INSTALLATION
Continued
perimeter trim is available (see Accessories, page
12) This perimeter trim will extend past sides of
firebox approximately 1/2". This will cover rough
edges of the wall opening. If installing a mantel
above the firebox, you must follow the clearances
shown in Figure 7, page 8. Follow the instructions
below to install the firebox in this manner.
1. Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions
shown in Figure 15 for the rough opening.
If installing in a corner, use dimensions
shown in Figure 16 for the rough opening.
The height is 33", which is the same as
the wall opening in Figure 15.
2. Install gas piping to firebox location. This
installation includes an approved flexible
gas line (if allowed by local codes) after
the equipment shutoff valve. The flexible
gas line must be the last item installed on
the gas piping. See Connecting to Gas
Supply in log set owner's manual.
3. Carefully set firebox in front of rough open-
ing with back of firebox inside wall opening.
IMPORTANT: If installing perimeter trim, see
instructions included with perimeter trim acces-
sory. You must install shoulder screws now.
4. If using GA3750A blower accessory, see
Built-In Installation of Blower Accessory,
page 8.
5. Attach flexible gas line to log set. See
Connecting to Gas Supply in log set
owner's manual.
6. Carefully insert firebox into rough opening.
7. Attach firebox to wall studs using nails
or wood screws through holes in nailing
flange (see Figure 17).
8. Check all gas connections for leaks. See
Checking Gas Connections in log set
owner's manual.
9. If using optional perimeter trim, install the trim
after final finishing and/or painting of wall.
See instructions included with perimeter trim
accessory for attaching perimeter trim.
IMPORTANT: When finishing your firebox,
combustible materials such as wall board,
gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood,
etc. may be butted up next to the sides and top
of the firebox. Combustible materials should
never overlap the firebox front facing.
WARNING: do not allow any
combustible materials to overlap
the firebox front facing.
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IMPORTANT: Noncombustible materials such
as brick, tile, etc. may overlap the front facing,
but should never cover any necessary open-
ings like louvered slots.
noncombustible materials to
cover any necessary openings
like louvered slots.
WARNING: use only noncom-
bustible mortar or adhesives when
overlapping the front facing with
noncombustible facing material.
Figure 15 - Rough Opening for Installing
Figure 16 - Rough Opening for Installing
Nails or
Wood
Screws
Figure 17 - Attaching Firebox to Wall Studs
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