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Clearances, Dimensions and Specifications
The GranView clean burning fireplace is a wood burning, high efficiency, heat circulating fireplace system designed for
minimum clearance to combustible framing material.
The illustrations shown in this manual reflect typical installations with minimum dimensions and are designed for framing
reference only. Additional clearance to combustibles is permitted. The actual installation may vary due to individual design
preferences. No matter what the design,
always
maintain the minimum clearances to combustible materials and follow
these instructions.
This fireplace has been safety tested and is listed to UL 127-2011 standards by Intertek Testing. This unit may be installed in a
mobile home. Install in accordance to the National Fire Protection Standard for chimneys, fireplaces and solid fuel burning
appliances, NFPA 211, and in accordance with all state and local building codes. Failure to follow these instructions or adapt
parts for use with this unit that are not intended will create a fire hazard and will void your warranty.
Clearances and Height Requirements
The GranView may be placed directly on wood flooring – all carpet or vinyl must be removed. The outside air kit, fire stop
spacer and roof flashings may be placed directly on or next to normal construction materials.
The minimum recommended interior chase width is 55”. The minimum chase depth is 24”. The interior chase
height must be a minimum of 72” from the fireplace base for any front louver heat vented application and 80”
from the unit base for any top vent heat outlet installation.
The chimney requires a minimum 2” clearance to combustibles (consult the chimney mfg. instructions).
A combustible mantle, 8” deep, must be a minimum of 53 1/2” above the base that the fireplace is placed on when the front
heat outlet louver is used for heated air circulation. A 51 1/2” mantle height may be used when heated air exits through the
dual top vent kit.
Non-combustible mantles may be placed at any height.
If you have any questions regarding this product or installation, call your dealer or Wilkening Fireplace Co. at 800-367-7976.
WARNING:
Do not pack or fill the required air spaces with insulation or other material. No material of any
kind is allowed inside the chase area. To insulate the chase, do so between the stud walls behind the sheet rock.
NOTICE:
1. For exterior installations it is recommended that you insulate at least the base, sidewalls and the first floor
ceiling of the chase to prevent heat loss.
2. Local codes may require a one hour fire rating on one or all sides of the fire chase. Check with local code
authorities prior to construction.
