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FRAMING
Hussong Mfg. Co., Inc. • Kozy Heat Fireplaces
#SLA-60 R.8 March 2022
3.5 Rough Framing
WARNING: Provide adequate clearance in front of the fireplace for
barrier removal, component access, gas line installation, service
access, etc.
CAUTION: Cold air transfer area. The surround fireplace chase
must comply with all clearances as outlined in this manual, and be
constructed in compliance with local building codes. Outside walls
should be insulated to prevent cold air from entering room.
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Determine if the fireplace face will be flush with the wall surface
(where the wall surface and fireplace will be covered with non-
combustible material, such as tile) or the fireplace face will be
flush with framing (flat wall appearance).
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Framing dimensions should allow for wall covering thickness
and fireplace facing materials. If using a hearth, adjust the rough
opening size as necessary to maintain minimum clearance
requirements.
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19” (483mm) represent the minimum distance from the front
of the fireplace to the back wall of the framing. This is the
minimum wall depth required for wall surface material to cover
the fireplace front. If you desire the wall surface to be flush
with the fireplace face, subtract 1/2” (25mm) (standard drywall
depth) from this dimension. If using another material, adjust
accordingly.
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The bottom of the fireplace must be placed directly on a wood
or non-combustible surface (not linoleum or carpet). If this
appliance is to be installed directly on carpeting, tile, or other
combustible material other than wood flooring, this appliance
shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full
width and depth of the appliance.
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This fireplace may be elevated off the floor as shown below,
provided it is properly supported by framing materials and
maintains ceiling clearances.
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If masonry (optional) is to be used, prepare the foundation
necessary to support the full masonry load. A lintel is required to
support the added weight of the masonry construction above
the fireplace.
3.5.1.1 TV Recess Construction
WARNING: All clearances to venting must be maintained.
Mounting a television above a fireplace has become a common
practice. Television surface temperatures are affected by mantel
depth, ceiling heights, and wall and mantel construction material.
Most television manufacturers specify in their instructions that a
television should not be installed on, near, or above a heat source.
Television location rests solely on the homeowner. It is the home
owner’s responsibility that the preferred TV mounting and mantel
design will not exceed the listed maximum operation temperature of
their electronic goods.
Tests performed determined that surface temperatures did not
exceed 150°F (66°C) when a 4¼” (108mm) deep recess is constructed
above the fireplace.
Figure 3.4, Framing Requirements and Dimensions
Double horizontal header
19” (483mm) is the minimum wall depth required for wall surface material to cover fireplace front.
If fireplace is to be flush with the wall surface, subtract 1/2” (13mm) (typical non-combustible
finish material) from this dimension. If other material is to be used, adjust accordingly.
