Installation

Framing and Finishing

1.Choose unit location.

2.Frame in fireplace with a header across the top. It is important to allow for finished face when setting the depth of the frame.

3.Attach fireplace to frame using adjustable nailing flange. Preset depthtosuitfacingmaterial(adjustableto3/8",1/2"or3/4"depths). Note: Fireplace must mount flush to facing material. If facing material requires more depth than 3/4" mark and drill two

(2)1/8" holes into fireplace side at appropriate depth. See

Figure 10.

4.Use (8) 1/2" hex-head screws supplied in hardware package, to screw through slotted holes in drywall strip and then screw into pre-drilled holes on fireplace side. Measure from face of fireplace to face of drywall strip to determine final depth.

Vent Pipe Clearance

Note: Maintain one inch (1") of clearance around vertical vent pipe. See Figure 9A. For horizontal vent, maintain a minimum 1" clearance to the bottom and sides of the vent, and 3" clearance to combustibles above the vent pipe. See Figure 9B.

USE OUTER

(4)FLANGES FOR 1/2”

DRYWALL

Figure 8A

2” X 4” BOTTOM	2” X 4” STUD	TOP STANDOFF
2” X 4” BOTTOM
PLATE

FINISHED WALL	FINISHED SURFACE
	FINISHED SURFACE
	(TILE, ETC.)

Figure 8B

VENT PIPE

1" MINIMUM CLEARANCE AROUND VENT PIPE

Figure 9A

Figure 9B

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