Heatiator Heatilator Wood Burning Fireplace SC60 - Manual (Page 39)

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E. Combustible Mantel
• Refer to the shaded areas of Figure 11.11 for the location and dimensions of a combustible mantel.
• A combustible mantel may be positioned no lower than 16 in. (408 mm) above the top of the fi replace opening.
• A combustible mantel may have a maximum depth of 12 in. (305 mm).
• Combustible trim and materials cannot be placed within 6 in. (152mm) of the fi replace opening (top or sides).
• Combustible materials projecting more than 1 1/2 in. (38 mm) shall not be placed within 12 in. (305 mm) from the top of
the fi replace opening.
• Combustible trim must not cover the metal surfaces of the fi replace.
• Mantel clearance is in accordance with Section 7-3.3.3 of ANSI/NFPA211.
7 ft (2134 mm)
minimum
base of fireplace
to ceiling
Combustible Wall
Noncombustible Wall
2 x 4 stud wall
Standoff
Measured from top of fireplace opening
12 in./305 mm
16 in./406 mm
minimum
Combustible
Decorative Facing
Non-combustible
Decorative Facing
such as:
Steel, iron, brick,
tile, concrete, slate,
glass, plasters.
Seal joint with
non-combustible
sealant 7 1/8 in./181 mm
minimum
12 in./305 mm
minimum
1 1/2 in./38 mm
maximum
Mantel
Grid represents
1 in. squares
Figure 11.11 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace
Heatilator • SC60 • 32838 • Rev AG • 7/12