Introduction - Napoleon GVF40P Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

1.0 INTRODUCTION

• ANY CHANGES TO THIS HEATER OR ITS CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND IS
PROHIBITED.
• Under no circumstances should this heater be modifi ed.
• Do not operate heater before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate
heater according to operating instructions could cause fi re or injury.
• Risk of burns. The heater should be turned off and cooled before servicing.
• Do not install damaged, incomplete or substitute components.
• Risk of cuts and abrasions. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal
edges may be sharp.
• Provide adequate ventilation and combustion air. Provide adequate accessibility clearance for servicing
and operating the heater. Never obstruct the front opening of the heater.
• If the heater shuts off, do not re-light until you provide fresh air. If heater keeps shutting off, have it
serviced. Keep burner and control compartment clean.
• Do not burn wood or other materials in this heater.
• Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance. Tod-
dlers, young children and others may be susceptible to accidental contact burns. A physical barrier is
recommended if there are at risk individuals in the house. To restrict access to an appliance or stove,
install an adjustable safety gate to keep toddlers, young children and other at risk individuals out of the
room and away from hot surfaces.
• Due to high temperatures, the heater should be located out of traffi c and away from furniture and
draperies.
• Ensure you have incorporated adequate safety measures to protect infants/toddlers from touching hot
surfaces.
• Clothing or other fl ammable material should not be placed on or near the heater.
• Check with your local hearth specialty dealer for safety screens and hearth guards to protect children
from hot surfaces. These screens and guards must be fastened to the fl oor.
• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the heater.
• It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in the
heater are kept clean. The heater should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualifi ed
service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding
material, etc. The heater area must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and
other fl ammable vapours and liquids.
• Furniture or other objects must be kept a minimum of 4 feet away from the front of the heater.
• Do not use this heater if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualifi ed service technician
to inspect the heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been
under water.
• Do not allow fans to blow directly into the heater. Avoid any drafts that alter burner fl ame patterns.
• Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this
heater.
• Carbon or soot should not occur in a vent free appliance as it can distribute into the living area of your
home. If you notice any signs of carbon or soot, immediately turn off your fi replace and arrange to have
it serviced by a qualifi ed technician before operating it again.
• Keep the packaging material out of reach of children and dispose of the material in a safe manner. As
with all plastic bags, these are not toys and should be kept away from children and infants.
• As with any combustion appliance, we recommend having your appliance regularly inspected and
serviced as well as having a Carbon Monoxide Detector installed in the same area to defend you and
your family against Carbon Monoxide.
WARNING
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