Flue Installation; Sealing The Flue To The Insert - Travis Industries Large Flush Owner's Manual

12 Fireplace Insert Installation

Flue Installation

Included in the owner's pack are
three "flue brackets" and six self-
drilling screws. Use these
components to secure the flue to the
fireplace insert.
Flue Opening

Sealing the Flue to the Insert

This insert utilizes a catalytic combustor to increase efficiency and decrease emissions. This increases
the air resistance inside the firebox, making the flue connection especially important. To insure proper
draft, and to prevent smoke spillage during re-loading, it is crucial for the flue to be sealed with
fireplace cement. If an adapter is used, both joints to the liner and to the insert must be sealed. Use a
generous amount of fireplace cement at every connection (where the flue connects to the insert and at
every joint).
In addition, we recommend using non-combustible fiberglass insulation to seal the fireplace enclosure.
By sealing the top and bottom of the chimney, and the surround panels, you will be ensuring outside air is
not pulled into the chimney.
Install a non-combustible
cover plate to prevent water
from entering the chimney
Combustible Mantle
See the section "Insert
Placement Requirements" for
minimum clearances and
hearth required.
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(for qualified installers only)
Flue (flexible or rigid)
RLH manufactures starter
sections in straight or
angled configurations to
Flue Bracket
suit your application.
They are secured from
inside the firebox, making
Self-Drilling Screws
installation much easier.
Contact RLH for additional
details:
www.chim-flex.com
100-01291
RLH Chim-Flex Starter Sections
Cap (prevents water from
entering)
Flue Liner
The liner must be stainless
steel connector or flexible vent.
Follow the liner manufacturer's
insturctions for installation and
support.
Airtight Insulated
Clean-Out
Remove damper or wire it open
We recommend using non-combustible
fiberglass insulation to seal the fireplace
enclosure (chimney top and bottom, and
surround panels)
Seal the flue connection to the insert
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