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DIRECT VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (cont.)
EXTERIOR GRADE
FLUE CENTER
1 1/4”
(3.2cm)
MIN.
12”
(30.5cm)
MIN.
FLOOR PROTECTION
FLOOR PROTECTION
NO HEARTH REQUIRED
EXTERIOR GRADE
FLUE CENTER
1 1/4”
(3.2cm)
MIN.
12”
(30.5cm)
MIN.
Figure 36
Minimum Exterior Grade Dimension - Unit Without Pedestal
Figure 37
Minimum Exterior Grade Dimension - Unit With Pedestal
Installation on Rugs and Tile
If this appliance is to be installed directly on
carpeting, tile, or other combustible mate-
rial, other than wood flooring, the appliance
shall be installed on a metal or wood panel
extending the full width and depth of the
appliance.
The base referred to above does not mean
the fire-proof base as used on wood stoves.
The protection is primarily for rugs that may
be extremely thick and light-color tile that
can discolor.
EXTERIOR GRADE
FLUE CENTER
12”
(30.5cm)
MIN.
Figure 38
Minimum Exterior Grade Dimension - Existing Fireplace Installation