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Regency GF900C-1 Gas Fireplace
NOTE: (As per Page 11) When constructing a typical
"C" section framework, it is advisable to use the same
12mm non-combustible board on the whole front face.
Also, to cut out the clean edge trim opening (plus a
10mm border) on the non-combustible board. This
will help blend the sheeting easily and avoid cracking.
installation
NON COMBUSTIBLE FACING INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Prior to installation of non-combustible materials by others,
check and inspect carefully for any hairline cracks and or dam
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age to board. The non combustible board must be a minimum
of 12mm thick. Material which is thinner may crack as a result
due to the high temperatures this appliance emits.
1)
Using screws for use with non-combustible boards-secure non-combustible
material around unit, framing and top nailing strip every 150mm
Important Note: To avoid cracking the board-pre-drill holes prior
to securing to unit/framing.
2) Wipe any debris/dust from the non-combustible material and dry wall.
3) Prior to securing, it is mandatory to prime the facing and edges using a
quality primer. This will ensure proper adhesion of the tape, filler and paint.
Failure to follow this procedure will result in cracked seams.
4) Tape the seams using a mesh type tape.
5) Fill seams as normal. Avoid using mud which shrinks excessively. Mud
must be cured as per manufacturer's recommendations.
6) Prime wall for a second time for proper adhesion of paint.
7) Paint walls using a high quality paint which will withstand the high tem-
peratures being emitted from this appliance.
IMPORTANT
Regency Fireplace Products are designed, produced, tested and certified
to the highest industry standards. The finishing of the walls surrounding
Regency is as critical as the installation itself. The temperatures around
linear gas fireplaces are typically higher than would be acceptable for the
combustible materials. Your Regency Fireplace is no exception to this rule.
Therefore, the units are specified with non-combustible required materials
to specific dimensions above and around the units. This is due to these
areas reaching higher temperature levels than required/acceptable for a
combustible material. To obtain the best, most durable finish around your
fireplace, this calls for a high level of care and attaention to the perparation
and finish around this appliance, using only the highest quality materials,
able to withstand the temperatures produced.
By following the installation instructions in the manual exactly, you will increase
your chances for a damage free finish.
Every precaution is taken in providing the recommendations on preparation
and finish, given the variation in paint quality, with temperature limits and
workmanship applied to or used in any application surrounding the fireplace.
This includes framing as well as finishing.
Over time natural convection from any firplace can cause discoloration in the
area directly above the appliance. Lower quality paints, under prepared
finishes, poor applications and any framing discrepencies or in the instal-
lation can cause this discoloration process to be expedited.
Discoloration is not the responsibility of Regency Fireplace Products, we believe
careful attention to the reccomendations provided here will be result in
aesthetically pleasing result free of issues outlined above.
