PLANNING INSTALLATION
In planning the installation for the fireplace, it is necessary to determine where the unit is to be installed and whether optional accessories are desired. Gas supply piping should also be planned at this time. A gas shutoff must be installed in this line.
The fireplace can be mounted on any of these surfaces:
1.A flat hard combustible or
2.A raised platform of combustible or
3.Four (4) corners of the fireplace so contact is made on all four perimeter edges on the bottom of the unit.
(Example: Four (4) concrete masonry blocks.)
If the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring, it should be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the unit.
At this point, you should have decided what components to include in your installation, and where the fireplace is to be located. If this has not been done, stop and consult your dealer for assistance with this planning.
Accessory kits such as the FBB5 Blower kit, Trim kits, Mantles, plus other Decorative Frame, Hood, and Door accessory kits may be installed after the fireplace is secured to the framing.
Refer to the instructions provided with each of the optional accessory kits for proper installation and operation.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Fireplace Framing
Framing can be built before or after the fireplace is set in place. Framing should be constructed to accommodate wall covering and fireplace facing material. The fireplace framing should be constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier. The framing headers may rest on the top of the fireplace standoffs. Refer to Figures 5 and 9 for framing dimensions.
Note: On Peninsula models, a maximum weight of 250 lbs. is recommended when construction materials are supported by the top standoff spacers.
A
C
B
Premium Vent-Free Fireplace Framing Dimensions (in
inches)
| "A" | "B" | "C"* |
Model | Framing | Framing | Framing |
| Height | Width | Depth |
VFP36SP | 38" | 40" | 23"* |
VFP36PP | 38" | 39"** | 23"* |
Attention: Add height of base to "A" Dimension when elevat- ing fireplace if installing on an elevated base.
Framing dimension A incudes a three inch clearance for standoffs on top of fireplace.
*Dimension "C" assumes use of 1/2" wall board flush to both front faces.
**Peninsula model framing width assumes use of 1/2" wall board flush to the end face.
Figure 9
Framing - Peninsula
A
C
B 
Framing - See-Through
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