INSTALLATION
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POSITIVE FLUE CONNECTION FOR MASONRY FIRE-
PLACE
A Professional should inspect chimney prior to installation to
determine if any repairs are necessary or if a chimney reline
is necessary.
The fireplace damper must be secured in the open position.
If this is not possible, it will be necessary to remove the
damper. Installation into a masonry fireplace requires as a
minimum of a flue extension past the header. This can be
accomplished by one of the following methods:
Install 6" smoke pipe if the chimney is located directly
above the insert flue
(Or) Install 6" flex pipe to achieve the same result.
Use an offset adapter (see page 25) to handle offsets. This
part is available through your dealer.
A preferable installation is the positive flue connection (a
positive seal between the flue extension and the chimney).
This can be achieved by using a filler plate. A filler plate can
be made by making a cardboard pattern to fit the fireplace
throat. Lay the pattern on 22 gage steel, add 2 inches to each
side, and cut. Snip corners and bend front lip up and sides
and back down. Cut an opening for the flue. Attach filler plate
with masonry screws.
The starter pipe extends through the filler plate, past the
damper and into the chimney system. Small air leaks
should be sealed with high temp fiberglass or ceramic
insulation.