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January 30, 2004
5100-I WOOD INSERT
R
250-1960 Rev B
1. An outside air inlet must be provided for combustion and must
remain clear of leaves, debris, ice and/or snow. It must be
unrestricted while unit is in use to prevent room air starvation
which can cause smoke spillage and an inability to maintain a
fire. Smoke spillage can also set off smoke alarms.
2. Unit must be secured to the mobile home structure. Remove
bolts from each side of insert and use plumbers tape to secure
to structure (a washer may be required). Reinstall bolts.
3. Unit must be grounded with #8 solid copper grounding wire or
equivalent and terminated at each end with N.E.C. approved
grounding device.
4. The factory-built fireplace must meet (UM)84-HUD
requirements for outside combustion air supply to the firepalce
fire chamber and the chimney must be listed to UL103-HT
or a listed UL-1777 full length 6 inch (152mm) diameter liner
must be used. It must be equipped with a spark arrestor cap
and the outside air must be installed on the insert.
(See Figure 9A and complete installation instructions
of page 13.
)
5. Refer to
page 5
of this manual or the Serial label located on the right side of the insert for clearances to
combustibles.
6. Floor protections requirements on
page 5
must be followed precisely.
7. Use silicone to create an effective vapor barrier at the location were the chimney or other component penetrates
to the exterior of the structure.
8. Follow the chimney and chimney connector manufacturer’s instructions when installing the flue system for use
in a mobile home.
INSTALLATIONS INTO ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACES IN MOBILE HOMES
(IN USA ONLY)
WARNING: NEVER DRAW COMBUSTION AIR FROM A WALL,
FLOOR OR CEILING CAVITY OR FROM ANY ENCLOSED
SPACE SUCH AS AN ATTIC OR GARAGE.
CAUTION: THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE
HOME FLOOR, WALL AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE
MAINTAINED. (i.e., DO NOT CUT THROUGH FLOOR JOIST,
WALL STUD, CEILING TRUSS, ETC.)
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN SLEEPING ROOM.
NOTE:
Offsets from the vertical, not exceeding 45°, are allowed per Section 905(a) of the Uniform Mechanical Code
(UMC). Offsets greater than 45° are considered horizontal and are also allowed, providing the horizontal run does
not exceed 75% of the vertical height of the vent. Construction, clearance and termination must be in compliance
with the UMC Table 9C. This installation must also complies with NFPA 211.
NOTE:
Top sections of chimney must be removable to allow maximum clearance of 13.5’ (405cm) from ground level
for transportation purposes.
9. Burn wood only. Other types of fuels may generate poisonous gases (e.g., carbon monoxide).
Figure 9A - Installing Outside Air
Remove 2 Spring Handles
Cover from rear of
stove is secured
to front of stove
See complete
instructions on
page 13
Spark Arestor Cap
Roof Flashing
Storm Colla
r
Joist Shield/Firestop
Double Wall
Connector Pipe
