Installation Guide

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INTENDED USE OF PRODUCT
This close clearance connector is intended for use with solid fuel, fired appliances, including wood
stoves, freestanding fireplaces and furnaces. It may be used in any instance where single wall
stovepipe is called for.
LISTED CLEARANCE
Vortex Double Wall Connector Pipe was tested and Listed following the ULC standards as a close
clearance connector pipe between (listed) appliance and chimney. The minimum clearance from pipe
to combustible material is 6 inches to combustible side walls and 6 inches to combustible ceilings. If
the assembled pipe sections has no adjustable length, the clearances to combustible side walls and to
combustible ceilings may be reduced to 5 inches.
CLEARANCE COMPATABILITY
Solid fuel appliances have a minimum clearance to combustible construction. The minimum
clearance on the appliance must be adhered to. If two clearances are in conflict, always use the larger
clearance distance. Certain applications, such as mobile homes, sometimes require clearances greater
than 6 inches.
PERMITS
Contact local Building and Fire Officials about permits, restrictions and installation inspection in your
area.
RECOMMENDATIONS & LIMITATIONS
• Every wood-burning stove requires its own separate connector. Connect only one solid fuel
burning appliance to a chimney. Do not connect an oil or gas burning appliance to a chimney
venting a solid fuel burning appliance.
• Choose a stove that is listed by an accredited testing agency.
• For installation and operation follow the stove manufacturer’s instructions and safety manual for
maximum efficiency and safety. Over firing can damage both stove and double wall connector
pipe. Be certain to maintain required clearances to combustible materials.
• Burn only the fuels your stove is designed to burn according to the manufacturer’s instructions
and safety manual.
• Do not burn sea driftwood, treated lumber, or plastic.
• Not all stoves can be used in Mobile Homes. See the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not enclose Vortex Double Wall connector Pipe.
• This connector is not a chimney. It must NOT pass through floors, attics, closets, walls, or
ceilings.