Installing Offsets - Lennox ELITE ME43 Installation Instructions Manual

Chimney
Section
4'
6'
Figure 34
Underside Of Chimney
Figure 35
FTF8-E30 Return Elbow*
Chimney Section (S)
FTF8-30 Offset Elbow*
A
*Part of Offset/Return Package Model FTF8-ES30
Figure 36

INSTALLING OFFSETS

First, review the Offset Elevation Chart and
Joints
Figure 36 for reference.
Step 1. Determine the offset distance where
chimney is to pass through the first ceiling-
dimension "A." To find this point on your ceil-
ing, first determine the center point for a verti-
cal chimney following the instructions for ver-
tical installation.
No. 8 x 1/2" SMS
Measure height to the ceiling from the top of
fireplace-dimension "B." Use the appropriate
Offset Elevation Chart to find dimension "A."
Mark point where you will drive your nail to
show the center point for your offset ceiling cut.
Step 2. Proceed by using the Straight Up Instal-
lation Instructions for cutting and framing ceil-
ing and roof openings.
Note: See Framing and Dimension Chart for the
sizes of the ceiling and roof openings. The size
of the roof opening varies with the degree of
pitch of the roof.
Offset Elbow Assembly
Offset elbows install the same as chimney
sections. First, snap the inner section INTO the
preceding inner section of flue. Check connec-
tion by pulling up slightly to ensure a tight fit.
Next, the outer sections snap lock OVER the
preceding outer section of chimney. Again,
check outer section by pulling up slightly to
ensure proper connection is made.
B
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
Return Elbow Assembly
Return elbows install the same way as round
terminations and stabilizers:
Step 1. Hold return elbow over top of last
chimney section.
Step 2. Center inner slip section into inner flue
pipe-slip down.
Step 3. Center outer-locking section over outer
chimney pipe. Push down until locking joint has
firmly engaged.
Step 4. Pull up slightly on return elbow to
ensure locking joint has firmly engaged.
Step 5. Secure support straps to framing
members by nailing under tension in sheer
( Figure 37 ).
Figure 37
Note: The return elbow assembly performs the
same function as a stabilizer. Consider this
when determining the need for a stabilizer.
Note: Do not apply excessive pressure to any
subsequent chimney section following return
elbow assembly when installing. Ensure that
each subsequent chimney section is securely
attached by testing as noted above.
Return
Elbow
17