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THE CHIMNEY
CHIMNEY INSTALLATION
1. If possible, always install an approved chimney system in an interior chase of the home.
This will provide better performance by maintaining heat in the entire chimney system thus
ensuring better draft and removal of spent exhaust gases. In areas where temperatures
hover or remain below freezing, the use of an exterior chimney will increase the likelihood
of fireplace starting and operating problems. Some of these problems will be difficult
starts, low draft, high rates of creosoting, and increased maintenance of the system will be
required. Exterior chimneys are also prone to down drafting and flow reversal.
Installations, which are located on lower floors in the house, such as in a basement, in
combination with an outside chimney are especially prone to flow reversal.
Follow the Chimney Manufacturer’s installation procedures included with the chimney
system being installed with the Inglenook Fireplace. Installing the chimney must be in
compliance with the local codes, chimney manufacturer’s recommended procedures, and
must attach to the Country Flame product in accordance to instructions provided.
CAUTION: DO NOT FILL REQUIRED CLEARANCES AROUND THE CHIMNEY
AND SURROUNDING COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL WITH INSULATION!
2. The Inglenook Fireplace is listed for only an eight-inch diameter chimney system. Refer to
the specifications in this manual for approved chimney systems to be used with the
Inglenook Fireplace.
3. IMPORTANT: The anchor plate flange or air-cooled starter collar must fit into the flue
collar on the fireplace to prevent creosote leakage. Figure 22 shows the proper installation
onto the top of the Inglenook Fireplace. It is important that this anchor plate or starter
collar be installed correctly to support the chimney, ensure no leakage of creosote, and
ensure no leakage of fumes.
FIGURE 22: ANCHOR PLATE INSTALLATION