Venting INSTALLATION INFORMATION | CDVSC7 & CDV7 Series Gas Fireplace |
Termination Clearances
Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors.
Inside Corner
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| 6" (152 mm) |
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V Noncombustible 2" (51 mm)
Outside Corner
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V | Noncombustible | ||
2" | (51 mm) | ||
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Alcove Applications*
D
C C
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E
O
Balcony -
with no side wall
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M = |
Combustible & |
Noncombustible |
12" (305 mm) |
Balcony -
with perpendicular side wall
M |
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Combustible & |
Noncombustible |
M = 24" (610 mm) |
P = 20” (508 mm) |
E = Min. 6” (152 mm) for
O = 8’ (2.4 m) Min.
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of Caps | DMin. | CMax. |
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1 | 3’ (914 mm) | 2 x DActual |
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2 | 6’ (1.8 m) | 1 x DActual |
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3 | 9’ (2.7 m) | 2/3 x DActual |
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4 | 12’ (3.7 m) | 1/2 x DActual |
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DMin. = # of Termination caps x 3 |
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CMax. = (2 / # termination caps) x DActual | |||
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*NOTE: Termination in an alcove space (spaces open only on one side and with an overhang) is permitted with the dimensions specified for vinyl or
General Information Assembling Vent Pipes
USA Installations
The venting system must conform to local codes and/or the current National Fuel Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
Only venting components manufactured by MHSC may be used in Direct Vent systems.
Canadian Installations
The venting system must be installed in accordance with the current
Flex Vent Pipes
Before joining the flex vent pipe to the unit, apply a bead of high temperature sealant* (provided) to the 4” pipe exiting the fireplace. Secure flex vent pipe in place with a hose clamp (provided).
*Be sure the flex pipe overlaps at least 1” (25 mm) onto the collars of the fireplace and termination. If the termi- nation has an internal bead, be sure to overlap and se- cure 1” (25 mm) past the bead.
*Be sure the vent is actually crushed before proceeding. Apply a tug to be sure the vent will not slip off the collars. Repeat process with 7” flex vent pipe. The same proce- dure must be performed on the vent side.
Apply High Temperature
Sealant
FP2290 | Hose Clamp |
Figure 10 -
Apply high temperature sealant to 4” and 7” pipes.
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