JC BORDELET LEA 998 CFF, Installation, Maintenance And Operation Manual

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2.2.3 Installation Smoke Pipe and Fireplace onto Load Bearing Support/Chimney Connector
1. Make sure that the structure has been sufficiently reinforced with a 200% safety factor as detailed
in 2.2.1. Install the supporting frame and Load Bearing Support/Chimney Connector above the
ceiling making sure that it is properly situated and aligned so that when the installation is completed
the fireplace will be centered on the room below and directly over the hearth extension. Install the
trim ring around the Load Bearing Support.
3.For added height, install the required length(s) of smoke pipe onto the Load Bearing Support
4. During the installation, protect the glass fireplace doors and fixed glass panels from damage.
5. Before installing the fireplace on the smoke pipe, remove all possible internal components of the
fireplace to lighten it.
6. Install the fireplace onto the smoke pipe with the top edge of the shelf of the fireplace 450mm
(17- 23/32’’) above the finished floor. Make sure that all the fasteners are tight.
7. Reinstall all the internal components of the fireplace to complete the installation.
Typical Central Fireplace Installation
Warning: For centrally located fireplaces, a minimum clearance to combustibles of 1.2m (48’’) must
be maintained 360
o
around the fireplace. For single wall smoke pipe, a minimum 45cm (18’’)
clearance to combustibles must be maintained and, when connected to the Bordelet Load Bearing
Support, a minimum 220mm (8- 11/16’’) clearance from the top of smoke pipe mounting flange to the
ceiling must be maintained, especially with slanted ceilings. Adjust the height of the Load Bearing
Support accordingly.
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Warning: Do not install a fireplace insert or
vented/unvented decorative gas fire logs
inside this fireplace as this may result in an
unsafe installation which may cause a fire
resulting in loss of life or serious injuries
and/or important material damages.