Heatilator CONSTITUTION C-40 - Overfiring; Chimney Fire; Fire Safety

November 11, 2008
Heatilator • Constitution EPA Fireplace • 480-1091C
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Q. Chimney Fire
Intheeventofachimneyre:
• Have the chimney and adjacent structure inspected by
qualied professionals. Hearth & Home Technologies
recommendsthatNFIorCSIAcertiedprofessionals,or
techniciansunderthedirectionofcertiedprofessionals,
conduct a minimum of an NFPA 211 Level 2 inspection
of the chimney.
• Replace components of the chimney and replace as
speciedbytheprofessionals.
• Ensure all joints are properly engaged and the chimney
is properly secured.
Achimneyrecanpermanentlydamageyourchimneysys-
tem. Failure to replace damaged components and make
properrepairscreatesriskofre.
R. Fire Safety
To provide reasonable re safety, the following should be
givenseriousconsideration:
1. Install at least one smoke detector on each oor of
your home to ensure your safety. They should be
located away from the heating appliance and close
to the sleeping areas. Follow the smoke detector
manufacturer’s placement and installation instructions,
and be sure to maintain regularly.
2. AconvenientlylocatedClassAreextinguishertocontend
withsmallresresultingfromburningembers.
3. A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two
escape routes.
4. Aplantodealwithachimneyreasfollows:
 Intheeventofachimneyre:
a. Notifyredepartment
b. Prepare occupants for immediate evacuation.
c. Close all openings into the stove.
d. Whileawaitingredepartment,watchforignitionof
adjacent combustibles from overheated stove pipe,
hot embers or sparks from the chimney.