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CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS
The stove must be connected to either a masonry
or manufactured metal chimney built and tested to the
specifications listed on the previous pages.
Chimneys perform two functions:
1). As a means of exhausting smoke and flue gases
which are the result of fuel combustion.
2). The chimney provides “draft” which allows oxy-
gen to be continuously introduced into the
appliance, so that proper combustion is possible.
This stove relies on natural draft to operate.
NOTICE: Always provide a source of fresh air into
the room where the stove is located. Failure to do so
may result in air starvation of other fuel burning ap-
pliances and the possible development of hazardous
conditions, fire or death.
Your stove itself does not create draft. Draft is
provided by the chimney. To achieve proper draft your
chimney must meet the three minimum height require-
ments detailed in figures 7 – 9. A minimum of 0.05
w.c. (measured in water column) is required for proper
drafting to prevent back puffing, smoke spillage, and to
maximize performance. (Gauges to measure draft are
readily available at stove stores and are economical to
rent or purchase.)
Factors such as wind, barometric pressure, trees,
terrain and chimney temperature can have an adverse
effect on the draft. The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for external factors leading to less than
optimal drafting.
Should you have a problem with inadequate draft,
you should contact a licensed heating and cooling con-
tractor for assistance in solving the problem.
IMPORTANT Installation Points
1. Size chimney flue to stove collar. This stove requires
a 6” diameter flue.
2. Never connect this unit to a chimney serving an-
other appliance.
3. The chimney must meet all minimum height require-
ments.
4. Never use a chimney to ventilate a cellar or base-
ment.
5. C o n t a c t y o u r l o c a l b u i l d i n g a u t h o r i t y
for approved methods of installation and any
necessary permits and/or inspections.
MASONRY CHIMNEY
Before using an existing masonry chimney,
clean the chimney, inspect the flue liner and make
any repairs needed to be sure it is safe to use.
Make repairs before attaching the stove. The con-
nector stove pipe and fittings you will need to con-
nect directly to a masonry chimney are shown in
figure 6.
Fig. 7 - Chimney Construction Through Attic Space
CHIMNEY
FLUE
5/8" TILE
CHIMNEY
LINER
MASONRY
CHIMNEY
THIMBLE
COLLAR
6˝ ROUND
24 ga. BLACK
CONNECTOR
STOVEPIPE
8˝ MIN.
LINER
BELOW
ENTRY
HOLE
If the connector stove pipe must go through a
combustible wall before entering the masonry chim-
ney, consult a qualified mason or chimney dealer. The
installation must conform to local building and fire
codes and latest edition of NFPA 211 (US) or CAN/
CSA-B365 (CDN).
If there is a cleanout opening in the base of the
chimney, close it tightly.
Fig.6 - Masonry Chimney Connection
