#SLA-60 R.8 March 2022
Hussong Mfg. Co., Inc. • Kozy Heat Fireplaces
FRAMING
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3.0 FRAMING
3.1 Appliance Placement Considerations
WARNING: Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located
out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
FIRE HAZARD: Do NOT install this appliance directly on carpeting,
vinyl, or any other combustible material other than wood.
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This appliance must be installed on a level surface capable
of supporting the fireplace and venting. If possible, place the
fireplace in a position where the vent terminates between two
studs, eliminating the need for any additional framing.
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This fireplace may be installed in a bedroom.
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Please be aware of the large amount of heat this fireplace will
produce when determining a location.
3.2 Stand-off Assembly and Installation
WARNING: The top stand-offs provide the 5¾ in (147 mm) minimum
clearance to the header. Use only non-combustible material in this
area for the entire width of the fireplace. DO NOT use wood, sheetrock,
et cetera, in this zone.
Top stand-off brackets must be formed and attached prior to
positioning fireplace into framed opening.
1. Remove and save (4) screws securing stand-off heat shields and
stand-off brackets on top of the fireplace.
2. Form each top stand-off bracket by bending at perforations, as
shown.
3. Align the holes in the formed top stand-offs with the holes in
the fireplace top. Secure with the (4) screws previously removed
along with (4) screws provided in the fireplace components
packet.
4. Form stand-off heat shields as shown. The flange will face up and
to the back of the fireplace.
5. Align the holes in stand-off heat shields with the holes in the
top stand-off brackets. Secure with (8) screws provided in the
fireplace components packet.
6. Form the back stand-offs as shown. Secure to fireplace back with
provided screws.
Figure 3.1, Stand-off Assembly and Installation
