Jotul GZ 550 DV II manual Vent Requirements, Venting Guidelines

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Vent Requirements

The GZ550 DV Acadia Gas Fireplace is approved for use with direct vent components produced by the following manufacturers:

•Simpson Dura-Vent Corporation, 5/8 and 4/6 pipe

•Security Vent Ltd. International, 5/8 and 4/6 pipe

•Amerivent Corporation, 4/6 pipe

•Selkirk Metalbestos Corp. MDV Direct Vent Systems

Use vent components from a single vent manu- facturer. Do not combine parts from different manufacturers in a single installation.

The vent termination must fall within the shaded area designated in the diagrams in Figures 12 - 14.

Venting Guidelines

„The minimum height for a vertical termination cap must be no less than 7' from the top of the unit. The maximum height must not exceed 35'.

„The minimum vent height above the roof or adjacent walls is specified by major building codes. Use the Gas Vent Rule as a general guide. See fig.10. requirements of the approval listing and the manufacturer’s instructions.

„Clearance (airspace) between Vent and Combustibles:

Top - 2” (51 mm) Sides/Bottom - 1” (25 mm)

„Wall Cutout Dimensions:

4/6 Pipe - 10” x 10”

5/8 Pipe - 11” x 11”

„Any horizontal run must rise 1/4” per foot.

„Install venting in accordance with the vent manufacturers’ instructions. Never modify any venting component, or use any damaged venting product.

„THE GAS APPLIANCE AND VENT SYSTEM MUST BE VENTED DIRECTLY TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE BUILDING. DO NOT CONNECT VENT TO A

CHIMNEY SERVING A SOLID FUEL OR ANOTHER GAS APPLIANCE.

 

 

 

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Figure 10. Gas Vent Height Rule: Vertical vent termination height above roof.

„Do not recess the vent terminal into a wall or siding.

„Inspect the vent system annually for blockage and deterioration. If the vent-air intake system is disassembled for any reason, reinstall according to the instructions provided for initial installation.

„Installation of any components not manufactured or approved by Jøtul or failure to meet all clear- ance requirements will void all warranties and may result in property damage, bodily injury, or loss of life.

IN DESIGNING THE VENT SYSTEM, DO NOT

COUNT THE 45° ELBOW CONNECTED TO THE

VENT COLLAR AS AN ELBOW.

45° Elbow

6” Vent Section

„Joint Sealing Requirement: Apply a 1/8” bead of high- temperature (750°F) sealant to the male section of the inner vent pipe. See fig. 9. The cement should seal the inner pipe from the outer pipe.

SEAL ANT

Wall Support

Wall Termination

Figure 9. Seal each inner joint before joining pipe.

Figure 11. Typical minimum horizontal vent configuration - 5/8 Simpson DuraVent. Do not use 4/6 pipe in this configuration.

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Contents Jøtul GZ 550 DV Acadia Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation and Operation InstructionsWelcome to Jøtul Table of Contents Specifications Test StandardsInput Rates General Information Suggested Tools for Installation and ServiceInstallation Requirements Safety InformationPlacement and Framing Parallel InstallationCabinet Dimensions Hearth Protection Facing and Clearance RequirementsMantel and Trim Clearance Venting Guidelines Vent RequirementsHorizontal Termination Vertical TerminationHeightin Feet Horizontal Termination ClearanceFireplace Installation Optional BlowerVariable Vent Restriction If appropriate, attach the 4/6 Vent Adaptor Collar Final Cabinet PositioningConnect the Gas Supply Gas Supply RequirementsGas Pressure Derating Procedure High Altitude AdjustmentHigh Altitude Orifice Chart Excessive gas pressureConversion Kit Contents Fuel Conversion ProcedureFuel Conversion Tools requiredBurner Orifice Change the Pilot OrificeAdjust the Air Shutter See fig Change the Regulator See figApply the Conversion Labels Remote Control Wall Thermostat InstallationGlass Frame latch locations Brick Panel AssemblyInstall Right Log, Rear Log and Left Log in that order Logset AssemblyDoor Installation Surround AssemblyDoor Alignment Adjustment Optional Double DoorSystem Check Flame Appearance / Air Shutter AdjustmentAir Inlet Settings Air Shutter AdjustmentBurner Controls OperationGeneral Cleaning MaintenanceGlass Care Gasket InspectionWAS Fireplace CON Lllustrated Parts Breakdown GZ550 AcadiaGZ 550 DV Acadia Parts QuickFace Fronts w/ Screen GZ 550 DV Optional AccessoriesControl Valve Lighting InstructionsJøtul North America Jøtul ASA

GZ 550 DV II specifications

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