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Mt. Vernon Pellet Insert (AE)
Mark area of
floor to cut
Starter hole
Use 2 x 4 from insert
packaging to support insert
Keep sharp edge of
metal floor away from
power cord
Leveling Leg
G. Removing Metal Floor of Factory-Built Firebox
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The fi rebrick (refractory), glass doors, screen rails, screen
mesh and log grates can be removed from a factory-built
fi rebox in order to gain minimum insert opening require-
ments.
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Any smoke shelves, shields and baffl es may be removed
from a factory-built fi rebox if attached with mechanical fas-
teners.
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The metal fl oor of the factory-built fi rebox may be removed
to facilitate the installation of the insert only when a 1/4
inch (6mm) airspace is provided between the insert and
the fl oor of outer wrap.
Figure 10.1.
Measure and mark the metal
fl oor for cutting. With a drill, make a starter
hole in each corner.
Figure 10.2
. Using a saws-all, cut out the
fl oor.
Figure 10.3
. If the fl oor is made of thin metal,
we recommend using the 2 x 4 from the insert
packaging to support the insert. The 2 x 4
may need to be cut to the appropriate size.
Figure 10.4.
Place the insert into the fac-
tory-built fi rebox. Ensure that the power
cord can not be damaged by the sharp metal
edge. You may need to cut out a notch to
accomodate the cord.
Figure 10.5.
Ensure that the leveling leg is
positioned over the 2 x 4 before leveling the
insert.
The following is only one example as there are many differ-
ent models of factory-built fi replaces.
