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DETERMINE LOCATION
1. Determine the exact position of your fireplace, the width, depth and height of the hearth (optional), and location of the vent system
termination. If possible place the fireplace in such a manner that the vent termination will be placed between two studs so additional
framing is not necessary
HEARTH REQUIREMENTS: When the fireplace is installed directly on carpet, tile or other combustible material, it must be installed
on a wood or metal panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace. The minimum platform size is 40 7/8" wide X 21 3/8"
deep.
If masonry is to be used (optional), prepare the necessary foundation for the masonry load. When masonry construction is being
used, a lintel must be used over the top of the fireplace to support the added weight.
IMPORTANT - Vent cap location must be in compliance with the guidelines on page 8 of this manual.
2. HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS:
IMPORTANT: The horizontal vent heat shield must be
installed when using a 45-degree elbow to horizontally
position the vent system or when using the #800 series Kozy
Heat flexible vent system for horizontal terminations. Refer
to page #12 of this manual for instruction on attaching the
horizontal vent heat shield.
Frame a 14 1/8" high (H) x 14 1/8" wide (W) opening on the
exterior wall for the chimney termination.
This opening size includes the required 3" clearance on all
sides of approved rigid vent systems and the Kozy Heat #800
series flexible vent system.
To achieve the minimum horizontal venting requirements for
RIGID PIPE APPLICATIONS, a minimum of 36 1/2" (A) to the
top of the vent pipe and 39 1/2" (B) to the top of the framed
opening from the floor or hearth the fireplace is setting on
is required. See Figure 7A.
To achieve the minimum venting requirements, for FLEX
VENT APPLICATIONS, a minimum of 40" (A) to the top of the
vent pipe and 43" (B) to the top of the framed opening from
the floor or hearth the fireplace is setting on is required. See
Figure 7A.
FIGURE 7A
3. VERTICAL TERMINATIONS: Follow vent pipe manufacturer’s installation instructions for vertical terminations. A minimum 1"
clearance on all sides of vertical vent pipe sections must be maintained.
The horizontal vent heat shield is not used for vertical venting configurations.
CAUTION: COLD AIR TRANSFER AREA. THE SURROUNDING CHASE OF THE FIREPLACE MUST COMPLY WITH ALL CLEARANCES AS
OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL AND BE CONSTRUCTED IN COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL BUILDING CODES. OUTSIDE WALLS SHOULD BE
INSULATED TO PREVENT COLD AIR FROM ENTERING THE ROOM.
NOTE: Due to high temperatures, this unit should be located out of traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies.
4. Build the hearth to the desired size and height. If a hearth extension is desired, combustible material may be used.
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