Free Standing stove into existing masonry chimney

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Jags Resto

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Aug 31, 2006
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Approximately 5 years ago I purchased an 80 year old building (2 story) with 4 masonry chimneys. The upstairs and downstairs chimneys are common with access (6 in.) from each floor.
I was given an Earth Stove 2 weeks ago (rear 8 in. flue, Model 600). I am having difficulty finding a manual and/or info on this stove. I have inspected the chimney with lights and a mirror and it looks to be in excellent shape considering the age. The construction of the builing is solid 3 course brick with no penetrations within 10 in. of the chimney. (no stud walls) The chimney is 6" x 14" and the access is approximately 9.5 ' above the floor
My questions are:
1. Should I line the chimney?( This application is in my shop and will only be used on saturdays during North Central Texas winters).
2. If unlined can I but the flue pipe into the existing chimney or elbow up? An 8" flue pipe won`t fit-can I choke it down to 6" to elbow up or not?
3. With the rear vent stove would it be better to use 45 degre els opposed to 90`s
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Jags
 
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