Regency P121-1/P121LC-1/P121RC-1/P131-1 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
9
INSTALLATION
COMBUSTIBLE MANTELS
CLEARANCES
The clearances listed below are Minimum distances unless otherwise stated (refer to diagrams on page 8):
Clearance to Combustibles from:
WARNING:
Fire hazard is an extreme risk
if these clearances (air space)
to combustible materials are
not adhered to. It is of greatest
importance that this fi replace
and vent system be installed
only in accordance with these
instructions.
Back
0"
(0mm)
Side
0"
(0mm)
Floor
0"
(0mm)
CAUTION REQUIREMENTS: The top, back and sides of the fi replace are defi ned by
standoffs. The metal ends of the standoffs may NOT be recessed into combustible
construction.
Determine the total thickness of the fi nished fl oor (eg. tile, carpet, slate) to allow the
fi nished surface to be fl ush with the base of the unit.
Ceiling Height from Floor
72" (1828mm)
Mantel Height from Base of Unit:
39"
min.
(991mm)
Horizontal Vent Clearances:
Top
2-1/2"
(64mm)
Side
1-1/2"
(38mm)
Bottom
1-1/2"
(38mm)
Vertical Vent Clearances
1-1/4"
(32mm)
Because of the extreme heat this fi replace emits, the mantel clearances
are critical.
Combustible mantel clearances from top of unit are shown in
Diagram to the right.
Note: A non-combustible mantel may be installed at a lower height if the
framing is made of metal studs covered with a non-combustible
board.
This drawing is to scale at 1:6 (one inch = 6 inches)
Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded area or higher using this scale.
Caution: Ensure the paint that is used on the mantel and the facing
is "heat resistant" or the paint may discolour.
* If the 3" (76mm) metal extension trim is removed it must be replaced with a
8" (203mm) non-combustible material.
Mantel Clearances
