Valcourt ANTOINETTE FP7CB Installation And Operation Manual page 14

B. Frame the fireplace with vertical studs on each side of the fireplace running from floor to
ceiling (see Figure 15). Position the studs back from the front edge of the fireplace, leaving
a space the thickness of the facing material so that the facing can be installed flush with the
fireplace facing (within limitations of Figure 15). Frame headers between the vertical studs
only as follows:
− Place 2 x 3 or 2 x 4 headers, only along the upper part of the front, side and back faces.
Do not put wood or any combustible material within the area above the fireplace except
on the front facing.
− Place headers only as required to support the facing and mantel.
WARNING: DO NOT PACK REQUIRED AIR SPACES WITH INSULATION OR
OTHER MATERIAL.
WARNING: THE FIREPLACE MUST NOT BE IN CONTACT WITH ANY
INSULATION OR LOOSE FILLING MATERIAL. COVER THE
INSULATION
FIREPLACE.
WITH DRYWALL
Figure 12 (a)
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PANELS AROUND THE