8 | Neo operation guide: 11907-E 05-14
Mantels and surrounds
Mantels and surrounds, made of combustible materials, are allowed providing they are
outside the minimum clearances shown below. Due to the number of different sized Neo
frames, the dimensions are taken from the edge of the glass.
A
C
B
D
E
F
Hearths
A hearth is not necessary, but can be used for decorative purposes or protection of
sensitive flooring if required. It must not obscure the front of the fire.
A Mantel height from top of glass 400 mm minimum
B Mantel depth at A - 400 mm (vertical clearance) 250 mm maximum
For every 50 mm of added mantel depth, there must be an additional 100 mm of vertical
clearance. For example; a mantel depth (B) of 350 mm will require 600 mm (A) of vertical
clearance.
C Surround from side of glass 200 mm minimum
D Surround projection at C - 200 mm (side clearance) 250 mm maximum
E Minimum mantel height from floor (when heater is mounted on
the floor)
910 mm maximum
F Minimum width for surround 915 mm minimum