HZ54 Regency Horizon
TM
Gas Fireplace
10
INST
ALLA
TION
INSTALLATION
48"
(1219mm)
4"
(102mm)
6-1/2”
(165mm)
28”
(71
1mm)
20"
(508mm)
21-3/4”
52-5/8”
61-1/2" (1537mm)
Non-combustible
Facing Board
Non-combustible Material
Non-combustible
Material
Non-combustible
Material
Metal Stud (header)
Wood Stud
Wood Stud
INSTALLATION OF TOP FACING
Non- combustible board
(calcium silicate)
Non-combustible board
MUST BE PRIMED.
Non-combustible board
(from building supply store)
61-1/2”
½”
20”
Caution:
This non-combustible board 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 taping and mudding it is highly recommended
to prime the facing using a quality primer. This will
ensure proper adhesion of both the tape and mud.
The optional board is very porous.
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 fi rst 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.
Note:
Due to the high temperatures being emitted from
this appliance, mudded joints may crack.
Note:
In addition to the top piece of non-combustible board -
other non-combustible boards will be required to complete this
installation. These materials can be found at most building
supply stores.
If fi nishing the wall above the unit with paint -
the top non-combustible board (Part # 476-936
- shipped separately from the unit) should be
installed.
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 fi re proof and earthquake proof.
If fi nishing 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.
TOP NON-COMBUSTIBLE FACING BOARD
(PART # 476-936)
