Hearth and Home Technologies BIR42-B - Manual (Page 16)

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Marginal Location:
• Below peak
Location NOT recommended:
• Not the highest point of the roof
• Wind loading possible
Multi-level Roofs
Windward
Leeward
Recommended Location:
• Above peak
Recommended:
• Insulated exterior chase
in cooler climates
Recommended Location:
• Above peak
• Inside heated space
Location NOT recommended:
• Too close to tree
• Below adjacent structure
• Lower roof line
• Avoid outside wall
Marginal Location:
• Wind loading possible
Figure 5.2 Recommended Chimney Locations
Location of the fireplace and chimney will affect perfor-
mance.
• Install within the warm air space enclosed by the building
envelope. This helps to produce more draft, especially
during lighting and die-down of the fire.
• Penetrate the highest part of the roof. This minimizes the
effects of wind loading.
• Locate termination cap away from trees, adjacent
structures, uneven roof lines and other obstructions.
• Minimize the use of chimney offsets.
• Consider the fireplace location relative to floor and ceiling
and attic joists.
• Take into consideration the termination requirements in
Section 8 and Section 9.
E. Locating your Fireplace & Chimney
NOTICE: Locating the fireplace in an area of considerable
air movement can cause intermittent smoke spillage from
fireplace. Do not locate fireplace near
• frequently open doors
• central heat outlets or returns
DO NOT install in a basement.
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