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Follow vent pipe manufacturer’s installation instructions for horizontal terminations. Include required 3” (76mm) top clearance and
1” (25mm) sides and bottom clearances for approved rigid vent systems and Kozy Heat #800-1 series flexible vent system.
HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS
Follow vent pipe manufacturer’s installation instructions for vertical
terminations. A minimum 1” (25mm) clearance on all sides of vertical
vent pipe must be maintained.
VERTICAL TERMINATIONS
FRAMING
MINIMUM HORIZONTAL FRAMING DIMENSIONS
VENT PIPE TOP (A)
FRAMED OPENING TOP (B)
RIGID PIPE
36-1/2” (927mm)
39-1/2” (1003mm)
FLEX PIPE
40” (1016mm)
43” (1092mm)
WARNING
Install fireplace on hard metal or wood surface extending the full width and depth of fireplace.
Minimum platform size: 40-7/8” (1038mm) wide x
21-3/8” (543mm) deep.
NOTE
Consider height of hearth finish material (stone, brick, etc.) when building fireplace platform. Bottom of fireplace must be level
with finished hearth to allow for lower grill operation and proper fit of optional decorative full door faces.
Determine exact position of your fireplace, including hearth height, width, and depth, (if applicable). If possible, place fireplace in such a
manner that vent termination will be placed between two studs, eliminating the need for additional framing.
If masonry is to be used (optional), prepare necessary foundation for the masonry load. When masonry construction is being used, a lintel
must be used over top of fireplace to support the added weight.
Build hearth to desired size and height. If a hearth extension is desired, combustible material may be used.
WARNING
DO NOT RECESS VENT CAP INTO WALL OR SIDING.
IMPORTANT
Vent cap location must be in compliance with guidelines on page 19 of this manual
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FIRE
HAZARD
Do NOT install directly on carpeting, vinyl, or any combustible material other than wood.
Figure 9a
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A
B
CAUTION
Due to high temperatures, this fireplace should be located out of traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies.
CAUTION
Cold air transfer area. The surrounding fireplace chase must comply with all clearances as outlined in this manual and be
constructed in compliance with local building codes. Outside walls should be insulated to prevent cold air from entering room.
