NFPA 211: Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances, 2010 Edition

NFPA® 211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel–Burning Appliances 2010 Edition

Chapter 1 Administration

1.1 Scope
1.2 Purpose
1.3 Retroactivity
1.4 Equivalency
1.5 Dimensions

Chapter 2 Referenced Publications

2.1 General
2.2 NFPA Publications
2.3 Other Publications
2.4 References for Extracts in Mandatory Sections

Chapter 3 Definitions

3.1 General
3.2 NFPA Official Definitions
3.3 General Definitions

Chapter 4 General Requirements

4.1 Sizing and Draft
4.2 Termination (Height)
4.3 Enclosure
4.4 Venting Systems in Ducts
4.5 Flue Lining
4.6 Caps and Spark Arresters for Chimneys and Vents

Chapter 5 Selection of Chimney and Vent Types

5.1 Chimney Types
5.2 Chimney or Vent Selection

Chapter 6 Factory-Built Chimneys and Chimney Units

6.1 Type and Installation
6.2 Use
6.3 Sizing

Chapter 7 Masonry Chimneys

7.1 General Requirements
7.2 Construction of Masonry Chimneys
7.3 Clearance from Combustible Material
7.4 Masonry Chimneys for Incinerators

Chapter 8 Unlisted Metal Chimneys (Smokestacks) for Nonresidential Applications

8.1 General Requirements
8.2 Unlisted Metal Chimneys for Residential-Type or Low-Heat Appliances
8.3 Unlisted Metal Chimneys for Medium-Heat Appliances
8.4 Unlisted Metal Chimneys for High-Heat Appliances

Chapter 9 Chimney Connectors and Vent Connectors

9.1 Connectors Required
9.2 Materials
9.3 Length
9.4 Size
9.5 Clearance
9.6 Location
9.7 Installation
9.8 Interconnection
9.9 Dampers
9.10 Draft Hoods
9.11 Draft Regulators

Chapter 10 Vents

10.1 Types and Uses
10.2 Size
10.3 Location
10.4 Termination (Height)
10.5 Notice of Usage
10.6 Installation
10.7 Special Venting Arrangements

Chapter 11 Fireplaces

11.1 Factory-Built Fireplaces
11.2 Masonry Fireplaces
11.3 Hearth Extensions
11.4 Accessories
11.5 Combustion Air Ducts

Chapter 12 Solid Fuel–Burning Appliances

12.1 Appliances
12.2 Location of Appliances
12.3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation
12.4 Chimney Connections and Usage
12.5 Installation of Residential-Type Appliances
12.6 Clearances from Solid Fuel–Burning Appliances
12.7 Accessories
12.8 Masonry Heaters

Chapter 13 Maintenance

13.1 Initial Installation
13.2 Annual Inspection
13.3 Inspection — Connections
13.4 Appliance or Connector Replacement
13.5 Cleanout Doors
13.6 Cleaning Methods
13.7 Evidence of Damage
13.8 Operating Malfunction
13.9 Damaged or Deteriorated Liners
13.10 Unused Openings

Chapter 14 Inspection of Existing Chimneys

14.1 General
14.2 Type of Inspection
14.3 Level I Inspections
14.4 Level II Inspections
14.5 Level III Inspections

Annex A Explanatory Material
Annex B Informational References
Index