Heatiator BIR42 owner manual Raised Hearth Extension Framing, Non-combustible, Framing Material

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Raised Hearth Extension Framing

The hearth framing must be constructed of non-combus- tible materials (Figure 12.2) and placed on 1/2 in. Durock and 1 in. Micore (or equivalent material) (Figure 12.4).

When creating the platform, allow for the thickness of the non-combustiblefinishing 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 Hearth Extension Construction

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

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Contents Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns Fire RiskListing Label Information/Location GrateNumber Table of Contents  Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies IncWarranty Conditions This warranty is void ifNon-combustible Materials Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certification Combustible MaterialsOperating Instructions Your FireplaceGrate Seasoned WoodStarting a Fire FirescreenOptional Components Glass DoorsVented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters Clear SpaceWood Fuel Disposal of Ashes Maintenance and ServiceChimney Inspection/Cleaning Creosote Formation and Need for RemovalInspect Grate Glass CleaningCheck Firebox Molded Brick Panel Frequency As desiredTroubleshooting Guide Start Fire Problems Possible Cause SolutionGetting Started Typical Fireplace SystemDesign and Installation Considerations DraftNegative Pressure Locating your Fireplace & Chimney WindwardTools and Supplies Needed Inspect Fireplace and Components Typical Fireplace ComponentsFraming & Clearances Select Fireplace LocationModel # Clearances Air Space ClearancesSidewalls/Surrounds Frame the FireplacePosition the Fireplace Installation of FireplaceThings to Consider Place Protective Metal Hearth StripsYES Install Outside Air Kit Outside Air InstallationChimney Assembly Chimney Requirements Height of Chimney ComponentsUsing Offsets/Returns ExampleAssemble Chimney Sections Assembling Chimney SectionsInstall Ceiling Firestops Installing the Ceiling FirestopInstall Attic Insulation Shield Prepare Attic Insulation ShieldComplete Installation Install FlashingCut Out Hole in Roof Chimney Termination Requirements Flat RoofsChase Installations Construct the ChaseInstall Fireplace & Chimney Install Chase TopInstall Termination Cap ST1175 Square Termination CapTCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap Shrouds Radiation ShieldField Constructed Shrouds Mailbox Style Shroud radiation shield required Roofed Style Shroud Radiation Shield RequiredInstall Side Molded Brick Panel/Traditional Installation of Molded Brick PanelInstall Hearth Molded Brick Panel Install Back Molded Brick Panel/TraditionalInstall Side Molded Brick Panel Herring- bone Install Back Molded Brick Panel Herring- boneInstall Mortar Install ScreensTools Required Finishing Hearth Extension= 1/k x inches of thickness Framing Material Raised Hearth Extension FramingNon-combustible Equivalent insulationNon-combustible Sealant Flush Hearth Extension FramingFinishing Material Use only non-combustible framing material below standoffsCombustible Mantel StandoffsMantel, Adding Extra Support 12 Notch the Metal TrackFlush Front Wood Burning Inserts AccessoriesGas Log/Lighter Provision Gas Code, Ansi Z223.1Fireplace Dimensions Reference MaterialsID6 Insulated Duct Chimney Components Catalog #15-1/4 387 mm 31-3/4 806 mm 34-5/8 879 mm Heatilator Birmingham BIR42 4059-308 Rev J 1/11 Service Parts BIR42Contact Information

BIR42 specifications

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