![](/images/new-backgrounds/1053655/5365579x1.webp)
11 Finishing
A. Mantel Projections
Figure 11.1 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding maximum horizontal dimensions of appliance mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the appliance.
1”
2 ”
Figure 11.1 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Appliance
Note: Clearance from opening to perpendicular wall.
Figure 11.2 Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (Acceptable on both sides of opening.)
B. Facing Material
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Do NOT obstruct air inlet or outlet grilles.
Do NOT modify grilles.
•Modifying or covering grilles could cause temperature rise and fire hazard.
Finishing materials must not interfere with:
•Air flow through grilles or louvers.
•Operation of louvers or doors.
•Access for service.
FINISH WALL MATERIAL MAY BE |
|
COMBUSTIBLE - TOP AND SIDES |
|
| 0 IN. |
| |
0 IN. | 0 IN. |
HIGH TEMPERATURE (3000F / 1490 C MIN.) |
|
TOP & SIDE SEAL JOINT |
|
Figure 11.3 Noncombustible Facing |
|
WARNING
Risk of Fire
•
•Sheetrock, wood or other combustibles must NOT be used as sheathing or facing in the
•See Section 11 for proper clearances.
•See Section 1 for combustible/non-combustible definitions.
NOTE: There are 3 metal tabs holding the
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Finish all edges and fronts to clearances and specifications listed in manual.
•Black metal appliance front may be covered with noncombustible material only.
•Do NOT overlap combustible materials onto appliance front.
•Install combustible materials only up to specified clearances on top, front and side.
•Seal joints between the finished wall and appliance top and sides using only a 300º F minimum sealant.
40 | Hearth & Home Technologies • |