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Mt. Vernon Pellet Stove (AE)
B.Chimney and Exhaust Connection
1.Chimney & Connector: Use 3 or 4 inch
2.Mobile Home: Approved for all Listed pellet vent. If using the 3 inch (76mm) vertical Top Vent Adapter Kit or the 3 to 6 inch
3.Residential: The 3 inch (76mm) vertical Top Vent Adapter Kit and the 3 to 6 inch
4.INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER.
5. Secure exhaust venting system to the appliance with at least 3 screws. Also secure all connector pipe joints with at least 3 screws through each joint.
NOTE: All pipe must be welded seam pipe whenever possible. Seal pipe joints with high temperature silicone (500°F [260°C] minimum rated only).
NOTE: If burning shelled field corn, you must use approved venting specifically designed for corn. Follow the instructions from the venting manufacturer.
WARNING
Fire Risk
•Only LISTED venting components may be used.
•NO OTHER vent components may be used. Substitute or damaged vent components may impair safe operation.
WARNING
Vent surfaces get HOT, can cause burns if touched.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the owner’s information manual provided with this ap- pliance. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or your dealer.
C. Equivalent Feet of Pipe
The table below can help you calculate the equivalent feet of pipe which is a method used to determine pellet vent size.
See Figure 11.1.
Example of 3 Elbow-Rear Vent Termination Calculation
2 ft.
3 ft.
2 ft.
Pellet Venting | # of | Feet of | Multiplied | Equivalent | Components | |
Component | Elbows | Pipe |
| By | Feet | Equivalent Feet |
90o Elbow or Tee | 3 |
|
| X | 5 | 15 |
45o Elbow |
|
|
| X | 3 |
|
Horizontal Pipe |
| 7 |
| X | 1 | 7 |
Vertical Pipe |
| 2 |
| X | 0.5 | 1 |
|
|
|
| Total Equivalent Feet | 23 |
Note: This is a generic example and is not intended to represent any specific fuel type.
2 ft.
Figure 11.1
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