Securing Chimney Components; Altering The Fireplace; Factory-Built Solid Fuel Fireplaces - Heatilator ECO-WINS18 Owner's Manual

G. Securing Chimney Components
All joints should be secured with 3 sheet metal screws or
rivets per pipe manufacturers instructions. The sections must
be attached to the insert and to each other with the crimped
(male) end pointing toward the insert. Figure 38.1.
CRIMPED
END
TOWARDS
STOVE
Figure 38.1
H. Altering the Fireplace
The following modifi cations of factory-built fi replaces are
permissible:
The following parts may be removed:
Damper
Ember Catches
Viewing Screen/Curtain
• The fi replace must not be altered, except that the damper
may be removed to accommodate a direct-connect starter
pipe or chimney liner,
• External trim pieces which do not affect the operation
of the fi replace may be removed providing they can be
stored on or within the fi replace for reassembly if the
insert is removed.
• The permanent metal warning label provided in the
component pack must be attached to the back of the
fi replace, with screws or nails, stating that the fi replace
may have been altered to accommodate the insert,
and must be returned to original condition for use as a
conventional fi replace. Figure 38.2.
• Manufacturer designed adjustable support kit can be
ordered from your dealer.
• Final approval of this installation type is contingent upon
the authority having jurisdiction.
WARNING
THIS FIREPLACE MAY HAVE BEEN ALTERED
TO ACCOMMODATE AN INSERT. IT MUST BE
RETURNED TO ITS ORIGINAL CONDITION
BEFORE USE AS A SOLID FUEL BURNING
FIREPLACE.
Figure 38.2
LINER CONNECTOR
FLUE
GAS
DIRECTION
Smoke Shelf or Baffl e
Fire Grate
Doors
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Heatilator • ECO-WINS18 • 7065-132 • June 13 2011
I. Factory-Built Sold Fuel Fireplace
A permit may be required for installations, fi nal approval is
contingent of the authority having local jurisdiction.
insurance carrier, local building, fi re offi cials or authorities
having jurisdiction about restrictions, installation inspec-
tion, and permits
.
Inspect the existing fi replace and chimney for any damage
or fl aws such as burnouts, metal or refectory warping.
Inspection to a minimum of NFPA 211 Level II is recom-
mended. All repairs must be made prior to installing an
insert. The fi replace must be structurally sound and be
able to support the weight of the solid-fuel insert
The factory-built chimney must be listed per UL 127 or ULC
610-M87 for all installations. Install thermal protection per
this appliance listing requirements.
A full height 6 inch diameter stainless steel full height
listed chimney liner must be installed meeting type HT
(2100°F) requirements per UL 1777 (USA) or ULC S635
with "0" clearance to masonry (Canada). The full liner
must be attached to the insert fl ue collar and to the top
of the existing chimney.
The fl ue liner top support attachment must not reduce the
air fl ow for the existing air-cooled chimney system. Re-
install original factory-built chimney cap only. (See Sec-
tion F., Prefabricated Metal Chimney)
To prevent room air passage to the chimney cavity of the
fi replace, seal either the damper area around the chimney
liner or the insert surround. Circulating air chamber (i.e. in
a steel fi replace liner or metal hearth circulator) may not
be blocked. The air fl ow within and around the fi replace
shall not be altered, blocked by the installation of the insert.
(i.e. no louvers or cooling air inlet or outlet ports may be
blocked by the insert or the insert surround.
See "H. Altering the Fireplace" for modifi cations allowed for
factory-built fi replaces.
WARNING! Risk of Asphyxiation!
• DO NOT CONNECT THIS APPLIANCE TO
A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVICING ANOTHER
APPLIANCE OR TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION
DUCT OR SYSTEM.
This may allow fl ue gases to enter the house.
Consult
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