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July 30, 2019
7095-802B
EXPEDITION II INSERT
D. Tools And Supplies Needed
Before beginning the installation be sure the following tools
and building supplies are available:
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Reciprocating saw
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Framing material
• Pliers
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High temp caulking material
• Hammer
• Gloves
• Phillips screwdriver
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Framing square
• Flat blade screwdriver
• Electric drill and bits
• Plumb line
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Safety glasses
• Level
• Tape measure
• Misc. screws and nails
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7/16 socket or wrench
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1/2-3/4 in. length, #6 or #8 self-drilling screws
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Remove appliance and components from packaging
and inspect for damage.
• Vent system components and doors are shipped in
separate packages.
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Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment.
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Read all the instructions before starting the installation.
Follow these instructions carefully during the installation
to ensure maximum safety and benefit.
E. Inspect Appliance and Components
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Installation and use of any damaged appliance.
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Modification of the appliance.
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Installation other than as instructed by Hearth &
Home Technologies.
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Installation and/or use of any component part not
approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.
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Operating appliance without fully assembling all
components.
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Operating appliance without legs attached (if supplied
with unit).
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Do NOT Over fire
- If appliance or chimney connector
glows, you are over firing.
Any such action that may cause a fire hazard.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, and the warranty will be
voided by, the following actions:
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Inspect appliance and components for
damage. Damaged parts may impair
safe operation.
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Do NOT install damaged components.
• Do NOT install incomplete components.
• Do NOT install substitute components.
Report damaged parts to dealer.
C. Negative Pressure
Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air
available for the appliance to operate properly. It can be
strongest in lower levels of the house.
Causes include:
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Exhaust fans (kitchen, bath, etc.)
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Range hoods
• Combustion air requirements for furnaces, water
heaters and other combustion appliances
• Clothes dryers
• Location of return-air vents to furnace or
air conditioning
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Imbalances of the HVAC air handling system
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Upper level air leaks such as:
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Recessed lighting
- Attic hatch
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Duct leaks
To minimize the effects of negative air pressure:
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Install the outside air kit with the intake facing
prevailing winds during the heating season
• Ensure adequate outdoor air for all combustion
appliances and exhaust equipment
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Ensure furnace and air conditioning return vents are
not located in the immediate vicinity of the appliance
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Avoid installing the appliance near doors, walkways or
small isolated spaces
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Recessed lighting should be a “sealed can” design
• Attic hatches weather stripped or sealed
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Attic mounted duct work and air handler joints and
seams taped or sealed
• Basement installations should be avoided
WARNING
Asphyxiation Risk.
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Negative pressure can cause spillage
of combustion fumes, soot and
carbon monoxide.
• Appliance needs to draft properly
for safety.
