Step 10. Finishing
Figure 13 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 2 and 3 for other fireplace clearances.
Only
!WARNING: WHEN FINISHING THE FIREPLACE, NEVER OBSTRUCT OR MODIFY THE AIR IN- LET/OUTLET GRILLES IN ANY MANNER.
CEILING
8" MAXIMUM 
MANTLE | 31” |
12"
MINIMUM
HOOD
Figure 13.
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
STUD
HEADER
FINISHED
WALL
SEAL JOINT 
(300° F/149° C MIN.)
Figure 14.
Sealant Material
Hearth Extensions
A hearth extension may be desirable for aesthetic reasons. However,ANSI or CAN/CGAtesting standards do not require hearth extensions for gas fireplace appliances.
Step 11. Installing Trim, Logs & Ember Material
Installing the Trim
Combustible materials may be brought up to the specified clearances on the side and top front edges of the fireplace, but MUST NEVER overlap onto the front face. The joints between the finished wall and the fireplace top and sides can only be sealed with a 300° F. (149° C) minimum sealant.
Install optional marble and brass trim surround kits as desired. Marble, brass, brick, tile, or other
Do not obstruct or modify the air inlet/outlet grilles. When overlapping on both sides, leave enough space so that the controls can be accessed and the trim door and glass door can be removed.
Positioning the Logs
If the gas logs have been factory installed they should not need to be positioned.
If the logs have been packaged separately, refer to the installation instructions that accompany the logs. Save the
log instructions with this manual.
If sooting occurs, the logs might need to be repositioned slightly to avoid excessive flame impingement.
Placing the Ember Material
Two separate bags of ember material are shipped with this gas fireplace:
•The bag labeled Golden Ember
•The bag labeled Glowing Ember
To place the ember material:
•Lift the trim door up and out from the unit.
•Remove the wing nuts and screws around the glass door.
GLASS
ASSEMBLY
WING NUT | MOUNTING |
STUD
GLASS CLIP
Figure 15. Glass Assembly
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