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WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death, or
property damage.
local dealer. Visit our website www.kozyheat.com.
chez votre détaillant local. Visitez
ͷ Do not store or use gasoline or other
ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
ͷ WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
www.kozyheat.com
.
This appliance may be installed in
an aftermarket, permanently located,
manufactured home (USA only) or mobile
home, where not prohibited by local codes.
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 certied kit is used.
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
• Leave the building immediately.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the re department.
ͷ Installation and service must be performed
by a qualied installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Hussong Mfg. Co., Inc. • RVT-29-BWReport No: 0216GN057S • Rev. 2, July 2018
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns
from the hot viewing glass is provided with this
appliance and shall be installed for the protection
CONGRATULATIONS!
Hussong Manufacturing welcomes you as a new owner of a Kozy Heat gas replace. Kozy Heat products are designed with superior components and materials, assembled with
care by trained craftsmen who take pride in their work. To ensure you receive a quality product, the burner and valve assembly are 100 percent test-red, and the complete replace
is thoroughly inspected before packaging. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has remained the same for over 40 years. We offer a complete line of gas and wood
replaces, along with stylish accessories to complement any decor. Adding a replace is one of the best ways to increase the value of your home, and we are proud to offer a network of
dealers throughout the country to help make your experience everything you imagine. We pride ourselves in being dedicated not only to functionality and reliability, but also customer
safety. We offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the maximum benet and enjoyment from your Kozy Heat gas replace.
Jim Hussong
President
Read this manual before installing or operating this appliance.
Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference.
Homeowner Reference Information
Dudley Hussong
Board Chairman
We recommend you record the following information:
Model Name: ____________________________________________
Serial Number: ___________________________________________
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Appliance Certication
Laboratory: OMNI-Test Laboratories in Portland, Oregon
Standards:
ANSI Z21.88-2016/CSA 2.33-2016, Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters
CSA 2.17 - 2017, Gas-Fired Appliances for Use at High Altitudes
This installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of
local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or
the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
1.2 California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including
Carbon Monoxide, that is an externally vented by-product of fuel
combustion, which is [are] known to the State of California to cause
birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit
www.PS5Warnings.ca.gov.
1.3 Requirements for the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The following requirements reference various Massachusetts and
national codes not contained in this manual.
For all sidewall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed
in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for
residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the
Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination
is less than (7) feet above nished grade in the area of the venting,
including but not limited to decks and porches, the following
requirements shall be satised:
1.3.1 Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors
At time of installation of side wall horizontally vented gas fueled
equipment, the installing plumber or gas-tter shall observe that
a hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery
back-up is installed on the oor level where the gas equipment is
to be installed. In addition, the installing plumber or gas-tter shall
observe that a battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide
detector is installed on each additional level of the dwelling, building
or structure served by the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled
equipment. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner
to secure the services of qualied licensed professionals for the
installation of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors.
In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled
equipment is installed in a crawl space or attic, the hard wired carbon
monoxide detector with alarm and battery back-up may be installed
on the next adjacent oor level. In the event that the requirements
of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion of
installation, the owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to
comply with the above requirements; provided, however, that during
said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon monoxide
detector with an alarm shall be installed.
1.3.2 Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with the
above provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034
listed and IAS certied.
1.3.3 Signage
A metal or plastic identication plate shall be permanently mounted
to the exterior of the building at a minimum of eight (8) feet
above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the
horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment. The
sign shall read, in print no less the one-half inch (½) in size, “GAS VENT
DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS”.
1.3.4 Inspection
The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented
gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installation unless, upon
inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and
signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5.08
(2) (a) 1 through 4.
1.3.5 Exemptions
The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5.08 (2) (a) 1
through 4: The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled “Equipment
Not Required To Be Vented” in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as
adopted by the Board; and Product Approved side wall horizontally
vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure separate
from the dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for
residential purposes.
1.3.6 Manufacturer Requirements
1.3.6.1 Gas Equipment Venting System Provided
When the manufacturer of Product Approved side wall horizontally
vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting
system components with the equipment, the instructions provided
by the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the
venting system shall include:
• Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system
design or the venting system components; and
• A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting
system.
1.3.7 Gas Equipment Venting
System NOT Provided
When the manufacturer of Product Approved side wall horizontally
vented gas equipment does not provide the parts for venting the
ue gases, but identies “special venting systems”, the following
requirements shall be satised by the manufacturer:
• The referenced “special venting systems” instructions shall
be included with the appliance or equipment installation
instructions and;
• The “special venting systems” shall be Product Approved by the
Board, and the instructions for that system shall include a parts
list and detailed installation instructions.
A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved
side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment, all venting
instructions, all parts lists for venting instructions, and/or all venting
design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at
the completion of the installation.
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This appliance may be installed at higher altitudes. Please refer to
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, CSA-B149.1 Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Code, local authorities, or codes having
jurisdiction in you area regarding derate guidelines.
2.1.1.1 US Installations
Refer to the American Gas Association guidelines for the gas designed
appliances derating method. For elevations above 2,000 ft (610 m),
input ratings are to be reduced by 4% for each 1,000 ft (305 m) above
sea level.
2.1.1.2 Canadian Installations
When the appliance is installed at elevations above 4,500 ft (1,372 m),
the certied high altitude rating shall be reduced at the rate of 4% for
each additional 1,000 ft (305 m).
8 SPECIFICATIONS
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2.2 Appliance Dimensions
⁄”
1
GAS LINE HOLE
(31mm)
16”
(406mm)
TOP VIEW
20⁄”
(510mm)
FRONT VIEWRIGHT SIDELEFT SIDE
27
⁄”
(703mm)
⁄”
12
(319mm)
3
⁄”
(81mm)
ELECTRICAL
ACCESS
14”
(356mm)
6
¾”
(172mm)
1
⁄”
(28mm)
Figure 2.1, Appliance Dimensions
⁄
19
(505mm)
⁄”
29
(753mm)
⁄”
17
(456mm)
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SPECIFICATIONS 9
2.3 Part Assembly Overview
WARNING: Failure to position these parts in accordance with these
diagrams, or failure to use only specied approved parts with this
appliance, may result in property damage or personal injury.
E
J
C
F
B
G
H
D
K
A
I
Figure 2.2, Proper Positioning of Appliance
A
Fireplace insert
B
Glass frame assembly
C
Ember media tray and log rackILight Kit
D
Control board assemblyJFan Kit
E
Component access coverKCo-linear vent adapter
F
Front burner assembly
10 SPECIFICATIONS
Table 2.1, Field-Assembled Parts
G
Burner air ow plate
H
Back burner assembly
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2.4 Safety Barrier Dimensions
WARNING: A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot
viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed for
the protection of children and other at-risk individuals.
If the barrier becomes damaged, the barrier shall be replaced with
Hussong Mfg.’s barriers for this appliance. Only doors certied with the
appliance shall be used.
IMPORTANT: Consider the height of hearth nish material when
building a replace platform. Proper installation of safety barriers
require the bottom of the replace to be level with nished hearth.
See section 8.3 Safety Barrier Installation on page 20 for installation
and removal of safety barriers.
⁄”
20
(515mm)
20
⁄”
(515mm)
30⁄”
(777mm)
¾”
19
(501mm)
31”
(787mm)
RT29A-MSFRT29A-FPDSF
30
⁄”
(777mm)
20
⁄”
(515mm)
30
⁄”
(777mm)
22
⁄”
(573mm)
RT29-PSFRT29-RSF
20
(527mm)
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31”
(787mm)
¾”
RT29-FSF
SPECIFICATIONS 11
3.0 EXISTING FIREPLACE REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Appliance Placement Considerations
WARNING: Due to high surface temperatures, the replace insert
should be located out of trac and away from furniture and draperies.
• This replace must be installed on a level surface capable of
supporting the replace insert and venting.
• This replace insert may be installed in a bedroom.
• Please be aware of the large amount of heat this replace insert
will produce when determining a location.
3.2 Existing Fireplace Specications
IMPORTANT: Adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and
proper operation must be maintained.
• Any smoke shelves, shields, and baes may be removed if
attached by mechanical fasteners. If necessary, remove rebrick
to obtain at least the minimum opening requirements.
• Cutting of any sheet metal parts of the existing replace is
prohibited.
• A gas line must be able to be installed to the replace insert.
Please refer to Figure 2.1 on page 9. The gas line access hole
is located on the left side of the insert.
• If the metal oor is removed, the insert must be placed directly
on metal base of metal replace using the Kozy Heat Floor
Protector Kit (#RT29-FLP). The provided leveling bolts with the
replace must be installed at the bottom corners of the gas
insert for the required 1/4” (6mm) air space to the oor protector.
• Mechanically attach ‘THIS UNIT HAS BEEN MODIFIED’ label at
bottom of existing rebox so it will be visible if this gas replace
insert is removed.
3.2.1 Chimney Specications
WARNING: Any chimney clean-outs must t properly.
This replace insert is to be installed into a solid fuel masonry or factory
built non-combustible replace that has been installed in accordance
with the national, provincial, state, and local building codes.
The existing chimney must be comprised of one of the following:
• Masonry chimney: 6 in x 8 in (152mm x 203mm) minimum inside
diameter
Existing chimney height:
• Minimum: 10 ft (3.05 m) Maximum:
NATURAL GAS: 50 ft (15.24 m); PROPANE: 40 ft (12.19 m)
3.2.1.1 Determine Length of Existing Chimney
1. Remove and discard existing chimney cap.
2. NOTE: It is helpful to have two people complete this step.
Position one person at the replace opening and another person
at the top of the chimney.
3. Measure from the replace base to the top of the chimney.
4. Subtract the height of the insert from the previous
measurement.
5. This is the total length of the co-linear exible aluminum pipe
required for your installation. If using Kozy Heat #816, cut to
length.