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H. Install into a Masonry Fireplace
The insert must be installed as per the requirements of
your local inspection authority. It is recommended to use
a full liner as it is the safest installation and provides the
most optimum performance. Your retailer should be able
to help you decide which system would be the best for
your application.
The use of this connection method not only increases the
safety of your insert by directing the hot gases up the flue,
but will also help increase the unit's efficiency and decrease
creosote deposits in the chimney.
When a connected flue or liner is in use, the insert is able
to "breathe" better by allowing a greater draft to be created.
This great draft can decrease problems such as difficult
start-ups, smoking out the door and dirty glass.
I. Install Into a Factory Built Fireplace
1. When installed in a factory built fireplace, a full stainless
steel rigid is mandatory, for both safety and performance
purposes. When a flue or liner is in use, the insert is able
to breathe better by allowing a great draft to be created.
The great draft can decrease problems such as difficult
start-ups, smoking out the door, and dirty glass.
2. In order to position the flue liner, the existing rain cap
must be removed from your chimney system. In most
cases the flue damper should also be removed to allow
passage of the liner.
3. In most cases opening the existing spark screens fully
should give enough room for the insert installation. If it
does not, remove and store.
4. If the floor of your fireplace is below the level of the
fireplace opening, adjust the inserts leveling bolts to
accommodate the difference. When additional shimming
is required, use non-combustible masonry or steel shims.
5. Measure approximately the alignment of the flue liner
with the position of the smoke outlet hole on the insert
to check for possible offset. If an offset is required,
use a proper stainless steel unit available with the
chimney liner.
6. Once the above items have been checked, slide your
insert into position after first positioning the flue liner and
offset if required. (Re-install rain-cap at completion of
installation).
J. Securing Chimney Components
All joints should be secured with 3 sheet metal screws or
rivets per pipe manufacturers instructions. The sections
must be attached to the insert and to each other with the
crimped (male) end pointing toward the insert (Figure 4.5).
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Figure 4.5
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Risk of Fire!
Follow venting manufacturer's clearances
and instructions when installing venting
system
K. Altering the Fireplace
The following modifications of factory-built fireplaces
are permissible:
The following parts may be removed:
Damper
Ember Catches
Viewing Screen/Curtain
• The fireplace must not be altered. Cutting any sheet
metal parts of the fireplace in which the fireplace insert is
to be installed is prohibited per ANSI Z21.88 except that
the damper may be removed to accommodate a direct-
connect starter pipe or chimney liner,
• External trim pieces which do not affect the operation
of the fireplace may be removed providing they can be
stored on or within the fireplace for reassembly if the
insert is removed.
• The permanent metal warning label provided in the
component pack must be attached to the back of the
fireplace, with screws or nails, stating that the fireplace
may have been altered to accommodate the insert,
and must be returned to original condition for use as a
conventional fireplace.
• If the hearth extension is lower than the fireplace opening,
the portion of the insert extending onto the hearth must
be supported.
• Manufacturer designed adjustable support kit can be
ordered from your dealer.
• Final approval of this installation type is contingent upon
the authority having jurisdiction.
FLUE
GAS
DIRECTION
WARNING
Smoke Shelf or Baffle
Fire Grate
Doors
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