General Information; Safety Information - Jøtul Lillehammer Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

139955-01 GF 200 DVII MV / Sept. 2019

General Information

IMPORTANT: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1. The installation and repair of this appliance must be
done by a qualified service person. Failure to prop-
erly 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.
2. This appliance should be inspected before use and
at least annually. More frequent cleaning may be re-
quired due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding
material, etc. It is imperative that control compart-
ments, burners and circulating air passageways of
the appliance be kept clean.
3. This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket
permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home,
where not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not
convertible for use with other gases, unless a certi-
fied kit is used.
4. The installation must conform to local codes. Your
local Jøtul authorized dealer can assist you in deter-
mining 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 jurisdic-
tion to determine what regulations apply in your area.
In the absence of local codes, the installation re-
quirements must comply with the current National
codes. In the U.S., these requirements are estab-
lished in the National Fuel Code, ANSI Z223.1.(NFPA
54). In Canada, the codes have been established in
CAN/CGA B149 Fuel Installation Code.
5. Do not operate this fireplace if any part of it 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.
6. Do not operate the fireplace with the glass front
removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the
glass should be done by a licensed or qualified ser-
vice person. Only remove glass for routine service.
Always handle glass carefully.
7. Notify your insurance company before proceding
with installation of this fireplace.
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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.
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the
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hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and
shall be installed for the protection of children and
other at-risk individuals.
If the barrier becomes damaged, the barrier shall
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be replaced with the manufacturer's barrier for this
appliance, part no. 157688.
Any safety screen, guard, or barrier removed for
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servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to
operating the appliance.
Clothing or other flammable materials should not be
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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.