Hello,
First time poster here, and very excited to find this excellent site!
I'm the proud new owner of a Jotul F500 Oslo...although it is still on the crate and the planning and intall has only just begun, I can't wait to start burning real wood!
I'm currently in the process of preparing drawings and plans for The City of Calgary (Alberta, Canada) for my permit application. Most all items are checked, however I've hit a road block regarding the Floor Protection requirements.
I have contacted my dealer but they were not able to answer my question to my satisfaction.
The manual states the following regarding Floor Protection:
"Floor protection under the stove must be a UL 1618 type Ember Protector...."
If I were buying a premanufactured Ember Protector this would be easy for me to confirm based on the UL label.
However, I am building my own floor protector to a custom size, so I believe I need to understand what the UL1618 requirements are.
Furthermore, the owners manual does not list a specific R value requirement for standard installation under section 4.1. It only states:
"The Jotul F 500 must be installed on a non-combustible surface extending...(listing various dimensions)"
On the other hand, the Alcove Installation instructions (section 4.3) specify an R value of 1.6 for the floor protector. This is repeated again in Appendix A, where the minimum R value is not stated except for Alcove Installation.
I don't want to make any assumptions, but the manual seems to suggest that only Alcove Installations require an R rated floor pad, and standard installations only require a non-combustable surface. This is in keeping with the simplified response I received from my dealer, who suggested I simply install a 1/2" sheet of Durock and lay tile or slate on top.
My initial concept is as follows:
Existing sub-floor consists of 3/4" OSB over a suspended floor with joists at 19" CTC.
Floor pad to be made from 2 layers of 1/2" Durock, followed by slate tile, set with mortar and filled with grout.
I do want to ensure the finished pad is a minimalistic design - low profile.
Ideally I would like to source a document from Jotul where they specify the R value required for standard (non-Alcove) installation.
I would be greatful for any adivse or suggestions you might have.
Thanks in advance.
First time poster here, and very excited to find this excellent site!
I'm the proud new owner of a Jotul F500 Oslo...although it is still on the crate and the planning and intall has only just begun, I can't wait to start burning real wood!
I'm currently in the process of preparing drawings and plans for The City of Calgary (Alberta, Canada) for my permit application. Most all items are checked, however I've hit a road block regarding the Floor Protection requirements.
I have contacted my dealer but they were not able to answer my question to my satisfaction.
The manual states the following regarding Floor Protection:
"Floor protection under the stove must be a UL 1618 type Ember Protector...."
If I were buying a premanufactured Ember Protector this would be easy for me to confirm based on the UL label.
However, I am building my own floor protector to a custom size, so I believe I need to understand what the UL1618 requirements are.
Furthermore, the owners manual does not list a specific R value requirement for standard installation under section 4.1. It only states:
"The Jotul F 500 must be installed on a non-combustible surface extending...(listing various dimensions)"
On the other hand, the Alcove Installation instructions (section 4.3) specify an R value of 1.6 for the floor protector. This is repeated again in Appendix A, where the minimum R value is not stated except for Alcove Installation.
I don't want to make any assumptions, but the manual seems to suggest that only Alcove Installations require an R rated floor pad, and standard installations only require a non-combustable surface. This is in keeping with the simplified response I received from my dealer, who suggested I simply install a 1/2" sheet of Durock and lay tile or slate on top.
My initial concept is as follows:
Existing sub-floor consists of 3/4" OSB over a suspended floor with joists at 19" CTC.
Floor pad to be made from 2 layers of 1/2" Durock, followed by slate tile, set with mortar and filled with grout.
I do want to ensure the finished pad is a minimalistic design - low profile.
Ideally I would like to source a document from Jotul where they specify the R value required for standard (non-Alcove) installation.
I would be greatful for any adivse or suggestions you might have.
Thanks in advance.
