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INTRODUCTION
When installed on exterior walls: Empire Comfort Systems
recommends the replace chase be constructed outside the
structure's weather envelope. Where the platform meets the wall,
useaashingdetailsimilartothatrequiredforattacheddecks.
Chase platforms, including hearths should slope away from the
structureat1/4in.perfoot.Thereplacecanbeshimmedlevel.
When installed on surfaces where water may collect or cause
damage:EmpireComfortSystemsrecommendsaslopeof1/8to
1/4in.perfoottowardsthedrainportsuggested.Thereplacecan
be shimmed level.
Hearthsshouldslopeawayfromthefrontofthereplaceandchase
at1/8in.to1/4in.perfoot.Metalsafetystripsmustbeontopof
any combustible hearth materials used for moisture management.
Whenpurchasingareboxorreplacewerecommendyoualso
buy a weather cover to protect the unit from moisture. Never install
a burner where moisture cannot drain off easily. We recommend a
weather barrier to protect the burner from moisture.
Qualied Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment
or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be
performedonlybyaqualiedagency.Theterm"qualiedagency"
meansanyindividual,rm,corporationorcompanywhicheitherin
person or througharepresentativeisengagedin andis responsible for
(a) the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the connection,
installation, repair or servicing of equipment, who is experienced in
such work, familiar with all precautions required and has complied
withalltherequirementsoftheauthorityhavingjurisdiction.
Local Codes
• Whenthereplaceisconnectedtoaxedpipingsystem,the
installation must conform with local codes, or in the ab-
sence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54, or International Fuel Gas Code.
• Wheninstalled,thereplacemustbeelectricallygrounded
in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local
codes with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, if
applicable.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The installation must be
madebyalicensedplumberorgastterintheCommonwealth
of Massachusetts.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence
oflocalcodes,withtheNationalFuelGasCode,ANSIZ223.1.*
*Available from theAmerican National Standards Institute, Inc. 1430
Broadway, New York, N.Y. 10018.
High Altitudes
For altitudes/elevations above 2,000 feet (610m), ratings should be
reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet (305m) above
sea level. Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before
changingspud/oricesize.
Instructions to Installer
1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after
installation.
2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail registration
card supplied with this fireplace or register online at
www.empirecomfort.com.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate outdoor
replace.
AlwaysconsultyourlocalBuildingDepartmentregardingregulations,
codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an outdoor
gasreplace.
*Aftermarket: Completionofsale,notforpurposeofresale,from
the manufacturer.
Well Head Gas Installations
Some natural gas utilities use "well head" gas. This may affect the
Btu output of the unit. Contact the gas company for the heating value.
Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before changing
spud/oricesize.
WARNING
This replace is not for use with solid fuels.
WARNING
ANY CHANGE TO THIS FIREPLACE OR ITS CONTROLS CAN
BE DANGEROUS.
Improper installation or use of the replace can cause seri-
ous injury or death from re, burns, explosion or carbon
monoxide poisoning.
ThisseriesisdesigncertiedinaccordancewithANSI Z21.97/CSA
2.41 for Outdoor Gas Fireplaces and should be installed according
to these instructions.
Any alteration of the original design, installing it other than as
shown in these instructions or using a type of gas not shown
on the rating plate, is the responsibility of the person and
company making the change.
Manual Valve Safety System
When the burner ignites, a thermocouple senses a signal (electrical
current)thatenergizesamagnetinthegasvalve.After30to60
seconds, the control knob can be released. If the thermocouple
doesnotsensetheame,thegaswillshutoff.
Important
AllcorrespondenceshouldrefertocompleteModelNumber,Serial
Number and type of gas.
Moisture Resistance
Thisoutdoorreplacewillshedmoderateamountsofwater,butis
not waterproof. Water and condensing water vapor may enter the
chase under certain conditions.
Thereplacewillnotperformasanexteriorwall.Moisturepenetration
must be considered for construction that places the replace in
structure walls or on moisture sensitive surfaces.