Operating instructions
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VCFDVI31 Gas Fireplace Insert
No combustibles (ie: drapes, doors) may be within, or swing within 36" of the front of the insert.
The insert must be installed on a noncombustible hearth extending a minimum of 10" (254 mm)
from the replace opening (local codes may require a larger hearth). The hearth must also extend
to both sides of the face.
FP2959
Figure 3 -
Mantel Clearances
Side clearance
to combustibles is 10"
(254 mm) from opening
whether it is side wall or
mantel legs.
12"
(305 mm)
10"
(254 mm)
12" (305 mm)
4"
(101 mm)
3/4” (19 mm)
9"
(229 mm)
FP2965
mantel clearance
Finish Wall
FP2965
Figure 4 -
Mantel Clearances
Fireplace Insert
Opening
12” (305 mm)
Maximum Depth
12”
(305 mm)
Side Wall
Combustible Mantel
Top Facing
Side Facing
3/4” (19 mm)
Maximum Depth
Combustible Facing
10” (254 mm)
Minimum
10” (254 mm)
Minimum
FP2964
insert clearances
9”
(228 mm)
Noncombustible
Material Required
up to 9" Above
Fireplace Opening










