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Facing Requirements

Attach the included fiber board (or other non-combustible) to the fireplace and framing (see Figure 22 below). This non-combustible facing must extend from the base of the fireplace to the header and to the framing members on both sides.

Attach the included non-combustible fiber

Drywall

WARNING: Do not use adhesive to secure the cement board or facing. The high temperatures of the fireplace may cause adhesives to emit odors. Use mastic or thin set (or other non- combustible, non-odorous adherent) to

board to the fireplace and framing as shown.

Use screws to secure the fiber

Fiber

Board

attach the facing to the cement board.

board to the fireplace.

Fiber Board (or other non-combustible) is required from the glass frame edge to the side framing (13”).

Flanges are provided on the fireplace for the screws to attach to.

Figure 22

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