10 Mobile Home Installation
1.An outside air inlet must be provided for combustion and must remain clear of leaves, debris, ice and/or snow. It must be unrestricted while unit is in use to prevent room air starvation which can cause smoke spillage and an inability to maintain a fire. Smoke spillage can also set off smoke alarms.
2.Unit must be secured to the mobile home structure. Remove bolts from each side of insert and use plumbers tape to secure to structure (a washer may be required).
3.Unit must be grounded with #8 solid copper grounding wire or equivalent and terminated at each end with N.E.C. approved grounding device.
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5.Refer to page 30 of this manual for clearance to combustibles and floor protections requirements. All clearances must be followed precisely.
6.Use silicone to create an effective vapor barrier at the location were the chimney or other component penetrates to the exterior of the structure.
7.Follow the chimney and chimney connector manufacturer’s instructions when installing the flue system for use in a mobile home.
8. Burn wood only. Other types of fuels may generate poisonous gases (e.g., carbon monoxide).
9.If unit burns poorly while an exhaust blower is on in home, (i.e., range hood), increase combustion air.
10.Installation shall be in accordance with the Manufacturers Home & Safety Standard (HUD) CFR 3280, Part 24.
NOTICE:
•Construction, clearance and termination must be in com- pliance with the UMC Table 9C. This installation must also comply with NFPA 211.
NOTICE: Top sections of chimney must be removable to allow maximum clearance of 13.5 feet (411cm) from ground level for transportation purposes.
WARNING
Asphyxiation Risk.
•NEVER INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM. Consumes oxygen in the room.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Asphyxiation Risk.
Do not draw outside combustion air from:
•Wall, floor or ceiling cavity
•Enclosed space such as an attic or garage
•Close proximity to exhaust vents or chimneys.
Fumes or odor may result
CAUTION
THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME FLOOR, WALL AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAIN- TAINED
Do NOT cut through:
•Floor joist, wall studs, or ceiling trusses.
•Any supporting material that would affect the structural integrity.
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