Heat & Glo LifeStyle 6000XLSB, 7000XLS manual Ceiling Firestop Ceiling Side, Attic Firestop

For Vertical Runs - One ceiling firestop is REQUIRED at the hole in each ceiling through which the vent passes.

To install firestops for vertical runs that pass through ceilings:

•Position a plumb bob directly over the center of the verti- cal vent component.

•Mark the ceiling to establish the centerpoint of the vent.

•Drill a hole or drive a nail through this centerpoint.

•Check the floor above for any obstructions, such as wir- ing or plumbing runs.

•Reposition the fireplace and vent system, if necessary, to accommodate the ceiling joists and/or obstructions.

•Cut an 11-inch X 11-inch (280mm X 280mm) hole through the ceiling, using the centerpoint previously marked.

•Frame the hole with framing lumber the same size as the ceiling joists.

11" (280 mm)	11" (280mm)
	CHIMNEY
	HOLE
NEW	EXISTING CEILING
	JOISTS
FRAMING
MEMBERS
CEILING
Figure 17. 11" x 11" Hole & New Framing Members

If the area above the ceiling is NOT an attic, position and secure the ceiling firestop on the ceiling side of the previously cut and framed hole.

JOIST

CEILING

NAILS (4 REQUIRED)

CEILING FIRESTOP

Figure 18. Ceiling Firestop (Ceiling Side)

If the area above the ceiling IS an attic, position and secure the firestop on top of the previously framed hole.

NOTE: Keep insulation away from the vent pipe at least 1 inch (25mm).

	NAILS (4 REQUIRED)
	RAFTER
CEILING
	CEILING FIRESTOP
Figure 19.	Attic Firestop

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