Optima Installation and Operation Manual
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7.3
Floor protector
If the stove is to be installed on top of a combustible floor, it must be guarded by a non combustible
material as shown on figure 1.3 (see the dotted line area).
FLOOR PROTECTOR*
CANADA
USA
G
8’’ (203 mm) – Note 1
N/A (Canada only)
H
8’’ (203 mm)
N/A (Canada only)
I
18’’ (457 mm)
From door opening
16’’ (406 mm)
From door opening
J
N/A (USA only)
8’’ (203 mm)
M
8’’ (203 mm)
N/A (Canada only)
N
N/A (USA only)
Note 2
*Steel with a minimum thickness of 0.015’’ (0.38 mm) or ceramic tiles sealed together with grout.
No protection is required if the unit is installed on a non-combustible floor (ex: concrete).
Note 1: The floor protection at the back of the stove is limited to the stove’s required clearance if
such clearance is smaller than 8 inches (203 mm).
Note 2: Only required under the horizontal section of the connector. Must exceed each side of the
connector by at least 2 inches (51 mm).
7.4
Reducing Wall and Ceiling Clearances Safely
It is often desirable to reduce the
minimum installation clearances by
placing the stove closer to walls so the
installation takes up less floor space.
You can safely reduce the minimum
clearances by permanently installing a
shield
between
the
stove
and
combustible material. The rules for safe
shields can be complicated, so read
them carefully and follow them exactly.
Note that there may be minor regional
differences in clearance reduction rules
so be sure to check with your building
or fire inspector before proceeding.
