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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
material, 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