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FIReplAce FRAMING AND INSTAllATION
FINISHING
To complete installation place non-combustible panel above fire-
place opening. Center panel on fireplace and secure with screws
into frame. With the non-combustible panels in position, predrill
and counter-sink 1/8-in. diameter holes through the non-combus-
tible panels and top nailing header before running the screws into
the top mounting nailing header.
cAUTION
To prevent damage to components, do not install screws
within four inches below fireplace opening. See Figure 24.
cAUTION
To allow the fireplace nailing header to float independent
of the fireplace cabinet, do not install screws within four
inches above the fireplace opening. See Figure 24. If the
nailing header is not allowed to float independent of the
fireplace cabinet, the finished wall surface may crack.
NO FASTNERS
4”
4”
NO FASTNERS
Figure 24
Place non-combustible panels on the sides of the fireplace open-
ing. Secure with screws into the frame and pre-drill and counter-
sink 1/8-in. diameter holes into the fireplace face. Finish remain-
ing wall with weather-proof wallboard.
NOTe:
Areas where the steel has been formed (corners, hems,
etc.) may require extra cleaning due to the proper-
ties of the film. Ensure that all protective film has been
removed from the fireplace prior to use.
Notice for Finishing Materials
The wall above the fireplace will become hot. Install the non-
combustible board supplied with the fireplace before adding
paint, tile or stone. Attach tile or other non-combustible products
to the fireplace face and to the non-combustible area
(Figures
23 and 24)
using adhesives designed for high-temperature
applications (rated 300°F minimum). Follow the manufacturer's
instructions for application and curing times. Heat from the
fireplace may cause incorrectly installed materials to fail. If you
are painting above the fireplace, use a coating designed for
high temperature environments and follow the manufacturer's
instructions for surface preparation, application and curing.
Heat from the fireplace may cause incorrectly applied coatings
to fail or discolor.