PGS TC36 AR manual Steel Stud Framing KIT, Dimensions, TC36.BFRKITA, Framing and Finishing

FRAMING AND FINISHING

Note: The fireplace must be in place and venting installed before framing in or building an enclosure around the unit.

The Town & Country Fireplace must be framed in as described below or totally enclosed with non-combustible material, such as facing brick.

Determine the total thickness of facing material to be used. A thickness of 3/4" will allow the fi nishing surface to be fl ush with the front of the unit. If preferred, additional masonry type non-combustible material can be installed above and to the sides up to 6 inches proud of the appliance. The finishing material must not interfere with glass frame access.

A Steel Stud Framing Kit is supplied with the fi replace and must be used unless the fi replace is totally enclosed with non-combustible material. Assemble the framing kit as per it's instructions. Attach the steel frame to the fi replace once

the fi replace is in its fi nal position. Secure the steel frame to the framing brackets on each side of the unit. Ensure that the studs are set back far enough to allow for thickness of fi nishing surface.

The sides, back and top of the fi replace can be framed in up to the steel studs and the fi replace standoffs using con- ventional lumber. Consult local building codes for specifi c requirements.

Due to high temperatures, concrete board is supplied with the fi replace and must be used to sheet in the front of the fi replace, extending 12" above and 4 1/2" to the side of the framing edge bars. See figure #7. Standard sheetrock (drywall) may be used beyond this.

Chase Insulation: When installing this fi replace against a non-insulated exterior wall or chase, it is recommended that the outer walls be insulated to same degree as other exterior walls. Do not place fireplace directly against the insulation. Cover the insulation and plastic vapour barrier with a solid surface, such as drywall (sheetrock). Consult local codes. Do not insulate or use plastic vapour barrier within the framing kit.

	Fig. # 6	STEEL STUD FRAMING KIT
		DIMENSIONS
		(TC36.BFRKITA)
	NONCOMBUSTIBLE
	ZONE. DO NOT INSTALL
	ANY COMBUSTIBLE
	MATERIAL, ELECTRICAL
	WIRING, INSULATION,
	PLASTIC VAPOUR
	BARRIER OR GAS
	PLUMBING WITHIN THE
	STEEL STUD FRAMING
	ALL OTHER FRAMING
	CAN BE DONE WITH
	CONVENTIONAL
	LUMBER
6	36ARB2	050505-36