September 27, 2016
7038-206F
13
5700 STEP TOP ACC
NOTE: I
n Canada when using a factory-built chimney it must
be safety listed,
Type UL103 HT (2100
o
F) CLASS “A”
or
conforming to
CAN/ULC-S629M, STANDARD FOR 650
o
C
FACTORY-BUILT CHIMNEYS.
Floor
Protector
Chimney
Connector
Insulated " T "
Flashing
Listed Termination Cap
Trim Collar on
Inside Wall
Listed Chimney
Storm Collar
Wall Support
Roof Brace (if required)
Thimble
Figure 13.1 Prefabricated Exterior Chimney
E. Venting Components
Chimney Connector:
It is also known as flue pipe or appliance pipe. The chimney
connector joins the appliance to the chimney. It must be a 6
inch (152mm) minimum diameter 24 gauge mild steel black
or 26 gauge blued steel, or an approved air-insulated double
wall venting pipe.
Thimble
:
A manufactured or site-constructed device installed in
combustible walls through which the chimney connector
passes to the chimney. It is intended to keep the walls
from igniting. Site constructed thimbles must meet NFPA
211 Standards. Prefabricated must be suitable for use with
selected chimney and meet UL103 Type HT Standards. Follow
instructions provided by the manufacturer for manufactured
thimbles for masonry chimney and prefabricated chimneys.
F. Chimney Systems
Prefabricated Metal Chimney
• Must be minimum 6 inch (152mm) diameter (ID) high
temperature chimney listed to UL 103 HT (2100
o
F) or
ULC S629M.
• Must use components required by the manufacturer
for installation.
• Must maintain clearances required by the manufacturer
for installation.
• Refer to manufacturers instructions for installation.
D. Chimney Height / Rise and Run
This product was designed for and tested on a 6 inch (152mm)
chimney, 14 to 16 feet (420-480cm) high, (includes appliance
height) measured from the base of the appliance. The further
your stack height or diameter varies from this configuration,
the greater the likelihood it may affect performance.
Chimney height may need to be increased by 2 - 3% per
each 1000 feet above sea level. It is not recommended to
use offsets or elbows at altitudes above 4000 feet above sea
level or when there are other factors that affect flue draft.
WARNING
Asphyxiation Risk.
• DO NOT CONNECT THIS Appliance TO A CHIM
-
NEY FLUE SERVICING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION
DUCT OR SYSTEM.
May allow flue gases to enter the house.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or main-
tenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the
owner’s information manual provided with this appliance. For
assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer,
service agency or your dealer.
WARNING
Fire Risk
.
Inspection of Chimney:
• Chimney must be in good condition.
• Meets minimum standard of NFPA 211
• Factory-built chimney must be 6 inch (152mm) UL103 HT.
WARNING
Chimney
:
The chimney can be new or existing, masonry or prefabricated
and must meet the following minimum requirements and as
specified in Section 4F.
