Sr/sc series "a" woodburning fireplace – Vermont Casting SR42A User Manual
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SR/SC Series "A" Woodburning Fireplace
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Install the attic insulation shield with the flanges on its 
base extending down into the framing hole. Nail each 
corner of attic insulation shield to the framing members 
of the ceiling hole using 8d nails. Attic shields are not 
required at the roof.
Continue Installing Pipe to Complete Run
Continue attaching pipe sections to complete system 
to next level always being careful that the pipe is firmly 
snapped locked in place before proceeding to next pipe 
section.
Chimney Supports
If chimney supports are required, they are installed 
the same as elbows. Nail chimney support straps to 
adjacent structural framing, as shown on, Page 8, Fig. 
9. Bend straps as necessary and make sure they are 
secure so they will support the weight of the chimney. 
A chimney support is 2¹⁄₂" (64mm) long when installed. 
Consider this dimension when determining how many 
straight chimney sections are needed.
NOTE: Chimney supports are generally used in long 
runs in a chase installation.
Additional Ceilings
If you encounter additional ceilings, repeat same steps 
required for first ceiling installation. Refer to firestop 
illustration on Page 12, Figure 18. 
Penetrating the Roof
Run pipe to roofline. Since the chimney system must be 
vented to the out-of-doors, you must use an approved 
termination.
If a chase is used, refer to the installation manual pro-
vided with the termination cap.
Locate Chimney Centerpoint On Roof
Use same procedure detailed in locating centerpoint of 
the flue system.
Drive a nail up through roof at the center point. This will 
determine center point on outside of the roof.
Cut and Frame Roof Hole
Size of roof hole varies with the type of chimney 
termination installed. Refer to installation instructions 
provided with the chimney termination to find correct 
size of roof hole.
There must be a 1¹⁄₂ (38mm) air space between out-
ermost portion of chimney sections and any adjacent 
combustible surfaces. (Combustible surfaces include 
burnable materials such as: ceiling members, joists, 
flooring, combustible insulation and roof structures.)
WARNING: DO NOT PACK REQUIRED AIR SPACES 
WITH INSULATION OR OTHER MATERIALS.
Mark an outline of the roof hole around the center of the 
point nail. NOTE: Hole dimensions given in the chim-
ney top installation instructions are horizontal dimen-
sions; therefore, the hole size must be marked on the 
roof accordingly.
Cover the opening of the installed chimney so debris 
cannot get into the system.
Cut and frame the hole. It is good practice to use fram-
ing lumber that is the same size as the rafters. Install 
the frame securely because the chimney top and flash-
ing anchored to the frame must be able to withstand 
heavy winds.
Install Remainder of Chimney Sections
Since you have already preplanned the height of your 
termination according to the Ten Foot Rule, continue to 
install pipe to the predetermined height.
Check the chimney top installation instructions for 
details on how high above the roof top the chimney sec-
tions (all pipes) should extend.
FP263
Fig. 19 Attic shield installlation (Canadian requirement).
FP263
MBUF
5/9/96
Attic
Insulation
Shield
Nails
(4 required)
Attic
Joist
Ceiling
Base
Flanges
