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Hearth & Home Technologies • BV4236DBI, BV4842DBI • 2209-900 Rev. N • 9/12
Figure9.4ProperPositioning,LevelingAndSecuringOfAn
Appliance
NAILING TABS
(BOTH SIDES)
D. SecuringandLevelingtheAppliance
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Prevent contact with:
• Sagging or loose insulation
• Insulation backing or plastic
• Framing and other combustible materials
Block openings into the chase to prevent entry of blown-
in insulation. Make sure insulation and other materials
are secured.
DO NOT notch the framing around the appliance
standoffs.
Failure to maintain air space clearance may cause
overheating and re.
The diagram shows how to properly position and secure
the appliance (see Figure 9.4). Nailing tabs are provided
to secure the appliance to the framing members.
• Bend out nailing tabs on each side.
• Place the appliance into position.
• Keep nailing tabs ush with the framing.
• Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.
• “Square” the unit by securing diagonal dimensions to
within 1/4 inch of each other. See Figure 9.5.
• Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use
wood shims underneath the appliance.
• Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or
screws through the nailing tabs.
• Secure the appliance to the oor by inserting two screws
through the pilot holes at the bottom of the appliance.
Figure9.5PositioningtheApplianceSquarely

AB

Note:Diagonaldimensions(A)and(B)mustbewithin
1/4inchofeachother.