Flue Collar Removal And Installation - FPI I2450M Manual

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Flue Collar Removal and Installation

List of Tools required:
- Pull rod (supplied with unit)
- 1/2" socket / ratchet
- 3/8" open face wrench
- 7/16" socket / ratchet
NOTE: The removable flue collar is attached to the unit. If you need to re-
move the collar for ease of installation, please follow the below steps.
Note: unit in images may not be identical to the I2450—but they depict the
process.
SAFETY NOTE: The insert is very heavy and will require two people to move
it into position. The door and bricks can be removed to help. Be sure to protect
your hearth extension with a heavy blanket or cardboard during the installation.
1. Allow the stove to burn out and cool down.
2. Remove stainless steel smoke deflector - See instructions in this manual.
3. Remove the front 2 secondary air tubes with pliers as shown below.
Note: F2500 shown
4. Remove baffles - push the baffles together and away from the side walls.
Front View
5. Lift the left baffle out from underneath the right baffle - then lift out. Remove
the right baffle.
Front View
6. Manoeuver the baffle above the air tube and slide out.
Side View
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7. Take a ½" ratchet and remove the two bolts at back inside of the firebox. These
bolts are used to secure the flue collar. Keep these and washers for re-install.
8. Slide collar off the unit.
9. Install flex liner into existing chimney as per liner manufacturer's specifica-
tions. See Diagram 1.
Diagram 1
10. Secure the adaptor to the flex liner with three screws. Ensure the adapter
is level and aligned correctly. See Diagram 2.
Flue Adaptor
11. Install the unit by first setting the rear of the unit into the fireplace. See
Diagram 3. Ensure that the unit is centered in the existing fireplace and
lined up with the flue adaptor.
Diagram 3
Flex Liner
Diagram 2