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Top > Heat > Space Heater

Question:

I have a oil space heater that call for a 4 or 5 in. chimney. Will a 6 in. work as well? The total length is 4 ft.

Answer:

These things are engineered too closely to tolerate a 20% change in flue size and still operate efficiently or safely.

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Answered By: Ren Molnar

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