Design And Installation Considerations; Tools And Supplies Needed; Inspect Appliance And Components - Quadra-Fire QFP38-LP Owner's Manual

B. Design and Installation Considerations
Quadra-Fire direct vent gas appliances are designed to
operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of
the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the out-
side. No additional outside air source is required.
Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations. Consult insurance carrier,
local building inspector, fi re offi cials or authorities having
jurisdiction over restrictions, installation inspection and
permits.
Before installing, determine the following:
• Where the appliance is to be installed.
• The vent system confi guration to be used.
• Gas supply piping.
• Electrical wiring requirements.
• Framing and fi nishing details.
• Whether optional accessories are desired.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. For
assistance or additional information, consult a qualifi ed
service technician, service agency or your dealer.
C. Tools and Supplies Needed
Before beginning the installation be sure that the following
tools and building supplies are available.
Tape measure
Pliers
High temperature caulking material
Hammer
Gloves
Voltmeter
Plumb line
Level
Manometer
Non-corrosive leak check solution
1/2 - 3/4 in. length, #6 or #8 Self-drilling screws
D. Inspect Appliance and Components
• Carefully remove the appliance and components from
the packaging. Refer to Figure 4.2.
- Remove the refractory from the back of the unit by
removing the screws from the shipping bracket.
- Remove the screws from the shipping brackets
before trying to remove the unit from the pallet.
- Remove the andirons.
Framing material
Flat blade screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Framing square
Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.)
Safety glasses
Reciprocating saw
Quadra-Fire • QFP38 Series • 4061-300 Rev i • 9/09
- Remove the screw from the top of each carrying
handle. The handles have been provided to assist
in moving the unit.
• The vent system components and decorative doors and
fronts are shipped in separate packages.
• Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,
particularly the condition of the glass.
• Read all of the instructions before starting the installation.
Follow these instructions carefully during the installation
to ensure maximum safety and benefi t.
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion!
could impair safe operation. DO NOT install damaged, in-
complete or substitute components. Keep appliance dry.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for,
and the warranty will be voided by, the following actions:
• Installation and use of any damaged appliance or vent system
component.
• Modifi cation of the appliance or vent system.
• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not approved
by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Any such action may cause a fi re hazard.
WARNING! Risk of Fire, Explosion or Electric Shock!
DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under wa-
ter. Call a qualifi ed service technician to inspect the appli-
ance and to replace any part of the control system and/or
gas control which has been under water.
Shipping Brackets
Figure 4.2 Refractory Shipping Location, Brackets
Damaged parts
Refractory
Andirons
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