December 15, 2009
7046-137C
Page 7
2700-I ACC Wood Insert
R
Minimum Width of Cavity Opening - Front
2-1/2 775
Minimum Width of Cavity Opening - Rear
20 508
Minimum Height
18-11/16 475
Minimum Depth from Front to Rear
17-1/4 438
Inches Millimeters
The following modications of factory-built replaces are
permissible:
• The replace must not be altered, except that the damper
may be removed to accommodate a direct-connect starter
pipe or chimney liner,
• External trim pieces which do not affect the operation
of the replace may be removed providing they can be
stored on or within the replace for reassembly if the
insert is removed.
• The permanent metal warning label provided in the
component pack must be attached to the back of the
replace, with screws or nails, stating that the replace
may have been altered to accommodate the insert,
and must be returned to original condition for use as a
conventional replace. Figure 37.2.
• If the hearth extension is lower than the replace opening,
the portion of the insert extending onto the hearth must
be supported.
• Manufacturer designed adjustable support kit can be
ordered from your dealer.
• Final approval of this installation type is contingent upon
the authority having jurisdiction.
Damper Smoke Shelf or Bafe
Ember Catches Fire Grate
Viewing Screen/Curtain Doors
Fire Risk.
When lining air-cooled factory-built chimneys:.
• Run chimney liner approved to UL 1777 Type
HT requirements (2100 degrees F)
• Re-install original factory built chimney cap
ONLY
• DO NOT block cooling air openings in chimney
• Blocking cooling air will overheat the chimney
WARNING
Prefabricated Metal Chimney (Cont’d)
LINER CONNECTOR
FLUE
GAS
DIRECTION
CRIMPED
END
TOWARDS
STOVE
Figure 37.1
NOTICE: In Canada when using a factory-built chimney it must
be safety listed, Type UL103 HT (2100
o
F) [1149
o
C] CLASS
“A” or conforming to CAN/ULC-S629M, STANDARD FOR
650
o
C FACTORY-BUILT CHIMNEYS.
NOTE: Refer to chimney liner manufacturer for recom-
mendations on supporting the liner. Installation into
replaces without a permit will void the listing.
H. Altering the Fireplace
G. Securing Chimney Components
All joints should be secured with sheet metal screws or
rivets per pipe manufacturers instructions. The sections must
be attached to the insert and to each other with the crimped
(male) end pointing toward the insert. Figure 37.1.
WARNING! Risk of Fire!
250-2061
WARNING
THIS FIREPLACE MAY HAVE BEEN ALTERED
TO ACCOMMODATE AN INSERT. IT MUST BE
RETURNED TO ITS ORIGINAL CONDITION
BEFORE USE AS A SOLID FUEL BURNING
FIREPLACE.
250-2061
Figure 37.2
To maintain the functionality of the replace’s chimney
system you may use a Simpson Dura-Vent DuraLiner Slip
Hanger, Part # 4671, and attach to the bottom of the replace
chimney cap to support the liner. You have two options to
completing the installation.
Option one - Not required to use liner cap:
Re-attach the existing top of the chimney cap.
Option two - Using liner cap:
Re-attach the existing top of the chimney cap and install a
new storm collar and a new liner cap.