INSTALLATION
4) Note: The unit does not have to be completely enclosed in a chase. The clearance on top of the unitis0"tothestandoffs so combustible building materials can be laid directly on top of the standoffs. You must maintain clearancefrom the vent to combustible materials for both rigid and flex, see the "Clearances" section.
Note: 48" (11219mm) is the minimum height for both flex termination or Rigid Pipe venting.
The HeatWave Duct Kit has different clearance and framing requirements, check the HeatWave manual for details.
Facing Over 1" (25mm) Thick
If the facing material is over 1" (25mm) thick (example: brick or river rock), install the facing around the perimeter of the face. You may wish to make a face template as shown on the diagram.
FPI offers a cover plate template. See next page.
NOTE: If using a brick hearth, the fi replace will need to be raised to accommodate the brick thickness. Example: If the brick is 2" thick, the unit must be raised 1".
FACING REQUIREMENT | HEARTH REQUIREMENTS |
This fi replace requires a
The fl anges on the front face of the fi replace are for a facing thickness of 1" (25mm).
Floor Mounted Fireplaces
Raised Fireplaces
Please note that all vertical measurements are taken from the base of the unit excluding risers or bottom
Fireplace
Stand
No hearth is required when the unit is raised 3" (76mm) off of the floor surface
You must take into account the depth of the floor covering (carpet, tile, linoleum, etc.) when determining the height of the fi replace stand.
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