Vermont Casting EWF30 User Manual 2

EWF30 Fireplace
Homeowner’s Installation and Operating Manual
SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, OPERATED AND MAIN­TAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.
CFM Specialty Home Products
410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 • 905-670-7777
www.majesticproducts.com • www.vermontcastings.com
Do Not Discard This Manual: Retain for Future Use
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Vermont Castings EWF30
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Vermont Castings, EWF30 fireplace. An efficient fireplace carefully engineered to bring you the latest in wood combustion principles and modern foundry technology.
You can count on years of comfortable heating and pleasurable fire viewing if you treat it properly and operate the EWF30 according to the directions in this owner’s guide.
The EWF30 is listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories, and is in compliance with the standards set forth by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency, 40 CFR Part 60.532(b), as stated on the permanent label attached to each appli­ance.
This manual describes the installation and operation of the EWF30 wood heater. This heater meets the US Environ mental Protection Agency’s emission limits for wood heaters sold after July 1, 1990. Under specific test conditions this heater has been shown to deliver heat at a rate ranging from 11,000 to 68,600 Btu’s/hr.
For more complete details on the EWF30 performance and specifications, please refer to Page 4.
The EWF30 is designed, tested and listed for burning wood. Do not burn other fuels.
We recommend that you hire a professional installer certified by Wood Energy Technical Training (WETT) to install your EWF30, or to advise you on the installation should you attempt to install it yourself.
Please read the appropriate sections of this manual before you install and use your EWF30. For information on opera­tion and maintenance of the EWF30, refer to Pages 18 and 22.
The EWF fireplace can use 100% outside air with the AKMST Outside Air Kit installed (supplied with fireplace).
Failure to follow these instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury or even death.
Save These Instructions for Future Reference
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................ 2
Safety Information ..................................................... 3
Specifications ............................................................
Planning Information ................................................. 7
Installation ................................................................. 8
Operation ................................................................. 18
Maintenance ............................................................ 22
Replacement Parts .................................................. 26
Optional Accessories ...............................................
Warranty ..................................................................
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Proposition 65 Warning: Fuels used in gas, wood­burning or oil fired appliances, and the products of combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth de-
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fects and other reproductive harm. California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6
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Safety Information
Please Read This Manual Before Installing and Using Fireplace
IMPORTANT:
Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
Description
The EWF30 fireplace is a clean burning, non-catalytic, EPA certified solid fuel, wood burning, heat circulating fireplace.
Precautions
CFM Specialty Home Products fireplaces and com­ponent parts have been highly tested and will operate safely when installed in accordance with instructions provided in this manual. Carefully read and understand all instructions before beginning installation.
If you notice any damage to fireplace or component parts, immediately report damage to your CFM Spe­cialty Home Products dealer.
Only use CFM Specialty Home Products components or the warranty will be voided and a fire hazard may be created.
CFM Specialty Home Products warranty will be voided by and CFM Specialty Home Products disclaims any responsibility for the following actions:
Installation of any damaged fireplace or chim-
ney component;
Modification of fireplace, chimney assembly
or any component parts thereof; (except for chase flashings as detailed in CFM Corporation Chimney Top installation instructions).
Installation other than as instructed by CFM
Specialty Home Products; or
Installation and/or use of any component
part not manufactured or approved by CFM Specialty Home Products in combination or assembly with a CFM Specialty Home Prod­ucts fireplace system, notwithstanding any independent testing laboratory or other third party approval of such component parts or accessory.
Any such action may possibly cause a fire hazard.
Consult local building codes to ensure that you are in compliance before installing the fireplace.
This fireplace and chimney system must be vented to the out-of-doors.
Do not obstruct or modify air inlets/outlets in any manner.
Do not install combustible materials on any of the black fireplace surround.
Burn only solid wood fuel.
The EWF30 is intended for operation with the doors closed or fully open only with the optional spark screen in place. The doors must be in the fully closed position for clean burning operation.
Do not install a solid fuel burning insert or other products not specified for use with this fireplace.
This fireplace is not approved for installation in mobile homes.
NOTE: Hairline cracks in hearth brick and ash lips are not a safety issue and do not need to be re­placed.
Drafts
The fireplace should not be located in areas that create drafts (ie: frequently opened doors and central heating air inlets/outlets) that hamper the normal flow of air into the fire.
EWF30
Listed
UL 127 / ULC-S610
Standard for Factory Built Fireplaces
Unit: WFE05H0
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12”
(305 mm)
26”
(660 mm)
27”
(686 mm)
Rough Opening Width 39
(1000 mm)
37” (949 mm)
11” Dia. (279 mm)
5/8” (16 mm) Recessed Nailing Flange
32” (826 mm)
37” (949 mm)
47"
(1203 mm)
6
(159 mm)
10”
(254 mm)
Outside Air
43
(1102 mm)
64" (1635 mm)
64" (1635 mm)
1" (25 mm)
1“
91” (2311 mm)
46
(1172 mm)
5/8" (16 mm)
Electrical Access
4
(124 mm)
12
(318 mm)
25“ (635 mm)
23” (597 mm)
12"
(318 mm)
12”
(305 mm)
EWF30
Specifications
Range of heat output* ............... 11,100 - 40,500 Btu/hr
Maximum heat output** ....... in excess of 55,000 Btu/hr
EPA emissions rating (g/h) ......................................3.5*
Area heated*** .............. Up to 2,400 sq. ft. (223 sq. m)
Size of wood splits ....................18” - 23” (457-584 mm)
Fuel Capacity .......................................... 40lbs. (18 kg)
Loading ..................................................................Front
Flue size .................................................... 8” (203 mm)
Fireplace weight ............................................... 350 lbs.
Primary Air Control ............................................ Manual
Glass panel ......................... High-temperature ceramic
Flue exit position ..................................................... Top
Blower rating ...............................160cfm. (115V, 60Hz)
EWF30 Woodburning Fireplace
*Under specific test conditions used during EPA emis
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sions standard testing. **This value can vary depending on how the unit is
operated, and the type and moisture content of the fuel used. Figure shown is based on maximum fuel con­sumption obtained under laboratory conditions and on average efficiencies.
***These values are based on operation in building­code conforming homes under typical winter climate conditions. If your home is of nonstandard construction (e.g. unusually well insulated, not insulated, built under ground, etc.) or if you live in a more severe or more temperate climate, these figures may not apply. Since so many variables affect performance, consult your Ver­mont Castings’ Authorized Dealer to determine realistic expectations for your home.
Fig. 1 EWF30 specifications and framing.
An optional Gravity Vent Kit is available for installation on top of the fireplace as a means to provide additional heat to the room the fireplace is in or an adjacent room. Installation instructions are provided with the Gravity Vent Kit if using this option.
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Chase Installation
Insulation methods shown are optional for cold climate, not a requirement for unit operation.
Batt Insulation (cut out around firestop)
Firestop
Ceiling Level
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Termination Cap
Storm Collar
Pan Flashing
Draftstop
Batt Insulation MUST be used in the Chase.
Electrical Access
Fig. 2 Fireplace and chase parts identification.
Standoff
Brick Ledge
Andiron
Metal Safety Strips (1,2 or 3 pieces)
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D
Rise
B
G
H
B
Offset
C
E
6 FT.
G
H
A
Hearth Floor
Chimney Section
CHIMNEY FLUE EXIT
Elbow
TCS8A Support
Example 1 Example 2 Example 3
Offset
Rise
Chimney Requirements - Offset Installations
Notes: G + H cannot exceed 20 feet.
Air Space Clearances: “SK” Series (2-wall) = 1¹⁄₂” Min. to Combustibles “S” Series (3-wall) = 2” Min. to Combustibles
Illustration Key
The following safety rules apply to offset installations (letters correspond with illustration above):
A. Height of the chimney is measured from the hearth to the chimney exit.
Maximum: 50’ Minimum: Without Elbows 17’0” With 2 Elbows* 19’0” With 4 Elbows* 21’0”
B. Do not use more than 4 elbows per chimney.
Attach the straps of the return (top) elbow to a structural framing member.
The offset (first) elbow of any pair does not have straps.
Fig. 3 Chimney system requirements.
EWF30
30°
Return
Elbow
30° Offset Elbow
30°
Return
Elbow
30° Offset Elbow
C. The chimney cannot be more than 30˚ (45˚ in Canada) from the vertical plane in any installation*.
D. The maximum length of the angled run of the total chimney system is 20 feet. (G plus H cannot exceed 20 feet.)
E. A chimney support (Model SKCS8) is required every 6 feet of angled run of chimney. Chimney supports are required for every 30 feet and 60 feet (SK8 pipe) or 20 feet and 40 feet (3-wall pipe) of ver­tical chimney height above the hearth.
Determine the offset distance of your chimney arrangement from the centerline of the fireplace to the centerline of the chimney where it is to pass through the first ceiling.
NOTE: This offset distance may not be your full offset distance. See Examples 2 and 3.
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30˚ Elbow Offsets
1’
3’ 4’
1¹⁄₂'
0 0 0 0 0 3” 11”
1 0 0 0 0 8 0 1 0 0 0 11 2 0 0 0 0 13¹⁄₂" 29¹⁄₄" 1 1 0 0 0 16 0 0 1 0 0 20 2 1 0 0 0 21³⁄₄" 43¹⁄₂" 0 0 0 1 0 26 0 1 1 0 0 28 1 0 0 1 0 31¹⁄₂" 60¹⁄₄” 0 1 0 1 0 34 0 0 2 0 0 37 1 1 0 1 1 41¹⁄₂" 77³⁄₄" 0 0 1 1 1 45" 83³⁄₄" 0 1 2 0 1 47¹⁄₄" 87¹⁄₂"
FP269
0 0 0 2 1 51" 94" 0 1 1 1 1 53¹⁄₄" 98" 0 0 3 0 1 56¹⁄₄" 103¹⁄₄" 0 1 0 2 1 59 0 0 2 1 1 62 0 1 3 0 1 64¹⁄₂" 117¹⁄₂" 0 0 1 2 1 68 0 1 2 1 1 70 0 0 0 3 1 74¹⁄₄" 134¹⁄₂" 0 1 1 2 2 78" 140 0 0 3 1 2 81" 146" 0 1 0 3 2 84" 151 0 0 2 2 2 87" 156 0 1 3 1 2 89¹⁄₄" 160¹⁄₄" 0 0 1 3 2 93" 166 0 1 2 2 2 95 0 0 0 4 2 99¹⁄₄" 177³⁄₄" 0 1 1 3 2 101 0 0 3 2 2 104 0 1 0 4 2 107¹⁄₄" 191¹⁄₂" 0 0 2 3 2 110 0 1 3 2 3 114" 203 0 0 1 4 3 117³⁄₄" 209³⁄₄" 0 1 2 3 3 120" 213¹⁄₂" 0 0 0 5 3 123³⁄₄" 220"
Offset
Chimney
Support
Rise
¹⁄₄" 20" ¹⁄₄" 25¹⁄₄"
¹⁄₂" 34¹⁄₄" ¹⁄₄" 40³⁄₄"
¹⁄₄" 51¹⁄₄" ¹⁄₂" 55¹⁄₄"
¹⁄₂" 65¹⁄₂" ¹⁄₂" 70³⁄₄"
¹⁄₄" 108¹⁄₂" ¹⁄₄" 113¹⁄₂"
¹⁄₄" 124" ¹⁄₂" 128"
³⁄₄"
¹⁄₄" ¹⁄₂"
³⁄₄"
¹⁄₄" 170³⁄₄"
¹⁄₄" 181³⁄₄" ¹⁄₄" 186¹⁄₄"
¹⁄₄" 196³⁄₄"
¹⁄₄"
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2' Min.
2' Min.
3'
Min.
0 To 10'
3'
Min.
0 To 10'
Reference Point
L
1
L
1
L
T
TOTAL
LENGTH
(L
T
)
INSTALLED
LENGTH
(L
1
)
" " " "
" " " "
TRIPLE
WALL
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Planning an installation is very important to ensure safety and to save time and money. An installer must predetermine where a fireplace will be set and how the chimney system will be run.
Mounting the Fireplace
The fireplace is shipped with lifting handles attached to each side with lifting straps. NOTE: The lifting straps are intended for ligting unit off of the skid and final po­sitioning. Unit should remain on skid until final position­ing. After fireplace is in position, the lifting handle and straps may be removed or left in place.
A fireplace may only be mounted on the following sur­faces:
1. A flat combustible surface.
2. A raised wooden platform.
3. A concrete block or other solid object placed beneath each of the four (4) corners of the fireplace.
The fireplace must be spaced 1” from a combustible back wall and 1” from a combustible side wall or sup-
port. (Page 13, Fig. 17)
Planning the Chimney Run
TOTAL INSTALLED TRIPLE LENGTH LENGTH WALL (L
SK81 11¹⁄₂ 10¹⁄₂
SK818 17
SK83 35
SK84 47
) (L1)
T
¹⁄₂ 16¹⁄₂
¹⁄₂ 34¹⁄₂
¹⁄₂ 46¹⁄₂
FP288a
5. No more than 2 offsets (4 total 30° elbows in U.S./or 2 total 45° elbows in Canada) per fireplace may be used.
6. A guy wire stabilizer is required for chimneys extend­ing more than 6’ (1.8m) above a roof line.
The Ten Foot Rule
Major U.S. building codes specify a minimum chimney height above the roof top. The “Ten Foot Rule” is a fire safety rule and not a draft rule. To ensure proper draft, it is recommended that you always meet or exceed the “Ten Foot Rule,” especially when installing a termination on a high pitch roof. (Fig. 5)
The key points of the “Ten Foot Rule” are:
1. If the horizontal distance from the chimney to the
peak of the roof is 10’ (3m) or less, the top of the chimney must be at least 2’ (610mm) above the peak of the roof, but never less than 3’ (914mm) in height above the highest point where it passes through the roof.
2. If a horizontal distance from the chimney to the peak
of the roof is more than 10’ (3m), a chimney height reference point is established that is on the surface of the roof a distance of 10’ (3m) from the chimney in a horizontal plane. The top of the chimney must be at least 2’ (610mm) above the reference point, but never less than 3’ (914mm) in height above the high­est point where it passes through the roof.
Fig. 4 Installed lengths of chimney sections.
Determine how the chimney will be run, length of run and chimney components required to complete the job. (Fig. 4) Never install a chimney below minimum heights.
In planning a chimney system, it is important to know:
1. The height of a chimney is measured from the hearth to the exit point on the termination.
2. A chimney cannot be offset more than 30° from a vertical plane.
3. A chimney may run straight up or it may be neces­sary to offset it to avoid obstructions.
4. The maximum length of an angled run (total chimney system) is 20 feet.
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Fig. 5 Ten Foot Rule illustration.
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Chimney Supports
The chimney system is supported by the fireplace for vertical chimney heights less than 30’ (9m) above the hearth. Chimney supports are required if the vertical height exceeds 30’ (9m). Locate chimney supports at ceiling holes or other structural framing at 30’ (9m) heights. Spacing between chimney supports must not exceed 30’ (9m). Use Chimney Support Model SKCS8.
(NOTE: The SKCS8 cannot be mounted directly to the fireplace.) Support provided by elbow straps fulfills
the support requirement only if they are spaced as pre­viously described. (A chimney support is 2¹⁄₂" (64mm) long when installed.)
Angled chimney runs require a support every 6’ (1.8m) in addition to the elbow straps. Chimney supports are
used for this function. (Fig. 6)
Chimney Sup­port Strap
TCS8A
FP284a
Fig. 6 Chimney support installation.
Installation
Insulating Fireplace Enclosure
for Cold Climates
If you live in a cold climate, it is not required but highly recommended that you insulate fireplace enclosure to eliminate cold air penetration as much as possible.
Insulate base of fireplace with a noncombustible insulation rated for a minimum of 300° F. Insulating is very important for outside wall installations over a concrete slab. If fireplace is installed on a platform, insulation should be placed on top of the platform before fireplace is set. (Fig. 7)
When a fireplace is installed in a chase or on an outside wall, enclosure should be treated like any outside wall in a home. Insulation should be installed on the inside wall as well as the outside wall(s). In a chase, it is also a good idea to install a firestop at the first ceiling level above the fireplace and enclose the chase with sheeting material. Insulation may then be installed above sheeting material to assure the space around the fireplace is totally protected. (Fig. 2)
When installing the chimney, DO NOT caulk between outer pipe and firestop. It is vital that some air be al­lowed to flow through this very thin gap.
CAUTION: When installing a fireplace in an insu lated enclosure, be sure all required air spaces are maintained. (Page 13, Fig. 17)
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Chase Installation
A chase is a vertical box-like structure which encloses the fireplace and/or chimney. Chases are typically built on the outside of the house with fireplace opening cut into the outer wall of a room. (Page 5, Fig. 2)
If you need help in determining fireplace location or how the chimney system should be run, contact your Ver­mont Castings dealer for assistance.
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Hard Flat Surface
Insulation
Platform
FP1562
Fig. 7 Insulating between platform and fireplace.
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9"
(241mm)
Framing
Framing can be constructed before or after the fireplace is set in place, however, most installers build the frame before setting the fireplace.
Frame fireplace with 2 x 4 lumber or heavier materi­als. Refer to framing dimensions in Figure 1 for basic fireplace specifications.
NOTE: Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall covering and fireplace facing material.
EB1 (Receptacle) Hookup
Option for Circulating Models Only
Wiring should be installed by a certified electrician.
Turn off circuit breaker before wiring models.
Once fireplace is secured, complete wiring the fan kit. Remove knockout in the center of the back of the EB1 and install listed cable clamps. Feed electrical wire through listed cable clamp leaving approximately six (6) inches of wire exposed through the EB1. Secure listed cable clamp to the wire.
Attach white wire from power source to one (1) wire of receptacle and secure with nut. Attach black wire from power source to the other wire of receptacle and secure with nut. Be sure nuts are secured tightly.
Secure EB1 assembly to inside of electrical box cover­plate using two screws. Attach cover to face of the EB1 while being careful to position excess wire completely within the EB1, then attach coverplate to fireplace.
Chimney Centerline
Actual Centerpoint
Plumb Line
Plumb Bob
Imaginary Centerpoint
Chimney Set-Up
Since you have already planned the chimney run, you should know exactly how the installation is to be ac­complished - how much pipe is required, the number of elbows, if any, and type of termination to be used.
CAUTION: Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment, specifically check the end connection of chimney sections and elbows.
NOTE: Fireplaces may use CFM Corporation Model SK8, or Model S (three wall) chimney systems. The BR/BC Series Fireplace will accept the SK8 chimney system as is; but a TWABR adapter collar is required when using the Model S (triple wall) chimney system. The installation procedure described in this manual applies only to the SK8 system. Either chimney system
may be used, but may not be mixed.
Straight-Up Chimney Installation
To mark the centerline of the flue, put the fireplace in final position and measure out from the wall: 9¹⁄₂" (241mm). Mark a spot on the ceiling directly above the fireplace. Draw a line parallel to the back wall through this mark. (Fig. 8)
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Fig. 8 Locate centerline of chimney with plumb line.
Using a plumb bob positioned directly over center point of fireplace flue collar, mark the ceiling to establish the chimney center point. (Fig. 8)
Offset Installation
In order to clear an obstruction, it may be necessary to offset chimney from vertical. This is accomplished by using elbows. Use the 30˚ Offset Elbow table on Page 6 to determine proper offset and parts required.
Each offset requires two (2) elbows. The second elbow is equipped with support straps. It is very important to install the second elbow in each offset as close to the ceiling or support as possible so that the elbow straps can be secured to framing members to help support the
weight of the chimney.
Determine offset distance of your chimney arrangement from centerline of fireplace to centerline of chimney where it is to pass through ceiling.
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AB
AB
A "SK" Series framing = 14" X 14" (368 x 368 mm) B "S" Series framing = 17" X 17" (445 x 445 mm)
Locate center point of the chimney on ceiling as though a straight up chimney arrangement is to be used. Mea­sure your offset dimension from straight up chimney
center point on ceiling.
Ceiling Chimney Hole/ Possible Obstructions
The size of the hole in ceiling will vary with the angle at which the chimney passes through ceiling.
Drive a nail up through ceiling at marked chimney center point. Go to floor above and see where hole will be cut. Check to see where existing ceiling joists and other possible obstructions are located...i.e. wiring, plumbing etc... If necessary, re-position chimney and/or
fireplace to avoid obstructions.
Cutting the Hole
Cover fireplace collar opening and cut proper sized chimney hole in chimney.
Framing the Ceiling Hole
Frame the ceiling chimney hole as shown in Figure
10. It is good practice to use framing lumber that is the same size as the ceiling joists; this is a requirement at attic level.
The following table gives firestop spacer model num­bers:
Chimney Hole Size
Angle of Chimney at Ceiling
Size of Chimney Vertical 30°
8" Flue SKFS2A SKFS6A "SK" Series 14 (368mm x 368mm) (368mm x 648mm) 8" Flue FS2A FS6A "S" Series 3-Wall 17¹⁄₂" x 17¹⁄₂" 17⁷⁄₈" x 29⁵⁄₈" (445mm x 445mm) (454mm x 753mm)
Fig. 9 Ceiling chimney hole sizes necessary for installing firestop spacer.
¹⁄₂" x 14¹⁄₂" 14¹⁄₂" x 25¹⁄₂"
The inside dimension of the frame must be the same as the hole size selected from Figure 9 in order to pro­vide required the 1¹⁄₂” (38 mm) air space between the outside diameter of the chimney and the edges of the
framed ceiling hole.
Positioning, Safety Strips,
Securing the Fireplace
Slide fireplace into position.
Safety strips are used to ensure that any combustible materials in front of the fireplace are protected even though a noncombustible hearth extension is required.
When the finished extended hearth is added, the top of the finished hearth must be flush with the bottom of the fireplace. “Z” shaped metal safety strips have been
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Existing Ceiling Joists
Chimney Hole
New Framing Members
Ceiling
FP551b
Fig. 10 Typical frame for ceiling chimney hole.
“Z” Metal Safety Strips (1 or 2 pcs.)
“Z” Safety Strip
1¹⁄₂
(38mm)
Fig. 11 Safety strip installation.
1/2” Min. Overlap
Fire­place
Plat­form
Hearth Ext.
supplied with the fireplace and are required for instal
Decorative Hearth Face
FP1564
­lation. The safety strips provided have a 1” offset. For applications with a greater offset, “Z” shaped strips will have to be fabricated of metal. Overlap safety strips at least 1/2” to provide a positive joint. The safety strips must also extend at least 1¹⁄₂” (38mm) beyond the sides of the fireplace. (Fig. 11)
NOTE: Safety strips are not required over noncombus­tible floors where all supports at the base of the fire­place are noncombustible.
Four (4) nailing flanges are supplied with the fireplace (found on the fireplace hearth). To level the box and secure it firmly in place, remove the nailing flanges from the hearth and install at the sides of the fireplace as
shown in Figure 12.
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