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Getting Started
A. Size of Firebox
See Table 1 in Section 1.B.
B. Negative Pressure
Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air avail-
able for the fireplace to operate properly. Causes for this
imbalance include:
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Exhaust fans (kitchen, bath, etc.).
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Range hoods.
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Combustion air requirements for furnaces, water heaters
and other combustion appliances.
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Clothes dryers.
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Location of return-air vents to furnace or air
conditioning.
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Imbalances of the HVAC air handling system.
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Upper level air leaks: recessed lighting, attic hatch
opening, duct leaks.
C. Tools and Supplies Needed
Tools and supplies normally required for installation:
Pliers
Phillips screwdriver
Tape measure
Crescent wrenches
Gas shutoff valve
Non-corrosive leak check solution
3/4 in. wrench, 7/16 in. wrench
D. Inspect the Appliance and Components
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Remove the contents from the carton. Attached to the
burner are tags identifying the manufacturer name, serial
number, model number (including gas log size), BTU
ratings, gas type, etc.
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Review the attached tags before proceeding. Ensure
that all minimum fireplace dimension requirements are
achieved using Table 1 in Section 1.B. See Figure 2.1.
Ensure the gas type provided in the fireplace coincide
with the gas type marked on the tag.
Figure 2.1
Measure Firebox
Hearth & Home Technologies • Fireside Burner/Hearth Kits • 4004-318•Rev E 2/2013
WARNING
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, and the warranty will be
voided by, the following actions:
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Installation and use of any damaged appliance or
vent system component.
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Modification of the appliance or vent system.
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Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
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Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass
door.
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Installation and/or use of any component part not
approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Any such action may cause a fire hazard.
WARNING
Inspect appliance and components for
damage. Damaged parts may impair safe
operation.
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Do NOT install damaged components.
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Do NOT install incomplete components.
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Do NOT install substitute components.
Report damaged parts to dealer.
E. Components of the Gas Hearth Kit
The Fireside Burner/Hearth Kit consists of the following:
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Burner/Pan Assembly
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Grate Assembly
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Glowing Embers
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Sand (NG only)
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Vermiculite (LP only)
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Lava Rock
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Damper Stop
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Log Set (sold separately)
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REM Kit - To convert burner to a variable flame with remote
control (sold separately).
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LSK100 Kit- To convert burner to an on/off assembly with
a log switch (sold separately).
WARNING
Keep appliance dry.
•
Mold or rust may cause
odors.
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Water may damage controls.
WARNING
Do NOT use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which has been
under water.
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