Vogelzang TR002 - Manual (Page 12)

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CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS continued …
or a knowledgable inspector. Consult your insurance
company if you cannot find a qualified expert.
CAUTION: NOT ALL FIREPLACES ARE SUIT-
ABLE FOR CONVERSION TO ACCOMMODATE
A WOOD STOVE. CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED
EXPERT.
Many prefabricated fireplaces are of the “zero-clear-
ance fireplace” category. These consist of multilayered
metal construction. They are designed with enough
insulation and/or air cooling on the base, back and sides
so they can be safely installed in direct contact with
combustible floors and walls. Although many prefab-
ricated fireplaces carry endorsements from nationally
recognized organizations for use as fireplaces, they
have not been tested for connection to wood stove
heaters. Connecting a stove to such a device will void
the manufacturer’s warranty.
Venting a stove directly into a fireplace does not
meet code and should not be attempted. The stove war-
ranty will be void with such an installation. Do not create
a hazard in your home by connecting in this manner.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Directly connecting the stovepipe into the existing
masonry chimney (figure 19 “Type A” Fireplace Conver-
sion) of the fireplace is the only approved method of
installation. This is a complicated and involved process
and to insure safety should only by done by a qualified
installer.
1. An entry hole must be cut through the masonry and
tile liner with minimal damage to the liner. At least
8” of liner must remain below the entry position.
When locating the stove and stovepipe, all minimum
clearances must be observed from combustible
Figure 19 - Fireplace Conversion
4. Install the stovepipe into the thimble as far as pos-
sible without extending past the flue lining (see
figures 13 & 15 on pages 9 & 10).
5. A small airspace (about 1/2”) should remain
between the stovepipe and thimble to allow for
expansion of the pipe. Seal this airspace with high-
temperature caulking or ceramic wool.
6. Secure and seal the damper in the closed posi-
tion using high-temp caulking, ceramic wool, or
furnace cement. Also check to see if the chimney
has a cleanout. If it does, make sure it is closed and
sealed as well. A leaky cleanout will greatly reduce
draft efficiency.
If you have any questions regarding venting your
stove, contact the manufacturer or contact the National
Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and request a copy
of the latest editions of NFPA Standard 211 and NFPA
Standard 908. Their address is:
Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
surfaces including mantels, combustible
trimwork, ceilings and walls. Position-
ing the center of the stove pipe entry
into the chimney 24” below the ceiling
should insure proper clearance for a 6”
stovepipe.
2. Install a metal or fire clay (5/8” mini-
mum thickness) thimble. Make sure the
thimble is flush with the inner surface of
the chimney liner and does not protrude
into the flue (see figure 13 on page 9).
3. Secure the thimble with refractory mor-
tar. The thimble should be surrounded
by 12” of solid unit masonry brickwork
or 24” of stone.