Combustible Mantel | Hearth and Home Technologies EL42 Series

E. Combustible Mantel

•See Figure 11.9.

•A combustible mantel may be positioned no lower than 12 in. (305 mm) above the top of the ﬁreplace opening.

•A combustible mantel may have a maximum depth of 12 in. (305 mm).

•Combustible trim and materials cannot be placed within 6 in. (152 mm) of the ﬁreplace opening (top or sides).

•Combustible materials projecting more than 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) shall not be placed within 12 in. (305 mm) from the top of the ﬁreplace opening.

•Combustible trim must not cover the metal surfaces of the ﬁreplace.

•Mantel clearance is in accordance with Section 7-3.3.3of ANSI/NFPA211.

Combustible Wall

2 x 4 stud wall Standoffs

7 ft (2134 mm)

minimum

base of fireplace

to ceiling

Combustible

Decorative Facing

12 in./305 mm MAXIMUM

Noncombustible

Decorative Facing

12 in./305 mm MINIMUM

Seal joint with non-combustible sealant

Measured from top of fireplace opening

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Figure 11.9 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace

42	Heatilator • EL36/EL42 • 4044-132 • Rev V • 11/08

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Hearth and Home Technologies EL42 Series Combustible Mantel, Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace

Contents

Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns Wood Burning FireplaceOperation Fire Risk Listing Label Information/Location GrateNumber Table of Contents Installer GuideUser Guide Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies Limited Warranty CONDITIONS, Exclusions & Limitation of Liability Heatilator EL36/EL42 4044-132 Rev V 11/08 Non-Combustible Materials Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certiﬁcation Combustible Materials Operating Instructions Your FireplaceHot glass will cause burns Grate Seasoned WoodStarting a Fire Firescreen Optional Components Glass DoorsVented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters Clear Space Wood Fuel Disposal of Ashes Maintainance and ServiceChimney Inspection/Cleaning Creosote Formation and Need for Removal Inspect Grate Glass CleaningCheck Firebox Refractory Frequency As desired Troubleshooting Guide Start Fire Problems Possible Cause Solution Installer Guide Getting Started Design and Installation Considerations DraftNegative Pressure Locating Fireplace & Chimney Frequently open doors Central heat outlets or returns Tools and Supplies Needed Fireplace System RequirementsInspect Fireplace and Components Mm all configurations Framing & ClearancesSelect Fireplace Location Clearances Clearances to Combustible Materials Fireplace Outside Model # Opening Dimensions Sidewalls/SurroundsFrame the Fireplace Position the Fireplace Installation of FireplaceThings to Consider Place Protective Metal Hearth Strips Ft min. from top of uppermost chimney section to air inlet YES Install Outside Air Kit Outside Air Installation Chimney Assembly Maintain minimum height of chimney above roof Chimney Requirements Height of Chimney Components Using Offsets/Returns Example Install Chimney Air Kit Assemble Chimney Sections Install Ceiling Firestops Installing the Ceiling Firestop Install Attic Insulation Shield Prepare Attic Insulation Shield Following steps should be skipped if using a chase Complete InstallationInstall Flashing Cut out Hole in Roof Chimney Termination Requirements Flat Roofs Gas line holes and other openings should be caulked with Chase InstallationsConstruct the Chase Chase should be constructed in the manner of all Install Fireplace & Chimney Install Chase TopInstall as per Sections 7 Install Termination Cap ST375 Square Termination Cap TS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap TCT375 Terra Cotta Cap Field Constructed Shrouds ShroudsRadiation Shield Open Top Shroud TR342 caps require radiation shield Mailbox Style Shroud radiation shield required Roofed Style Shroud radiation shield required = 1/k x inches of thickness FinishingHearth Extension Refer to .2 for hearth extension insulation alternatives Raised Hearth Extension Framing Minimum between Non-combustible Sealant Noncombustible Finishing Materials Finishing Material In. Micore or equivilent insulation Combustible Mantel Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace Outside Di- mensions Model Wood Burning Inserts AccessoriesGas Log/Lighter Provision Gas Code, Ansi Z223.1 Fireplace Dimensions Reference Materials ID4 Insulated Duct Mm i.d 1067 mm UD4 Uninsulated Duct 1321 mm 406 mm1676 mm 508 mm 13 mm Air Kit Parts Chimney Components Catalog # 305 mm 27-3/8 24-5/8 695 mm 625 mm Effective Outside Height Diameter 10-1/2 121 mm 267 mm10-1/2 267 mm 305 mm 24-5/8 625 mm 787 mm 10-7/8 276 mm Service Parts Heatilator EL36/EL42Rev V 11/08 EL42 Contact Information