Framing And Anchoring; Securing Heater To Floor Or Hearth - Vermont Castings VFF32LI Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

FRAMING AND ANCHORING

If unit is to be "built in", 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
Fireplace and Framing 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.
WARNING: The fi replace must be installed
giving full consideration to the clearance
and height requirements identified in this
manual.
Anchor fi replace to the side framing members using nailing
fl anges.
1. Bend out the nailing fl anges located on each side of the
fi rebox.
2. Slide the fi rebox into prepared framing or position fi rebox
in its fi nal position and frame later.
3. Level the fi rebox by checking the top edge of the fi rebox.
Shim if necessary.
4. Anchor fi rebox to the side framing members using 8d
nails or other suitable fasteners. Figure 8
5. The canopy must be installed for safe operation of the
heater. Refer to canopy installation details.
Nail Sides
Through Nailing
Flanges
Figure 8 -
Nailing Flanges
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VFF Vent Free Fireplace System
SECURING HEATER TO FLOOR OR
HEARTH
NOTE: Clearance requirements as detailed in the
Clearances section on of this manual, must be met before
securing the heater in place.
To prevent movement, the heater must be secured to the
fl oor or hearth.
1. Open the control access door and remove the screen.
2. Secure the fi rebox with two anchoring screws (
length) supplied with the fi replace system. Figure 9
NOTE: If the unit is mounted on carpeting, tile or
combustible material without the hearth, a metal or wooden
base covering the entire width and depth of the base must
be installed.
Anchor Screws
3 ⁄ " x 1 1 ⁄ "
16 4
Figure 9 -
Secure Fireplace to Floor or Hearth
3 ⁄ " x 1 1 ⁄ "
16 4
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