Section 2: Getting Started; Design, Installation & Location Considerations - Quadra-Fire CB1200MI-MBK Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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Getting Started
A. Design, Installation & Location Consider-
ations
1. Appliance Location
NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations.
• Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fi re
offi cials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions,
installation inspection and permits.
It is a good idea to plan your installation on paper, using
exact measurements for clearances and fl oor protection,
before actually beginning the installation
Consideration must be given to:
• Safety, convenience, traffi c fl ow
• Placement of the chimney and chimney connector.
• If you are not using an existing chimney, place the appli-
ance where there will be a clear passage for a factory-
built listed chimney through the ceiling and roof.
• Installing an optional outside air kit would affect the loca-
tion of the vent termination.
Location NOT recommended:
• Not the highest point of the roof
• Wind loading possible
Windward
Recommended:
Outside Air Intake
on windward side
Figure 5.1
September 24, 2015
Recommended Location:
Recommended Location: • Above peak
• Above peak • Inside heated space
Marginal Location:
• Below peak
Recommended:
• Insulated exterior chase
in cooler climates
Multi-level Roofs
7014-188L
Since pellet exhaust can contain ash, soot or sparks, you
must consider the location of:
• Windows
• Air Intakes
• Air Conditioner
• Overhang, soffi ts, porch roofs, adjacent walls
• Landscaping, vegetation
When locating vent and venting termination, vent above roof
line when possible.
Warning! Risk of Fire Damaged parts could impair safe
operation. Do NOT install damaged, incomplete or substitute
components.
CAUTION! If burning shelled fi eld corn, you must use ap-
proved venting specifi cally designed for corn to prevent corro-
sion or degradation. Follow the instructions from the venting
manufacturer.
NOTICE: Locating the appliance in a location of
considerable air movement can cause intermittent smoke
spillage from appliance. Do not locate appliance near:
• Frequently open doors
• Central heat outlets or returns
Marginal Location:
• Wind loading possible
1200-I Pellet Insert
Location NOT recommended:
• Too close to tree
• Below adjacent structure
• Lower roof line
• Avoid outside wall
Leeward
NOT recommended:
Outside Air Intake
on leeward side
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