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PL52DF* Indoor Gas Fireplace
Section 2: Framing & Clearances
The install location of your fireplace is dependent on several
factors. Gas line location, electrical connection, gas line type
and decorative surround options can play into the install.
These factors should be considered when determining
framing and layout of your fireplace.
Note: four sided surrounds will require a raised installation.
Frame in the enclosure for the unit with framing materials.
The framed opening for the assembled fireplace is 52" wide,
x 43" high x 24 1/2" 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 20.
Noncombustible
Stud
Figure 2. Framing dimensions
(Straight wall & Corner Installation).
NOTE: Non-combustible header must be installed after
unit installation and before the installation of nailing flange.
Non-combustible Header
Combustible Header
Rear Vent
Figure 3. Combustible Framing for shelves over the
fireplace, Rear vent.
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1" clearance
to corners only
69 1/4"
Note: When sheetrock is not used
behind the fireplace, framing depth 24
1/2" may be reduced by 5/8".
shelf
12"
43"
20" Max
Heat Sheild
26" Min
56" Min.
Figure 4. Combustible Framing for shelves over the
fireplace, Top vent.
Ceiling
84"
Min.
Figure 5. Non Combustible Framing for Top Vent or Rear
Vent, with alcove.
Images are shown without screens for clarity
Note:
purposes. However, your fireplace should not be operated
without proper installation of screens.
Combustible Header
Non-
combustible
7"
Header
6 1/2"
1"
43"
1"
Top Vent
Top
Non-Combustible
Vent
Materials Only
Alcove
area over
Fireplace
MIN
1"
Header
37½"
XG0218 - 160215
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