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Clearances
Ensure the minimum clearances shown in Figures 2 through 4 are
maintained. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the
front of the firebox.
Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to
follow these requirements may create a fire hazard.
Combustible Side Clearances:
Clearances from the side of the firebox opening to any combustible
material (e.g. side wall, mantel leg, bookshelf, etc.), must comply with
the requirements shown in Figures 2 and 2a.
Example: If the mantel leg, bookshelf or other combustible material
protrudes 5" from the plane of the wall where the firebox is installed,
the combustible material must be a minimum of 6" from the side of the
firebox opening (see Figure 2a).
Side Wall and Ceiling
Clearances
Optional
Hearth
Extension
Figure 2
3"**
* Minimum 16" from Side Wall
Top View
**No combustible material may be closer than 3"
from the fireplace opening.
Figure 2a - Minimum Side Clearances to Combustibles
6
40"
16"
Example
5"
7"
10"
4"
6"
8"
12"
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATION ARE NOT TO SCALE.
Ceiling clearance: The ceiling must be at least 40" from the top of the
firebox opening (Figure 2).
Noncombustible material: Noncombustible materials, such as slate and
marble, must be at least 1/2" thick and may be used without restriction
above the firebox opening, to the sides or as a hearth extension, so long
as they do not obstruct vent openings for heat circulating models.
NOTE: To avoid heat-related finish damage, we recommend the use
of high temperature paint (rated 175° F or higher) on the underside
of the mantel.
Non-Combustible
Material 3" Min.
(shaded area)
Shown with hood Installed
(required on all VRT3232
Series Models)
Figure 3
Maintain adequate clearances around air openings.
Maintain adequate clearances for accessibility for purposes of servicing
and proper operation.
45°
13"
11"
9"
7"
6"
5"
4"
3"
2"
14"
16"*
Combustible Wall Clearance
Above Appliance (all models)
Finished Wall
Header
Top Stand-
Off Spacer
(on appliance)
Top of Appliance
Fireplace
Opening
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