Desa CGCFTP - Manual (Page 9)

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Note: Your 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 Fire-
place Installation, page 10).
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.
WARNING: This appliance
is equipped for (natural or pro-
pane/LP) gas. Field conversion
is not permitted.
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 30.
Note:
If desired, purchase a four-sided brass trim kit
for built-in installations. See Accessories, page 30.
LOCATING FIREPLACE
WARNING: Maintain the
minimum clearances shown
in Figures 7 and 8. If you can,
provide greater clearances from
floor, ceiling and joining wall.
INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 8 - Mounting Clearances As
Viewed From Front of Fireplace Shown
with Optional Mantel
Figure 7 - Mounting Clearances As
Viewed From Front of Fireplace Shown
Built In The Wall
6"
Minimum
From
Sides Of
Fireplace
Left
Side
CEILING
36" Minimum
FLOOR
Right
Side
Top Of
Mantel Can
Be Flush
With Wall
Left
Side
CEILING
Right
Side
36"
Minimum
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.
Purchase the optional mantel from your dealer (see
Accessories, page 30).
WARNING: Never install the
fireplace
• in a bedroom or a bathroom
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture, clothing
or other flammable objects are
less than 36 inches from the front,
top or sides of the fireplace
• as a fireplace insert
• in high traffic areas
• in windy or drafty areas