MAJESTIC OUTDOOR GAS
FIREPLACE
Model: ODGSR36ANAU &
ODGSR36APAU
Installation and Operating Instructions
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CONTENTS
Part 1: For Your Safety
Part 2: Installation Instructions
• General Information
• Fireplace Dimensions
• Clearance to Combustibles
• Mantels
• Mantel Chart
• Hearth
• Framing and Finishing
• Final Finishing
• Gas Specifications
• Gas Inlet and Burner Pressures
• High Elevations
• Valve Access
• Gas Fitting Line Installation
Part 3: Operating Instructions
• Log Installation
• Lava Rock
• First Firing
• Flame Adjustment
• Flame Characteristics
• Lighting and Operating Instructions
• Troubleshooting
Part 4 Maintenance
Part 5 Replacement Parts
Part 6 Warranty
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Part 1: For Your Safety
For your safety do not operate this appliance before reading this instruction
book.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. For assistance or
additional information consult with Raypak Australia, your Raypak
distributor, qualified installer or accredited Rheem Australia Service agency.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS?
DO NOT try to light any gas appliance.
DO NOT touch any electrical switch.
Turn off gas supply at meter.
Immediately call Rheem Service or your gas supplier or licensed gas fitter.
Note: Some gases are heavier than air and it maybe necessary to check for gas leaks
at floor level.
CAUTION!
DO NOT operate this appliance before reading this instruction booklet.
DO NOT place articles or objects on or against the appliance.
DO NOT store chemicals or flammable materials near this appliance.
DO NOT spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance whilst it is in operation.
PRIMARILY A DECORATIVE APPLIANCE – NOT CERTIFIED AS A SPACE HEATER.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY FROM BURNS AND FOR THE PROTECTION
OF YOUNG CHILDREN OR THE INFIRM, A SECONDARY GUARD IS RECOMMENDED.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF YOUR GAS APPLIANCE
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
a) This appliance gives off high temperatures and should be located out of high traffic
areas and away from outdoor furniture and blinds or curtains.
b) Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures of
this appliance and should stay away to avoid burns or ignition of clothing.
c) Children should be carefully supervised when they are in the vicinity of the
appliance.
d) Under no circumstances should this appliance be modified. Parts removed for
servicing should be replaced prior to operating this appliance again.
e) Installation and any repairs to this appliance must be carried out by a suitably
qualified and licensed service person. A professional service person should be
contacted to inspect this appliance annually. Make it a practice to have you gas
appliances serviced annually.
f) Control compartments, burners and air passages in this appliance should be kept
clear of dust and lint. Make sure that the gas valve and pilot light are turned off
before you attempt to clean this unit.
g) Keep the area around your appliance clear of combustible materials, gasoline and
other flammable vapour and liquids. This appliance should not be used as a drying
rack for clothing etc.
h) Under no circumstances should any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, cardboard etc. be
used in this appliance.
i) This heater must be installed on a metal or wood base extending the full width and
depth of the heater. This insert cannot be installed directly onto or into combustible
materials.
j) Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a
qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the
gas control system that has been under water.
Part 2: Installation Instructions
General
The gas log fires must be installed by a licensed gas fitter in accordance with
requirements set out in AS5601 and any applicable building code regulations.
The ODGSR Series are radiant gas log fires and are designed for outdoor installation
only and must be located so it is protected from rain.
Do not burn wood or other materials in this appliance. These units are available for use
on either Propane or Natural gases. Refer to the appliance data plate for correct gas
type, gas consumption, gas pressure and injector size details.
Contact Raypak Australia if any parts are damaged or dislodged during shipment.
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Ventilation Requirements
Adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. The flow of combustion and
ventilation air MUST NOT be obstructed.
NOTE: THIS APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE INSTALLED OR USED INDOORS.
This appliance shall only be used in an above ground, open-air situation with natural
ventilation, without stagnant areas, where gas leakage and products of combustion are
rapidly dispersed by wind and natural convection.
Any enclosure in which the appliance is used shall comply with one of the following:
• An enclosure with walls on all sides but at least one permanent opening at
ground level and no overhead cover (and protected from rain).
• Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and no more than two
walls.
• Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and more than two
walls with at least 25% of the total wall area completely open AND at least 30%
of the remaining wall area open and unrestricted.
• In the case of balconies, at least 20% of the total wall area shall be and remain
open and unrestricted.
Diagrams on the following page illustrate examples of “outdoor areas”.
Provide adequate clearances around the air opening into the combustion chamber and
adequate accessibility clearance for servicing and proper operation. NEVER obstruct the
front opening of the appliance.
This appliance is not designed to be water tight. Therefore, when installing
this unit against an exterior wall, the wall must be finished before setting the
appliance in place, and the appliance must be located in an area protected
from rain.
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See examples below of Outdoor Areas:
Figure 1: Overall and framing dimensions.
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