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MINIMUM CLEARANCES:
The Model 91 Bay Fireplace Insert is intended for installation in accordance with standard for chimneys, fireplaces, vents
and solid-fuel burning appliances. NFPA-211 Code: NOTE-This model is not intended for installation into Zero Clear-
ance or pre-fabricated fireplace.
1.
The hearth must be of masonry construction and must extend a minimum of 24" in front of firebox opening and a
minimum of 8" to either side of firebox opening.
2.
Floor protector must be 3/8" minimum thickness non-combustible material or equivalent.
3.
If your fireplace has wood trim above it, the wood trim must be at least 20" above top of unit and may be a maxi-
mum of 1/2" thick.
4.
If your fireplace has a wood mantel, mantel or mantel supports must be located at a height of 30" above top of the
stove.
REQUIRED FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
Minimum fireplace dimensions:
Height
Min.
Model 91 Bay
23 1/2"
POSSIBLE TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION
If you decide to install your own stove, there are several hand tools you may need to do job. If you do not already have
them, they are readily available at most hardware stores.
Caulking gun
Large adjustable wrench (may not be needed)
Drop cloths or newspapers
Vacuum cleaner or whisk broom
Flashlight
1 tube of RTV silicone, Code 103 or 106, or high temperature rubber cement rated between 450
7/32" drill bit and drill
Socket/Ratchet Set
Insulation (Provided in Trim Kit package)
INSTALLATION PREPARATION
Fireplace:
1.
Locate furniture and other materials away from front of fireplace to allow free access to fireplace.
2.
Cover hearth and adjacent floor areas with drop cloths to protect from soiling or marring surface.
3.
Remove existing fireplace damper plate.
4.
Thoroughly clean the fireplace of ashes and soot.
5.
Have your existing chimney inspected before inserting this unit. Some chimneys must be relined or replaced before
they are safe to use.
6.
Check the chimney and smoke chamber for excessive buildups of creosote or soot. Also, check for obstructions, such
as bird's nests. If chimney is excessively dirty, clean it or have someone clean it professionally BEFORE installing
or using room heater.
7.
If fireplace has an ash dump or outside air provision, these must be sealed off with metal or tightly packed non-
combustible insulation to prevent cold air from entering fireplace chamber.
Heater:
1.
Inspect unit for any obvious physical damage.
2.
Check primary air draft controls to ensure that they slide freely.
3.
Check operation of damper control to ensure it will open and close properly.
Check Manual/Automatic Switch to ensure that motor is working. *Place switch in the "MANUAL" position.
4.
(Plug in stove.) You cannot check motor in the "AUTOMATIC" position, unless a heat gun is used to heat
internal thermostat.
Width
Depth
Min.
Min.
31 3/4"
15 1/2"
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