Drolet CLASSIC EPA WOOD STOVE User manual

READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE
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Printed in Canada 14-04-2011
OWNER’S MANUAL
CLASSIC EPA WOOD STOVE
US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED WOOD
STOVE
Verified and/or tested following
ULC S627 and UL 1482 Standards
by:
Manufactured by : STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC.
250, de Copenhague, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec), Canada G3A 2H3
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.drolet.ca
This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer’s web site. It is a copyrighted
document. Re-sale is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer may update this manual from time
to time and cannot be responsible for problems, injuries, or damages arising out of the use of
information contained in any manual obtained from unauthorized sources.

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INTRODUCTION
Stove Builder International, one of the most important wood stove and fireplace manufacturers in North
America, congratulates you on your purchase and wishes to help you get maximum satisfaction from your
wood stove. In the pages that follow, wewill give you advice on wood heating and controlled combustionas
well as technical specifications regarding installation, operation and maintenance of the model you have
chosen.
The instructions pertaining to the installation of your wood stove in North America complywith ULC-S627
and UL-1482 standards.
Read this entire manual before you install and use your new stove. If this stove is not properly
installed, a house fire may result. To reduce the risk of fire,followtheinstallationinstructions. Failure
to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.
Consult your municipal building department or fire officials about restrictions and installation
requirements in your area and the need to obtain a permit.
KEEP THIS INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
CAUTIONS:
HOT WHILE IN OPERATION.KEEP CHILDREN,CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY.CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN
BURNS.
DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO IGNITE THE FIRE.
DO NOT LEAVE THE STOVE UNATTENDED WHEN THE DOOR IS SLIGHTLY OPENED DURING IGNITION.
DO NOT BURN WASTE,FLAMMABLE FLUID SUCH AS GASOLINE,NAPHTHA,OR MOTOR OIL.
DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
ALWAYS CLOSE THE DOOR AFTER IGNITION.
REGISTER YOU WARRANTY ONLINE
To receive full warranty coverage, you will
need to show evidence of the date you
purchased your stove. Keep your sales
invoice. We also recommend that you
register your warranty online at
www.drolet.ca
Registering your warranty online will help us
track rapidly the information we need on your
stove.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................ 4
TIPS ON WOOD HEATING ................................................................................................................................... 5
SECTION 1.0 - INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................................6
1.2 POSITIONING THE STOVE...............................................................................................................................................6
1.3 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES AND FLOOR PROTECTOR............................................................................................7
SECTION 2.0 CHIMNEY (FLUE SYSTEM)......................................................................................................14
2.1 DEFINITIONS................................................................................................................................................................14
2.2 CHIMNEY.....................................................................................................................................................................14
2.2.1 Step by step installation of your factory-built chimney ............................................................................................16
2.2.2 Typical installation through an existing masonry chimney .......................................................................................24
2.3 CHIMNEY CONNECTOR ................................................................................................................................................27
2.4 DRAFT .........................................................................................................................................................................29
2.5 OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR.........................................................................................................................................29
2.6 THE ADVANTAGE OF INSTALLING A BLOWER (FAN).....................................................................................................30
SECTION 3.0 OPERATION ............................................................................................................................31
3.1 SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................................31
3.2 FUEL ............................................................................................................................................................................33
3.2.1 The use of manufactured logs...................................................................................................................................34
3.2.2 Simple wood moisture test .......................................................................................................................................34
3.3 NOTES ABOUT FIRST FIRING ........................................................................................................................................34
3.4 LIGHTING A FIRE..........................................................................................................................................................34
3.5 MAINTAINING THE FIRE...............................................................................................................................................35
3.6 FAN (BLOWER) OPERATION.........................................................................................................................................36

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SECTION 4.0 MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................37
4.1 CLEANING AND PAINTING YOUR STOVE ......................................................................................................................37
4.2 GLASS..........................................................................................................................................................................37
4.3 GASKETING..................................................................................................................................................................37
4.4 ASH REMOVAL USING THE ASH DRAWER ....................................................................................................................38
4.5 CHIMNEY (FLUE) CLEANING .........................................................................................................................................39
DROLET LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY...................................................................................................40

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Recommended Surface
900 to 1 800 ft2
Heating Capacity* : E.P.A :
Real :
45 000 BTU/h
70 000 BTU/h
Optimum efficiency :
77%
Average emissions (EPA):
6.9 g/hr.
Paint finish :
Metallic black
Flue outlet (spigot) diameter :
6” (152 mm)
Maximum Log Length :
19’’ (483 mm)
Overall dimensions (W x D x H):
25 ¼ ’’ x 28 1\2’’ x 30’’
(642 mm x 724 mm x 762mm)
Firebox dimensions (W x D):
21’’ x 16 3\4’’
(533 mm x 425 mm)
Door opening (W x H) :
17 ½’’ x 5 5\8’’
445 mm x 143 mm
Weight:
374 lbs (171 kg)
OPTIONS
PART NUMBER
Blower kit
AC03095
*Why is the BTU indicated on the EPA label smaller than the one advertised?
You will notice a difference between the BTU output as indicated on the unit’s white EPA label affixed to the glass and the BTU
as advertised on our web site and/or product literature. The maximum BTU output we advertise for this unit is what will be
obtained with a full load of seasoned cordwood inserted inside the firebox. The EPA output, on the other hand, is what has been
obtained during emissions testing. The EPA test procedure requires that a special type ofwood beusedandpositionedinsidethe
firebox in a manner that does not represent the way the firebox volumewouldnormallybeutilized usingseasonedcordwood. The
EPA test load is typically much smaller. Hence, the BTU as per the EPA label is reduced. The BTU output that should be
considered by a normal user is the one we advertise for seasoned cordwood.

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TIPS ON WOOD HEATING
Wood is a renewable energy. It is also a veryclean heat source when used with appliances
that are certified by the U.S.EnvironmentalProtection Agency(EPA), astandard accepted in
Canada as well.
EPA-certified wood stoves are different than conventional wood stoves. Burning with an EPA-
certified wood stove may therefore require that you modify some of your heating habits. To getthe
most satisfaction out of your new wood-heating system, please make sure you go through the
following check list.
The chimney is the engine that drives the wood-heating system. Use a chimney that is UL-
listed, with an inner diameter to match the stove’s outlet collar (6” for all Drolet wood stoves);
Try to run the chimney inside the building for as much length as you can. A tall and warm
chimney will produce a good draft;
Try to install your chimney straight up and avoid 90 degree turns in the flue pipe and offsets
in the chimney;
Make sure that the chimney is tall enough and its top is clear of obstacles so it can produce
a stable draft;
Use a chimney thermometer installed at a distance of approximately 18 inches on the flue
pipe above the stove. Flue gases should reach at least 350oF before you close the stove’s
primary air intake completely. Operate your unit within the comfort zone indicated on the
thermometer;
To reduce the risk of smoke spillage into the room upon reloading your stove, leave the
primary air intake completely open for a fewminutes. This willheatup the chimneyandbuild
up draft before you open the stove door;
Maximize hot air circulation! Our wood stoves are designed to easily receive a variable
speed blower that will improve heat distribution in front of the stove;
Remember that wood stoves produce radiant heat. Since heat rises, the use of floor traps
will greatly improve the heat transfer to rooms upstairs;
Use a mobile home approved stove if you are going to install your wood-heating system in a
mobile home. A fresh air kit must be connected to the stove. Neverinstallyourwood stovein
a bedroom;
Burn only dry cordwood;
Make sure you have a good bed of red coals before you load your stove with logsexceeding
3 inches in diameter;
Read and keep you owner’s manual. It will provide you with tips on how to run a successful
wood-heating system.

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SECTION 1.0 - INSTALLATION
When installed and operated as described in these instructions,theClassicEPAwoodstoveis suitablefor use
as a freestanding wood stove in residential installations. The Classic EPA wood stove is not intended for
installation in a bedroom or a mobile home.
In Canada, the CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment and the CSA
C22.1 Canadian National Electrical Code are to be followed in the absence oflocal code requirements. Inthe
USA, the ANSINFPA 70 National Electrical Code and NFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces,Vents
and Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances are to be followed in the absence of local code requirements.
In addition to the national installation and/or local building codes, fire officials (or other authorities having
jurisdiction) should be contacted to determine what restrictions and installation requirements might apply
locally.
1.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
MIXING OF APPLIANCE OR FLUE SYSTEM COMPONENTS FROM DIFFERENT SOURCES OR MODIFYING THE
DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATION OF COMPONENTS MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS.WHERESUCHACTIONIS
CONSIDERED,THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD BE CONSULTED IN THE FIRST INSTANCE.
DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.
CRACKED AND BROKEN COMPONENTS,e.g. GLASS PANELS OR CERAMIC TILES,MAY RENDER THIS INSTALLATION
UNSAFE.
ASOURCE OF FRESH AIR INTO THE ROOM OR SPACE HEATED SHALL BE PROVIDED WHEN REQUIRED.
CONNECT THE STOVE ONLY TO A LINED MASONRY CHIMNEY CONFORMING TO NATIONAL AND LOCAL BUILDING
CODES FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL,OR TO A LISTED FACTORY BUILT CHIMNEY SUITABLE FOR USEWITHSOLID FUEL.
1.2 POSITIONING THE STOVE
It is very important to position the wood stove in an area that will favour the most efficient heat distribution
throughout the house. The stove should therefore be installed in the room where the most time is spent, and
in the most spacious room possible. Recall that wood stoves produce radiatingheat,theheat wefeel when we
are close to a wood stove. A wood stove also functions by convection, that is through the displacement of hot
air accelerated upwards and its replacement with cooler air at the floor level. The stove’s convection effectis
facilitated by the installation of a blower.

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1.3 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES AND FLOOR PROTECTOR
To install your appliance correctly, it is extremely important to respect all clearances to anycombustibles as
indicated on your stove’s certification label.
Clearances to combustible materials
(See figure 1.3 to match each letter to a clearance)
CLEARANCES (SINGLE WALL PIPE)
CANADA
USA
A
18" (460 mm)
18" (460 mm)
B
18" (460 mm)
18" (460 mm)
C
12" (305 mm)
12" (305 mm)
D
21" (535 mm)
21" (535 mm)
E
28" (715 mm)
28" (715 mm)
F
21" (535 mm)
21" (535 mm)
K
48" (1220 mm)
48" (1220 mm)
L
84" (213 cm)
84" (213 cm)
CLEARANCES (DOUBLE WALL PIPE)
CANADA
USA
A
18" (460 mm)
18" (460 mm)
B
18" (460 mm)
18" (460 mm)
C
12" (305 mm)
12" (305 mm)
D
21" (535 mm)
21" (535 mm)
E
28" (715 mm)
28" (715 mm)
F
21" (535 mm)
21" (535 mm)
K
48" (1220 mm)
48" (1220 mm)
L
84" (213 cm)
84" (213 cm)

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FIGURE 1.3 Clearances to combustible materials and floor protection

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Floor protector
If the stove is to be installed on top of a combustible floor, it must be guarded bya non combustible material
as shown on figure 1.3 (see the dotted line area).
FLOOR PROTECTOR*
CANADA
USA
G
8’’ (205 mm) –Note 1
N/A (Canada only)
H
8’’ (205 mm)
N/A (Canada only)
I
18’’ (460 mm)
From door opening
16’’ (410 mm)
From door opening
J
N/A (USA only)
8’’ (205 mm)
M
8’’ (205 mm)
N/A (Canada only)
N
N/A (USA only)
Note 2
*Steel with a minimum thickness of 0.015’’ (0.38 mm) or ceramic tiles sealed together with grout. No
protection is required if the unit is installed on a non-combustible floor (ex: concrete).
Note 1 : The floor protection at the back of the stove is limited to the stove’s required clearance if such
clearance is smaller than 8 inches (203 mm).
Note 2 : Only required under the horizontal section of the connector. Must exceed each side of the
connector by at least 2 inches (51 mm).
Reduced clearances using shielding
You may decrease the clearances by installing heat radiation shields between the walls or the ceiling and the
stove. These heat radiation shields must be installed permanently, and can include sheet metal, a rigid non-
combustible sheet or a masonry wall.
Clearances of not less than 1" (25 mm) and not more than 3" (76 mm) between the bottom of the shield and
the floor and not less than 3" (76 mm) between the top of the shield and the ceiling must be respectedto allow
vertical air circulation behind the shield. The shield must extend 20" (500 mm) above the stove top and 18"
(450mm) to each side of the stove (see graphic 1).
Following the installation of such a heat radiation shield, the clearances mentioned on thestove certification
plate may be reduced as stated in the following table.

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TYPE OF PROTECTION
Reducing Clearances With
Shielding
Sides and
Rear/Back
Top
Sheet metal, a minimum of 0,024" (0,61mm) spaced out at
least 1" (25mm) by non-combustible spacers (see
graphic 2).
67%
50%
Ceramic tiles, or an equivalent non-combustible material on
fire-proof supports spaced out at least 1" (25 mm) by non-
combustible spacers (see graphic 3).
50%
33%
Ceramic tiles, or an equivalent non-combustible material on
fire-proof supports with a minimum of 0,024" (0,61 mm) sheet
metal backing spaced out at least 1" (25 mm) by non-
combustible spacers (see graphic 4)
67%
50%
Brick spaced out at least 1" (25 mm) by non-combustible
spacers (see graphic 5)
50%
N/A
Brick with a minimum of 0,024" (0,61 mm) sheet metal
backing spaced out at least 1" (25 mm) by non-combustible
spacers (see graphic 6).
67%
N/A

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Graphic 1
A- Minimum clearance required between the appliance and an unshielded combustible ceiling.
B- 20 in. (500 mm) minimum;
C- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum;
D- Between 1 in. and 3 in. (25 mm and 75 mm);
E- 3 in.(75 mm) minimum;
F- 18 in. (457 mm) minimum.
1- Shielding;
2- Non-combustible spacers;
3- Ceiling protector;
4- Combustible wall;
5- Ceiling;
6- Appliance (side view);
7- Appliance (top view).

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Graphic 2
A- 1 in.(25 mm) minimum;
1- Combustible wall;
2- Non-combustible spacers;
3- 0.024’’ (0.61mm) sheet metal.
Graphic 3
A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum;
1- Combustible wall;
2- Non-combustible spacers;
3- Non-combustible support;
4- Ceramic tile or non-combustible material.
Graphic 4
A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum;
1- Combustible wall;
2- Non-combustible spacer;
3- 0.024’’ (0.61 mm) thick sheet metal;
4- Non-combustible support;
5- Ceramic tile or non-combustible material.

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Graphic 5
A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum;
1- Combustible wall;
2- Non-combustible spacers;
3- Brick.
Graphique 6
A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum;
1- Combustible wall;
2- Non-combustible spacers;
3- 0.024’’ (0.61 mm) thick sheet metal;
4- Brick.

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SECTION 2.0 CHIMNEY (FLUE SYSTEM)
2.1 DEFINITIONS
For clarity, the following definitions should be used with respect to these instructions:
A chimney system consists of a connector off the top of the stove, and a chimney, which attaches to
the connector and terminates outside the house.
A chimney can be a masonry chimney (of masonry construction with an inside liner), or a factory
built chimney.
A factory built chimney can be a double walled chimney (two concentric pipes with insulation -
sometimes referred to as an insulated solid pack) or an air cooled chimney (three concentric pipes,
with insulation between the first and second pipes, and air between the second and third pipes).
A single walled connector is a single pipe.
A double walled connector has two concentric pipes, no insulation, and is an air cooled connector.
2.2 CHIMNEY
CAUTION:
DO NOT fill anyframed space around the factory-built chimney with insulationor anyother material.
Insulation placed in this area could cause adjacent combustibles to overheat.
Do not use makeshift compromises during installation as they maybe safety hazards, and a fire could
result.
Do not connect this unit to a chimney system serving another appliance.
Do not cut rafters or ceiling joists without first consulting a building official to ensure structural
integrity is not compromised.
Your wood stove may be hooked up with a factory built or masonry chimney. If you are using a factorybuilt
chimney, it must comply with UL103 (USA) or ULCS629 (Canada) standards. It must therefore be a 6”
(152mm) HT Type (2100°F) chimney. It is extremely important that it be installed according to the
manufacturer's specifications. The manufacturers’ installation instructions and specified clearances should
always be followed in accordancewith local and national installation codes. In Canada the CSAB365 andthe
CSA C22.1 installation codes are to be followed. In the USA the ANSI NFPA 70 and ANSI NFPA 211
installation codes are to be followed.

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If you are using a masonrychimney, it is important that it bebuilt in compliance with the specificationsof the
Building Code. It must be lined with fire claybricks, or claytiles, sealed together with fire cement, or have a
listed solid fuel burning stainless steel liner. Round chimneys are the most efficient.
The interior diameter of the chimney should be identical to the stove's smoke exhaust. A chimney which is
too small may cause draft problems, since it may not have the required volume to properly evacuate the
quantity of smoke resulting from the combustion. A chimney whish is too large may also cause draft
problems. In fact, a largechimneywill be harder to warm-up and maynot reach high enough temperatures to
create a proper draft effect. Note that it is the chimney which creates the draft effect, not your stove.
Your stove's performance is therefore directly dependent on an adequate draft from your chimney.
The following recommendations may be useful for the installation of your chimney:
Do not connect your stove to a chimney serving another appliance.
The chimney must rise above the roof at least 3' (0.9 mm) from the uppermost point of contact. See
Figure 2.2.
The chimneymust exceed anypart of the building or other obstruction within a 10' (3.04 m) distance
by a height of at least 2' (0.6 m). See Figure 2.2.
The minimum overall height of the chimney system, measured from the stove top to the exterior
termination cap of the chimneyshould be at least 12' (3.66m). A chimneywhich is too shortmaylack
the “tunnel effect” required to obtain a proper draft.
Installation of an interior chimneyis always preferableto an exterior chimney. Chimneys constructed
outside of the home on an exterior wall should be avoided if possible, especially in colder climates.
The gas which circulates into an interior chimneywill coolmoreslowly, thusreducingthebuild-upof
creosote and the risk of flue fires.
All else being equal, cooler chimneys will have less draft than hotter ones. This problem will be
amplified if the chimneyis excessivelylong. A chimneywhich is excessivelylongmaybeveryhard to
warm-up due to its higher volume. A cool chimney may even down draft (reverse flow) due to the
difficulty in heating it up to operating temperature while trying to evacuate the stack gases.
If an exterior chimneyis used, the best results will be obtained byusing aconnector verticallyoffthe
unit to the highest possible point before elbowing off horizontally to the exterior chimney. For
efficiency and safety reasons the stove must not be installed with an insulated chimney connected
directly to the appliance.
Using a fire screen at the extremityof the chimneyrequires regular inspection in order to insurethatit
is not obstructed, thus blocking the draft. It should be cleaned when necessary.

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FIGURE 2.2 Minimum Height of the Chimney
2.2.1 Step by step installation of your factory-built chimney
The way to install your chimney may vary from one chimney manufacturer to another. The
instructions contained in this manual are based on the recommendations of chimneymanufacturers
whose products are sold at many North American retailers of wood stoves and related heating
accessories.
Wall support system
If your chimney must rise along an outside wall, you need to connect it to your stove through an
adjacent wall. For this type of installation, the following items are normally required :
Chimney
Suitable lengths of chimney (enough to go up to your roof)
An adjustable wall support
A wall thimble
An adequate number of wall bands (one for every 8 feet of chimney, excluding the roof
portion)
A stove pipe adapter
One insulated tee & plug
A roof flashing kit (if necessary)
A chimney cap.
Roof guys (if required)
Stove pipe
An adequate number of stove pipe sections.
A 90o elbow

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Typical installation through the wall
FIGURE 2.2.1 (A) Typical installation through the wall
1- Start by positioning your stove where you would like it to go, taking into account the minimum
clearancestocombustiblematerial. Youwillthenbeabletodeterminewherethechimneywill
pass through the wall. You will probably have to adjust the stove position slightly to ensure
that your chimney will run between the studs. You can use a stud finder to locate the studs.
Use a spoke saw orjig saw to cut a hole, remembering that you need to maintain aclearance
of 2 inches between the chimney and any combustible materials. For concrete walls, cut a
hole slightly larger than the outer diameter of the chimney.

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2- Once the opening completed, you need to frame in the area to allow for the installation of a
wall thimble. A wall thimble is not required for installations through concrete walls.
3- You must first secure the wall thimble into the exteriorwall surface.Then, do the same inside
and fasten the trim plate.
4- Then,fromoutsidethebuilding, slide a short chimneylength(attachedtothetee)throughthe
wallthimble.Thechimneymustextendatleast3inchesintothelivingspacewhereitattaches
to the stove pipe.

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5- Youcannowinstallthewallsupport. Simplyslidethewallsupport uptothetee,ensuringthat
the adapteron the support engages with the female coupler on the bottom of the tee. When
thewallsupport islevelandproperlypositioned,youcanuselagboltstosecureitintothewall
studs. TO complete the installation, install an insulated tee plug below the wall support.
6- You can start to add chimney sections. We recommend that you also use locking bands to
secure all connections. You will need to secure the chimney to the house using wall bands.
Wall bands wrap around the chimney and then attach to the wall. Install the first one 3 feet
above the wall support. Then, you willneed another band for each 8 feet of chimney. Note:
if your chimney must be installed through your soffit, install a roof flashing above and
finishing plate below where the roof is cut. Consult the following section called
“CEILING SUPPORT SYSTEM” for more details.
7- Authoritiesrequire thatthechimneyextendnotlessthan3feetabovethehighestpointwhere
it passes through the roof of a building and not less than 2 feet above any portion of the
building within10 feet. If the chimneyextends morethan 5 feetabovethe roof deck,roof guys
with telescoping legs and draw bands are required.