Appendix Chimney and Fireplace Hazards | Vermont Casting 1910, 0968

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Appendix: Chimney and Fireplace Hazards

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A.Improper chimney height. The top of the chimney must be at least 3 feet higher than the spot where it passes through or past the roof, or two feet higher than everything else within ten feet horizontally, whichever is higher.

B.Deteriorated chimney cap

C.Structural defects indicated by creosote stains on outside of chimney

D.Blockage within chimney

E.Improper clearance between chimney and nearby combustibles (less than 2" - check local codes)

K. Loose or leaky cleanout door

For a fireplace -

F.Improper clearance between smoke chamber and framing materials - (less than 2" - check local codes)

G.Creosote buildup on smoke shelf

H.Structural deterioration

I.Loose or broken bricks or mortar

J.Insufficient hearth depth. The hearth must extend 16" (18"/460mm in Canada) beyond the fireplace opening. With a fireplace insert, or a free-standing stove vented through a fireplace, the hearth must extend 16" (18"/460mm in Canada) beyond the front door opening of the stove or insert.

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Vermont Casting 1910, 0968 installation instructions Appendix Chimney and Fireplace Hazards, For a fireplace

Contents

Defiant Welcome Save These Instructions for Future Reference Table of Contents Story of the Defiant Specifications Defiant, Model Outside Air InstallationChimney Height Prefabricated Chimneys What Kind of Chimney to UseMasonry Chimneys Chimney Size Chimney Connector Guidelines Single-wall Chimney Connectors Fireplace Installations Securing the Single-wall Connector to a Masonry ChimneyFreestanding Installations Above the Fireplace Through the Fireplace Wall pass-Throughs Floor Protection for Fireplace Installation Floor Protection Safe Ways to Reduce Clearances Keep the Stove a Safe Distance from Surrounding MaterialsWall Shields Defiant Clearance Chart Stove Clearance Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces Defiant Clearance Diagrams Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces Rear heat shield installed on the Defiant Stove Stove Heat Shields Distance from the Center of the Flue Collar to the Wall Defiant With Rear Heat Shield only Assembly Assemble the Removable Insert Handle OperationDefiant Controls Single Air Control Regulates Heat Output and Burn Time Two Ways to Add Fuel Damper Directs Air Flow Within the Stove Burn Only High-Quality Wood Infra-Red Reflective Glass Panels For Clear Fire ViewingAndirons Help Protect the Glass Surface Thermometer is a Valuable Guide to Operation Defiant Control Settings Use the Air Control Settings that Work Best for YouHigh-Efficiency Wood Burning With Catalytic Combustion Conditioning Your Stove Starting and Maintaining a Wood Fire Refuel While the Embers Are Still Hot Add larger pieces of wood as the fire begins to burn Ash Disposal Indoor/Outdoor Location Masonry ChimneySteel Chimney Flue Sizing Creosote Draft TestingSingle Venting Fuel Negative Pressure Conclusion Maintenance Keep Your Stove Looking New Working Its Best Check the Operation Primary Air Shutter Adjust the Damper as NeededHow to Adjust the Door Latches Tighten the Damper Handle as Needed Removing and Cleaning the Combustor Inspection and CleaningWhen To Suspect a Combustor Problem Catalytic Element Remove the bricks and the brick retainer Replace the Stove Gaskets as Needed Chimney System Annual MaintenanceAdjust the Door Latch If Necessary Permanent Defiant Gaskets Flame Impingement BlockageMasking and Poisoning Overfiring Appendix Chimney and Fireplace Hazards For a fireplace Defiant Woodburning Stove Defiant Warranty Vermont Castings Majestic Products Company