Superior VF4000-CHP-2 - Manual (Page 8)

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Figure 14
Note: The heater may be installed directly on a
floor made of standard combustible wood con-
struction materials. Do not install the heater
directly on carpeting or other soft floor cover-
ing such as vinyl tile or flooring materials. Use
a wood or metal panel that extends the full
width and depth of the heater between the
heater and any soft floor covering material.
Refer to Figure 20 for base dimensions.
Step 8. Secure Heater – Bend the tabs down
( Figure 13 ). Using two (2) screws securely
tighten the appliance to the platform.
Note: Heater must be anchored to the floor or
platform.
Step 9. Install Optional 120V Wiring – Refer
to Step 6 for wiring instructions.
Connecting Gas Line
Step 10. A qualified gas appliance installer
must connect the gas room heater to the gas
supply.
Consult all local codes and refer to Step 5.
The heater gas inlet connection is 3/8" NPT,
located on the right side facing the heater. If a
left side connection is required, route the gas
line under the valve to end at the right hand side
for connection to the inlet. This may be re-
quired to allow for installation of the blower.
When tightening up the joint to the valve hold
the valve securely with a wrench to prevent the
valve from moving.
Step 11 . For Surround Installations Only –
Finish the assembly of the surround compo-
nents and secure the surround to the appliance.
Step 12. The heater includes a unitized set of
ceramic fiber logs. The heater and logs are
assembled as shown in Figure 14 . Handle
these logs with great care. The logs can be
easily damaged, but when handled properly
they can provide years of performance and
enjoyment.
IMPORTANT: Ground lead must be connected
to the green screw located on the junction box
cover plate. Failure to do so will prevent the
appliance from operating.
The appliance must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70-(latest edition). (In Canada, the
current CSA C22-1 Canadian Electrical Code.)
The forced air blower kit may be mounted at
initial appliance installation or at any time there-
after. Follow the instructions provided with the
blower kit.
Finished Wall Details
It is sometimes best to frame the appliance
after it has been positioned in place. Frame with
2 x 4s or heavier lumber. Always frame in
accordance with local building codes.
Note: The header may rest on the top spacers
but must not be notched to fit around them.
In order to install the appliance facing flush with
the finished wall, position the framework to
accommodate the thickness of the finished wall
( Refer to Figures 2 and 3 ).
If you live in a cold climate, seal all cracks
around your appliance with noncombustible
material and wherever cold air could enter the
room. It is especially important to insulate
outside chase cavity between studs and under
floor on which appliance rests, if floor is above
ground level.
Proceed to Step 10.
Surround Installations
Note: The VF4000 series appliances must be
installed giving full consideration to the clear-
ance and height requirements identified in this
manual.
Step 7. Position Heater – Place the heater in
desired location. It may be helpful to tempo-
rarily assemble the surround around the appli-
ance to properly locate the unit. Refer to
Figure 13 for floor and platform installations.
If the heater is to be installed into a framed wall
refer to the built-in assembly steps beginning
on page 5.
Figure 13
Assembling the Logs
WARNING: DO NOT ADD EXTRA LOGS OR
ORNAMENTS SUCH AS PINE CONES, VER-
MICULITE OR ROCK WOOL. USING THESE
ADDED ITEMS CAN CAUSE SOOTING.
WARNING: DO NOT PLACE ANY LAVA
ROCK ON LOGS OR BURNERS. THIS MAY
CAUSE SOOTING.