Clearances - Monessen Hearth BLDV400 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

CLEARANCES

CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow
instructions exactly can create a fire hazard.
The appliance cannot be installed on a carpet, tile or other combustible material other
than wood flooring. If installed on carpet or vinyl flooring, the appliance shall be installed
on a metal, wood or noncombustible material panel extending full width and depth of
the appliance.
Figure 5 - Clearances from the mantel,
ceiling, and side wall.
MANTEL CLEARANCES
NOTE: The combustible area above the facing must not protrude more than 3/4" from the facing. If it does,
it is considered a mantel and must meet the mantel requirements listed in this manual.
10
All mantel shelves, regardless of depth, should be a
minimum of 13" from top opening of fireplace. Mantel
shelf shall not exceed 12" maximum depth at 13"
minimum height from opening.
Fireplace
Opening
Figure 5a - Mantel clearances.
Wall
Combustible
Material Area
1"
1.5" 1.5"
3.5" 3.5"
4.5"
2.5"
45°
3"
5"
6"
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