Section 2: Getting Started; Design, Installation & Location Considerations - Quadra-Fire MTVERNON-AE-MBK Owner's Manual & Installation

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Getting Started
A. Design, Installation & Location Considerations
1. Appliance Location
OT Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations.
• Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fire
officials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions,
installation inspection and permits.
It is a good idea to plan your installation on paper, using
exact measurements for clearances and floor protection,
before actually beginning the installation
Consideration must be given to:
• Safety, convenience, traffic flow
• Placement of the chimney and chimney connector.
• If you are not using an existing chimney, place the appli-
ance where there will be a clear passage for a factory-
built listed chimney through the ceiling and roof.
• Installing an optional outside air kit would affect the loca-
tion of the vent termination.
Location NOT recommended
Not the highest point of the roof
Wind loading possi le
Windward
Recommended
Outside Air Inta e
on windward side
Figure 5.1
September 1, 2008
Recommended Location
A ove pea
Recommended Location
A ove pea Inside heated space
Marginal Location
Below pea
Recommended
Insulated exterior chase
in cooler climates
Multi-level Roofs
7034-106E
Mt. Vernon Pellet Stove (AE)
Since pellet exhaust can contain ash, soot or sparks, you
must consider the location of:
• Windows
• Air Intakes
• Air Conditioner
• Overhang, soffits, porch roofs, adjacent walls
• Landscaping, vegetation
When locating vent and venting termination, vent above
roof line when possible.
Damaged parts could impair safe
operation. Do NOT install damaged, incomplete or substitute
components.
T O If burning shelled field corn, you must use ap-
proved venting specifically designed for corn to prevent corro-
sion or degradation. Follow the instructions from the venting
manufacturer.
OT Locating the appliance in a location of
considerable air movement can cause intermittent smoke
spillage from appliance. Do not locate appliance near:
• Frequently open doors
• Central heat outlets or returns
Marginal Location
Wind loading possi le
Location NOT recommended
Too close to tree
Below ad acent structure
Lower roof line
Avoid outside wall
Leeward
NOT recommended
Outside Air Inta e
on leeward side
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