Installation, Combustible mantels, Mantel leg clearances – Regency P33R-LP2 User Manual

Page 7: Clearances

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Regency P33R-2 Zero Clearance Rear Vent Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

7

COMBUSTIBLE MANTELS

INSTALLATION

Clearances for Bay or Flush Front

WARNING
Fire hazard is an extreme risk if
these clearances are not ad-
hered to.

Because of the extreme heat this fireplace emits, the mantel clearances are critical.
Combustible mantel clearances from top of unit are shown in the diagram below.

Note: A non-combustible mantel may be installed at a lower height if the framing is

made of metal studs covered with a non-combustible board.

MANTEL LEG CLEARANCES

Combustible mantel leg clearances as per diagram below:

This drawing is to scale at 1:6 (one inch = 6 inches). Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded
area or higher using the above scale.

Note: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing is "heat resistant"

or the paint may discolour.

CLEARANCES

The clearances listed below are Minimum dis-
tances unless otherwise stated:

A major cause of chimney related fires is
failure to maintain required clearances
(air space) to combustible materials. It is
of the greatest importance that this fire-
place and vent system be installed only in
accordance with these instructions.

Clearance to Combustibles from:

Back

0"

(0mm)

Side

0"

(0mm)

Floor

0"

(0mm)

NOTE: The minimum floor clearance must be
maintained from the top surface of the carpet-
ing, tile, etc.

Minimum Clearance from Top of Unit to:
Mantel*

min. 7" (177mm)

Ceiling

30"

(762mm) from

top of unit.

Side Wall Clearance
Bay or Flush Front 7-1/2" (191mm)

Maximum
1-1/2"
projection at
2" minimum
clearance.

The HeatWave Duct Kit has different
clearance and framing requirements,
check the HeatWave manual for details.

Vent

1-1/2" (38mm) Flex
1-1/4" (32mm) Simpson Dura-Vent

Alcove Clearances:
Max. Depth

36"

(914mm)

Min. Width

48"

(1219mm)

Min. Height

59"

(1499mm)

* see mantle clearance instructions (page 7).

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