Quadra-Fire QFI30FB Owner's Manual

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21Quadra-Fire • QFI30FB, QFI35FB • 2221-900 Rev. K • 3/1177 Installation PreparationPrepare the existing solid fuel masonry or factory builtnon-combustible firebox for installation.A. Inspection and CleaningPrior to installing the gas insert:• Have the chimney and adjacent structure inspectedand cleaned by qualified professionals. Hearth & HomeTechnologies recommends that NFI or CSIA certifiedprofessionals, or technicians under the direction of certi-fied professionals, conduct a minimum of a NFPA 211Level 2 inspection of the chimney.• Replace component parts of the chimney and fireplaceas specified by the professionals.• Ensure all joints are properly engaged and the chimneyis properly secured.• Ensure combustible mantel and surround clearancescomply with applicable codes and regulations for solid-fuel fireplaces. In the absence of local or regional codes,refer to NFPA 211.• Ensure chimney is constructed of non-combustiblematerials.• Ensure chimney is clean and in good working order.• Ensure that all chimney cleanouts fit properly to preventair leakage into chimney.B. Flue DamperFully lock the solid fuel fireplace’s flue damper in the openposition, OR completely remove it.C. Gas LineNote: If the factory built fireplace has no gas access holeprovided, an access hole of 1 inch (25 mm) diameter orless may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of thefirebox in a proper workmanship - like manner. This accesshole must be plugged with non-combustible insulation afterthe gas supply line has been installed.• Install gas line into firebox cavity.• Check local codes and gas line sizing requirementsfollowing NFPA51. See Section 9.E. Electrical Outlet BoxAn outlet box may be installed in a bottom back corner ofthe existing solid fuel masonry or factory built fireplace topermit blowers or other optional accessories to be used.Alternatively, the supplied power cord may be routed outonto the hearth to a nearby outlet.D. Fireplace Conversion NoticePermanently attach the label with the following warning tothe inside lower back of the fireplace firebox into which theinsert is being installed. Silicone or mechanical fastenersmay be required to properly secure the label.WARNING! Risk of Fire! This fireplace has been con-verted for use with a gas fireplace insert only and cannotbe used for burning wood or solid fuels unless all originalparts have been replaced, and the fireplace re-approvedby the authority having jurisdiction.F. Remote Control Confi gurationThe Intellifire Plus TM should be programmed to the RC300remote control prior to the installation of the insert into theexisting solid fuel masonry or factory built fireplace.The control is accessed by removing the lower accesspanel on the rear of the insert. See Section 10.C and10.D for details.