CLEARANCES AND HEIGHT REQUIRMENTS
10" or less
Heat |
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Resistant |
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Material |
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12" min. 28" | ||
Heater in |
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Fireplace or | Example: | |
Firebox | ||
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The bottom of the mantel may project from the wall a maximum of 10" at a minimum of 28" above the
Figure 9 - Minimum Mantel Clearance with No Hood — HVFL24
7" |
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6" |
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21/2" | 141/2" |
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4" | 8" |
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Figure 10 is an example of an unsafe mantel installation. This mantel projects 4" at 8" above the opening, exceeding the maximum acceptable distance of 21/2" The mantel also projects 7" at 141/2" above the opening, exceeding the maximum acceptable distance of 6".
If your mantel profile is unsafe, you may either:
•Raise the mantel to an acceptable height
OR
•Remove the mantel
Figure 10 - Minimum Mantel Clearance with No Hood - HVFL24
(Example of Unsafe Installation)
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