Hearth and Home Technologies GFK-160A User Manual

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Hearth and Home Technologies GFK-160A User Manual

GFK-160A Blower System

- Installation and Operating Instructions -

1.0 INTRODUCTION

The GFK-160A Blower has been designed to circulate room air through the fireplace to enhance heat output. The GFK160A blower system operates on 120 VAC, 60 Hz power. This is available through a receptacle in the factory installed junction box. The junction box is located in the controls compartment of the fireplace.

A variable speed control is provided with the blower system to provide quiet forced air flow at the desired speeds. A temperature sensor switch, which automatically turns the blower ON/OFF, is also provided with this kit.

2.0 CHECK CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON

Compare CONTENTS OF CARTON in Figure 1 with the actual parts received. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your dealer before starting installation. Do not install a damaged blower kit.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT 110-120 VAC WIRING TO THE GAS CONTROL VALVE OF THIS FIREPLACE.

4.0INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

4.1INSTALLING ELECTRICAL SERVICE TO THE JUNCTION BOX

WARNING: TURN ELECTRICAL POWER OFF AT THE CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE BEGINNING THIS INSTALLATION.

1.Remove the electrical cover plate from the lower exterior of the fireplace. Remove the knock-out from the plate and attach the Romex clamp (screws to the outside). (See Figure 2). NOTE: Some fireplace models have a round hole through which the service wires are fed and into which the Romex clamp is attached. These models do not have a cover plate.

BLOWER

CONTROL

KNOB

GROUND

 

WING

 

 

NUT

 

CLIP

 

 

 

 

 

 

TEMP.

 

110-120 VAC

CONTROL

SENSOR

 

SWITCH

 

 

NUT

 

 

 

 

SPEED

LOWER

 

 

GRILLE

 

 

CONTROL

COVER

 

 

 

 

 

 

PLATE

FIGURE1

FIGURE2

3.0 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

The GFK-160A Blower Kit is tested and safe when installed in accordance with this installation manual. It is your responsibility to read all instructions before starting installation and to follow these instructions carefully during installation to assure maximum benefit from, and safe operation of, the blower.

This blower is carefully engineered and must be installed only as specified. If you modify it or any of its components, you may cause a fire hazard and will void the WARRANTY. In addition, such action may void the coverage provided by the owner's home insurance.

CAUTION: All wiring should be done by a qualified electrician and shall be in compliance with local codes and with the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-current (in the United States), or with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electric Code (in Canada).

2.Feed the 110-120 VAC electrical service wires through the Romex clamp and secure the wires to the clamp. Reattach the cover plate to the outside of the fireplace.

3.Access the controls compartment of the fireplace to locate the Junction Box.

4.Using the wire nuts, attach the black wire to the black service wire, the white wire to the white service wire, and the service ground wire to the ground stud of the junction box.

5.Attach the junction box to the side of the unit. Insert the rear tab of the box into the rectangular slot in the outer wrap of the firebox. Push the front end of the box tightly against the side of the unit, and secure the box with a sheet metal screw (note the hole in the front end tab).

Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2003

 

Hearth & Home Technologies Inc., 20802 Kensington Blvd., Lakeville, MN 55044

107-981K 5/03

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