I am thinking of getting a VC Vigilant and i want to set the stove in a large center chimney fireplace but i was concerned about the clearances to combustible material. I live in NH and was not sure if i should check with my building department or fire department? Any insight would be appreciated. Barnman
VC Vigilant clearance question
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We have the manual in 3 parts on the wiki. Download it and you will have the documentation necessary for installation including clearances.
https://www.hearth.com/econtent/index.php/wiki/Vermont_Castings_Older_Stove_Models/
https://www.hearth.com/econtent/index.php/wiki/Vermont_Castings_Older_Stove_Models/
Generally, 3 feet MINIMUM to combustable surfaces, , 18" to shielded. BEWARE the inspection process in rural NH; There isn't one. Fire dept. is well meaning, and the insurance co. might even accept their inspection, but I would find an experienced full service chimney proffessional to take a look at it, even do the actual install.
Great stove by the way, happy heating
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Great stove by the way, happy heating
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