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Pre-Manufactured Flue System: In the past few years pre-manufactured flue systems have
become very popular, because this type system is easily installed and, when done correctly, is very
safe. There are many pre-manufactured flue systems on the market, and when making your choice it
should be U.L., B.O.C.A. or I.C.B.O. approved. Any of these systems are constructed of the proper
materials and meet the proper safety standards. Your local dealer normally handles an approved
brand of flue pipe. There are two very popular methods for installation of this type system.
The first, most popular and least expensive is through the ceiling and out the roof. This is the
most direct route and creates a good draw because it requires less pipe. It is less expensive because
insulated pipe is needed only from the ceiling to the roof and above -- single wall 24 gauge or thicker
pipe is used from the unit to the ceiling if you maintain the eighteen inches (18”) clearance from all
combustible material.
The second method for installing a pre-manufactured system is to exit through the wall and run
the system vertically up the outside of the structure. This method is more expensive because more
insulated pipe is required -- you must use insulated pipe through the wall and up the outside of the
structure. In either installation, proper clearances to combustibles should be maintained. Your flue
pipe manufacturer furnishes a wall thimble or ceiling support box and, when installed properly, the
correct clearances are achieved. If you are unable to install this type system your local dealer may be
able to recommend a qualified contractor for this installation. It is the customer’s responsibility to
ensure that his system is installed properly and is in good operating condition.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for an accident caused by a unit connected to a faulty
flue system.
FLOOR AND WALL PROTECTION
8”
1. Floor Protection
You will not need any floor protection if your
floor is constructed of a non-combustible material
such as brick or concrete. If your floor is
constructed with a combustible material such as
hardwood, carpet or linoleum, you must place
protection between the stove and the combustible
material.
There are many floor and wall board
manufacturers, and you should be very cautious
in choosing the proper protection. The type board
you choose should be U.L. rated and listed. After
examining the area you plan to place your stove
and determining it requires a board, the next step is to select the proper size. The stove you
choose will determine the size board that is required. The approved protector board should be
large enough to provide a minimum of eight inches (8”) behind the unit, eight inches (8”) on either
side and sixteen inches (16”) in the front where the door is located. This stove requires a minimum
of 48” x 48” floor protection.
8”
Illustration 2
Door Side
16”
8”
8”
Floor
Protector
Min. Size
48” x 48”
U.L. Rated
and Listed
Installation on a Concrete Floor
An appliance mounted on a concrete floor does not require floor protection.
Carpeting and any other combustible material must not cover the Floor Protector.
If a combustible surface is applied to the concrete floor, a clearance must be maintained
equivalent to the area reserved for the floor protector.