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Chimney Installation
A. Typical Chimney System
NOTICE:
Chimney performance may vary.
• Trees, buildings, roof lines and wind conditions affect performance.
• Chimney height may need adjustment if smoking or overdraft occurs.
Figure 5.1 Typical Chimney System - Guidelines for Chimney System Installation
Chimney must extend
beyond combustible
roof structure
Maintain minimum
height of chimney
above roof
Install roof flashing
according to minimum
requirements
Offsets/returns
may not exceed
30° from vertical
Lock chimney
sections together
firmly to resist
movement
Heatilator • I60/I80 • 4013-260 Installers Manual • Rev G • 10/07/13
Termination Cap
Additional
support for
tall chimneys
Storm Collar
Maintain minimum
clearances to
combustibles as
specified
Support straps for offsets
(not shown) must be
secured to adequate framing
Offsets/returns must be
secured with the screws
provided (outer pipe only)
Attic shield
Ceiling firestops
are required where
chimney passes
through ceiling or
floor
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