Hearth and Home Technologies CASTLEWOOD 42 Raised Hearth Extension Framing, Non-combustible

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D. Raised Hearth Extension Framing

The hearth framing must be constructed of non-combustible materials (Figure 12.2) and placed on 1/2 in. Durock and 1 in. Micore (or equivalent material) (Figure 12.4). When cre- ating the platform, allow for the thickness of the non-com- bustible finishing materials (Figure 12.5).

IMPORTANT! Hearth extension design must be determined before installation of fireplace.

Continuous, non-combustible sealant

Durock

Tile, stone or other

Fireplace

 

1 in. Micore or

non-combustible material

 

 

Protective

equivalent insulation

 

(see Table)

 

 

Metal Hearth

 

 

 

Strip

 

*

*

 

Floor constructed of wood or

* 2 in. (51 mm)

other combustible material

Figure 12.2

Non-combustible

1 in. Micore or

Framing Material

 

equivalent insulation

 

& 1/2 in. Durock

Figure 12.4 Raised Platform Hearth Extension-Framing Materials

Note: The bottom of the fireplace opening is 3-3/4 in. (95.3mm) above the bottom of the fireplace. Finished hearth must NOT extend above this level.

20 in. Min.

Hearth Extension

Non-combustible Finishing Material

Bottom of fireplace opening

Platform must be built to raise the bottom of the fireplace opening to the level of the desired hearth height.

Non-combustible

Finishing Materials

Figure 12.5 Raised Platform Hearth Extension-Finishing Materials

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 in. Micore or

Protective Metal

 

 

Hearth Strips

Floor

equivalent insulation

& 1/2 in. Durock

 

 

 

 

 

Non-combustible

 

 

 

Framing Material

 

 

Figure 12.3 Raised Platform Hearth Extension Detail

Hearths should slope away from the front of the fireplace and chase at 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. per foot. Spark strips must be on top of any combustible hearth materials used for moisture management.

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Contents Fire Risk Hot glass will cause burnsNumber Listing Label Information/LocationGrate Table of Contents Do not overfire Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certification Not intended for use as a primary heat sourceGetting Started Cooling Air Inspect Fireplace and ComponentsGrate FirescreenExterior Walls see Figure Freestanding Installations see FigureFraming and Clearances Selecting Fireplace LocationFreestanding Installation Clearances Frame the Fireplace Sidewalls/SurroundsChimney Requirements Place the Protective Metal Hearth Strips Installation of FireplaceSecure the Fireplace Position the Fireplace Level the FireplaceInstall Cooling Air Hoods Height of Chimney Components Chimney AssemblyAssemble the Chimney Sections Using Offsets/Returns ST1175/ST475 Square Termination Cap Install the Termination CapComplete the Enclosure Chase TopTCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap Installing a TCT1175 Square Termination CapInstall Side Molded Brick Panel Installation of Molded Brick PanelMortar Optional Grate Install ScreensAsphyxiation Risk AccessoriesGas Log/Lighter Provisions Gas Code, Ansi Z223.1= 1/k x inches of thickness FinishingHearth Extension Equivalent insulation Raised Hearth Extension FramingNon-combustible Framing MaterialFlush Hearth Extension Framing Non-combustible SealantUse only non-combustible framing material below standoffs Finishing MaterialStandoffs MantelGeneral Information Operating InstructionsFire Risk Smoke Risk Clear Space Near the FireplaceGlass Doors Firewood Wood FuelStarting a Fire Diagnostics and Problem Solving TroubleshootingDisposal of Ashes Chimney Inspection/Cleaning Maintenance and Servicing the FireplaceChimney Fire Maintenance Task ListWhen cleaning glass door CleanReference Materials Fireplace DimensionsOptional Components Catalog # Chimney Components330 mm 51 mm 15-3/4 400 mm Termination capsODCASTLEWD-42 Service Parts ListHerringbone Molded Brick Panel At DepotTraditional Molded Brick Panel Warranty Coverage This warranty is void if Limited WarrantyRO N a CO ISD D

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