Installation | |
CORNER THROUGH WALL INSTALLATION - FREESTANDING: |
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| Fresh Air Intake |
3" (7.5 cm) | Wall thimble |
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| manufactured |
| by pellet vent |
| manufacturer. |
| 3" |
| (7.5 cm) |
Figure 22: Corner Installation.
HORIZONTAL EXHAUST THROUGH WALL INSTALLATION - FREESTANDING:
Vent installation: install vent at clearances specified by the vent manufacturer.
A chimney connector shall not pass through an attic or roof space, closet or similar concealed spaces, or a floor, or ceiling. Where passage through a wall or partition of combustible construction is desired, the installation shall conform to
1.Choose a location for your stove that meets the requirements stated in this manual and allows installation with the least amount of interference to house framing, plumbing, wiring, etc.
2.Install a
3.Place the appliance 15” (37.5 cm) away from the wall. If the stove is to be set on a hearth pad, set the unit on it.
4.Locate the center of the exhaust pipe on the stove. Extend that line to the wall. Once you have located the center point on the wall, refer to pellet vent manufacturer installation instructions for correct hole size and clearance to combustibles.
5.Install the wall thimble as per the instructions written on the thimble. Maintain an effective vapour barrier in accordance with local building codes.
6.Install a length of 3” (76 mm) or 4” (101 mm) vent pipe into the wall thimble. The pipe should install easily into the thimble.
7.Install the fresh air intake (see INSTALLATION - OUTSIDE FRESH AIR CONNECTION).
8.Connect the exhaust vent pipe to the exhaust pipe on the stove. Seal the connection with high temperature silicone.
9.Push the stove straight back, leaving a minimum of 2” (5 cm) clearance from the back of the stove to the wall. Seal the vent pipe to the thimble with high temperature silicone.
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