Clearances From Combustibles - Rinnai Ember Series Installation Manual

Clearances from combustibles

The clearances listed below, measured from the edge of the glass, are
minimum clearances unless otherwise stated.
While the heater is operating
The appliance must not be installed where
curtains or other combustible materials
could come into contact with the heater.
The 400 mm side clearance includes side
walls. The 1000 mm clearance is in front of
the fire.
Floor protection
Heat from this fire may over time affect
the appearance of some materials used
for flooring, such as, carpet, vinyl, cork
or timber. This may be amplified if the air
contains cooking vapours or cigarette
smoke. To avoid this occurring, it is
recommended that a mat be placed in
front of the appliance.
Mantels and surrounds
Combustible mantels and surrounds
require clearance from the unit to
minimise the risk of fire. Mantels and
surrounds, made of combustible materials
such as wood, are allowed providing they
are outside the minimum clearances
shown.
Hearths
A hearth is not necessary but can be used
for decorative purposes or protection
of sensitive flooring if required. A hearth
must not obscure the front of the fire or
obstruct the fire in any way (including the
frame around the fire).
Wall surface above the fire
The temperature of the wall surface
directly above the fire may get warm
and distort paint finishes, or distort vinyl
wall coverings. For durability of surfaces,
please contact the manufacturer for their
specification.
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400 mm 400 mm
1000 mm
B-
mantel depth
A
c
A Mantel needs to be a min. of 400 mm away from the
edge of the glass.
B Max. mantel depth at 400 mm (A) is 250 mm max.
C Surround needs to be a minimum of 400 mm away
from the edge of the glass.
For every 50 mm of added mantel depth there must be
an additional 100 mm of clearance from the edge of the
glass. For example:
M A:
antel depth clearance required
300 mm 500 mm
350 mm 600 mm
400 mm 700 mm
The below diagrams are to assist people in determining the clearance area around the Ember
without having the unit on site. The 4-sided frame is shown as this is the frame used in mock
chimney installations, which typically have mantels and surrounds made of combustible material.
The 4-sided frame sits approximately 26 mm below the engine, refer dimension diagrams.
Ember 600 4-sided frame
1340
Minimum above fire
400 540
Clearance Glass width
Ember 700 4-sided frame
1440
Minimum above fire
400 640
Clearance Glass width
Distance off the floor
400
could be 0-400 mm.
Clearance
400
Clearance
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