Monessen Hearth BBV400 - Manual (Page 8)

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BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces
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BBV 400 clearances
PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION
FIREPLACE LOCATION
Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes determining where the unit is to be installed,
the vent configuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional acces-
sories (i.e. wall switch, or remote control) are desired. Consult your local building code agency to
ensure compliance with local codes, including permits and inspections.
The following factors should be taken into consideration:
• Clearance to side-wall, ceiling, woodwork and windows. Minimum clearances to combustibles
must be maintained.
• This fireplace may be installed along a wall, across a corner or use an exterior chase.
• Location should be out of high traffic areas and away form furniture and draperies due to heat
from appliance.
• Never obstruct the front opening of the fireplace.
• Do not install in the vicinity where gasoline or other flammable liquids may be stored.
• Vent pipe routing. Refer to Venting section found in this manual for allowable venting configura-
tions.
• These units can be installed in a bedroom. Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z233.1/
NFPA 54 - (current edition), the Uniform Mechanical Code - (current edition), and Local Building
Codes for specific installation requirements.
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
W
ARNING
Follow these instructions carefully
to ensure safe installation. Failure to
follow instructions exactly can cre-
ate a fire hazard.
The appliance cannot be installed on
a carpet, tile or other combustible
material other than wood flooring. If
installed on carpet or vinyl flooring,
the appliance shall be installed on a
metal, wood or noncombustible ma-
terial panel extending full width and
depth of the appliance.
72”
Minimum
8” Minimum
Minimum 3” From
Both Side Walls
to
Opening
12” Maximum
Depth
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Figure 4 -
Clearances
Combustible
Mantel
Side Wall