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When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic

vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form soot

or creosote. The soot and creosote vapors condense in the

relatively cool chimney ue of a slow burning re. As a result,

soot or creosote residue accumulates on the ue lining. When

ignited, this soot or creosote can result in an extremely hot re.

The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected

at least once every two months during the heating season to

determine if a soot or creosote build-up has occurred. If soot

or creosote has accumulated (3 mm or more) it should be

removed to reduce the risk of a chimney re.

Checking your chimney and chimney connector more fre-

quently, especially while you are getting used to your stove,

is recommended. To inspect this system, let the stove cool.

Using a ashlight and mirror, check the interior of the chimney

connector, and the chimney itself.

To clean deposits from the surface of the connector, use a

stiff wire brush after dismantling the connector assembly. To

clean the chimney, use a specially designed brush sized to t

your particular ue opening, or call an established chimney

cleaning service.

At the end of the heating season, perform a thorough examina-

tion of your chimney system, and have it repaired if necessary.

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Draft is widely misunderstood. It is important that you,

the stove operator, realize that draft is a variable effect, not

a given quantity. Stoves and chimneys do not have draft, yet

draft is the key to your stove’s performance.

Draft is a force, produced by an operating stove and the

chimney to which it is attached. It is created by hot gases rising

up the chimney, creating a pressure difference between the

inside of your home and the outside air. It continually moves

fresh combustion air into the stove, and hot exhaust gases out

of the stove; without this constant ow, the re will go out.

Other factors, such as barometric pressure, winds, the

airtightness of the home, the total inside chimney volume,

chimney height and the presence of venting devices such

as exhaust fans also play a role in maintaining an adequate

draft. In some cases, a window may need to be left open, or

some other source of fresh air provided, to keep the appli-

ance operating properly. Low barometric pressures, super

insulated homes and exhaust fans can reduce draft; winds can

play havoc with draft; and too large or too small a chimney

volume can cause reduced draft due to the excessive cooling

or not enough room to vent exhaust gases quickly.

Some signs of inadequate draft are smoking, odor, dif-

culty in maintaining the re, and low heat output. Overdraft

can be caused by a very tall chimney even if it is the recom-

mended size, and can cause overring of your stove. Signs

of an overdraft include rapid fuel consumption, inability to

slow the re, and parts of the stove or chimney connector

glowing red. It is important that you follow the chimney

guidelines in this manual, including size, type, and height to

avoid draft problems.

When installed and operated according to this manual, the

TLC 2000 will produce enough hot gases to keep the chimney

warm so that adequate draft is maintained throughout the

burn cycle.

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In general, following these guidelines will ensure compli-

ance with all national and provincial codes; prior to beginning

your installation, check with your local building code ofcial

to check on additional local regulations which may inuence

the design and placement of your venting system.

The Harman TLC 2000 may be installed with (150 mm) 24

gauge chimney connector pipe. Size of the connector should

correspond to the size of the ue collar opening. Do not use

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possible, avoid passing the connector through a combustible

wall; if you must, use an approved wall pass-through, de-

scribed later in this section.

Assemble the connector beginning at the ue collar, with

the crimped ends pointing towards the stove (to keep debris

and creosote akes inside the system). Each joint, including

the one to the stove’s ue collar and the one to the chimney

itself should be secured with at least three sheet metal screws.

Screws may be a maximum of 3 inches apart. A 1-1/4" (30

mm) overlap is required at each joint, including the ue col-

lar attachment. No more than two 90 degree elbows should

be used, and the total length of connector should not exceed

10 feet (3 m). All horizontal runs of connector must have a

minimum upward slope of 1/4"(6 mm) per foot (20 mm per

meter).

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Occasionally it is necessary to pass the chimney connector

through a combustible wall to reach the chimney. Depending

on your local building codes, and the pertinent provincial or

national codes, there are several choices for accomplishing

this safely. Before beginning your installation, contact local

ofcials, and also the chimney connector and chimney manu-

facturer for specic requirements.

Canada. Three methods are approved by the Canadian

Standards Association. The diagram shows one method re-

quiring an 18"(450 mm) air space between the connector and

the wall. It allows use of one or two covers as described in

the diagram. The two other methods are described in detail in

the current issue of CAN/CSA B365, the national standard.

United States In the U.S., the national code is NFPA 211.

While many localities adopt this standard, be sure to check

with local authorities before beginning your installation.

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