Fireplace Installation; Fireplace Installation In Wall - Vermont Castings CFX24NV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

Floor Clearance — The fi replace may be installed directly
on a combustible fl oor or a raised platform of an appropriate
height. Do not place fi replace on carpeting, vinyl, tile or
other soft fl oor coverings. It may, however, be placed on fl at
wood, plywood, particle board or other hard surfaces. Be
sure fi replace rests on a solid continuous fl oor or platform
with appropriate framing for support and so that no cold
air can enter from under the fi rebox.
Mantel clearances — The CFX face must be installed. If a
combustible mantel is installed. It must meet the clearance
requirements detailed in Figure 6.
NOTE: The Vermont Castings Group Barrington Mantel
model series is specifi cally designed to comply with all
mantel temperature requirements. (The CFX32NVDW
uses the BWC400-DW. The CFX24NVDW uses the
BWC300-DW.) Any custom-built mantel must comply with
all clearance requirements shown in this instruction manual.
If unit is to be built in, the fi replace framing can be built
before or after the appliance is set in place. BE SURE THAT
ALL PACKING MATERIAL HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM
THE UNDERSIDE OF THE UNIT PRIOR TO SETTING
THE FIREBOX IN PLACE. Construct fi replace framing
following Figure 2 on Page 6 for fi replace dimensions. The
framing headers may rest directly on top of the fi rebox.
The fi replace may be installed directly on a combustible
fl oor or a raised platform of an appropriate height. Do
not place fi replace on carpeting, vinyl, tile or other soft
fl oor coverings. It may, however, be placed on fl at wood,
plywood, particle board or other hard surfaces. Be sure
fi replace rests on a solid continuous fl oor or platform with
appropriate framing for support and so that no cold air can
enter from under the fi rebox.
Anchor fi replace to the side framing members using nailing
fl anges.
12"
19"
10"
Figure 6 -
Mantel Clearances
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2 ⁄ "
1
2
CFX VENT FREE FIREPLACE SYSTEM
WARNING: The fi replace must be installed
in accordance with the clearance and
height requirements identifi ed in this
manual.

FIREPLACE INSTALLATION IN WALL

Note: The information below applies only to the CFXWM
models.
1. Remove 5 total screws (3 top, 2 bottom) to remove front
face.
2. Select proper nailing fl anges located on each side of
the fi rebox and bend them out.
3. Slide the fi rebox into prepared framing or position fi rebox
in its fi nal position and frame later.
4. Level the fi rebox by checking the top edge of the fi rebox.
Shim if necessary.
5. Anchor fi rebox to the side framing members using 8d
nails or other suitable fasteners. Figure 7
6. Re-install CFX face.
Stud
Figure 7-
Nailing Flanges
When finishing a custom cabinet, mantel or other built-in
enclosure, the opening size to accommodate the fi replace with
trim installed is as follows:
Ref. CFX24
J 26 3 ⁄ " (680mm)
4
K 25" (635mm)
Figure 8 -
Custom Cabinet
Header
Wall Board
Stud
Nailing flange
CFX32
31 1 ⁄ " (800mm)
4
32 13 ⁄ " (833mm)
16
K
J
9