Quadra-Fire 4300 Series, Owner'S Manual

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7037-135L
August 3, 2015
4300 Wood Stove Series (ACC)
Chimney Height / Rise and Run
This product was designed for and tested on a 6 inch (152mm)
chimney, 14 to 16 feet (420-480cm) high, (includes stove
height) measured from the base of the appliance. The further
your stack height or diameter varies from this confi guration,
the possibility of performance problems exists.
Chimney height may need to be increased by 2 - 3% per
each 1000 feet above sea level. It is not recommended to
use offsets or elbows at altitudes above 4000 feet above sea
level or when there are other factors that affect fl ue draft.
C. Installing Chimney Components
Chimney Connector
Single wall connector or stove pipe.
This must be at least 24 gauge mild steel or 26 gauge blue
steel. The sections must be attached to the appliance and to
each other with the crimped (male) end pointing toward the
stove. All joints, including the connection at the fl ue collar,
should be secured with 3 sheet metal screws. Make sure
to follow the minimum clearances to combustibles. Where
passage through the wall, or partition of combustible con-
struction is desired in Canada, the installation shall conform
to CAN/CSA-B365.
Factory-built listed chimney connector (vented).
A listed connector (vented) must be used when installing this
unit in a mobile home. The listed connectors must conform
to each other to ensure a proper fi t and seal.
Figure 18.2 Chimney Connector (Stove Pipe)
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer
to the owner’s information manual provided with this appli-
ance. For assistance or additional information consult a
qualifi ed installer, service agency or your dealer.
WARNING
Fire Risk .
Inspection of Chimney:
• Chimney must be in good condition.
• Meets minimum standard of NFPA 211
• Factory-built chimney must be 6 inch
(152mm) UL103 HT.
WARNING
WARNING
ONLY use connector:
• Within the room, between appliance and ceiling or wall.
Connector shall NOT pass through:
• Attic or roof space
• Closet or similar concealed space
• Floor or ceiling
Maintain minimum clearances to combustibles
Fire Risk.
Follow Chimney Connector Manufacturer’s
Instructions for Proper Installation.
Figure 18.1
Solid Pack Chimney with Metal Supports as a
Thimble (Cont’d)
WARNING
• DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIM-
NEY FLUE SERVICING ANOTHER APPLI-
ANCE.
• DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIB-
UTON DUCT OR SYSTEM.
May allow fl ue gases to enter the house.
Asphyxiation Risk.