Hearth and Home Technologies BIR50-B owner manual Chimney Assembly, Chimney Requirements

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8Chimney Assembly

Notice: Chimney performance may vary.

Trees, buildings, roof lines and wind conditions affect performance.

Chimney height may need adjustment if smoking or overdraft occurs.

A. Chimney Requirements

Measure vertical distances from the base of the fireplace.

 

 

Feet

Meters

• Minimum overall straight height

18

5.49

• Minimum height with offset/return

18.5

5.64

Maximum height

50

15.24

• Maximum chimney length between an offset

20

6.10

 

and return

 

 

• Maximum distance between chimney stabiliz-

25

7.62

 

ers

 

 

• Maximum unsupported chimney length be-

6

1.83

 

tween the offset and return

 

 

• Maximum unsupported chimney height above

25

7.62

 

the fireplace

 

 

Maximum unsupported chimney above roof

6

1.83

Warning! Risk of Fire! You must maintain 2 in. (51 mm) air space clearance to insulation and other combustible materials around the chimney system. Failure to do so may cause overheating and fire.

Table 8.1

Height of Chimney Components

in.

mm

Stabilizer

 

 

 

14DCA-ST

 

 

Firestop

 

 

 

14DCA-FS

 

 

Elbows

 

 

 

14DCA-E15 - 15° Elbow

 

 

 

14DCA-E30 - 30° Elbow

 

 

Miscellaneous

 

 

 

14DCA-ES - Elbow Strap

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14DCA-SS - Supplementary Support

 

 

 

14DCA-IS - Insulation Shield

 

 

 

14DCA-RRS - Roof Radiation Shield

 

 

 

14DCA-CTF - Chase Top Flashing

 

 

 

14DCA-CTC - Chase Top Collar

 

 

 

14DCA-VC - Chimney Cap

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14DCA-SC - Storm Collar

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14DCA-WS - Wall Strap

 

 

Chimney Sections*

 

 

 

14DCA-12

10 1/2

267

 

14DCA-18

16 1/2

419

 

14DCA-36

34 1/2

876

 

14DCA-48

46 1/2

1181

* Dimensions reflect effective height.

 

 

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Contents Fire Risk Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burnsHeatilator Birmingham BIR50-B 4059-682C 8/12 Listing Label Information/LocationGrate NumberUser Guide Table of ContentsInstaller Guide Limited Lifetime Warranty WarrantyWarranty Conditions Combustible Materials Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certification Non-combustible MaterialsYour Fireplace Operating InstructionsFirescreen Seasoned WoodStarting a Fire GrateClear Space Glass DoorsVented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters Optional ComponentsHardwood vs Softwood Wood FuelDisposal of Ashes Maintainance and ServiceChimney Inspection/Cleaning Frequency As desired Glass CleaningCheck Firebox Molded Brick Panel Inspect GrateStart Fire Problems Possible Cause Solution Troubleshooting GuideTypical Fireplace System Getting StartedNegative Pressure Design and Installation ConsiderationsDraft Windward Locating your Fireplace & ChimneyTypical Fireplace Components Tools and Supplies Needed Inspect Fireplace and ComponentsModel # Framing & ClearancesSelect Fireplace Location Air Space Clearances ClearancesFrame the Fireplace Sidewalls/SurroundsPlace Protective Metal Hearth Strips Installation of FireplaceThings to Consider Position the FireplaceYES Install Outside Air KitChimney Requirements Chimney AssemblyEffective Cut Roof Opening Installation NotesInstall Firestop Frame OpeningsAssemble Chimney Sections Using Offsets/ReturnsSupplementary Support & Stabilizer Offset Elbow InstallationAttach Flashing Install Attic Insulation ShieldInstall Roof Radiation Shields Field-Constructed Chase Top Flashing Finish Top Flat Roofs Chimney Termination RequirementsConstruct the Chase Chase InstallationsShroud Requirements ShroudsHouse Style Shroud House Style Shroud Minimum DimensionsPyramid Style Shroud Arch / Mailbox Style ShroudInstall Side Molded Brick Panel-Traditional Installation of Molded Brick PanelInstall Hearth Molded Brick Panel Install Back Molded Brick Panel-TraditionalInstall Side Molded Brick Panel-Herring- bone Install Back Molded Brick Panel-Herring- boneInstall Mortar Optional Install Screens= 1/k x inches of thickness FinishingHearth Extension Raised Hearth Extension Framing Decorative Facing Finishing MaterialStandoffs Combustible MantelFlush Front Gas Code, Ansi Z223.1 AccessoriesGas Log/Lighter Provision Wood Burning InsertsReference Materials Fireplace DimensionsRequired/shipped separately Chimney Components50 in. Woodburning Fireplace Service PartsStocked At DepotHerringbone Refractory Traditional RefractoryTraditional Refractory This page intentionally left blank Contact Information

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