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E. locating fireplace & chimney – Hearth and Home Technologies I100 User Manual

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Marginal Location:

• Below peak

Location NOT recommended:

• Not the highest point of the roof

• Wind loading possible

Multi-level Roofs

Windward

Leeward

Recommended Location:

• Above peak

Recommended:

• Insulated exterior chase

in cooler climates

Recommended Location:

• Above peak

• Inside heated space

Location NOT recommended:

• Too close to tree

• Below adjacent structure

• Lower roof line

• Avoid outside wall

Marginal Location:

• Wind loading possible

Figure 5.2 Recommended Chimney Locations

E. Locating Fireplace & Chimney

Location of the fireplace and chimney will affect perfor-

mance.
• Install within the warm airspace enclosed by the building

envelope. This helps to produce more draft, especially

during lighting and die-down of the fire.

• Penetrate the highest part of the roof. This minimizes

the effects of wind loading.

• Locate termination cap away from trees, adjacent

structures, uneven roof lines and other obstructions.

• Minimize the use of chimney offsets.

• Consider the fireplace location relative to floor and ceiling

and attic joists.

• Take into consideration the termination requirements in

Section 8 and Section 9.

NOTICE: Locating the fireplace in a basement or in a location

of considerable air movement can cause intermittent smoke

spillage from fireplace. Do not locate fireplace near
• frequently open doors

• central heat outlets or returns

Heatilator • I100 • 35144 • Rev AG 7/12