Empire Comfort Systems DVP42FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 Vertical Termination, General Maintenance

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VERTICAL TERMINATION

Locate and mark the center point of the venting pipe. Using a nail on the underside of the roof and drive this nail through this center point. Make the outline of the roof hole around this center point.

NOTE: Size of the roof hole dimensions depend on the pitch of the roof. There must be a 1 inch clearance (25mm) to the vertical pipe sections. This clearance is to all combustible material.

Cover the opening of the vent pipe and cut and frame the roof hole. Use framing lumber the same size as the roof rafters and install the frame securely. Flashing anchored to frame must withstand high winds. The storm collar is placed over this joint to make a water- tight seal. Non-hardening sealant should be used to completely seal this flashing installation.

Determining Minimum Vent Height Above the Roof.

WARNING: Major U.S. building codes specify minimum chimney and/or vent height above the roof top. These minimum heights are necessary in the interest of safety. These specifica- tions are summarized in Figure 43.

 

 

LOWEST

 

 

DISCHARGE

VENT CAP

 

OPENING

 

 

 

GAS VENT

H

ROOF PITCH IS X/12

H (Min.) - Minimum height from roof to lowest discharge opening

ROOF PITCH

H (Min.)

Flat to 6/12

12" (305 mm)

6/12 to 7/12

15" (381 mm)

Over 7/12 to 8/12

18" (457 mm)

Over 8/12 to 16/12

24" (610 mm)

Over 16/12 to 21/12

36" (914 mm)

Figure 43

Note that for steep roof pitches, the vent height must be increased. In high wind conditions, nearby trees, adjoining roof lines, steep pitched roofs, and other similar factors can result in poor draft, or down-drafting. In these cases, increasing the vent height may solve this problem.

General Maintenance

Conduct an inspection of the venting system semi-annually. Recommended areas to inspect are as follows:

1.Check areas of the venting system which are exposed to the elements for corrosion. These will appear as rust spots or streaks and, in extreme cases, holes. These components should immediately be replaced.

2.Remove the cap and shine a flashlight down the vent. Remove any bird nests or other foreign material.

3.Check for evidence of excessive condensate, such as water droplets forming in the inner liner and subsequently dripping out at joints. Condensate can cause corrosion of caps, pipe and fittings. It may be caused by having excessive lateral runs, too many elbows and exterior portions of the system being exposed to cold weather.

4.Inspect joints to verify that no pipe sections or fittings have been disturbed and, consequently, loosened. Also, check mechanical supports, such as wall straps or plumbers’ tape for rigidity.

Venting terminal shall not be recessed into a wall or siding.

Aremovable panel or other means must be provided in the enclosure for visual inspection of the flue connection.

NOTE: This also pertains to vertical vent systems installed on the outside of the building.

Slide the vertical top SD-1291 over the ends of the vent pipe and secure. (See Figure 44)

Installing the Vent System in a Chase

A chase is a vertical box-like structure built to enclose the gas appliance and/or it’s vent system. Vertical vent runs on the outside of a building may be, but are not required to be installed inside a chase.

Figure 44

CAUTION: Treatment of firestop spacers and construction of the chase may vary with the type of building. These instructions are not substitutes for the requirements of local building codes. Therefore, your local building codes must be checked to determine the requirements for these steps.

NOTE: When installing this vent system in a chase, it is always good building practice to insulate the chase as you would the outside walls of your home. This is especially important for cold climate installations. Upon completion of building your chase framing, install the vent system by following the instructions in this manual. Remember to build the chase large enough so that minimum clearance of combustible materials (including insulation) to the vent system are maintained.

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Contents Effective Date Millivolt Standing PilotIntermittent Pilot Remote RF ModelsMain Title Important Safety Information LP-GAS Warning Odor No Odor Detected Odor FadeSome Points to Remember Vent Directly BELOW. Keep Clear of ALL Obstructions Requirements for MassachusettsIntroduction Fireplace Dimensions SpecificationsLocating Fireplace ClearancesInstalling a New Main Gas Cock GAS SupplyChecking Manifold Pressures Converting flue take-off to rear venting Rear Vent ConversionInstallation Framing and FinishingVent Pipe Clearance Flush Mount Mantel Installation Figure Framing FigureFinishing Figures 12 VERTICAL, 90 Elbow with Horizontal Termination Flush Wall InstallationCombustible Surround Installation Vent Runs Figures 14, 15, 16, 17Model VERTICAL, 90 Elbow to Horizontal OUT the WallExample B Venting Fireplace TOPTo Use the Vent Graph Figure Example aTypical Basement Installation Below Grade InstallationCutting the Hole Figures Positioning the FireplaceExamples TOP Vent RUN Venting Fireplace Rear Dimensions in FeetExamples Rear Vent RUN Vertical Sidewall Installations Termination ClearancesInformation on Various Venting Routes and Components Vent Clearances Vent System Identification Installing Vent Components FigureFraming and Finishing Installing Support Brackets FigureSee Horizontal Termination Page 25 and Vertical Termination Horizontal TerminationDVVK-5F Flex Vent Instructions InstallationDetermining Minimum Vent Height Above the Roof General MaintenanceInstalling the Vent System in a Chase Vertical TerminationVertical Termination Reassembly and Resealing Vent Pipe SystemLOG Placement 3 LOG SET Pilot Flame Figure Operating InstructionsMillivolt System Initial LightingTRW Standing Pilot Wiring Diagram Standing Pilot Lighting Instructions For Your SAFETY, Read Before LightingGlass soots Standing Pilot TroubleshootingFrequent pilot outage problem Pilot and main burner extinguish while in operationIntermittent Pilot Wiring Diagram Intermittent Pilot Operating InstructionsElectrical Connection Figure Damage, personal injury or loss of life Intermittent Pilot Lighting InsturctionsOperation Intermittent Pilot TroubleshootingS8600H Intermittent Ignition Module Specifications CheckoutMain Burner Operation Safety LockoutIgnition System Checks Check ignition cable. Make sure ARC Length ActionIntermittent Pilot Troubleshooting RF Standing Pilot Operating Instructions Status Action RF Transmitter FunctionsRF Wiring Diagram Wiring Diagram with BlowerWhat to do if YOU Smell GAS RF Standing Pilot Lighting InstructionsMaintenance and Service Parts View Index Part Number Description DVP42 DVP48 Parts ListParts List FBB4 Optional Variable Speed Blower Installation Blower MotorBlower Wheels Volt AC Optional Brick Liner Installation Instructions Junction BOX Wiring Installation InstructionsFBB4 AccessoriesService Notes HOW to Order Repair Parts Service Notes Service Notes 17375-10-0706

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