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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
Figure 1
Carefully consider the position of the fireplace
opening with respect to the location of adjacent
or nearby stairwells, doors, windows, walkways
and over hanging trees, patios and wires.
When locating the fireplace, consideration must
be given to combustibles and final finishing.
See
Figure 24, Page 15
and confine the final
location of combustible finish materials to the
"Safe Zone". Also refer to Clearance Specifica-
tions on
Page 6
.
Consider the effects of heat when locating any
object in front of or near the fireplace opening.
PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES
The fireplace may be installed directly on a
combustible floor or raised on a platform of an
appropriate height. Do not place the fireplace
on vinyl or other soft floor coverings. It may,
however, be placed on flat wood, plywood,
particle board or other hard surfaces.
Be sure the fireplace rests on a solid continu-
ous floor or platform with appropriate framing
for support.
The fireplace may be positioned and then the
framing built around it, or the framing may be
constructed and the fireplace positioned into
the opening.
Usually, no special floor support is needed for
the fireplace, however, to be certain:
1. Estimate the total weight of the fireplace
system including surround materials such
as brick, stone, etc., to be installed. Shipping
weights for the fireplace may be found on
Page 8
.
2. Measure the square footage of the floor
space to be occupied by the system, sur-
rounds and hearth extensions.
3. Note the decking construction, i.e. 2 x 6’s,
2 x 8’s or 2 x 10’s, single or double joists,
type and thickness of floor boards.
4. Use this information and consult your lo-
cal building code to determine if you need
additional support.
If you plan to raise the fireplace and hearth
extension, build the platform assembly then
position fireplace and hearth extension on
top. Secure the platform to the floor to prevent
possible shifting.
ASSEMBLY STEPS
NOTE:
The following steps represent the
normal sequence of installation. Each instal-
lation is unique, however, and might require
a different sequence.
1. Position firebox prior to framing or into
prepared framing (non-combustible fram-
ing is recommended).
2. Waterproof the fireplace or install the
optional drip pan (see Waterproofing The
Fireplace and
Figure 2
on
Page 5
).
3. Plumb gas line. (Gas connections should
only be performed by an experienced,
licensed/certified tradesman.)
4. Complete the installation, finish wall mate-
rial, surround and hearth extension to your
individual taste.
5. Assemble and attach optional accessories.
Study the three dimensional illustration (
Fig-
ure 5, Page 7
) to get a general idea of each
element of your fireplace system.
WATERPROOFING THE FIREPLACE
Although this fireplace is designed to operate
safety outdoors, rain may enter the hearth area
(along with condensation) that could cause
an undue amount of water to collect in the
fireplace bottom.
To prevent water collection, the builder must
provide a means to drain water from under
the fireplace by building or installing a water
collector of the builders choice, before posi-
tioning the fireplace in its location.
Special care must be taken when the fireplace is
installed against an exterior wall. The enclosure
surrounding the fireplace on the sides and back
must be treated as an exterior wall.
Innovative Hearth Products (IHP) provides an
optional drain pan to assist weatherproofing
the fireplace.
H4651 DPSS36 Drain Pan for VRE3236, H4652
DPSS42 Drain Pan for VRE3242.
ASSEMBLY OUTLINE
Before You Start
Check your inventory list to be sure you have
all the necessary parts supplied in good usable
condition. Check also for any concealed damage.
LOCATION OF FIREPLACE
Carefully select the proper location for any
obstructions, clearance to side wall(s), air
availability, location and aesthetics. With proper
pre-planning, a slight adjustment of a few inches
can save considerable time and expense later
during construction and assembly. See
Figure
1
for some examples.
When choosing a location, care must be taken
to avoid places where flooding or running water
may be a problem.
Do not use this appliance if any part has been
under water. Immediately call a qualified ser-
vice technician to inspect the appliance and to
replace any part of the control system and any
gas control that has been under water.
Ne pas se servir de cet appareil s'il a été plongé
dans l'eau, complètement ou en partie. Appeler
un technicien qualifié pour inspecter l'appareil et
remplacer toute partie du système de contrôle et
toute commande qui ont été plongés dans l'leau.
The burner must be replaced prior to the ap-
pliance being put into operation if it is evident
that the burner is damaged (use only factory
original replacement burner).
LIVING SPACE
PATIO
Optional
Hearth
Extension
