Heatiator C40 - Manual (Page 41)

4/20/11 Heatilator • Constitution EPA Fireplace • 480-1091D Page 41
• Position the Fireplace
This fireplace may be placed on either a combustible or
noncombustible continuous flat surface. Follow the in-
structions for framing in Section 6.C. Slide the fireplace
into position. Be sure to provide the minimum 1 in. air
clearance at the sides and at back of the fireplace as-
sembly. See Section 6.B.
CAUTION! Risk of Cuts/Abrasions. Wear protective
gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal
edges are sharp.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Prevent contact with sagging,
loose insulation.
• DO NOT install against vapor barriers or exposed
insulation.
• Secure insulation and vapor barriers.
• Provide minimum air space clearances at the sides
and back of the fireplace assembly as outlined in
Section.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Protective metal hearth strips
MUST be installed on combustible surfaces. DO NOT
cover metal strips with combustible materials. Sparks or
embers may ignite flooring.
• Refer to Figures 7.4 and 7.5.
• Locate the two protective metal hearth strips measuring
approximately 26 in. x 4 in. (660 mm x 102 mm) included
with this fireplace.
• Slide each metal strip 2 in. (51 mm) under front edge of
fireplace.
• Overlap strips in the middle of fireplace opening by 1 in.
(25 mm) minimum..
• Metal strips must extend beyond the front and sides of
the fireplace opening by at least 2 in. (51 mm).
• Protect the front of a platform elevated above the hearth
extension with metal strips (not included with fireplace)
per Figure 7.5. See Section 10C for hearth extension
instructions.
Figure 7.4 Position the Protective Metal Hearth Strips
Protective metal strips are placed 2 in.(51mm) under the front of the
fireplace and must extend beyond the front and sides of fireplace
opening by 2 in. (51mm). Nail or screw metal strips in place.
Pallet
Mounting
Brackets
1 in. (25mm) Overlap
Raised Platform
Floor
2 in.
(51 mm)
1 in. (25 mm) min.
overlap
2 in.
(51 mm)
Top piece must overlap
bottom piece
Figure 7.5 Protect the Front of an Elevated Platform
B. Secure the Fireplace
C. Place Protective Metal Hearth Strips