Desa VSGF36PRB 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". 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	measurements are
Screen		from top of fireplace
	Firebox Hood
		hood opening to
	Must Be Used
		bottom of mantel shelf.
	at All Times	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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