A. Typical Fireplace System - Heatilator BIR50-B Installation Manual

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A. Typical Fireplace System

Additional lateral
support for chimney
above roof (or enclosed
in chase) if needed
Support straps
on rafter supports
chimney (not shown)
Ceiling firestop
on floor of attic
Chimney system
Combustible
framing/header
on top of
V-shaped
standoffs
(spacers)
Outside Air
(both sides)
Figure 2.1 Typical Fireplace System
Heatilator • Birmingham BIR50-B Installation Manual • 4059-701 • Rev B • 2/6/13
Protective metal
hearth strip(s)
►
Termination cap
Storm Collar
Chase Top Flashing
(4) Roof Radiation Shields
Chimney penetrates roof
preferably without affecting
roof rafters
Attic Shield Collar
Attic insulation shield must be used
here to keep insulation away
from chimney if attic is insulated
Framing headed off
in ceiling joists
Enclosed space above
and around fireplace
Mantel and surround
Decorative facing
and trim
Hearth extension
Factory-built fireplace
NOTICE:
• Illustrations and photos reflect
typical installations and are for
design purposes only.
• Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn
to scale.
• Actual product may vary from
pictures in manual.
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