Installing Chimney Components - Vermont Castings Dauntless FlexBurn Installation Manual

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Fire Risk
Do NOT pack insulation or other combustibles
between spacers.
• ALWAYS maintain specified clearances around venting
and spacers.
• Install spacers as specified.
Failure to keep insulation or other material away from vent
pipe may cause fire.
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Fire Risk
Inspection of Chimney:
• Chimney must be in good condition.
• Meets minimum standard of NFPA 211
• Factory-built chimney must be 6" (152mm) UL103 HT.
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Asphyxiation Risk
• DO NOT CONNECT THIS APPLIANCE TO
A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVICING ANOTHER
APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION
DUCT OR SYSTEM.
May allow flue gases to enter the house.
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Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Refer to the owner's information manual provided with
this appliance. For assistance or additional information
consult a qualified installer, service agency or your dealer.
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D. Installing Chimney Components
Chimney Connector
Single wall connector or appliance pipe
This must be at least 24 gauge mild steel or 26 gauge blue
steel. The sections must be attached to the appliance and
to each other with the crimped (male) end pointing toward
the appliance. All joints, including the connection at the flue
collar, should be secured with 3 sheet metal screws. Make
sure to follow the minimum clearances to combustibles.
Where passage through the wall, or partition of combustible
construction is desired in Canada, the installation shall
conform to CAN/CSA-B365.
Factory-built (Double-Wall) listed chimney connector
A listed connector (vented) must be used when installing
this appliance in a mobile home. The listed connectors must
conform to each other to ensure a proper fit and seal.
Crimped
End
Toward
Appliance
Secure pipe sections with a
minimum of 3 screws
Figure 4.6 - Chimney Connector (Appliance Pipe)
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Fire Risk
Follow Chimney Connector Manufacturer's
Instructions for Proper Installation.
ONLY use connector:
• Within the room, between appliance and ceiling or wall.
Connector shall NOT pass through:
• Attic or roof space
• Closet or similar concealed space
• Floor or ceiling
Maintain minimum clearances to combustibles
Flue Gas
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