Regency GEM54-NG Owners & Installation Manual

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Regency GemfireTM Gas Fireplace6INSTALLATION13) Do not slam shut or strike the glass door.14) Under no circumstances should any solidfuels (wood, paper, cardboard, coal, etc.) beused in this appliance.15) The appliance area must be kept clear andfree of combustible materials, (gases andother flammable vapours and liquids).INSTALLATIONIMPORTANT MESSAGESAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONSThe Gem54™ Direct Vent Fireplace must beinstalled in accordance with these instructions.Carefully read all the instructions in this manualfirst. Consult the "authority having jurisdiction"to determine the need for a permit prior tostarting the installation. It is the responsibility ofthe installer to ensure this fireplace is installedin compliance with manufacturers instructionsand all applicable codes and complies with aS5601 / AG601 clause 5.12, 13.2 and 5.12, 13.5.BEFORE YOU STARTINSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULDBE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZEDSERVICE PERSON. THE APPLIANCECLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLEMATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE PLACEDON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.GENERAL SAFETYINFORMATIONSHOULD BE INSPECTED BEFOREUSE AND AT LEAST ANNUALLY BY APROFESSIONAL SERVICE PERSON.MORE FREQUENT CLEANING MAYBE REQUIRED DUE TO EXCESSIVELINT FROM CARPETING, BEDDINGMATERIAL, ETC. IT IS IMPERATIVETHAT CONTROL COMPARTMENTS,BURNERS AND CIRCULATING AIRPASSAGEWAYS OF THE APPLIANCEBE KEPT CLEAN.DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES, THEAPPLIANCE SHOULD BE LOCATEDOUT OF TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROMFURNITURE AND DRAPERIES.WARNING: FAILURE TO INSTALL THISAPPLIANCE CORRECTLY WILL VOIDYOUR WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSEA SERIOUS HOUSE FIRE.CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BEALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGHSURFACE TEMPERATURES, ESPE-CIALLY THE FIREPLACE GLASS, ANDSHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNSOR CLOTHING IGNITION.YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CARE-FULLY SUPERVISED WHEN THEYARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS THEAPPLIANCE.1) The appliance installation must conform withlocal codes or, in the absence of local codes,with the current Installation and BuildingCodes.2) The appliance when installed, must beelectrically grounded in accordance withlocal codes.3) See general construction and assemblyinstructions. The appliance and vent shouldbe enclosed.4) This appliance must be connected to thespecified vent and termination cap to theoutside of the building envelope. Never ventto another room or inside a building. Makesure that the vent is fitted as per Ventinginstructions.5) Inspect the venting system annually forblockage and any signs of deterioration.6) Venting terminals shall not be recessed intoa wall or siding.7) Any safety glass removed for servicingmust be replaced prior to operating theappliance.8) To prevent injury, do not allow anyone whois unfamiliar with the operation to use thefireplace.9) Wear gloves and safety glasses for protectionwhile doing required maintenance.10) Be aware of electrical wiring locations inwalls and ceilings when cutting holes fortermination.11) Under no circumstances should thisappliance be modified. Parts that have to beremoved for servicing should be replacedprior to operating this appliance.12) Installation and any repairs to this applianceshould be done by an authorized serviceperson. A professional service person shouldbe called to inspect this appliance annually.Make it a practice to have all of your gasappliances checked annually."THIS UNIT MUST ALWAYSTERMINATE / VENTDIRECTLY TO THE OUTDOORS."