Heat & Glo ST-38GTV User Manual

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- Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
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 fire department.
- Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
Model:
ST-38GTV
Installers Guide
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLA-
TION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION,
SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN
CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAM-
AGE. REFER TO THIS MANUAL. FOR
ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFOR-
MATION CONSULT A QUALIFIED IN-
STALLER, SERVICE AGENCY, OR THE
GAS SUPPLIER.
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READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THIS APPLIANCE. THIS INSTALLERS
GUIDE MUST BE LEFT WITH APPLIANCE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
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Heat-N-Glo, a division of Hearth Technologies Inc.
20802 Kensington Boulevard, Lakeville, MN 55044
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION
IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT
FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR
EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUS-
ING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PER-
SONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: (United States) 4,112,913; 4,408,594; 4,422,426; 4,424,792; 4,520,791; 4,793,322;
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Heat & Glo ST-38GTV Specifications

General

Type	Gas Fireplace
Fuel Type	Natural Gas or Propane
Ignition Type	Electronic Ignition
Vent Type	Direct Vent
Glass Type	Tempered Glass
Efficiency	Up to 70%
Log Set	Included
BTU Output	38, 000 BTU
Viewing Area	38 inches

Summary

Safety and Warning Information

1 Approvals and Codes

Appliance Certification

Installation Codes

Requirements for conforming to local and national building and electrical codes during installation.

2 Getting Started

Pre-installation Preparation

Warranty Information

Details on warranty voidance conditions, including improper installation, modification, or use of unapproved components.

3 Installing the Fireplace

Framing the Fireplace

Negative Pressure Make-up Air

Installing the Vent System

Instructions for selecting, assembling, and installing the approved B-type vent system components.

Positioning, Leveling, and Securing the Fireplace

The Gas Controls System

Overview of the standing pilot and direct spark ignition systems and their components.

The Gas Supply Line

Instructions for connecting the gas supply line, including shut-off valves and leak checks.

Gas Pressure Requirements

Specifications for inlet and manifold gas pressures for both natural gas and propane.

Wiring the Fireplace

Electrical wiring guidelines for standing pilot and direct spark ignition systems, including optional accessories.

Installing Trim, Logs & Ember Material

Before Lighting the Fireplace

Lighting the Fireplace

4 Maintaining and Servicing Your Fireplace

Checking Flame Patterns, Flame Height

Checking Vent System