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SITE SELECTION AND PREPARATION
26”
This section provides easy step by step instructions for selecting a location and preparing the site to install the Fireplace into:
Existing Fireplace
New Wall Construction
Dimplex Mantel Surround Kit or custom made mantel surround
221/2”
AIRCIRCULATION AREAS
12"
NOTE
•The Fireplace Insert comes completely assembled and wired. Some tools may be required to prepare the site and assemble/install the trim.
•The dimensions of the Fireplace Insert are 26" wide (66cm) X 22 1/2" high (57.2cm) X 12" deep (30.5cm). (FIGURE 1) You may want to leave a clearance around the insert of 1/4" (O.6cm) to ease installation .
•This Fireplace Insert does NOT require venting.
FIGURE1
CAUTION
·Clearance for air circulation beneath the fireplace insert is provided by three rubber feet (FIGURE 1). DO NOT INSTALL THE FIREPLACE INSERT DIRECTLY ON CARPET OR SIMILAR SURFACES WHICH MAY RESTRICT AIR CIRCULATION. If installing the fireplace in a carpeted area, place a
Existing Fireplace:
1.Seal all drafts and vents with
2.Cap the top of the chimney flue to prevent rain from entering
3.Plan your electric power supply: (Refer to Note 1)
4.The power cord can run along the front of the hearth to an outlet near the fireplace. (FIGURE 2)
FIGURE2
CORD
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