13 Finishing
A. Mantel and Wall Projections
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum clear- ances as specified. Framing closer than the minimums list- ed must be constructed entirely of noncombustible materials (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.)
Combustible Mantels
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TOP FRONT EDGE
OF FIREPLACE
Note: All measurements in millimeters.
Note: Measurement is taken from top of the opening, NOT the top of the fireplace.
Figure 13.1 Minimum Vertical and Maximum Horizontal
Dimensions of Combustibles
Combustible Mantel Legs or Wall Projections
*Add 1/2 in. (13 mm for rear vent)
B. Facing Material
•Metal front faces may be covered with
•Facing and/or finishing materials must not interfere with air flow through louvers, operation of louvers or doors, or access for service.
•Facing and/or finishing materials must never overhang into the glass opening.
•Observe all clearances when applying combustible materials.
•Seal joints between the finished wall and appliance top and sides using a 300 ºF (149 ºC) minimum sealant.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT apply combustible materials beyond the minimum clearances. Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified in this manual. Overlapping materials could ignite and will interfere with proper operation of doors and louvers.
B
A
TOP VIEW
(876 mm)
MINIMUM
1/2 in.* 
(13 mm)
MINIMUM
3 ft. (914 mm) MAXIMUM
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Inches | 29 | 33 | |
Millimeters | 741 | 837 |
Figure 13.3 Noncombustible Facing Diagram
Figure 13.2 Combustible Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (Acceptable on both sides of opening)
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