Step 2 Framing The Fireplace - Heat & Glo 8000TRD Installer's Manual

Step 2. Framing the Fireplace
Fireplace framing can be built before or after the fireplace is
set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommo-
date wall coverings and fireplace facing material. The dia-
gram below shows framing reference dimensions.
Shows center of 10" x 12" vent framing
holes for top and rear venting. The center
of the hole is one (1) inch (25.4mm) above
the center of the horizontal vent pipe.
A. ...............49"*
B. ......... 40 1/2"
C. ................ 22"
D. ......... 44 1/8"
E. .......... 30 1/8"
Framing should be
constructed of 2 X 4
lumber or heavier.
Figure 3. Framing Dimensions
E
D
1/2" CLEARANCE
FROM BOTH SIDES
OF FIREPLACE
TO COMBUSTIBLE
FRAMING
MEMBER
0" CLEARANCE
CAUTION: MEASURE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS AND
VERIFY FRAMING METHODS AND WALL COVERING
DETAILS BEFORE FRAMING.
1/2" CLEARANCE FROM BACK OF FIREPLACE TO COMBUSTIBLE
12
B
C
A
0" CLEARANCE TO
FRAMING MEMBER