Heat
Resistant
Material
Figure 9 - Minimum Mantel Clearance with No Hood — DLX/GLX 24 and 28
Figure 10 is an example of an unsafe mantel installa-
tion. This mantel projects 4" at 8" above the opening,
exceeding the maximum acceptable distance of 2
The mantel also projects 7" at 14
ing, exceeding the maximum acceptable distance of 6".
If your mantel profile is unsafe, you may either:
• Raise the mantel to an acceptable height
OR
• Remove the mantel
14D2099
10" and Less
12"
28"
Example: The bottom of the mantel may project from the wall a
Heater in
Fireplace or
Firebox
1
/
" above the open-
2
Figure 10 - Unacceptable Mantel Clearance
CLEARANCES
maximum of 10" at a minimum of 28" above the opening.
1
/
"
2
Mantel
Minimum of 8"
Heat
Resistant
Material
HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS
AND
7"
6"
2
4"
Hood
14
1
/
"
2
1
/
"
2
8"
15