Ensure that no non-combustible finish materials are in- stalled within 1-11/16 inches of top and bottom and 1-3/8 inches from right and left sides of fireplace opening. This will ensure adequate clearance for required mesh front. See Figure 13.9.

Refer to Section 1.E and 1.F of this manual for definition and qualifications and definition of non-combustible and combustible materials.

E. Mesh Fronts

WARNING! Risk of Burns! A decorative front is required for this model. DO NOT operate this appliance without a decorative front in place.

A mesh front is included with the RED60. This is the door approved with this appliance model. It must be used.

To attach the mesh front to the appliance, use the two mesh brackets. These brackets are mounted to the un- derside of the top of the appliance viewing area and are fastened to the appliance by two screws on each bracket. See Figure 13.10. There are two hanging tabs on the back of the mesh front assembly that are bent upward. Engage these tabs in the slot of the brackets.

65-1/2 IN.

62-3/4 IN.

17-1/8 IN.

1-11/16 IN.

 

FIREPLACE VIEWING AREA

20-1/2 IN.

1-3/8 IN.

1-3/8 IN.

 

1-11/16 IN.

=CLEARANCE FROM VIEWING AREA TO NON-COMBUSTIBLE FINISHING MATERIAL (INSIDE FIT METHOD)

Figure 13.9 Noncombustible Surface Finishing Material 0-4 Inches Thick-Inside Fit Method

MESH BRACKETS

MESH FRAME ASSEMBLY

HANGING TABS

MESH FRAME ASSEMBLY

Figure 13.10 Mesh Front Installation

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RED60 2159-900 specifications

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