Rinnai New Zealand Ltd.
Neo Operation Manual: 11907-C
03-11
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Mantels, surrounds, and hearths for inbuilt installations
A mantel and surround are allowed providing they are outside the minimum clearances shown
below. Due to the number of different sized Neo frames, the dimensions are taken from the
edge of the glass.
A
Mantel height from top of glass
400 mm minimum
B
Mantel depth at A - 400 mm vertical clearance
250 mm maximum
For every 50 mm of added mantel depth, there must be an additional 100 mm of vertical clearance. For
example; a mantel depth (B) of 350 mm will require 450 mm (A) of vertical clearance.
C
Surround from side of glass
200 mm minimum
Surround depth at C - 200 mm side clearance
250 mm maximum
D
Minimum mantel height from floor
(when heater is mounted on the floor)
910 mm minimum
E
Minimum width for surround
915 mm minimum
Hearth
A hearth is not necessary but can be used for decorative purpose or protection of sensitive
flooring if required. It must not obscure the front of the fire.
Floor protection
Heat emanating from this heater may over time affect the appearance of some
materials used for flooring, such as, carpet, vinyl, cork or timber. This may be
amplified if the air contains cooking vapours or cigarette smoke. To avoid this
occurring, it is recommended that a mat be placed in front of this appliance.