• This appliance is hot when operated andcan cause severe burns if contacted.• Any changes or alterations to thisappliance or its controls can bedangerous and is prohibited.• Do not operate appliance before reading andunderstanding operating instructions. Failureto operate appliance according to operatinginstructions could cause fire or injury.• Ensure the glass door is opened or removedwhen lighting the pilot for the first time andwhen the gas supply has run out.• Risk of fire or asphyxiation do not operateappliance with fixed glass removed and neverobstruct the front opening of the appliance.• Objects placed in front of the appliance mustbe kept a minimum of 4 feet (1.22m) from thefront face of the appliance.• Do not connect 110 volts to the control valve,with the exception of models; GSST8 and GT8.• Risk of burns. The appliance should be turned off and cooled before servicing.• Do not install damaged, incomplete or substitute components.• Risk of cuts and abrasions. Wear protective gloves, protective footwear, and safety glasses duringinstallation. Sheet metal edges may be sharp.• Do not burn wood or other materials in this appliance.• Provide adequate ventilation and combustion air. Provide adequate accessibility clearance for servicingand operating the appliance. Never obstruct the front opening of the appliance.• The appliance area must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and otherfl ammable vapors and liquids.• High pressure will damage valve. Disconnect gas supply piping before pressure testing gas line attest pressures above 1/2 psig. Close the manual shut-off valve before pressure testing gas line at testpressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (35mb).• The appliance must not be operated at temperatures below freezing (32°F / 0°C). Allow the applianceto warm to above freezing prior to operation, with the exception of models; GSS36, GSS42; theseappliances are suitable for 0°F / -18°C.• Children and adults should be alerted to hazards of high surface temperature and should stayaway to avoid burns or clothing ignition.• Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as theappliance. Toddlers, young children and others may be susceptible to accidental contactburns. A physical barrier is recommended if there are at risk individuals in the house. Torestrict access to an appliance or stove, install an adjustable safety gate to keep toddlers,young children and other at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot surfaces.• Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance.• Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away fromfurniture and draperies.• Furniture or other objects must be kept a minimum of 4 feet (1.22m) away from the front of the appliance.• Ensure you have incorporated adequate safety measure to protect infants/toddlers from touching hotsurfaces.• Even after the appliance is off, it will remain hot for an extended period of time.• Check with your local hearth specialty dealer for safety screens and hearth guards to protect childrenfrom hot surfaces. These screens and guards must be fastened to the floor.• Any safety screen, guard or barrier removed for servicing the appliance, must be replaced priorto operating the appliance.• It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in theappliance and venting system are kept clean. The appliance and its venting system should be inspectedbefore use and at least annually by a qualified service person. More frequent cleaning may be requireddue to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. The appliance area must be kept clear andfree from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.• If the appliance shuts off, do not re-light until you provide fresh air. If appliance keeps shutting off, have itserviced. Keep burner and control compartment clean.• Under no circumstances should this appliance be modified.LA VITRE CHAUDE CAUSERADES BRÛLURES.NE PAS TOUCHER LA VITREAVANT QU’ELLE AIT REFROIDI.NE JAMAIS LAISSER LESENFANTS TOUCHER LA VITRE.HOT GLASS WILL CAUSEBURNS.DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTILCOOLED.NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TOTOUCH GLASS.! DANGER! AVERTISSEMENTA barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from thehot viewing glass is provided with this appliance andshall be installed for the protection of children and otherat-risk individuals.Une barriére conçu à réduire le risque de brûlurescausées par le verre chaud est fourni avec l’appareil etsera installé pour la protection des enfants et d’autrespersonnes à risque.! WARNING! WARNING• Do not allow wind or fans to blow directly into the appliance. Avoid any drafts that alter burner fl amepatterns.• Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with thisW415-1796 / A / 05.17.18EN2safety information