C. typical fireplace system – Hearth and Home Technologies A42CH EN User Manual

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Heatilator • A36C & A42C • 28396 Rev Y • 10/06

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C. Typical Fireplace System

The Heatilator fi replace system consists of the following:

• Fireplace/integral grate/refractory/outside air system
• Chimney termination cap
• Chimney

system

• Hearth

extension

Termination cap

Chimney penetrates roof
preferably without affecting
roof rafters

Offset/Return (with hanger straps)

Framing headed off
in ceiling joists

Enclosed space above
and around fireplace

Mantel and surround

Decorative facing
and trim

Hearth extension

Factory-built fireplace

Protective metal
hearth strip(s)

Outside
combustion air

Combustible
framing/header
on top of
V-shaped
standoffs
(spacers)

Chimney system

Ceiling firestop
on floor of attic

Support straps
on rafter supports
chimney (not shown)

Non-combustible
roof flashing maintains
minimum clearance
around chimney

Additional lateral
support for chimney
above roof (or enclosed
in chase) if needed

Attic insulation shield (not shown) must
be used here to keep insulation away
from chimney if attic is insulated

Storm Collar

Figure 2.2 Typical Fireplace System

Note:Junction box should be installed during
initial setup to avoid major reconstruction.

Optional components include:

• Glass

doors

• Chimney air kit
• Fan

kit

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