Double Glass - Instructions - Honeywell Flare Front Series Installation Manual

DOUBLE GLASS - INSTRUCTIONS

The double glass design depends on the blower's ability to move room temperature air from the lower air intake, up between the
internal and external glass, through the chase above the fireplace, and out the upper heat release. These relatively quiet blowers
cannot be turned off and are required for the continued operation of your Double Glass system.
Top Hot Release - The release/ outlet for hot airflow from the wall enclosure MUST remain OPEN. The outlet must be at the top
part of the enclosure but not necessarily at the front, so long as the measurements below are maintained. Heat release opening
can be installed at the sides of the enclosure (one on every side), back or on top of (in case of a drop wall design).
For fireplaces sized 80" & 100"– vent area must be at least 200 square inches OPEN AIR FLOW.
For fireplaces sized 60" & 70" - vent area must be at least 140 square inches OPEN AIR FLOW.
For fireplace sized 50" and below - vent area must be at least 100 square inches OPEN AIR FLOW.
For fireplaces sized 80" & 100" – vent area must be at least 100 square inches OPEN AIR FLOW.
Lower Air Intake - Optional for normal safety screen installation. Required for installation with double glass or safety screen
with optional blower kit.
For fireplaces sized 60" & 70" - vent area must be at least 70 square inches OPEN AIR FLOW.
For fireplaces sized 50" and below - vent area must be at least 50 square inches OPEN AIR FLOW.
FOR SEE THROUGH FIREPLACES THE AIR INTAKE REQUIREMENTS ARE DOUBLE, EQUAL ON BOTH SIDES.
NOTE: Openings above for Heat Release and Air Intake are measured for open air space. The fans for the Double Glass cannot
be turned off during operation.
Lower vent opening can also be used as an access door to the gas valve if it meets both requirements in terms of size. Lower vent
opening can be installed at the sides of the enclosure (one on every side), back or front. It is recommended to place Lower air
intake is REQUIRED for Double Glass and units with an optional blower kit.
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