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SECURe FIREPLACE to floor or framing Resolution Direct Vent Gas Fireplace The fireplace must be secured to the floor and/or to framing studs as shown in Figure 6. Use two (2) wood screws or masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. Use four (4) screws to attach fireplace to framing. The side nailing flanges are 1/2" or 5/8" to accommodate different wall thickness. Framing Members Noncombustible Material 6” Noncombustible Material Must Rise at Least to Top of Stand off Figure 6 Secure Fireplace to Floor and Framing Studs Secure to Floor Behind Access Panels FP2130 note Nailing Flange All Combustible Materials Must Keep 3/4" Spacing Never install combustible materials over front face of fireplace. FP2130 secure fireplace to floor Finishing Material NOTE: Any remote wiring (i.e. remote control, wall switch, and optional fan) must be done prior to final finishing to avoid costly reconstruction. Only noncombustible materials (i.e. brick, tile, slate, steel, or other materials with a UL fire rating of Zero) may be used to cover the black painted face of the appliance. It is permissible to bring combustible wall board to the top of the stand-offs on the top and the sides of the unit. A 300°F minimum adhesive may be used to attach facing materials to the black surface. If joints between the finished wall and the fireplace surround are sealed, a 300°F minimum sealant material (General Electric RTV103 or equivalent) must be used. 10 20300293