Question 1

Hi wil this fit  a square chimney

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I have not had mine fitted yet, but I have a round chimney and the bracket is round

Question 2

Does the Rotorvent Turbolite require annual maintenance?

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Hi,

Thank you for your question.

They are maintance free cowls but a drop of oil every now and then wouldnt not hurt at all espchially if your using unseasoned wood. please be aware this cowls are not recommened for flue systems under 4 meters and flue gasses exceeding 250 degrees c and if for the burning of well seasond or kiln dried wood only.

I hope this helps

Kind regards

Paul

Question 3

Can this cowl be used safely with a gas fire?

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i believe the data stated it could be used on any flue of a central heating boiler, but i would go to Rotovent to confirm this.
Ours is on oil-fired boiler. It's been observed that the exhaust emissions alone are not sufficient to rotate it, even though its on a friction-less bearing, it takes a bit of a breeze to spin it.
It is a well engineered bit of kit and worth the money.
Hope this is some help.

Question 4

Will this improve the Updraught as my new wood burning stove seems to have a lack of Draw ?

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Www.Rotovent.at

Yes. The cold exterior air enters the chimney and creates a counter pressure to the warm rising fumes. These fumes are then cooled quicker than normal, preventing a complete exit from the chimney. Furthermore there is also the problem of flying sparks, especially in regions with weather inversion or strong winds. Flying sparks are the number one cause of the dreaded chimney fires. In the case of wood fuel, the risk of a chimney fire is increased due to an incomplete exit of the fumes causing a build-up of pitch. The pitch is then ignited by flying burning sparks. Chimney fires have often been the cause for entire buildings going up in flames.
The inefficient burning prevents the build up of the necessary heating temperature and can result in a definitive decrease of air quality within the house. If the smoke temperature is not hot enough the fumes cannot exit the chimney properly and start to condense. This condensation results in creosote build-up in chimney and flue. Creosote destroys the chimney and narrows the flue, decreasing draft efficiency.
The consequences are extensive and expensive reparations since the damages are discovered much too late.

ASIN	B0030LYZOI
Best Sellers Rank	122,451 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 35 in Chimneys
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (90)
Date First Available	14 Dec. 2009
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Item Package Quantity	1
Item Weight	3.52 kg
Manufacturer	Colt Cowls
Product Dimensions	30 x 30 x 32 cm; 3.52 kg

Rotorvent Turbolite Revolving Chimney Cowl

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