Heat & Glo Fireplace 8000CF-OAK-IPI - Manual (Page 33)

Heat & Glo • 8000CF-OAK-IPI • 2059-900 Rev. R • 6/09 33
C. Securing and Leveling the Appliance
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Prevent contact with:
• Sagging or loose insulation
• Insulation backing or plastic
• Framing and other combustible materials
Block openings into the chase to prevent entry of blown-
in insulation. Make sure insulation and other materials
are secured.
DO NOT notch the framing around the appliance
standoffs.
Failure to maintain air space clearance may cause
overheating and fi re.
The diagram shows how to properly position and secure
the appliance (see Figure 9.4). Nailing tabs are provided
to secure the appliance to the framing members.
• Bend out nailing tabs on each side.
• Place the appliance into position.
• Keep nailing tabs fl ush with the framing.
• Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.
• Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use
wood shims underneath the appliance.
• Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or
screws through the nailing tabs.
• Secure the appliance to the fl oor by inserting two screws
through the pilot holes at the bottom of the appliance.
Figure 9.4 Proper Positioning and Securing of an Appliance
D. Installing the Fiberglass Gasket
The fi berglass gasket supplied in the manual bag seals
between the fi rst 8 inch (203 mm) vent component and
the outer fi replace wrap. Using 2 self-tapping screws from
the manual bag secure the gasket to the outer wrap (see
Figure 9.5).
Figure 9.5 Fiberglass Gasket
FIRST VENT
COMPONENT
FIBERGLASS
GASKET
OUTERWRAP
NAILING TABS
(BOTH SIDES)