Empire Comfort Systems BP)-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual page 31

DIRECT VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (cont.)
Installation on Rugs and Tile
If this appliance is to be installed directly on
carpeting, tile, or other combustible mate-
rial, other than wood flooring, the appliance
shall be installed on a metal or wood panel
extending the full width and depth of the
appliance.
The base referred to above does not mean
the fire-proof base as used on wood stoves.
The protection is primarily for rugs that may
be extremely thick and light-color tile that
can discolor.
FLOOR PROTECTION
NO HEARTH REQUIRED
22618-17-0308
FLOOR PROTECTION
Minimum Exterior Grade Dimension - Unit Without Pedestal
Minimum Exterior Grade Dimension - Unit With Pedestal
Minimum Exterior Grade Dimension - Existing Fireplace Installation
1 1/4"
(3.2cm)
MIN.
Figure 36
1 1/4"
(3.2cm)
MIN.
Figure 37
FLUE CENTER
12"
(30.5cm)
MIN.
EXTERIOR GRADE
Figure 38
FLUE CENTER
12"
(30.5cm)
MIN.
EXTERIOR GRADE
FLUE CENTER
12"
(30.5cm)
MIN.
EXTERIOR GRADE
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