E. Combustible Mantel

•See Figure 11.4.

•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.

F. Sidewalls/Surrounds

•Adjacent combustible sidewalls must be located a minimum of 12 in. (305 mm) from the fireplace opening.

•Combustible or non-combustible mantel legs, surrounds and stub walls may be constructed per Figure 11.5.

12 in.

(305 mm) max.

12 in.

(305 mm) Gas

min.Knockout

Figure 11.4 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace

Gridlines at 1 in. scale

11 3/8 in.

[289 mm]

FLUSH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BRICK

 

4 in.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[102 mm]

FRONT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRONT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

42 in.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

angle

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9 3/4 in.

50°

[1067 mm]

39°

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

angle

 

 

[248 mm]

 

 

 

 

 

 

fireplace opening

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

47 in.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[1194 mm]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

width of fireplace

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12 in.

 

 

12 in.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[305 mm]

 

 

 

[305 mm]

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 11.5 Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (acceptable on both sides of opening)

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HST-48D specifications

Hearth and Home Technologies (HHT) is renowned for its commitment to innovation and quality in the hearth industry, and the HST-48D model exemplifies this dedication. The HST-48D is a versatile and efficient gas fireplace designed to enhance both residential and commercial spaces. With its modern aesthetic and impressive performance, it has become a popular choice among homeowners and builders alike.

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