Quadra-Fire QV32-A - Manual (Page 9)

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Figure 5. Framing Dimensions
Framing should be
constructed of 2 X 4
lumber or heavier.
WARNING:
To ensure proper clearances the front
framing header must be installed on its
narrow edge and to the front of the frame.
The framing headers may rest
on the fireplace stand-offs.
VENT
FRAMING
HOLE
E
D
Model A B C D E *
QV36-A 42” 38 1/4” 16 1/4” 41” 27 7/8”
QV32-A 37” 33” 16 1/4” 36 1/2” 24 3/8”
A
B
C
Step 2. Framing the Fireplace
Fireplace framing can be built before or after the fireplace
is set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommo-
date wall coverings and fireplace facing material. The dia-
gram below shows framing reference dimensions. CAUTION: MEASURE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS AND
VERIFY FRAMING METHODS AND WALL COVERING
DETAILS BEFORE FRAMING.
*The center of the framing hole is one (1)
inch (25.4mm) above the center of the
horizontal vent pipe.
WALL STUD
NON-COMBUSTIBLE ZONE
IS DEFINED BY 3” ABOVE THE
ELBOW FOR THE ENTIRE
WIDTH AND DEPTH (BEHIND THE
FRONT HEADER) OF THE FIREBOX.
3 1/2”
3 ”
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