Masport Piccolo Installation Instructions Manual page 31

FRAMING AND FINISHING
1) For ease of installation, frame your fireplace after it is positioned and the flue system is installed. Remember to
install the top standoffs.
CAUTION: Verify your fireplace dimensions, framing methods and finished wall facing details before
framing. Determine the total thickness of facing material - drywall plus ceramic tiles, slate, etc. Allow
the finish surface to be flush with the front or side of the unit. Total facing thickness can vary from
13mm to 32mm thick.
2) When locating your appliance on an exterior wall or in a chase, apply a vapour barrier and drywall, as per local
building codes. DO NOT INSULATE THE FIREPLACE ITSELF.
CAUTION: The unit does not have to be completely enclosed in a chase. The clearance on top of the unit is
0mm to the standoffs so combustible building materials can be laid directly on top of the standoffs. You must
maintain clearance from the flue to combustible materials for both rigid and flex.
P121 - See Thru
C
A
B
Note: These units are
non-load bearing.
Framing Dimensions
P121 (See Thru)
A 25"(635mm)
minus two times
the finishing
material thickness* material thickness*
B 42-1/2"(1080mm)
C 46-3/4"(1187mm)
* Finish material thickness includes: drywall, ceramic
tile, slate, etc.
P131 - Pier
C
B
P131 (Pier)
25"(635mm)
minus two times
the finishing
42-1/2"(1080mm)
45" (1143mm)
minus one time
the finishing
material thickness*
A
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