Desa FPVF33PR - Manual (Page 15)

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Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation
If placing mantel above built-in fireplace, you must meet minimum clearance
between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening.
If your installation does not meet the above minimum clearances, you must:
• raise the mantel to an acceptable height, OR
• remove the mantel.
Distances to
Underside of
Mantel
Underside of
Mantel Shelf
20" 24 1/2 " 27 1/2 " 30"
All minimum
distances are
in inches
Top of
Fireplace
Opening
2 1
/2
"
6"
8"
10"
Figure 15 - Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation
Mantel Shelf
INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION
Installation Items Needed
Before installing fireplace, make sure you have the items listed below.
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant (resistant to LP/propane gas)
• manual shutoff valve *
• test gauge connection *
• sediment trap • tee joint
• pipe wrench
• approved flexible gas line with
gas connector (if allowed by
local codes) (not provided)
NOTICE
A qualified service person must connect fireplace to gas supply.
Follow all local codes.
* An A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable
alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the optional A.G.A. design-certified manual
shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, page 34.
WARNING ICON G 001
CAUTION
Never connect heater directly to the propane supply. This heater
requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install the external
regulator between the heater and propane supply.
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