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INSTALLATION: VENTING
CHIMNEY HEIGHT
To prevent downdrafts, chimney, or vent without a listed cap should extend at least 3 feet above the highest point
where it passes through a roof and at least 2 feet higher than any portion of a building within a horizontal distance
of 10 feet. A chimney or vent must not extend less than the distances stated above.
**Check local codes or ordinances for additional requirements**
Nearby structures, trees, or hills can cause downdraft conditions which force smoke to the ground. Chimney height
may have to be raised to overcome downdraft conditions.
Improper use or failure to maintain the boiler may cause nuisance conditions. Persons
operating this solid fuel boiler are responsible for operation so as not to cause nuisance
conditions. Even proper use and maintenance of the boiler, and meeting the distance
and stack height recommendations and requirements in State and local regulations may not
always be adequate to prevent nuisance conditions in some areas due to terrain or other factors.
ALL LOCAL AND STATE REGULATIONS OR CODES AND VENTING
SYSTEM MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
ALL SOLID FUEL APPLIANCES CREATE VISIBLE SMOKE DURING SOME OPERATING CONDITIONS.
NOTICE
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