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CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS
The stove must be connected to either a ma-
sonry or manufactured metal chimney built and
tested to the specifications listed on the previous
pages.
Chimneys perform two functions:
1). As a means of exhausting smoke and flue
gases which are the result of fuel combustion.
2). The chimney provides “draft” which allows
oxygen to be continuously introduced into the
appliance, so that proper combustion is possible.
This stove relies on natural draft to operate.
NOTICE: Always provide a source of fresh
air into the room where the stove is located.
Failure to do so may result in air starvation of
other fuel burning appliances and the possible
development of hazardous conditions, fire or
death.
DRAFT: Your stove itself does not create
draft. Draft is provided by the chimney. To
achieve proper draft your chimney must meet the
three minimum height requirements detailed in
figures 10–13. A minimum of 0.05 w.c. (measured
in water column) is required for proper drafting
to prevent back puffing, smoke spillage, and to
maximize performance. Draft must not exceed 0.06
w.c. or unsafe operating conditions may occur. A
barometric draft regulator must be installed if draft
exceeds 0.06 w.c. (Gauges to measure draft are
readily available at stove stores and are economi-
cal to rent or purchase.)
Factors such as wind, barometric pressure,
trees, terrain and chimney temperature can have
an adverse effect on the draft. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for external factors
leading to less than optimal drafting.
Should you have a problem with inadequate
draft, you should contact a licensed heating and
cooling contractor for assistance in solving the
problem.
IMPORTANT Installation Points
1. Size chimney flue to stove collar. This stove
requires a 6” diameter flue.
2. Never connect this unit to a chimney serv-
ing another appliance.
3. The chimney must meet all minimum height
requirements.
4. Never use a chimney to ventilate a cellar
or basement.
5. Contact your local building authority
for approved methods of installation and any
necessary permits and/or inspections.
MASONRY CHIMNEY
Before using an existing masonry chimney,
clean the chimney, inspect the flue liner and make
any repairs needed to be sure it is safe to use.
Make repairs before attaching the stove. The con-
nector stove pipe and fittings you will need to con-
nect directly to a masonry chimney are shown in
figure 9.
Fig. 10 - Chimney Construction Through Attic Space
If the connector stove pipe must go through
a combustible wall before entering the masonry
chimney, consult a qualified mason or chimney
dealer. The installation must conform to local build-
ing and fire codes and latest edition of NFPA 211.
If there is a cleanout opening in the base of
the chimney, close it tightly.
CHIMNEY
FLUE
5/8" TILE
CHIMNEY
LINER
MASONRY
CHIMNEY
THIMBLE
COLLAR
6˝ ROUND
24 ga. BLACK
CONNECTOR
STOVEPIPE
8˝ MIN.
LINER
BELOW
ENTRY
HOLE
Fig. 9 - Masonry Chimney Connection
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