Prefabricated Chimneys; Clearances To Combustibles; Floor Protection; Clearances To Walls And Ceilings - Jøtul F 500 V3 Series Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

3.3 Prefabricated Chimneys

The Jøtul F 500 V3 may be connected to a prefabricated
metal chimney following the pipe manufacture's
instructions. Use all required components. Most
manufacturers offer an adaptor that attaches to the
bottom section of the metal chimney and permits the
connector pipe to be secured to it using three sheet metal
screws. See figure 7.

4. Clearances to Combustibles

4.1 Floor Protection Requirements
The F 500 V3 requires floor protection as specified
below in any installation unless installed on concrete
over earth.
* The supplied bottom heat shield must be installed on
the stove.
• Floor protection under the stove must be composed of
continuous, non-combustible materials for protection
against sparks and embers.
* Individual sections of floor protection must be
mortared or otherwise sealed together to prevent
spark penetration to combustibe floor materials. Any
carpeting must be removed from under the floor
protection.
• Alcove Installations: In addition to the Bottom Heat
Shield, floor protection must include materials having
a minimum R-value of 1.6. See Appendix B, page 27, to
determine various material R-values.
The hearth protection surface must extend continuously:
• A minimum of 18" (457mm) in front of the stove and from
the left side load door (measured from the door opening).
• 8" (200mm) on the right side and back of the stove
(measured from side and back panels).
This will result in a minimum floor protection of
54.25"W X 50,5"D (1378mm x 1283mm). See figure 8.
For a rear vent installation, the floor protection must also
extend under the stove pipe a minimum of 2" (50mm)
beyond either side of the pipe. Fig. 8.
Alternate Hearth Protection
A hearth pad measuring 46"wide X 50,5" deep
(1168mmx1283mm) can be used only if the left side
door is locked to prevent use. Door Lock Kit #155850 is
available for this purpose from your dealer.

4.2 Clearances to Walls and Ceilings

The following clearances have been tested to UL
and ULC standards and are the minimum clearances
specifically established for the F 500 V3.
The following diagrams give the required clearances
you must maintain when installing the F 500 V3 near
combustible surfaces. See pages 22-23.
A combustible surface is anything that can burn
(i.e. sheet rock, wall paper, wood, fabrics etc.). These
surfaces are not limited to those that are visible and
also include materials that are behind non-combustible
materials.
If you are not sure of the combustible nature of a
material, consult your local fire officials. Contact your
local building officials about restrictions and installation
requirements in your area.
"Fire Resistant" materials are considered combustible;
they are difficult to ignite, but will burn. "Fire-rated" sheet
rock is also considered combustible.

4.3 Using Shields to Reduce Clearances

Pipe shields: When using listed pipe shields to reduce
the connector clearance to combustibles, it must start
1"(25,4mm) above the lowest exposed point of the
connect pipe and extend vertically a minimum of 25"
(635mm) above the top surface of the stove.
Double wall pipe: Listed double wall pipe is an
acceptable alternative to connector pipe heatshields.
Wall-Mounted Protection: When reducing clearances
through the use of wall mounted protection:
Refer to NFPA 211, Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces,
Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances, for acceptable
materials, proper sizing and construction guidelines.
Jøtul F 500 V3 Rear Heatshield Kit #154332
This shield is specifically approved for use to reduce
clearances on this appliance only. No other heat
shield may be used.
See pages 22-23 for complete clearance specifications
and diagrams.
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