Desa CDCFNRA of the following raise the mantel to an accept- able height, remove the mantel

INSTALLATION

Continued

Mantel Clearances for Built-In

Installation

If placing mantel above built-in fireplace, you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening (see Figure 10).

NOTICE: Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels be- come hot during operation. Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch. If installed properly, these tem- peratures meet the requirement of the national product standard. Follow all minimum clearances shown in this manual.

NOTICE: If your installation does not meet the minimum clear- ances shown, you must do one

of the following:

•raise the mantel to an accept- able height

•remove the mantel

OPTIONAL MANTEL INSTALLATION

Note: Refer to instructions provided with the mantel for assembly instructions. Refer to the following instructions for system installation. Refer to instructions on page 6 for hood assembly. Blower accessory should be installed if it is being used (see Installing Optional Blower Accessory GA3450TA, page 13).

1.	Unscrew four screws that attach top louver to
	fireplace. Remove louver from fireplace and
	set aside (see Figure 11).
2.	Place base assembly next to wall at installation
	location.
3.	Place fireplace on wood base (see Figure 12,
	page 13).
4.	Place mantel around fireplace on base (see
	Figure 12, page 13).
5.	Assemble perimeter trim kit. See Assembling
	Perimeter Trim, page 13.
6.	Firmly snap perimeter trim kit on shoulder
	screws. Shoulder screws are located on fire-
	place cabinet (see Figure 12, page 13).
7.	Align perimeter trim kit for flush fit around
	opening.
8.	Center mantel left to right on base making sure
	mantel is flush against wall.
9.	Use two 3" wood screws provided and attach
	base of fireplace to wooden mantel base (see

Note:	10"
	8"
All vertical

measurements 6" are from top of

fireplace 2 1/2" opening to

bottom of mantel shelf. All measurements are in inches.

15" 18"

Mantel Shelf

21" 23"

Figure 12, page 13).

10. Remove perimeter trim kit and mantel. Be

careful not to damage wall or mantel.

11. Cut an access hole in base to run flexible gas

line to fireplace (see Figure 12, page 13). Make

sure to locate access hole so mantel will cover

it when installed. Note: You can secure base

to floor using wood screws. Countersink screw

heads and putty over.

Side of Firebox

Figure 10 - Minimum Mantel Clearances

for Built-In Installation

Top

Louver

Bottom Louver

Figure 11 - Removing Top Louver and Opening Bottom Louver

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