Regency P121 - Manual (Page 10)

Regency ® P121-2/P121LC-2/P121RC-2/P131-2 Zero Clearance Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10
INSTALLATION
COMBUSTIBLE MANTELS
CLEARANCES
The clearances listed below are Minimum distances unless otherwise stated (refer to diagrams in the "Locating Your Fireplace" section):
WARNING:
Fire hazard is an extreme risk
if these clearances (air space)
to combustible materials are
not adhered to. It is of greatest
importance that this fi replace
and vent system be installed
only in accordance with these
Clearance to Combustibles from:
Back 0"
(0mm)
Side 0" (0mm)
Floor 0" (0mm)
CAUTION REQUIREMENTS: The top, back and sides of the fi replace are defi ned by standoffs.
The metal ends of the standoffs may NOT be recessed into combustible construction.
Determine the total thickness of the fi nished fl oor (eg. tile, carpet, slate) to allow the fi nished
surface to be fl ush with the base of the unit.
Ceiling Height from Floor 72" (1828mm)
Mantel Height from Base of Unit:
39" min. (991mm)
Horizontal Vent Clearances:
Top 2-1/2"
(64mm)
Side 1-1/2" (38mm)
Bottom 1-1/2" (38mm)
Vertical Vent Clearances 1-1/4" (32mm)
Because of the extreme heat this fi replace emits,
the mantel clearances are critical. Combustible
mantel clearances from top of unit are shown in
Diagram to the right.
Note: A non-combustible mantel may be
installed at a lower height if the framing
is made of metal studs covered with a
non-combustible board.
This drawing is to scale at 1:6 (one inch = 6
inches)
Mantel can be installed anywhere in shaded area
or higher using this scale.
Caution: Ensure the paint that is used on the
mantel and the facing
is "heat resistant" or the paint may
discolour.
* If the 3" (76mm) metal extension trim is removed
it must be replaced with a 8" (203mm) non-
combustible material.
Mantel Clearances