Section 2: Framing - Montigo L52DF-ST Installation & Maintenance Manual

Section 2: Framing

Frame in the enclosure for the unit with framing materials. The
framed opening for the assembled fireplace is 59" wide x 39"
high x 23 3/4" deep, see Figure 2.
NOTE: When constructing the framed opening, please ensure
there is access to install the gas line when the unit is installed.
See Figure 15.
59"
Figure 2. Framing dimensions. Both walls typical.
Back-framing the unit
1). Slide the fireplace into the cavity.
2). Tack four studs in place, shown in Figure 2 and 3 as dashed
lines.
3). Secure the fireplace in position by nailing into these cleats.
59"
Figure 3. Securing the fireplace to the framing cleats,
both walls typical.
XG0811 - 151126
Installation
39"
23 3/4"
Elbow
84"
Figure 4. Framing for shelves over the fireplace, Top Vent
(Combustible materials).
Top vent
N.G. & L.P
Min. 1"
Combustible
Header
84"
Min.
39"
Figure 5. Non Combustible Framing with alcove above fireplace,
side view shown.
Note: Images are shown without screens for clarity purposes.
However, your fireplace should not be operated without proper
installation of screens.
L52DF*ST Indoor Gas Fireplace
Shelf
Header
30"
39"
Ceiling
Alcove over
Fireplace Non-
Combustible
Materials Only
Non
Combustible
Header
10"
7"
door
33 1/4"
opening
Floor
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