City Series ACB40E
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installation
Wall Board/Plasterboard Installation
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified.
Finishing Instructions
It is important to follow the framing and finishing instructions to ensure proper placement of fireplace into the surrounding framing/finishing materials.
Wall board materials 13mm thick are specified in this installation manual to properly align with the optional finishing methods offered with this appliance. The
ACB40E may be finished to the appliance opening with 13mm thick plasterboard.
• Ensure that the back and side clearances are maintained.
WARNING!
Risk of Fire! Maintain specified air space clearances to combustibles. Inadequate air space could cause overheating and fire.
DO NOT
use screws more than 19mm in length on the lower access cover panel. Longer screws may penetrate gas line or damage valve or electrical components.
Note:
It is acceptable to use a high temperature silicone sealant to adhere plasterboard to lower access cover panel.
The appliance is designed to be used with 13mm wall sheathing materials such as plasterboard, plywood, wood composites, or non-combustible materials.
Thicker materials may be used. Refer to facing and finishing details in this manual.
Facing Material
• Facing and/or finishing materials must never overhang into the glass opening.
• Facing materials may be combustible or non-combustible
WARNING!
Risk of Fire! DO NOT apply combustible materials beyond the minimum clearances. Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as
specified in this manual. Overlapping materials could ignite and will interfere with proper operation.
PAINTING
If desired finishing includes a painted wall, 100% acrylic latex, oil-based or standard acrylic paints may be used.
Follow paint manufacturer’s instructions for paint and primer application.
SCREWS ONLY IN SHADED AREA
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