Installation and Operation Manual for Escape 1800
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7.4 Reducing Wall and Ceiling Clearances Safely
It is often desirable to reduce
the
minimum
installation
clearances by placing the stove
closer
to
walls
so
the
installation takes up less floor
space. You can safely reduce
the minimum clearances by
permanently installing a shield
between
the
stove
and
combustible material. The rules
for
safe
shields
can
be
complicated, so read them
carefully
and
follow
them
exactly. Note that there may be
minor regional differences in
clearance reduction rules so be
sure to check with your building
or
fire
inspector
before
proceeding.
7.4.1 Shield Construction Rules
1. Minimum space behind shield: 25 mm (1 in.). In Canada 21 mm (7/8 in).
2. Minimum clearance along the bottom of shield: 25 mm (1 in.).
3. Maximum clearance along the bottom of shield: 75 mm (3 in.).
4. Minimum clearance along the top of shield at ceiling: 75 mm (3 in.).
5. Shield extension beyond each side of appliance: 450 mm (18 in.).
6. Shield extension above appliance: 500 mm (20 in.).
7. Edge clearance for ceiling shields: 75 mm (3 in.).
8. Adhesives used in shield construction must not ignite or lose adhesive qualities at
temperatures likely to be encountered.
9. Mounting hardware must allow full vertical ventilation.
10. Mounting hardware must not be located closer than 200 mm (8 in.) from the vertical
centre line of the appliance.
11. Mounting hardware which extends from the shield surface into combustibles may be
used only at the edges of the shield.
