Step 9. Finishing

Figure 35 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding maximum horizontal dimensions of fireplace mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the fireplace. See Figures 4 and 5 for other fireplace clearances.

Only non-combustible materials may be used to cover the black fireplace front.

WARNING: WHEN FINISHING THE FIREPLACE,

!NEVER OBSTRUCT OR MODIFY THE AIR IN- LET/OUTLET GRILLES IN ANY MANNER.

CEILING

31”

12"

1/2"

TOP EDGE OF FIREPLACE

Figure 35.

Minimum Vertical and Maximum Horizontal Dimensions of Combustibles above Fireplace

CAUTION: IF JOINTS BETWEEN THE FINISHED WALLS AND THE FIREPLACE SURROUND (TOP AND SIDES) ARE SEALED, A 300° F. MINIMUM SEALANT MATE-

RIAL MUST BE USED. THESE JOINTS ARE NOT RE- QUIRED TO BE SEALED. ONLY NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL (USING 300° F. MINIMUM ADHESIVE, IF NEEDED) CAN BE APPLIED AS FACING TO THE FIRE- PLACE SURROUND. SEE THE DIAGRAM BELOW.

NOTE: Sheetrock or other combustible material such as wood can be placed on the top edge of the fire- place. A 1/2-inch gap along the side must be main- tained.

ST-TRC

TOP EDGE

SIDE EDGE

1/2" GAP

PIER-TRC & CORNER-TRC

TOP EDGE

SIDE EDGE

1/2" GAP

Figure 36. Sealant Material

Hearth Extensions

A hearth extension may be desirable for aesthetic reasons. However,ANSI or CAN/CGA testing standards do not require hearth extensions for gas fireplace appliances.

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L-CORNER-TRC, R-CORNER-TRC, ST-TRC, PIER-TRC specifications

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