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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 pro-
vide a finished aesthetic appearance. Additional decorative fronts that are designed to specifically attach to the Basix Sur-
round 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 availa-
ble). 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 Ando-
ver, 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 Faceplate.
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.
