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1. Repair Parts

Unpacking

Open the carton and remove the logs and the chassis. Remove

each of the logs by gripping at either end of the log while avoid-

ing any undue pressure. Please note that the logs have been

marked for positive identiﬁcation.

The carton for all models contains the following: chassis, front

log (#1), rear log (#2), top log (#3), [log (#4), log (#5) are in-

cluded with larger models], 2 screws and a bag of volcanic ash.

Fireplace Preparation

The ﬁreplace needs to be prepared before installing the unit:

A. Turn off the gas supply if the gas line has been run to the

ﬁreplace.

B. WARNING: Before installing logs in ﬁreplace, the chim-

ney ﬂue and ﬁrebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote,

ashes and loose paint by a qualiﬁed chimney cleaner or

sooting will occur.

Note: If your ﬁreplace has been cleaned using chemicals or

solvents, these products may have been absorbed into the

ﬁreplace hearth and walls and will be burned off during the

initial break-in period.

C. Any outside air ducts and/or ash dumps in the ﬁreplace shall

be permanently closed and sealed at the time of appliance

installation. This will prevent drafts from disturbing the

ﬂames and interfering with complete combustion of the gas

fuel.

Location

When gas logs are to be installed in a ﬁreplace, inspect the

area surrounding it for possible air drafts that may affect the

ﬂames and possibly cause sooting. Such drafts may be caused

by a ceiling fan near the ﬁreplace, a hot air furnace register or

an open door. When burning the logs, carefully observe the

effect of possible drafts on the ﬂames and take appropriate

measures to eliminate them. For example, the ceiling fan may

be cut off, the hot air register closed, etc.

Centrally locate the gas logs in the ﬁreplace deep enough into

the ﬁrepit to accomplish an adequate draft (if use as a vented

appliance is planned). Ensure that the front feet of the grate sit

inside the front edge of the ﬁreplace. Be sure ﬁreplace meets

minimum ﬁreplace dimensions.

To avoid any movement of the unit during operation, screw

the chassis to the ﬂoor of the ﬁreplace using the screws

provided. Failure to do so could cause gas leaks.

Two brackets are provided. Place brackets over front grate legs

as shown in ﬁgure 3. After locating the chassis correctly in the

ﬁreplace, mark the hole positions on the ﬁreplace ﬂoor. Drill two

holes approximately 1/2" deep.

Use the two screws to secure the brackets to the ﬁreplace ﬂoor,

(Fig. 3)

Clearances

NOTE: The following instructions regarding installation clear-

ances and the use and installation of a canopy apply to use

of the appliances as an unvented space heater in permitting

jurisdictions. When installed as a vented decorative gas appli-

ance, the clearances noted below and the use of a heat-deﬂect-

ing canopy are not required.

However, it is recommended that these instructions be followed

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even when the appliance will be used as a vented decorative

appliance in case local codes change to allow unvented space

heaters or in the event that the ﬂue damper is inadvertently

closed.

Clearances for unvented installation in existing ﬁreplaces,

(jurisdiction permitting)

1. Sidewall Clearances: Clearances from the side of the

ﬁreplace opening to any combustible wall should not be less

than 16". (Fig. 4A)

2. Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height should not be less

than 42" from the top of the ﬁreplace opening. (Fig. 4A)

3. Mantel Clearances: The use of a canopy* is optional de-

pending on mantel clearances to the ﬁreplace opening and

projection proﬁle.

NOTE: Mantel clearances may differ for each vent-free ﬁre-

box. Refer to the ﬁrebox installation instructions for clear-

ances.

A. Mantel proﬁle: The minimum distance above the ﬁre-

place opening to combustible material projecting 11/8"

(tile moldings, breast boards, etc.) is 15".

Combustible material projecting 6" (a mantel shelf, for

example) requires a minimum clearance of 19" above the

ﬁreplace opening. Required clearance varies with the

amount of projection. (Fig. 4B)

The mantel proﬁle must fall within the cross-section

shown in ﬁgure 4B (if no canopy is used) or 4C (if a

canopy is used).

B. With canopy*: The minimum distance above the ﬁre-

place opening to combustible material projecting 1¹⁄₈" (tile

moldings, breast boards, etc.) is 8".

Combustible material projecting 6" (a mantel shelf, for

example) requires a minimum clearance of 12" above the

ﬁreplace opening. Required clearance varies with the

amount of projection. (Fig. 4C)

C. Heat resistant material: Any heat resistant mate-

rial suitable for a continuous operating temperature of

120°C (248°F) must cover the wall surface directly above

the ﬁreplace opening and extend the full width of the

ﬁreplace opening for a distance of 10" above the opening

if no canopy is used, (8" if a canopy is used). (Figs. 4B

and 4C)

Fig. 3 Use two (2) screws to secure the brackets to the ﬁre-

place ﬂoor.