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Harman Oakwood

Chimney Connectors and Chimneys

Draft

Draft is widely misunderstood.  It is important that you, 

the stove operator, realize that draft is a variable 

effect

, not 

a given quantity. Stoves and chimneys do not 

have

 draft, 

yet draft is the key to your stove’s performance.

Draft is a 

force

, produced by an operating stove and 

the chimney to which it is attached.  It is created by hot 
gases rising up the chimney, creating a pressure difference 
between the inside of your home and the outside air.  It 
continually moves fresh combustion air into the stove, and 
hot exhaust gases out of the stove; without this constant 

flow, the fire will go out.

Other factors, such as barometric pressure, winds, the 

airtightness of the home, the total inside chimney volume, 
chimney height and the presence of venting devices such 
as exhaust fans also play a role in maintaining an adequate 

draft.  Low barometric pressures, super insulated homes 

and exhaust fans can reduce draft; winds can play havoc 
with draft; and too large or too small a chimney volume 
can  cause  reduced  draft  due  to  the  excessive  cooling 
or not enough room to vent exhaust gases. Introducing 
outside air  directly to the stove may help remedy a low 
draft problem.  Some signs of inadequate draft are smok-

ing, odor, difficulty in maintaining the fire, and low heat 

output.  Overdraft can be caused by a very tall chimney 

even if it is the recommended size, and can cause overfir

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ing of your stove.  Signs of an overdraft include rapid fuel 

consumption, inability to slow the fire, and parts of the 

stove or chimney connector glowing red.  It is important 
that you follow the chimney guidelines in this manual, 
including size, type, and height to avoid draft problems.

When installed and operated according to this manual, 

the  Oakwood  will  produce  enough  hot  gases  to  keep 
the chimney warm so that adequate draft is maintained 
throughout the burn cycle.

Chimney Connectors

In  general,  following  these  guidelines  will  ensure 

compliance with all national and provincial codes; prior to 
beginning your installation, check with your local build-

ing code official to check on additional local regulations 

which may influence the design and placement of your 

venting system.

The Harman Oakwood  may be installed with a mini-

mum (.6 mm) 24 gauge chimney connector pipe. The size 

of the connector should correspond to the size of the flue 

collar opening.  Do not use makeshift compromises. No 
part of the chimney connector may pass through an attic 
or roof space, closet or other concealed space, or through 

a floor 

or ceiling.  Whenever possible, avoid passing the 

connector through a combustible wall; if you must, use 
an  approved  wall  pass-through,  described  later  in  this 
section.

Assemble the connector beginning at the flue collar, 

with the crimped ends pointing towards the stove (to 

keep debris and creosote flakes inside the system).  Each 

joint, including the one to the stove’s flue collar and the 

one to the chimney itself should be secured with at least 
three sheet metal screws.  Screws may be a maximum of 

3 inches apart.  A 1-1/4" (30 mm) overlap is required at 

each joint, including the flue collar attachment.  No more 

than two 90 degree elbows should be used, and the total 

length of connector should not exceed 10 feet (3 m).  All 

horizontal runs of connector must have a minimum up-

ward slope of 1/4"(6 mm) per foot (20 mm per meter).

Chimney connector should correspond to the size of the 

flue collar opening. Do not use makeshift compromises. 

No part of the chimney connector may pass through an 
attic or roof cemented in place with refractory cement. 

Wall Pass-throughs

Occasionally it is necessary to pass the chimney con-

nector through a combustible wall to reach the chimney.  
Depending on your local building codes, and the pertinent 
provincial  or  national  codes,  there  are  several  choices 
for  accomplishing  this  safely.    Before  beginning  your 

installation, contact local officials, and also the chimney 

connector and chimney manufacturer for specific require

-

ments.

Canada.  

Three methods are approved by the Canadian 

Standards Association.   The  diagram  on  the  next  page 

shows one method requiring an 18"(450 mm) air space 

between  the  connector  and  the  wall.    It  allows  use  of 
one or two covers as described in the diagram.  The two 
other methods are described in detail in the current issue 

of CAN/CSA B365, the national standard.

United States 

 In the U.S., the national code is NFPA 

211.  While many localities adopt this standard, be sure 
to  check  with  local  authorities  before  beginning  your 
installation.

The NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency) permits 

four methods for passing through a combustible wall.  A 
commonly used method to pass through a wall directly to 

a masonry chimney is to clear a minimum 12"(300 mm) 

around the entire chimney connector, and fill it with brick 

masonry which is at least 3.5"(90 mm) thick.  A fireclay 

liner, minimum 3/8" (9 mm) wall thickness must run 

through the brick wall to the chimney liner (but not be

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yond the inner surface of the liner).  It must be cemented 
in place with refractory cement.  This method is illustrated 
on the next page.  For details on the other three options, 
refer to the most recent edition of the NFPA 211 code.

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Summary of Contents for R11

Page 1: ...E IN THE U S AND CANADA The Oakwood is not approved for mobile home installation IF THIS HARMAN STOVE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT FOR YOUR SAFETY FOLLOW INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS C...

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Page 3: ...tions may result in property damage bodily injury or even death Harman Home Heating 352 Mountain House Road Halifax PA 17032 U S A INDEX INDEX Introduction 4 Specifications 5 Operation Building a Fire...

Page 4: ...catalytic stoves Top loading makes adding wood easier and allows you to view your beautiful fire through the extra large glass door The glass stays cleaner because of specially coated glass and the e...

Page 5: ...n limits for wood heaters sold after July 1 1990 Weight 440 lbs Flue Size 6 inch Log Length Recommended 21 Max Heating Capacity 2 000 sq ft Average Emissions 2 32 Grams Per Hr Emissions on Low 0 8 Gra...

Page 6: ...Harman Oakwood Andirons Grate Top Load Opening Air Control Front Load Door Top Load Door Bypass Damper Control Handle Ash Door Ash Door Latch Front Load Door Latch SPECIFICATIONS Optional Cooking Gril...

Page 7: ...y passing a poker back and forth across the grate The andirons keep the fuel from coming into direct con tact with the glass and keep hot coals and embers from spilling out while reloading Never build...

Page 8: ...ges The initial or evaporation stage is where the moisture in the wood is driven off in the form of steam A second stage is where the volatile gases contained in the wood are released and burned This...

Page 9: ...etting all the way to the right Be sure the ash pan door is closed and latched Start with a bed of crumpled paper and kindling sized about finger width place several 1 2 25mm 50mm splitpiecesofdrywood...

Page 10: ...bypass before taking the ashes outside for safe disposal Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid The closed container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor o...

Page 11: ...pproved by either the CAN CSA B365 standard Canada or NFPA 211 U S Contact your building authority for information if you are interested in reducing clearance distances other than those presented here...

Page 12: ...12 Harman Oakwood INSTALLATION CLEARANCES See NFPA 211 for more installation clearance reductions when using USM wall protection etc 21 25...

Page 13: ...Harman Oakwood 13 INSTALLATION CLEARANCES See NFPA 211 for more installation clearance reductions when using USM wall protection etc...

Page 14: ...14 Harman Oakwood installation clearances See NFPA 211 for more installation clearance reductions when using USM wall protection etc...

Page 15: ...rth weight limitations The Oakwood should not be installed into a factory built fireplace unless the hearth area is designed to take the maximum weight of the stove The Oakwood loaded with wood weighs...

Page 16: ...loset or other concealed space or through a floor or ceiling Whenever possible avoid passing the connector through a combustible wall if you must use an approved wall pass through described later in t...

Page 17: ...200 mm may be used For square or rectangular masonry chimneys nominal sizes of 8 x 8 or 8 x 12 200 mm x 200 mm 200 mm x 300 mm may be used Codes require that solid fuel chimneys extend 3 ft 0 9 m abo...

Page 18: ...e of the chimney liner and both must be firmly cemented in place with refractory cement Athimble is a masonry pipe which is inserted through the chimney wall and is frequently the preferred method a b...

Page 19: ...id fuels are burned completely they pro duce water and carbon dioxide However in long slow burns a substantial amount of carbon monoxide may be produced If allowed to build up carbon monoxide which is...

Page 20: ...Chimney Support Standard Ceiling Installation with Factory Built Chimney Chimney Cap Factory Built Metal Chimney Sealed Storm Collar Finishing Col lar Chimney Connector Cathedral Ceiling Installation...

Page 21: ...Space Three Sheet Metal Screws per Joint of Chimney Connector Mantel and Trim Pro tection Floor Protection in Accordance with Solid Fuel Appliance Listing Airtight insulated Clean out Chimney Breach F...

Page 22: ...Extend to Flue Liner Minimum 8 Masonry Thickness in Front of Smoke Chamber Use Damper Adapter or Seal with Non Combustible Material Floor Protection in Accordance with Solid Fuel Appliance Listing Ai...

Page 23: ...ace Trim Protection for Reduced Clearance UL1777 Stainless Steel Liner System or Other approved lining system Follow liner manufacturer s instructions on insulation and support Floor Protection in Acc...

Page 24: ...Clearance for Complex ity Exterior Chimney or 2 Clearance for Interior Chimney and 2 Clear ance for NFPA 211 Type Approved Thimbles Floor Protection in Accordance with Solid Fuel Appliance Listing Ch...

Page 25: ...work the controls back and forth several times during the summer or any prolonged period when you are not using your stove The Fire Chamber The inside of the fire chamber should be examined for damag...

Page 26: ...check these gaskets from time to time and replace them when necessary The gaskets are made of fiberglass of different sizes obtainable from your Harman dealer and some are fixed in place with a high...

Page 27: ...n the smoke deflec tor may not be needed on the top vent models The Cozy Screen can be used from the start of a fire or can be used with an existing one When starting a fire with the Cozy Screen smoke...

Page 28: ...ck 1 90 02490 2 Charcoal 1 90 02490 3 goldenfire 1 90 02490 4 Metallic blue 1 90 02490 5 Honey glo 1 90 02490 10 Mojave red 1 90 02490 12 Forest green 1 2 3 4 6 8 9 10 15 16 17 18 21 22 23 24 25 26 27...

Page 29: ...Top 4 00 249105P 11 Top Load Door 3 00 249115P 12 Top Load Handle 2 00 249148 13 Left Side Panel 4 00 249103D 14 Inner Front 4 00 249111S 15 Andiron Qty 2 Req 3 00 249101P Y 16 Front Load Door 4 00 24...

Page 30: ...31 2 Inlet Brick Right 3 40 00104 Y 31 3 Logo Brick 3 40 00101 Y 31 4 Inlet Brick Left 3 40 00103 Y 31 5 Upper Brick Clip Pkg of 2 1 00 249172 Y 31 6 Rear Brick Clip Pkg of 2 1 00 249153 Y 31 7 Cast L...

Page 31: ...2494 32 4 Bottom Heat Shield Kit 1 00 02491 Hardware Packages Bolt 5 16 18 x 2 Zinc Plated Carriage Pkg of 25 3 30 4001 25 Y Bushing 3 8 OD X 1 4 OAL Pkg of 5 3 50 00058 5 Y Nut 1 4 20 Zinc Plated Fin...

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