Heat & Glo GFK-160T Installation And Operating Instructions

Leave this manual with party responsible for use
and operation.
CAUTION! Risk of Cuts or Abrasions. Wear protective
gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal
edges are sharp.
Note: For ease of installation install Fan Kit prior to
gas line installation.
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The GFK-160T Blower has been designed to circulate
room air through the fi replace to enhance heat output. The
GFK-160T blower system operates on 120 VAC, 60 Hz
power. This is available through a receptacle in the factory
installed junction box. The junction box is located in the
controls compartment of the fi replace.
A variable speed control is provided with the blower system
to provide quiet forced air fl ow at the desired speeds. A
temperature sensor switch, which automatically turns the
blower ON/OFF, is also provided with this kit.
2.0 CHECK CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON
Compare CONTENTS OF CARTON in Figure 1 with the
actual parts received. If any parts are missing or damaged,
contact your dealer before starting installation. Do not install
a damaged blower kit.
SPEED
CONTROL
BLOWER
CONTROL
NUT
FIGURE 1
GFK-160T Blower System
- Installation and Operating Instructions -
6'
WIRE
LEAD
CONTROL
KNOB
TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
6'
SWITCH
WIRE
CORD
LEAD
GROMMET
Heat & Glo Lifestyle Collection • GFK-160T Instructions • 2087-023 Rev. E • 6/10
3.0 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
The GFK-160T Blower Kit is tested and safe when installed in
accordance with this installation manual. It is your responsi-
bility to read all instructions before starting installation and to
follow these instructions carefully during installation to assure
maximum benefi t from, and safe operation of, the blower.
This blower is carefully engineered and must be installed
only as specifi ed. If you modify it or any of its components,
you may cause a fi re hazard and will void the WARRANTY.
In addition, such action may void the coverage provided
by the owner's home insurance.
CAUTION: All wiring should be done by a qualifi ed electrician
and shall be in compliance with local codes and with the National
Electric Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-current (in the United States), or
with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electric Code (in Canada).
WARNING! Risk of Shock or Explosion! DO NOT wire
110V to the valve or to the appliance wall switch.
• Incorrect wiring will damage this valve.
• Incorrect wiring will override IPI safety lockout.
4.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 INSTALLING ELECTRICAL SERVICE
TO THE JUNCTION BOX
WARNING! Risk of Shock! Turn electrical power off at
the circuit breaker before beginning this installation.
1. Attach a Romex clamp (not included with unit) with
screws to the outside.
NOTE: This fi replace model has a round hole through which
the service wires are fed and into which the Romex
clamp is attached.
2. Feed the 110-120 VAC electrical service wires
through the Romex clamp and secure the wires to
the clamp.
3. Access the controls compartment of the fi replace to
locate the Junction Box.
4. Using the wire nuts, attach the black wire to the black
service wire, the white wire to the white service wire, and
the service ground wire to the ground stud of the junction
box.
5. Attach the junction box to the side of the unit. Insert the
rear tab of the box into the rectangular slot in the outer
wrap of the fi rebox. Push the front end of the box tightly
against the side of the unit, and secure the box with a
sheet metal screw (note the hole in the front end tab).
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