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5.0 INSTALLATION PREPARATION
NOTE: This gas fireplace insert is approved for installation in masonry
and factory-built solid fuel burning fireplaces.
ATTENTION: Any removed parts must be capable of re-installation if
this insert is ever removed. Removal of rivets or screws is acceptable.
5.1 Inspect and Clean Existing Chimney
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Verify existing chimney is constructed of non-combustible
material.
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Verify existing chimney is clean and in good working order. Clean
existing chimney and fireplace to prevent a creosote odor from
entering the home.
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Verify combustible mantel and sidewall clearances comply with
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The refractory, glass doors, screen rails, screen mesh, and log
grates may be removed from existing fireplace before installing
this gas fireplace insert.
5.2 Flue Damper
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The fireplace flue damper can be fully blocked open, or removed
for installation of this gas fireplace insert. Remove existing
chimney cap.
5.3 Gas Line
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A gas line must be able to be installed to the insert.
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If the factory-built fireplace has no gas access hole(s) provided,
an access hole of 1½ in. (37.5 mm) or less may be drilled
through the lower sides or bottom of the firebox in a proper
workmanship like manner. The access hole must be plugged
with non-combustible insulation after the gas supply line has
been installed.
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Run gas line to the gas fireplace insert through the gas line hole
provided. The gas access hole is located on the left side of the
unit. Do not run gas line in a manner that would obstruct fan
operation.
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If the gas fireplace insert is to be installed into minimum opening
dimensions, the gas line may need to be run after appliance
placement due to space limitations.
5.4 Electrical Wiring
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Provisions must be made to provide electrical power for
appliance operation.
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See Figure 2.1 on page 9 for electrical outlet box location to
run any necessary electrical wiring to the gas fireplace insert.
5.5 Fireplace Conversion
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Mechanically attach the label with the following warning to at
the bottom existing firebox so it will be visible if this gas fireplace
insert is removed.
WARNING: This fireplace has been converted for use with a gas fireplace
insert only and cannot be used for burning wood or solid fuels unless
all original parts have been replaced, and the fireplace re-approved by
the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
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Hussong Mfg. Co., Inc. • Kozy Heat Fireplaces
#RVT-29-L R.2 July 2018
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