New Buck Corporation 384 - Manual (Page 30)

WARNING: Installation and repairs should be
performed by a qualified service person. The appli-
ance should be inspected before use and at least an-
nually by a professional service person. More fre-
quent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint
from carpeting, bedding material, pet hair, etc. It is
imperative that control compartments, burners and
circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept
clean.
FIREPLACE CLEARANCES
The fireplace may be placed directly on a combustible
floor, against a combustible wall at marked clear-
ances, or on a raised wooden platform.
If the fireplace is to be installed on a raised wooden
platform, the platform must be a continuous level
surface. The fireplace must be secured in place so it
cannot shift positions. Only the header (see below)
may rest on the standoffs on top of the firebox.
When the firebox is installed over carpeting, vinyl tile,
or any combustible material other than wood flooring,
it must be installed on a metal or wood panel
extending its full width and depth. Alternatively, the
carpeting, vinyl tile, etc. may be removed beneath the
fireplace before installing.
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS MUST NOT BE
INSTALLED OVER OR TOUCH ANY BLACK
PAINTED SURFACE. DO NOT BLOCK HEAT
CIRCULATING AIR OUTLETS. DOING SO MAY
RESULT IN POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARDS
.
1. Sidewall Clearances: Clearances from the side
of the fireplace opening to any adjacent
combustible wall should not be less than 7"right
side and 7" left side.
2. Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height
should not be less than 26" from the top of
the fireplace opening.
This list of specific instructions will help you make
certain that every installation operation is
performed correctly. Complete the installation
steps in the sequence shown.
LOCAL BUILDING CODES SHOULD BE
CONSULTED IN ALL CASES AS TO THE
PARTICULAR REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING THE
INSTALLATION OF FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES.
Select the location for the fireplace by taking into
consideration the factors previously outlined in the
“Choosing the Location.”
Framing the Firebox
The width of the framed opening must be 35-
17/32". The height of the framed opening must be
25 1/8". For depth of opening see side view of this
page.
The entire fireplace can be elevated above the floor
to achieve a raised hearth effect. This can be done
by adding a small platform to achieve the desired
height.
NOTE: The wiring for the blower must be
installed during the framing stage. Insulation
should be used in the framing on the back, sides,
and top.
Install the Firebox
Install the firebox into the framed opening by
placing it directly in front of the opening and sliding
it into the proper position. Please follow wooden
surround instructions.(Also see page 25)
INSTALLING THE FIREBOX
Level the Firebox
Check the level of the firebox on the top edge of the
fireplace face. Shim if necessary.
SIDE
VIEW
25-1/8”
FRAMING
HEADER
FRONT
VIEW
13-3/4”
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