Step 2 Framing The Fireplace - Heat & Glo GEM36 Installer's Manual

Step 2. Framing the Fireplace
Fireplace framing can be built before or after the fireplace is
set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommo-
date wall coverings and fireplace facing material. The dia-
gram below shows framing reference dimensions.
Shows center of 10" x 12" vent framing
holes for top and rear venting. The center
of the hole is one (1) inch (25.4mm) above
the center of the horizontal vent pipe.
Framing should be
constructed of 2 X 4
lumber or heavier.
1/2" CLEARANCE
FROM BOTH SIDES
OF FIREPLACE
TO COMBUSTIBLE
FRAMING
MEMBER
Figure 3. Framing Dimensions
D
E A. ................ 41-1/2"
B. ....................... 43"
C. ................ 17-1/2"
D. ................ 54-1/2"
E.** ......... 22-15/16"
F.* ............... 49-1/2"
*Studs labeled "F" are necessary if installing the optional Arched Gem
Stone Kits (BKMS6052, BEMS6052, GRS6052)
** Heat-Out framing is 12 inches wide by 10 inches tall, opposite of vent
framing. Center of Heat-Out framing is 1-1/16 inch LOWER than the
center of the Heat-Out pipe.
1/2" CLEARANCE FROM BACK OF FIREPLACE TO COMBUSTIBLE
1/2" CLEARANCE
Heat & Glo • GEM36 • 370-900 Rev. O • 2/05
CAUTION: MEASURE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS AND
VERIFY FRAMING METHODS AND WALL COVERING
DETAILS BEFORE FRAMING.
C
A
F
1/2" CLEARANCE TO
FRAMING MEMBER
B
Note: Remove cover
plate (if present).
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