Fireplace Installation - Vogelzang International MOUNTAINEER VG650ELG Owner's Manual

CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS continued ...
USE a chimney that is unlined or damaged!) If you
have any question regarding the condition of the chim-
ney, consult a qualified licensed contractor, qualified
engineer, competent mason, certified Chimney Sweep,
or a knowledgeable inspector. Consult your insurance
company if you cannot find a qualified expert.
CAUTION: NOT ALL FIREPLACE CHIM-
NEYS ARE SUITABLE FOR CONVERSION
TO ACCOMMODATE CONNECTION TO A
WOOD STOVE. CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED
EXPERT.
Many prefabricated fireplaces are of the "zero-
clearance fireplace" category. These consist of multi
layered metal construction. They are designed with
enough insulation and/or air cooling on the base, back
and sides so they can be safely installed in direct con-
tact with combustible floors and walls. Although many
prefabricated fireplaces carry endorsements from na-
tionally recognized organizations for use as fireplaces,
they have not been tested for connection to wood stove
heaters. Connecting a stove to such a device will void
the manufacturer's warranty.
Venting a stove directly into a fireplace does not
meet code and should not be attempted. The stove war-
ranty will be void with such an installation. Do not cre-
ate a hazard in your home by connecting in this manner.

FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

Directly connecting the stovepipe into
the existing masonry chimney (figure 15
"Type A" Fireplace Conversion) of the fire-
place is the only approved method of instal-
lation. This is a complicated and involved
process and to insure safety should only by
done by a qualified installer.
1. An entry hole must be cut through the
masonry and tile liner with minimal
damage to the liner. At least 8" of liner
must remain below the entry position.
When locating the stove and stove-
pipe, all minimum clearances must be
observed from combustible surfaces
including mantels, combustible trim-
work, ceilings and walls. Positioning
the center of the stove pipe entry into
the chimney 24˝ below the ceiling
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should insure proper clearance for a 6˝ stovepipe.
2. Install a fire clay (5/8˝ minimum thickness) thimble.
Make sure the thimble is flush with the inner surface
of the chimney liner and does not protrude into the
flue (see figure 10 ).
3. Secure the thimble with refractory mortar. The
thimble should be surrounded by 12˝ of solid unit
masonry brickwork or 24˝ of stone.
4. Install the stovepipe into the thimble as far as pos-
sible without extending past the flue lining (see
figures 10 & 11).
5. A small airspace (about 1/2˝) should remain
between the stovepipe and thimble to allow for
expansion of the pipe. Seal this airspace with high-
temperature caulking or ceramic wool.
6. Secure and seal the damper in the closed position
using high-temp caulking, ceramic wool, or furnace
cement. Also check to see if the chimney has a clea-
nout. If it does, make sure it is closed and sealed
as well. A leaky cleanout will greatly reduce draft
efficiency.
If you have any questions regarding venting your
stove, contact the manufacturer or contact the Nation-
al Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and request a
copy of the latest editions of NFPA Standard 211 and
NFPA Standard 908. Their address is:
Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
FIG. 15 - Fireplace Conversion
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