Installation Guide

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INSTALLATION NOTES
A. Use only Vortex Double Wall connector Pipe and Listed components. Do not mix with other
manufacturers’ products. Do not install damaged connector pipe or components.
B. While there is no limitation to the total length of Vortex Double Wall connector Pipe that may
be used for a single installation, except as stipulated in NFPA 211 (USA) or CSA B365 (Canada),
we recommend a maximum of 15’ (4.5 m) if there is an offset. Do not exceed 20’ (6 m) without
offset. It is important to insure that all sections are solidly fastened together and supported as
required.
C. Vortex Double Wall connector Pipe is used to connect a solid fuel fired appliance to a factory
built or masonry chimney.
D. The chimney must be installed and connected according to the applicable 2100 insulated chimney
manufacturer’s Installation Instructions.
E. In all cases, when pipe is correctly placed and aligned, be sure to securely attach all pipe sections
to each other, to the Stove Adaptor, the Tee, Elbow, Wall Thimble, and Ceiling Support connector
by drilling at least (3) 1/8” holes and fastening with (3) #8 X 1/2” self-drilling screws in every
joint.
F. A Pipe Hanger (F) must be used for any horizontal run over 4 feet long. Use an additional hanger
for every 4-foot section thereafter; i.e. 2 per 8 ft. (2.4 m), 3 per 12 ft. (3.6 m), etc.
G. The assembly should be as short and direct as possible between the stove and chimney. The use
of two 45-degree elbows is often preferable to a single 90 degrees elbow because less turbulence
is created in the exhaust flow and they result in less horizontal run.