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Owner’s Manual • Fireplace Glass Firescreen

WARNING!

Never close the Glass Firescreen doors while a fire is burning in the fireplace!

This Glass Firescreen is intended for installation on a masonry fireplace only.

Do not use this glass firescreen on a pre-fabricated fireplace.

To determine the type of fireplace:

A. Masonry Fireplace constructed of brick and mortar with a brick chimney.

B. Pre-fabricated (Zero Clearance) Fireplace with a metal firebox

and a sheet metal duct chimney.

A Pre-fabricated Fireplace, also called a Zero Clearance Fireplace, will require a

different type of glass screen. Keep in mind that while glass firescreens appear

interchangeable, they are not! If your fireplace is a factory built pre-fab,

Do Not use this firescreen. Check the make and model number of your

pre-fab fireplace and consult your dealer for the appropriate firescreen.

Place firewood grate at least 7” back from the wire screen. Discoloration may occur

as a result of a large fire or placing the grate too close to the glass door frame.

NEVER attempt to use your fireplace until you first read and understand the following

Safety Rules that will help prevent possible bodily injury or property damage.

SAFETY RULES

1. Always position the firewood grate close to the back

wall of the firebox.and at least 7”back from the wire mesh

curtain or screen. N ever build too large a fire, to assure safe

use of the fireplace. A l ways keep all combu s t i ble materi a l s

at least 3’ from the front of the fireplace when in use.

2 . A l ways confirm that the chimney damper is open befo r e

s t a rting a fire and during use so that smoke will not ex h a u s t

into the room. Always use the damper control knob(s)

located at the bottom of the firescreen to adjust the draft and

fire intensity.

3 .N ever put any volatile substance in the fireplace. A l way s

c o n f i rm that no volatile liquids such as gasoline, charcoal

s t a rt e r, lighter fluid, lantern fuel, or kerosene are located

near the front of the fireplace. Only use kindling or

prepackaged fire starter materials to start a fire.

4 . NEVER CLOSE THE GLASS FIREPLACE DOORS

WHILE A FIRE IS BURNING IN THE FIREPLACE.

E x c e s s i ve fireplace temperatures may result which could

cause the glass doors to shatter and cause personal injuri e s

or property damage. Tempered glass does not imply

u n b r e a k a ble glass. In the unlikely event of glass fa i l u r e , it

will shatter into small pieces to reduce the risk of personal

i n j u ry or property damage.

5 . A l w ays keep the wire mesh curtain or screen completely

closed when the fireplace is in use, except when adding

wo o d . A closed curtain or screen acts as a safety barrier fo r

s p a rk s.

6. Always provide adult supervision for children and pets

when the fireplace is in use, and keep them at a safe

d i s t a n c e to prevent accidental bu rn s. To prevent burn s ,

always wear an insulated mitt before touching the

damper control knobs, door handles, wire mesh curt a i n

or screen, glass doors, or door frames whenever the

f i replace is in use.

7 .N ever use the fireplace for incinerating trash, new s p a p e r s,

or waste materials which may release tox i c / n oxious fumes.

8 . NEVER LEAVE YOUR FIREPLACE UNAT T E N D E D

WHILE IT IS IN USE.

9 .N ever allow cold water or other cold substances to come

in contact with the fireplace doors before they have cooled

c o m p l e t e l y, as the glass could shatter.

1 0 .N ever attempt to dispose of ashes until they have cooled

c o m p l e t e l y, as hot ashes are a potential source of ignition.

A l ways use the fireplace clean-out door (if ava i l a ble) fo r

r e m oving the ashes and always use a metal container fo r

s a fe disposal.

10-10-101 REV. 05/2006

Summary of content (6 pages)

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Owner’s Manual • Fireplace Glass Firescreen WARNING! Never close the Glass Firescreen doors while a fire is burning in the fireplace! This Glass Firescreen is intended for installation on a masonry fireplace only. Do not use this glass firescreen on a pre-fabricated fireplace. To determine the type of fireplace: A. Masonry Fireplace constructed of brick and mortar with a brick chimney. B. Pre-fabricated (Zero Clearance) Fireplace with a metal firebox and a sheet metal duct chimney.
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Warning: Carefully read this entire manual before you begin installing your glass firescreen. Also, please check the chart below to make certain you have purchased the correct glass firescreen for your fireplace opening. Size Small Medium Large Note: This glass firescreen is designed to surface mount, with an overlap, on the outside of the fireplace opening. This unit will cover a range of sizes. (See the Chart below.) Overall Dimension Width x Height Width Fits Opening Height 37.5” x 30”* 37.
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CAUTION: Remove all contents from the carton and place glass firescreen on a flat, padded surface to avoid damaging the finish. Always lift the firescreen by the sides, not the top frame. Check hardware against the parts list. If any part is missing, contact us at the phone number listed in our warranty. Before installing the firescreen, make sure the fireplace is cool. TOOLS REQUIRED: Phillips and flathead screwdrivers, scissors, and measuring tape. PART NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. & 11. 12. 13.
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2. RISER BAR INSTALLATION: NOTE: The actual frame height (shown on Page 2) includes a 2” riser bar. If your fireplace opening height matches the dimensions noted below, DO NOT ATTACH THE RISER BAR: SIZE Small Medium Large OPENING HEIGHT 27 3/4” or less 30 3/4” or less 30 3/4” or less When the riser bar is required, lay the firescreen face down on a flat, padded surface. Attach the riser bar with two (2) 8-32 x 5/8” Machine Screws (#6) and two (2) Hex Nuts (#7) as shown in Figure 1.
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4. INSTALLING THE FIRESCREEN TO THE FIREPLACE OPENING: BRACKET ASSEMBLY A Figure 4 The lintel bar is the “L” shaped angle iron that supports the bricks along the top of the fireplace opening. This bar is built into your masonry fireplace when originally constructed. Measure the lintel bar. If the lintel bar is less than 3” or more than 4” wide, refer to the Alternative Mounting Method Instructions (Page 6) and skip steps 1-4 in this section. Step 1.
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ALTERNATIVE MOUNTING METHOD (for top of glass door) TOOLS REQUIRED Electric drill, 7/32” high speed steel bit, screwdriver, pencil, and safety glasses (not provided.) Step 1. There are two slotted brackets attached to the back of the glass door frame (at the top). Attach a Key Bracket (#5) to each of the slotted brackets as in Figure 10. Figure 10 Step 2. Place the glass door against the fireplace opening, center it, and mark the lintel bar through the slots in the Key Brackets (2 places).