13
Installation
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f
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c
onnection
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This unit does not require a full reline (in USA only) when installing into a masonry fireplace, however, it
is recommended to ensure proper drafting of the appliance.
IMPORTANT: Ensure the chimney and firebox are cleaned and free of all debris, including soot and ashes,
before proceeding with this installation. If it is not clean soot maybe blown into the room through the
unit’s blower. Ensure the fireplace and chimney have not deteriorated in any way. If there is any sign of
corrosion or damage in the chimney the unit can not be installed. This unit can be installing in a masonry
fireplace built to (UBC 37 or ULC S628 standards) or a factory built fireplace (built to UL 127 or ULC S610
standards).
1. Install the hearth pad. The floor 6” (150 mm) in front of the unit and 6” (150 mm) to each side of the
unit must be protected with a non-combustible hearth pad.
2. The vent connector from the insert must extend a minimum of 18” above the chimney seal plate. The
chimney seal plate area must be sealed to prevent the exhaust from the chimney from coming back
into the fireplace and prevent air from the fireplace from entering the chimney which will affect proper
Figure 10: Masonry fireplace positive flue installation.
drafting of appliance.
A qualified installer should evaluate
the existing fireplace to determine the
best method for achieving a positive
flue connection between the vent pipe
or liner and the chimney. Whatever
method used must effectively seal
the area to prevent room air passage
to the chimney cavity of the fireplace.
A couple examples of Approved
Methods of Achieving a Positive Flue
Connection are:
a) Secure a seal-off plate (i.e. 22-
gage sheet steel) in the masonry
fireplace throat using masonry
screws.
b) Pack non-combustible material
(i.e. rockwool) around the vent
pipe or using a flue adapter.
3. Set leveling leg to approximate
height.
4. Connect the Exhaust Starter Quick
Connect straight to the exhaust pipe.
IMPORTANT:
The chimney seal plate must be removed for the annually chimney cleaning as ash will
build up on top of the plate.
Floor Protection
Combustible Floor
Masonry Fireplace
Min 6"
(15.2 cm)
12" (30.5cm) Mantle
Minimum 36" (91 cm)
from Bottom of stove.
Chimney must be completely
sealed with a non-combustible
material and be possible to
remove annually
for cleaning.
Surround Panel
Top of vent pipe
must be 18"
(45.7cm) minimum
above the chimney
seal plate.
The existing chimney can
not be corroded or
damaged in any way.
