FIREPLACE TERMINOLOGY

The inner hearth of a fireplace is covered with stone or slate.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following is the purpose of a damper?

• A damper protects the floor from sparks.

• A damper deflects cold air flowing down the chimney upward into the rising warm air from the fire.

• A damper regulates the flow of air and stops downward drafts of cold air when the fireplace is not operating.

• A damper allows smoke from the fire to leave the dwelling.

Which of the following statements about flues is true?

• If the height of the flue is less than 16', the size should be increased to provide the necessary updraft.

• Each flue requires at least 6" of masonry on all sides.

• The flue's cross-sectional area should be at least 1/10th the size of the fireplace opening.

• It is better to have a flue that is slightly too small than one that is slightly too large.

Which of these statements about a single-face fireplace is false?

• It is the most common type.

• It is the least difficult type to construct.

• It usually functions better than other types of fireplaces.

• t is also known as a projecting corner fireplace.

If a chimney is located along a single slope of a roof, the chance of water problems is minimized.

• TRUE

• FALSE

The heat recirculation feature in prefabricated metal fireplaces draws air in from the room, heats it, and returns warm air to the room.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Circulating stoves can be placed closer to combustible material than radiant stoves.

• TRUE

• FALSE

A radiant stove uses airflow, as well as radiant heat, to distribute warmth throughout a room

• TRUE

• FALSE

A stove that has a metal-coated ceramic chamber with a honeycomb design is a _____ stove.

• CIRCULATING

• RADIANT

• CATALYTIC

• PELLET

Which of the following statements about high-efficiency stoves is false?

• They are over 50% efficient.

• They include Franklin stoves and pot belly stoves.

• They use heat exchange devices to increase heat output.

• All of the above.