5
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES
The fireplace may be installed directly on a
combustible floor or raised on a platform of an
appropriate height. Do not place fireplace on
carpeting, vinyl or other soft floor coverings. It
may, however, be placed on flat wood, ply-
wood, particle board or other hard surfaces. Be
sure fireplace rests on a solid continuous floor
or platform with appropriate framing for sup-
port and so that no cold air can enter the room
from under the fireplace.
The fireplace may be positioned and then the
framing built around it, or the framing may be
constructed and the fireplace positioned into
the opening.
Usually, no special floor support is needed for
the fireplace, however, to be certain:
1. Estimate the total weight of the fireplace
system and surround materials such as brick,
stone, etc., to be installed.
2. Measure the square footage of the floor
space to be occupied by the system, surrounds
and hearth extensions.
3. Note the floor construction, i.e. 2 x 6’s, 2 x
8’s or 2 x 10’s, single or double joists, type and
thickness of floor boards.
4. Use this information and consult your local
building code to determine if you need addi-
tional support.
Framing Dimensions
A
41
¹⁄₄
"
1048 mm
B
37
¹⁄₂
"
953 mm
C
28
³⁄₄
"
730 mm
D
15
³⁄₈
"
391 mm
E
70"
1778 mm
F
35"
889 mm
G
20
⁵⁄₈
"
524 mm
H*
4"
102 mm
J
19
⁵⁄₈
"
498 mm
K
49
¹⁄₂
"
1257 mm
Note: All framing dimensions calculated for
¹⁄₂
" dry wall at the appliance face. If sheathing
the chase or finishing with other thickness
materials, calculations will need to be made.
* When FOAK is used.
Figure 7
TYPICAL INSTALLATION SEQUENCE
The typical sequence of installation follows,
however, each installation is unique resulting in
variations to those described.
1. Construct the appliance framing.
2. Route gas supply line to appliance location.
3. Position the appliance.
4. Install the vent system and exterior termination.
5. Field wire and install operating control switch.
6. Make connection to gas supply.
7. Install (optional) outside Air Kit.
8. Install the logs and rockwool.
9. Checkout appliance operation.
10. Adjust burner to ensure proper flame
appearance.
If you plan to raise the fireplace and hearth
extension, build the platform assembly then
position fireplace and hearth extension on top.
Secure the platform to the floor to prevent
possible shifting.
INSTALLING THE FIREPLACE
Step 1. Frame appliance enclosure as illus-
trated in
Figures 4 through 7 on page 5.
Note: The framed depth, 20
⁵⁄₈
" (524 mm)
from a framed wall, must always be mea-
sured from a finished surface. If a wall cover-
ing such as drywall is to be attached to the
rear wall, then the 20
⁵⁄₈
" (524 mm) must be
measured from the drywall surface. It is im-
portant that this dimension be exact.
If the appliance is to be elevated above floor
level, a solid continuous platform must be
constructed.
The header may rest on the top metal spacers,
but must not be notched to fit around them.
Consult all local codes.
Header
B
A
Fireplace Framing
Corner Installation
K
D
C
A
E
F
Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure
Including Finishing Materials
if any
Rough
Framing Face
(Unfinished Shown)
FOAK Combustion
Air Kit, Optional
Optional FOAK
Combustion
Air Kit
A
Outside Chase
G
C
J
Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure
Including Finishing Materials
if any
Rough Framing Face
(Unfinished Shown)
C
A
G
Inside Chase
Back Wall of Chase/Enclosure
Including Finishing Materials
if any
Rough Framing Face (Unfinished Shown)
H
H
Optional FOAK
Combustion Air Kit
