Finishing; Mantel Projections; Facing Material - Heatilator RBV4236IH Owner's Manual

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Finishing

A. Mantel Projections
Figure 11.1 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding
maximum horizontal dimensions of appliance mantels or
other combustible projections above the top front edge of
the appliance.
7
6
11-1/2
5
10-3/4
4
10
3
9-1/4
8-1/2
6-1/2
Figure 11.1 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above
Appliance.
Top of
Appliance
1 in. (25mm) min.
A
to perpendicular wall
B 3-1/2 in. (89 mm) min.
from fireplace opening
to perpendicular wall
Figure 11.2 Mantel Leg or Wall Projections
(Acceptable on both sides of opening)
24
30 in. minimum
17
16
15
18-1/4
14
17-1/2
13
16-3/4
12
16
11
15-1/4
10
14-1/2
9
13-3/4
8
13
12-1/4
Measured from top of hood (in inches)
Drywall
A
48 in.
(1219 mm)
max.
B
Mantel Leg or
Perpendicular Wall
Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07
B. Facing Material
to ceiling
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19
These surfaces
may be
covered with
noncombustible
material
Figure 11.3 Noncombustible Facing Diagram
• Black metal appliance front may be covered with non-
combustible material only.
• Do NOT overlap combustible materials onto appliance
front.
• Install combustible materials only up to specifi ed
clearances on top, front and sides.
• Seal joints between the fi nished wall and appliance
top and sides using only a 300° F minimum sealant.
WARNING
Fire Risk
Do NOT obstruct air inlets.
Finishing materials must not interfere with:
• Air fl ow through inlets.
• Access for service.
High temperature sealant
WARNING
Fire Risk
Finish all edges and fronts to clearances and
specifi cations listed in manual.
These surfaces may
be covered with
noncombustible
material