Heat & Glo Lifestyle Collection • GFK-160T Instructions • 2087-023 Rev. E • 6/10 1
FIGURE 1
GFK-160T Blower System
- Installation and Operating Instructions -
Note: For ease of installation install Fan Kit prior to
gas line installation.
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The GFK-160T Blower has been designed to circulate
roomairthroughthefireplacetoenhanceheatoutput.The
GFK-160T blower system operates on 120 VAC, 60 Hz
power. This is available through a receptacle in the factory
installed junction box. The junction box is located in the
controls compartment of the fireplace.
Avariablespeedcontrolisprovidedwiththe blower system
to provide quiet forced air flow at the desired speeds. A
temperature sensor switch, which automatically turns the
blower ON/OFF, is also provided with this kit.
2.0 CHECK CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON
Compare CONTENTS OF CARTON in Figure 1 with the
actualpartsreceived. If any parts are missing ordamaged,
contactyour dealerbefore startinginstallation.Do notinstall
a damaged blower kit.
3.0 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
TheGFK-160TBlowerKitistestedandsafewheninstalledin
accordancewith this installationmanual.It is yourresponsi-
bilitytoreadall instructionsbefore startinginstallation andto
followtheseinstructionscarefullyduringinstallationtoassure
maximum benefit from, and safe operation of, the blower.
This blower is carefully engineered and must be installed
only as specified. If you modify it or any of its components,
youmaycause a fire hazard and will voidtheWARRANTY.
In addition, such action may void the coverage provided
by the owner's home insurance.
2. Feed the 110-120 VAC electrical service wires
through the Romex clamp and secure the wires to
the clamp.
3. Access the controls compartment of the fireplace to
locate the Junction Box.
4. Using the wire nuts, attach the black wire to the black
service wire, the white wire to the white service wire, and
the service ground wire to the ground stud of the junction
box.
5. Attach the junction box to the side of the unit. Insert the
rear tab of the box into the rectangular slot in the outer
wrap of the firebox. Push the front end of the box tightly
against the side of the unit, and secure the box with a
sheet metal screw (note the hole in the front end tab).
4.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 INSTALLING ELECTRICAL SERVICE
TO THE JUNCTION BOX
CAUTION: All wiring should be done by a qualified electrician
and shall be in compliance with local codes and with the National
ElectricCodeANSI/NFPANO.70-current(intheUnitedStates),or
with the current CSAC22.1 Canadian Electric Code (in Canada).
Leave this manual with party responsible for use
and operation.
CAUTION! Risk of Cuts or Abrasions. Wear protective
gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal
edges are sharp.
WARNING! Risk of Shock or Explosion! DO NOT wire
110V to the valve or to the appliance wall switch.
• Incorrect wiring will damage this valve.
• Incorrect wiring will override IPI safety lockout.
WARNING! Risk of Shock! Turn electrical power off at
the circuit breaker before beginning this installation.
NOTE: This fireplace model has a round hole through which
the service wires are fed and into which the Romex
clamp is attached.
1. Attach a Romex clamp (not included with unit) with
screws to the outside.
CORD
BLOWER
TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
SWITCH
SPEED
CONTROL
CONTROL
NUT CONTROL
KNOB
WIRE
LEAD
6’
WIRE
LEAD
GROMMET
6’
