INSTALLATION
Continued
WARNING: Never modify or cover the louvered slots on the front of the firebox.
WARNING: Use only non- combustible mortar or adhe- sives when overlapping the front facing with noncombustible fac-
4.Assemble trim kit. See Assembling Perimeter Trim, page 13.
5.Firmly snap trim kit on shoulder screws. Shoulder screws are located on fireplace cabi- net (see Figure 12).
6.Align trim kit for flush fit around opening.
7.Use two 3" wood screws provided and attach fireplace base to wooden base (see Figure 12).
8.Remove trim kit and mantel. Be careful not to damage wall or mantel.
9.Place wood base next to wall at installation location.
ing material.
Mantel Clearances for Built-In
Installation
If placing mantel above
NOTICE: Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels become hot during operation. Walls and mantels above the fire- box may become hot to the touch. If installed properly, these tem- peratures meet the requirement
Note: | 10" | |
8" | ||
All vertical | ||
measurements | 6" | |
are from top of | ||
2 1/2" | ||
fireplace |
opening to bottom of mantel shelf. All measurements are in inches.
13" | 16" |
Mantel Shelf
19" |
| 21" |
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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 in Figure 11, 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 man- tel for assembly instructions. Refer to instructions below for system installation. Refer to instructions on page 5 for firebox assembly. Blower accessory should be installed if it is being used (see Acces- sories, page 30).
1.Unscrew four brass screws that attach top lou- ver to fireplace. Remove louver from fireplace and set aside.
2.Place fireplace on wood base.
3.Place mantel around fireplace/base assembly.
Side of
Firebox
Figure 11 - Minimum Mantel Clearances
for Built-In Installation
Hole for 3" wood | Shoulder | |
screw for attaching | ||
Screw | ||
fireplace to mantel | ||
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Hole for 3" wood |
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screw for attaching | Assembled |
fireplace to wooden base | Trim |
Figure 12 - Attaching Trim to Fireplace
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