The Fireplace; Fireplace Clearances - Valor 500FS Installer And Owner Manual

5.7.4 Like all efficient gas fires care should be taken to the choice and layout of
installed back panels. Marble and other similar natural materials may have
microscopic flaws or stress points, under heat these may open and crack. If in doubt
the use of a three/four piece back panel layout is recommended.

5.8 The fireplace.

The appliance can be fitted to a purpose made proprietary class "O"-150°C surround.
The hearth material must be at least 12mm thick. The periphery of the hearth (or
fender) should be at least 50mm above floor level to discourage the placing of
carpets or rugs over it.
The surface of the hearth must be sufficiently flat to enable the bottom of the front
surround and the bottom front cover to be aligned horizontally. Any excessive
unevenness (uneven tiles, Cotswold stone, etc.) should be rectified.
The appliance must not stand on combustible materials or carpets. Where no hearth
is fitted.

5.9 Fireplace clearances.

5.9.1 DO NOT install onto a combustable wall; all combustable materials must be
removed from the area shown in below diagram. The use of heat resistant plaster or
board is recomended within the below shaded areas.
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5.9.2 A combustable shelf must be a minimum of 400mm above the top of the
appliance. This is based on a 150mm deep shelf. For every extra 13mm of depth add
25mm above the 400mm from the top of the appliance, not the trim.
5.9.3 A side wall must be a minimum of 300mm from the side of the appliance, not
the trim.
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