Jotul C 450 Install Tomorrow: What do I need to know?

[edporch]

Hi,
Am new to this forum.
I'm having a Jotel C450 Kennebec installed tomorrow (Thursday 10-29).
What are some must things I should be sure are done in terms of having a correct and efficient install?
Thanks for any advice, Ed

 

[DAKSY]

Make sure the liner is secured to the insert & the cap.
Make sure they block off the damper area by whatever means they normally use.
Make sure the insert sets both level & plumb & the face plate (surround) is against
the facing material around the original fire box.
Open & close the door a couple of times to make sure the unit doesn't move
& to verify the latching mechanism works correctly
Double-check the manual to ensure that the specified clearances to any combustibles (i.e. mantel) are met...
Confirm the hearth protection is compliant.
Maybe there's more, but it's been a long day...

 

[Scrounger]

Make sure the top cap/plate (outside on top of the chimney) is sealed good, no gaps. Full block off plate in damper area right above insert is a must, don't let them just shove regular insulation in there. Make sure they use screws to attach the liner to the insert, not just shove the liner into the insert and leave it.

Read this:

https://www.hearth.com/talk/threads/20697/

and this:

https://www.hearth.com/econtent/index.php/articles/making_a_block_off_plate/

 

[Fsappo]

You need to know what the final score of the Jets-Miami game will be before kick off and let me know.

Also, all the stuff Daksy said

 

[edporch]

The install went without a hitch, and they were able to preserve my fireplace so that it can be put back.
Thanks for the advice.

I'm finishing up my first break-in fire.
I love this insert, and am glad i chose it. Ed

 

[Rudyjr]

Sit back relax and enjoy a great stove, I know we do. Some pictures of your set-up would be great.