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Installation and Operation
Installation Regulations
This gas appliance must be installed by a qualified installer in accor-
dance with local building codes, or in the absence of local codes, with
the current CAN/CGA-B149.1 or .2 Installation Code (in Canada) or
the current National Fuel Gas Code Z223.1 when installed in the
United States.
This appliance, when installed, must be electrically connected and
grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local
codes, with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code or with
the national Electrical Code; ANSI/NFPA 70-1987 when installed in the
United States.
FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF
YOUR GAS FIREPLACE PLEASE NOTE THE
FOLLOWING:
1. This appliance gives off high temperatures and should be located
out of heavy traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies.
2. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of the high
surface temperatures of this appliance and should stay away to
avoid burns or ignition of clothing.
3. Children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same
room as your fireplace appliance.
4. Under no circumstances should this appliance be modified. Any
parts that have to be removed for servicing should be replaced prior
to operating this appliance.
5. Installation and any repairs to this appliance should be done by a
qualified service person. A professional service person should be
called to inspect this appliance annually. Make it a practice to have
all your gas appliances checked annually.
6. Control compartments, burners and air passages in this appliance
should be kept clean and free of dust and lint. Make sure that the
gas valve and pilot light are turned off before you attempt to clean
this unit.
7. The venting system (chimney) of this appliance should be inspected
at least once a year and if needed, your venting system should be
cleaned.
8. Keep the area around your appliance clear of combustible materials,
gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. This appliance
should not be used as a drying rack for clothing nor should
Christmas stockings or decorations be hung from it.
9. Under no circumstances should any solid fuels (wood, paper) be
used in this appliance.
10. For safe operation, glass doors must be closed.
11. Do not use this heater if any part has been under water. Immediately
call a qualified service technician to inspect the heater and to
replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has
been under water.
12. Do not operate appliance unless completely installed as per
installation instructions.
