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Clearances for Direct Vent
Existing fireplace (Masonry or factory built)
WARNING: Cutting any sheet-metal parts off the fireplace in which the gas fireplace insert is to be
installed is prohibited.
The model Luxor is intended for installation into masonry or listed factory built fireplaces. Masonry
fireplaces must be built according to the requirements of the standards for chimneys, fireplaces, vents
and solid fuel burning appliances, NFPA 211 (Latest Edition) or the applicable National, Provincial, State
or local codes. The figure below shows the minimum install dimensions for the model Luxor.
If the factory-built fireplace has no gas access holes provided, an access hole of 1.5” (37.5mm) or less
may be drilled through the lower sides or the bottom of the firebox in a proper workmanship like manner.
This access hole must be plugged with non-combustible insulation after the gas supply like has been
installed.
A
B
5“
C
Model #
A
B
C
L-DV-3
14½
20½
30½
L-DV-4
14½
22½
30½
L-DV-5
14½
22½
34½
L-DV-6
14½
24½
34½
ALL MEASUREMENTS ARE IN INCHES
Check masonry step does not interfere with
install dimension or vent pipe.
If mantle is combustible see below
for allowable clearances.
Note: The model Luxor is certified without requiring a hearth projection,
although local codes may require a minimum hearth projection.
9“
38“
Note: Measurement taken from under side of mantle to
finished floor surface that the unit is seating on.
Mantle Clearance
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-Smoke shelves, shields, and baffles may be removed if attached by mechanical fasteners.
-Trim panels or surrounds shall not seal ventilation openings in the fireplace.
NOTE: Make certain a tight connection between the gas fireplace insert flue collar and fireplace chimney are made.
-Fireplace flue damper can be fully blocked open or removed for installation of
the gas fireplace insert.
-The Fireplace and fireplace chimney must be clean and in good working order
and constructed of non-compbustible materials.
-Chimney cleanouts must fit properly.
-Refractory, glass doors, screen rails, screen mesh, and log grates can be
removed from the fireplace before installing the gas fireplace insert.
Install must be made without modification to the draft hood.
WARNING: Inserts must not be connected to a chimney flue servicing a separate solid fuel
burning appliance.
7” X 7” min opening