Hearth & Home GLASS-36LINEAR - User Manual

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Hearth & Home Technologies • GLASS-32LINEAR, GLASS-36LINEAR, GLASS-42LINEAR Installation Instructions • 2491-931 Rev. D • 5/20
GLASS-32LINEAR, GLASS-36LINEAR, GLASS-42LINEAR
Models: COSMO32-IFT, COSMO42-IFT, RAVE3012-IFT, RAVE4013-IFT, JADE32IN, JADE42IN,
JADE42IL, COSMO32-IFT-B, COSMO36-IFT-B, COSMO42-IFT-B, RAVE32-IFT-B, RAVE36-IFT-B,
RAVE42-IFT-B, JADE32IN-B, JADE42IN-B, JADE42IL-B, DVLINEAR36, SLR-X-AU, B41L-AU
Installation Instructions
NOTICE: Handle refractory panels with care. Refractory
may chip or crack if dropped or impacted.
TOOLS
Screw gun equipped with 1/4 in. socket or
1/4 in. wrench or socket
Standard Flathead Screwdriver
KIT COMPONENTS
(1) Left Refractory Panel
(1) Right Refractory Panel
(1) Back Refractory Panel
(2) Side Glass Retaining Brackets with Screws
(1) Back Glass Retaining Bracket with Screws (36 Only)
Leave this manual with party responsible for use
and operation.
1. Remove decorative front and glass assembly. Refer
to appliance installation manual for glass removal and
replacement instructions.
2. Locatethetwoholesonthebackangeofthebase-
pan. Screw two self-tapping screws through the base-
panandintothebackwalloftherebox.SeeFigure1.
3. Bend the bottom glass tabs, two on each side, up as
shown in Figure 1.
This appliance has been supplied with an integral barrier
to prevent direct contact with the xed glass panel. DO
NOT operate the appliance with the barrier removed.
Contact your dealer or Hearth & Home Technologies if the
barrier is not present or help is needed to properly install one.
CAUTION! Risk of Cuts or Abrasions. Wear protective
gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal
edges are sharp.
DANGER
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of
burns from the hot viewing glass is provided
with this appliance and shall be installed for
the protection of children and other at-risk
individuals.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION! Risk of Burns! The replace should be turned
o and cooled before glass refractory is installed.
BOTTOM GLASS TABS
BACK FLANGE HOLES
Figure 1. Bend Bottom Glass Tabs Up
4. Rear Panel: Install back glass panel as shown in Fig-
ure 2. Ensure the smooth side is facing toward the
frontofthereplace.Setthebackpaneltightagainst
theangeofthebasepanandtilttheglassuptoward
the back of the rebox.  Back panel will be held in
place by the side panels. Hold back panel in place
while installing the left and right panels.
GLASS-36LINEAR Only: Install back glass retaining
bracket by centering it left and right and attaching it using
two self-tapping screws. See Figure 3.
5. Side Panels: Position glass panel between bottom
glasstabsandsidewallofrebox.SeeFigure4.

Summary

Installation Procedures

Tools for Installation

Lists required tools such as screw guns and screwdrivers for the fireplace installation process.

Installation Kit Components

Details the components provided in the kit for installing refractory panels and glass.

Glass Panel Installation

Step-by-step guide for removing the front assembly and installing rear and side glass panels.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features
5. Safety Information

This document provides installation instructions for the GLASS-32LINEAR, GLASS-36LINEAR, and GLASS-42LINEAR series of fireplaces manufactured by Hearth & Home Technologies. These models include: COSMO32-IFT, COSMO42-IFT, RAVE3012-IFT, RAVE4013-IFT, JADE32IN, JADE42IN, JADE42IL, COSMO32-IFT-B, COSMO36-IFT-B, COSMO42-IFT-B, RAVE32-IFT-B, RAVE36-IFT-B, RAVE42-IFT-B, JADE32IN-B, JADE42IN-B, JADE42IL-B, DVLINEAR36, SLR-X-AU, and B41L-AU.

Function Description:

These devices are fireplaces designed to provide heat and ambiance. They are equipped with glass refractory panels that enhance the aesthetic appeal of the firebox. The installation instructions primarily focus on the correct placement and securing of these glass refractory panels within the firebox. A key safety feature is the integral barrier provided to reduce the risk of burns from the hot viewing glass. This barrier must be installed and should not be removed during operation to protect children and other at-risk individuals. The manual emphasizes that if the barrier is missing or if assistance is needed for proper installation, the dealer or Hearth & Home Technologies should be contacted.

Important Technical Specifications:

The manual covers three main sizes: 32-inch, 36-inch, and 42-inch models, which correspond to the GLASS-32LINEAR, GLASS-36LINEAR, and GLASS-42LINEAR series, respectively. The installation process involves securing various glass panels (rear, left, and right) within the firebox using self-tapping screws and retaining brackets. Specifically, the GLASS-36LINEAR model has an additional back glass retaining bracket that needs to be installed. The design incorporates bottom glass tabs that are bent upwards to help position the glass panels.

Usage Features:

The primary usage feature highlighted in the manual is the aesthetic enhancement provided by the glass refractory panels. These panels are designed to be installed within the firebox, creating a visually appealing backdrop for the flames. The fireplace is intended for indoor use, and the installation process ensures that the glass panels are securely fitted for safe operation. The manual implicitly suggests that these fireplaces are gas-fired, given the mention of "glass refractory" and the general context of modern fireplace design.

Maintenance Features:

While the manual does not explicitly detail ongoing maintenance, it provides crucial information for initial setup and potential re-installation of components. The installation process itself can be considered a form of initial maintenance or assembly. Key maintenance-related aspects include:

• Refractory Panel Handling: Users are warned to "Handle refractory panels with care. Refractory may chip or crack if dropped or impacted." This indicates that the refractory panels are delicate and require careful handling to prevent damage, which would necessitate replacement.
• Glass Assembly Removal/Reinstallation: Step 1 of the installation process instructs users to "Remove decorative front and glass assembly. Refer to appliance installation manual for glass removal and replacement instructions." This implies that the glass assembly is designed to be removable for maintenance, cleaning, or replacement of components within the firebox. Step 7 instructs to "Reinstall glass assembly and decorative front," completing the cycle.
• Safety Barrier: The integral barrier is a critical safety feature that also requires attention. The manual states, "DO NOT operate the appliance with the barrier removed," underscoring its importance for user safety and implicitly suggesting that it should be inspected periodically to ensure it is properly installed and undamaged.
• Tools Required: The installation requires common tools such as a screw gun equipped with a 1/4 inch socket or wrench, and a standard flathead screwdriver. This suggests that basic maintenance or component replacement can be performed with readily available tools.
• Component List: The manual lists kit components including Left Refractory Panel, Right Refractory Panel, Back Refractory Panel, Side Glass Retaining Brackets with Screws, and Back Glass Retaining Bracket with Screws (for 36-inch models only). This list is useful for identifying parts that might need replacement in the future.

Safety Information:

The manual includes several critical safety warnings:

• Risk of Cuts or Abrasions: "Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal edges are sharp."
• Hot Glass Warning: A prominent "DANGER" sign warns, "HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS. DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED. NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS." This is a crucial operational safety warning.
• Integral Barrier: The appliance is supplied with an integral barrier to prevent direct contact with the hot viewing glass. It must be installed for the protection of children and other at-risk individuals. Operating the appliance without the barrier is strictly prohibited.
• Burns During Installation: "CAUTION! Risk of Burns! The fireplace should be turned off and cooled before glass refractory is installed." This emphasizes the importance of allowing the unit to cool down before performing any installation or maintenance work.

The document serves as a comprehensive guide for the initial setup of the glass refractory panels, ensuring both the aesthetic appeal and safe operation of the fireplace models listed. It highlights the importance of careful handling of components and adherence to safety guidelines during installation and use.

Hearth & Home GLASS-36LINEAR Specifications