Roper FGS326RD, Installation Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. 
Read and follow the safety instructions provided with any tools 
listed here.

Tools needed

Parts supplied

Check that all parts are included. 

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Brackets must be securely mounted to subfloor. Thickness of 
flooring may require longer screws to anchor bracket to 
subfloor. Longer screws are available from your local 
hardware store.

Parts needed

Check local codes and consult gas supplier. Check existing gas 
supply and electrical supply. See “Electrical Requirements” and 
“Gas Supply Requirements” sections.

WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize
the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.

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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

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Do not try to light any appliance.

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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

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Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.

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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

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Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or
the gas supplier.

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Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:

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Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by 

the State of Massachusetts.

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If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.

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A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

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Tape measure

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Flat-blade screwdriver

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Phillips screwdriver

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Level

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Hand or electric drill

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Hammer

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Channel lock pliers

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Pipe wrench

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¹⁵⁄₁₆

" combination wrench

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³⁄₈

" drive ratchet

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³⁄₈

" nut driver

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¹⁄₈

" (3.2 mm) drill bit (for 

wood floors)

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Marker or pencil

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Masking tape

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Pipe-joint compound 
resistant to LP gas

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³⁄₁₆

" (4.8 mm) carbide-tipped 

masonry drill bit (for 
concrete/ceramic floors)

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Noncorrosive leak-detection 
solution

For LP/Natural Gas 
Conversions

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½" combination wrench

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⁵⁄₈

” combination wrench

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⁵⁄₁₆

” nut driver 

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Quadrex or Phillips 
screwdriver

A. Anti-tip bracket
B. Plastic anchors (2)

C. #10 x 

¹⁄₂

" screws (2)

A

B

C