Vogelzang International Mountaineer Woodstove VG650ELG Benutzerhandbuch

VGZ-025 / 100105.0

VG650ELG MOUNTAINEER™ / 

(A flue liner consists of clay tile that protects the
brickwork of a chimney. If a chimney does not have
a liner, or it is damaged, have it relined by a pro-
fessional.  DO NOT USE a chimney that is un-
lined or damaged!) If you have any question re-
garding the condition of the chimney, consult a
qualified licensed contractor, qualified engineer,
competent mason, certified Chimney Sweep, or a
knowledgable inspector. Consult your insurance
company if you cannot find a qualified expert.

Many prefabricated fireplaces are of the “zero-

clearance fireplace” category. These consist of
multilayered metal construction. They are designed
with enough insulation and/or air cooling on the
base, back and sides so they can be safely installed
in direct contact with combustible floors and walls.
Although many prefabricated fireplaces carry en-
dorsements from nationally recognized organiza-
tions for use as fireplaces, they have not been tested
for connection to wood stove heaters. Connecting
a stove to such a device will void the
manufacturer’s warranty.

Steel-lined fireplaces are constructed with

1/4” firebox liner, an air chamber in connection
with 8” of masonry. These can be safely used with
wood burning stoves. They contain all the essen-

Directly connecting the stovepipe into the ex-

isting masonry chimney (figure 1

0 “Type A” fire-

place conversion) of the fireplace is the only ap-
proved method of installation. This is a compli-
cated and involved process and to insure safety
should only by done by a qualified installer.
1. An entry hole must be cut through the masonry

and tile liner with minimal damage to the liner.
At least 8” of liner must remain below the en-
try position. When locating the stove and stove-
pipe, all minimum clearances must be observed
from combustible surfaces including mantels,
combustible trimwork, ceilings and walls. Po-
sitioning the center of the stove pipe entry into
the chimney 24” below the ceiling should in-
sure proper clearance for a 6” stovepipe.

2. Install a metal or fire clay (5/8” minimum thick-

ness) thimble. Make sure the thimble is flush
with the inner surface of the chimney liner and
does not protrude into the flue (see figure 4 on
page 6).

3. Secure the thimble with refractory mortar. The

thimble should be surrounded by 8” of solid
unit  masonry brickwork or 24” of stone.

4. Install the stovepipe into the thimble as far as

possible without extending past the flue lining
(see figures 4 & 6 on pages 6 & 7).

5. A small airspace (about 1/2”) should remain

between the stovepipe and thimble to allow for
expansion of the pipe. Seal this airspace with
high-temperature caulking or ceramic wool.

tial components of a fireplace, firebox,
damper, throat, smoke shelf, and smoke
chamber. Many look identical to ma-
sonry fireplaces and should be checked
carefully before connecting a stove to
them.

Venting a stove directly into a fire-

place does not meet code and should not
be attempted. (This constitutes connec-
tion to another appliance - the fireplace.)
Combustion products will be deposited
and build up in the firebox or fireplace.
The stove warranty will be void with
such an installation. Do not create a haz-
ard in your home by connecting in this
manner.