Installation Into A Factory-Built Fireplace - Quadra-Fire MTVERNINSAE-MBK Installation Manual

MT VERNON AE INSERT
D. Installation into a Factory-Built Fireplace
The following modifications are permissible:
• Removal of damper or locked in open position
• Removal of smoke shelf or baffle
• Removal of ember catches
• Removal of fire grate
• Removal of view screen/curtain
• Removal of doors
• Removal of factory-built fireplace floor
• External trim pieces which do not affect the operation of
the fireplace may be removed providing they can be stored
on or within the fireplace for reassembly if the insert is
removed.
• The permanent metal warning label provided must be
attached to the back of the fireplace, with screws or
nails, stating that the fireplace may have been altered to
accommodate the insert, and must be returned to original
condition for use as a conventional fireplace. Figure 10.1
WARNING
THIS FIREPLACE MAY HAVE BEEN ALTERED
TO ACCOMMODATE AN INSERT. IT MUST BE
RETURNED TO ITS ORIGINAL CONDITION
BEFORE USE AS A SOLID FUEL BURNING
FIREPLACE.
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Figure 10.1
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5.5 in. width x 2 in. height
• If the hearth extension is lower than the fireplace opening,
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the portion of the insert extending onto the hearth must be
with 1/8 in. holes on both sides.
Black letters
supported.
• Manufacturer designed adjustable support kit can be
ordered from your dealer.
NOTE: Refer to chimney liner manufacturer for recom-
mendations on supporting the liner. Installation into
fireplaces without a permit will void the listing.•
• The firebrick (refractory), glass doors, screen rails,
screen mesh and log grates can be removed from a fac-
tory-built firebox in order to gain minimum insert opening
requirements.
• Any smoke shelves, shields and baffles may be removed
from a factory-built firebox if attached with mechanical
fasteners.
• The metal floor of the factory-built firebox may be
removed to facilitate the installation of the insert only
when a 1 inch (25mm) airspace is provided between the
insert and the floor of outer wrap.
• Use of three inch or four inch stainless steel liner is
approved.
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The following is only one example as there are many differ-
ent models of factory-built fireplaces.
NOTE: This example is for reference only. Any modifica-
tions must not compromise the structural integrity
or reduce the protection for combustible materials.
Mark area of
floor to cut
Figure 10.2. Measure and mark the metal
floor for cutting. With a drill, make a starter
hole in each corner.
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Figure 10.3. Using a saws-all, cut out the
floor.
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Starter hole
October 3, 2017