Valley Comfort Systems MP80 Installation and operation manual - page 16
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CAUTIONS
All installations must comply with local building safety codes.
Installation shall be by a licensed, qualified mechanical installer experienced in heating equipment
installations.
THE WOOD SECTION MUST BE VENTED INTO A CHIMNEY APPROVED FOR SOLID FUEL
USE BE IN GOOD CONDITION. MOST GAS FURNACES ARE VENTED INTO "B" VENT
PIPE. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE FOR SOLID FUEL APPLIANCES. THE MP80 MUST NOT
BE VENTED INTO A CHIMNEY WHICH ALSO SERVES AS A GAS APPLIANCE VENT.
DO NOT CONNECT THE DUCT WORK SO REVERSE OR PARALLEL FLOW IS POSSIBLE.
DO NOT RELOCATE ANY OF THE CONTROLS ON THE ORIGINAL OR ALTERNATE
FURNACE.
Ensure that all existing or alternate furnace systems are in good operating condition before installing
the add-on.
Valley comfort Systems Inc. supports the Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc. This
organization provides training and certification for personnel involved in installation and
maintenance of wood heating systems across Canada. For your safety and satisfaction your
system must be properly installed.
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
(See label copy addendum)
If the furnace sits on a combustible floor, a non combustible shield must be used underneath and extend
6 in. out from all sides and 18 in. out from the charging end. This floor protection is required to prevent
sparks from falling onto the combustible floor,(see CSA B365-M87) it is not required to be a heat
protective covering.
This furnace must be installed in compliance with all local codes and regulations.
LOCATION RE ALTERNATE FURNACE OR BLOWER
The MP80 can be located on either side of the alternate furnace as space permits, in a series downstream
configuration. Minimum size of the interconnect duct is 12 in. x 18 in. DO NOT USE INTERCONNECT
DUCT ELBOWS THAT HAVE AN INSIDE RADIUS OF LESS THAN 6" (150mm.).
Wood charging end
48 inches
One side
6 inches
Other side for servicing
18 inches
Single wall flue to combustibles including electric wiring and electric furnace
18 inches
Plenum and first 6 ft. of supply duct
2 inches