Quadra-Fire Expression 36 QV36A-FB - Manual (Page 36)

Quadra-Fire • Expression 36 (QV36A-FB) • 2062-900 Rev. S • 11/11 36
A. Mantel Projections
Figure 11.1 shows the minimum vertical and correspond-
ing maximum horizontal dimensions of appliance mantels
or other combustible projections above the top front edge
of the appliance.
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Finishing
B. Facing Material
Figure 11.3 Noncombustible Facing
Fire Risk.
Finish all edges and fronts to clearances and
specifi cations listed in manual.
• Black metal appliance front may be covered with
noncombustible material only.
• Do NOT overlap combustible materials onto appliance front.
• Install combustible materials only up to specifi ed clearances
on top, front and side.
• Seal joints between the fi nished wall and appliance top and
sides using only a 300º F minimum sealant.
Figure 11.2 Mantel leg or Wall projections
(Acceptable on both sides of opening.)
Figure 11.1 Clearances to mantels or other combustibles
above appliance
Note: All measurements in inches.
Fire Risk.
Do NOT obstruct air inlet or outlet grilles.
Do NOT modify grilles.
• Modifying or covering grilles could cause
temperature rise and fi re hazard.
Finishing materials must not interfere with:
• Air fl ow through grilles or louvers.
• Operation of louvers or doors.
• Access for service.
14 IN.
23 IN.
12 IN. MIN.
18 IN. MIN.
12 IN. MAX.
1 IN. MAX.
3 IN. MIN.
Risk of Fire
• Non-combustible clearances
MUST be maintained.
18-1/4 in.
463 mm
44 in.
1117 mm
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
ZONE
5
4
3
2
1
2
1
4
6
8
1/2
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Facing Requirements
This appliance requires the supplied non-combustible fac-
ing material from the top of the appliance face up 18-1/4
inches and extending across from framing stud to framing
stud (see Figure 11.3).
Combustible fi nishing materials may be used along the
sides of the appliance face but may not overlap the face.
Non-combustible materials can overlap the black metal
face of the unit on the sides, top and bottom, but must nev-
er overlap or obstruct the appliance opening or louvers.
Fronts
Remington Avenue fronts are attached to the appliance
with carriage bolts and overlap the face of the appliance.
Tile or other non-combustible materials may be tucked
behind the Remington Avenue front on the top and sides.
Other front options fi t inside the appliance.
• Sheetrock, wood or other combustibles must NOT be used
as sheathing or facing in the non-combustible zone.
• See Section 11 for proper clearances.
• See Section 1 for combustible/non-combustible defi nitions.