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FTF-13 or Equivalent Chimney System
The Fire-Lite is designed, tested and listed for use with FTF-
13 Class A metal chimney system, or equal.
Do not modify or alter metal flue or metal flue components
as this could result in an unsafe and potentially dangerous installation
that may cause a serious hazard and void the listings, approvals and the
limited warranty of the system.
The following installation instructions refer to FTF-13
chimney system. If “equal” metal chimney systems are used, follow the
metal flue manufacturer’s explicit installation instructions.
General Information:
This chimney system is designed for installation in accordance
with the National Fire Protection Standard for chimneys and solid fuel
burning appliances, NFPA 211 and in accordance with codes such as
BOCA Basic/National codes, the Standard Mechanical Code and the
Uniform Building Codes.
Note:
Illustrations shown reflect “typical” installations with nominal
dimensions and are for design and framing reference only. Actual
installations may vary due to individual design preferences. However,
always maintain minimum required clearances to combustible materials
and do not violate any specific installation requirements.
WARNING:
Failure to use manufacture’s provided parts,
variations in techniques and construction materials or
practices other than those described in this manual may create a fire
hazard and void the limited warranty.
Chimney Clearance Requirements:
The FTF-13 chimney’s outer layer requires a minimum two
inch (2”) air space to combustibles.
The chimney system must be enclosed when installed in or
passing through a living area where
combustibles or people may come in contact with it. This is important
to prevent possible personal injury or fire hazard.
The FTF-13 chimney’s fire stop spacer and roof flashing
(not chase flashings) may be placed directly on or against normal
construction materials.
Note:
“Normal construction materials” are considered to be: framing
materials, particle board, mill board, plywood, paneling, flooring, and
drywall.
Chimney Height Requirements:
The minimum recommended installed height of the completed
fireplace system is fourteen feet (14’ 0”). The minimum recommended
installed height of the completed fireplace system that includes one
offset chimney section is seventeen feet (17’ 0”).
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