FMI VENT FREE UNIVERSAL MASONRY FIREBOX MM39/44/49VF - Manual (Page 9)

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Grand Meridian Weight Determinations
The following are dead load weight estimates for the Grand Meridian Fireplace.
Table I
Fireplace Model MM39VF MM44VF MM49VF
Fireplace Weight 809 lbs. 896 lbs. 987 lbs.
Mortar, Rebar &
Ready Mix Concrete
350 lbs. 357 lbs. 364 lbs.
Firebrick Lining 333 lbs. 345 lbs. 356 lbs.
Floor Area 43” x 28” (8.12 ft²) 48” x 28” (9.33 ft²) 53” x 28” (10.30 ft²)
Other Weight Considerations:
Fireplace finished facing (surround): This information needs to be obtained from the contractor.
Table II - Deflection Limits
Construction L S or W D +L
1
Floor Members I/360 --- I/240
1 For wood structural members having a moisture content of less than 16 per cent at time of installation and used under dry
conditions, the deflection resulting from L + 0.5D is permitted to be substituted for the deflection resulting from L + D.
Note that FMI PRODUCTS, LLC cannot accept responsibility for structural floor support details. All drawings are presented as
mere illustrations to indicate the presence of the underlying floor system. It is the responsibility of the general contractor/installer
to consult with a local licensed design professional for guidance in building a proper floor support system.
F
10"
4"
Figure 8
A
Model A
MM39VF 38-3/4”
MM44VF 43-3/4”
MM49VF 48-3/4”
Figure 9
Fireplace
outline
10”
Typical Anchorage
Layout
EXAMPLE ONLY
SECTION VIEW
ROTATED 90CW
Figure 10