Vogelzang VG450ELGB - Manual (Page 9)

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ChImNEY CONNECTIONS continued …
brickwork of a chimney. If a chimney does not
have a liner, or it is damaged, have it relined by a
professional.
DO NOT USE a chimney that is
unlined or damaged!) If you have any ques-
tion regarding the condition of the chimney,
consult a qualified licensed contractor, qualified
engineer, competent mason, certified Chimney
Sweep, or a knowledgable inspector. Consult your
insurance company if you cannot find a qualified
expert.
CauTIOn: nOT all FIrePlaCe
ChIMneYs are suITaBle FOr
COnVersIOn TO aCCOMMODaTe
COnneCTIOn TO a wOOD sTOVe.
CheCk wITh a qualIFIeD eXPerT.
Many prefabricated fireplaces are of the “zero-
clearance fireplace” category. These consist of
multilayered metal construction. Connecting a
stove to such a device will void the manufacturer’s
warranty.
Venting a stove directly into a fireplace does
not meet code and should not be attempted. (This
constitutes connection to another appliance - the
fireplace.) Combustion products will be deposited
and build up in the firebox or fireplace. The stove
warranty will be void with such an installation. Do
not create a hazard in your home by connecting in
this manner.
FIG. 10 - Fireplace Conversion
trimwork, ceilings and walls. Positioning the
center of the stove pipe entry into the chimney
24” below the ceiling should insure proper
clearance for a 6” stovepipe.
2. Install a fire clay (5/8˝ minimum thickness)
thimble. Make sure the thimble is flush with
the inner surface of the chimney liner and does
not protrude into the flue (see figure 6).
3. Secure the thimble with refractory mortar. The
thimble should be surrounded by 12˝ of solid
unit masonry brickwork or 24˝ of stone.
4. Install the stovepipe into the thimble as far as
possible without extending past the flue lining
(see figures 4 & 6 on pages 5& 6).
5. A small airspace (about 1/2˝) should remain
between the stovepipe and thimble to allow for
expansion of the pipe. Seal this airspace with
high-temperature caulking or ceramic wool.
6. Secure and seal the damper in the closed posi-
tion using high-temp caulking, ceramic wool,
or furnace cement. Also check to see if the
chimney has a cleanout. If it does, make sure it
is closed and sealed as well. A leaky cleanout
will greatly reduce draft efficiency.
If you have any questions regarding venting
your stove, contact the manufacturer or contact
the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
and request a copy of the latest editions of NFPA
Standard 211 and NFPA Standard 908. Their ad-
dress is:
Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
FIrePlaCe InsTallaTIOn
Directly connecting the stovepipe
into the existing masonry chimney
(figure 10 “Type A” Fireplace Con-
version) of the fireplace is the only
approved method of installation. This
is a complicated and involved process
and to insure safety should only by
done by a qualified installer.
1. An entry hole must be cut through
the masonry and tile liner with
minimal damage to the liner. At
least 8˝ of liner must remain below
the entry position. When locat-
ing the stove and stovepipe, all
minimum clearances must be ob-
served from combustible surfaces
including mantels, combustible
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