| FINISHED |
WALL | |
| |
| 8” |
42” MIN. |
FLAT
MANTEL
SHELF
3” | 11” MIN. CLEARANCE |
6” FROM
INSIDE EDGEHOOD OF OPENING
TOP VIEW
FINISHED
WALL
5”
MANTEL
TRIM
Fig. 1. Clearances to combustibles.
1. CLEARANCES.
OUTER CASING
MANTEL TRIM
FIREBOX FIRE BOX
16" ON 36 19" ON 42
5”
MATERIAL
Sidewall Clearances: The clearance from the inside of the fireplace to any combustible wall should not be less than 6”.
Fireplace Side and Back Clearances: The fireplace outer casing sides and back have zero clearance to combustibles.
Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height should not be less than 42” from the top of the fireplace opening.
Mantel Clearances: Vent free fireplace models must use the hood supplied with the fireplace. If a combustible mantel is installed, it must meet the clearance requirements detailed above.
Grate Clearance: The minimum clearance between the front legs of the grate and front edge of the fireplace is 2”.
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