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3.0 Installation of the Fireplace
WARNING: DO NOT USE SUBSTITUTE
MATERIALS IN THE
ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION OR
OPERATION OF THIS
FIREPLACE. TO DO SO WILL
VOID THE WARRANTY AND
MAY RESULT IN FIRE AND
PERSONAL INJURY.
It is most important that the Stone Age fireplace be
installed according to the following instructions. It is
also important that local building codes be consulted
and followed. Improper installation could result in:
•
Overheating, leading to fireplace failure
•
Leakage of rainwater through and around the
chimney
•
Cracks and settling because of poor founda-
tions
•
Emission of smoke, sparks and gases into the
living area
•
Combustion of materials adjacent to the fire-
place.
WARNING: THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT
BEEN TESTED WITH AN
UNVENTED GAS LOG SET. TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
INJURY, DO NOT INSTALL AN
UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO
THIS FIREPLACE.
Do not install this fireplace in a manufactured or mo-
bile home.
3.1 Preparations
Select a location in the home plans or outdoor living
area where all the minimum distances, as shown in
Table 2 and Figure 3 can be met. Proceed as follows.
Numbers in ( ) are item numbers from Table 1 and
Figure 2. Ensure the base on which the fireplace is to
be installed is a solid and level foundation and is com-
posed of non-combustible material, such as concrete.
Due to varying climates, soil conditions, building
codes, construction methods and materials in different
geographical regions, Stone Age recommends install-
ers review local building codes, consult with local
building officials and/or a structural engineer before
beginning the construction of any Stone Age product.
Pad or footings for outdoor installations should be a
monolithic pad constructed of steel reinforced con-
crete. This fireplace may be placed on an existing re-
inforced concrete patio, or a compacted gravel base if
soils are stable and no additional chimney is being
installed with the kit. Minimum footing specifications
for fireplaces built on stable soil, with overall height
not exceeding 9 feet, are listed in Table 3. Locations
with unstable soil may require a deeper footing or the
addition of piers, to reach more stable subsoil or bed-
rock. Areas with colder climates may also require
deeper footings or piers that reach below the frost line
to prevent frost heaving. Piers should include steel
reinforcement that extends into the footing above. See
Figure 4.
If custom hearths or additional masonry structure is to
be attached to the fireplace kit, the footing dimensions
should be adjusted to include these customizations. If
customizing the unit, consult with an engineer to de-
termine the structural requirements based on the over-
all height, and the weight of fireplace, chimney, and
finish materials.
If local building code exceeds the manufacturer’s
specifications for footings, follow the local code.
Figure 4. Footing with Piers - Cutaway View
Piers
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