Heat & Glo Dakota 42-B User Manual

Heat & Glo LifeStyle Collection • Dakota 42-B/Dakota 42H-B • 4036-909 • Rev J 11/08 1
Owner’s Manual
Installation and Operation
Models:
Dakota 42-B
Dakota 42H-B
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
CAUTION
• Important operating
and maintenance
instructions included.
• Leave this
manual with party
responsible for use
and operation.
• Read, understand
and follow these
instructions for safe
installation and
operation.
DO NOT
DISCARD
Installation and service of this appliance should
be performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth &
Home Technologies suggests NFI certifi ed or
factory-trained professionals, or
technicians supervised by an NFI
certifi ed professional.
This appliance must be installed outside.
Note: An arrow (¨) found in the text signifi es change in
content.
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
fi re may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other fl am-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
• What to do if you smell gas:
- Do not try to light any appliance.
- Do not touch any electrical switch. Do not
use any phone in your building.
- Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
- If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fi re department.
• Installation and service must be performed
by a qualifi ed installer, service agency, or
the gas supplier.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation and cool down.
WARNING
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
appliance.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
fl ammable materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other combustibles
away.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• Do not touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away

Heat & Glo Dakota 42-B Specifications

General

Category	Indoor Fireplace
Fuel Type	Natural Gas or Liquid Propane
Remote Control Compatibility	Yes
Type	Gas
Venting	Direct Vent
Efficiency	70%
Log Set Material	Fiber Ceramic
Ignition Type	IPI
Flame Appearance	Realistic
Control Type	Remote Control

Summary

Getting Started

Design and Installation Considerations

General guidelines for outdoor installation, including screened porches and moisture resistance.

Inspect Appliance and Components

Instructions for checking appliance parts for damage before installation.

Framing and Clearances

Select Appliance Location

Guidance on choosing a location considering required clearances to walls.

Clearances

Details minimum clearances for framing and surrounding combustible materials.

Termination Locations

Vent Termination Minimum Clearances

Provides minimum clearance requirements for vent termination locations.

Appliance Preparation

Securing and Leveling Appliance

Steps for properly positioning, leveling, and securing the appliance to framing.

Gas Information

Gas Pressure

Gas Connection

Guidelines for connecting the gas supply line to the appliance.

Finishing

Mantel Projections

Minimum vertical dimensions for mantels above the appliance.

Operating Instructions

Before Lighting Appliance

Lighting the Appliance

Step-by-step instructions for safely lighting the appliance.

After the Appliance is Lit

Troubleshooting

Intellifire Ignition System

Guide for diagnosing and correcting issues with the Intellifire ignition system.

Maintaining and Servicing the Appliance

Valve Service and Replacement

Detailed procedure for servicing or replacing the gas valve.

Maintenance and Service Tasks: