B. Finishing Material

Combustible Material

Material which is made of or surfaced with wood, compressed paper, plant fibers, plastics, or any material capable of igniting and burning, whether flame proofed or not, plastered or not plastered.

Non-Combustible Material

Material which will not ignite and burn. Such materials are those consisting entirely of steel, iron, brick, tile, concrete, slate, glass or plasters, or any combination thereof.

Non-Combustible Sealant Material

Sealants which will not ignite and burn: Rutland, Inc. Fireplace Mortar #63 (or equivalent).

After completing the framing and applying the facing material (drywall) over the framing, a bead of non-combustible seal- ant must be used to close off any gaps at the top and sides between the fireplace and facing to prevent cold air leaks. Large gaps can be bridged with fiberglass rope gasket.

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

WARNING

Fire Risk

Use only non-combustible material below standoffs.

Material such as cement board is acceptable.

C. Mantel

A combustible mantel may be positioned no lower than 12 in. (305 mm) above the top of the fireplace opening. The combustible mantel may have a maximum depth of 12 in. (305 mm), Combustible trim pieces that project no more than 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) from the face of the fireplace can be placed no closer than 6 in. (152 mm) from the top of the fireplace opening. See Figure 8.4. Combustible trim must not cover the metal surfaces of the fireplace. This mantel clearance is in accordance with Section 7-3.3.3 of ANSI/ NFPA211.

 

12 in. (305 mm)

 

 

 

 

 

max.

 

1-1/2 in. (38 mm) max.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mantel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Header

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12 in. (305 mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Standoff

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Top of Fireplace Opening

6 in. (152 mm) min.

Figure 8.4 Mantel Specifications

WARNING

Fire Risk

Do NOT obstruct air inlet or outlet grilles.

Do NOT modify grilles.

Modifying or covering grilles could cause temperature rise and fire hazard.

Finishing materials must not interfere with:

Air flow through grilles or louvers

Operation of louvers or doors

Access for service

D.Sidewalls/Surrounds

Adjacent combustible side walls must be located a minimum of 12 in. (305 mm) from the fireplace opening. If you are us- ing a decorative surround constructed of combustible ma- terial, it must be located within the shaded area defined in Figure 8.5. Short stub walls are also acceptable if they are contained within the shaded area.

 

BRICK

FLUSH FRONT

FRONT 4 in.

 

14-3/8 in.

A

 

9-3/4 in.

50 deg.

B

 

 

39 deg.

 

12 in.

12 in.

 

Cat #

A

B

MONTANA-36 & 36H

36 in.

42 in.

MONTANA-42 & 42H

42 in.

48 in.

Figure 8.5 Sidewalls/Surrounds

WARNING

Fire Risk

Finish all edges and fronts to clearances and specifications.

Metal fireplace front may be covered with non-combustible material only.

Do NOT overlap combustible materials onto fireplace front.

Install combustible materials up to specified clearances on top front and side edges.

Seal joints between the finished wall and fireplace top and sides using only a 300° F minimum sealant.

E.Glass Doors

This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with doors as specified in Section 12.B. Fireplace Components. Please refer to the manual packed with each set of doors for instal- lation instructions.

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Montana-42, Montana-36 specifications

The Heat & Glo LifeStyle Montana-42 and Montana-36 gas fireplaces represent a notable fusion of modern design and advanced technology, catering to homeowners seeking both functionality and aesthetic appeal. These two models are part of the LifeStyle series, crafted to enhance living spaces while offering efficient heating solutions.

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