Section 4: Installation Considerations; Outside Air Kit - Hearth & Home Quadra-Fire 5100-I ACT Manual

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Installation Considerations
A. Outside Air Installation
NOTE: If your home is fairly airtight, it is recommend that
you install the outside air that comes standard with the appli-
ance. If you are installing into a Mobile Home, outside air is
required. NOTE: The fireplace must have an outside air
supply coming into it in order for the insert outside air
kit to be used.
The grille assembly must be removed before you can
install the outside air. If you plan on moving the blower
cord to the left side of the appliance, do it now while
the grille is removed to save you time. See page 12 for
detailed instructions.
1. Remove the 2 air control spring handles. Figure 11.1.
2. Remove the grille by removing 2 screws in the center of
the grille. Figure 11.2
. Unplug the snap disc by-pass switch and speed control
from the wiring harness. Figure 11.2
4. Remove cover from rear of insert by removing 2 screws.
Figure 11.1
5. Attach the cover to the front of the insert to block room air
from entering through the front grille. Figure 11.2.
Cover from rear of insert is
secured to front of insert
Figure 11.1
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6. Re-connect snap disc & speed control to wiring harness.
7. Re-install grille and spring handles in reverse order.
8. Seal around the body of the insert to prevent cold air from
Remove 2 screws
Remove both spring handles
Figure 11.2
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coming into the room. Fiberglass insulation may be used
to close the gap between the panel set and the face of the
fireplace.
CAUTION
Risk of Smoke Spillage
Outside air inlet must be located to prevent blockage from:
• Leaves
• Snow or ice
• Other debris
• Blockage may cause combustion air starvation
• Smoke spillage may set off smoke alarms
WARNING
Asphyxiation and Fire Risk
Do not draw outside combustion air from:
Wall, floor or ceiling cavity
• Enclosed space such as an attic or garage
• Close proximity to exhaust vents or chimneys
Fumes or odor may result.
Blower
Speed control knob
Hole for blower cord
Snap disc by-pass switch
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