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Non-Combustible Facing Installation
Non-combustible board
Non-combustible board-faces and edges
MUST BE PRIMED.
Non-combustible board
shipped with unit
shipped with unit
Caution:
The non-combustible board supplied with this unit can
be damaged if dropped or struck.
Handle with care
.
1.
Using drywall screws
-
secure non combustible material
around unit, framing and top nailing strip every 6 inches.
Important Note:
To avoid cracking the board - pre-drill holes prior to
securing to unit/ framing.
2.
Wipe any debris/dust from the non combustible
material and drywall.
3
. Prior to securing it is mandatory to prime the facing and edges using a quality
primer. This will ensure proper adhesion of both the tape and mud. The
supplied board is very porous.
Failure to follow this procedure will result in cracked seams.
4.
Tape the seams using a mesh type tape.
5.
Mud seams as normal. We recommend using a
product called Durabond high strength compound - for the first coat.
This product can be found at any hardware store.
Mud must be cured as per manufacturer’s recommendations.
6.
Prime wall for a second time for proper adhesion of paint
7.
Paint walls using a high quality paint which will withstand
the high temperatures being emitted from this appliance.
Non-Combustible Requirements
* Installation of the ON/OFF Wall Switch/Battery Holder must be completed before installing non-combustible facing.
All three pieces (top, 2 sides) may be ordered separately to meet the non combustible requirements.
Calcium silicate board is a high - grade material
with cement, quartz, natural and selected
minerals as the main raw materials. It is widely
used for partitions and ceilings in buildings.
It is fire proof and earthquake proof.
If finishing the wall above the unit with materials
such as tile, brick, marble, etc. non-combustible
board available from the building supply store
can be used.
Note:
Calcium Silicate is 1/2' thick
NOTE:
A minimum thickness
of 1/2" non combustible facing
is required.
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