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If using the " EASY" Safety Pilot System consult separately attached instructions.
THE GAS LOG COMPANY
ATTENTION! READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY OR USE
For use with Vented Hearth Kits, Natural Gas Burners; F, FH, FX, FXH, or Propane Gas Burners; FA, FAH, FAX, FAXH
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus-
ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance.
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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
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any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a
•
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
•
department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
Installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.
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The chimney flue damper, when used with gas logs, will be welded open or completely removed.
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A CO detector shall be installed in the room where the appliance is installed.
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This burner and gas log set are for use in a fully functioning wood burning fireplace with the DAMPER WIDE OPEN,
it must be installed in a FULLY VENTED solid-fuel burning fireplace with a working flue constructed of non
combustible material. The FLUE MUST VENT ALL PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION.
When used without fresh air, decorative gas appliances may give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless,
poisonous gas. Some people, pregnant women, persons with heart or lung disease, anemia, persons under the
influence of alcohol and persons who live at high altitudes are more affected by carbon monoxide than others.
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu and include; headache, dizziness and/or nausea. If
you have these symptoms, the burner or the appliance may not be installed or working properly, or the flue may
be blocked. GET FRESH AIR AT ONCE! Verify that the gas log set is properly arranged and have the heater and
chimney flue serviced before using again.
A SAFETY PILOT MUST BE INSTALLED ON ALL UNITS DESIGNED OR CONVERTED TO BURN PROPANE GAS
Compliant with The Department of Building and Safety, Rule of General Application No. RGA2-72, "Standard for
decorative Log Sets for Installation in Wood Burning Fireplaces" Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in
The installation and the provisions for combustion and ventilation air must conform with The National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA54, or The CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, latest edition.
Flaming Ember Burner
General Assembly, Installation, and Operation Instructions.
Register Your Purchase at www.rasmussen.biz.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH
Solid-Fuel Burning fireplaces.
®
12028 E. PHILADELPHIA ST.
WHITTIER, CA 90601 U.S.A.
www.rasmussen.biz
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference .
Improper installation, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause property damage, personal
injury or loss of life. Read these instructions
thoroughly before installation. For assistance or
additional information, consult your gas log dealer,
qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,
permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home,
where not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only for use with type of gas
indicated on the rating plate.
Installation must conform with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
WARNING:
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Report # 10-38
REV: FEB 0410
Last Printed: 4/27/2010 3:42 PM
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Page 1: Important Information
Last Printed: 4/27/2010 3:42 PM ATTENTION! READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY OR USE For use with Vented Hearth Kits, Natural Gas Burners; F, FH, FX, FXH, or Propane Gas Burners; FA, FAH, FAX, FAXH INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. - Page 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. • Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of high surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or •...
- Page 3 PARTS LIST (Parts not shown to scale) All Flaming Ember Burners will include the parts listed below except where otherwise noted. The quantity and/or size of parts and supplies shown will vary with each style burner and control. REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS Adjustable Wrench, Pipe Wrench and Pipe Sealing compound (required if fittings not already pre-wrapped with Teflon thread tape).
- Page 4 GENERAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. MINIMUM FIREPLACE REQUIRMENTS The Minimum permanent chimney or damper opening is the minimum permanent free opening required by Standards or Codes to ensure safe operation of the appliance and must be at least 39 square inches for 18”-20”...
- Page 5 STEP TWO: POSITIONING BURNER PAN AND GRATE WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. 1. Place Grate inside the firebox, centered from left to right, 0” to 2” of rear wall, as depth permits (Figure 3B). 2.
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Page 6: Pan Medium Installation
STEP THREE: BURNER PAN ASSEMBLY Natural Gas Models; F, FH, FX and FXH (All other Models refer to supplied instructions) NOTE: If fittings do not come pre-wrapped with Teflon threaded tape, pipe compound MUST be applied to all tapered pipe threads (except in #3 of Step 3) to prevent gas leaks. - Page 7 G) Key Sleeve Apply pipe compound If not pre-wrapped I) Valve Stem with Teflon Tape A) Burner Plug Ember Burners D) Orifice Spud B) Burner Pipe (no tape or compound here) C) 3/8” Street Elbow F) Rating Plate / Heat Shield...
- Page 8 ACCESSORY MATCH LIGHTED WITH MANUAL “V-17” VALVE (NATURAL GAS MODELS ONLY) STEP FOUR: GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION (ENSURE THAT GAS SUPPLY TO FIREPLACE IS OFF) NOTE: If fittings do not come pre-wrapped with Teflon threaded tape, pipe compound MUST be applied to all tapered pipe threads (except in #3 of Step 3) to prevent gas leaks.
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Page 9: Propane
WARNING: AN “EASY” SAFETY PILOT MUST BE INSTALLED ON ALL UNITS DESIGNED OR CONVERTED TO BURN PROPANE GAS. THE “EASY” SAFETY PILOT CONTROL SYSTEM IS OPTIONAL FOR NATURAL GAS UNITS. If utilizing the “EASY” Safety Pilot System with your Flaming Ember Burner use the individually supplied instructions in conjunction with this instruction manual. - Page 10 STEP FIVE: PAN MEDIUM (NATURAL GAS MODELS) If using a Natural Gas model, the Pan Medium is White Sand. Volcanic Ash may only be used as dressing for the firebox floor (Figure 14). Volcanic ash is recommended for the pan filler for outdoor installation of the burner. 1.
- Page 11 STEP FIVE: PAN MEDIUM (PROPANE MODELS) If using a Propane burner, the Pan Medium used will be Volcanic Ash (Amount supplied will vary with each style burner). NEVER use White Sand inside a propane burner pan. 1. Completely cover Burner Pipe and Ember Boosters with the provided Black Volcanic ash (Figure 13) Starting from rear of Burner Pan and moving toward leading edge.
- Page 12 WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. FIGURE 16 Natural Gas burner shown with Optional Manual V17 Valve (Figure 16A) and Volcanic Ash (Figure 16B) sprinkled around the outside of the Burner Pan for a decorative effect.
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Page 13: Log Placement
STEP 6: LOG PLACEMENT CAUTION: Crowded logs will cause poor combustion and result in excessive soot formation. Depending on the log style and size, log sets contain from 6 to 10 individual logs and sometimes pine cones. The largest logs will be the Front and Rear Logs. -
Page 14: Lighting And Operation
Applies to Natural Gas Models F, FH, FX, FXH. All other models refer to supplied instructions. BEFORE LIGHTING: Smell around the burner area and next to floor for gas. Propane gas is heavier than air and may settle on the floor. - Page 15 Gas Connector: Relieve any tight bends or kinks in the Flex Connector or switch to a smooth aluminum or copper connector, which can be purchased at hardware or home improvement stores. Do not use Flex Connectors other than those supplied by Rasmussen.
- Page 16 Gas Log with the flue blocked or closed will cause fumes and smoke to remain in the room and cause health hazards. DAMPER MUST BE FULLY OPEN WHEN BURNING A GAS LOG SET. CONSUMER RECORD CARD Please record and retain information for future reference. Register your product at www.rasmussen.biz LOG MODEL: SAFETY CONTROL: ®...
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