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Figure 4 - Framing Heater for New
Construction/Renovation
3/4" - 1/2"
Note: The height that a
combustible mantel is
fitted above the heater is
dependent on the height
of the front selected. The
minimum height is 1"
above the front.
UNPACkINg AND TESTINg FIREPLACE
27"
23
1
/
4
"
Header
Height
10"
CAUTION: Provide adequate
clearances around the air open-
ings and adequate accessibility
clearances for servicing and
proper operations.
Carefully remove the unit from the box. Prior
to permanently installing the unit, test to make
sure the unit operates properly. To do this,
plug the unit's power supply cord into a conve-
niently located 120-volt grounded outlet.
CAUTION; The unit's power
supply cord must be connected
to a properly grounded and pro-
tected 120-volt outlet. Always
use ground fault protection
where required by the electri
-
cal code.
WARNING: Do not operate
the unit if it is damaged or has
malfunctioned. If you suspect the
unit is damaged, return the unit
to an authorized service facility
for examination, electrical or me-
chanical adjustment or repair.
FRAMING
Figure 4 shows a typical framing of this heater
using combustible materials. All required
clearances to combustibles must be adhered
to. Header height is measured from the base
of the heater.
Tools and building supplies required for
installation:
• Saw
• Square
• Pliers
• Gloves
• Hammer
• Level
• Phillips screwdriver
• Surround
• Framing materials
• Electric drill/bits
• Tape measure
• Wall-finishing materials
• Caulking material