Getting Started; Typical Fireplace System - Heatilator C40 Installation Manual

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Getting Started

A. Typical Fireplace System
Chimney penetrates roof
preferably without affecting
roof rafters
Offset/Return
(with hanger straps)
Attic insulation shield
(not shown) must be
used here to keep
insulation away
from chimney if
attic is insulated
Framing headed
off in ceiling joists
Chimney system
Combustible
framing/header
on top of V-shaped
standoffs (spacers)
Factory-built fireplace
Decorative facing
and trim
Hearth extension
Protective metal
hearth strip(s)
Figure 2.1

Typical Fireplace System

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Termination Cap
Storm Collar
Mantel
Additional lateral
support for chimney
above roof (or enclosed
in chase) if needed
Non-combustible
roof flashing maintains
minimum clearance
around chimney
Support straps
on rafter supports
chimney (not shown)
Outside
combustion air
Enclosed space above
and around fireplace
Outside
combustion air