Valcourt FP11 FRONTENAC, Installation And Operation Manual

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1.3.7 Fresh Air Kit
During operation, the fireplace requires fresh air for combustion and draws air out of the
house. It may starve other fuel burning appliances such as gas or oil furnaces. As well,
exhaust fans may compete for air, causing negative pressure in the house, resulting in smoke
entering the house from the fireplace. This situation is aggravated in modern airtight houses.
To overcome this problem, we strongly recommend that you
bring fresh air to the fireplace.
Check with local authorities having jurisdiction in your area, it may be mandatory.
1.3.7.1 Fresh Air kit Installation
Refer to the following requirements to install a fresh air kit to the fireplace:
A) Insulated duct length should be sufficient to avoid condensation.
B) The outside wall termination must not be installed more than 10 ft. (3 m) above the
base of the fireplace.
C) The fresh air must come from outside the house. The air intake must not draw air from
the attic, from the basement, or from a garage.
D) The outside wall termination should be installed where it is not likely to be blocked by
snow or exposed to extreme wind and away from automobile exhaust fumes, gas
meter and other vents.
E) The outside termination may be installed above or below floor level.
Your fireplace contains the following components:
One (1) 4" adapter (B);
Six (6) screws (C);
The following components are not included:
A 4" insulated flexible pipe
The outside air inlet cap
The 2 adjustable clamping ring
To complete the fresh air installation, you will need a 4" insulated flexible pipe. Use the
length required for your installation while respecting the maximum length of 10 ft (3 m)
above the base of the fireplace.
Remove the knock out (A) located on the left-hand side of your fireplace. Install 4" adapter
(B) included in your fireplace with the 2 screws (C).