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31818 Rev J
01/04
ODYSSEY SERIES FIREPLACE WITH GAS LOG SET
WARNING!
To prevent contact with sagging or loose insulation, the fireplace must not be installed against vapor barriers or
exposed insulation. Localized overheating could occur and a fire could result.
2. Frame the Fireplace
Figure 4 shows a typical framing (using 2 x 4 lumber) of the fireplace, assuming combustible materials are used. All
required clearances to combustibles around the fireplace must be adhered to. Any framing across the top of the fireplace
must be above the level of the top standoffs. A 3/4 air clearance must be maintained at the back and sides of the fireplace
assembly. Chimney sections at any level require a two-inch minimum air space clearance between the framing and
chimney section.
Figure 4
Framing the Fireplace
WARNING!
Do not apply combustible finishing materials over any part of the black face of this fireplace or a structure fire may
result. The black metal fireplace front may only be covered with noncombustible materials such as ceramic tile, brick
or stone. Do not cover or block any cooling air slots. Do not cover any portion of the opening to the fireplace that would
prevent the installation of an authorized glass door.
Combustible Materials.
Material made of or surfaced with
wood, compressed paper, plant fibers, plastics, or any
material capable of igniting and burning, whether flame
proofed or not, plastered or unplastered.
Noncombustible Materials.
Material which will not ignite and
burn. Such materials are those consisting entirely of steel,
iron, brick, tile, concrete, slate, glass or plasters, or
combination thereof.
Noncombustible Sealant Material.
Sealants that will not
ignite and burn; General Electric RTV103 Black) or equivalent,
Rutland, Inc. Fireplace Mortar #63 or equivalent.
After completing the framing and applying the facing material
(dry wall) over the framing, a noncombustible sealant, one-
half inch wide maximum, must be used to close off any gaps
at the top and sides between the fireplace and facing to prevent
cold air leaks.
Only noncombustible materials may be used to cover the
black metal fireplace front.
CLEARANCES!
A minimum ¾ air
clearance must be
maintained at the back
and sides of the fire-
place assembly ex-
cept at the nailing
flange where the
clearance is ½.
Chimney sections at
any level require a 2
minimum air space
clearance between
the framing and chim-
ney section.
