Golden Blount EL GRANDE, Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Installing Outside Air Kit

Model HD5030-TV & HD4240-TV are supplied with the component parts for outside combustion 

with the exception of the 4" flex duct.  It is recommended that the outside air system be used 

whenever possible.  Connect 4" Class-1 Flex duct or Metal Vent to duct collar on both sides of 

firebox; run ducts to fresh air source and terminate using duct termination caps.  The outside air 

can be opened by pulling control knobs toward front of fireplace and closed by pushing towards 

back (Refer to figure 8.1).

8

CONTROL
KNOB

DUCT
TERMINATION

RAIN CAP

CAULKING

WALL

OUTER
CASING

DUCT
COLLAR

Figure 8.1

ONE ON LEFT SIDE &
ONE ON RIGHT SIDE

ONE ON LEFT SIDE &
ONE ON RIGHT SIDE

Installing Chimney/Vent System

Model HD5030-TV & HD4240-TV are approved to be used with 10" B-Type Gas Vent. Under most  

conditions the fireplace system will draw properly if the chimney height is determined in accordance  

with the following guidelines:

Note: (90-degree elbows are not approved! Maximum offset angle must not exceed 45 degrees.)

Many manufacturers of B-Type gas vent offer “High Performance,” or “High Wind” caps. These caps limit the outlet 

area for flue gases to expel and 

should not be used

 with this fireplace. In the event of draft related problems due 

to extreme wind conditions a special wind ring is available.
1.  If your chimney penetrates the roof within 10' of its peak, it must be extended at least 24" above your roof’s 

peak and be at least 36" above the highest point of the roof opening (see below).

2.  If the chimney penetrates the roof farther than 10' from its peak, measure from the center line of the chimney 

to a point 10' away, between the chimney and the peak of the roof. The top of the chimney must be at least 36" 

above the highest point of the roof opening (see below).

3.  The 10' Rule of Thumb is a guide for calculating chimney height that works under most conditions. However, 

many factors can cause the need for additional chimney height beyond what 10' Rule of Thumb would indicate. 

Topographical factors can cause high-pressure zones, which prevent a chimney from drawing. This can occur if 

the house is located in a low-lying area, in a valley or near the base of a cliff or hillside. The same situation can 

occur if the chimney is near other steep roof lines or tall buildings. Areas with high winds also frequently require 

higher than normal chimneys.

  Certain styles of architecture tend to interfere with a fireplace’s draw. If the room in which the fireplace is located 

has a very high ceiling, flue gasses may enter the room unless the chimney is terminated at a level higher 

than that of the ceiling, even if the 10' Rule of Thumb indicates a shorter chimney height.

  Note:

 Installations which will not allow the 10' rule to be followed must be submitted to Golden Blount 

Inc. for approval. 1-800-833-1139.

Warning!

 This gas appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning 

appliance.

Note:

 A draft hood is installed and is the same atmospheric zone as the combustion air inlet to the 

appliance and is located so that the relief opening is accessible for checking vent operation.