Monessen Hearth LCUF32-F Firebox Framing, Custom Cabinet, Nail Sides Through Nailing Flanges

FIREBOX FRAMING

When finishing a custom cabinet, mantel, or other built-in enclosure, the open- ing size to accommodate the fireplace with trim installed is as follows:

	LCUF32-F with trim	LCUF36C-R with trim
K	37¾"	41¾"
J	35⅜"	38⅞"

This appliance is approved for the installation of drywall or other combustible materials against the sides or top of the black-painted firebox face.

Noncombustible facings will not burn when exposed to heat coming off this fireplace. The classification, “Noncombustible material” includes brick and mortar, stone or marble. These are safe to overlay the black-painted metal face and do not pose a fire hazard. Never overlap the firelace opening.

K

J

Figure 13 - Custom Cabinet

WARNING

The fireplace must be installed giving full consideration to the clearance and height requirements identified in this manual.

1.Bend out the nailing flanges located on each side of the firebox.

2.Slide the firebox into prepared framing or position firebox in its final position and frame later.

3.Level the firebox by checking the top edge of the firebox. Shim if necessary.

4.Anchor firebox to the side framing members using 8d nails or other suitable fasteners. See Figure 14.

5.The canopy must be installed for safe operation of the heater. See page 13 for canopy installation details.

Nail Sides

Through Nailing

Flanges

Figure 14 - Location of Nailing Flanges

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