Vanguard Heating WMH26TNB Indoor Fireplace User Manual


 
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INSTALLATION
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1. Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 9
for the rough opening.
If installing in a corner, use dimensions shown in Figure 10
for the rough opening. The height is 26
7
/8" which is the same
as the wall opening above.
36
5
/8
"
25
7
/8
"
51
3
/4
"
26
7
/8
"
Figure 10 - Rough Opening for Installing in Corner
BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace
into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of fireplace flush
with wall. An optional brass trim kit accessory is available (see
Accessories, page 26). Brass trim will extend past sides of fireplace
approximately 1/2 inch. This will cover the rough edges of the wall
opening. If installing a built-in mantel above the fireplace you must
follow the clearances shown in Figure 12, page 10. Follow the
instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner.
Actual Framing
Height 26" 26
7
/8"
Front Width 26
3
/4" 26
7
/8"
Depth 9
1
/2" 10
1
/2"
Bottom 3/4" 3/4"
CAUTION: If you install the fireplace in a home
garage
fireplace pilot and burner must be at least 18 inches
above floor.
locate fireplace where moving vehicle will not hit it.
For convenience and efficiency, install fireplace
where there is easy access for operation, inspection, and service.
in coldest part of room.
An optional blower kit is available from your dealer (see Accesso-
ries, page 26). If planning to use blower, locate fireplace near an
electrical outlet.
26
7
/8
"
26
7
/8
"
3/4" Off
The Floor
Minimum
10
1
/2
"
Figure 9 - Rough Opening for Installing in Wall
WARNING: If pre-wiring, do not connect wiring to
any electrical source at this time.
Install fireplace electrical outlet and connect wiring
to outlet before connecting to electrical source. The
fireplace electrical outlet is included with the GA3450T
blower accessory.
Only use the fireplace electrical outlet supplied with
the GA3450T blower accessory.
2. If installing GA3450T blower accessory, do so at this time.
See Installing Blower Accessory GA3450T, page 11.
Note:
If not installing blower accessory, you may wish to run
electrical wiring to your fireplace for future blower installa-
tion (see Accessories, page 26) Use only approved three-wire
electrical wiring.
Note:
A qualified installer should make all electrical connections.
3. Install gas piping to fireplace location. This installation includes
an approved flexible gas line (if allowed by local codes) after
the equipment shutoff valve. The flexible gas line must be the
last item installed on the gas piping.
4. If you have not assembled firebox, follow instructions on page 4.
5. Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of
fireplace inside wall opening.
6. Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas regulator. See Con-
necting Fireplace to Gas Supply, page 15.
7. Bend four nailing flanges on outer casing with pliers (see
Figure 11, page 10).
8. Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws
through holes in nailing flange.
9. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Con-
nections, page 16.
INSTALLATION
Locating Fireplace (Cont.)
Built-In Fireplace Installation