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All-Purpose OWF Discussions => General Outdoor Furnace Discussion => Topic started by: Cabo on July 05, 2014, 10:25:21 AM

Title: Stack height on gasser
Post by: Cabo on July 05, 2014, 10:25:21 AM

I just finished roofing my OWB/woodshed and was wondering if requirements for the distance above the roof/ridge were similar to a fireplace (2' above ridge within 10') or something else.  I put a metalbestos T off the boiler and installed the factory supplied 3' section of pipe.  This puts me 26" above the shed roof but I'm only 5'6" away from my garage roof.  The reason for the T was to install a barometric damper since I was adding more then the 3' pipe.  And for Slim's peace of mind, I will be installing a couple of pieces of Metal roofing above the boiler.  HaHa.  In all seriousness that is a good idea always.

Title: Re: Stack height on gasser
Post by: Sprinter on July 05, 2014, 03:31:17 PM

Its 5' feet here for wood burning. Now that you changed draft, you should measure and make sure it meets manufacturer specs. You can find a manometer for around a$100

Title: Re: Stack height on gasser
Post by: Cabo on July 05, 2014, 03:35:09 PM

Thanks Sprinter.  I'll have Slimjim check it when he's here in mid August to tye into my existing oil boiler.

Title: Re: Stack height on gasser
Post by: slimjim on July 06, 2014, 04:30:41 AM

That's the beauty of the barometric damper, it can be adjusted!