Built-In Fireplace Installation - Empire Comfort Systems VFP20IN3 series Owner's Manual

In planning the installation for the fireplace, it is necessary
to determine where the unit is to be installed and whether
optional accessories are desired. Gas supply piping should
also be planned at this time.
The fireplace can be mounted on any of these surfaces:
1. A flat hard combustible or non-combustible surface.
2. A raised platform of combustible or non-combustible
material.
3. Four (4) corners of the fireplace so contact is made on
all four perimeter edges on the bottom of the unit.
(Example: Four (4) concrete masonry blocks.)
This unit is designed to be installed in a zero-clearance en-
closure. This means the combustible material can come in
contact with the firebox.

Built-In Fireplace Installation

Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing the
fireplace into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of
the fireplace flush with a wall. If installing a mantel above the
fireplace, you must follow the clearances shown in Figures
10 through 12. Follow the instructions below to install the
fireplace in this manner.
Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions show in Figure 3
for a conventional rough opening. Use dimensions shown in
Figure 4 for corner rough opening. Be sure to provide gas
line for fireplace and electrical power for optional blower as-
Rough Opening for Installing in Wall
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BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Figure 3
A
13 3/4"
(349.3mm)
16 3/4"
(425.5 mm)
If the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other
combustible material other than wood flooring, it should be
installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width
and depth of the unit.
At this point, you should have decided what components
to include in your installation, and where the fireplace is to
be located. If this has not been done, stop and consult your
dealer for assistance with this planning.
sembly.
1. Gas line connections must be made at this time. When
facing the appliance, the gas supply will enter on the
right-hand side. See "Gas Supply" pages 15 to 16.
2. Insert fireplace into enclosure.
3. Level firebox. See "Positioning, Leveling and Securing
Insert" on Page 8.
4. Finished wall surface will be flush to the leading edge of
fireplace top and sides.
5. If used, the surround panel assembly is installed after
the fireplace has been installed with all the gas and
electrical connection completed. See Page 22. Refer to
instructions included with the surround panel kit.
6. Installation of built-in fireplace is completed.
Rough Opening for Installing in Corner
B C
27 3/4" 18 1/2"
(704.9 mm) (470 mm)
30 1/2" 22 1/2"
(774.7 mm) (571.5 mm)
25 5/8"
650.9mm
B
51 1/4" (1301.8mm)
Figure 4
D
36 1/4"
(920.8 mm)
36 1/4"
(920.8 mm)
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