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Installation
When installing the insert into a masonry fireplace, do not remove any
bricks or masonry.
Do not weaken the structure, or reduce the protection for combustible
materials to less then that required by the National Building Code.
Bolted or screwed together pieces (smoke shelf / deflectors) may be
removed, but must be able to be re-installed if the heater was
removed.
External trim pieces, which do not affect the operation of the fireplace,
may be removed, provided they are able to be re-installed in the event
the heater is removed.
A warning label must be attached to the back wall of the fireplace
stating that "This fireplace has been altered to accommodate a
fireplace insert and must be re-inspected by a qualified person prior to
re-use as a factory built fireplace".
A non-combustible hearth must cover the flooring underneath, as well
as extend a minimum of 6" in front and to both sides of the stove.
Clean all ashes out of the inside of the fireplace.
Make sure that the chimney and fireplace are free of cracks, loose
mortar, creosote deposits, blockage, or other signs of deterioration.
If necessary, have any repair work done by a qualified professional
before installing the heater.
Bend down the flanges. If you have never done this before, it
might be a good idea to make a cardboard pattern and test it first.
Fasten this flue cover in position as high as possible with two
masonry screws per side through the flanges into the fireplace.
If you plan on connecting outside air it is recommended to do so at
this time.
Install floor protection if necessary.
Connect the pellet vent with a Clean-Out-Tee to the back of the
insert.
Run a liner down the chimney and connect to the Tee.
Position the insert in it's final location.
Pull the excess length of the liner out through the top of the
chimney. Trim the excess liner, install the cap the chimney.
MASONRY AND METAL CHIMNEY INSTALLATION
Remove the fireplace damper or
fasten it permanently open.
Measure the throat of the fireplace
and mark this shape on a piece of
24 gauge sheet metal (flue cover).
Cut a hole, sized for the pellet
liner, to lie directly below the
fireplace flue opening. Allow 2" of
material for a flange on all sides
and cut to these measurements.
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