Stove installation, Minimum clearances, Insert placement requirements – Lopi Revere User Manual

Page 9: Hearth requirements, Masonry fireplace requirements

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Stove Installation

(for qualified installers only)

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Insert Placement Requirements

The insert must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within (e.g. drapes,
doors), 36" of the front of the insert

Insert and hearth must be installed on a level, secure floor

The minimum clearances, facing, and hearth requirements in Figure 3 must be met (follow the
clearances for the type of fireplace being used - either masonry or zero-clearance).

Side
Wall

Combustible Mantel

Combustible Top Facing

Non-Combustible

Hearth

Facing

Masonry

Fireplace

Minimum Clearances

k

l

m

n

o

p

q

x

Sidewall to Insert

Side Facing

Top Facing

with mantel shield

Mantel to Insert

with mantel shield

Hearth (Front)

Hearth (Side)

Front of Insert

Extension onto Hearth

15"

13"

28-1/2"

20-1/2"

30-1/2"

22-1/2"

16"

8"

36"

10"

q

l

k

p

x

o

n

m

ZC (Metal)

Fireplace

30"

12"

12"

N/A

24"

N/A

16"

8"

36"

10"

Figure 3

Hearth Requirements

Must extend 16" in front of the insert and 8" on both sides (min. 26" deep by 40-1/4" wide)

Must be non-combustible and at least .018" thick (26 gauge)

Masonry Fireplace Requirements

Chimney must have a clay tile liner or a stainless steel liner (positive connection)

Entire fireplace, including chimney, must be clean and undamaged. Any damage must be repaired
prior to installation of the insert

Chimney height: 15' minimum; 33' maximum.

Entire fireplace, including chimney, must meet local building requirements

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