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D. Finishing Material
Refer to Sections 11.A. and Sections 11.B. for combus-
tible/non-combustible materials. Refer to Figure 11.2 for
non-combustible zone.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! You must maintain clearances.
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Use only non-combustible framing material below
standoffs.
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Sheetrock, wood or other combustibles must NOT be
used as sheathing or facing in the non-combustible
zone.
•
DO NOT cover metal fireplace front with combustible
materials.
•
Install combustible materials only to specified clearances
on top front and side edges.
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Complete framing and apply facing material (drywall)
over framing.
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A bead of 300-deg F minimum non-combustible sealant
must be used to close off any gaps at the top and sides
between the fireplace and facing to prevent cold air
leaks.
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Large gaps can be bridged with fiberglass rope
gasket.
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Only non-combustible materials may be used to cover
the metal fireplace front.
Finished combustible wall
Combustible material
Non-combustible
decorative facing
(up to full brick depth)
Continuous,
non-combustible sealant
Tile, stone or other
non-combustible material
1/2 in. Micore
or equivilent
insulation
Figure 11.3 Decorative Facing
40
Hearth
Refractory
Metal strips are placed 2 in. (51 mm)
under the front of the fireplace and must
extend beyond the front and sides of
fireplace opening by 2 in. (51 mm)
Heat & Glo • BAY-40, PIER-40 • 34977 • Rev AE • 05/07/13
The metal surfaces of the fireplace
may be covered with non-combustible
materials only.
Do not cover grills.
Figure 11.2 Non-combustible Materials Zone
Flat 2 x 4 stud wall
2 x 4 header, flush with
front of stand-offs
Floor constructed of wood or
other combustible material
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