Installation – FMI VANTAGE HEARTH VMH26TNC User Manual

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CAUTION: Never connect pro-

pane/LP fireplace directly to the

propane/LP supply. This fireplace

requires an external regulator

(not supplied). Install the external

regulator between the fireplace

and propane/LP supply.

WARNING: Never connect

natural gas fireplace to private

(non-utility) gas wells. This

gas is commonly known as

wellhead gas.

For propane/LP units, installer must supply
an external regulator. The external regulator
will reduce incoming gas pressure. You must
reduce incoming gas pressure to between
11" and 14" of water. If you do not reduce
incoming gas pressure, fireplace regulator
damage could occur. Install external regula-
tor with the vent pointing down as shown in
Figure 21. Pointing the vent down protects it
from freezing rain or sleet.

CAUTION: Use only new,

black iron or steel pipe. Inter-

nally-tinned copper tubing may

be used in certain areas. Check

your local codes. Use pipe of

1/2" or greater diameter to allow

proper gas volume to fireplace.

If pipe is too small, undue loss

of volume will occur.

Propane/LP
Supply Tank

External
Regulator

Figure 21- External Regulator with Vent

Pointing Down

Vent
Pointing
Down

Extension Cord
Use extension cord if needed. The cord must
have a three-prong, grounding plug and a
three-hole receptacle. Make sure cord is in good
shape. It must be heavy enough to carry the
current needed. An undersized cord will cause
a drop in line voltage. This will result in loss of
power and overheating. Use a No. 16 AWG cord
for lengths less than 50 feet.

CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY

WARNING: This appliance

requires a 45° male flare fitting

5/8"-18 UNF (Unified National Fine

Thread) inlet connection and the

flexible gas line provided.

WARNING: A qualified

service person must connect

fireplace to gas supply. Follow

all local codes.

Figure 20 - Installing Blower Bracket

Assembly

3

2

1

Blower Bracket
Assembly

Screw

Wire Harness

Power
Cord

Valve
Cover
Shield

Box Cover

Wire
Harness

Switch Plate

Switch

Clamp Connector
(not included)

Outlet
Receptacle

Blue

Red

Plastic
Wire Strap

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