Hearth and Home Technologies C-40 - Manual (Page 43)

November 11, 2008 Heatilator • Constitution EPA Fireplace • 480-1091C Page 43
Figure 43.1 Mantel Specifications
60 in.
(1524mm)
Mantel Clearances are
from bottom of
appliance to lower
edge of mantel or
trim Trim
48 in.
(1219mm)
F. Mantel
A combustible mantel may be positioned no lower than 60
in. (1524mm) from the base of the fireplace.
The combustible mantel may have a maximum depth of 12
in. (305mm). Combustible trim pieces that project no more
than 3/4 in. (19mm) from the face of the fireplace can be
placed no closer than 6 in. (152mm) from the side of the
decorative front. See Figure 43.1.
Combustible trim must not cover:
• the metal surfaces of the fireplace
• where the non-combustible board is placed over the metal
surfaces
• the space between the metal face of the fireplace and
framing members
Refer to page 12 for reduced mantel heights.