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31282 Rev Q
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CALIBER B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
C. FRAMING
Figure 3 shows typical framing of this appliance using combustible materials. Figure 4 shows the minimum mantel
heights. All required clearances to combustibles must be adhered to.
Figure 3
Framing
Figure 4 - Mantel Heights
CAUTION:
Wear gloves and safety glasses for pro-
tection.
CAUTION:
Provide adequate clearances around the air open-
ings into the combustion chamber and adequate
accessibility clearances for servicing and proper
operation.
D. SETTING THE APPLIANCE
This appliance may be placed on a smooth combustible or noncombustible continuous, flat surface. When the appliance
is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring, the appliance shall be
installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance. Slide the appliance into position
and level it from side-to-side and front-to-back. Shim with noncombustible material as necessary.
Secure the appliance by bending out the nailing flanges on each side of the appliance and nail to framing. The nailing
flanges have been positioned 5/8 in. back from the front of the appliance to allow the addition of drywall.
WARNING!
This gas appliance may only use an approved B-Vent chimney system. It must not be connected to a chimney
flue servicing a separate solid fuel or gas fuel burning appliance.
WARNING!
To prevent contact with sagging or loose insulation, the appliance must not be installed against vapor barriers
or exposed insulation. Localized overheating could occur and a fire could result.
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