Installation Manual

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Majestic • ECHEL36IN/STIN, ECHEL48IN/STIN, ECHEL60IN, ECHEL72IN Installation Manual • 2406-970 Rev. C • 1/17
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Finishing
A. Facing and Finishing Instructions
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum clear-
ances to combustibles as specifi ed. Framing closer than the
minimums listed must be constructed entirely of noncom-
bustible materials (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.).
Splatter Guard
The splatter guard is a piece of corrugated material
used to protect the appliance during the installation
process before fi nishing work on the whole hearth is
complete. A splatter guard is factory-installed. Splatter
guards must be removed before appliance is fi red.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Remove the splatter guard be-
fore lighting the appliance. Shut off gas to the appliance
when the splatter guard is in place to prevent accidental
operation.
Finishing Instructions
It is important to follow the framing and fi nishing instruc-
tions to ensure proper placement of fi replace into the sur-
rounding framing/fi nishing materials.
Wall sheathing materials 1/2 in. thick are specifi ed in
this installation manual to properly align with the factory-
included non-combustible material.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Factory-included non-combus-
tible board MUST be installed. DO NOT remove or cover
it with combustible material, such as:
• Drywall (gypsum board)
• Plywood
• Materials that do not meet the ASTM E 136 Non-com-
bustibility standard (below).
Removal of installed, non-combustible board and/or use
of materials not meeting the ASTM E 136 standard could
cause fi re.
Non-Combustible Materials Specifi cation
Material which will not ignite and burn. Such materials are
those consisting entirely of steel, iron, brick, tile, concrete,
slate, glass or plasters, or any combination thereof.
Materials that are reported as passing ASTM E 136,
Standard Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a
Vertical Tube Furnace at 750 ºC.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Maintain specifi ed air space
clearances to combustibles. Inadequate air space could
cause overheating and fi re.
NOTICE: The maximum fi nishing material not only includes
the decorative fi nish materials (marble, tile, slate, etc) but
also the thin set, lath, and adhesive used to attach the
decorative fi nish material.
Finishing Materials
This section discusses installation details associated
with the Inside and Overlap Fit methods and specifi es
additional non-combustible materials required.
When fi nishing the wall around the fi replace, it is critical
that wall sheathing be fastened properly. Wall sheathing
fasteners, such as screws or nails, are not permitted in
some locations. See Figure 10.1.
It is acceptable to pre-drill holes and use self-tapped
screws in the factory-included non-combustible board
which may be used to lathe (a backer for tile, marble,
etc.). Screws being installed through the installed non-
combustible board should be self-tapping type with a
maximum length of 2 inches. See Figure 10.1.
When installing fi nish material on the lower cover panel,
DO NOT drill or install screws longer than 3/4 of an inch.
Screws longer than 3/4 of an inch could penetrate the
lower cover panel causing damage to components or
penetrate the gas line. See Figure 10.1.
NOTICE: Surface temperatures around the appliance will
become warm while the appliance is in operation. Ensure
finishing materials used for all surfaces (floor, walls,
mantels, etc.) will withstand temperatures up to 190°F.