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Built-In Unvented Fireboxes

P/N 903761 REV. E 02/2004

UVFCE Series

MODELS

STANDARD SERIES

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

FOR USE ONLY WITH DECORATIVE TYPE UNVENTED ROOM

HEATERS.

DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE.

FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use gasoline

or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity

of this or any other appliance.

FOR YOUR SAFETY: What to do if you smell gas:

• DO NOT light any appliance.

• DO NOT touch any electrical switches.

• DO NOT use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a

neighbor’s phone.

Follow your gas suppliers instructions.

• If your gas supplier cannot be reached, call the

fire department.

Installation and service must be performed by a

qualified installer, service agency or the gas sup-

plier.

WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL

IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLO-

SION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE,

PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, AL-

TERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE IN-

JURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. REFER TO THIS MANUAL.

FOR ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CON-

SULT A QUALIFIED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE

GAS SUPPLIER.

WARNING: DO NOT BURN WOOD OR OTHER MATERIAL IN

THESE APPLIANCES.

CAREFULLY REVIEW THE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH

THE DECORATIVE TYPE UNVENTED ROOM HEATER FOR

THE MINIMUM FIREPLACE SIZE REQUIREMENT.

DO NOT INSTALL THE APPLIANCE IN THIS FIREBOX, UN-

LESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS

REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATIONS.

This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air

(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.

Provisions for adequate combustion and ventila-

tion air must be provided. Refer to Combustion

and Ventilation Air Section, Page 3.

Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out

of traffic and away from furniture or draperies.

Do not place clothing or other materials on or near this appli-

ance.

IMPORTANT: READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS

COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR UNVENTED ROOM

HEATERS.

RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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Summary

Installation Safety and Reference

Retain Installation Instructions

Keep these installation instructions for future use and reference.

Gas Appliance Safety Precautions

Provides crucial safety advice regarding gas leaks and handling flammable materials.

General Information and Safety Guidance

Product Overview and System

Describes the UVFCE Series unvented fireboxes and their self-contained heat-circulating system.

Required Tools and Building Supplies

Lists the necessary tools and building materials for the installation process.

Critical Safety Warnings and Hazards

Highlights essential safety warnings for installation, operation, and potential hazards like CO poisoning.

Codes and Airflow Requirements

Compliance with Codes and Standards

Mandates compliance with local codes and national standards like NFPA54.

Combustion and Ventilation Air Needs

Details requirements for adequate air supply for heaters in various spaces.

Firebox Location and Clearances

Optimal Firebox Placement

Discusses factors for selecting the best location for the firebox, avoiding drafts and traffic.

Minimum Clearance Requirements

Specifies required minimum clearances from combustible materials to ensure safety.

Installation Steps and Gas Line Connection

Firebox System Assembly Sequence

Outlines the basic sequence for installing the firebox system components.

Gas Line Installation Procedure

Details the critical process of connecting the gas line to the firebox, including safety.

Framing and Firebox Mounting

Firebox Framing Specifications

Provides guidelines and requirements for framing the firebox opening.

Firebox Installation and Securing

Explains how to properly install and secure the firebox within the framed opening.

Firebox Technical Specifications

UVFCE Front View Dimensions

Lists front view dimensions for the UVFCE firebox models.

Side and Top View Details

Provides side and top view dimensions and gas line knockout details.

Framing Installation Guidelines

Framing Dimensions and Layout

Details various dimensions required for framing the firebox opening.

Framing Installation Diagrams

Illustrates framing requirements for different installation scenarios.

Firebox and Canopy Installation Steps

Securing the Firebox to Structure

Describes methods for anchoring and securing the firebox to the floor and framing.

Installing the Firebox Canopy

Details the process of installing the factory-supplied canopy for safe operation.

Firebox Enhancements and Parts

Trim Kits for Aesthetics

Mentions available trim kits to enhance the firebox appearance.

Optional Forced Air Kit

Describes the optional forced air kit and its installation requirements.

Firebox Finishing Options

Discusses options for finishing the firebox with noncombustible materials.

Available Accessories and Components

Lists optional accessories like adjustable canopies and trim kits.

Replacement Parts Identification

Part Number Cross-Reference

Provides a list of numbered parts and their corresponding part numbers for ordering.

Product Limited Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage and Terms

Details the 1-year limited warranty, coverage, remedies, and exclusions for the gas room heater.

Warranty Qualifications and Limitations

Outlines conditions for warranty validity, liability limitations, and necessary qualifications.