Vertical Terminations; Horizontal Terminations - kozy heat Dassel DSL-36 Installation And Operation Manual

Determine exact position of your fireplace, including hearth height, width, and depth, (if applicable). If possible, place fireplace in such a
manner that vent termination will be placed between two studs, eliminating the need for additional framing.
If masonry is to be used (optional), prepare necessary foundation for the masonry load. When masonry construction is being used, a lintel
must be used over top of fireplace to support the added weight.
Build hearth to desired size and height. If a hearth extension is desired, combustible material may be used.
Consider height of hearth finish material (stone, brick, etc.) when building fireplace platform. The bottom of fireplace must be
NOTE
level with finished hearth to allow for proper fit of contemporary frames.
Install fireplace on hard metal or wood surface extending the full width and depth of fireplace.
WARNING
Minimum platform size: 37-7/8" (911mm) wide x 15-1/4" (387mm) deep.
FIRE
Do NOT install directly on carpeting, vinyl, or any combustible material other than wood.
HAZARD
IMPORTANT Vent cap location must be in compliance with guidelines on page 27 of this manual.
WARNING DO NOT RECESS VENT CAP INTO WALL OR SIDING.

VERTICAL TERMINATIONS

Follow vent pipe manufacturer‟s installation instructions for vertical terminations. A minimum 1" (25mm) clearance on all sid es of
vertical vent pipe must be maintained.
NOTE The included Horizontal Vent Heat Shield is not used for vertical configurations.

HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS

Frame a 12-1/2" (318mm) high (H) x 10-7/8" (276mm) wide (W) opening on
exterior wall for chimney termination. This opening size includes required
3" (76mm) top clearance and 1" (25mm) sides and bottom clearances for
approved rigid vent systems and Kozy Heat #800 series flexible vent system.
MINIMUM HORIZONTAL FRAMING DIMENSIONS
VENT PIPE TOP (A)
RIGID PIPE 42-1/8" (1070mm)
FLEX PIPE 49" (1245mm)
Cold air transfer area. The surrounding fireplace chase must comply with all clearances as outlined in this manual and be
CAUTION
constructed in compliance with local building codes. Outside walls should be insulated to prevent cold air from entering room.
CAUTION Due to high temperatures, this fireplace should be located out of traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies.
FRAMING
FRAMED OPENING TOP (B)
45-1/8" (1146mm)
52" (1321mm)
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