Quadra-Fire QV36A-FB Finishing, A. Mantel Projections, B. Facing Material, Facing Requirements

11 Finishing

A. Mantel Projections

Figure 11.1 shows the minimum vertical and correspond- ing maximum horizontal dimensions of appliance mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the appliance.

44 in.
1117 mm
NON-COMBUSTIBLE	18-1/4 in.
ZONE	463 mm

3 IN. MIN.

23 IN.

12 IN. MAX.

1 IN. MAX. 14 IN.

18 IN. MIN.

12 IN. MIN.

Figure 11.3 Noncombustible Facing

WARNING

Risk of Fire

• Non-combustible clearances MUST be maintained.

Figure 11.1 Clearances to mantels or other combustibles above appliance

	5
	4
	3
	2
	1
	1
	2
1/2	4
	6

Note: All measurements in inches. 8

Figure 11.2 Mantel leg or Wall projections (Acceptable on both sides of opening.)

•Sheetrock, wood or other combustibles must NOT be used as sheathing or facing in the non-combustible zone.

•See Section 11 for proper clearances.

•See Section 1 for combustible/non-combustible definitions.

Facing Requirements

This appliance requires the supplied non-combustible fac- ing material from the top of the appliance face up 18-1/4 inches and extending across from framing stud to framing stud (see Figure 11.3).

Combustible finishing materials may be used along the sides of the appliance face but may not overlap the face. Non-combustible materials can overlap the black metal face of the unit on the sides, top and bottom, but must nev- er overlap or obstruct the appliance opening or louvers.

Fronts

Remington Avenue fronts are attached to the appliance with carriage bolts and overlap the face of the appliance. Tile or other non-combustible materials may be tucked behind the Remington Avenue front on the top and sides. Other front options fit inside the appliance.

B. Facing Material

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.

WARNING

Fire Risk.

Finish all edges and fronts to clearances and specifications listed in manual.

•Black metal appliance front may be covered with noncombustible material only.

•Do NOT overlap combustible materials onto appliance front.

•Install combustible materials only up to specified clearances on top, front and side.

•Seal joints between the finished wall and appliance top and sides using only a 300º F minimum sealant.

36 Quadra-Fire • Expression 36 (QV36A-FB) • 2062-900 Rev. S • 11/11