Owner`s manual
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H*38DF-PFC* Indoor Gas Fireplace
Part No. XG0816 - 100210
Installation
Section 6: Finishing
Installation
WARNING!
Do not attempt to clean glass when hot.
Do not clean glass with abrasive materials as any glass etch-
ing may cause premature glass failure.
WARNING!
We recommend careful consideration be given to the effects of
elevated mantel temperatures which may be in excess of product
design, for example: candles, plastic or pictures. This can cause
melting, deformation, discoloration or premature failure of T.V.
radio, and other electronic components.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS FIREPLACE WITHOUT THE GLASS
DOOR OR WITH A BROKEN GLASS DOOR.
CAUTION!
Figure 24. Combustible mantels and facings.
WARNING!
When covering the upper metal portion of the replace, up to 4"
(as shown, Fig.24) with a non-combustible material Please Note:
The decorative facing materials may be subject to temperatures
in excess of 250° F. This should be considered when selecting
facing materials.
Finishing Around the Fireplace
Combustible mantels and mouldings may be safely installed over the
top and on the front of the replace provided that they do not project
beyond shaded area shown in Figure 24.
Fireplace Facing
When sizing the nish material for your replace, it is important to remem-
ber the following: THE OPENING MUST NOT BE OBSTRUCTED IN ANY
WAY - to do so restricts the air supply for the control compartments
and heat exchanger it also prevents access for servicing controls.
The face of the replace may be painted to match the room decor,
provided you use a heat-resistant paint. Decorative facing must not
extend past the replace opening at all, because it will interfere with
the access to retainers for removal of glass door.
Mantels & Surrounds
NOTE: National Canadian Gas Association mantel test requirements
are for re hazard prevention to combustible materials.
New technology, to meet consumer and government demands for the
wise use of energy, has prompted us to manufacture many models of
replaces which are hot, fuel and energy efcient.
Please be aware; temperatures over the mantel will rise above normal
room temperature and walls above replace may be hot to touch.
Warning:
When covering the upper metal portion of the replace with a non-
combustible material Please Note: The decorative facing materials
may be subject to temperatures in excess of 250° F. This should be
considered when selecting facing materials.
We recommend careful consideration be given to the effects of elevated
mantel temperatures which may be in excess of product design, for
example: candles, plastic or pictures. This can cause melting, deformation,
discoloration or premature failure of T.V. and radio components.
Painting:
Special care is recommended by the Master Painters and Decorators
Association, when painting the replace surrounds, to select and apply
a quality Alkyd sealer prior to the applying of latex paints. This is to
prevent leaching of water from evaporation and causing a brownish
staining effect to paint over coats.
Combustible
Construction allowed
in shaded area
Top of fireplace
4” Nailing flange
Combustible Facing
Material
(supplied) or Non-
combustible material
Horizontal Run (in)
Vertica
l
Run (in)