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Using Shields to Reduce Clearances
Chimney Connector Heat Shields: Use only connector heat
shielding listed for use with solid fuel heaters. The
connector heat shield must begin 1” above the lowest
exposed point of the connector pipe and extend vertically
a minimum of 25” (640 cm) above the top surface of the
stove.
Double Wall Connector: Listed double wall pipe is an
acceptable alternative to connector pipe heat shields.
Wall-Mounted Protection: When reducing clearances
through the use of wall mounted protection:
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In the U.S. refer to NFPA 211, Standard for Chimneys,
Fireplaces, Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances, for
acceptable materials, proper sizing and construction
guidelines.
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In Canada, refer to CAN/CSA-B365,
Installation Code for
Solid-Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment, also for
acceptable materials, proper sizing and construction
guidelines.
Stove Mounted Heat shield: Rear Heat Shield #154385 is
approved for use with the Jøtul F 400 in the US. and Canada.
No other heat shield may be used.
Notice:
Many manufacturers have developed woodstove
accessories that permit clearance reduction. Use only those
accessories that have been tested by an independent
laboratory and carry the laboratory’s testing mark. Be sure
to follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions.
Alcove Installation
The Jøtul F 400 can be installed in an Alcove as diagrammed
in figures 9 and 10.
1.1.
1.1.
1. The stove must be installed with listed double wall pipe.
2.2.
2.2.
2. In a protected alcove installation both side walls and
rear wall must be protected per NFPA 211 or CAN/CSA-
B365. The wall protection must be elevated 1” (25 mm)
from the floor and spaced at least 1” (25 mm) off the
combustible wall, using noncombustible spacers, to
allow for air circulation behind the shield.
3.3.
3.3.
3. The height of the wall protection including the bottom
air space must be 48” (121 cm).
4.4.
4.4.
4. The Bottom Heat Shield is required in all
Alcove
installations.
5.5.
5.5.
5. Alcove floor protection must consist of a UL/ULC or
WHI listed hearth pad or a non combustible material
with a minimum R value of 2.0.
6.6.
6.6.
6. Minimum ceiling height in an unprotected installation,
off the top of the stove is 58”(148 cm). The minimum
ceiling height off the top of the stove in a protected
ceiling installation is 36 (91.5 cm).
Mobile Home Installation
The Jøtul F 400 has been approved for use in mobile homes
in the U.S. and Canada with the following stipulations:
1.1.
1.1.
1. The stove must be secured to the floor of the mobile
home. Use Floor Bracket Kit #750304.
2.2.
2.2.
2. The stove is provided outside air for combustion.
Outside Air Kit #154335 (see page 16 for more details).
3.3.
3.3.
3. Use only listed double-wall pipe for the chimney
connection.
4.4.
4.4.
4. The stove must be grounded to the mobile home
chassis.
5.5.
5.5.
5. The stove must otherwise be installed in accordance to
24CRR, Part 3280 (HUD).
Consult with your local building inspector or fire officials
about restrictions and requirements in your area, prior to
installing the stove.
Warning!
Do not install this stove in a bedroom/sleeping room. Do
not install the stove in any way that might compromise the
structural integrity of the mobile home floor, walls, ceiling,
or roof.
USA/Canada