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CLEARANCES
D
C
E
B
A
F
Index
Letter
Description
Dimension from
Fireplace Opening
(in inches)
A
From ground or other
combustible surface
10-1/4*
B
From Side Walls
6
C
From Ceiling (minimum)
24
D
Alcove Width (minimum)
72
E
Alcove Depth (maximum)
24
F
Ceiling Height (minimum)
90
*Note:
Dimension A includes 3-1/2 in. under fireplace for support
framing and drain tray installation.
Figure 3 - Alcove Clearances
Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances
Sidewall Clearances: The clearance from the inside of the fireplace
to any combustible wall should not be less than 6 in.
Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height should not be less than
24 in. from the top opening.
Mantel Clearances: If a combustible mantel is installed, it must meet
the clearance requirements detailed in
Figure 2.
COMBUSTIBLES
ALLOWED
MANTEL
2”
4”
6”
8”
12”
12”
16 13/16”
14 3/8”
19 3/16”
21 5/8”
24”
10”
Figure 2 - Mantel Clearances
Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your fireplace.
This is a fire hazard.
Figure 1
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
No greeting cards, stockings or ornamentation of any type should be
placed on or attached to the fireplace. This is a heating appliance.
The flow of heat can ignite combustibles.
NOTE:
For see-thru fireplaces, this applies to both sides of the
unit.
Television Considerations
Installing a television above a fireplace has become increasingly
popular; however, the area above any fireplace gets hot and most
TV manufacturers recommend against placing their products near
a heat source.
If you install a television above this fireplace, Empire Comfort Sys
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tems accepts no responsibility for damage or injuries. Follow the
television manufacturer’s installation instructions, including any
recommendations regarding proximity to heat sources.
If you have a TV above your fireplace, turn off the fireplace and
let it cool completely before servicing or touching any buttons on
the TV.
