Installation, Minimum clearances, Insert placement requirements – Lopi Freedom Bay Fireplace Insert User Manual

Page 9: Hearth requirements, Masonry fireplace requirements

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Installation

(for qualified installers only)

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Insert Placement Requirements

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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

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

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The minimum clearances, facing, and hearth requirements in Figure 3 must be met.

Side
Wall

Combustibl

e Mantel

Combustible Top Facing

Non-Combustible

Hearth

Facing

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"

13-1/2"

30"

17"

32"

19"

16"

8"

36"

4-3/4"

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k

p

x

o

n

m

Measure side clearances from

the side of the insert.

Measure front clearances from

the faceplate.

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Figure 3

Hearth Requirements

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Must extend 16" in front of the insert and 8" on both sides

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

Masonry Fireplace Requirements

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

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

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Chimney height: 15' minimum; 33' maximum.

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Entire fireplace, including chimney, must meet local building requirements

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