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Heatilator • CRAVE4836-C/ST-C, CRAVE6048-C/ST-C, CRAVE7260-C/ST-C, CRAVE8472-C/ST-C Installation Manual • 2601-980 Rev. N • 11/21
MAXIMUM SCREW LENGTH = 3/4 INCH
(LOWER COVER PANEL)
MAXIMUM SCREW LENGTH = 2 INCHES
(INSTALLED NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARD)
NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
ONLY IN THIS AREA
2 IN.
= NO FASTENERS IN THIS AREA
Figure 10.1 Screw Length Requirements
Note:
It is acceptable to use a high temperature silicone
sealant to adhere drywall to lower cover panel.
The appliance is designed to mate with 1/2 in. wall
sheathing materials such as drywall, plywood, wood
composites, or non-combustible materials.
To ensure good adhesion of drywall compounds and
tape, thoroughly clean the non-combustible board and
surrounding drywall to remove dust. The non-combusti
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ble board may be primed with a high-quality PVA primer.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT
apply combustible
materials beyond the minimum clearances. Comply with
all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified in
this manual. Materials overlapping into non-combustible
zones could ignite and will interfere with air flow through
decorative barrier fronts.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT
install drywall or other
combustible materials directly onto the installed non-
combustible board. Overlapping materials could ignite.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT
use screws longer
than two inches when attaching finishing materials to in-
stalled non-combustible material. Screws longer than two
inches will compromise clearance and could cause over-
heating and fire.
WARNING! Risk of Fire, Explosion or Asphyxiation!
DO NOT
use screws more than 3/4 of an inch long on
lower cover panel. Longer screws may penetrate gas line
or damage valve or electrical components.
It is acceptable to pre-drill holes and use self-tapped
screws in the factory-included non-combustible board
which may be used to lathe (a backer for tile, marble,
etc.). Screws being installed through the installed non-
combustible board should be self-tapping type with a
maximum length of 2 inches. See Figure 10.1.
When installing finish material on the lower cover panel,
DO NOT drill or install screws longer than 3/4 of an inch.
Screws longer than 3/4 of an inch could penetrate the
lower cover panel causing damage to components or
penetrate the gas line. See Figure 10.1.
Attaching Non-Combustible Board
When finishing the wall around the fireplace, it is critical
that wall sheathing be fastened properly. Wall sheathing
fasteners, such as screws or nails, are not permitted in
some locations. See Figure 10.1.
Introduction
If the desired finished fireplace installation does not uti
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lize non-combustible finishing materials (such as tile,
marble, stone, etc.), special attention must be paid to the
installation of drywall/gypsum wallboard to the side joints
of the non-combustible board to minimize potential devel
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opment of cracking and paint discoloration. Hearth and
Home Technologies has tested the following methods
and materials and therefore recommends the following
steps for the best drywall performance.
Filling and Finishing Seams
1.
Step 1:
Fill all gaps and joints between the non-
combustible board pieces and the drywall with a
general purpose chemically setting joint compound
such as Durabond® 45 Joint Compound manufactured
by USG (Sheetrock® brand), recommended by Hearth
& Home Technologies. Use a drywall knife to firmly
press the joint compound into all gaps. See Figure
10.1. Allow these joints to dry.
2.
Step 2:
All joints are to be taped with fiberglass mesh
tape 1 7/8” minimum width, and embedded with
Setting-Type joint compound, such as with Durabond®
Joint Compound manufactured by USG (Sheetrock®
brand), or equivalent. Allow these joints to dry.
3.
Step 3:
Depending on the technique used in steps
1 and 2, two to three finishing coats are required to
provide a smooth and durable finish. Hearth and
Home Technologies recommends a lightweight or all-
purpose compound. Allow each coat to properly cure.
Allow the finishing coat(s) to cure for 24 hours before
operating appliance.
Painting
If desired finishing includes a painted wall, a high-quality
100% acrylic latex paint with a high-quality latex primer
base coat are recommended around the appliance to limit
discoloration. Oil-based or standard acrylic paints may
be more prone to discoloration due to heat exposure.
B. Drywall Installation