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Installation (for qualified installers only) 9 Factory-Built (Metal) Wood-Burning Fireplace Requirements The damper("A") and grate (with log set) ("B") must be removed (see the illustration below) The smoke shelf("C"), internal baffles ("D"), screen ("E"), masonry lining or refractory ("G" &"I"), and metal or glass doors ("F") may be removed (if applicable) The fireplace must be permanently marked to WARNING:This fireplace has been converted indicate that it has been altered and is no longer for use with a fireplace insect and cannot be suitable for burning solid fuel (wood) unless the used for burning wood or solid O removed parts are re-installed. Cutting of any fuels unless all original parts have sheet metal parts Is prohibited. been replaced and the fireplace re-approved by the authority having urisdiction. 0530 The metal floor("J") of the firebox may be removed - H in certain cases*. The insulation ("H"), and any structured rigid frame F C members must not be removed or altered (side and top of door frame, side, and top of the face of the fireplace, metal sides, etc.). D , E O B 63) J G *CAUTION — Removal of the firebox floor of a factory-built solid fuel fireplace in order to accommodate the installation of a gas-fired fireplace insert is not covered under(ANSI Z21.88—CSA 2.22 or ANSI Z21.50—CSA 2.33)standard(s) used to certify the gas-fired fireplace insert or UL 127 and ULC S627 standards used to certify solid fuel factory-built fireplaces. The Intertek safety certification will not apply to this installation method. This installation method must be deemed acceptable by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) prior to the gas- fired fireplace insert being installed. The sheet metal base (or metal wrap) of the fireplace must be left in place and a minimum '/z" cement board sheet placed under the entire length and width of the appliance. If the factory-built fireplace has no gas access hole(s) provided, an access hole of 1-112 inch (37.5 mm) or less may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of the firebox in proper workmanship like manner. This access hole must be plugged with non-combustible insulation after the gas supply line has been installed. Factory Built Fireplace Hearth Requirements • 1/2"of non-combustible material is required underneath the entire footprint of the insert. WARNING: A non-combustible hearth is not required in front of the appliance. However, if the heater is installed next to the floor, we recommend a hearth to protect the flooring surface from discoloration or other negative impacts from the heater. ©Travis Industries 4/26/2023- 1558 430 MF GSR2