Napoleon NZ-26 User manual

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INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE.
CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.5A
Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON, L4M 4Y8 Canada /
103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.napoleonfireplaces.com • [email protected]
SAFETY INFORMATION
!WARNING
If the information in these instructions are not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
Please read entire manual before you install and use your
heater.
This heater has not been tested with an unvented gas log set.
To reduce risk of fire or injury, do not install an unvented gas
log set into the heater.
- This heater can be very hot when burning.
- Combustible materials such as firewood, wet clothing, etc.
placed too close can catch fire.
- Children and pets must be kept from touching the heater when
it is hot.
- The chimney must be sound and free of cracks. Before
installing this unit, contact the local building or fire authority
and follow their guidelines.
- Operate only with the doors tightly closed.
- Burn wood behind the log retainer directly on the firebricks.
- Do not use an elevated grate or otherwise raise the fire.
- This heater is designed to burn natural wood only. Higher
efficiencies and lower emissions generally result when burning
air dried seasoned hardwoods, as compared to softwoods or to
green or freshly cut hardwoods.
- Do not start a fire with chemicals or fluids such as gasoline,
engine oil, etc.
- Do not burn treated wood, coal, charcoal, coloured paper,
cardboard, solvents or garbage.
- Do not let the heater become hot enough for any part to glow
red.
$10.00
THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN TESTEDAND LISTED BY INTERTEK TESTING SERVICES TO STANDARDS: CAN/ULC S610, UL 127, FOR ZERO CLEARANCE FIREPLACES,AND TO ULC S639
FOR STEEL LINERASSEMBLIES FOR SOLID FUELBURNING MASONRY FIREPLACES. CERTIFIED UNDER USAENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTIONAGENCY (E.P.A.) JULY 1990 AND THE
OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (D.E.Q.) PARTICULATE EMISSION STANDARDS
NZ-26

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1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 3
2.0 INTRODUCTION 4
2.1 DIMENSIONS 5
2.2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 5
2.3 GENERAL INFORMATION 6
2.3.1 EPA COMPLIANCE 7
2.4 RATING PLATE INFORMATION 7
2.5 HI-EFFICIENCY HEATING 8
3.0 INSTALLATION PLANNING 10
3.1 LOCATION AND CLEARANCES 10
3.2 OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR 11
3.3 HEARTH EXTENSION 11
4.0 INSTALLATION 12
4.1 CHIMNEY 12
4.2 ADDING CHIMNEY SECTIONS 14
4.3 OFFSETCHIMNEY INSTALLATION 15
4.4 INSTALLING FLASHINGAND STORM COLLAR 16
4.5 TYPICALEXISTING MASONRY 16
5.0 FRAMING 17
5.1 MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES 18
5.2 MINIMUM ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES 19
5.3 MINIMUM MANTEL CLEARANCES 21
6.0 FINISHING 22
6.1 DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION 22
6.2 TOP FIREBOXAND BAFFLE INSTALLATION 22
6.3 LOGO INSTALLATION 25
7.0 OPTIONAL INSTALLATION 26
7.1 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION 26
7.2 COMBUSTION AIR CONTROL 27
8.0 OPERATION 28
8.1 OPERATING SOUNDS AND SMELLS 28
8.2 AIR CONTROL 28
8.3 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS AND SMOKE DETECTORS 29
8.4 FUEL 29
8.5 LIGHTING THE FIRE 30
8.5.1 OVERNIGHT BURN 32
8.5.2 FLASH FIRES 33
8.5.3 EXTENDED FIRE 33
8.6 SMOKING 33
8.7 RE-LOADING THE APPLIANCE 33
9.0 MAINTENANCE 34
9.1 ASH REMOVAL PROCEDURES 34
9.2 CREOSOTE FORMATION AND REMOVAL 34
9.3 RUN-AWAY OR CHIMNEY FIRE 35
9.4 CHIMNEY CLEANING 35
9.5 GLASS REPLACEMENT 35
9.6 CARE OF GLASS 36
9.7 CARE OF PLATED PARTS 36
9.8 GASKET / BAFFLE REPLACEMENT 36
9.9 WOOD 37
10.0 REPLACEMENTS 38
11.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 40
12.0 WARRANTY 41
13.0 SERVICE HISTORY 42
TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTE: Changes, other than editorial, are denoted by a vertical line in the margin.

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1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
THIS APPLIANCE AND ITS COMPONENTS ARE DESIGNED TO BE INSTALLED AND OPERATED AS A
SYSTEM. ANY ALTERATION TO OR SUBSTITUTION FOR ITEMS IN THIS SYSTEM, UNLESS ALLOWED
BY THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, WILL VOID THE WARNOCK HERSEY LISTING AND MAY
VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY. IT MAY ALSO CREATE A HAZARDOUS INSTALLATION. READ
THROUGH THESE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE STARTING YOUR INSTALLATION AND
FOLLOW THEM CAREFULLY THROUGHOUT YOUR PROJECT.
See the section “MANTEL
CLEARANCES”
Side
Wall
See the
section
“FRAMING”
See the sections
“LOCATION AND
CLEARANCES” for
drywall (or other
combustible material)
See the section
“INSTALLATION /
FRAMING”
See the section
“CHIMNEY
INSTALLATION”
Non-combustible material see
the section “FINISHING”
Rating Plate, see
“Rating plate
information”
section.

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3.5
!
WARNING
• THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN OPERATED AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF CONTACTED.
• Do not operate appliance before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate appliance
according to operating instructions could cause fire or injury.
• Risk of burns. The appliance should be turned off and cooled before servicing.
• Do not operate without fully assembling all components.
• Do not install damaged, incomplete or substitute components.
• Risk of cuts and abrasions. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal edges
may be sharp.
• Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance. Toddlers,
young children and others may be susceptible to accidental contact burns.Aphysical barrier is recommended if
there are at risk individuals in the house. To restrict access to an appliance or stove, install an adjustable safety
gate to keep toddlers, young children and other at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot surfaces.
• Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
• Ensure you have incorporated adequate safety measure to protect infants/toddlers from touching hot surfaces.
• Even after the appliance is out, the glass and/or screen will remain hot for an extended period of time.
• Check with your local hearth specialty dealer for safety screens and hearth guards to protect children from hot
surfaces. These screens and guards must be fastened to the floor.
• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.
• It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in the appli-
ance and venting system are kept clean. The appliance and its venting system should be inspected before use
and at least annually by a qualified service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive
lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. The appliance area must be kept clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
• Under no circumstances should this appliance be modified.
• Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under
water.
• Do not operate the appliance with the glass door removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass
should be done by a licensed or qualified service person.
• Do not strike or slam shut the appliance glass door.
• Only doors / optional fronts certified with the unit are to be installed on the appliance.
• Keep the packaging material out of reach of children and dispose of the material in a safe manner. As with all
plastic bags, these are not toys and should be kept away from children and infants.
• If the appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. Do not expose the appliance to the elements
(ex. rain, etc.) and keep the appliance dry at all times. Wet insulation will produce an odour when the appliance
is used.
• The chimney must be sound and free of cracks. Clean your chimney a minimum of twice a year and as re-
quired.
• The appliance is designed to burn natural wood only. Do not burn treated wood, coal, charcoal, coloured paper,
cardboard, solvents or garbage. This appliance has not been tested with an unvented gas log set.To reduce
risk of fire or injury, do not install an unvented gas log set into the appliance.
• Do not start a fire with chemicals or fluids such as gasoline, engine oil, etc.
• Operate only with the doors tightly closed.
• Do not let the appliance become hot enough for any part to glow red.
• Higher efficiencies and lower emissions generally result when burning air dried seasoned hardwoods, as com-
pared to softwoods or too green or freshly cut hardwoods. Burning wet unseasoned wood can cause excessive
creosote accumulation. When ignited it can cause a chimney fire that may result in a serious house fire.
• Burn wood behind the log retainer directly on the firebricks. Do not use elevated grate or otherwise raise the
fire.
• Do not store the wood within appliance installation clearances or within the space required for re-fueling and
ash removal.
• Your appliance requires periodic maintenance and cleaning. Failure to maintain your appliance may lead to
smoke spillage in your home.
2.0 INTRODUCTION

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2.1 DIMENSIONS
2.2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE INSTALLING THIS APPLIANCE, CONTACT THE LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE AUTHORITY AND
FOLLOW THEIR GUIDELINES.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER. FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION
DIRECTIONS. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT FULLY ASSEMBLING ALL COMPONENTS.
IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT.
DO NOT EXPOSE THE APPLIANCE TO THE ELEMENTS (EX. RAIN, ETC.) AND KEEP THE APPLIANCE
DRY AT ALL TIMES. WET INSULATION WILL PRODUCE AN ODOUR WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS USED.
THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN OPERATED AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF CONTACTED.
CHILDREN AND PETS MUST BE KEPT FROM TOUCHING THE APPLIANCE WHEN IT IS HOT.
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED DEALER / DISTRIBUTOR FOR SAFETY SCREENS THAT MAY
BE AVAILABLE FOR THIS PRODUCT.
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL SUCH AS FIREWOOD, WET CLOTHING, ETC. PLACED TOO CLOSE CAN
CATCH FIRE. OBJECTS PLACED IN FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE MUST BE KEPT A MINIMUM OF 48"
FROM THE FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE.
ALL WIRING SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AND SHALL BE IN COMPLIANCE
WITH LOCAL CODES AND WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE ANSI/NF NO. 70-CURRENT (IN THE
UNITED STATES), OR WITH THE CURRENT CSA C22.1 CANADIAN ELECTRIC CODE (IN CANADA).
44 1/2"
39 1/2"
24 3/4"
25 1/2"
38 1/4"
12"17 1/2"
19 1/2"
3 1/2" 5 1/2"
29 1/2"
32 1/2"
AIR INLET IS ON
THE LEFT SIDE
14"

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2.3 GENERAL INFORMATION
The chimney vent system used on your wood burning appliance should be
designed with the least amount of restriction possible to enable the exhaust
products to easily flow through it. Chimney vent systems that are too short
or too long can also have an adverse affect on the flow of exhaust through
it. The wood burning appliance and chimney vent system also require a
sufficient supply of combustion air not only to support the combustion in
the combustion chamber but to replace the exhaust leaving it so it can flow
freely up through the vent system and out into the atmosphere. It is the
correct balance of combustion air and the chimney vent system that will
ensure the appliance provides you with its optimum performance.
This is the most efficient, simple and trouble free wood burning system
we know of and works as follows:
Primary combustion air enters through the air control inlet box regulated by a draft control, travels up the side
through a duct and enters the top centre of the combustion chamber into a preheating airwash located across
the top and then down the window to feed the fire and also to ensure that the glass remains clean.
Secondary air feeds directly into the combustion chamber at hearth level through the log retainer and also
through inlets located at the bottom back corners of the combustion chamber. This air travels up the riser to the
four secondary air tubes located at the top and shoots out laterally to oxidize the gases rising to the smoke exit.
The combustion chamber is lined with high-temperature firebrick on all sides, and across the bottom to
maintain a high temperature in the combustion chamber so that gases mixing with the preheated air from the
secondary air tubes are easily ignited and burned. The appliance sides and back permit a zero clearance
installation and direct the heat upwards and forwards into the room. Be sure to provide sufficient combustion
air. There are many other appliances in your home competing for air such as a kitchen range hood, forced air
heating devices or a bathroom exhaust fan.
If the outside air feature is utilized, you will never experience a shortage of combustion air. If you choose not to
utilize outside air and experience draft or smoking problems, you may need to open a door or window.
After extended periods of non-operation such as following a vacation or a warm weather season, the appliance
may emit a slight odour for a few hours. This is caused by dust particles on the firebox burning off. Open a
window to sufficiently ventilate the room.
All venting connections must be in compliance with the chimney manufacturers installation instructions.
Clearances referred to throughout this manual are the minimum requirements.
Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cooling down cycles are normal and to be expected.
It is recommended that in all cases, the appliance be secured to the floor. Use the pallet packing brackets to
accomplish this.
Mobile home installation requires that the appliance be secured to the floor. It is recommended that in all
cases, the appliance be secured to the floor. Use the pallet packing brackets to accomplish this.
!
WARNING
DO NOT USE MAKESHIFT COMPROMISES DURING INSTALLATION.
DO NOT BLOCK OR RESTRICT AIR, GRILLE OR LOUVRE OPENINGS.
DO NOT ADD A HOOD.
BURNING YOUR APPLIANCE WITH THE DOOR OPEN OR AJAR CREATES A FIRE HAZARD THAT
MAY RESULT IN A HOUSE AND/OR CHIMNEY FIRE.

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CALIFORNIA PROP 65 WARNING:
Use of this product may produce smoke which contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Your appliance must be installed in accordance with
all national and local building code standards and the
standard of Chimney andAppliances, Vents and Solid
Fuel BurningAppliances NFPA#211. Consult the authority having jurisdiction (such as municipal building
department, fire department, fire prevention bureau, etc.) to determine the need to obtain a permit. If you are in
doubt about the proper installation for your situation, contact your dealer or local building or fire official. The
manufacturer does not guarantee that this appliance and its options will completely heat your entire home.
2.3.1 EPA COMPLIANCE
2.4 RATING PLATE INFORMATION
LISTED FACTORY-BUILT FIREPLACE
TESTED TO: ULC S610, UL127.
REFER TO FIREPLACE AND CHIMNEY MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS AND BUILDING CODE FOR SAFE INSTALLATIONAND OPERATION. DO NOT OBSTRUCT COMBUSTION AIR
INLET. OPERATE ONLY WITH VIEWING DOOR CLOSED AND LATCHED. OPERATE ONLY WITH FIREBRICK IN PLACE. MODEL NZ-26 ONLY: SUITABLE FOR INSTALLATION IN AMOBILE
HOME (USA ONLY)
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES (BOTH UNITS)
"A": MINIMUM OUTLETAREA (PER CHANNEL) 324SQ CM (50"SQ)
"B": DO NOT BLOCK GRILLS
"C": SIDEWALL 533MM (21")
"D" 305MM (12")
"E" 152MM (6")
NZ-26 ONLY:
FRAMING MATERIALS: TOP, SIDES AND BACK: PER STAND-OFF SPACERS.
FINISHING MATERIALS: SEE INSTALLATION MANUAL.
NZ-26WI ONLY:
FRAMING MATERIALS: BACK: PER STAND-OFF SPACER. TOP & SIDES: SEE INSTALLATION MANUAL.
FINISHING MATERIALS: SEE INSTALLATION MANUAL.
BASE OF UNIT TO CEILING: NZ-26 NZ-26WI
VENTED ENCLOSURE: 1,828MM (72”) 2,133MM (84”)
NON-VENTED ENCLOSURE: 2,133MM (84”) N/A
A 51MM (2") WIDE MANTLE MUSTBE LOCATED MINIMUM 610MM (24") ABOVE FIREPLACE DOOR. (SEE INSTALLATION MANUAL)
CHIMNEY: 51MM (2") (SEE MANUFACTURERS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS)
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS MUST NOT BE PLACED ON THE BLACK PAINTED FACE OF THE UNIT.
ADJACENT SIDEWALLMAY BE PLACED AT A45° ANGLE FROM FRONT EDGE OF FIREPLACE.
THIS UNIT MAY BE INSTALLED TO ULC S639, LISTED STEEL LINER ASSEMBLIES FOR SOLID FUEL BURNING MASONRY
FIREPLACES.
COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR MUST BE PROTECTED BY 9.5MM (3/8") MIN. THICK MILLBOARD OR EQUIVALENT TOADISTANCEAT THE
FRONT OF 457MM (18")AND AT THE SIDE OF THE FIREPLACE OPENING OF 203MM (8"}.
FOR USE WITH SOLID WOOD FUEL ONLY. DO NOT OVERFIRE.
REPLACE GLASS WITH CERAMIC GLASS ONLY.
THIS UNIT NEEDS AIR FOR PROPER OPERATION AND MUST BE INSTALLED SO THERE ARE PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE
COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR.
HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. DO NOT TOUCH. KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING, AND FURNITURE AWAY.
CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS.
CAUTION:
A A
C
D
E
CEILING / PLAFOND
S/W / M/L
NZ-26
B
B
CHIMNEY REQUIREMENTS: (SEE INSTALLATION MANUAL)
CHIMNEYMUST BECERTIFIEDTOONE OFTHE FOLLOWING STANDARDS ULCS604,
ULC S610 OR ULC S629 FOR CANADA OR UL 103HT OR UL 127 FOR THE UNITED
STATES.
MASONRY CHIMNEY INSTALLATION:
STAINLESS STEELLINER MUSTBE CERTIFIEDTO ULCS640 ORULC639 FOR CANADA
OR UL 1777 FOR THE UNITED STATES. US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTIONAGENCY
CERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH JULY 1992 PARTICULATE EMISSION STANDARD.
OPTIONAL COMPONENTS:
OUTSIDE AIR KIT: 111KT
FAN KIT: NZ62
THERMOSTATIC COMBUSTIONAIR CONTROL: NZ690KT
CENTRAL HEATING KIT: NZ62CH
HOT AIR GRAVITY VENTS: NZ220
HOTAIR DISTRIBUTION KIT : GA-566
MADE IN CANADA BY
WOLF STEEL LTD BARRIE ONTARIO, CANADA NZ26
SERIAL NO. / NO.DE SERIE:
DATE CODE / DE DATE
W385-0354
A
C
D
E
CEILING / PLAFOND
S/W / M/L
NZ-26WI
B
B
Reference # 15122
SAMPLE
SAMPLE
AND OPERATION. DO NOT OBSTRUND OPERATION. DO NOT OBSTRU
DEL NZ-26 ONLY: SUITABLE FOR INSTALL
26 ONLY: SUITABLE FOR INSTALL
ON MANUAL.UAL.
WII
33MM (84”)MM (84”)
N/A
OVE FIREPLACE DOOR. (SEE INSTALLATIOOVE FIREPLACE DOOR. (SEE INSTALLATIO
CTIONS)TIONS)
PAINTED FACE OF THE UNIT.PAINTED FACE OF TH
RONT EDGE OF FIREPLACE.T EDGE OF FIREPLACE.
EEL LINER ASSEMBLIES FOR SOLID FUER ASSEMBLIES FOR SOLID F
M (3/8") MIN. THICK MILLBOARD OR EQUIVM (3/8") MIN. THICK MILLBOARD OR EQUIV
REPLACE OPENING OF 203MM (8"}.REPLACE OPENING OF 203MM (8"}.
T OVERFIRE.T OVERFIRE.
Y.
ERATION AND MUST BE INSTALLED SO T
ATION AND MUST BE INSTALLED SO
AIR.
CHILDREN, CLOTHING,CHILDREN, CLOTHING,
C
HIMNEY RE
Q
UIREMENT
S
:
CHIMNEY REQUIREMENTS:
(SEE IN(SEE I
CHIMNEYMUST BECERTIFIEDCHIMNEYMUST BECERTIFIED
ULC S610 OR ULC S629 FOC S610 OR ULC S629 FO
S
TATE
S
.
STATES.
MASONRY CHIMNEY INMASONRY CHIMNEY I
STAINLESS STEELLSTAINLESS STEEL
OR UL 1777 FOROR UL 1777 FOR
CERTIFIEDTO
OPTIONAL
OUTSID
FANFA
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This illustration is for reference only. Refer to the rating plate on the appliance for accurate information.

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FIVE OPTIONS:
To operate this hi-efficiency appliance as a basic system, the blower is not required, however, to enhance its
efficiency a blower is recommended.
A BLOWER KIT (NZ62):
This blower is installed in the bottom of the appliance and used to direct the heat into the room where the
appliance is located. The blower is controlled, by a variable speed switch, located inside the appliance.
A THERMOSTATIC AIR CONTROL (NZ690KT):
This may be used for constant heat, complete with automatic damper and thermostat, wall mounted in the
room containing the appliance, and at least 10 feet (minimum) from the appliance.
A HOT AIR GRAVITY VENT SYSTEM (NZ220):
This may be used to distribute heat to an adjoining room (located either above, or beside the room containing
the appliance) by way of vents, eliminating the need of an additional blower. While this system may be used in
conjunction with the optional blowers, it could reduce the flow of hot air being distributed to additional rooms.
It must be experimented with and the dampers adjusted manually to suit your requirements. This may take a
few attempts; thereafter adjustments should no longer be required as is normally experienced with your central
heating system registers.
NOTE: The heat shield cover plate must be removed before installing the gravity vent. The hot air
vent must be installed in an upward direction! NEVER install in a downward direction. The hot air
gravity vent system is not to be connected to a
central heating system (for this application use the
NZ62CH). This option may not be used in mobile
homes.
No more than two hot air gravity vents can be installed
to appliance. Individual vent runs are not to exceed 10
feet. All hot air gravity vents must be insulated.
A central heating system (NZ62CH):
This may be used to heat rooms up to 50 feet from the appliance. A
wall mounted thermostat located in the room to be heated controls the
blower supplying warm air from the room containing the appliance.
If a hot air duct system exists, the central heat blower may safely be
tied into this system to reduce the amount of new ducting required.
Consult with a heating specialist to ensure a proper duct layout for
your home. If the NZ62CH is installed at the bottom of the appliance, it
could introduce a cool draft into the room that the appliance is installed
in.
When attached to the top or sides of the appliance, it
provides a higher heat output. This option may not be used
in mobile homes.
A HOT AIR DISTRIBUTION KIT (GA-566):
This may be used to distribute warm air from the appliance
base (only) into a separate location in the home.
These options may be incorporated with one another. If the
optional blowers are to be installed, make provision during
framing to route a 110 volt power line to the appliance.
Detailed installation instructions are included with each
venting kit.
2.5 HI-EFFICIENCY HEATING
APPLIANCE
APPLIANCE
TOP
TOP
HEAT SHIELD COVER PLATE
HEAT SHIELD COVER PLATE
ATTIC
BLOWER
LOCATION
OPTIONS

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NO
DUCTING GRAVITY VENT
OPTION (1 DUCT) GRAVITY VENT
OPTION (2 DUCTS)
CENTRAL HEATING
BOTTOM CENTRAL HEATING &
GRAVITY VENT OPTION
SIDES
GRAVITY VENT OPTION
CENTRAL HEATING
CENTRAL HEATING
MASONRY APPLICATION ONLY
*
*

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3.0 INSTALLATION PLANNING
68.3A
!
WARNING
WEAR GLOVES AND SAFETY GLASSES FOR PROTECTION.
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSEMBLY OF THE PIPE AND OTHER PARTS
NEEDED TO INSTALL THE APPLIANCE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN A FIRE, ESPECIALLY IF
COMBUSTIBLES ARE TOO CLOSE TO THE APPLIANCE OR CHIMNEY AND AIR SPACES ARE
BLOCKED, PREVENTING THE FREE MOVEMENT OF COOLING AIR.
DO NOT DRAW OUTSIDE AIR FROM GARAGE SPACES. EXHAUST PRODUCTS OF GASOLINE ENGINES ARE
HAZARDOUS.
DO NOT INSTALL OUTSIDE AIR DUCTS SUCH THAT THE AIR MAY BE DRAWN FROM ATTIC SPACES, BASEMENTS
OR ABOVE THE ROOFING WHERE OTHER HEATING APPLIANCES OR FANS AND CHIMNEYS EXHAUST OR UTILIZE
AIR. THESE PRECAUTIONS WILL REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF APPLIANCE SMOKING OR AIR FLOW REVERSAL.
THE OUTSIDE AIR INLET MUST REMAIN CLEAR OF LEAVES, DEBRIS ICE AND/OR SNOW. IT MUST BE UNRE-
STRICTED WHILE APPLIANCE IS IN USE TO PREVENT ROOM AIR STARVATION WHICH CAN CAUSE SMOKE SPILL-
AGE AND AN INABILITY TO MAINTAIN A FIRE. SMOKE SPILLAGE CAN ALSO SET OFF SMOKE ALARMS.
NEGATIVE PRESSURE WITHIN YOUR HOME MAY INADVERTENTLY AFFECT YOUR APPLIANCE.
TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH SAGGING OR LOOSE INSULATION, THE APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE INSTALLED
AGAINST VAPOUR BARRIERS OR EXPOSED INSULATION. LOCALIZED OVERHEATING COULD OCCUR AND A FIRE
COULD RESULT.
DO NOT USE MAKESHIFT COMPROMISES DURING INSTALLATION. DO NOT BLOCK OR RESTRICT AIR, GRILLE OR
LOUVRE OPENINGS. DO NOT ADD A HOOD.
KEEP HAND TOOLS IN GOOD CONDITION, SHARPEN CUTTING EDGES AND MAKE SURE TOOL HANDLES ARE
SECURE.
ALWAYS MAINTAIN THE MINIMUM AIR SPACE REQUIRED TO THE ENCLOSURE TO PREVENT FIRES.
3.1 LOCATION AND CLEARANCES
Do not build shelves or cupboards into the area above the appliance.
While the appliance can be installed directly on the floor, a non-combustible hearth extension is required in
front of the appliance, that must not be built higher than the bottom of the appliance to avoid air flow blockage.
It may therefore be advisable to build the appliance on a raised platform. The minimum distance between the
edge of the appliance and any adjacent wall, at right angles to it, is 21". A wall projecting at 45° from the outer
edge of the appliance is allowed; projections into this area are permitted. Do not install into any area having
a height less than 7 feet (ceiling to appliance base, excluding hearth height). See "FRAMING" section. The
location of windows, doors and the traffic flow in the room where the appliance is to be located should be
considered. If possible, you should choose a location where the chimney will pass through the house without
cutting a floor or roof joist.
For minimum clearance to combustibles, see "FRAMING" section.
DO NOT INSTALL INTO ANY AREA HAVING A HEIGHT LESS THAN 7 FEET (CEILING OF ENCLOSURE TO
APPLIANCE BOTTOM, EXCLUDING HEARTH HEIGHT).

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3.2 OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR
Model NZ-26 has the option of taking outside air directly
into the appliance through the opening on the left hand
side or taking inside air through the lower front louvres
or a combination of both.
If the optional fresh air kit (available through your
authorized dealer) is installed, it must not draw air from
the attic or garage. It may only come from outside the
house. The maximum length of the 4" air duct is 20 feet;
thereafter enlarge the duct to a 6" diameter.
Decide on the most convenient location for the fresh air inlet duct and hood which may be installed above or
below floor level.
Make a 5" hole in an outside wall of the house. From outside, place the fresh air hood into the hole, open side
down.
At each end, carefully pull back the insulation sleeve exposing the flexible duct. Place the insulated flexible
duct over the fresh air hood and over the appliance outside air connector. Carefully push the insulation sleeve
back over the duct. Using the clamps, fasten the insulated duct into place on both sides.
For outside air only, re-install the inside air cover plate to cover the control box inside air opening. See
"COMBUSTION AIR CONTROL" section.
3.3 HEARTH EXTENSION
HEARTH EXTENSIONS ARE TO BE INSTALLED ONLY AS DESCRIBED TO PREVENT HIGH
TEMPERATURES FROM OCCURRING ON CONCEALED COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. HEARTH
EMBER STRIPS PREVENT BURNING OR HOT PARTICLES FROM INADVERTENTLY FALLING
DIRECTLY ON COMBUSTIBLE SURFACES IN THE EVENT THE BUILDING SHOULD SETTLE AND
DISTURB THE ORIGINAL CONSTRUCTION.
An acceptable 16" x 50" non-combustible (i.e.: brick, stone or ceramic tile) hearth extension must be installed.
Ensure that the gap between the appliance and a factory-built hearth extension is sealed with sand/cement
grout or covered with a metal strip (or both) to prevent sparks and embers from falling into this area. A raised
hearth together with the appliance built on a raised platform is recommended for easier wood loading and fire
viewing.

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4.0 INSTALLATION
This appliance was tested to CAN/ULC S610 and UL 127 Factory Built Fireplace Standards. This appliance has
met the test criteria for Zero Clearance Installation to Combustible Surfaces and Certified to burn firewood only.
A
ny 6” diameter chimney listed to these standards may be installed. In accordance with these standards, the
appliance may also be connected to any chimney listed to CAN/ULC-S604 and CAN/ULC-S629 for Canada or
UL-103HT for the United states.
Installation of all types of factory-built chimney systems is to be in accor-
dance with the chimney manufacturers installation instructions. An appropri-
ate chimney manufacturers anchor base plate and anchor base plate gasket
is required in order to initiate their system. Use the high temperature gasket,
supplied, to seal between the anchor plate and the appliance top. Air cooled
chimney systems are not recommended in colder climates.
Complete installation instructions for Selkirk Ultra Temp Chimney for Canada
and Ultra Temp Platinum Chimney for USA, refer to: www.selkirkinc.com/prod-
ucts/chimney.aspx
A
chimney venting the appliance shall not vent any other appliance. The minimum overall chimney height from
the top of the appliance is 11 feet. The maximum overall chimney height from the top of the appliance is 34 feet.
ANCHOR PLATE
ANCHOR PLATE GASKET
APPLIANCE TOP
ANCHOR PLATE FOR A
FACTORY BUILT CHIMNEY
!
WARNING
ALL VENTING CONNECTIONS MUST BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE CHIMNEY MANUFACTURERS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
4.1 CHIMNEY
!
WARNING
NEVER INSTALL A SINGLE WALL SLIP SECTION OR SMOKE PIPE IN A CHASE STRUCTURE.
THE HIGHER TEMPERATURE OF THIS SINGLE WALL PIPE MAY RADIATE SUFFICIENT HEAT TO
COMBUSTIBLE CHASE MATERIALS TO CAUSE A FIRE.
DO NOT CONNECT THIS APPLIANCE TO A CHIMNEY SYSTEM SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
TO AVOID DANGER OF FIRE, ALL INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE STRICTLY FOLLOWED, INCLUDING
THE PROVISION OF AIR SPACE CLEARANCE BETWEEN CHIMNEY SYSTEM AND ENCLOSURE. TO
PROTECT AGAINST THE EFFECTS OF CORROSION ON THOSE PARTS EXPOSED TO THE WEATHER,
WE RECOMMEND THAT THE CHASE TOP BE PAINTED WITH A RUST-RESISTANT PAINT.
DO NOT FILL ANY FRAMED SPACE AROUND THE CHIMNEY WITH INSULATION OR ANY OTHER
MATERIAL. INSULATION PLACED IN THIS AREA COULD CAUSE ADJACENT COMBUSTIBLES TO
OVERHEAT.
MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 2" AIR CLEARANCE TO ALL PARTS OF THE CHIMNEY SYSTEM AT ALL TIMES.
FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THIS 2" AIR CLEARANCE WILL CAUSE A STRUCTURE FIRE. NEVER FILL
THIS SPACE WITH ANY TYPE OF MATERIAL.
DO NOT CUT RAFTERS OR CEILING JOISTS WITHOUT FIRST CONSULTING A BUILDING OFFICIAL TO
ENSURE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY IS NOT COMPROMISED.
FIRESTOP SPACERS MUST BE USED WHENEVER THE CHIMNEY PENETRATES A CEILING/FLOOR
AREA.
THE TOTAL HORIZONTAL VENT LENGTH SHOULD NOT EXCEED 40% OF THE CHIMNEY HEIGHT
ABOVE THE STOVE. ALL HORIZONTAL SMOKE PIPE MUST SLOPE SLIGHTLY UPWARDS A MINIMUM
OF 1/4” PER FOOT AND ALL CONNECTIONS MUST BE TIGHT AND SECURED BY THREE SHEET
METAL SCREWS EQUALLY SPACED. AN UNINSULATED SMOKE PIPE SHALL NOT PASS THROUGH
AN ATTIC, ROOF SPACE, CLOSET OR SIMILAR CONCEALED SPACE, OR THROUGH A FLOOR,
CEILING, WALL OR PARTITION, OR ANY COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTIONS.
DO NOT USE ANY MAKESHIFT MATERIALS DURING INSTALLATION.

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* The first flue offset closest to the top of the appliance must be a minimum distance of 12” from the
top of the appliance.
1. Move the appliance into position. Try to center the exhaust flue of the appliance,
midpoint between two joists to prevent having to cut them. Use a plumb bob to
line up the centre.
2. Cut and frame an opening in the ceiling to provide a
minimum clearance of 2” between the outside of the
chimney and any combustible material. DO NOT FILL
THIS SPACE WITH ANY TYPE OF MATERIAL! Nail
headers between the joists for extra support. Firestop
spacers must be placed on each framed opening in
any floor or ceiling that the chimney passes through.
3. Hold a plumb bob from the underside of the roof
to determine where the opening in the roof should
be. Cut and frame the roof opening maintaining
proper 2” clearances.
NOTE: 30° or 45° offsets may be installed back to
back.
63.1_2B
11 FT
MINIMUM
34 FT
MAXIMUM
11 FT
MINIMUM
34 FT
MAXIMUM
11 FT
MINIMUM
34 FT
MAXIMUM
**
2"
Min 2"
Min
2"
Min
2"
Min
TypicalRoofJoist
Framing
Typical Joist Framing
STRAIGHT CHIMNEY SINGLE OFFSET
CHIMNEY DOUBLE OFFSET CHIMNEY
HEADERS
FIRESTOP SPACER -
UNDERSIDE OF JOIST
Factory-built chimney systems for use in dwellings constructed for three or more families must be enclosed
above the room in which the appliance is located. This enclosure must have a fire resistance rating equal to or
greater than that of the floor or roof assembly through which they pass.
The chimney should not be built with an offset angle in excess of 45° in Canada and 30° in USA.
Ensure that minimum clearances are maintained.
Portions of the chimney that extend through accessible spaces must always be encased to avoid personal
contact with the chimney and thereby avoid damage to the chimney.
The chimney must be supported at a maximum of 20 foot intervals (approx. 200 lbs/20 FT).
63.4

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4.2 ADDING CHIMNEY SECTIONS
A
dd chimney sections, securely, to the required height.
If the chimney system is enclosed within the attic area, a rafter
radiation shield is required.
The chimney must extend at least 3 feet above its point of
contact with the roof and at least 2 feet higher than any wall,
roof or building within 10 feet.
If the chimney extends more than 5 feet above the roof, it must
be secured using a roof brace or guide wires.
A
raincap must be installed to avoid internal damage and
corrosion.
Floor, Ceiling
Joist
LIVINGSPACE
Framed
Enclosure
2” (50mm)
clearance from
chimney to
combustible wall
Chimney Lengths
CeilingJoist
Chimney must be
totally enclosed
when passing
through living space
with a minimum 2”
clearance to
combustibles.
3 ft.
min.
2 ft.
10ft.2ft.
min.
3ft.

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The first flue offset closest to the top of the unit must
be a minimum distance of 12" from the top of the
appliance.
Attach an elbow to the chimney section, angled
toward the offset. Secure with 3 sheet metal screws.
To achieve the minimum offset, attach and secure a
second elbow. To achieve longer offsets, you may
install any available length of chimney pipe between
the elbows. Supports must be used on the first vertical
chimney section after a return elbow.
!
WARNING
CHIMNEY SECTIONS INSTALLED BETWEEN AN OFFSET AND RETURN REQUIRE STRUCTURAL
SUPPORT TO REDUCE OFF-CENTER LOADING AND TO PREVENT CHIMNEY SECTIONS FROM
SEPARATING AT THE CHIMNEY JOISTS.
THE CHIMNEY SHOULD NOT BE BUILT WITH AN OFFSET ANGLE IN EXCESS OF 45° IN CANADA AND
30° IN USA. DO NOT COMBINE OFFSET CHIMNEY COMPONENTS TO EXCEED THESE ANGLES.
Attic Insulation
Shield
StormCollar
Elbow
Elbow Support
Straps
Elbow
Roof
Flashing
Rain Cap
Elbow Support
Band
Roof Joist
Chimney Section
Floor , Ceiling Joist
If the offset length is
more than 36”, an
intermediate support
must be employed.
The intermediate
support must be
used in conjunction
with an offset
support.
Firestop
4.3 OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION

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4.5 TYPICAL EXISTING MASONRY
4.4 INSTALLING FLASHING AND STORM COLLAR
RAIN CAP
CAULKING
STORM COLLAR
WEATHER
SEALANT
FLASHING
Remove the nails from the shingles above and to the sides of the
chimney. Place the flashing over the chimney pipe and slide underneath
the sides and upper edge of the shingles. Ensure that the chimney pipe is
properly centered within the flashing, giving a 3/4" margin all around.
Fasten to the roof on the top and sides. DO NOT NAIL through the lower
portion of the flashing. Make weather-tight by sealing with caulking.
Where possible, cover the sides and top edges of the flashing with roofing
material. Apply waterproof caulking, provided with the flashing, around the
chimney, 1" above the top of the flashing and push the storm collar down
into the caulking. Insert a rain cap onto the top of the last chimney
section.
The appliance may be connected
to either a lined or unlined masonry
chimney.
IF THE CHIMNEY IS LINED:
The flues must be made of vitrified
clay and be in sizes of 8” square or
8” round (inside diameters) or
8”x12” with a minimum height of 15
feet above the appliance.
Eight inch round flues are
recommended.
Installation must conform to
both national and local code
requirements.
IF THE CHIMNEY IS UNLINED:
A
stainless steel liner listed to
either Standard ULC-S640M in Canada or UL-1777 in the USA,
must be used: Liners for New Masonry Chimneys, may be
used to connect the appliance to the chimney. The liner must
be continuous from the appliance to the chimney cap and be
installed only per manufacturers instructions.
In both cases, the chimney structure must be supported by angle
iron anchored into the masonry walls. The allowable masonry
used in chimney construction is 3-1/2” brick, solidly mortared and
must fully encase the flue. Ensure there are no leaks.
In no case is the masonry enclosure to be supported by the
appliance. Allow a 1” (one inch) air cavity for expansion. Use the flue tile support accessory, see your local
authorized dealer / distributor.
NOTE: The flue tile support is to be suspended on appropriate lintels. 62.4B
ANGLE IRON RESTS
ON BRICK SIDE-WALLS,
FREE OF UNIT.
FLUE TILE
HI-TEMP GASKET
ANGLE IRON
TO SUPPORT
CHIMNEY
WEIGHT
FLUE TILE
SUPPORT
APPLIANCE TOP
UNLINED CHIMNEY INSTALL
USE AN 7” OR 8" LINER
WITH A DRIPLESS TYPE
A CONNECTOR (IF
USING 7” AN
INCREASER
MUST ALSO
BE USED).
LINER
SUPPORT
LINED CHIMNEY INSTALL
HI-TEMP GASKET
FIREPLACE TOP
FOR A MASONRY FIREPLACE USE A
FLUE TILE SUPPORT. FOR A
PRE-FABRICATED CHIMNEY USE AN
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*Allow for finished floor and hearth thickness when setting these dimensions.
** When constructing the enclosure allow for finishing material thickness and to maintain clearances.
5.0 FRAMING
IN ORDER TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF EXPOSED INSULATION OR VAPOUR BARRIER COMING
IN CONTACT WITH THE APPLIANCE BODY, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE WALLS OF THE
APPLIANCE ENCLOSURE BE “FINISHED” (I.E.: DRYWALL / SHEETROCK), AS YOU WOULD FINISH
ANY OTHER OUTSIDE WALL OF A HOME. THIS WILL ENSURE THAT CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLES IS MAINTAINED WITHIN THE CAVITY.
A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS IS REQUIRED TO BOTH SIDES OF THE
APPLIANCE, SEE "MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES" SECTION.
DO NOT BUILD SHELVES OR CUPBOARDS INTO THE AREA ABOVE THE APPLIANCE.
OBJECTS PLACED IN FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE MUST BE KEPT A MINIMUM OF 48" AWAY FROM
THE FRONT FACE OF THE APPLIANCE.
25 3/4”**
44 3/4”*
50 3/4”
72”*
MINIMUM
ENCLOSURE
HEIGHT
NOTE: DO NOT BUILD INTO THIS AREA - IT MUST BE
LEFT CLEAR TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE
FOR THE VENT IN THIS 14” WIDE AREA CENTERED
ALONG THE FRONT OF THE FIREPLACE. NO
COMBUSTIBLES ARE ALLOWED.
14” MAX
!
WARNING
1 1/2”
MAX
3 1/2” MAX

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The appliance should be framed using 2x4 lumber. For the header and cripple studs above the appliance it
is recommended to use steel. The appliance must be secured to the floor in all cases. Use the pallet packing
brackets to secure to the floor. If ducting is to be installed, the minimum enclosure ceiling height is 84". Without
ducting, the ceiling height may be brought down to a minimum of 72". However a appliance enclosure with
a height less than 84" must be provided with sufficient air circulation to avoid a fire hazard. Install ventilation
grilles (minimum openings of 40 sq. inches) at both floor and ceiling levels of the enclosure.
Do not place insulation into the enclosure around the appliance or the chimney. Combustible framing materials
must not be closer than 6" from the side of the appliance and 5" from the top of the appliance.
5.1 MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES
MAINTAIN THESE MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES:
Appliance framing:
Top Stand-Off 0"
Rear Stand-Off 0"
Side 6"
Appliance finishing:
Sides 6 3/4"
Top 6 3/4"
Factory Built Chimney 2"
Hot Air Gravity Ductwork Insulation 1"
*Base of appliance to ceiling 72"
*Base of appliance to enclosure top 72"
Enclosure must have ventilation Between 72" and 84"
*84" if installing optional hot air gravity vent system, NZ220 on the same floor as the appliance.
IN ORDER TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF EXPOSED INSULATION OR VAPOUR BARRIER COMING
IN CONTACT WITH THE APPLIANCE BODY, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE WALLS OF THE
ENCLOSURE BE “FINISHED” (I.E.: DRYWALL/SHEETROCK), AS YOU WOULD FINISH ANY OTHER
OUTSIDE WALL OF A HOME. THIS WILL ENSURE THAT CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES IS
MAINTAINED WITHIN THE CAVITY.
!
WARNING
WALL
WALL
2” MINIMUM
TO CHIMNEY
45°
21”21”
45°
26”
WALL
WALL
52”
38”
2” MINIMUM
TO CHIMNEY
6” MIN
74”
50 3/4” MIN
6” MIN*
* 6” MIN REQUIRED FOR FRAMING.
6 3/4” MIN REQUIRED FOR FINISHING MATERIAL.

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NOTE: Ventilation openings are required in enclosures up to 84" high. They are recommended for all
enclosures.
CLEARANCES TO FINISHING MATERIALS:
6 3/4" minimum of non-combustible material to the top of the appliance and a minimum 6 3/4" to either side.
Objects placed in front of the appliance must be kept a minimum of 48" away from the front face of the
appliance.
Non-combustible material (brick, stone, cement board or ceramic tile) may protrude over the black painted
surface of the appliance front.
60” MIN. FROM
FLOOR
12” MIN. PIPE
TO CEILING
6 3/4” MIN.
HEARTH EXTENSION
16” X 50” MIN.
48” 6 3/4” MIN. 21”
MIN. TO WALL
FINISHING MUST BE DONE
USING A NON-COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL PLACED FLUSH
WITH THE FRONT FACE OF
THE UNIT AND EXTENDING
FROM THE TOP OF THE UNIT
SUCH AS CEMENT BOARD,
CERAMIC TILE, MARBLE, ETC.
DO NOT USE WOOD OR
DRYWALL. ANY FIRERATED
DRYWALL IS NOT
ACCEPTABLE.
!
WARNING
5.2 MINIMUM ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES

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12”
MAXIMUM
12”
MAXIMUM
Minimum 40 square inches of ventilation opening required, both at the top and bottom of the enclosure. Ventilation openings are required in enclosures up to 84” high. They are recommended for all enclosures.
72” MINIMUM
ENCLOSURE
HEIGHT
VENTILATION
REQUIRED IN
ENCLOSURES
BETWEEN 72”
AND 84”
1” OPEN
1” OPEN
72” MINIMUM
ENCLOSURE
HEIGHT
VENTILATION
REQUIRED IN
ENCLOSURES
BETWEEN 72”
AND 84”
ENCLOSURE FINISHING ENCLOSURE ALTERNATE FINISHING
NOTE: As an alternate to grates a 1" x 40 inches wide gap can be left in the bottom and top of any finishing material to circulate the air from the floor, around the appliance through the enclosure and out the top. If utilizing this method, ensure the appliance is properly supported and support method does not restrict the flow of air.