Napoleon Fireplaces GSST8P User Manual

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THIS GAS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER  to conform with local 
codes. Installation practices vary from region to region and  it is important to know the specifi cs that apply to your area, 
for example: in Massachusetts State:
• The appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.
• The fl exible connector must not be longer than 36 inches.
• WARNING: This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fi tter when installed within the commonwealth of  
 
 Massachusetts.
In absence of local codes, install to the current CAN/CGA -B149 
Installation Code in Canada or to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI 
Z223.1, and NFPA 54 in the United States. 
The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from 
the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system 
at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa). The appliance must 
be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual 
manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping  
system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS APPLIANCE HAS BEEN TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUALITY!  
* When the appliance is installed at elevations above 4,500ft,  and in the absence of specifi c recommendations from 
the local authority having jurisdiction, the certifi ed high altitude input rating shall be reduced at the rate of 4% for 
each additional 1,000ft. 
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible 
for use with other gases, unless a certifi ed kit is used.
Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cooling down cycles are normal and are to be expected.
Purge all gas lines with the glass door of the appliance removed.  Assure that a continuous gas fl ow is at the burner 
before replacing the door.
Objects placed in front of the appliance must be kept a minimum of 48” from the front face of the unit. 
Use only authorized accessories designed for and listed with the model.
The glass is 3/16” tempered glass, available from your 
authorized dealer.  Clean the glass after the fi rst 10 hours of 
operation with a recommended gas appliance glass cleaner. 
Thereafter clean as required. DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN 
HOT!  Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. 
Buff lightly with a clean dry cloth. If the glass is not kept clean 
permanent discolouration and / or blemishes may result.  
CARE OF GLASS AND PLATED PARTS
RATES AND EFFICIENCIES
NATURAL GAS
PROPANE GAS
Altitude
0 - 4,500*
0 - 4,500*
Maximum Input
6,000
6,000
Minimum Inlet Gas Supply Pressure
4.5” Water Column
11” Water Column
Maximum Inlet Gas Supply Pressure
7” Water Column
13” Water Column
Manifold Pressure Under Flow Conditions
3.5” Water Column
10” Water Column
!
WARNING
HOT GLASS
WILL CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH 
GLASS UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER
ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS.
DO NOT SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS.  USE CARE WHEN 
HANDLING GLASS COMPONENTS.  DO NOT STRIKE, 
OR SLAM SHUT.  DO NOT OPERATE WITH BROKEN 
GLASS.