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Figure 4 - Minimum Mantel Clearances Without Using Hood
Determining Minimum Mantel Clearance When Using a
Hood
If minimum clearances in Figure 4, are not met, you must have a hood. When using a hood there are still certain minimum mantel clearances required. Follow minimum clearances shown in Figure 5, when using hood.
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Figure 5 - Minimum Mantel Clearances When Using Hood
NOTICE: Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels become hot during opera- tion. Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch. If installed properly, thesetemperaturesmeettherequirementofthe national product standard. Follow all minimum
clearances shown in this manual.
Notice: If your installation does not meet the minimum clearances shown, you must do one of the following:
•operate the logs only with the flue damper open
•raise the mantel to an acceptable height
•remove the mantel
Floor Clearances
A.If installing appliance on the floor level, you must maintain the minimum distance of 14" to combustibles (see Figure 6).
B.If combustible materials are less than 14" to the fireplace, you must install appliance at least 5" above the combustible flooring (see Figure 7).
Combustible
14" Material
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Noncombustible Material
Figure 6 - Minimum Fireplace Clearances If Installed at
Floor Level
Hearth
Combustible Material
5"
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Figure 7 - Minimum Fireplace Clearances Above
Combustible Flooring
INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP ACCESSORY FOR VENTED OPERATION
Note: When used as a vented indoor appliance, appliance must be installed only in a
For Massachusetts Residents Only: Installation of this gas log set as a vented indoor appliance in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires the damper be permanently removed or welded in the fully open position.
You must install the damper clamp accessory (to order, see Accessories, page 21). This will insure vented operation (see Figure 8). The damper clamp will keep damper open. Installation instructions are included with clamp accessory.
See chart below for minimum permanent flue opening you must provide. Attach damper clamp so the minimum permanent flue opening will be maintained at all times.
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