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Mantel Clearances
If you meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening, a hood is not required
(see Figure 6).
Figure 6 - Minimum Mantel Clearances Without Using Hood
If above minimum clearances are not met, you must have a hood. Follow minimum clearances shown in
Figure 7 when using hood.
If your installation does not meet the above minimum clearances, you must:
•
raise the mantel to an acceptable height, OR
•
remove the mantel.
Figure 7 - Minimum Mantel Clearances When Using Hood
Minimum Non-
Combustible
Material
Minimum Non-
Combustible
Material Height
Distances to
Underside of
Mantel
Top of Fireplace
Opening
Underside of
Mantel Shelf
Mantel Shelf
12"
(A)
20"
24
1/2
"
27
1/2
"
30"
All minimum
distances are
in inches
2
1
/2
"
6"
8"
10"
Minimum Non-
Combustible
Material
8"
Min.
12"
15"
18"
All minimum
distances are
in inches
20"
2
1
/2
"
6"
8"
10"
12"
Distances to
Underside of
Mantel
Hood
(GA6050, GA6052)
Top of Fireplace
Opening
Underside of
Mantel Shelf
Mantel Shelf
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