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B. Securing and Leveling the Appliance
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Prevent contact with:
• Sagging or loose insulation
• Insulation backing or plastic
• Framing and other combustible materials
Block openings into the chase to prevent entry of blown-
in insulation. Make sure insulation and other materials
are secured.
DO NOT notch the framing around the appliance
standoffs.
Failure to maintain air space clearance may cause
overheating and fire.
NOTICE: Failure to ensure that the fireplace opening is
square could result in the decorative front not fitting properly.
Figure 6.10, Figure 6.11 and Figure 6.12 show how to
properly position, level, and secure the appliance. Nailing
tabs are provided to secure the appliance to the framing
members.
• Bend out nailing tabs on each side.
• Place the appliance into position.
• Keep nailing tabs flush with the framing.
• Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.
• Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use
wood shims underneath the appliance.
• Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or
screws through the nailing tabs.
• Optional: Secure the appliance to the floor by inserting
two screws through the pilot holes at the bottom of the
appliance.
NOTICE: Failure to ensure that the fireplace opening is
square could result in the decorative front not fitting properly.
90º
Figure 6.10 Proper Positioning and Leveling of an Appliance
Heat & Glo • ST-36TR-IFT, PIER-36TR-IFT Installation Manual • 2482-980 Rev. D • 3/19
NOTICE: Failure to ensure that the fireplace opening is
square may result in the decorative front not fitting properly.
NAILING TABS
Figure 6.11 Securing An Appliance
A
Note: Diagonal dimensions (A) and (B) must be within
1/4 inch of each other.
Figure 6.12 Positioning the Appliance Squarely
B
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