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INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
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ZERO-CLEARANCE (METAL) FIREPLACES
2” (50mm)
Minimum
The log shelf,
screen, and doors
(if present) must
be removed.
HINT:
Paint the interior of the
fireplace with latex paint to
prevent fireplace odors
from entering the home.
HINT:
Close and seal the damper
to prevent air infiltration.
Cover plate is required if chimney
does not have suitable rain cap.
If the firebox steps down greater than
1", place shims (plywood, tile, etc.)
under the leveling bolts to provide
adequate leveling.
Silicone
The surround glass extends 1"
below the base of the insert.
A Code-Conforming (jacketed, grounded)
receptacle may be placed within the fireplace. Do
not place it above the fireplace insert.
Leveling Bolts
Attach the "This fireplace has been
altered..." plate to the fireplace (use
two screws or other suitable
method). You may wish to place it in
a location where it will be covered by
the surround glass.
Use one of the rear screws
on the insert to secure the
included tie-down bracket to
the fireplace. Once in place,
secure the bracket to the
fireplace floor to prevent the
insert from tipping. Secure
brackets to both sides.
There must be a minimum 1" gap between
the wall and the glass surround. Do not block
this gap with finishing materials or trim
