10 Installing Vent Pipe
A. Assembly of Vent Sections
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WARNING! Risk of Fire or Exhaust Fumes! Assemble pipe sections per
C. Securing Vent Sections
Secure vent sections with vent supports following
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Use vent run sup- ports per vent manufacturer’s installation instructions.
•Connect vent sections per vent manufacturer’s instal- lation instructions.
•Maintain all clearances to combustibles. Maintain specified slope (if required).
•Improper support may allow vent to sag or separate.
B. Attaching Vent to Firebox
Attach the first
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SCREW
FLUE OUTLET COLLAR
D. Install Attic Insulation Shield
WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT allow loose materials or insulation to touch vent. Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. requires the use of an attic shield.
The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 and NFPA 54 requires an attic shield constructed of 26 gauge minimum metal that extends at least 2 in. (51 mm) above insulation.
Attic shields must meet specified clearance and be se- cured in place.
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