INSTALLATION
Continued
7. Mark screw locations through one hole on
each side of the mounting bracket (see Figures
13 or 14, depending on your model). If install-
ing in a brick-bottom fireplace, mark screw
locations in mortar joint of bricks.
8. Remove heater base from fireplace. If install-
ing optional control accessories, do so at this
time (Remote-Ready Models Only). Follow
all directions provided with accessory.
9. Drill holes at marked locations using 3/16"
drill bit.
10. Attach base assembly to fireplace floor using
two masonry screws (in hardware package).
Flexible Gas Hose (if
allowed by local codes)
Figure 11 - Attaching Flexible Gas
Hose to Heater Gas Regulator (Variable
Manually-Controlled Models Only)
Fitting
Figure 12 - Attaching Flexible Gas Hose
to Heater (Remote-Ready Models Only)
Vintage Oak Log
Chassis
(Variable
Manually-
Controlled
Models)
Bracket with
Screw Holes
Figure 13 - Attaching Heater to Fireplace
Floor (Variable Manually-Controlled
Models Only)
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Heater Gas
Regulator
Fitting
Flexible Gas Hose (if
allowed by local codes)
Masonry
Screw
Golden Oak
Model Chassis
(Remote-Ready
Models)
Bracket with
Screw Holes
Figure 14 - Attaching Base Assembly to
Fireplace Floor
CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY
WARNING: This appliance
requires a 1/2" NPT (National
Pipe Thread) inlet connection to
the pressure regulator.
WARNING: A qualified service
person must connect heater to gas
supply. Follow all local codes.
CAUTION: Never connect
propane/LP fireplace directly
to the propane/LP supply. This
heater requires an external regu-
lator (not supplied). Install the
external regulator between the
heater and propane/LP supply.
WARNING: Never connect natu-
ral gas fireplace to private (non-util-
ity) gas wells. This gas is commonly
known as wellhead gas.
Installation Items Needed
Before installing heater, 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
* A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve
with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to
test gauge connection. Purchase the optional CSA
design-certified equipment shutoff valve from your
dealer. See Accessories, page 34.
Masonry
Screw