Vanguard Heating VMH26TPB - Manual (Page 8)

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You can recess firebox into the wall. You can also position fireplace
in the optional cabinet or corner mantels.
IMPORTANT: Only use
optional cabinet or corner mantels specified in this manual. Pur-
chase the optional mantel from your dealer (see Accessories, page 26).
LOCATING FIREPLACE
CAUTION: This fireplace creates warm air cur-
rents. These currents move heat to wall surfaces next
to fireplace. Installing fireplace next to vinyl or cloth
wall coverings or operating fireplace where impurities
(such as, but not limited to, tobacco smoke, aromatic
candles, cleaning fluids, oil or kerosene lamps, etc.) in
the air exist, may discolor walls or cause odors.
Figure 8 - Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of
Fireplace Shown with Optional Mantel
Top Of
Mantel Can
Be Flush
With Wall
Left
Side
CEILING
Right
Side
36"
Minimum
6"
Minimum
From
Sides Of
Fireplace
Left
Side
CEILING
36"
Minimum
FLOOR
Right
Side
WARNING: Maintain the minimum clearances
shown in Figures 7 and 8. If you can, provide greater
clearances from floor, ceiling, and joining wall.
0" Minimum To Top Surface
Of Carpeting, Tile Or Other
Combustible Material
Note: When installing fireplace directly on carpeting, tile or other
combustible material, other than wood flooring, the fireplace shall
be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and
depth of the fireplace.
0" Minimum To Top
Surface Of Carpeting,
Tile Or Other
Combustible Material
Figure 7 - Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of
Fireplace Shown Built-In the Wall
INSTALLATION
Continued
IMPORTANT: Vent-free fireplaces add moisture to the air. Although
this is beneficial, installing fireplace in rooms without enough ventila-
tion air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture. See Air for
Combustion and Ventilation, pages 5 through 7.
Note: Your Vanguard fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance
installations. Wall or framing material can be placed directly against
any exterior surface of your fireplace, except where standoff spacers are
integrally attached. If standoff spacers are attached to your fireplace,
these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing materials.
Use the dimensions shown for rough openings to create the easiest
installation (see Built-In Fireplace Installation, page 9).
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use the correct gas type (natural or propane/LP) for your unit. If
your gas supply is not correct, do not install fireplace. Call dealer
where you bought fireplace for proper type fireplace.
INSTALLATION ITEMS
Before installing fireplace, make sure you have the items listed
below.
• external regulator - propane/LP only (supplied by installer)
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
• equipment shutoff valve *
• test gauge connection*
• ground joint union
• 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 26.
Note: If desired, purchase a four-sided brass trim kit for built-in
installations. See Accessories, page 26.
INSTALLATION
Check Gas Type
Installation Items
Locating Fireplace