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Alpine Supply Company 36 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The Alpine Supply Company Direct Vent Fireplace
must be installed in accordance with these
instructions. Carefully read all the instructions in this
manual first. Consult the “authority having
jurisdiction” to determine the need for a permit prior
to starting the installation. It is the responsibility of
the installer to ensure this fireplace is installed in
compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions and
all applicable codes.
BEFORE YOU START
Safe installation and operation of this appliance
requires common sense, however, we are required by
ANSI Standards to make you aware of the following:
INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD BE
DONE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON.
THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSPECTED
BEFORE USE AND AT LEAST ANNUALLY BY
A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PERSON. MORE
FREQUENT CLEANING MAY BE REQUIRED
DUE TO EXCESSIVE LINT FROM
CARPETING, BEDDING MATERIAL, ETC. IT
IS IMPERATIVE THAT CONTROL
COMPARTMENTS, BURNERS AND
CIRCULATING AIR PASSAGEWAYS OF THE
APPLIANCE BE KEPT CLEAN.
DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES, THE
APPLIANCE SHOULD BE LOCATED OUT OF
TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM FURNITURE
AND DRAPERIES.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE
ALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH
SURFACE TEMPERATURES, ESPECIALLY
THE FIREPLACE GLASS, AND SHOULD STAY
AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING
IGNITION.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE
CAREFULLY SUPERVISED WHEN THEY ARE
IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE APPLIANCE.
TODDLERS, YOUNG CHILDREN AND
OTHERS MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO
ACCIDENTAL CONTACT BURNS. A
PHYSICAL BARRIER IS RECOMMENDED IF
THERE ARE AT RISK INDIVIDUALS IN THE
HOUSE. TO RESTRICT ACCESS TO A
FIREPLACE OR STOVE, INSTALL AN
ADJUSTABLE SAFETY GATE TO KEEP
TODDLERS, YOUNG CHILDREN AND OTHER
AT RISK INDIVIDUALS OUT OF THE ROOM
AND AWAY FROM HOT SURFACES.
WARNING: FAILURE TO INSTALL THIS
APPLIANCE CORRECTLY WILL VOID YOUR
WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE A SERIOUS
HOUSE FIRE.
CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE
MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON
OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
1) The appliance installation must conform with local
codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the current
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 installation
code.
2) The appliance when installed, must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the
absence of local codes with the current National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
3) This appliance must be connected to the specified vent
and termination cap to the outside of the building
envelope. Never vent to another room or inside a
building. Make sure that the vent is fitted as per venting
instructions.
4) Inspect the venting system annually for blockage and
any signs of deterioration.
5) Venting terminals shall not be recessed into a wall or
siding.
6) Any safety glass removed for servicing must be
replaced prior to operating the appliance.
7) To prevent injury, do not allow anyone who is
unfamiliar with the operation to use the fireplace.
8) Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection while
doing required maintenance.
9) Be aware of electrical wiring in locations in walls and
ceilings when cutting holes for termination.
10) Under no circumstances should this appliance be
modified. Parts that have been removed for servicing
should be replaced prior to operating this appliance.
11) Installation and any repairs to this appliance should be
done by a qualified service person. A professional
service person should be called to inspect this
appliance annually. Make it a practice to have all of
your gas appliances checked annually.
12) Under no circumstances should any solid fuels (wood,
paper, cardboard, coal etc.) be used in this appliance.
13) The appliance area must be kept clear and free of
combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
14) If the pilot goes out for any reason, turn the control
knob to the off position. Wait five minutes before
attempting to re-light pilot.
15) Never obstruct the flow of ventilation and combustion
air to the fireplace.
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