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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.
