Heat & Glo LifeStyle 8000 DVTFL manual Hole and New Framing Members, Ceiling Firestop Ceiling Side

Models: 8000 DVTFL 6000 XLT 6000 ARCH 6000 DVTFL SL-42 DVT

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Figure 21. Hole and New Framing Members

Drill a hole or drive a nail through this centerpoint.

Check the floor above for any obstructions, such as wiring or plumbing runs.

Reposition the fireplace and vent system, if neces- sary, to accommodate the ceiling joists and/or obstructions.

Cut an 11-inch X 11-inch (280 mm X 280 mm)for D-series or 10-inch X 10-inch (254 mm X 254 mm) for SLD-series pipe hole through the ceiling, using the centerpoint previously marked.

Frame the hole with framing lumber the same size as the ceiling joists.

1. Cut the ceiling hole.

2. Add the new framing members.

Figure 21. Hole and New Framing Members

If the area above the ceiling is NOT an attic, position and secure the ceiling firestop on the ceiling side of the previously cut and framed hole.

This shows a ceiling installation.

JOIST

CEILING

NAILS (4 REQUIRED)

CEILING FIRESTOP

Figure 22. Ceiling Firestop (Ceiling Side)

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Heat & Glo LifeStyle 8000 DVTFL, SL-42 DVT, 6000 ARCH, 6000 XLT Hole and New Framing Members, Ceiling Firestop Ceiling Side