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Figure 3. Chimney Height
If the chimney top is not high enough, unusual
downdrafts may occur, resulting in undesired
smoke.
4.5 Install Damper
A. Install the Lyemance damper at the top of the
chimney, following instructions contained
with the damper. Figure 4 shows the proper
orientation of the damper in the chimney.
B. Connect the pull cable at the cable guide of the
damper and drop through the chimney.
Prevailing Wind
Figure 4. Install Damper
C. Install bracket towards the front of the firebox
wall, about 20 inches off the firebox floor.
This will contain the damper operating cable.
Use a ¼” masonry bit to avoid cracks in the
firebrick. See Figure 5.
Figure 5. Install Bracket
D. Insert the pull cable through the bracket and
adjust the length as shown in Figure 6 in the
open and closed positions.
Damper Open
Damper Closed
Figure 6. Adjust Damper Cable
Cable
Adhesive
