Quadra-Fire EXPLR-III-MBK Installation Manual - page 10
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7060-228G
November 29, 2016
Explorer III Wood Stove
Recommended
Location
Marginal
Location
Location
Not
Recommended
Recommended
Location
Location NOT
Recommended
Multi-level Roofs
Windward
Leeward
Outside Air Kit Termination Cap
Figure 10.1
E. Chimney Termination Requirements
Followmanufacturer’sinstructionsforclearance,securing
flashingandterminatingthechimney.
Fig. 11.1 & 11.2
•
MusthaveanapprovedandListedcap
•
Must not be located where it will become plugged by
snow or other material
• Must terminate at least 3 feet (91cm) above the roof
and at least 2 feet (61cm) above any portion of the
roof within 10 feet (305cm).
• Must be located away from trees or other structures
D. Locating Your Appliance & Chimney
Location of the appliance and chimney will affect perfor-
mance. As shown in
Figure 10.1thechimneyshould:
• Installthroughthewarmspaceenclosedbythebuild-
ing envelope. This helps to produce more draft, espe-
ciallyduringlightinganddiedownofthefire.
• Penetratethehighestpartoftheroof.Thisminimizes
the affects of wind turbulence and down drafts.
• Considertheappliancelocationinordertoavoidfloor
and ceiling attic joists and rafters.
•
Locate termination cap away from trees, adjacent
structures, uneven roof lines and other obstructions.
Yourlocaldealeristheexpertinyourgeographicareaand
canusuallymakesuggestionsordiscoversolutionsthatwill
easilycorrectyourflueproblem.
NOTICE:
• Chimney performance may vary.
• Trees, buildings, roof lines and wind conditions affect
performance.
• Chimneyheightmayneedadjustmentifsmokingor
overdraft occurs.
NOTICE: Locating the appliance in a basement or in a
location of considerable air movement can cause intermittent
smokespillagefromappliance.Donotlocateappliancenear
• Frequentlyopendoors
• Central heat outlets or returns