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Outdoor Lifestyles • ODMEZG-36 Installation Manual • 4601-901 Rev. B • 10/17
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Appliance Preparation
A. Securing and Leveling the Appliance
WARNING! Risk of Fire!
Prevent contact with:
• Sagging or loose insulation
• Insulation backing or plastic
• Framing and other combustible materials
Block openings into the chase to prevent entry of blown-
in insulation. Make sure insulation and other materials
are secured.
DO NOT
notch the framing around the appliance
standoffs. Failure to maintain air space clearance could
cause overheating and fire.
To properly position, level, and secure the appliance, see
below. Nailing tabs are provided to secure the appliance
to the framing members.
• Bend out the two nailing tabs on each side.
• Place the appliance into position.
• Keep nailing tabs flush with the framing. See Figure 4.1.
• Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.
• Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use
wood shims underneath the appliance.
• Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or
screws through the nailing tabs.
Some figures in manual show the fireplace installed on the
floor. However, this fireplace can be elevated off the floor
provided that the fireplace is properly supported by framing
materials and the ceiling clearances are maintained.
Figure 4.1 Nailing Tab Locations
Nailing Tabs
Both Sides
