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Drill a hole or drive a nail through this centerpoint.
Check the floor above for any obstructions, such as
wiring or plumbing runs.
Reposition the fireplace and vent system, if neces-
sary, to accommodate the ceiling joists and/or
obstructions.
Cut an 11-inch X 11-inch (280 mm X 280 mm) hole
through the ceiling, using the centerpoint previously
marked.
Frame the hole with framing lumber the same size
as the ceiling joists.
1. Cut the 11-inch by
11-inch hole.
2. Add the new framing
members.
JOIST
CEILING FIRESTOP
CEILING
NAILS (4 REQUIRED)
Figure 22. 11" x 11" Hole and New Framing
Members
If the area above the ceiling is NOT an attic, position
and secure the ceiling firestop on the ceiling side of
the previously cut and framed hole.
This shows a ceiling
installation.
Figure 23. Ceiling Firestop (Ceiling Side)