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BASIX SURROUNDS AND FACEPLATES INFORMATION
Basix Surround
: The Basix is designed to attach to the fireplace insert and to cover the main fireplace opening
and provide a finished aesthetic appearance. Additional decorative fronts that are designed to specifically attach
to the Basix Surround are available (consult with your dealer on the various decorative fronts available for the
Basix Surrounds).
The Basix Surround is available in three designs and various sizes (consult with your dealer on the various sizes
available). The three Basix Surround designs are: (A) ¾” outer edge return, (B) flat (no return) outer edge and (C)
1-3/4” outer edge return.
Faceplate
: The Faceplate is similar to the Basix Surrounds, except that it is specifically designed for mounting the
Andover, Bentley, Homestead, Pioneer and Willow Door Kits and comes with holes in the face to mount these
door kits. The Faceplate is available in three designs and various sizes (consult with your dealer on the various
sizes available). The three Faceplate Surround designs are: (A) ¾” outer edge return, (B) flat (no return) outer
edge and (C) 1-3/4” outer edge return.
It is important to understand the application of the three designs available for both the Basix Surround and Face-
plate.
Design (A) ¾” outer edge return
The ¾” outer border return allows installation of this insert in fireplace cavities with depths greater than 16-3/8””.
Design (B) Flat outer edge
The Flat outer edge border allows installation of this insert in fireplace cavities with depths greater than 17”.
Design(C) 1-3/4” outer edge return
The 1-3/4” outer border return allows installation of this insert in fireplace cavities with depths greater than 15-
3/8”.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR 1-3/4” RETURN DESIGNS:
The Basix and Faceplates with 1-3/4” returns may not
have the Backup DC Power Inlet Port Knock Outs on the left face and left edge return. You will be required to
leave the DC Power Inlet Port fitting in the factory installed location within the appliance body.
