Vermont Castings • Dauntless FlexBurn Installation Manual_R8 • 2020 - ___ • 11/21
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D. Fireplace Installation
Note:
If mantle clearance specifications are not listed
or to reduce mantle clearances you can follow NFPA211
regulations to assure safe installation of this product. Please
consult with your local building inspector before attempting
any clearance reductions.
Full Installation
If the unit is completely installed in the firebox (unit face
flush or behind fireplace front) the minimum clearance to
the mantle is shown in Figure 3.13.
Shallow Install
09/05/19
12”
27-1/2”
12”
Figure 3.12
Shallow Install
09/05/19
12”
20”
Figure 3.13
Disclaimers:
• Extended floor protection may be required for shallow
installs, follow floor protection requirements.
• Full insertion installation may not allow use of the top
load door depending on the fireplace height.
Fireplace and Mantel Trim Clearances
Shallow Install
Full Install
A
Mantel Trim
27-1/2" (699 mm)
20" (508 mm)
B
Top Trim
20-1/2" (521 mm)
13" (330 mm)
C
Side Trim
13" (330 mm)
13" (330 mm)
D
Side Wall
18-1/2" (470 mm)
18-1/2" (470mm)
Note: Maximum Trim Height: 3/4”
Figure 3.11
- Maintain clearances to combustible components of
the mantel piece.
Dauntless
Trim Clearances
01/20 tps
C
C
A
B
D
Side
Wall
Shallow Installation
If the unit is not installed completely within the fireplace:
Maximum projection of unit out of the fireplace is 12”. The
minimum clearance to a mantle is shown in Figure 3.12.
