Empire Comfort Systems DVCT36CBP Installation Instructions Manual page 19

NAILING FLANGES
FLUSH WALL INSTALLATION
FRAMING
HEADER
11"
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.
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INSTALLATION (CONT'D)
FOR 1/2" DRYWALL
FOR 5/8" DRYWALL
Figure 31
FINISHED
WALL
NONCOMBUSTIBLE
BOARD INSTALLED
OVER APPLIANCE
Figure 33
WARNING
Figure 32
NONCOMBUSTIBLE
BOARD INSTALLED
OVER APPLIANCE
Figure 34
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
FINISHED
WALL
CAUTION
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