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FTF-13 or Equivalent Chimney System
The Fire-Lite is designed, tested and listed for use with
UL 103 or Class A metal chimney system, or equal.
Do not modify or alter metal ue or metal ue
components as this could result in an unsafe and potentially
dangerous installation that may cause a serious hazard and void
the listings, approvals and the limited warranty of the system.
The following installation instructions refer to FTF-
13 chimney system. If “equal” metal chimney systems are
used, follow the metal ue manufacturer’s explicit installation
instructions.
General Information:
This chimney system is designed for installation in
accordance with the National Fire Protection Standard for
chimneys and solid fuel burning appliances, NFPA 211 and in
accordance with codes such as BOCA Basic/National codes, the
Standard Mechanical Code and the Uniform Building Codes.
Note: Illustrations shown reect “typical” installations with
nominal dimensions and are for design and framing reference
only. Actual installations may vary due to individual design
preferences. However, always maintain minimum required
clearances to combustible materials and do not violate any specic
installation requirements.
WARNING: Failure to use manufacture’s provided parts,
variations in techniques and construction materials or practices
other than those described in this or the manufacturers manual
may create a re hazard and void the limited warranty.
Chimney Clearance Requirements:
The FTF-13 chimney’s outer layer requires a minimum
two inch (2”) air space to combustibles.
The chimney system must be enclosed when installed in
or passing through a living area where combustibles or people
may come in contact with it. This is important to prevent possible
personal injury or re hazard.
The FTF-13 chimney’s re stop spacer and roof ashing
(not chase ashings) may be placed directly on or against normal
construction materials.
Note: “Normal construction materials” are considered to be:
framing materials, particle board, mill board, plywood, paneling,
ooring, and drywall.
Chimney Height Requirements:
Refer to ue manufacturer for chimney height
requirements and recommendations.
FIGURE 87
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