Wiring gas line.
Diy installing a fireplace insert.
Plug in the power cord from the fireplace insert.
Insert a chimney cap into the furnace flue.
There are several types of fireplace inserts those include gas wood burning and electric inserts.
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How to install a fireplace insert determine placement fireplace installation.
Fireplace inserts must be installed with caution for failing to do so will result in a problem.
Get started building the fireplace.
Fireplace inserts can burn gas wood or pellets and is inserted into a pre existing built fireplace called a masonry.
Step 1 measuring.
Install a weatherproof cap onto the termination fitting.
Below are seven easy steps to install a fireplace insert yourself.
Reach into the fireplace and plug the insert s power cord into the electrical outlet.
Make final gas connection between flexible gas supply line and fireplace insert.
How to install a gas fireplace complete diy instructions for installing a direct vent gas fireplace.
Begin by locating where the fireplace should be installed.
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Your existing fireplace must support the insert because some do not.
An oscillating multi tool with a straight blade works perfectly to cut the drywall.
From the roof trim the vent liner to length with tin snips.
Step 4 mark the opening.
If your unit is top vented and will slip back into the fireplace it is always nice to have a couple inches of room between the insert or freestanding stove and the fireplace opening.
Step 2 put the insert in place.
Run new gas line to fireplace.
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The usual place often overlooked is the chimney.
Slide the fireplace insert partially into the fireplace opening.
Pull down on the vent liner then screw the adapter elbow to the top of the fireplace insert.
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Cut out for fireplace installation.
Enjoy the comfort and ambiance of a crackling fire on a cold winter s night.
Step 5 install panels.
Installing wood burning fireplace inserts.
Step 3 flue liner.
Connect a flexible gas supply line to gas line in the fireplace.