Quadra-Fire MTVERNON-AE-CSB User Manual

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September 1, 2008
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Mt. Vernon Pellet Stove (AE)
2
Getting Started
A. Design, Installation & Location Considerations
 
 
 
Damaged parts could impair safe 
operation. Do NOT install damaged, incomplete or substitute 
components.
1. Appliance Location
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Check building codes prior to installation.
•  Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and 
national codes and regulations.
•  Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fire 
officials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions, 
installation inspection and permits.
It is a good idea to plan your installation on paper, using 
exact measurements for clearances and floor protection, 
before actually beginning the installation
Consideration must be given to:
•  Safety, convenience, traffic flow
•  Placement of the chimney and chimney connector.  
•  If you are not using an existing chimney, place the appli-
ance where there will be a clear passage for a factory-
built listed chimney through the ceiling and roof.  
•  Installing an optional outside air kit would affect the loca-
tion of the vent termination.
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If burning shelled field corn, you must use ap-
proved venting specifically designed for corn to prevent corro-
sion or degradation.  Follow the instructions from the venting 
manufacturer.
Since pellet exhaust can contain ash, soot or sparks, you 
must consider the location of:
• Windows
• Air 
Intakes
• Air 
Conditioner
•  Overhang, soffits, porch roofs, adjacent walls 
• Landscaping, 
vegetation
When locating vent and venting termination, vent above 
roof line when possible.
Marginal Location
 Below pea
Location NOT recommended
  Not the highest point of the roof
  Wind loading possi le
Multi-level Roofs
Windward
Leeward
Recommended
Outside Air Inta e
on windward side
NOT recommended
Outside Air Inta e
on leeward side
Recommended Location
 A ove pea
Recommended
  Insulated exterior chase 
in cooler climates
Recommended Location
 A ove pea
  Inside heated space
Location NOT recommended
  Too close to tree
  Below ad acent structure
  Lower roof line
  Avoid outside wall
Marginal Location
  Wind loading possi le
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  Locating the appliance in a location of 
considerable air movement can cause intermittent smoke 
spillage from appliance. Do not locate appliance near:
• 
Frequently open doors
Central heat outlets or returns
Figure 5.1