Finishing; Facing Material - HEAT GLO SL-3X Installation Manual

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Finishing

A. Facing Material
• Metal front faces may be covered with non-combustible
materials only.
• Facing and/or fi nishing materials must not interfere
with air fl ow through louvers, operation of louvers or
decorative fronts, or access for service.
• Facing and/or fi nishing materials must never overhang
into the glass opening.
• Observe all clearances when applying combustible
materials.
• Confi rm that appliance is plum, square and level. See
Section 6.
• Seal joints between the fi nished wall and appliance top
and sides using a 300 ºF minimum sealant. Refer to
Figure 10.1
WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT apply combustible
materials beyond the minimum clearances. Comply with
all minimum clearances to combustibles as specifi ed in
this manual. Overlapping materials could ignite and will
interfere with proper operation of decorative fronts and
louvers.
FACING MATERIAL UP TO 1/2 IN. THICK
MAY BE COMBUSTIBLE - TOP AND SIDES
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
BOARD (INCLUDED)
3 IN.
1 IN.
0 IN.
HIGH TEMPERATURE (300º F / 149º C MIN.)
TOP & SIDE SEAL JOINT
Figure 10.1 Facing Materials
Heat & Glo • SL-3X, SL-5X, SL-7X, SL-9X Installation Manual • 2372-980 Rev. C • 8/16
NOTICE: Surface temperatures around the appliance will
become warm while the appliance is in operation. Ensure
finishing materials used for all surfaces (floor, walls,
mantels, etc.) will withstand temperatures up to 190°F.
0 IN.
1 IN.
0 IN.
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