Selkirk Stainless Steel Flexible Chimney liner Instructions
- June 3, 2024
- SELKIRK
Table of Contents
- Stainless Steel Flexible Chimney liner
- PRODUCT INFORMATION
- TOOLS AND MATERIALS
- INSPECTION AND PREPARATION OF CHIMNEY
- SIZING THE PROPER LINER DIAMETER
- DETERMINE IF THE CORRECT SIZE LINER WILL FIT INTO THE CHIMNEY
- INSTALLING STAINLESS STEEL FLEXIBLE LINER
- INSERT INTO A MASONRY FIREPLACE
- INSULATING THE LINER (IF REQUIRED)
- INSTALLATION OF APPLIANCE
- INSTALLATION OF INSULATED WALL THIMBLE (IWT)
- INSTALLATION COMPLETION
- INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
INSTALLATION I NSTRUCTIONS & **MAINTENANCE G UIDE
Stainless Steel Flexible Liner
Stainless Steel Chimney Lining System**
Stainless Steel Flexible Chimney liner
IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT THIS CHIMNEY LINER BE INSTALLED ONLY IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE BEGINNING YOUR INSTALLATION.
FAILURE TO INSTALL THIS SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL
VOID THE CONDITIONS OF CERTIFICATION AND THE MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY.
Tested to Standards UL 1777
CAN/ULC-S635 Class 3| Installer: It is of the utmost importance that these
instructions are left with the homeowner. Homeowner: Keep these instructions
and maintenance guide in a safe place for future reference.
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THE STAINLESS STEEL FLEXIBLE LINER SYSTEMS IS DESIGNED AND LISTED TO BE
INSTALLED WITHIN MASONRY CHIMNEYS USED TO VENT THE PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTIONS
PRODUCED BY HEATING APPLIANCES THAT BURN OIL, GAS, OR SOLID FUELS.
For Installation into Masonry Chimneys
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING THE PROJECT. REMEMBER THAT
SAFETY COMES FIRST. OUR STAINLESS STEEL FLEXIBLE LINER IS DESIGNED FOR AN
INSTALLATION BY A QUALIFIED PERSON IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL BUILDING CODES.
IMPORTANT
STAINLESS STEEL FLEXIBLE LINER HAS BEEN TESTED AND LISTED USING ALL COMPONENTS
DESCRIBED HEREIN. DELETION OR MODIFICATION OF ANY OF THE REQUIRED PARTS OR
MATERIALS MAY SERIOUSLY IMPAIR THE SAFETY OF YOUR INSTALLATION, AND VOID THE
CONDITIONS OF CERTIFICATION AND OR WARRANTY OF YOUR LINER.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Stainless Steel Flexible Liner is designed and listed to be installed within
masonry chimneys used to vent the products of combustion produced by heating
appliances that burn oil, gas, or solid fuels. This liner should be installed
by professionals who are certified in the U.S. by NFI (National Fireplace
Institute) or in Canada by WETT (Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc.).
Stainless Steel Flexible Liner is intended for residential type appliances
(including fireplace insert) and building heating appliances in which the
maximum continuous flue gas outlet temperatures do not normally exceed 1200 o
F (650 o C) in Canada and 1000 o F (540 oC) in the United States.
Stainless Steel Flexible Liner is not intended for use with Category II, III
or IV gas burning appliances or other appliances that cause condensation of
corrosive acids on the liner of the chimney or create positive pressures in
the chimney system.
Do not connect any appliance that burns a liquid fuel to a chimney liner used
to vent a solid fuel burning appliance.
Stainless Steel Flexible Liner, Top Plate and Rain Cap are constructed of 300
series stainless steel. These components have a built-in worm screw fastening
hose clamp as a securing system. Each installation must be planned for the
best performance of the appliance being installed. Refer to appliance
manufacturer’s instructions to determine any special venting requirements for
specific appliance. Building permits may be required before installation. Do
not use any materials or components other than specified in these installation
instructions. The installer must contact the local building and fire code
officials to determine any installation and inspection requirements. Building
permits may be required before installation. Liner must be installed within
the local building codes. Please remember, regardless of national codes, the
local building inspectors have ultimate jurisdiction.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS
The following tools and materials may be required as well as some others depending on the location and structure of the chimney:
Safety Work Gloves | Dust Respirator (3M 9900 or equiv.) |
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Eye Protection | Drop Cloth |
Ladder(s)/Scaffolding | Chimney Brushes/Rods |
Shop Vac | Extension Cords / Work Light |
Masonry Drill Bits 1/2” or 3/8” | High Speed Drill Bit 1/8” |
Measuring Tape | Reversible Electric or Cordless Drill |
Utility Knife | Hacksaw/Reciprocating Saw & Blades |
Screwdriver w/ 5/16 Hex head | Small Adjustable Wrench/Ratchet Set |
Hammer | Awl/Chalk/Felt Tipped Markers |
Pliers | Tin Snips/Side Cutter/Shears |
Cold Chisel | Metal Folder |
Caulking Gun | Silicone Caulk, high temperature |
Bag of Mortar Mix | Rope (10 feet longer than the |
Trowel | chimney including the wire hook at one end) |
Mortar Pan | Pop rivet gun for 1/8” rivets |
Metal Foil Duct Tape | Extra Pop Rivets |
INSPECTION AND PREPARATION OF CHIMNEY
The existing chimney must meet the following codes for proper construction and
compliance requirements before the liner can be installed:
– The chimney must have the proper wall thickness, ie: minimum of 4 inches
(nominal) solid masonry units or as required by local building codes.
– Before the installation of the liner, the chimney and the smoke chamber of
the fireplace must be cleaned thoroughly by a certified chimney sweep to
remove all deposits of soot, creosote, or glazed creosote. Failure to
thoroughly clean the chimney before installing a new liner system may lead to
fire and or smoke damage to the home.
– A proper inspection must be done to determine that the chimney is
structurally sound. If the structural integrity of the chimney is found to be
in question, ie: missing, loose, or craked masonry or mortar joints, repairs
must be made before installation of the chimney liner.
– The chimney must be a minimum of 10 feet high, and a maximum of a 100 feet
in height.
– Authorities require that the masonry chimney extend not less than 3 feet
above the highest point where it passes through the roof of a building and not
less than 2 feet above any portion of the building within ten feet (see FIGURE
1).
SIZING THE PROPER LINER DIAMETER
– A new masonry or concrete chimney must comply with the following codes;
National Building Code, CAN/CSA A405 Standard for “Design and Construction of
Masonry Chimneys and Fireplaces” and NFPA 211.
NOTE: The safe operation of a venting system depends on the proper
installation and use of all materials and components supplied by the
manufacturer and proper use and operation of the connected heating equipment.
Liner and component arrangements depend on the size and configuration of the
chimney structure and the type, number and location of the appliances that are
to be vented into the chimney.
– Do not connect any appliance that burns a liquid fuel to a chimney liner
used to vent a solid fuel burning appliance.
– For solid fuel burning appliances, the cross sectional area of the liner
shall not be less than the cross sectional area of the appliance outlet
collar. The cross sectional area of the flue shall not be more than three
times the cross sectional area of the appliance outlet collar. For solid fuel
burning fireplaces, the liner should be at least one-tenth the square inches
of the square inches of the fireplace opening. Refer also to N.F.P.A. 211 for
solid fuel in the US and CAN/CSA-B365 in Canada. Please note that this formula
can vary based on height of the chimney and other determining factors.
– The connector pipe used to connect the appliance to the chimney liner must
meet proper clearances to combustibles as determined by the appliance
manufacturer’s installation instructions, the national building code, or the
local building code, whichever is in force.
– For liner sizing of gas and oil burning appliances please refer to
N.F.P.A.54 for gas and N.F.P.A.31 for oil in the US. In Canada refer to the
following Installation Codes: CAN/CSA-B139 for oil and CAN/CSA-B149 for gas.
Also refer to appliance manufacturer’s instructions. Incorrectly sized liners
for these appliances can lead to performance problems and condensation with
the lining system.
– The air space clearances between the masonry chimney exterior and
combustible materials must be checked to verify that the chimney is in
accordance with applicable building code requirements.
– If the chimney is constructed inside the structure, a minimum of two inches
of unobstructed air space must surround the chimney to any combustible
material. If the chimney is constructed on the outside of the structure, in
the US, one inch (1/2” in Canada) of unobstructed air space must be maintained
between the chimney and all other
combustible materials. See Table 1 and Figure 2.
– When the chimney passes through a floor, ceiling, or other horizontal or
vertical structure, firestops of a non-combustible material must be used.
– IF THE PROPER CLEARANCES LISTED ABOVE CANNOT BE DETERMINED THE LINER MUST BE
INSTALLED WITH AN APPROVED INSULATION WRAP.
– This system is approved in Canada and the United States with an approved
Ceramic Insulation Wrap to reduce the clearance to combustible construction
outside of a masonry chimney only.
The clearance between the masonry chimney and combustible materials is
dependent on the installation configuration as shown in Table 1 and Figure 2.
– An approved insulation wrap with 8 lb. density, 1/2” foil faced ceramic
fibre blanket will enhance the performance and life of the chimney when:
– The installation needs to meet the requirements of UL1777 at zero clearance
to combustibles;
– The chimney being relined is located outside;
– Low flue gas temperatures are anticipated.
TABLE 1 – AIR SPACE CLEARANCES TO LINER (see Fig. 2)
Type of Installation| Stainless Steel Flexible Liner
and interior of Chimney| Clearance Between Chimney Exterior and Combustibles
Clearance ‘A’| Interior Installation ‘IT| Exterior Installation `B’| Country
Stainless Steel Flexible Liner| 0″| 2″| 1/2″| Canada
0″| 2″| 1″| U.S.
Insulated* Stainless Steel Flexible
Liner| 0″| 0″| 0″| Canada
0″| 0″| 0″| U.S.
Insulated Stainless Steel Flexible Liner with an approved Insulation Wrap of 8 lbs. density, 1/2” foil faced ceramic fibre blanket such as our Insulation Wrap Kit – RF101 (*denotes diameter from 5” to 8”).
NOTE: Ensure there is adequate room for both Liner and Wrap.
*Please note: While insulation is not required for every application, it is highly recommended. The performance of the heating system is greatly enhanced when adding an Insulation Wrap. An insulated system helps to improve draft, minimize condensation and flue surfaces warm up quickly. This added feature is important for exterior chimneys.
DETERMINE IF THE CORRECT SIZE LINER WILL FIT INTO THE CHIMNEY
– Since chimneys are usually very sooty and dusty, it is advisable to remove
or cover your furniture, rug, etc. for the duration of the cleaning and
installation of the liner. The Stainless Steel Flexible Liner can be installed
within the existing flue tile or the flue tile can be removed. It is extremely
important that the correct size liner will fit into the chimney.
Certain factors, such as chimney construction and offsets in the chimney, may
change the size of the interior of the chimney. It is best to prove the
interior of the chimney before trying to install the chimney liner. This can
be done by lowering a short piece of the intended size liner down the chimney
to see if it will pass all the way to the bottom.
You can also use a liner guide cone to accomplish this. If the chimney liner
will need to be insulated this will affect the required dimensions needed to
install the liner. If the round configurations needed to vent the appliance
will not fit the liner may be formed to an oval configuration to fit, however
ovalizing the liner will change the cross sectional area.
The size of the liner selected should be the same size of the appliance flue
outlet opening or as specified in the appliance manufacturer’s instructions.
Correct sizing is critical for venting of low temperature flue products in
geographical areas experiencing sustained low ambient temperatures. Improper
sizing may lead to excessive con-densation of moisture, creosote build up and
poor draft. A certified technician may alter the size of the liner to suit the
appliance within codes perimeter. Consult the appliance manufacturer for
guidance.
NOTE: Always wear gloves, eye protection and dust respirator.
INSTALLING STAINLESS STEEL FLEXIBLE LINER
– Make sure the thimbles to be used in the installation are in the proper
chimney to maintain the required clearance to combustibles for the connector
pipe from the appliance. If the clearances are not correct reconstruct the
thimble to the proper position.
– Determine the length of the liner by measuring from the bottom of the
opening to the top of the chimney. To this measurement add approx. six inches
to accommodate the crown and top hardware.
Cut liner to length by using a hacksaw, snips or a disc cutter.
– If necessary, 2 lengths may be joined together by using the flex connector.
You can also use the pulling cone to allow an easier installation of leading
the liner down from the top of the chimney.
– Remove the snout from the two part tee.
– Attach the tee body to the liner by inserting the liner into the female end
tee body as far as possible.
– Using a 5/16” (8mm) nut driver, tighten the worm drive clamp firmly around
the liner. If the liner is going to be insulated with a ceramic insulation
blanket, install the blanket now. If a tee cap is going to be used, attach it
to the body now.
– Take the tee snout that was removed from the tee body and extend the draw
band completely, slide the tee snout into the thimble with the draw band
centered in the flue. Lower the liner down from the top of the chimney, and
feed the tee body through the draw band on the tee snout. You may have to
rotate the liner to align the hole in the tee body with the snout. Once you
have aligned the tee, tighten the draw band to secure the snout to the tee
body.
– Seal the area around the tee snout with mortar for an airtight seal.
– The Top Kit (Top Plate and Liner Cap) is used to bear the total weight of
the liner system at the top of the masonry chimney (see Figure 4).
– Your chimney may have a clay-tile liner which protrudes above the chimney.
There is no need to remove the top portion of the clay tile liner if it is in
good condition. Complete any repairs needed to the chimney crown if any cracks
or deterioration is visible.
– If on the other hand the clay tile liner is not in good condition, you will
need to make it flush by chipping away at the the excess with a hammer and
cold chisel. Make sure pieces of the clay tile liner don’t fall into the flue;
remove them if they do. When you have finished making the top of the chimney
flush, fill in any cracks and uneven surfaces with mortar. Proceed to install
the Top Kit.
– The installation of the Top Kit is accomplished by first removing the Liner
Cap portion of the kit by loosening the top worm drive clamp a few turns.
Next, install the Top Plate assembly over the liner, tighten the worm drive
screw until snug, then attach the Top Plate to the masonry with silicone or
tapcons. Cut the liner flush with the top of the assembly and reinstall the
Liner Cap portion of the Top Kit.
– To facilitate inspection and cleaning, wall penetrations shall not be placed
directly behind the heating appliance.
– A Top Extension is available to extend the height of your flex liner system.
The extension attaches to the top plate and the liner cap attaches to the top
extension with the securing worm drive clamp.
– Make sure the tee branch is long enough to protrude into the room by at
least 2” so a connector pipe can be attached to it.
You can also have the Tee and Tee Cap resting on a solid base support (cement
base or stacked brick/rubble). The tee snout is connected to the heating
appliance with appropriate connector pipe.
Removal of soot during cleaning is done through the tee branch assembly after
the heating appliance has been disconnected (see Figure 5).
NOTE: You will still be required to re-support the flexible liner
assembly at the top of the chimney with the above mentioned Top Kit.
FIGURE 6 – Typical Stainless Steel Flexible Liner Installation
INSERT INTO A MASONRY FIREPLACE
– For an insert application into a masonry fireplace, a Insert Liner Kit is
available. For this application a tee and tee cap are not required.
This kit comes with a Stove Adapter made to accept our liner into the top
female end with our worm drive clamp to tighten it in place. The Stove Adapter
slips into the top of the insert collar for an easy transition.
See Figure 7 for a basic installation.
– In certain applications, an elbow would facilitate the connection at the
insert. These are available in 30°, 45° or 90°.
– Follow the manufacturer instructions supplied with the insert for more
details on how to connect to the appliance.
INSULATING THE LINER (IF REQUIRED)
A note about insulating stainless steel flexible liner: Not all situations
require insulation of the chimney liner. The UL1777 Standard for installing
stainless steel chimney liners requires insulation because the non-code
conforming chimney has zero clearance to combustibles or some other defect.
The definition of a code conforming chimney is one that meets or exceeds NFPA
211 for construction of chimneys in the US and CAN/CSA-A405 for Design and
Construction of Masonry Chimneys and Fireplaces in Canada.
For the installed liner systems to meet UL standards, all UL listed components
used must be installed with proper clearances.
The Insulation Wrap Kit – RF101 (denotes diameter from 5” to 8”) comes
complete with the following:
10’ – 1/2” Foiled Insulation Blanket
10’ – Stainless Steel Wire Mesh
10’ – Aluminum Foil Tape
35’ – Stainless Steel Wire
Insulating with Insulation Wrap Kit:
– The liner must be insulated from the bottom of the tee including the tee cap
(in the case of an insert application from the stove adapter from where it
would stop on insertion into it). The Insulation Wrap must be 3” below the
crown of the chimney to allow for vertical thermal expansion.
– After determining this length, prepare sections of the insulation blanket
with a minimum of 2” overlap, taped with foil tape.
– Lay down the prepared sections of insulation blanket (foil face down) on a
flat surface.
– Lay the liner and the bottom connector (tee branch with tee cap or stove
adapter) in the center of the insulation blanket.
– Wrap blanket around the liner. Hold in place every foot with pieces of 8”
length of foil tape.
– Once the insulation is in place apply a continuous vertical length of foil
tape from top to bottom of the overlapped insulation seam. The insulating wrap
must overlap along its length by a minimum of 1”. A wider overlap is allowed
but may cause installation difficulties in tight clearance situations.
– Next place insulated liner into the mesh sock.
– Starting at the bottom secure with the stainless steel wire in an helical
manner (spiral) all the way to the top and twisted on itself at each end to
hold it in place.
The following Figure 8 shows NFPA 211 diagrams for chimney connector systems and clearances to combustible walls (US only). In Canada, refer to CSA-B635 the Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment.
System
A Minimum 3.5 in. (90 mm) thick brick masonry wall framed into combustible
wall with a minimum of 12 in. (305 mm) brick separation from clay liner to
combustibles. Fireclay liner (ASTM C 315. Standard Specification for Clay Fire
Linings, or equivalent), minimum 5/8 (16 mm) wall thickness, shall run from
outer surface of brick wall to, but not beyond the inner surface of chimney
flue liner and shall be firmly cemented in place.
Clearance: 12 in. (305 mm)
System
B Solid-insulated, listed factory-built chimney length of the same inside
diameter as the chimney connector and having 1 in. (25.4 mm) or more of
insulation with a minimum 9 in. (229 mm) air space between the outer wall of
the chimney length and combustibles.
The inner end of the chimney length shall be flush with the inside of the
masonry chimney flue and shall be sealed to the flue and to the brick masonry
penetration with non-water-soluble refractory cement. Supports shall be
securely fastened to wall surfaces on all sides.
Fasteners between supports and the chimney length shall not penetrate the
chimney liner.
Clearance: 9 in. (229 mm)
System
C Sheet steel chimney connector, minimum 24 gauge (0.024 in. (0.61 mm)) in
thickness, with a ventilated thimble, minimum 24 gauge (0.024 in. (0.61 mm))
in thickness, having two 1 in. (25.4 mm) air channels, separated from
combustibles by a minimum of 6 in. (152 mm) of glass fiber insulation. Opening
shall be covered, and thimble supported with a sheet steel support, minimum 24
gauge (0.024 in (0.61 mm)) in thickness.
Supports shall be securely fastened to wall surfaces on all sides and shall be
sized to fit and hold chimney section.
Fasteners used to secure chimney section shall not penetrate chimney flue
liner.
Clearance: 6 in. (152 mm)
System
D Solid-insulated, listed factory-built chimney length with an inside diameter
2 in. (51 mm) larger than the chimney connector and having 1 in. (25.4 mm) or
more of insulation, serving as a pass-through for a single wall sheet steel
chimney connector of minimum 24 gauge (0.024 in (0.61 mm)) thickness, with a
minimum 2 in. (51 mm) air space between the outer wall of chimney section and
combustibles).
Minimum length of chimney section shall be 12 in. (305 mm). Chimney section
concentric with and spaced 1 in. (25.4 mm) away from connector by means of
sheet steel support plates on both ends of chimney section.
Opening shall be covered, and chimney section supported on both sides with
sheet steel supports of minimum 24 gauge (0.024 in. (0.61 mm)) thickness.
Supports shall be securely fastened to wall surfaces on all sides and shall be
sized to fit and hold chimney section.
Fasteners used to secure chimney section shall not penetrated chimney flue
liner.
Clearance: 2 in. (51 mm)
Additional requirements:
- Insulation material used as part of wall pass-through system shall be of noncombustible material and shall have a thermal conductivity of 1.0 Btu-in./hr-ft² jF (4.88 kg-cal/hr-m² -jC) or less.
- All clearances and thicknesses are minimums; larger clearances and thicknesses shall be permitted.
- Any material used to close up an opening for the connector shall be of noncombustible material.
- A connector to a masonry chimney, except for System B, shall extend in one continuous piece through the wall pass-through system and the chimney wall to the inner face of the flue liner, but not beyond.
INSTALLATION OF APPLIANCE
– Start adding sections of connector pipes from the Tee Branch attached to the
tee to the appliance. Follow all local building codes and manufacturers
instructions.
– Unless certified for lesser clearances, Code requirements for single wall
uninsulated connector pipe and unprotected combustible material must not be
less than 18” (457mm), see also FIGURE 9.
Check your local codes for any restrictions and requirements. Model DCC or DSP
Double Wall Stove Pipe can be installed at reduced clearance of 6” with the
installation of the Masonry Adapter.
Follow the installation instructions supplied with DCC and DSP Double Wall
Stove Pipe.
– If a combustible wall is in front of the brick chimney through which your
connector pipe connects to the liner, in order to install the appliance, a
listed wall pass-through system or other approved methods (see NFPA 211 or
CAN/CSA-B365) must be installed. See Section 8 for the Insulated Wall Thimble
(DSP-IWT) and FIGURE 10.
INSTALLATION OF INSULATED WALL THIMBLE (IWT)
– If the 18-inch clearance to combustible materials – as mentioned in Section
7 is not achievable, an Insulated Wall Thimble (IWT) can be installed to
reduce this clearance to two inches (see FIGURE 10).
Follow the installation instructions supplied with the Insulated Wall Thimble
DSP-IWT or any other certified Insulated Wall Thimble.
INSTALLATION COMPLETION
- After the appliance is correctly positioned, all the venting connections are completed and checked for proper installation (clearances to combustibles, proper support and component parts), fill the void area around the penetration hole with a high temperature ceramic sealant, or other non combustible filler material instead of mortar.
- Upon completion of the installation fill in the applicable information below. If markings are not visible, fill in the supplied label and display adjacent to the liner inlet.
Installation Date:
Name:____
Address: ___
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Should you have any questions concerning inspection and maintenance of the
Stainless Steel Flexible Liner please contact:
United States
5030 Corporate Exchange Blvd., SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
1.800.433.6441
Canada
375 Green Road
Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 4A5
1.888.SELKIRK (735.5475)
“Creosote and Soot – formation and need for removal”
Your Stainless Steel Flexible Liner must be installed and serviced by a
qualified chimney or venting professional. The need for chimney maintenance
depends on the kind of appliance and how it is operated. Gas and oil-burning
appliances need very little, but wood-burning appliances may need a great deal
of maintenance. Refer also to the appliance manufacturer’s maintenance
instructions for recommendations relative to required maintenance of the
appliance.
Good operating and firing techniques of your wood burner will have a positive
impact in reducing creosote build-up. Burn hot, bright fires and fire each
load hot. It is important to load your appliance properly and to avoid
smoldering fires. By doing so, it reduces the risk of chimney fires and
creosote formation. If your wood is not thoroughly seasoned, split it in
smaller pieces instead of larger ones. Ideally, the moisture content of your
firewood should be between 18 and 22 percent.
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapours, which
combine with expelled moisture to form creosote.
The creosote vapours condense in the relatively cool liner flue of a
slowburning fire.
As a result, creosote accumulates on the flue lining.
When ignited, this creosote creates a chimney fire with extremely high
temperatures.
With a new installation, the chimney should be inspected frequently (every two
weeks) to determine the rate of creosote formation. When familiar with the
appliance and liner characteristics, the liner should be inspected at least
once every two months during the heating season to determine if a creosote or
soot build-up has occurred.
Check spark arrester screens at least every 2 to 4 weeks. If the spark
arrester becomes clogged with creosote, it should be cleaned or replaces.
If creosote or soot build-up has occurred (1/16” or more), it should be
removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire. Every liner and connector pipe
shall be inspected annually and cleaned as often as may be necessary to keep
the liner and connector pipe free from dangerous accumulation of combustible
deposits.
Contact a professional certified chimney sweep for chimney cleaning services
and advice if you have any doubts about your ability to clean your liner
system or if the task is too large. To visually inspect the chimney, remove
the Liner Cap off the liner. Remove the Tee Cap (if so equipped) to clean from
the bottom. This will permit the insertion
of a flashlight for inspection. Select the proper sized nylon/poly chimney
brush to clean the liner. Make sure the brush passes throughout the complete
length of the liner, incuding connectors and tee. It may be required to
disassemble the connector assembly from the appliance for complete inspection
and cleaning.
If chemical cleaners are used to assist in the cleaning of the Stainless Steel
Flexible Liner, make sure it is a product which is non corrosive.
We will assume no liability for damage resulting from the use of chemical
cleaners. Chemical cleaners (including sweeping logs products) do not replace
the optimal method of cleaning a liner by a mechanical brushing for removal of
creosote and other potentially hazardous material. This is in conjunction with
a complete evaluation and visual inspection of the system by a professional
chimney sweep.
It is important that the Liner system be checked and cleaned annually.
This is for the safety of the homeowner and necessary to meet the warranty
requirement.
Avoid burning “green”, “unseasoned” “wet” wood. Heat is wasted as it must
first dry and evaporate the moisture content in the firewood.
As the water evaporates it will form into creosote which will then condense in
a relatively cool firebox and liner. This will not permit a clean hot burn. Do
not burn saltwater driftwood, treated wood, wax logs, pressure treated lumber,
rail road ties, or plastics. Fuel other than firewood may burn excessibely hot
leading to damages to the liner system and become a serious fire hazard.
Burning such materials may also lead to severe corrosion of your appliance and
of the liner.
*AVAILABLE COMPONENTS – ( denotes diameter)**
DESCRIPTION | PART NUMBER |
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COMPLETE STANDARD KIT 25’ (4” TO 8”) | *MF25KT |
COMPLETE STANDARD KIT 35’ (4” TO 8”) | *MF35KT |
COMPLETE SMOOTHWALL KIT 25’ (4” TO 8”) | *MF25KTS |
COMPLETE SMOOTHWALL KIT 35’ (4” TO 8”) | *MF35KTS |
INSERT BASIC KIT 25’ (5”, 5.5”, 6”) | *MF25IK |
INSERT BASIC KIT 35’ (5”, 5.5”, 6”) | *MF35IK |
SMOOTHWALL BASIC KIT 25’ (5”, 5.5”, 6”) | *MF25IKS |
SMOOTHWALL BASIC KIT 35’ (5”, 5.5”, 6”) | *MF35IKS |
PELLET KIT 25’ (3” & 4”) | *MF25PK |
PELLET KIT 35’ (3” & 4”) | *MF35PK |
INSULATION WRAP KIT (5” – 8”) | *RF101 |
FLEX LENGTH 25’ (4” TO 8”) | *MF25SFL |
FLEX LENGTH 35’ (4” TO 8”) | *MF35SFL |
SMOOTHWALL FLEX LENGTH 25’ (4” TO 8”) | *MF25SFLS |
SMOOTHWALL FLEX LENGTH 35’ (4” TO 8”) | *MF35SFLS |
30° ELBOW (4” TO 8”) | *MFFE30 |
45° ELBOW (4” TO 8”) | *MFFE45 |
90° ELBOW (4” TO 8”) | *MFFE90 |
FLEX TEE (4” TO 8”) | *MFFT |
PELLET TEE (3” & 4”) | *MFPT |
TEE CAP (4” TO 8”) | *MFTC |
SMALL FLASHING – 13” X 13” (4” TO 8”) | *MFFS |
LARGE FLASHING – 18” X 18” (4” TO 8”) | *MFFL |
RAIN CAP (4” TO 8”) | *MFRC |
TOP KIT EXTENSION (4” TO 8”) | *MFTKE |
FLEX CONNECTOR (4” TO 8”) | *MFFC |
STOVE ADAPTER (5”, 5.5”, 6”) | *MFSA |
PULLING CONE (4” TO 8”) | *MFPC |
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
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PRODUCT INFO:
Liner Model : Stainless Steel Flexible Liner
Flue Size: ____
Total Height: ___
Inside Installation _ Outside Installation
Connected To (type of appliance):
Wood Stove
Boiler
Insert
Furnace _
Other (specify) ___
FUEL:
Wood
Gas
Oil _
Other (specify) ___
LOCATION OF APPLIANCE:
Basement
Main Floor
Other (specify)
Installation Date:
DEALER INFO
Dealer Name:____
Address:____
City: ____
Province/State:
TECHNICIAN INFO
Technician Name:_
Address:____
City: ___
Province/State:___
Stainless Steel Flexible Liner
5030 Corporate Exchange Blvd. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Telephone: 800.433.6341
950 South Service Road, Second Floor
Stoney Creek, ON L8E 6A2
Telephone: 888.735.5475
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