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Framing should be
constructed of 2 X 4
lumber or heavier.
The framing headers may rest
on the fireplace stand-offs.
Model
A
B
C D E
SL-36 Models
42 38-1/4 16-1/4 40-3/4 26 1/4
SL-36(Clean Face) 42 38-7/8 16-1/4 75-1/8 ----
SL-32 Models
37 33 16-3/4 36 5/8 19 1/2
NOTE: DIMENSIONS SHOWN IN INCHES
Minimum Clearances from the Vent Pipe to
Combustible Materials
For Vertical
For Horizontal Sections
Sections
At Wall Firestops
Top
Bottom
Sides
Top
Bottom
Sides
3 inches
1 inch
1 inch
1 inch
2-1/2 inches 1/2 inch
1 inch
(75 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm)
(25 mm)
(63.7 mm) (13 mm) (25 mm)
For minimum clearances, see the direct vent
termination clearance diagrams on pages 29 and 31 in
this section.
Step 2
Framing the
Fireplace
Fireplace framing can be built before or after the
fireplace is set in place. Framing should be positioned
to accommodate wall coverings and fireplace facing
material. The diagram below shows framing reference
dimensions.
CAUTION
MEASURE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS, AND
VERIFY FRAMING METHODS AND WALL
COVERING DETAILS, BEFORE FRAMING
CONSTRUCTION BEGINS.
Figure 7. Framing Dimensions