Lopi Answer Wood Stove - Manual (Page 11)

Stove Installation
(for qualified installers only)
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Chimney Termination Requirements
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Must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering)
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Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material
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Must terminate at least 3' above the roof and at least 2' above any portion of the roof within 10' (see
Figure 5)
Slanted Roofs
Flat Roofs
Chimney must
extend 3'
above the roof
Chimney must extend 2'
above any portion of the roof
within 10' of the chimney
Chimney must
extend 3'
above the roof
Chimney must extend 2'
above any portion of the roof
within 10' of the chimney
Figure 5
Outside Air Requirements
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Required for mobile homes & in certain localities (check with building officials)
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Must not be drawn from an enclosed space (garage, unventilated crawl space)
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Requires the optional outside air boot (for legs) or pedestal.
Optional Air Duct (must not be
longer than 15' and at least 16
square inches in cross section)
A hole must be cut
through the floor
protection and floor
and the rodent
screen nailed in
place here (see the
optional equipment
instructions for
exact sizes)
Outside
Air Boot
Outside air entrance must be placed so
it does not become blocked by snow.
When using outside air, find a location where the chimney and
outside air hole do not interfere with structural members of the home.
Pedestal (with insulation)
directs air to the stove.
Air may be drawn from a ventilated
crawl space or use an air duct.
Figure 6