Pre-Installation Requirements - United States Stove VOGELZANG VG1820 Manual

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FIREPLACE CONDITION AND ZERO CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

A masonry fireplace must meet minimum code requirements, National Fire Protection Association, (NFPA) 211, or

the equivalent for a safe installation. Contact a professional, licensed installer, your local building inspector or the

local fire authority for the requirements in your area. Your insurance company should be able to recommend a

qualified inspector.

Inspections should include the following:

1. Condition of the fireplace and chimney. A masonry fireplace and chimney MUST be inspected prior to

installation of this appliance. They must be free from cracks, loose mortar, creosote deposits, blockage or

other evidence of deterioration. If found, these items MUST be repaired prior to installation. DO NOT REMOVE

BRICKS or MORTAR from existing fireplace when installing this unit.

2. Chimney Size. Minimum chimney size is 6" (153 mm) diameter. Maintain a 15 ft. minimum overall chimney

height measured from the top of appliance to the top of the chimney. Chimneys must extend at least 3 ft.

above the roof and at least 2 ft. above the highest point within 10 ft. of the chimney top. See the Chimney

Connections section of this manual.

3. Zero Clearance or Metal Heatform Fireplaces. These fireplaces and chimneys must meet the minimum code

specifications as noted above. Factory built zero clearance fireplaces must be listed and suitable for solid fuel

use. Chimneys must be at least 7 inch diameter to accommodate a required, continuous, stainless steel liner

from the appliance's flue collar to the top termination of the chimney. Only detachable parts that can be

easily replaced (i.e. damper parts, screens, doors and side, and back refractory panels) are to be removed.

These parts must be stored and readily available for replacement if the appliance is ever removed. The

removal of any parts that render the fireplace unusable for burning solid fuel requires a permanent label to

be affixed by the installer that states the fireplace is unsuitable for burning solid fuel unless the missing parts

are replaced and the fireplace is restored to its original, certified condition.

4. Chimney Caps. Mesh type chimney caps and spark arrestors must be able to be removed for regular

inspection and cleaning. Otherwise the mesh should be removed to prevent possible plugging. Check your

local fire and building codes.

5. Chimney Liner. The chimney must be suitable for burning solid fuel. Install a continuous stainless steel liner from

the flue collar of the appliance to the top of the chimney. Liner must be UL Listed to UL1777.

6. Combustible Material Clearances. The fireplace and chimney

must be inspected to make sure there is adequate clearance

to combustible materials. This includes the top, side, front, and

back as well as concealed combustibles in the chimney and

mantle areas. Your local building inspector or fire authority

should have information on whether older fireplace meet

current codes and are suitable for use. See also figure 1 and

figure 2.

Minimum Width

Minimum Height

C Minimum Depth

Min. Distance to Sidewall

Min. Distance to Top Trim

Min. Distance to Mantle

G Min. Distance to Side Trim

Min. Floor Protector Front

Min. Floor

Protector Side

7. Makeup Air Requirements. This appliance requires an adequate supply of makeup air to operate safely

and efficiently. In some areas, this is a building code requirement. Inadequate air supply will cause poor

combustion, inefficient operation, creosote buildup, back drafting and smoke puffing into the living areas. If

any of the following conditions are evident, a makeup air supply MUST be installed.