Step 9 Finishing - Quadra-Fire QV-ST Installer's Manual

Step 9. Finishing
Figure 33 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding
maximum horizontal dimensions of fireplace mantels or other
combustible projections above the top front edge of the
fireplace. See Figures 3 and 4 for other fireplace clearances.
Only non-combustible materials may be used to cover the
black fireplace front.
WARNING: WHEN FINISHING THE FIREPLACE,
!
NEVER OBSTRUCT OR MODIFY THE AIR IN-
LET/OUTLET GRILLES IN ANY MANNER.
TOP EDGE OF FIREPLACE
Figure 33.
Minimum Vertical and Maximum Horizontal
Dimensions of Combustibles above Fireplace
CEILING
31"
12"
1/2"
CAUTION: IF JOINTS BETWEEN THE FINISHED WALLS
AND THE FIREPLACE SURROUND (TOP AND SIDES)
ARE SEALED, A 300° F. MINIMUM SEALANT MATE-
RIAL MUST BE USED. THESE JOINTS ARE NOT RE-
QUIRED TO BE SEALED. ONLY NON-COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL (USING 300° F. MINIMUM ADHESIVE, IF
NEEDED) CAN BE APPLIED AS FACING TO THE FIRE-
PLACE SURROUND. SEE THE DIAGRAM BELOW.
NOTE: Sheetrock or other combustible material such as
wood can be placed on the top edge of the fireplace. A 1/2-
inch gap along the side must be maintained.
NOTE: SHEETROCK OR WOOD CAN BE PLACED ON
THE TOP EDGE OF THE FIREPLACE. A 1/2-INCH GAP
ALONG THE SIDE MUST BE MAINTAINED.
Figure 34. Sealant Material
Hearth Extensions
A hearth extension may be desirable for aesthetic reasons.
However, ANSI or CAN/CGA testing standards do not require
hearth extensions for gas fireplace appliances.
30
QV-ST
1/2" GAP
QV-PIER
TOP EDGE
SIDE EDGE
1/2" GAP
TOP EDGE
SIDE EDGE