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Printed in Canada 03-02-2016

Heavy Duty Flexible Liner

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

A MAJOR CAUSE OF CHIMNEY RELATED FIRES IS FAILURE TO

MAINTAIN REQUIRED CLEARANCES (AIR SPACES) TO COMBUSTIBLE

MATERIALS. IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT THIS HEAVY

DUTY FLEXIBLE LINER BE INSTALLED ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH

THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This heavy duty flexible liner meets the requirements of the NFPA 211, UL 1777, ULC S635

and CAN/ULC S640 Standards.

Read through these instructions before beginning your installation. Failure to install according to

these instructions will void the manufacturer’s warranty and may have an effect on your

homeowner’s insurance and UL and ULC Listing status.

Summary of content (11 pages)

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Heavy Duty Flexible Liner INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS A MAJOR CAUSE OF CHIMNEY RELATED FIRES IS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED CLEARANCES (AIR SPACES) TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT THIS HEAVY DUTY FLEXIBLE LINER BE INSTALLED ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This heavy duty flexible liner meets the requirements of the NFPA 211, UL 1777, ULC S635 and CAN/ULC S640 Standards. Read through these instructions before beginning your installation.
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TABLE OF CONTENT Product Information .......................................................................3 General Product Information ............................................................................................................3 Product Applications ........................................................................................................................3 Chimney Inspection and Cleaning ........................................................................................
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PRODUCT INFORMATION GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION The quality and workmanship of Vortex is reflected in the recognition by an accredited laboratory has given these products. The rigorous UL and ULC testing requirements, is your assurance of consistent quality in materials and manufacturing standards used for these lining systems. In addition, the industry leading Warranty on Vortex is a further indication of our confidence in the quality of these products.
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CLEARANCES Inside the masonry chimney: Minimum air space clearance of the liner to the interior surfaces of the masonry chimney to be maintained is zero millimetres (inches). The flue passageway must be checked for the smooth installation of the proper diameter liner. The chimney must be built of solid masonry brick, block or concrete blocks at least (a nominal) 4 inches (10cm) in thickness.
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INSULATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SOLID FUEL APPLICATIONSInsulation provided for the Vortex system will be a single ½” (13mm) thick or two ¼” (6.5mm) layers of insulating blanket. This insulating system is listed to allow zero clearance from the chimney masonry exterior to combustibles. The 8 lb. density insulating blanket must be wrapped around the entire length of the liner in an unlined, partially lined, or cracked clay tile liner application.
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a) Remove the liner and components from the packaging. On a flat level surface roll out and straighten the lining material. b) Attach the necessary bottom termination connector, which may be a tee or a universal connector to the liner by inserting the liner into the connector as far as possible. Then, using a 5/16” (8mm) nut driver tighten the hose clamp band firmly around the liner.
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With Vortex Liner you have options … Hose clamp causing problems in tight clearance situations? In some tight clearance installations, we realize the worm screw on the fastening hose clamp can cause problems. In these situations, remove the hose clamps and cut off the straps that secure the hose clamps to the tee or the universal connector. Then using four #8 X ¾” (M4 X 20) self-tapping stainless steel screws (90 degrees apart) secure the liner to the connector or tee.
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4- COMPLETING THE BOTTOM TERMINATION Bottom Tee Terminationsa) Locate the point where the connector pipe will pass through the chimney to the tee body. There must be an opening large enough for the diameter of the connector pipe plus 2” (5cm). b) Secure the snout to the body of the tee using the attached metal band, which wraps around the backside of the tee body. Ensure that the snout is fitting properly to the tee body while securing the metal strap. Note: certain size tees have fixed snouts.
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The lining system must be installed and serviced by a qualified chimney or venting professional. The criteria for the inspection and maintenance must be in conformance with local or state building codes, whichever has jurisdiction. It is recommended you use an inspection form and make notes that you can review with the homeowner. It is recommended to clean thoroughly the pellet venting system after every heating season.
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VORTEX LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY CHIMNEY LINING SYSTEM The warranty: The manufacturer’s warranty applies only to the original purchaser and is not transferable. Subject to the conditions and exclusions set forth below, the manufacturer warrants that its products will be free from manufacturing if properly installed. This warranty only covers replacement of defective liner components in a residential installation.
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Liner caps – Part replacement covered at 100% for 5 years from the date of purchase. The manufacturer may, at its discretion, fully discharge all obligations with respect to this warranty by refunding the wholesale price of any warranted but defective parts or supply any replacement parts under warranty without any charge.