In snowy climates, the air intake hood should be located 30cm (12’’) above the maximum snow level
for that climate or a minimum 1.2m (48’’) above ground level and be sheltered from high winds. Place
the exit of the combustion air intake in the room where the fireplace is installed or in an adjacent
connecting room as per ANSI Z 223.1/NFPA 54.
Caution: the Outside Combustion Air intake must not come from an attic, garage, carport, basement,
the chimney’s enclosure or be less than 3m (10’) from a gas meter, a fuel/propane tank or any other
device that may emit fumes or gases, such as the exhaust of a motor vehicle.
B. Fans operating: (e.g.: range hood, bathroom exhaust fan, clothes dryer)
These fans draw air out of the house and may actually cause a negative pressure in the
house. Turn off all fans and clothes dryer(s) when the fireplace is in operation.
C. Wet wood: Wet or tarred wood will smoulder and smoke instead of burning properly.
D. Dirty or blocked chimney: Check to make sure the chimney is clear and clean.
E. Chimney not long enough: The chimney must extend at least 915 mm (3’) above its point of
contact with the roof and at least 0.6 m (2’) higher than any roof or wall within 3 m (10’) of it. When
installed with offsets, only two 45
o
elbows permitted, the minimum system height is 4.6m (15’) to 5.2
m (17’) . Additional height will increase draft and will decrease the tendency to smoke. If only the
minimum chimney height is installed, operating conditions must be optimal; interior chimney,
minimum height of 45cm (18”) of smoke pipe before any offset, and total respect of the chimney
manufacturer installation instructions.
F. Poor chimney draft: With proper chimney draft and no fire, there should be sufficient draft to
exhaust cigarette smoke introduced into the fireplace. In areas where the outdoor temperature may
fall to -18
o
C( 0
o
F) or below , the use of an exterior chimney without an insulated enclosure will result
in operating problems such as difficult fire ignition, down-drafting and flow reversal, backdraft of
smoke, poor draft, excessive condensation of combustion products and rapid accumulation of
creosote when connected to a wood burning fireplace. As a precaution, always provide a properly
insulated enclosure around the chimney if it is outdoors. Even with a properly insulated enclosure
around the chimney, there might still be draft problems caused by extremely cold weather. To
correct this, it is recommended to preheat the chimney by holding a lit rolled up newspaper inside
the fireplace towards the smoke pipe until the draft is sufficient and then start the fire.
2.4 MAINTAINING THE TATIANA FIREPLACE AND CHIMNEY
2.4.1 Fireplace
and Chimney Maintenance
Regular chimney inspection and maintenance before and during the heating season combined with
proper operation will prevent chimney fires.
2.4.2 Annual and Seasonal Inspections
1.Before the heating season, have a chimney sweep or authorized service person inspect the interior
and exterior of the fireplace, smoke pipe and chimney to make sure that all of it’s components are
solidly secured and leakproof, that there is no deterioration or obstructions such as bird nests, etc.
If there is a build-up of creosote above 3mm (1/8’’), have the smoke pipe, smoke pipe damper and
chimney swept using a stiff plastic or non-metallic brush to prevent damaging or scratching the
stainless steel interior of the chimney.
Note:
The rain cap must be removed for inspection and/or cleaning of the chimney.
2.During the heating season have the smoke pipe/chimney system inspected twice. Do not allow
more than 3 mm (1/8’’) creosote build-up in the smoke pipe and chimney. The amount of creosote
accumulation will depend on variables such as frequency of use and type of fire. In the presence of a
build-up of more than 3 mm (1/8’’) of creosote, have the smoke-pipe damper, smoke pipe and
chimney swept by a qualified chimney sweep only using a stiff plastic or non-metallic brush. After he
has finished sweeping the smoke pipe/chimney system, he must also verify that all of it’s
components are solidly secured and leakproof.
3.Do not expect chemical cleaners to keep your chimney clean
.
2.4.3 Care and Cleaning of the exterior of the Fireplace
1.Do not attempt to clean the painted surfaces of the fireplace, smoke pipe or Load Bearing Support
until the paint is well cured after several fires as this may damage the factory applied finish which is
not covered under warranty. Before cleaning, wait until all the components are cool to the touch and
then clean with a soft humid sponge. Do not use any metal polish or abrasives. Do not touch, rub or
try to clean the fireplace and smoke pipe when hot. For deep scratches, touch them up with heat
resistant paint as supplied by JC Bordelet S.A.S.
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