Finish Requirements; Installation Components - Superior BC36MH Installation Instructions Manual

Calculating Minimum Thickness if
Multiple Materials are Used
At times it is important to know what
combination of materials are acceptable for use
as fl oor protection. The "R values" are used to
determine acceptable combinations of materials
because "R values" are additive where r and k
values are not.
"R value" = 1/k = "r" x thickness of material
used
Example: Given that the required "R value"
for a suitable fl oor protector used must be
equal to or greater than:
"R" = x T = 1.19 x 1" = 1.19."
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If it is desired to elevate a marble hearth
extension to a level of 5" or more above
the fl oor surface. What combination of
noncombustible materials can be used to
accomplish this?
If common brick is used so that the 3 1/2"
dimension is the height, "R" for the common
brick becomes:
brick
"R" = r x T = 0.20 x 3 1/2" = .70
M M S
Using 1/2" of mortar to set the brick, "R" for
the mortar is calculated as follows:
mortar
"R" = r x T = 0.20 x 1/2" = .10
M M S
Next, a 3/4" marble slab set in 1/2" mortar cov-
ers the brick, "R" for the marble and mortar
becomes:
marble
"R" = r x T = 0.05 x 3/4" = .038
M M S
mortar
"R" = r x T = 0.20 x 1/2" = .10
M M S
The sum of all "R values" is: .70 + .10 +. 038
+ .10 = .938
This would NOT be an acceptable combination
of material for the hearth extension since the
total calculated "R value" of the materials used
is under the required "R value" of 1.19. An
additional layer of insulating materials must
be used.
Note: Also s ee NFI Certifi cation Manuals for
expanded explanation on calculating "R val-
ues" when multiple materials are used.
WARNING
The crack between the fi replace
and the hearth extension must be
sealed with a noncombustible
material.
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WARNING
When installing hearth extension
in front of a non-circulating fi re-
place model, the fi replace must be
raised if height of hearth extension
exceeds 3-5/16" above the bottom
of fi replace (Figure 43).
When installing the hearth exten-
sion be careful not to block the
heat-circulating air inlet grill on
circulating models.
3-3/4"
3-5/16"
Max. Thickness Of Hearth Extension When
Fireplace Is On The Floor
Figure 43
Secure the hearth extension to the fl oor to
prevent possible shifting.
FINISH TO YOUR TASTE
There are a wide variety of "fi nished looks" for
these fi replaces, from formal wall decor with
elaborate mantels to rustic wood paneling or
warm brick facings.
Only noncombustible materials like stone, tile,
brick, etc., may overlap the black front facing.
Do not extend these materials beyond the black
facing and into the fi rebox area. Be sure not to
interfere with the installation and operation of
glass doors or block the upper or lower grilles.
Seal all joints between the black facing and
wall surrounds to prevent air intrusion. Use
noncombustible caulking material only to seal
the black metal facing to the surround material
on the fi nished wall.
Combustible materials may project beyond the
sides of the fi replace opening as long as they
are kept within the shaded areas illustrated in
Figure 44.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
Combustible
Materials
Allowed In
Shaded Area
"Safe Zone"
7"
45
12"
Min. Distance To
7"
Protected Side Wall
Min. Distance To
12"
Unprotected Side Wall
Figure 44
ACCESSORY PARTS AND COMPONENTS
LIST FOR MODELS BCD36MH AND
BC36MH
The accessory parts and components shown on
Pages 18 and 19 are to be used only with your
BCD36MH or BC36MH fi replace system.
If you encounter any problems or have questions
concerning the installation or application of this
system, please contact your distributor. For the
name of your nearest distributor call:
LHP
1110 West Taft Avenue
Orange, CA 92865

INSTALLATION COMPONENTS

The following items are available for use in the
installation of this appliance.
Blower Kit is installed as
a standard component
on model BCD36MH
(optional kit for model
BC36MH)
Forced Air Blower Kit 36L32
Fireplace
1"
BFK36