D. securing and leveling the appliance – Hearth and Home Technologies Hearth&Home Fireplace BV4236DBI User Manual

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Hearth & Home Technologies • BV4236DBI, BV4842DBI • 2209-900 Rev. N • 9/12

Figure 9.4 Proper Positioning, Leveling And Securing Of An

Appliance

NAILING TABS

(BOTH SIDES)

D. Securing and Leveling the Appliance

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Prevent contact with:

• Sagging or loose insulation

• Insulation backing or plastic

• Framing and other combustible materials
Block openings into the chase to prevent entry of blown-

in insulation. Make sure insulation and other materials

are secured.
DO NOT notch the framing around the appliance

standoffs.
Failure to maintain air space clearance may cause

overheating and fire.

The diagram shows how to properly position and secure

the appliance (see Figure 9.4). Nailing tabs are provided

to secure the appliance to the framing members.
• Bend out nailing tabs on each side.
• Place the appliance into position.
• Keep nailing tabs flush with the framing.
• Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.
• “Square” the unit by securing diagonal dimensions to

within 1/4 inch of each other. See Figure 9.5.

• Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use

wood shims underneath the appliance.

• Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or

screws through the nailing tabs.

• Secure the appliance to the floor by inserting two screws

through the pilot holes at the bottom of the appliance.

Figure 9.5 Positioning the Appliance Squarely

A

B

Note: Diagonal dimensions (A) and (B) must be within

1/4 inch of each other.

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