FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Locating The Montecito Estate™
The best location to install your fireplace is determined by considering the location of windows, doors, and the traffic flow in the room where the fireplace is located, allowing space in front of the unit for the hearth extension and the mantel, and taking into consideration the location of the hot air ducts (optional), outside air kit and chimney. If possible, you should choose a location where the chimney will pass through the house without cutting floor or roof joists (see fireplace dimensions on Pages 8 & 9).
Usually, no additional floor support is needed for the fireplace. The adequacy of the floor can be checked by first estimating the weight of the fireplace system. Weights are given in the appendix. Next, measure the area occupied by the fireplace. Note the floor construction and consult your local building code to determine if additional support is needed.
The Montecito Estate may be installed directly on the floor or on a raised base and a minimum of 80” measured from the base of the appliance to the ceiling is required.
Facade Installation
Install the Facade per instructions provided in Facade Kit (ordered separately - see Page 20).
Hearth Extension Requirements
The Montecito Estate may be installed directly on a combustible floor; however, the combustible floor in front of the fireplace must be covered with one inch (1 in) of
Hearth Extension Requirements
Area where wood Mantel can be installed
24”
56” Min.
45 Deg.
4”
Hearth16”
24”
Figure 8
| Tile or Marble |
Fireplace | Minimum 1” |
| Cement Board |
| 2” x 4” Framing |
Figure 9
Framing, Facing And Mantel
The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the standards and the following illustrations (Figures 10 & 11):
A. Frame the fireplace using 2” x 3” or heavier lumber.
B. WARNING: Combustible materials cannot be used in the space directly above the fireplace, except for the studs above the facade that support the facing and mantel. This area must remain empty for a height of 80” (2,032 mm) measured from the base of the appliance.
C.Frame the fireplace with vertical studs at the sides of the fireplace run- ning from floor to ceiling (see Figure 10). If combustible facing is to be used, position the studs back, from the front edge of the fireplace (a space that is the thickness of the facing material, so that the fac- ing can be installed flush with the fireplace facing). Frame headers between the vertical studs only as follows:
-Place 2” x 3” or 2” x 4” headers, only along the upper part of the front, side and back faces (some codes may require a 2” x 6” on an outside bearing wall). Do not put wood or any combustible material within the area above the fireplace except on the front facing.
-Place headers only as required to support the facing and man- tel.
D. WARNING: The fireplace must not be in contact with any insulation or loose filling material. Cover the insulation with Drywall panels around the fireplace.
COLD CLIMATE INSTALLATIONS
Climates where temperatures will fall below 32° F (0° C).
The heating performance of the appliance will vary depending upon the level of insulation, house design, how the appliance is operated, etc.
If this fireplace is being installed in a cold climate, it is especially important to seal all cracks around the fireplace and wherever cold air could enter the room with noncombustible material. Also, the outside air inlet duct should be wrapped with noncombustible insulation to minimize the formation of condensation. Do not place insulation materials directly against the chimney sections. We recommend that you use the insulated wall radiation shield since it will maintain the home’s thermal barrier. AC chimney is NOT recommended in cold climates.
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