Empire Comfort Systems VFD32FB0L-1, VFD32FB2DL-1 Firebox Framing, Planning Your Installation

The firebox can be mounted on any of these surfaces:

1.A flat hard combustible or non-combustible surface.

2.A raised platform of combustible or non-combustible material.

3.Recessed into the floor as illustrated by Figure 4 (flush face), and Figure 5 (louvered models).

4.Supported under all (4) corners of the firebox so that contact is made on all four perimeter edges on the bottom of the unit (Example: Four (4) concrete masonry blocks).

If the firebox is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring, it should be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the unit.

At this point, you should have decided what components to include in your installation, and where the firebox is to be located. If this has not been done, stop and consult your dealer for assistance with this planning.

Accessory kits such as the FBB5 Blower kit, Trim kits, Mantles, Full Cabinet Mantels, plus other Decorative Frame, Hood, and Door accessory kits may be installed after the firebox is secured to the framed opening.

Refer to the instructions provided with each of the optional accessory kits for proper installation and operation.

Firebox Framing

Firebox framing can be built before or after the firebox is set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall covering and firebox facing material. The firebox framing should be constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier. The framing headers may rest on the top of the firebox standoffs. Refer to Figures 6 and 7 for firebox framing dimensions.

Planning Your Installation

Please note that the optional BVA1 Fresh Air kit available for use with the Vent Free Firebox must be installed at the time of the initial installation. Refer to pages 9, 10, and 11 for detailed instructions for the air kit.

LOUVERED

FIREBOX

FLUSH FACE

MODELS

MODELS

NON-COMBUSTIBLE

FINISHING MATERIAL

TO FIREBOX OPENING

COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ALLOWED COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ALLOWED

Figure 5

Figure 4

Deluxe Vent-Free Firebox Framing Dimensions (in inches)

	"A"	"B"	"C"
Model	Framing Height	Framing Width	Framing Depth
VFD32FB	36 1/8"	35"	17"
VFD36FB	38 1/8"	40"	19 3/8"
VFD42FB	38 1/8"	44"	19 3/8"

Attention: Add 3-3/4" to "A" Dimension when using flush mantel base.

Framing dimension A includes a three inch clearance for standoffs on firebox.

Figure 6

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