Empire Comfort Systems 21)L(N, VFP36FP, VFP32FP Fireplace Framing And Installation, Figure Figure

FIREPLACE FRAMING AND INSTALLATION

Fireplace framing can be built before or after the fireplace is set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall covering and fireplace facing material. The fireplace framing should be constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier.

1.Place fireplace in framing opening.

2.Using the four (4) nailing flanges provided with the fireplace, attach two (2) flanges on each side. Attach flanges through prepunched holes. Additional hole locations will be used for different finishing material with thicknesses of 1/2”, 5/8” and 3/4”. Attach these flanges with screws provided, two (2) per nailing flange.

3.Nailing flanges should fit directly against framing material. Use at least one (1) nail per tab to secure in place.

NAIL OR OTHER SUITABLE FASTENER

Figure 10

	VFP32FP	VFP36FP
"A"	36 1/4"	38 1/4"
"B"	34 1/2"	39 1/2"
"C"	17 7/8"	17 7/8"

Attention: Add 3 3/4" to "A" Dimensions when using flush mantel base.

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