C. Typical Fireplace System
The Heat & Glo fireplace system consists of the following:
•Fireplace/integral grate/refractory/outside air system
•Refractory
•Chimney termination cap
•Chimney system
•Hearth extension
Optional components include:
•Glass doors
•Chimney air kit (required in Canada)
Additional lateral
support for chimneyTermination cap above roof (or enclosed
in chase) if needed
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roof flashing maintains | Storm Collar | |
minimum clearance | ||
around chimney |
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| Chimney penetrates roof | |
| preferably without affecting | |
Support straps | roof rafters | |
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on rafter supports |
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chimney (not shown) | Offset/Return (with hanger straps) | |
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| Attic insulation shield (not shown) must | |
Ceiling firestop | be used here to keep insulation away | |
from chimney if attic is insulated | ||
on floor of attic | ||
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Chimney system | Framing headed off | |
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Combustible | in ceiling joists | |
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framing/header | Enclosed space above | |
on top of | ||
and around fireplace | ||
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standoffs |
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(spacers) | Mantel and surround | |
| Decorative facing | |
| and trim |
Hearth extension
Outside combustion air
Protective metal hearth strip(s)
¨Figure 2.2 Typical Fireplace System
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