Selecting Fireplace Locations; B. Design And Installation Considerations - Heatilator MEL36 Installation Manual

B. Design and Installation Considerations

NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with applicable local, regional,
state and national codes and regulations.
• Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fire
officials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions,
installation inspection and permits.
• Before installing, determine the following:
- Where the fireplace is to be installed.
- The vent system configuration to be used.
- Gas supply piping.
- Electrical wiring.
- Framing and finishing details.
Note: A raised hearth extension built flush with the
fireplace opening or less than 4 in. (102 mm) below
the fireplace opening requires the fireplace be
installed on a non=combustible surface.

1. Selecting Fireplace Locations

This fireplace may be used as a room divider, installed
along a wall or across a corner. See Figure 2.2.
Locating the fireplace in a basement should be avoided.
Locating near frequently opened doors, central heat
F
E
Model
inches
ME L36
mm
inches
ME L42
mm
Figure 2.2 Fireplace Locations
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G
Across a
A
C
corner
H
As a
room
divider
A
D
48 in.
(1219 mm)
minimum
Note: Measurements are FRAMING dimensions only and do
not include drywall either in the cavity or on the interior walls.
A B C
42 50 67 7/ 8
1067 1270 1724
48 56 73 7/ 8
1219 1422 1876
outlets or returns, or other locations of considerable air
movement can affect the performance.
Outside air must be used for combustion. This fireplace
comes equipped with the necessary components. Con-
sideration should be given to these factors before decid-
ing on a location.
NOTICE: In addition to these framing dimensions, also
reference the following section:
• Clearances (Section 3).
NOTICE:
• Illustrations and photos reflect typical installations and
are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY.
• Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale.
• Actual installation/appearance may vary due to individual
design preference.
• Hearth & Home Technologies reserves the right to alter
its products.
I
Along a wall
I
B*
A
D E F G
59 1/ 2 34 14 48
1511 864 356 1219
65 1/ 2 37 1/ 4 14 52 1/ 4
1664 946 356 1327
Note:
1/2 in. (13 mm) min. air
space from fireplace to
combustible materials.
* 8 in. (203 mm) extra space
included for outside air
connection. If outside air
duct has no bend, this
dimension may be reduced
as long as minimum
clearances are met.
1/2 in. (13 mm) all
configurations
H
H I
21 1/ 2 12 in. (305 mm)
Minimum from FP
546
opening to any
21 1/ 2
perpendicular wall.
546
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