Fireplace Framing And Installation - Empire Comfort Systems VFP32BP20LN-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

FIREPLACE FRAMING AND INSTALLATION

Fireplace framing can be built before or after the fireplace is set in
place. Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall covering
and fireplace facing material. The fireplace framing should be
constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier.
NAIL OR OTHER SUITABLE FASTENER
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1. Place fireplace in framing opening.
2. Using the four (4) nailing flanges provided with the fireplace,
attach two (2) flanges on each side. Attach flanges through
prepunched holes. Additional hole locations will be used for
different finishing material with thicknesses of 1/2", 5/8" and
3/4". Attach these flanges with screws provided, two (2) per
nailing flange.
3. Nailing flanges should fit directly against framing material. Use
at least one (1) nail per tab to secure in place.
"A"
"B"
"C"
Attention: Add 3 3/4" to "A" Dimensions when using flush mantel
base.
VFP32BP VFP36BP
36 1/4" 38 1/4"
34 1/2" 39 1/2"
17 7/8" 17 7/8"
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