Hearth and Home Technologies B-Vent Gas Appliance CB4842MIR - Manual (Page 15)

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B. Design and Installation Considerations
Heatilator B-type vent gas appliances are designed to
operate with all exhaust gases expelled to the outside of
the building, and combustion air pulled from the room.
Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations. Consult insurance carrier,
local building inspector, fi re offi cials or authorities having
jurisdiction over restrictions, installation inspection and
permits.
Before installing, determine the following:
• Where the appliance is to be installed.
• The vent system confi guration to be used.
• Gas supply piping.
• Electrical wiring requirements.
• Framing
and fi nishing details.
• Whether optional accessories—devices such as a fan,
wall switch, or remote control—are desired.
D. Inspect Appliance and Components
The following B-vent components are needed for installa-
tion.
• Fireplace Box
• Pipe Components
• Firestops
• Attic Insulation Shield
• Elbows
• Strapping
• Roof Flashing or Chase Top
• Termination
Cap
• Storm Collar
• Carefully remove the appliance and components from
the packaging.
• The vent system components and decorative doors and
fronts may be shipped in separate packages.
• If packaged separately, the log set and appliance grate
must be installed.
• Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,
particularly the condition of the glass.
• Read all of the instructions before starting the installation.
Follow these instructions carefully during the installation
to ensure maximum safety and benefi t.
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Damaged parts
could impair safe operation. DO NOT install damaged,
incomplete or substitute components. Keep appliance dry.
C. Tools and Supplies Needed
Before beginning the installation be sure that the follow-
ing tools and building supplies are available.
Gloves Safety glasses
Tape measure Framing material
Pliers Flat blade screwdriver
Hammer Phillips screwdriver
Voltmeter Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.)
Plumb line Framing square
Level Reciprocating saw
Manometer
1/2 - 3/4 in. length, #6 or #8 Self-drilling screws
High temperature caulking material
Noncorrosive leak check solution
WARNING! Risk of Fire, Explosion or Electric Shock!
DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under wa-
ter. Call a qualifi ed service technician to inspect the appli-
ance and to replace any part of the control system and/or
gas control which has been under water.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. For
assistance or additional information, consult a qualifi ed
service technician, service agency or your dealer.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for,
and the warranty will be voided by, the following actions:
• Installation and use of any damaged appliance or vent
system component.
• Modifi cation of the appliance or vent system.
• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass
door.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not
approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Any such action may cause a fi re hazard.