pre-Installation preparation

Continued

Mantel and mantel shelf clearances

As with any radiant heat fireplace, the Grand Meridian fireplaces must comply with building code safety clearances, per units that have openings of 6 sq. ft. or greater. For Mantel clearances see Figure 5, page

7.Walls that Adjoin – Safety codes and all practical outlooks insist that your fireplace cannot be installed closer than 2 ft. to any walls in the room the fireplace is housed in or to any walls of adjoining rooms.

Caution in Regards to Combustibles – If any part of the fireplace or objects in the room (curtains, rugs, paint, cushions, etc.) start to show warping or discoloration due to heat from the fireplace, it is time to take immediate action. Do not use the fireplace until you have figured out how to address the problem. You are facing a potential fire hazard. FMI PROD- UCTS, LLC cannot be responsible for the make-up of material on the exterior of the fireplace you have chosen, nor can FMI PRODUCTS, LLC be held responsible for the materials in a room that may be responding negatively to heat. However, in almost all cases, there is a solution to the problem, either by making adjustments to airflow or the modifications to the room itself.

Hearth Extension

Where the flooring material at the opening of the fireplace is combustible, it is required that the hearth extension be covered with a non-combustible material. All hearth extensions must be made of code- rated, non-combustible materials such as tile, brick, marble, concrete or stone. The extension should be set flush against the front of the fireplace front and measure 20" minimum at the front and 12" minimum beyond the sides of the fireplace opening as shown in Figures 8 and 9 (page 9). These relative dimensions are also covered by code.

If a raised hearth extension is being installed, it must be constructed of non-combustible material and any material under the structure must also be non- combustible.

If using a raised hearth or metal base plate, note that a combustible wood header must be no closer than 2" to the top of the dome (see Figure 6, page 8).

Attention: You will note that there will be a gap between the fireplace front and the extension of the non-combustible hearth material. Be certain that you seal this with non-combustible material.

These Grand Meridian Fireplaces have been designed with clearance to combustible floors as indicated in Page 8. Cover any part of the combustible floor system left exposed with 1” (one inch) thick ceramic fiber insulation rated up to 2,100° F.

Attention: It is critical to abide by the clearances listed in this manual for all components specified as it allows for movement of hot air from the fireplace into interior areas of the chimney chase. Also, be certain that the chimney system be installed as stated below. Prior to starting the installation, check with local, regional or state codes for any restrictions or required permits regarding your fireplace installation.

NOTE: It is required that ember protector strips must be laid on the fiber of the non-combustible raised platform (see Figure 10). These are included with the Metal Base accessory.

WARNING: Hearth extension is to be installed only as shown in Figure 10.

 

Hearth

Seal Gap

Extension

Fireplace Front

 

Ember Protector

 

Seal Gap

 

Fireplace Front

 

Raised Hearth

 

Ember Protector

Hearth

 

Extension

 

Hearth

Fireplace Front

Extension

Elevated

 

Ember Protector

 

Figure 10 - Hearth Extension

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