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5 5
Getting Started
A. Typical Fireplace System
Additional lateral
support for chimney
above roof (or enclosed
in chase) if needed
(Section 8)
Support straps
on rafter supports
chimney (not shown)
(Section 8)
Ceiling firestop
on floor of attic
(Section 8)
Chimney system
(Section 8)
Combustible
framing/header
on top of
V-shaped
standoffs
(spacers)
(Section 6)
Outside Air
(both sides)
Figure 5.1
Typical Fireplace System
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Protective metal
hearth strip(s) (Section 7)
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Termination cap
(Sections 8)
Storm Collar
(Section 8)
Chase Top Flashing
(Section 9)
(4) Roof Radiation Shields
(Section 8)
Chimney penetrates roof
preferably without affecting
roof rafters (Section 8)
Attic Shield Collar
(Section 8)
Attic insulation shield must be used
here to keep insulation away
from chimney if attic is insulated
(Section 8)
Framing headed off
in ceiling joists (Section 8)
Enclosed space above
and around fireplace (Section 6)
Mantel and surround (Section 12)
Decorative facing
and trim (Sections 12)
Hearth extension
(Sections 12)
Factory-built fireplace
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