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Mt. Vernon Pellet Stove (AE)
2 Getting Started
A. Design, Installation & Location Considerations
1.Appliance Location
OT Check building codes prior to installation.
•Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations.
•Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fire officials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions, installation inspection and permits.
It is a good idea to plan your installation on paper, using exact measurements for clearances and floor protection, before actually beginning the installation
Consideration must be given to:
•Safety, convenience, traffic flow
•Placement of the chimney and chimney connector.
•If you are not using an existing chimney, place the appli- ance where there will be a clear passage for a factory- built listed chimney through the ceiling and roof.
•Installing an optional outside air kit would affect the loca- tion of the vent termination.
Since pellet exhaust can contain ash, soot or sparks, you must consider the location of:
•Windows
•Air Intakes
•Air Conditioner
•Overhang, soffits, porch roofs, adjacent walls
•Landscaping, vegetation
When locating vent and venting termination, vent above roof line when possible.
Damaged parts could impair safe operation. Do NOT install damaged, incomplete or substitute components.
T O If burning shelled field corn, you must use ap- proved venting specifically designed for corn to prevent corro- sion or degradation. Follow the instructions from the venting manufacturer.
OT Locating the appliance in a location of considerable air movement can cause intermittent smoke spillage from appliance. Do not locate appliance near:
•Frequently open doors
•Central heat outlets or returns
| Recommended Location |
Recommended Location | A ove pea |
A ove pea | Inside heated space |
Marginal Location Below pea
Marginal Location Wind loading possi le
Location NOT recommended Not the highest point of the roof Wind loading possi le
Windward
Recommended Outside Air Inta e on windward side
Recommended Insulated exterior chase in cooler climates
Multi-level Roofs
Location NOT recommended
Too close to tree
Below ad acent structure
Lower roof line
Avoid outside wall
Leeward
NOT recommended Outside Air Inta e on leeward side
Figure 5.1
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