Vogelzang TR004 - Manual (Page 10)

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ChImNEY SPECIFICATIONS
This appliance must be connected to a listed Stainless
Steel Liner, that meets UL1777, which extends from the
collar to the chimney cap according to the specifications
listed on the previous pages.
Chimneys perform two functions:
1). As a means of exhausting smoke and flue gases
which are the result of fuel combustion.
2). The chimney provides “draft,” which allows
oxygen to be continuously introduced into the
appliance, so that proper combustion is possible.
This stove relies on natural draft to operate.
NOTICE: Always provide a source of fresh air into the
room where the stove is located. Failure to do so may
result in air starvation of other fuel burning appliances
and the possible development of hazardous conditions,
fire or death.
Your insert itself does not create draft. Draft is provided
by the chimney. To achieve proper draft your chimney
must meet the three minimum height requirements
detailed in figure 8. A minimum draft of 0.05 w.c. (mea-
sured in water column) is required for proper drafting to
prevent back puffing, smoke spillage, and to maximize
performance. (Gauges to measure draft are readily
available at stove stores and are economical to rent
or purchase.)
Factors such as wind, barometric pressure, trees, ter-
rain and chimney temperature can have an adverse
effect on the draft. The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for external factors leading to less than
optimal drafting.
Should you have a problem with inadequate draft, you
should contact a licensed heating and cooling contractor
for assistance in solving the problem.
ImPORTANT Installation Points
1. Size chimney flue to appliance collar. This stove
requires a minimum 6” diameter flue.
2. Never connect this unit to a chimney serving an-
other appliance.
3. The chimney must meet all minimum height require-
ments.
4. Never use a chimney to ventilate a cellar or base-
ment.
5. C o n t a c t y o u r l o c a l b u i l d i n g a u t h o r i t y
for approved methods of installation and any
necessary permits and/or inspections.
masonry Chimney
Before using an existing masonry chimney, clean the
chimney, inspect the flue liner and make any repairs
needed to be sure it is safe to use. As mentioned pre-
viously, this appliance requires a continuous stainless
steel liner from the insert collar to the chimney cap.
Make repairs before attaching the stove. The connector
stove pipe and fittings you will need to connect directly
Figure 8 - Chimney Construction
to a masonry chimney are detailed in the installation
instructions. If the fireplace chimney must go through
a combustible wall before entering the main chimney,
consult a qualified mason or chimney dealer regarding
proper materials that meet all local building and fire
authourity codes. The installation must conform to lo-
cal building and fire codes and latest edition of NFPA
211.
If there is a cleanout opening in the base of the chimney,
close it tightly.