Mantel And Wall Projections - Heatilator MEL36 Installation Manual

D. Mantel and Wall Projections
A combustible mantel may be positioned no lower than
12 in. (25 mm) above the fireplace opening.
The combustible mantel may have a maximum depth of 12
in. (305 mm). Combustible trim pieces that project no more
than 1 1/2 in. (38 mm) from the face of the fireplace can be
placed no closer than 6 in. (152 mm) from the top of the
fireplace opening. Combustible trim must not cover:
• the metal surfaces of the fireplace
• where the non-combustible board is placed over the
metal surfaces
• the space between the metal face of the fireplace and
framing members
Combustible Wall
Seal joint with
non-combustible
sealant
Non-combustible
Decorative Facing
such as:
Steel, iron, brick,
tile, concrete, slate,
glass, plasters.
Figure 6.10 Mantel Specifications
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2 x 4 stud wall
Standoffs
1 1/2 in./38 mm
maximum
WARNING! Risk of Fire!
Hearth & Home Technologies is not responsible for
discoloration, cracking or other material failures of
finishing materials due to heat exposure or smoke.
• Choose finishing materials carefully.
Combustible
Decorative Facing
12 in./305 mm
12 in./305 mm
minimum
6 in./152 mm
minimum
Measured from top of fireplace opening