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E. Locating your Fireplace & Chimney
Location of the fi replace and chimney will affect perfor-
mance.
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Install within the warm air space enclosed by the building
envelope. This helps to produce more draft, especially
during lighting and die-down of the fi re.
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Penetrate the highest part of the roof. This minimizes the
effects of wind loading.
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Locate termination cap away from trees, adjacent
structures, uneven roof lines and other obstructions.
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Minimize the use of chimney offsets.
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Consider the fi replace location relative to fl oor and ceiling
and attic joists.
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Take into consideration the termination requirements in
Section 8 and Section 9.
NOTICE: Locating the fi replace in an area of considerable
air movement can cause intermittent smoke spillage from
fi replace. Do not locate fi replace near
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frequently open doors
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central heat outlets or returns
DO NOT install in a basement.
Location NOT recommended:
• Not the highest point of the roof
• Wind loading possible
Windward
Figure 5.1
Recommended Chimney Locations
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Recommended Location:
• Above peak
Recommended Location:
• Inside heated space
• Above peak
Marginal Location:
• Below peak
Recommended:
• Insulated exterior chase
in cooler climates
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Marginal Location:
• Wind loading possible
Location NOT recommended:
• Too close to tree
• Below adjacent structure
• Lower roof line
• Avoid outside wall
Leeward
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