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Mantel Clearances for Insert Installation
If there is a mantel above masonry fireplace,
you must meet minimum clearance between
mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening (see
Figure 12).
NOTICE: Surface temperatures
of adjacent walls and mantels
become hot during operation.
Walls and mantels above the
firebox may become hot to
the touch. If installed properly,
these temperatures meet the
requirements of the national
product standard. Follow all
minimum clearances shown in
this manual.
NOTICE: If your installation does
not meet the minimum clear-
ances shown, you must do one
of the following:
• raise the mantel to an accept-
able height
• remove the mantel
Wall board or facing
material (above
fireplace) may be of
combustible material,
including decorative
mantel ornaments or
other similar projec-
tions off of the facing
material.
Fireplace
Fireplace Insert
Wire-mesh
Screen
Figure 12 - Minimum Mantel Clearances
for Fireplace Insert Installation
12
iNSTAllATiON
Mantel Shelf
10"
8"
6"
1 /2
2
"
Noncombustible
Material May
Project Off this
Surface above
the Insert Hood
13" 16" 19" 21"
Note: All vertical
measurements are
from top of insert hood
Supplied Hood Must
opening to bottom
Be Used at All Times
of mantel shelf.
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INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO
FIREPLACE LOCATION
WARNING: A qualified
service person must connect
fireplace Insert to gas supply.
Follow all local codes.
CAUTION: Never connect
propane/LP heater directly to the
propane/LP supply. This heater
requires an external regulator
(not supplied). Install the exter-
nal regulator between the heater
and propane/LP supply.
WARNING: Never connect
natural gas fireplace insert to
private (non-utility) gas wells.
This gas is commonly known
as wellhead gas.
Installation Items Needed
Before installing fireplace insert, make sure
you have the items listed below.
• external regulator (supplied by installer)
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
• equipment shutoff valve *
• test gauge connection *
• sediment trap
• tee joint
• pipe wrench
• approved flexible gas line with gas con-
nector (if allowed by local codes) (not
provided)
* A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff
valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable al-
ternative to test gauge connection. Purchase
the optional CSA design-certified equipment
shutoff valve from your dealer.
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