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Mantels or any other combustible material also may come up
to the side edge of the black metal face of the fireplace just as
long as the projection from the front face fall within the limit
shown in figure 17a.
FINISHING THE FIREPLACE
Combustible materials, such as wallboard, gypsum board,
sheet rock, drywall, plywood, etc. may make direct contact
with sides and top periphery of the fireplace face. It is
important that combustible materials do not overlap the face
itself. Brick, glass, tile or other non-combustible materials
may overlap the front face provided they do not obstruct
essential openings like louvered slots or any other opening.
When overlapping with a non-combustible facing material,
use only non-combustible mortar or adhesive.
OPERATING GUIDELINES AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
GLASS DOORS
Glass doors are optional with the fireplace. When the
fireplace is in operation, doors must in FULLY OPENED or
FULLY CLOSED position only or a fire hazard may be
created (see figure 18).
A fireplace equipped with glass doors operates much
differently than a fireplace with an open front. A fireplace
with glass doors has a limited amount of air for combustion.
Excessive heat within the fireplace can result if too large a fire
is built or if the combustion air gate is not completely open.
The following tips should be followed to assure that both the
fireplace and the glass door retain their beauty and function
properly. Both the flue damper and the glass doors must be
fully opened before starting the fire. This will provide
sufficient combustion air and maintain safe temperatures in
the firebox.
IMPORTANT:
The glass must be allowed to warm slowly
and evenly. The tempered glass will withstand a gradual
temperature rise to 550 degrees Fahrenheit, which is more
than a normal fire will generate. Such materials as pitch/wax
laden logs, very dry mill end lumber, and large amounts of
paper or cardboard boxes can create an excessively hot fire
and should not be burned in this fireplace. Always keep the
fire well back from the doors and never allow flames to
contact the glass.
CLEANING THE GLASS
Clean the glass with any commercial glass cleaner or soap and
water. Do not use any abrasive material to clean the glass. Do
not clean the glass with any cool water if the glass is still hot
from the fire and smoke.
A gas line or gas log lighter may be installed for the purpose
of installing a vented or vent-free decorative gas appliance
incorporating an automatic shutoff device and complying with
the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in
Vented Fireplaces, ANSI Z21.60 or American Gas
Association draft requirements for Gas-Fired Log Lighters for
Wood Burning Fireplaces, Draft No. 4 dated August, 1993.
IF YOU WISH TO INSTALL AN UNVENTED (VENT-
FREE) GAS LOG SET, ONLY UNVENTED GAS LOG
SETS, WHICH HAVE BEEN FOUND TO COMPLY WITH
THE STANDARD FOR UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS,
ANSI Z21.11.2, ARE TO BE INSTALLED IN THIS
FIREPLACE.
Figure 18 GLASS DOORS
WARNING
: Fireplaces equipped with glass doors
should be operated only with doors fully opened or doors
fully closed. Doors, if left partly open, may draw gas and
flame out of the fireplace opening creating risks of both
fire and smoke.
TOP VIEW OF FIREPLACE
SAFE ZONE
FIREBOX
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
MUST NOT OVERLAP
FRONT FACE
7.75"
4.50"
3.00" MAX.
33°
MINIMUM 12" FROM PERPENDICULAR SIDE WALL
Figure 17B SIDE CLEARANCE – GM36
TOP VIEW OF FIREPLACE
SAFE ZONE
FIREBOX
MINIMUM 18" FROM PERPENDICULAR SIDE WALL
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
MUST NOT OVERLAP
FRONT FACE
11.50"
4.50"
3.00" MAX.
33°
Figure 17C SIDE CLEARANCE – GM42/50
