INSTALLATION
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Optional brass trim accessories are available (see Accessories, page 14). The brass trim
will extend past sides of firebox approximately 1/2". This will cover the rough edges of the wall opening. If installing a mantel above the firebox, you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 5. Follow the instructions below to install the firebox in this manner.
1.Frame in rough opening. The firebox framing should be constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier. Use dimensions in the table and rough opening layout in Figure
6a. Adjust framing so that firebox flushes with finished wall surface. If installing in a corner, use dimensions in Figures 6b for rough opening.
2.Install gas piping to firebox location. See
Installing Gas Line, page 10 and Con- necting to Gas Supply in log set owner’s manual.
3.Carefully set firebox in front of rough open- ing with back of firebox inside wall open- ing. IMPORTANT: If installing a perimeter trim kit, see instructions included with trim accessory. You must install shoulder screws from trim kit now.
4.Carefully insert firebox into rough opening.
5.Attach firebox to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange (see Figure 7, page 10).
6.If using an optional perimeter trim kit, install the trim after final finishing and/or painting of wall. See instructions included with trim accessory for attaching trim.
7.Install and properly test gas log heater.
Follow installation instructions included with the
IMPORTANT: When finishing your firebox, combustible materials such as wall board, gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood,
etc. may be butted up next to the sides and top
of the firebox. Combustible materials should never overlap the firebox front facing.
Rough Opening Dimensions for
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3/4" Clearance Not
Required at Nailing Flanges
667/8"
727/8"
Figure 6 - Rough Opening for Installing
Figure 5 - Minimum Mantel Clearances
for
in Wall
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