Installation Using A Face Seal Connection - Travis Industries Flex-95 Owner's Manual

MASONRY FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION (Cont.)

Installation Using a Face Seal Connection

NOTE: It is recommended your chimney have a minimum 28 and a maximum of 144
square inch cross-sectional area to use a face seal connection, otherwise your chimney
may not have sufficient draw for the fireplace insert to operate correctly. If your chimney
does not fit within these parameters it is recommended you install a direct or positive connection.
Using a face seal connection allows you to use your existing masonry chimney with your new insert. The
advantages of a face seal connection are ease of installation and low cost. The directions below illustrate
the way to install a face seal connection with your insert.
1. Inspect the masonry chimney to make sure the fireplace meets all of the rules outlined in the section
titled "CHIMNEY INFORMATION & REGULATIONS". Make sure the fireplace and chimney are
thoroughly cleaned and in good condition.
2. Follow all of the regulations and guidelines specified in the sections titled "FIREPLACE INSERT -
SPECIFICATIONS" and "PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION - MASONRY FIREPLACE INSERT".
3. Wire open or remove the fireplace damper
4. Follow the directions specified in the section titled "SURROUND PANEL INSTALLATION" for
installation of the panels and the insulation. Insulation between the surround panels and the facing
of the fireplace is required.
5. Take a look at the figure below. Make sure all of the items listed are completed.
Follow the installation instructions in reverse order for periodic inspection and cleaning.
Airtight Insulated
Clean-Out
Remove Damper or
Wire it Open
Insulation
(Required)
Face Seal (2" to
2 1/2" Overlap)
Non-Combustible
Material
18" Min.
The Extended Installation
is shown here. For the
flush or bay installation
follow the specifications
given for that type of
installation.
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