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C: Installation of a New Flue System
1. Masonry Flue: If you are considering a masonry flue (see Figure 1), you should
contact your local building officials for the proper procedures required in the
construction. We recommend that you consult with and have your flue built by a
licensed, bonded contractor.
Most masonry flues are placed against the outside wall and extend up the side of
the house. A flue thimble is then inserted through the wall making the connection
with the vertical flue and the stove flue pipe. Extreme caution should be
exercised when drilling through the wall. You must maintain proper clearances
between the connecting liner and any combustible wall. We do recommend that
you have a flue clean out door at least 2’ (two feet) below the flue thimble for
easy access and cleaning. This door should be made as air tight as possible. It is
the customer’s responsibility to be sure the chimney (or flue system) is in a safe
operating condition.
The manufacturer will not be held responsible for an
accident attributed to a unit connected to a faulty chimney or flue system.
2. Premanufactured Flue System: In the past few years, premanufactured flue
systems have become very popular. This type system is fairly easy to install and
when installed correctly, it is a very safe. There are many premanufactured flue
systems on the market from which to choose. In making your choice, be sure the
system has a recognized label of approval such as U.L., B.O.C.A. or I.C.B.O.
Any of these labels will ensure the flue system is constructed of the proper
materials and meets the required safety standards. Your local dealer will
normally handle an approved, high-quality flue system.
NOTE: Be sure to use “HT” Pipe.
There are two very popular methods of installing a premanufactured flue system.
The first, which is the least expensive, is up through the ceiling and out the roof
(see Figure 2). This is the most direct route and creates more draft because less
pipe is normally used. Single wall pipe (24 gauge) is used up to the ceiling, with
triple walled pipe through the attic and out the roof.
The second method of installation is to go through the wall and up the outside of
your home or structure (see Figure 2). This method is more expensive because it
requires more pipe, and once outside the home insulated or triple wall pipe is
required. Extreme care should be used in any installation, and the manufacturers’
instructions should always be followed. If you choose this type installation, a
qualified contractor or bonded chimney sweep should install this system. It is the
customers’ responsibility to be sure the flue system is in a safe operating
condition.
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IMPROPER INSTALLATION:
The manufacturer will not be held responsible for damage
caused by the malfunction of a stove due to improper venting or installation. Call
800-245-6489 and/or consult a professional installer if you have any questions.
