Empire Comfort Systems VFP32FP - Manual (Page 14)

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1. Place fireplace in framing opening.
2. Using the four (4) nailing flanges provided with the fireplace,
attach two (2) flanges on each side. Attach flanges through
prepunched holes. Additional hole locations will be used for
different finishing material with thicknesses of 1/2”, 5/8” and
3/4”. Attach these flanges with screws provided, two (2) per
nailing flange.
3. Nailing flanges should fit directly against framing material.
Use at least one (1) nail per tab to secure in place.
Attention: Add 3 3/4" to "A" Dimensions when using flush
mantel base.
Figure 12
Fireplace framing can be built before or after the fireplace is set
in place. Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall
covering and fireplace facing material. The fireplace framing
should be constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier.
Figure 11
Figure 10
VFP32FP VFP36FP
"A" 36 1/4" 38 1/4"
"B" 34 1/2" 39 1/2"
"C" 17 7/8" 17 7/8"
NAIL OR OTHER SUITABLE FASTENER
FIREPLACE FRAMING AND INSTALLATION