Heatiator BIR42 owner manual B. Install Fireplace & Chimney, C. Install Chase Top

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B. Install Fireplace & Chimney

B. Install Fireplace & Chimney

Install as per Sections 7 and 8.

C. Install Chase Top

You MUST use a chase top in a chase installation. Chase tops are available from your Heatilator dealer or may be field constructed.

Include a turndown and drip edge to prevent water from seeping into the chase.

Include a 2 in. (51 mm) soldered, caulked or spun collar around pipe opening to keep water out.

Provide a 1/8 in. (3 mm) gap around the flue pipe.

Slope the chase top downward away from the opening.

Caution! Do not caulk the pipe to the chase top collar.

Slope Downward (1/4 in. per foot minimum)

2 in. (51 mm) Collar on Chase Top

C. Install Chase Top Turn-down

Manual background Drip Edge

Manual background Chase

.018 (26 ga) min. Galvanized Chase Top

Caulk all seams to prevent leaks.

Refer to Figure 9.3.

Figure 9.3 Chase Top Construction

Heatilator • Birmingham BIR42 • 4059-308 Rev J • 1/11

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Heatiator BIR42 owner manual B. Install Fireplace & Chimney, C. Install Chase Top