G. Cut out Hole in Roof
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Refer to Figure 8.9.
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Plumb from roof to center of chimney.
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Drive a nail up through roof to mark center of pipe.
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Measure to either side of nail and mark the 14-1/2 in. x
14-1/2 in. (368 mm x 368 mm) opening required.
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Measure opening on the horizontal; actual length may
be larger depending on roof pitch.
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Cut out and frame opening.
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Refer to Chapter 25 of the Uniform Building Code for
roof framing details.
H. Complete Installation
WARNING! Risk of Fire! You MUST maintain 2 in.
(51 mm) air space to insulation and other combustible
materials around the chimney system. Failure to do so
could cause overheating and fire.
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Keep chimney sections from separating or twisting.
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You may secure straight chimney sections at the joints
with screws no longer than 1/2 in. (13 mm).
The following steps should be skipped if using a
chase.
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Install roof flashing appropriate to roof pitch.
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Install round termination cap and storm collar following
instructions shipped with the cap.
I. Install Flashing
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Assemble chimney so it passes through the framed
opening.
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Slip the flashing over the chimney.
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NOTICE: Roofing shingles must be below the flashing
plate on the lower side of a sloped roof and over the
flashing plate on the sides and top.
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Nail the flashing to the roof. Keep gaps between the
flashing plate and the roof to a minimum.
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Caulk the flashing plate and roof junction as well as
the vertical seam on the flashing. All nail heads must
be caulked with a roofing sealant.
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Caulk the overlap seam of any exposed pipe sections
that are located above the roof line to prevent leaks.
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Figure 8.9
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