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c) Chimney requirement:
DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER
APPLIANCE!
Paxfocus requirement: the floor to top of chimney must be 16 feet minimum (5
m) or 19 feet (5,8 m) for an installation less than 3 miles from the ocean or if a
30° elbow is necessary). Elbows should not be more inclined than 30° from
vertical, and with maximum number of 2. Maximum inside + outside height
(without use of a fan) : 30 feet.
Paxfocus can be connected to a chimney complying with the requirements for
Type HT chimneys in the standard for Chimneys, Factory-built, Residential Type
and Building Heating Appliance, UL 103. For example, a class A insulated
stainless steel flue chimney system with an 8-inch minimum inside diameter.
d) Structural requirement:
CAUTION: THE SUPPORTS OF THIS UNIT (THE WALL) MUST BE SIZED IN
CONGRUENCE WITH THE FIREPLACE STATIC AND DYNAMIC CHARGES
(WEIGHT). THE SIZE CALCULATION FOR THE SUPPORT IS NOT THE
RESPONSIBILITY OF FOCUS OR ITS AFFILIATES. IT IS YOUR
RESPONSIBILITY TO CONSULT WITH AN ENGINEER OR ARCHITECT FOR
YOUR PROJECT.
e) Connectors:
Connectors are all non-insulated chimney parts including focus black flue, focus
8"universal adaptor and the chimney manufacturer single wall slip connector.
To avoid heat traps the chimney connector shall not pass through an attic or
roof space, closet or similar concealed space, or a floor, or ceiling.
Passage through an attic, roof frame floor, or ceiling must be done using an
insulated chimney respecting all chimney manufacturer clearances.
CAUTION: PASSAGE THROUGH A WALL OR PARTITION OF
COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION IS NOT AN APPROPRIATE
INSTALLATION FOR THIS FOCUS FIRE.
Refractory compound must be used to seal each connection. Connectors
should always be in good condition and kept clean. Minimum thickness : 1/32"
(1 mm). Please refer to installation details in this manual.
