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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 equivalent.
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 construc
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tion 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 com-
pleted 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”). These
are merely recommendations and good building practices should be
utilized.
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