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8.3 Floor Protector
This stove is designed to prevent the floor from overheating. However, it must be placed on
a nonflammable 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. 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). See table and figure below.
Table 2 : Floor Protection
FLOOR PROTECTION
Canada
G
8" (203 mm)
1
Note 1
H
8" (203 mm)
I
18" (457 mm)
From door
opening
J
N/A
2
N
N/A
8.4 Reducing Wall and Ceiling Clearances Safely
It is often desired to use as little space as
possible when installing a woodstove. 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 shield are sometimes complicated.
Read
and
apply
the
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.
Installation and Operation Manual - Inspire 2000
USA
N/A
N/A
16" (406 mm)
From door
opening
8" (203 mm)
Note 2
instructions
carefully.
Figure 34: Floor Protection
Figure 35: Heat shield
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