11 Finishing
A. Mantel Projections
This appliance is approved to be installed with a clearance to the ceiling and/or other projections of
SLIP
SECTION
FRAMING
MEMBER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
FIRESTOP | GLASS | |
TUBE | ||
|
TO CEILING
AND/OR MANTEL
TOP | |
OF UNIT | (+0 to |
Figure 11.1 Clearances to mantels or other combustibles above appliance
B. Facing Material
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Do NOT obstruct air inlet or outlet grilles. Do NOT modify grilles.
• Modifying or covering grilles could cause temperature rise and fire hazard.
Finishing materials must not interfere with:
•Air flow through grilles or louvers.
•Operation of louvers or doors.
•Access for service.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Finish all edges and fronts to clearances and specifications listed in manual.
•Install combustible materials only up to specified clearances on top, front and side.
•Seal joints between the finished wall and appliance top and sides using only a 300º F minimum sealant.
COMBUSTIBLE
ON SIDES
0 IN. SEALANT MATERIAL 0 IN.
Figure 11.2 Facing Diagram
Sheetrock or other finishing materials can be brought to within 0 inches on the sides and bottom.
Finishing materials for the top of the fireplace base must be noncombustible and removable for access to controls. All clearances must be maintained (see Figure 11.3).
Ø |
OPENING |
MATERIAL MUST BE |
AND REMOVABLE |
TOP MUST |
MAINTAIN 1/2 in. |
CLEARANCE |
1/2 in. |
Figure 11.3 |
30 | Heat & Glo • |