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4.5.5 Through an Existing Masonry Fireplace
1. Position stove, following clearances shown in
Section
3.2
Minimum
Combustibles
manufacturer's instructions.
2. Build and Install a blocking plate inside the
chimney to seal the fireplace damper.
Stainless
steel
recommended. Cut a hole for the exhaust
pipe. If needed, cut a second hole for the air
intake pipe (see Appendix E).
3. Attach a section of pipe and clean out tee to
the flue outlet, making sure the clean out tee
is centered in the chimney flue area.
4. Install a vented flashing at the top of the
fireplace chimney. Stainless steel plate and
screws are recommended. Cut a hole for the
vent pipe. If needed, cut a second hole for
the air intake pipe. Seal all joints with high
temperature waterproof silicone sealant to
prevent water leakage.
5. Seal and install vertical roof vent. If required, seal and install a storm collar.
• THE STRUCTURAL CONDITION OF THE MASONRY CHIMNEY MUST FIRST BE INSPECTED BY A
QUALIFIED CHIMNEY SWEEP OR INSTALLER.
•
YOU WILL NEED A PIPE LENGTH EQUAL TO THE CHIMNEY HEIGHT FROM THE HEARTH. IF
OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR IS TO BE USED, YOU WILL NEED A PIPE LENGTH SUPERIOR FROM
12 TO 18 INCHES (30 TO 46 CM) OF THE CHIMNEY HEIGHT TO ENSURE A PROPER STOVE
BEHAVIOUR.
Cambridge Pellet Stove Installation and Operation Manual
Clearances
and
following
plate
and
screws
to
vent
are
NOTE
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