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130112_Rev 2 GF 160 DV 1/22
3. General Information
THIS HEATER MUST BE INSTALLED AND
MAINTAINED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENCY.
The installation and repair of this appliance must be done
by a qualified service person. Failure to properly install and
maintain this heater could result in an unsafe or hazardous
installation, which may result in a fire, explosion, property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
This appliance should be inspected before use and at least
annually. More frequent cleaning may be required due
to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It
is imperative that control compartments, burners, and
circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
See Maintenance section for details.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE CONNECTED
TO A CHIMNEY OR FLUE SERVING ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.
The installation must conform to local codes. Your local
Jøtul dealer can assist you in determining what is required
in your area for a safe and legal installation. Some areas
require a permit to install a gas burning appliance. Always
consult your local building inspector, or authority having
jurisdiction, to determine what regulations apply in your
area.
CODE COMPLIANCE :
Your local officials have final
authority in determining if a proposed installation is
acceptable. Any requirement that is requested by the
local authority having jurisdiction, that is not specifically
addressed in this manual, defaults to local code. In the
absence of local codes, the installation requirements must
comply with the current edition of National codes. In the
U.S., these requirements are established in the National
Fuel Code, ANSI Z223.1.(NFPA 54) current edition. In
Canada, the codes have been established in CAN/CGA
B149 Fuel Installation Code, current edition.
CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when
servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and
dangerous operation.
Verify operation after servicing.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS STOVE IF ANY PART
HAS BEEN UNDER WATER
. Call a qualified service
technician to inspect the heater and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas control which may have
been under water.
4. Safety Information
Due to the high operating temperatures this appliance should
be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
Maintain proper clearance to combustible mantels and
fireplace trim.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high
surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or
clothing ignition.
Young children should be supervised while they are in the same
room as the appliance. Toddlers, young children and others
may be susceptible to accidental contact burns. A physical
barrier, such as a child guard, is recommended to be used if
there are at-risk individuals in the house. To restrict access to
a fireplace or stove, install an adjustable safety gate to keep
toddlers, young children and other at-risk individuals out of the
room and away from hot surfaces.
This appliance includes permanent, integrated safety barriers
designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot viewing
glass. These barriers shall remain installed for the protection of
children and other at-risk individuals.
The appliance must not be operated with the front door open
or ajar.
A damaged screen barrier must be replaced only with Jøtul GF
160 Front Replacement Screen 158062, or Side Replacement
Screen 158063, available from any Jøtul Authorized Dealer.
Any safety screen, guard, or barrier removed for servicing an
appliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.
See maintenance instructions.
Clothing or other flammable materials should not be placed on
or near the fireplace.
Never allow anyone to use the fireplace if they are unfamiliar
with its operation.
NEVER store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors or
liquids in the vicinity of this appliance.
Never burn any solid materials (wood, cardboard, paper, coal,
etc.) in this appliance. Use with natural gas or propane fuel
ONLY.
Do not slam or strike the glass panel.
This appliance is NOT for use with aftermarket glass doors.
Wear gloves and safety glasses while installing or performing
maintenance procedures on this appliance.