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Quadra-Fire • QFP38 Series • 4061-300 Rev i • 9/09 27
B. Design and Installation Considerations
Quadra-Fire direct vent gas appliances are designed to
operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of
the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the out-
side. No additional outside air source is required.
Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations. Consult insurance carrier,
local building inspector, fi re offi cials or authorities having
jurisdiction over restrictions, installation inspection and
permits.
Before installing, determine the following:
• Where the appliance is to be installed.
• The vent system confi guration to be used.
• Gas supply piping.
• Electrical wiring requirements.
• Framing and fi nishing details.
• Whether optional accessories are desired.
D. Inspect Appliance and Components
• Carefully remove the appliance and components from
the packaging. Refer to Figure 4.2.
- Remove the refractory from the back of the unit by
removing the screws from the shipping bracket.
- Remove the screws from the shipping brackets
before trying to remove the unit from the pallet.
- Remove the andirons.
C. Tools and Supplies Needed
Before beginning the installation be sure that the following
tools and building supplies are available.
Tape measure Framing material
Pliers Flat blade screwdriver
High temperature caulking material
Hammer Phillips screwdriver
Gloves Framing square
Voltmeter Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.)
Plumb line Safety glasses
Level Reciprocating saw
Manometer
Non-corrosive leak check solution
1/2 - 3/4 in. length, #6 or #8 Self-drilling screws
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for,
and the warranty will be voided by, the following actions:
• Installation and use of any damaged appliance or vent system
component.
• Modifi cation of the appliance or vent system.
• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not approved
by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Any such action may cause a fi re hazard.
WARNING! Risk of Fire, Explosion or Electric Shock!
DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under wa-
ter. Call a qualifi ed service technician to inspect the appli-
ance and to replace any part of the control system and/or
gas control which has been under water.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. For
assistance or additional information, consult a qualifi ed
service technician, service agency or your dealer.
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Damaged parts
could impair safe operation. DO NOT install damaged, in-
complete or substitute components. Keep appliance dry.
- Remove the screw from the top of each carrying
handle. The handles have been provided to assist
in moving the unit.
• The vent system components and decorative doors and
fronts are shipped in separate packages.
• Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,
particularly the condition of the glass.
• Read all of the instructions before starting the installation.
Follow these instructions carefully during the installation
to ensure maximum safety and benefi t.
Refractory
Shipping Brackets
Andirons
Figure 4.2 Refractory Shipping Location, Brackets