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Section 2: Framing
Frame in the enclosure for the unit with framing materials. The
framed opening for the assembled fireplace is 41" wide x 40"
high x 23 3/4" deep, see Figure 2.
NOTE: When constructing the framed opening, please ensure
there is access to install the gas line when the unit is installed.
See Figure 19.
41"
40"
40"
Figure 2. Framing dimensions. Both walls typical.
Back-framing the unit
1). Slide the fireplace into the cavity.
2). Tack four studs in place, shown in Figure 2 and 3 as dashed
lines.
3). Secure the fireplace in position by nailing into these cleats.
41"
Figure 3. Securing the fireplace to the framing cleats,
both walls typical.
Note: Images are shown without screens for clarity purposes.
However, your fireplace should not be operated without proper
installation of screens.
XG0810 - 151126
Installation
N.G. & L.P
Figure 4. Framing for shelves over the fireplace, Side Vent
N.G. & L.P.
23 3/4"
Figure 4a. Framing for shelves over the fireplace, Top Vent
Figure 5. Non Combustible Framing with alcove above fireplace,
side view shown.
L38DF-ST* Indoor Gas Fireplace
Combustible Shelf
(Combustible materials).
Cumbustible Shelf
Elbow
17 1/2"
(Combustible materials).
Top vent
N.G. & L.P
Min. 1"
Combustible
Header
84"
Min.
39"
Combustible
Header
10"
Supplied
Non combustible
Header
Combustible
Header
Supplied
Non combustible
Header
Ceiling
Alcove over
Fireplace Non-
Combustible
Materials Only
Non
Combustible
Header
10"
7"
door
33 1/4"
opening
Floor
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