Getting Started; Design And Installation Considerations; Tools And Supplies Needed; Inspect Appliance And Components - Heat & Glo Balanced Flue Gas Fireplace SOHO-CE Installer's Manual

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Getting Started

A. Design and Installation Considerations
Heat & Glo balanced fl ue 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.
CAUTION
Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations.
• Consult local building, fi re offi cials or authorities having jurisdic-
tion about restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.
When planning an appliance installation, it's necessary to
determine the following information before installing:
• Where the appliance is to be installed.
• The fl ue system confi guration to be used.
• Gas supply piping.
• Framing and fi nishing details.
B. Tools and Supplies Needed
Before beginning the installation be sure that the following
tools and building supplies are available.
Reciprocating saw Framing material
Pliers Hi temp caulking material
Hammer Gloves
Phillips screwdriver Framing square
Flat blade screwdriver Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.)
Plumb line Safety glasses
Level Manometer
Tape measure Voltmeter
Noncorrosive leak check solution
One 1/4 inch female connection (for optional fan).
1/2 - 3/4 inch length, #6 or #8 Self-drilling screws
C. Inspect Appliance and Components
• Carefully remove the appliance and components from
• The fl ue system components and trim doors are shipped
• The logs are packaged separately inside the fi replace
• Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,
• Read all of the instructions before starting the insta-
Heat & Glo • Soho-CE • 2111-900 Rev. D • 6/07
WARNING
Inspect appliance and components for damage.
Damaged parts may impair safe operation.
• Do NOT install damaged components.
• Do NOT install incomplete components.
• Do NOT install substitute components.
Report damaged parts to dealer.
the packaging.
in separate packages.
and must be fi eld installed.
particularly the condition of the glass.
llation. Follow these instructions carefully during the
installation to ensure maximum safety and benefi t.
WARNING
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 fl ue
system component.
• Modifi cation of the appliance or fl ue 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.
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