Napoleon NZ26 zero-clearance and duraplus baseplate adapter

[stangds]

I have a Napoleon NZ26 zero-clearance fireplace ready for installation. I also have the duraplus baseplate adapter for 6" triple walled pipe.

now on to my question:

The vent hole on the top of the fireplace is about 6 1/2 inches in diameter, whereas the baseplate adapter that fits down inside of this is about 6 inches in diameter.

Is this normal? it seems "sloppy" to me. I'm afraid creosote will build up in this area, and cause a fire risk.

the stove came with a square gasket to seal the top of the stove to where the stovepipe sits on it.

Thanks,

Dan

 

[MountainStoveGuy]

Does the napolean fireplace manual state that it is approved for duraplus?

 

[stangds]

Yes, it says you can use any 6" diameter chimney listed to UL-103HT. Duraplus is listed UL-103HT.

 

[MountainStoveGuy]

Well then, you should not have any problems. All the pipes are 6". If the stove is 6.5" then you will have a quarter inch lip all the way around. Nothing i would worry about. Its the hottest part of the stove and creosote wont survive there. If the pipe is listed for the appliance, there is no problem using it.

 

[stangds]

Thanks for the input. I'm just making sure I didn't get a fireplace with a manufacturing defect or anything like that.

This is a nice forum you guys have here!