Vermont Casting GPFMP - Manual (Page 4)

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Vermont Castings Gas Patio Fire
Assembly and Installation
The logs and burner assembly are shipped together.
1. Remove the gas log set and burner assembly and
check for damage. DO NOT install damaged compo-
nents. The logs are fragile - handle with care.
2. Place the burner assembly on a flat, stable surface
in an outdoor location such as a patio or a deck.
This location must be adjacent to the gas supply line
(natural gas) or LP gas supply cylinder. NOTE:
Minimum clearances to combustibles must be
maintained. (Refer to Page 3)
Remember, you must have easy access to the gas
valve control knob AFTER the appliance is installed and
connected to the gas supply.
The ON/OFF Gas Valve is used to turn gas to the
burner on and off.
Natural Gas Models
Connect the incoming gas supply line to the on/off gas
valve of the appliance. (Fig. 3) Make certain ALL gas
connections are tight. Test for leaks. Use a 50/50
solution of liquid soap and water to test for leaks at gas
fittings and joints. Apply water/soap solution with a
brush only -
do not over apply. NEVER test with an
open flame.
LP Gas Models
1. Place cylinder base (provided with unit) on a level
surface.
2. Be sure to place cylinder in ring on base.
3. Make sure tank valve is in its full OFF position. (Turn
clockwise to stop.)
4. Check tank valve features to ensure it has proper
external mating threads. (Tank valve marked: USE
WITH TYPE 1)
5. Inspect hose shipped with the unit for damage.
Never attempt to use damaged or plugged equip-
ment. See your local LP Gas Dealer for repairs.
6. After inspecting the LP hose shipped with the unit,
connect the end with the female fitting on the hose
to the male fitting on the on/off gas valve at the end
of the flex tube and make sure it is tight.
7. When connecting regulator assembly to the tank
valve, hand tighten nut clockwise to a positive stop.
DO NOT use a wrench to tighten. Use of a wrench
may damage quick closing coupling nut and result in
a hazardous condition. (Fig. 3)
8. Locate the hose out of pathways where people may
trip over it or in areas where the hose may be
subject to accidental damage.
9. Open tank valve fully (counterclockwise). Turn the
on/off valve at the unit slowly to the on position and
use a 50/50 solution of liquid soap and water to test
for leaks at gas fitting and joints. Apply water/soap
solution with a brush only -
do not over apply.
NEVER test with an open flame. If a leak is found,
turn tank valve off and do not use the appliance
until repairs can be made by a local LP Gas Dealer.
DO NOT attempt to make repairs yourself.
10. Never attempt to use this appliance or any compo-
nents that have been damaged or exposed to an
accidental fire.
Natural Gas Supply
Line
Propane
Regulator Hose
Cylinder Base
Burner
Assembly
Burner
Assembly
Valve
Valve
FP1130
Fig. 3 Gas line connection.