INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION INTO A
MASONRY FIREPLACE
The insert must be installed as per the requirements of your local in- spection authority. While a full liner is preferred, three methods of fl ue connection are acceptable in most areas in the US, however in Canada a full flue liner is required.
1)Positive fl ue connection, where a large blocking plate and a short connector pipe is used.
2)Direct fl ue connection, where a smaller blocking plate and a connector pipe to the fi rst fl ue liner tile is used.
3)Full fl ue liner, where a stainless steel rigid or fl exible liner pipe is routed from the insert outlet collar to the top of the chimney.
Hampton highly recommends the use of a full liner as the safest installa- tion and provides the most optimum performance. Your retailer should be able to help you decide which system would be the best for your application.
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3a) Full Flue Liner
(No Cleanout Required)
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The use of one of the connection methods listed on this page not only increases the safety of your insert by directing the hot gases up the fl ue, but will also help increase the unit's effi ciency and decrease creosote deposits in the chimney.
When a connected fl ue or liner is in use, the insert is able to “breathe” better by allowing a greater draft to be created. The greater draft can decrease problems such as, diffi cult
INSTALLATION INTO A
FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE
1)When installed in a factory built fi replace, a full stainless steel rigid or fl exible fl ue liner is mandatory, for both safety and performance purposes. When a fl ue or liner is in use, the insert is able to breathe better by allowing a greater draft to be created. The greater draft can decrease problems such as, diffi cult
2)In order to position the fl ue liner, the existing rain cap must be removed from your chimney system. In most cases the fl ue damper should also be removed to allow passage of the liner.
3)In most cases opening the existing spark screens fully should give enough room for the insert installation. If it does not, remove and store.
4)If the fl oor of your fi replace is below the level of the fi replace open- ing, adjust the insert's levelling bolts to accommodate the differ- ence. When additional shimming is required, use
5)Measure approximately the alignment of the fl ue liner with the position of the smoke outlet hole on the insert to check for pos- sible offset. If an offset is required, use a proper stainless steel unit available with the chimney liner.
6)Once the above items have been checked, slide your insert into position after fi rst positioning the fl ue liner and offset if required.
NOTE: See requirements for installing solid fuel inserts in factory built fireplaces.
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