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VOYAGEUR GRAND Wood Insert
G. Securing Chimney Components
All joints should be secured with 3 sheet metal screws or rivets per pipe manufacturers instructions. The sections must be attached to the insert and to each other with the crimped (male) end pointing toward the insert. Figure 37.1.
LINER CONNECTOR
CRIMPED | FLUE |
END | GAS |
TOWARDS | DIRECTION |
STOVE |
|
Figure 37.1
H. Altering the Fireplace
The following modifications of
The following parts may be removed:
Damper | Smoke Shelf or Baffle |
Ember Catches | Fire Grate |
Viewing Screen/Curtain | Doors |
•The fireplace must not be altered, except that the damper may be removed to accommodate a
•External trim pieces which do not affect the operation of the fireplace may be removed providing they can be stored on or within the fireplace for reassembly if the insert is removed.
•The permanent metal warning label provided in the component pack must be attached to the back of the fireplace, with screws or nails, stating that the fireplace may have been altered to accommodate the insert, and must be returned to original condition for use as a conventional fireplace. Figure 37.2.
•Manufacturer designed adjustable support kit can be ordered from your dealer.
•Final approval of this installation type is contingent upon the authority having jurisdiction.
WARNING
THIS FIREPLACE MAY HAVE BEEN ALTERED
TO ACCOMMODATE AN INSERT. IT MUST BE
RETURNED TO ITS ORIGINAL CONDITION
BEFORE USE AS A SOLID FUEL BURNING
FIREPLACE.
Figure 37.2
I. Factory-Built Sold Fuel Fireplace
A permit may be required for installations, final approval is contingent of the authority having local jurisdiction. Consult insurance carrier, local building, fire officials or authorities having jurisdiction about restrictions, installation inspec- tion, and permits.
Inspect the existing fireplace and chimney for any damage or flaws such as burnouts, metal or refectory warping.
Inspection to a minimum of NFPA 211 Level II is recom- mended. All repairs must be made prior to installing an insert. The fireplace must be structurally sound and be able to support the weight of the
The
A full height 6 inch diameter stainless steel full height listed chimney liner must be installed meeting type HT (2100°F) requirements per UL 1777 (USA) or ULC S635 with “0” clearance to masonry (Canada). The full liner must be attached to the insert flue collar and to the top of the existing chimney.
The flue liner top support attachment must not reduce the air flow for the existing
To prevent room air passage to the chimney cavity of the fireplace, seal either the damper area around the chimney liner or the insert surround. Circulating air chamber (i.e. in a steel fireplace liner or metal hearth circulator) may not be blocked. The air flow within and around the fireplace shall not be altered, blocked by the installation of the insert. (i.e. no louvers or cooling air inlet or outlet ports may be blocked by the insert or the insert surround.
See “H. Altering the Fireplace” for modifications allowed for
WARNING! Risk of Asphyxiation!
•DO NOT CONNECT THIS APPLIANCE TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVICING ANOTHER APPLIANCE OR TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
This may allow flue gases to enter the house.
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