FLARE FIREPLACES TR-42 Gas Fireplace User Guide
- June 1, 2024
- FLARE FIREPLACES
Table of Contents
FLARE FIREPLACES TR-42 Gas Fireplace
Specifications
| Model | Dimensions (inches) | Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| IN TR-42 MM | 42 1/4 x 38 11/16 x 32 | 1073 |
| IN TR-46 MM | 46 x 42 7/16 x 36 | 1168 |
Appliance Location
Ensure clearances below are maintained to non-combustible materials:
- Minimum 2 inches to non-combustible materials.
- Maximum 4 inches to combustible materials.
Chimney Installation
Horizontal Termination
For a 5×8 vent pipe termination, create a 10×12 inch opening.
Vertical Termination
For a 5×8 vent pipe termination, create a 10×10-inch opening.
Air Intake
Open air-flow minimum of 70 square inches for Traditional Fireplace –
Models 42 and 46. (*Air Intake required with Triple Glass)
Stud-To-Stud Metal Framing
Z Metal stud with the non-combustible back wall is recommended for framing.
Ensure all framing and finishing are secured to the back wall, ceiling, or
floor and never bear weight on the fireplace in any circumstance.
FAQ
Q: What are the recommended clearances for the Flat and Recessed
installations?
A: For both Flat and Recessed installations, a clearance of 0 to 4 inches is
recommended, with a maximum clearance of 8 inches.
Traditional 42 and 46 – Metal Framing
Fireplace Dimensions
| Model | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR-42 | IN | 42 1/4 | 38 11/16 | 32 | 40 1/16 |
| MM | 1073 | 982 | 812 | 1017 | 127×203 |
| TR-46 | IN | 46 | 42 7/16 | 36 | 44 |
| MM | 1168 | 1078 | 914 | 1117 | 127×203 |
Appliance Location
Clearances below are to non-combustible materials.
Chimney Installation
Horizontal Termination
For 5×8 vent pipe termination create a 10”x12” opening
Vertical Termination
For 5×8 vent pipe termination create a 10”x10” opening
Flat vs Recessed Installation
Flat Installation
Recessed Installation
Heat Release and Air Intake
Required Heat Release Open Air-Flow Minimum
42” and 46” Traditional Fireplace – 140 square inches minimum.
Required Air Intake Open Air-Flow Minimum
- 42” and 46” Traditional Fireplace – 70 square inches minimum.
- (*Air Intake required with Triple Glass)
- (**Openings are measured for open air-flow)
Stud-To-Stud Metal Framing
NOTE:
Dimension “Y” assumes the fireplace legs are set to the default height of 2”,
placing the glass opening at 4” above the floor. This “Y” dimension can change
based on where your client wants their viewing window.
*All framing and finishing must be secured to your projects back wall, ceiling or floor and must never bear weight on the fireplace in any circumstance. For more information reference the Installation Manual.
Model| X| Y| Z
FLAT 4″ RECESS
---|---|---|---
|
TR-42| IN| 43 1/4| 42 9/16| 25 9/16| 29 9/16
MM| 1098| 1081| 649| 750
TR-46| IN| 47| 46 1/2| 25 9/16| 29 9/16
MM| 1193| 1181| 649| 750
Materials and Clearances
Metal Framing Clearances and Materials Example
*Any combustible material found within the fireplace cavity must be covered with a minimum ½” thick non-combustible board and maintain a 3” clearance to the sides and back of the fireplace.
