PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION
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CHIMNEY INSPECTION
The existing fireplace should be inspected by a local fire
marshal or qualified installer for adequate serviceability
prior to installing this appliance
.
Factory built fireplace:
If any portion of the chimney
system shows signs of structural or mechanical weak-
nesses, such as: cracks, leaky joints, corroded or
warped surfaces. Look for obvious bulges in the lining,
which may indicate the need to replace that section
(use a bright flashlight. Any faulty portion must be re-
paired or replaced prior to installing this appliance.
Also, inspect the attic to see that the chimney has
proper clearance to combustible framing members.
Masonry fireplace:
The chimney should have no
cracks, loose mortar, other signs of deterioration, or
blockage. Any necessary repairs should be done by a
qualified mason.
If the existing fireplace flue system is dirty or has some
obstruction in it, clean it. A dirty chimney can cause your
insert to smoke when refueling, and can result in a chim-
ney fire. An oversized chimney may result in less than
optimum performance. Installations into a large masonry
chimney may require a liner to improve performance.
CLEARANCES
WARNING: It is very important that you observe the
minimum clearances.
There are listed clearances for your fireplace insert which
were determined in a laboratory testing and must be
maintained.
Minimum Clearance to Combustibles
Stove top to mantel:
32"
Stove top to trim:
24"
Stove side to trim:
9"
Stove side to sidewall:
17"
DRAFT REQUIREMENTS
The appliance is merely one component of a larger sys-
tem. The other equally important component is the vent-
ing system. This is necessary for achieving the required
flow of combustion air to the fire chamber and for safely
removing unwanted combustion byproducts from the ap-
pliance. If the venting system's design does not promote
these ends, the system may not function properly. Poorly
functioning venting systems may create performance
problems as well as be a safety hazard (i.e. an oversized
chimney may result in less than optimum performance.
Installations into a large, masonry chimney may require a
liner to improve performance). A draft test should read
greater than .04' W.C. (inches water column) and less
than .08" W.C.
VENTILATION
Ventilation is essential when using a solid burning appli-
ance. The combustion process uses oxygen from inside
the home and it may be necessary to open a window in a
house that is well insulated.