13 Finishing
A. Mantel and Wall Projections
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum clear- ances as specified. Framing closer than the minimums list- ed must be constructed entirely of noncombustible materi- als (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.) Failure to comply could cause fire.
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Note: Clearance from opening Alcove/Mantel leg.
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TOP OF HOOD OR FIREPLACE OPENING
Note: All measurements are in inches.
Figure 13.1 Minimum Vertical and Maximum Horizontal
Figure 13.3 Combustible Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (Acceptable on both sides of opening)
Dimensions of Combustibles
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BOARD SHIPPED
WITH APPLIANCE
TOP VIEW
MINIMUM
Note: Clearance from opening Alcove/Mantel leg.
3 IN.
MINIMUM
UNLIMITED
1/2 in.
Figure 13.4 Non-Combustible Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (Acceptable on both sides of opening)
Figure 13.2 Minimum Vertical and Maximum Horizontal
Dimensions of Non-Combustibles
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