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Installing the Back Panel
Ideally the back panel should be constructed from a 3 piece panel and reassembled using suitable materials. This type of back
panel will ensure that no corner cracking occurs over time. A ’loose’ 3 piece panel can be installed but care should be taken
to ensure that the joint line is square.
Ensure that the
FIXING PLATE
is set to provide a 76mm (3”) distance from the front face of the back panel, to the wall (See
below).
It is recommended that a dry run is performed to ensure that the back panel will in fact be in the correct position when
fitted, and that the mantel will fit correctly to the rebate and maintain contact with the wall.
Carefully position the back panel onto the FIXING PLATE. The front retaining clip will hold the back panel in position while the
mantel legs are positioned and fixed.
If necessary this top clip can be removed (after the mantel legs are securely fastened).
This would normally only be the case if the wall had extreme variations causing a gap between the back panel and the leg
rebates.
Front Retaining Clip—Can be
removed later if necessary.
