Energy Distribution 2015 REVISION JULY 2020
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OUTSIDE AIR SUPPLY
You can connect an outside air source as closed as
possible to this stove using an optional air dispenser.
The advantage of providing outside air directly to the
stove is that the air used by the stove for combustion
is taken from outside the residence rather than from
within the room where the stove is located.
The outside air dispenser will allow to bring sufficient
air intake to a minimum 3" (76 mm) diameter duct
(supplied by others) * which leads to the outside of the
house. When considering placement of the air
dispenser from the outside of the house, keep in mind
the need to avoid structural members of the house.
Locate the termination of the duct on the outside wall
of the home in such a manner to avoid the possibility
of obstruction by snow, leaves or other material.
Screen the termination using ¼” x ¼” mesh rodent
screen and cover it with a rain/wind proof hood (flex
pipe, outside termination, mesh, and hood supplied by
others) Contact your dealer for availability.
VENTING COMPONENTS &
CONFIGURATION REQUIREMENTS
• DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY
FLUE USED BY ANOTHER APPLIANCE
• Single wall connector that is at least 24 MSG or
25 MSG blued steel stovepipe.
• Double wall connector (Rear pipe) which is used
with a listed, factory-built “Type HT" chimney or
with a masonry chimney to reduce clearances, is
available from several manufacturers, your dealer
can help you choose. Some air insulated
connector pipe models available are Simpson
Dura Vent DVL and Metalbestos DS. Security,
GSW, ICC and Ameritec also have acceptable
Rear connector pipe.
• The chimney connector cannot pass through a
floor or ceiling, nor any attic or roof space, closet
or similar concealed space. Where venting
requires passage through a wall or partition of
combustible construction, the installation must
conform to NFPA Code 211 or CAN/CSA - B365.
• Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions
to maintain an effective vapor barrier at the
location where the chimney of other component
penetrates the exterior of the structure
• It is very important to follow minimum clearances
for chimney connectors to combustibles such as
walls and ceilings when installing the stove.
Typical chimney connector clearances are
outlined below. The single wall clearances are
generic; the double wall clearances shown are
specifically for Security brand and may vary with
other brands. Check the specifications from
the manufacturer of your connector.
COMPONENTS OF A VENTING SYSTEM
The complete venting system consists of several
components: chimney connector, wall thimble, wall
pass-through, chimney, and liner. It is absolutely
necessary that you install all of these components
and maintain the clearances to combustibles
discussed earlier to ensure a safe stove installation.
To protect against the possibility of a house fire, you
must properly install and constantly maintain the
venting system in good condition. Be sure to inspect
the chimney and chimney connector and keep it clean.
Upon inspection, immediately replace rusted,
cracked, or broken components. Failure to follow
these instructions and specified components or using
make-shift compromises can result in fire, property
damage, bodily injury, and even death.
• The chimney connector is the stovepipe from the
woodstove to the chimney. The chimney
connector stovepipe is 7" (178 mm) diameter, 24
MSG or 25 MSG blued steel connector pipe. Do
not use aluminum or galvanized steel pipe - they
cannot withstand the extreme temperatures of a
wood fire.
• The thimble is a manufactured (or
siteconstructed) device installed in combustible
walls through which the chimney connector
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