FRAMING
HEADER
SECURE TO
HEADER
HEAT
SHIELD
13"
When finishing the fireplace never obstruct or modify the
gap around the glass frame in any manner. Provide adequate
clearances around air openings into the combustion chamber.
40651-2-0320
INSTALLATION (CONT'D)
FOR 1/2" DRYWALL
FOR 5/8" DRYWALL
Figure 17
FLUSH WALL INSTALLATION
FINISHED
WALL
NONCOMBUSTIBLE
BOARD INSTALLED
OVER APPLIANCE
Figure 19
WARNING
NAILING FLANGES
NONCOMBUSTIBLE
BOARD INSTALLED
OVER APPLIANCE
If the joints between the finished wall and the fireplace surround
(top and sides) are sealed, a 300°F minimum sealant material
must be used. These joints are not required to be sealed. Only
non-combustible material (using 300°F minimum adhesive if
needed) can be applied as facing to the fireplace surround.
NAILING
FLANGES
SECURED
IN PLACE
Figure 18
FINISHED
WALL
Figure 20
CAUTION
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