Wood Insert into an existing manufactured fireplace?

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Mr_Lou

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I recently purchased a condo and the existing fireplace that is currently in it is an old Pre-Way (no longer in business) manufactured fireplace from the 80's. I was looking for a good upgrade in the looks/heat output department and came across wood stove inserts. Is it even feasible to install an insert into this kind of fireplace using the existing hardware? Any help/advice would be appreciated. Thanks.
 
Probably not unless the Preway documentation permits it.
 
I had a customer ask if I could install a wood stove insert in a manufactured home from the 80’s that has a pre-existing fireplace with a triple wall stove stainless pipe. I have read some of the post close to this topic but still need your input so I can advise him?