Napoleon GPF Installation Instruction

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1.2  GENERAL INFORMATION
The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas 
Code ANSI Z223.1/INFPA 54 in the United States or CSA B149.1, Natural and Propane Installation code in 
Canada.
The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during 
any pressure testing of the system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut off 
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 
psig (3.5kPa).
The following clearances to combustible materials must be maintained: 
Bottom   
 
- * 0 inches
Sides (all around)  
- 24 inches (610mm)
Top  
 
 
- 72 inches (1.830m)
Always keep the appliance area clear and free from com-
bustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapours 
and liquids.  
Do not locate appliance where it can get excessively wet. 
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. 
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the 
unit and to replace any part of the control system and any 
gas control which has been underwater.
* See "SPECIFICATIONS" section.
This 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 specifics that apply to your area, 
for example: in Massachusetts State:
• 
The appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.
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The flexible connector must not be longer than 36 inches.
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The appliance is not approved for installation in a bedroom or bathroom unless the unit is a direct vent 
sealed combustion product.
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Un-vented room heater shall be installed in accordance with 527 CMR 30.00 and 248 CMR 3.00 
through 7.00.
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Sellers of un-vented propane or natural gas-fired space/room heaters shall provide to each purchaser 
a copy of 527 CMR 30.00 upon the sale of the unit from http://www.napoleonfireplaces.com/Webshare/
installation_manuals/mass_requirements.pdf
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A carbon monoxide detector is required in all rooms containing gas fired appliances.