3 Framing and Clearances
Note:
•Illustrations reflect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY.
•Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale.
•Actual installation may vary due to individual design preference.
A. Select Appliance Location
When selecting a location for your appliance it is important to consider the required clearances to walls (See Figure 3.1).
WARNING
Fire Risk
Provide adequate clearance:
•Around air openings.
•For service access.
Locate appliance away from traffic areas.
Note: For actual appliance dimensions refer to Section 16.
1/2 in. (13 mm) min. | B |
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| Drywall | A |
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C
48 in.
(1219 mm)
max.
In addition to these framing dimensions, also reference the following sections:
•Clearances and Mantel Projections (Sections 3.C. and 3.D.)
•Vent Clearances and Framing (Section 6)
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C
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| RBV4236 |
| in. | 42 | 48 | 22 |
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| mm | 1067 | 1219 | 559 |
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| in. | 48 | 22 |
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| mm | 1219 | 1327 | 559 |
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Figure 3.1 | Appliance Locations |
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8 | Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • |