Quadra-Fire MTVERNON-AE-CSB Installation Manual

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4 7034-277E May 5, 2015MT. VERNON AEInstall Guide2 Getting StartedMarginal Location:• Below peakLocation NOT recommended:• Not the highest point of the roof• Wind loading possibleMulti-level RoofsWindwardLeewardRecommended:Outside Air Intakeon windward sideNOT recommended:Outside Air Intakeon leeward sideRecommended Location:• Above peakRecommended:• Insulated exterior chasein cooler climatesRecommended Location:• Above peak• Inside heated spaceLocation NOT recommended:• Too close to tree• Below adjacent structure• Lower roof line• Avoid outside wallMarginal Location:• Wind loading possibleFigure 4.1A . Design, Installation & Location Considerations1. Appliance LocationNOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation.• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state andnational codes and regulations.• Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fireofficials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions,installation inspection and permits.It is a good idea to plan your installation on paper, using exactmeasurements for clearances and floor protection, beforeactually beginning the installation. Location of the applianceand chimney will affect performance.Consideration must be given to:• Safety, convenience, traffic flow• Placement of the chimney and chimney connector and tominimize the use of chimney offsets.• Place the appliance where there will be a clear passagefor a Listed chimney through the ceiling and roof (vertical)or through exterior wall (horizontal).• Installing the required outside air kit will affect the locationof the vent termination.When locating vent and venting termination, the ideal loca-tion is to vent above roof line when possible. This minimizesthe affects of wind loading.Since pellet exhaust can contain ash, soot or sparks, youmust consider the location of:• Windows• Air Intakes• Air Conditioner• Overhang, soffits, porch roofs, adjacent walls• Landscaping, vegetation• Horizontal or vertical vent termination2. Floor SupportThe supporting floor under the appliance must be able tohandle the weight of the appliance, fuel load and the weightof the chimney.Ensure that your floor will support these weights prior toinstallation. Add sufficient additional support to meet thisweight requirement prior to installation. The weight of theappliance is 429 lbs.WARNINGRisk of FireDamaged parts could impair safe operation. DoNOT install damaged, incomplete or substitutecomponents.CAUTIONIf burning shelled field corn, you must use approved vent-ing specifically designed for corn to prevent corrosionor degradation. Follow the instructions from the ventingmanufacturer.