2
Steel Framing Kit
Installation
Before Installing the SFK
Prior to installation of the 2100SFK Steel Framing Kit,
ensure that the following items have already been
installed or roughed in. Installing these items after SFK
installation can be di
ffi
cult:
• Any required wall thimble
• Any required insulation
• Drywall
• Rough
electrical
• Rough
gas
Also remove all barriers and windows.
Do not complete venting until after SFK installation.
Major Components
Note:
The
fi
replace sits directly on the bottom section.
The middle section will be shimmed a minimum 1/4”
above the
fi
replace, and the top section will be shimmed
a minimum of 1/4” above the middle section. Clearance
between
fi
replace, middle section, and top section may
be increased to vary total installed height.
Required for Assembly
To complete these instructions, you will need:
• 2100SFK kit and 2100PKN or 2100PKP
fi
replace
• 2 kiln dried wood studs,
cut to planned height
• wood screws and self drilling sheet metal screws (see
below)
The screws for assembly of the kit pieces are included.
Assemble Middle Section
1. Locate the pieces that make up the middle section:
2. Attach end panel to top and bottom panels (top and
bottom are identical). Use only the four outermost
screws indicated (these are temporary and will be
removed in step 5, allowing proper connection of the
middle section to the wall studs).
Side panels (2 same)
End panel
Bottom panel
(same as top)
Top panel
(same as
bottom)
Top Section
Middle Section
(requires assembly)
Fireplace
Bottom Section