Safety – FMI PENINSULA FGPN User Manual
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WARNING: Do not use a blow-
er insert, heat exchanger insert
or other accessory not approved
for use with this firebox.
Do not allow fans to blow directly
into the firebox. Avoid any drafts
that alter burner flame patterns.
Ceiling fans can create drafts
that alter burner flame patterns.
Altered burner patterns can
cause sooting.
Firebox front and screen be-
comes very hot when running
firebox. Keep children and adults
away from hot surfaces to avoid
burns or clothing ignition. Fire-
box will remain hot for a time
after shutdown. Allow surfaces
to cool before touching.
Carefully supervise young chil-
dren when they are in the room
with firebox.
You must operate this fireplace
with the provided fireplace
screen, hood and brick liner in
place. Make sure these parts are
in place and screens are closed
before running heater in firebox.
The supplied hoods may not be
replaced with hoods which may
be provided with a log heater.
Keep the appliance area clear
and free from combustible ma-
terials, gasoline and other flam-
mable vapors and liquids.
SAFETy
Continued
1. This firebox shall not be installed in a
bedroom or bathroom.
2. Never install the firebox
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture, clothing or
other flammable objects are less than
42" from front, top or sides of firebox
• in high traffic areas
• in windy or drafty areas
3. Do not use this firebox as a wood-burning
fireplace. Use only decorative unvented
room heaters (log sets).
4. Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as
pine cones, vermiculite or rock wool. Using
these added items can cause sooting.
5. Use only the provided hoods or appropri-
ate polished brass hood accessories. See
Accessories on page 17.
6. Vent-free gas log heaters installed in this
firebox require fresh air ventilation to run
properly. See Air for Combustion and
Ventilation, page 6.
7. Do not run heater in firebox
• where flammable liquids or vapors are
used or stored
• under dusty conditions
8. Do not use this firebox to cook food or
burn paper or other objects.
9. Never place any objects in firebox or on
logs.
10. Turn heater off and let cool before servic-
ing. Only a qualified service person should
service and repair firebox.
11. Operating vent-free logs in a firebox above
elevations of 4,500 feet could cause pilot
outage.
12. Do not use the firebox if it has been un-
der water due to the shock hazard that
could result with the blower accessary (if
installed) in place.
13. Provide adequate clearances around air
openings.