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Non-combustible
roof flashing maintains
minimum clearance
around chimney
Additional lateral
support for chimney
above roof (or enclosed
in chase) if needed
(Section 8.A.)
Ceiling firestop
on floor of attic
(Section 8.D.)
Support straps
on rafter supports
chimney (not shown)
Termination cap
(Sections 8.I., 9.D.)
Chimney penetrates roof
preferably without affecting
roof rafters (Section 8.H.)
Offset/Return (with hanger straps)
(Section 8.B.)
Framing headed off
in ceiling joists (Section 8.D.)
Enclosed space above
and around fireplace (Section 6.B.)
Mantel and surround (Section 12.E.)
Decorative facing
and trim (Sections 12.E., 12.F.)
Hearth extension
(Sections 12.C., 12.D.)
Factory-built fireplace
Protective metal
hearth strip(s) (Section 7.C.)
Combustible
framing/header
on top of
V-shaped
standoffs
(spacers)
(Section 6.D.)
Chimney system
(Section 8)
Attic insulation shield (not shown) must
be used here to keep insulation away
from chimney if attic is insulated
(Section 8.E.)
Storm Collar
(Section 9.D.)
Outside Air
(both sides)
Transition
5
Getting Started
A. Typical Fireplace System
Figure 5.1 Typical Fireplace System
Installer Guide
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