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MASONRY FIREPLACE INSTALLATION - INSERT:
Unless you are experienced, we recommend installation by your dealer or a
professional installer.
Install only in a masonry replace with a good-condition chimney at least 15 ft (4.6 m) high, both of
which have been constructed in accordance with the building code. Refer to Tables 5 and 8 for minimum
masonry replace dimensions. Be sure the replace and chimney are clean and sound without any cracks
or loose mortar. Do not remove any bricks or mortar from the replace.
If there is a combustible oor in front of the
masonry replace, the replace insert must
be 8” (203 mm) above the combustible
oor, and oor protection must be provided
18” (457 mm) in front of the replace insert
and 8” (203 mm) to each side of the unit.
Refer also to SPECIFICATIONS - CLEARANCES TO
COMBUSTIBLES - 1200 INSERT and SPECIFICATIONS
- CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES - 1700 INSERT.
1. Remove any replace damper or fasten
in a permanent open position.
2. (IN CANADA) The stove is vented with
a 6” stainless steel liner that goes directly to
the top of the chimney and is covered with
a rain cap. The chimney top is sealed with
a ashing or steel plate that supports the
weight of the chimney liner. The installation
must conform to the liner’s manufacturer’s
instructions.
This replace must be installed with a
continuous liner of 6” diameter (CANADA
ONLY) extending from the replace insert to
the top of the chimney. The chimney liner
must conform to the class 3 requirements of
ULC-S635 Standard for Lining Systems for
Existing Masonry or Factory-Built Chimneys
and Vents, or ULC-S640 Standard for Lining
Systems for New Masonry Chimneys.
(IN U.S.A.)The appliance when installed,
must follow local building codes, in the
absence of local building codes, with the
current NFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys,
Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel-Burning
Appliances.
Floor
Protection
Combustible Floor
Masonry Fireplace
8"
(203 mm)
Rain Cap
Steel Plate or Flashing
Flexible or Rigid 6"
Stainless Steel Liner
Mantel
Top Facing
Damper Removed
or Fastened Open
Sheet Metal Screws
Fastening Collar to
Stainless Steel Liner
Surround Panel
USA 16” (406 mm)
CND 18” (450 mm)
Figure 37: Insert Installation into existing replace with
hearth.