Framing Dimensions - Rinnai Linear Series Installation Manual

Framing dimensions

The main points governing location are flueing and warm air distribution.
For the following framing dimensions it is important to be aware that the studs are offset—
the cavity needs to be framed based on the
IMPORTANT
Base board and connection cutouts
To ensure everything lines up and fits properly it's recommended that on the base the following
dimensions are pencilled; glass centreline, unit depth centreline, feet position, gas and room
thermistor cutouts.
Gas supply hole
A (room supply air)
Cavity ventilation
Ventilation of at least 2000 mm
of the fire. This is to provide room air at ambient room temperature to the fire thermistor located in
the base of the fire. Ventilation can be via a vent or an open toe kick at the base of the cavity—it
must be in the same room as the fire.
Additionally the top of the cavity must be ventilated into the room or another space. This ventilation
opening must also be at least 2000 mm
which if left unvented could cause damage to wall surfaces or coverings and/or cause the fire to
cut out.
Additional framing notes
Wallboard is set 1 mm back from the front edge of the lips to allow for a slim edge plaster finish.
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To ensure the appliance performs correctly, without rattling, the Linear MUST BE installed on
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a flat level support base. The joists must be cable of supporting a minimum of 1.5 times the
weight of the appliance—base panel is also designed to take the weight of the wallboard.
Issues caused by rattling fires not installed on a flat level base, as detailed in this guide, will
not be covered by warranty.
IMPORTANT
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Glass centreline
220
Assumes 10 mm wall board
Linear 800 Linear 1000
50 mm 50 mm
must be provided into the installation cavity, ideally below the base
2
This opening prevents heat build up inside the cavity,
2.
centreline of the
A
Room thermistor Ø 40 mm
Linear 1500
255 mm
glass, not the opening size.