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Finishing
A. Mantel Projections
Figure 11.1 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding
maximum horizontal dimensions of appliance mantels or
other combustible projections above the top front edge of
the appliance.
8
7
6
8-1/2
5
7-3/4
4
7
3
6-1/4
5-1/2
5
Measured from top of hood (in inches)
Figure 11.1 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above
Appliance.
Top of
Appliance
A
1 in. (25 mm) min.
to perpendicular wall
B
3-1/2 in. (89 mm) min.
from fireplace opening
to perpendicular wall
Figure 11.2 Mantel Leg or Wall Projections
(Acceptable on both sides of opening)
24
32-1/2 in. minimum
to ceiling
17
16
15
15-1/4
14
14-1/2
13
13-3/4
12
13
11
12-1/4
10
11-1/2
9
10-3/4
10
9-1/4
Drywall
A
48 in.
(1219 mm)
max.
B
Mantel Leg or
Perpendicular Wall
Heatilator • Novus BV-Mesh • 4031-553 Rev F • 11/07
B. Facing Material
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16
Finish wall material may be
combustible - Top and Sides
High Temperature Sealant (300° F/149° C min.)
Figure 11.3 Noncombustible Facing Diagram
•
Metal appliance front may be covered with non-
combustible material only.
•
Do NOT overlap combustible materials onto appliance
front.
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Install combustible materials only up to specifi ed
clearances on top, front and sides.
•
Seal joints between the fi nished wall and appliance
top and sides using only a 300° F minimum sealant.
WARNING
Fire Risk
Do NOT obstruct air inlet or outlet grilles.
Do NOT modify grilles.
•
Modifying or covering grilles could cause
temperature rise and fi re hazard.
Finishing materials must not interfere with:
•
Air fl ow through grilles or louvers.
•
Operation of louvers or doors.
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Access for service.
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Top and Side Seal Joint
WARNING
Fire Risk
Finish all edges and fronts to clearances and
specifi cations listed in manual.
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