Step 2. framing the fireplace – Heat & Glo Fireplace 8000TRD User Manual

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Framing should be
constructed of 2 X 4
lumber or heavier.

A. ............. 49”*

B. ......... 40 1/2”

C. ............... 22”

D. ......... 43 1/8”

E. ......... 30 1/8”

Figure 3.

Framing Dimensions

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.

Shows center of 12” x 12” vent framing
holes for top and rear venting. The center
of the hole is one (1) inch (25.4mm) above
the center of the horizontal vent pipe.

D

E

A

B

C

1/2” CLEARANCE FROM BACK OF FIREPLACE TO COMBUSTIBLE

0” CLEARANCE TO

FRAMING MEMBER

0” CLEARANCE

1/2” CLEARANCE

FROM BOTH SIDES

OF FIREPLACE

TO COMBUSTIBLE

FRAMING

MEMBER

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