Desa VSGF36NRA BUILT-IN Firebox Installation, Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation

INSTALLATION

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Mantel Clearances for Built-In

Installation

If placing custom mantel above built-in firebox, you must meet the minimum allowable clearance between mantel shelf and top of firebox opening shown in Figure 7. These are the minimum allowable mantel clearances for a safe installation. Use larger clearances wherever possible to minimize the heat- ing of objects and materials placed on the mantel.

CAUTION: Do not allow the vent-free gas log heater to touch or extend beyond the fireplace screen.

NOTICE: Surface temperatures ofadjacentwallsandmantelsbe- comehotduringoperation.Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch. If installed properly, these tem- peratures meet the requirement of the national product standard. Follow all minimum clearances shown in this manual.

NOTICE: If your installation does notmeettheminimumclearances shown, you must do one of the following:

•raise the mantel to an accept- able height

•remove the mantel

BUILT-IN FIREBOX INSTALLATION

Built-in installation of this firebox involves install- ing firebox into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of firebox flush with wall. Optional brass trim accessories are available (see Accessories, page 31). The brass trim will extend past sides of firebox approximately 1/2 inch. This will cover the rough edges of the wall opening. If installing a mantel above the firebox, you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 6, page 10. Follow the instructions below to install the firebox in this manner.

Wall board or facing				Mantel Shelf
material (above
				Note: Any portion of the
firebox) may be of
				mantel shelf must NOT
combustible material,
				extend beyond this profile.
including decorative			12"
mantel ornaments or			63/4"
other similar projec-
tions off of the facing			11/2"
material.
	Framing
	Material			Noncombustible
				Material May		12"	16"	20"
				Project Off this
	Firebox			Surface above
				the Firebox Hood
					Note: All vertical
		Wire-mesh	Supplied Firebox		measurements are
		Screen			from top of fireplace
			Hood Must Be
					hood opening to
			Used at All Times
					bottom of mantel shelf.
					These minimum
					clearances replace any
					other recommended
					clearances supplied with
					your ANSI Z21.11.2
					approved gas logs.

Figure 7 - Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation

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