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Initial Installation
QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY
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Use of the Cool Surface System is highly recommended when mounting a TV or delicate artwork
above the fireplace.
If the system is not desired, some considerations must be made to ensure above objects
are protected from the heat. A recess, mantel, or a combination of both will be needed for heat protection.
During testing temperatures did not exceed 120F over ambient in a 3
1/2
” deep recess.
There is
no guarantee that these temperatures will not harm the longevity of your TV. Make sure to consult your TV
manufacture’s specifications to find the maximum allowable operating temperature. Since every home and
installation is unique, temperatures should be verified at the time of install. A TV should not be installed if
temperatures exceed the manufacturers maximum allowable temperature.
Mantel Only Installaton: Always maintain minimum clearances (see Figure 64). The total depth of the TV
including the wall mount will determine the minimum allowable mantel depth.
Recess/Mantel Installation:
Always maintain minimum clearances (see Figure 65). The total depth of
the TV and wall mount as well as the recess depth will determine the minimum whether or not a mantel is
recommended. A mantel may not be needed if the TV and Mount are low profile enough.
A mantle is not mandatory, but highly recommended for protection of a TV. If choosing to not use a mantel you
should place the TV as high up the wall as possible. Please consult the TV manufacture’s specifications to find
themaximum allowable operating temperature. Temperatures should be confirmed on site after an extended
burn.
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Figure 64. Minimum TV Install
Figure 65. Recess Minimum TV Install
3
4 "
19mm
17 78 "
455mm
2 12 "
64mm
Min: 2" gap
50mm
Air gap behind TV
Min: 1 1/2" [38mm]
(typically provided
by wall mount)
Min:
Under Side
of Mantel
Min:
Non-Combustible
Board (supplied)
Mantel
Thickness
Min:
3
4 "
19mm
Min: 2" gap
50mm
2 12 "
64mm
Non-Combustible
Board (supplied)
Air gap behind TV
Min: 1 1/2" [38mm]
(typically provided
by wall mount)
Mantel
Thickness
Min:
Min:
Maintain minimum
2 1/2" TV screen distance
-See mantel instructions
for further information
