Not required to inspect fireplace insert flue connections

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Flue – Connections for Fireplace Inserts Inserts for Fireplaces – Flue Connections

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chimney
flue collar sealing plate
damper may be removed
cannot see this section - don't have to inspect this
fireplace insert
cross section through chimney
floor joist

Generated explanation

The illustration shows a cross section through a masonry chimney and fireplace containing a fireplace insert. The insert sits on the hearth, with its flue outlet extending upward toward the fireplace throat. Callouts identify a flue collar sealing plate and note that the damper may be removed. A dashed circle highlights the concealed connection area above the insert, with an annotation stating that this unseen section does not have to be inspected. A floor joist is shown adjacent to the hearth support.

Components

masonry chimney chimney flue fireplace fireplace insert flue outlet flue collar sealing plate fireplace damper hearth floor joist

Materials

brick masonry mortar metal concrete wood

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