Superior BGE18NV Installation And Operation Instructions Manual page 13

If reasons number 1 or 2 apply to you, you
must permanently open chimney flue damper.
You must install the damper clamp accessory
(to order, see Accessories, page 41). This
will insure vented operation (see Figure 10).
The damper clamp will keep damper open.
Installation instructions are included with
clamp accessory.
See chart below for minimum permanent flue
opening you must provide. Attach damper
clamp so the minimum permanent flue open-
ing will be maintained at all times.
Area of Various Standard Round Flues
Diameter
5"
6"
7"
8"
Chimney Height
6' to 15'
15' to 30'
Damper
Clamp
Damper
Clamp
Damper
Masonry Fireplace
Figure 10 - Attaching Damper Clamp
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INSTALLATION
Area
20 sq. inches
29 sq. inches
39 sq. inches
51 sq. inches
Minimum Permanent
Flue Opening
39 sq. inches
29 sq. inches
Damper
Damper
Manufactured Fireplace
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INSTALLING HEATER BASE
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: You must secure
this heater to fireplace floor. If
not, heater will move when you
adjust controls. Moving heater
may cause a gas leak.
WARNING: If installing in a
sunken fireplace, special care
is needed. You must raise the
fireplace floor to allow access
to heater control panel. This
will insure adequate air flow
and guard against sooting and
controls being damaged. Raise
fireplace floor with noncombus-
tible material. Make sure material
is secure.
CAUTION: Do not pick up
heater base assembly by burn-
ers. This could damage heater.
Only handle base assembly by
grates.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the heater burners
are level. If heater is not level, heater will not
work properly.
Installation Items Needed
• hardware package (provided with heater)
• approved flexible gas hose and fittings (if
allowed by local codes)
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not
provided)
• electric drill with 3/16" masonry drill bit
Note: Install optional Receiver and Hand-
Held Remote Control Kit (see Accessories,
page 41) before installing gas log heater. See
installation instructions included with the kit.
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