10
7036-188E
May 5, 2015
MT VERNON AE INSERT
Mark area of
floor to cut
Starter hole
Use 2 x 4 from insert
packaging to support insert
G. Installation into a Factory-Built Fireplace
The following modifi cations are permissible:
• Removal of damper or locked in open position
• Removal of smoke shelf or baffl e
• Removal of ember catches
•
Removel
of
fi re grate
• Removal of view screen/curtain
• Removal of doors
• Removal of factory-built fi replace fl oor
• E
xternal trim pieces which do not affect the operation of
the fi replace may be removed providing they can be stored
on or within the fi replace for reassembly if the insert is
removed.
•
The permanent metal warning label provided must be
attached to the back of the fi replace, with screws or
nails, stating that the fi replace may have been altered to
accommodate the insert, and must be returned to original
condition for use as a conventional fi replace.
Figure 10.1
Figure 10.2.
Measure and mark the metal
fl oor for cutting. With a drill, make a starter
hole in each corner.
Figure 10.3
. Using a saws-all, cut out the
fl oor.
Figure 10.4
. If the fl oor is made of thin
metal, we recommend using the 2 x 4 from
the insert packaging to support the insert.
The 2 x 4 may need to be cut to the appro-
priate size.
250-2061
WARNING
THIS FIREPLACE MAY HAVE BEEN ALTERED
TO ACCOMMODATE AN INSERT. IT MUST BE
RETURNED TO ITS ORIGINAL CONDITION
BEFORE USE AS A SOLID FUEL BURNING
FIREPLACE.
250-2061
Figure 10.1
•
If the hearth extension is lower than the fi replace opening,
the portion of the insert extending onto the hearth must be
supported.
•
Manufacturer designed adjustable support kit can be
ordered from your dealer.
NOTE: Refer to chimney liner manufacturer for recom-
mendations on supporting the liner. Installation
into fi replaces without a permit will void the listing.
•
• The
fi rebrick (refractory), glass doors, screen rails,
screen mesh and log grates can be removed from a fac-
tory-built fi rebox in order to gain minimum insert open-
ing requirements.
•
Any smoke shelves, shields and baffl es may be removed
from a factory-built fi rebox if attached with mechanical
fasteners.
• The
metal
fl oor of the factory-built fi rebox may be
removed to facilitate the installation of the insert only
when a 1 inch (25mm) airspace is provided between the
insert and the fl oor of outer wrap.
The following is only one example as there are many differ-
ent models of factory-built fi replaces.
NOTE: This example is for reference only. Any modifi ca-
tions must not compromise the structural integrity
or reduce the protection for combustible materials.
