Important Safety Information - Empire Comfort Systems FIAMMA BX18MTN-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Fiamma series decorative burner (requires vented decorative log set) for installation in solid-fuel burning fireplaces
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Installer: Please leave these instructions with the owner for
future reference.
For Installation In Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces. Do not burn
wood or solid fuels in a fireplace where a decorative gas log
set is installed. This appliance is for installation only in a solid
fuel burning fireplace, masonry fireplace or manufactured
fireplace.
WARNING: Any modification to this gas log set or to controls
can be dangerous. Improper installation or use of the gas
log set can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns,
explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning.
1. Please follow all local codes regarding installation, com-
bustion and ventilation air or in the absence of local codes
follow the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1(U.S. in-
stallation), or CAN/CGA-B149, Installation Code (Canada
installation).
2. Proper installation, burner pan location and log placement
is important to achieve optimum look and performance
of your gas log set. The logs have been designed for
easy location and placement on the grate and must be
followed for proper operation.
3. Do not operate this log set with glass doors in the closed
position. A fireplace screen must be in place when the log
set is burning. Adequate combustion air must be provided
for proper venting. All flames should go up and out the
top of the firebox into the flue vent. If any flames float or
curl forward into the room do not operate appliance.
Check for an open flue and adequate combustion air
into the room. A damper clamp must be installed on the
firebox damper to maintain an open flue vent condition.
4. Young children must be carefully supervised when they
are in the same room as the gas log while in operation.
Do not place stockings, clothing or any flammable mate-
rial above or near the fireplace.
5. Do not substitute or use materials other than those sup-
plied for use with the log set.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS GAS LOG SET WITH
GLASS DOORS CLOSED.
Due to high temperatures the appliance should be
located out of traffic and away from furniture and
draperies.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards
of high surface temperatures and should stay away
to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
Young children should be carefully supervised when
they are in the same room as the appliance.
Clothing or other flammable material should not be
placed on or near the appliance.
Do not place trash or other articles on the log set
during operation.
During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping,
FG10239-1-0214

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

various components of this appliance are treated
with certain oils, films or bonding agents. These
bonding agents are not harmful but may produce
annoying smoke and smells as they are burned off
during initial operation of the appliance. This is a
normal temporary occurrence. A window should be
opened during the initial bake out period.
Keep burner and control compartment clean.
WARNING: Before installing in a solid fuel burning
fireplace, the chimney flue and firebox must be
cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes and loose paint by
a qualified chimney cleaner.
WARNING: Do not allow fans to blow directly into
the fireplace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame
patterns.
WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger
insert or other accessory not approved for use with
this appliance.
Installation and repair should be done by a QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSON. The appliance should be inspected
before use and at least annually by a qualified service
person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to
excessive lint from carpeting, bedding materials, etc.
It is imperative that control compartments, burners
and circulating air passageways of the appliance be
kept clean.
DO NOT put anything around the fireplace that will
obstruct the flow of ventilation air.
DO keep the appliance area clear and free from
combustible material, gasoline and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
A yearly examination and cleaning of the venting
system of the solid-fuel burning fireplace must be
performed by a qualified agency.
DO make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners.
Clean and replace damaged parts.
DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of
the control system and any gas control which has
been under water.
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