Monessen Hearth MJ27NR - Manual (Page 15)

86D0024 15
FP2002
mantel clearances unsafe
2 1 /
2
"
8"
6"
7"
14 1 /
2
"
4"
Mantel
Minimum
of 8" Heat
Resistant
Material
Hood
FP2002
Figure 9 - Minimum Mantel Clearance with Hood - MJ27
(Example of Unsafe Installation)
CLEARANCES and HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS
Figure 9 is an example of an unsafe mantel instal-
lation. This mantel projects 4" at 8" above the opening,
exceeding the maximum acceptable distance of 2 1 /
2
"
The mantel also projects 7" at 14 1 /
2
" above the opening,
exceeding the maximum acceptable distance of 6".
If your mantel profile is unsafe, you may either:
• Raise the mantel to an acceptable height
OR
• Remove the mantel