Finishing, A. mantel and wall projections, B. facing material – Hearth and Home Technologies B-Vent Gas Appliance CB4842MIR User Manual

Page 29: Mantels, Mantel legs or wall projections

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Heatilator • Caliber Mesh BV Series • 4040-848 Rev G • 10/08

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Measured from top of hood (in inches)

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5-1/2

6-1/4

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30 in. minimum

to ceiling

1 in. (25 mm) min.
to perpendicular wall

A

3-1/2 in. (89 mm) min.
from fireplace opening
to perpendicular wall

B

Mantel Leg or

Perpendicular Wall

Top of
Appliance

Drywall

A

B

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Finishing

A. Mantel and Wall Projections

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum clear-
ances as specifi ed. Framing closer than the minimums
listed must be constructed entirely of noncombustible
materials (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.) Failure to
comply could cause fi re.

Figure 13.1 Minimum Vertical and Maximum Horizontal Dimen-
sions

Mantels

Figure 13.2 Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (Acceptable on both
sides of opening)

Mantel Legs or Wall Projections

These surfaces
may be covered
with non-combustible
material.

Non-combustible
sealant.

B. Facing Material

• Metal front faces may be covered with non-combustible

materials only.

• Facing

and/or

fi nishing materials must not interfere with

air fl ow through louvers, operation of louvers or doors,
or access for service.

• Facing

and/or

fi nishing materials must never overhang

into the glass opening.

• Observe all clearances when applying combustible

materials.

• Seal joints between the fi nished wall and appliance top

and sides using a 300 °F minimum sealant. Refer to
Figure 13.3.

WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT apply combustible ma-
terials beyond the minimum clearances. Comply with all
minimum clearances to combustibles as specifi ed in this
manual. Overlapping materials could ignite and will inter-
fere with proper operation of doors and louvers.

Figure 13.3 Noncombustible Facing Diagram

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