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Televisions Placed Above the Fireplace
The following section details three methods to allow for television installation above the fireplace.
Using a Mantel between the Fireplace and Television
IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING TELEVISIONS AND THIS FIREPLACE
Most television manufacturers instruct the homeowner to not place the television above a heat source. Doing so may
negatively affect the longevity of the television and may negate the warranty. If you do place a television above the
fireplace, please be aware of the large amount of heat generated by the fireplace and consider placing the television
above a mantel to reduce the amount of heat that reaches the television. The homeowner must understand that Travis
Industries does not take responsibility for any negative impact to televisions placed near this fireplace.
Minimum Dimensions:
(a) Mantel Height above Base of Fireplace
(b) Mantel Depth*
(c) Optional Columns (or Build-Out)
* Minimum mantel depth must be 8" to allow heat to dissipate. If using a mantel larger than 8", make sure to
adjust the mantel height (a) to meet the mantel clearance (see mantel requirements and/or chart above).
The mantel must extend 2" in front of the television and 1" to both sides.
If you have a television that is greater than 6" deep (including the 1" gap behind), you will need to alter the
mantel depth and height (see the example below).
The television must have a 1" gap to the wall to allow for proper cooling. Any build-out near the television must
maintain a 3" gap to the top and sides to prevent heat from being trapped near the television.
EXAMPLE: If you have a television that is 9" deep (including the 1" gap behind), the mantel must be 11". The mantel
height would need to be 44.5" (1156mm) above the base of the fireplace.
WIRING NOTE: If running wiring into the enclosure, you may wish to use thermal insulating wrap around the wiring.
Secure the wiring to protect from contact with hot surfaces.
© Travis Industries
Installation
(for qualified installers only)
42" (1067mm) with 8" (203mm) mantel depth
Minimum 8" (203mm)
Must Meet Side Wall Clearances
(Measured to the side of fireplace ZC-can)
4/23/2021 - 1353
4415HO GSR2
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