Existing Fireplace Preparation; Installation; Unpack The Appliance - Valor Legend G3.5 700IN Owner's Manual

QUALIFIED
INSTALLER
A few points must be considered before inserting the
700 into an existing fi replace cavity. Generally, no
modifi cations are allowed to the existing fi replace that
will compromise the integrity of the existing fi replace.
Components that are bolted or screwed on such as
dampers or baffl es may be removed to accommodate
the installation of the 700 engine. Cutting away
any sheet metal parts of the existing fi replace
to accommodate the installation of the 700 is
prohibited. Check with local authorities if in doubt.
Clean Fireplace and Chimney
Have the chimney swept and the fi replace cavity
including ash dumps and clean-outs cleaned before
installing the 700 heater and vent liners. Any creosote
or soot residue remaining in the fi replace cavity
chimney or clean-out may cause odors or stains once
the 700I insert is installed. Consult with chimney sweep
for information on how best to clean.
Existing Dampers
Factory-built, zero-clearance fi replaces will require the
damper to be removed in order to install the vent liners.
These dampers are usually bolted into place. Dampers
in masonry fi replaces must be fi xed open and may
remain in place.
Ash Retaining Curbs
Some fi replaces (particularly factory-built) have a
raised curb at the front edge to retain ashes. Check the
dimensions carefully to ensure the 700 engine will fi t
behind any raised curb (some curbs may be removed
separately from the refractory base).

Unpack the appliance

Beware of sharp edges! Wear gloves!
1. Unpack the appliance.
2. Unpack any loose items from around the appliance
and check against the Pack Content list provided in
the documentation package.
3. Remove the window and set aside in a safe place to
avoid damage—see next page.
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Existing Fireplace Preparation

Installation

Gas Line Routing
Plan the routing of the gas line before proceeding.
Utilize the existing hole for the gas line of the factory-
built fi replace.
If the fi replace has no access hole, carefully drill an
access hole of 1.5 inch (38 mm) or less through the
lower sides or bottom of the fi rebox. The access hole
must be plugged with non-combustible insulation after
the gas supply line has been installed. See Dimensions
section for detailed location of gas inlet.
Also, take into consideration whether or not a fan or
shut-off valve will interfere when planning routing of the
gas line.
Existing Glass Doors and Wire Screens
Existing glass doors must be permanently removed
prior to installing the 700 insert.
Combustible Mantels
Combustible mantel clearances must conform to those
required for the original solid-fuel fi replace into which
the 700 is being installed.
Attach Warning Conversion Plate to Existing
Fireplace (label supplied loose with 700I
heater)
Attach the "This fi replace has been converted..."
label to the existing fi replace using screws or other
mechanical means and store any removed parts in
back of the existing fi replace for future use.
4. Verify that you have all the components required
for the installation, including:
- ceramic panels & fuel bed;
- trim;
- venting components and accessories;
- fan and electrical components for its
installation if used.