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1.
Floor clearance
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The minimum clearance to floor is 1 inch, although the minimum telescopic legs retract to 4 inches below
the fireplace. This means the legs may be set into the floor a maximum of 3 inches while maintaining the minimum
clearance to the floor. Recessing the legs to the floor is not a recommended setup and should be avoided.
NOTE
: Install appliance on hard metal, cement board, drywall or wood surfaces, extending full width and depth.
WARNING! - DO NOT
install directly on carpeting, vinyl or any combustible material other than wood.
2.
Front clearance -
Do not put furniture or any combustible objects within 36 inches (914 mm) of glass front of appliance.
3.
Clearance to Metal frame
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Clearance to metal frame is 1/2-inch (12.7 mm) minimum. In the chase, a metal header is
required 18 inches above the fireplace if framing is needed. Above that, wood studs covered by non-combustible material
are allowed. See the next page for details.
4.
Minimum Combustible Clearances from Vent Pipe
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HORIZONTAL VENT PIPE CLEARANCES: A minimum clearance of 3 inches (76mm) to the top and 1 inch (25mm) to the
sides and bottom of the vent pipe on all horizontal runs, to combustibles, is required.
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VERTICAL VENT PIPE CLEARANCES: A minimum of 1 inch (25mm) around the vent pipe on all vertical runs, to
combustibles, is required. Except for clearances in appliance enclosures.
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Horizontal Vents must have a minimum 1/4 inch (6mm) rise per 1-foot run towards the termination.
WARNING!
- Never allow the vent to run downward. A downward slope can trap heat and become a possible fire hazard.
WARNING!
Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as detailed above.
DO NOT pack air space with insulation or other materials.
Failure to keep insulation or other materials away from vent pipe could cause overheating and fire.
WARNING!
Flare fireplaces are not designed to be load baring or support weight of any architectural framing. All framing should be self-
supported, supported by back wall, side wall, or ceiling. Attempting to mount framing to a fireplace
subjects’
glass to
unsupported weight and could result in damage to fireplace or breakage of glass. Improper framing or mounting to unit will void
product warranty. Please consult Flare Fireplaces directly for additional questions or concerns about framing options.
5.
Mantel Clearance
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Combustible
mantel clearance can vary according to the mantel depth and height.
diagram on page 73 for guidelines on Mantel Installation
