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Heat & Glo • GEM42 • 371-900 Rev. N • 2/05
Framing should be
constructed of 2 X 4
lumber or heavier.
A
. ................. 47-1/2”
B
. ................. 47-3/4”
C
. ................. 17-1/2”
D
. ........................ 65”
E**
. .......... 22-15/16”
F
.* ................ 55-1/2”
Figure 3.
Framing Dimensions
Step 2. Framing the Fireplace
Fireplace framing can be built before or after the fireplace is
set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommo-
date wall coverings and fireplace facing material. The dia-
gram below shows framing reference dimensions.
CAUTION:
MEASURE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS AND
VERIFY FRAMING METHODS AND WALL COVERING
DETAILS BEFORE FRAMING.
Shows center of 10” x 12” vent framing
holes for top and rear venting. The center
of the hole is one (1) inch (25.4mm) above
the center of the horizontal vent pipe.
F
A
C
B
1/2” CLEARANCE TO
FRAMING MEMBER
1/2” CLEARANCE
FRAMING
MEMBER
1/2” CLEARANCE
FROM BOTH SIDES
OF FIREPLACE
TO COMBUSTIBLE
1/2” CLEARANCE FROM BACK OF FIREPLACE TO COMBUSTIBLE
Note: Remove cover
plate (if present).
D
E
HE
AT
-OU
T
*Studs labeled “F” are necessary if installing the optional
Arched Gem Stone Kits (BKMS6052, BEMS6052, GRS6052).
** Heat-Out framing is 12 inches wide by 10 inches tall, opposite
of vent framing. Center of Heat-Out framing is 1-1/16 inch
LOWER than the center of the Heat-Out pipe.
