Can I remove the legs from a Vogelzang Durango Wood-Burning Stove on a real rock hearth?

Question

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I have a real rock hearth, the company won't tell me its ok to remove the legs due to legal issues. My teracota flute is encased in solid brick covered by 4" slate rock and the opening to the flute is only 2 foot off the hearth. The hearth is very large, 2 foot off the floor and it too is concreate block with 4" slate rock on top of that. I need to remove the legs on this stove so I can attach the stove pipe. There should be room to sit the stove on 1" fire bricks or other material if needed or on the corners if a 1 inch air flow under the unit is desireable. Thanks in advanced.

Answer 1

The manufacturer wont telll you it's ok to remove the legs because they suggest a 6" space under the stove and don't want to be reliable for any fires. You will probably have to call your local fire dept to have them inspect the floor to make sure it can take the extreme heat . Most States require a permit and inspection upon installation. You have to follow the manufactures requirements on back space and wall space as well as floor.