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8.2
Floor Protection
This stove is designed to prevent the floor from overheating. However, it must be placed on a
non-flammable surface to protect the floor from hot embers that may fall during loading.
The floor protection must be a continuous, non combustible material, such as steel with a
minimum thickness of 0.015" (0.38 mm) or ceramic tiles sealed together with grout. Cement
board, brick, or any other approved or listed material suited for floor protection. No R factor
required.
Any type of tile will require a continuous non combustible sheet beneath to prevent the possibility
of embers falling through to the combustible floor if cracks or separation should occur in the
finished surface. Check local codes for approved alternatives.
No protection is required if the unit is installed on a non-combustible floor (ex: concrete).
FLOOR PROTECTION
Canada
G
8" (203 mm)
4
H
8" (203 mm)
I
18" (457 mm)
From door
opening
J
N/A
N
N/A
5
8.3
Reducing Wall and Ceiling Clearances Safely
It is often desired to use as little space as
possible when installing a wood stove. To do
this, it is possible to reduce the clearances
safely and install the stove closer to the walls
by permanently installing a heat shield between
the stove and the flammable material.
The rules for heat shields are sometimes
complicated. Read and apply the instructions
carefully. Some regions may have different
regulations. Consult the local building code
or contact the fire department for restrictions,
inspection and installation requirements in the
area.
The floor protection at the back of the stove is limited to the stove's required clearance if such clearance is smaller than 8 inches (203 mm).
4
5
Only required under the horizontal section (Ho) of the connector. Must exceed each side of the connector by at least 2 inches (51 mm).
See
»Figure 21: Clearances - Side»
Installation and Operation Manual - 1700
USA
N/A
N/A
16" (203 mm)
From door
opening
8" (203 mm)
See Note 2
G
J
I
Figure 22: Floor Protection
Figure 23: Heat shield
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