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    lmyuen Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 27, 2009, 11:24 AM
    Venting portable air conditioner through fireplace
    Can I vent a portable air conditioner (not window AC) through my fireplace? I never use fireplace and it is metal insert. Portable AC I'm thinking about is 14,000 BTU if this helps. Thanks
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    Jul 27, 2009, 04:20 PM
    Not a good idea. The residual heat from a portable A/C will not be enough to keep the vent/chimney drawing correctly and the discharge heat will accumulate. The manufacturer gives specific instructions on how to terminate the warm air discharge from the portable unit. Follow the directions for a trouble free install.
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    Jul 27, 2009, 05:50 PM

    Do not do it!! You are looking at creating a deathtrap or bad bad living condition.
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