General Installation Information; Firebox Dimensions - Vermont Castings DFS3224A Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

In planning the installation for the fi replace it is necessary to determine where the unit is to be installed and whether optional
accessories are desired. Gas supply piping should also be planned. The following steps represent the normal sequence of
installation. Each installation is unique, however, and might require a different sequence.
1. Position fireplace in desired location. Refer to the
"Location of Fireplace" and "Clearances and Height
Requirements", and "Firebox Framing" sections found
in this manual. Note: Be sure all packing material
has been removed from underside of the unit.
2. Install canopy and logs per instructions found in
this manual. The canopy MUST be installed for safe
operation of the unit.
3. Field wire main power supply to units with fan kit.
Refer to the "Electrical Section" found in this manual.
(Electrical connections should only be performed by an
experienced, licensed certifi ed tradesman).
E
6 3/4"
21"
2 1.2"
6 3/4"
Figure 2 - Firebox Dimensions with Screen and Log Sets Removed
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D
F
H
B
2 1/2"
A

GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION

4. Install optional ON/OFF kit on units with milli-volt
control. Refer to installation instructions included with
the kit and also refer to the "Electrical Wiring" section
found in this manual.
5. Plumb gas line. Refer to the "Connecting the Gas"
section found in this manual. (Gas connections should
only be performed by an experienced, licensed / certifi ed
tradesman).
6. Complete fi nish wall material and/or surround.
DFS32A
DFS3224A
A 37"
B 32"
C 16"
3
D 28 /
3
E 18 /
1
F 21 /
2
G
1
G 12 /
1
H 27 /
C
5/8"
12 1/4"
13 5/8"
DFS36
41"
36"
16"
1
" 32 / "
4 4
3
" 18 / "
4 4
1
" 25 / "
2
1
" 12 / "
2 2
1
" 31 / "
2 2
33 3/4"
1 1/4" Knockout
@ 2 1/4" HT
2 1/4"
1 3/4"
7/8" Knockout @ 1 2/3" HT
DFS42
47"
42"
16"
1
38 / "
2
3
18 / "
4
1
31 / "
2
1
12 / "
2
1
37 / "
2
37 1/4"
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