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B. Design and Installation Considerations
NOTICE:
Check building codes prior to installation.
•
Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations.
•
Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fire
officials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions,
installation inspection and permits.
•
Before installing, determine the following:
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Where the fireplace is to be installed.
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The vent system configuration to be used.
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Gas supply piping.
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Electrical wiring.
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Framing and finishing details.
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Whether optional accessories - devices such as a
fan, wall switch or remote control - are desired.
1. Selecting Fireplace Locations
This fireplace may be used as a room divider, installed
along a wall, across a corner or used in an exterior chase.
See Figure 2.2.
Locating the fireplace in a basement should be avoided.
Locating near frequently opened doors, central heat
outlets or returns, or other locations of considerable air
movement can affect the performance.
24-3/8 in.
(619 mm)
52-1/2 in.
(1334 mm)
(2664 mm)
As a room
divider
77-5/8 in.
(1972 mm)
48 in.
(1219 mm)
24 in.
(610 mm)
Figure 2.2
Fireplace Locations
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74-1/4 in.
(1886 mm)
Across a
corner
61-5/8 in.
(1565 mm)
104-7/8in.
30-1/2 in.
(775 mm)
Consideration should be given to these factors before
deciding on a location.
NOTICE: In addition to these framing dimensions, also
reference the following section:
• Clearances (Section 3).
NOTICE:
• Illustrations and photos reflect typical installations and
are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY.
•
Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale.
•
Actual installation/appearance may vary due to individual
design preference.
•
Hearth & Home Technologies reserves the right to alter
its products.
NOTICE:
A minimum 1-1/2 in. air clearance at the back and
a minimum 1-1/2 in. air clearance to the sides of
the fireplace assembly must be maintained.
Chimney sections at any level require
a 2 in. minimum air space clearance
between the framing and chimney sec-
tions.
30-1/2 in.
(775 mm)
77-5/8 in.*
(1972 mm)
24 in.
(610 mm)
In an exterior chase
or projecting into a
garage
Along a wall
77-5/8 in.
(1972 mm)
Note: 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) min.
distance from sides & back
of fireplace to combustible
materials. 1/2 in. (13 mm)
min. at nailing flanges.
* 8 in. (203 mm) extra space
included (both sides) for outside
air connection. If outside air duct
has no bend, this dimension
may be reduced as long as
minimum clearances are met.
1/2 in. (13 mm)
all configurations
30-1/2 in.
(775 mm)
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