VINYL SIDING
APPLY SEALANT
TO ALL FOUR
SIDES
SCREWS
BOLT HORIZONTAL
TOP TO VINYL
STANDOFF
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| SCREWS |
WALL THIMBLE |
| VINYL SIDING |
COVER |
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| STANDOFF WITH |
| WALL THIMBLE | SIDING BENEATH |
| REMOVED | |
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Figure 5.8
WARNING
Fire Hazard.
Exhaust Fume Risk.
Impaired Performance of Appliance.
•Ensure vent components are locked together correctly.
•Pipe may separate if not properly joined.
WARNING
Do NOT connect a pipe section to a termination cap without using the telescoping flue section found on the termination cap.
Step 5.
Place the wall thimble cover over the pipe assembly and slide the appliance and vent assembly towards the wall, carefully inserting the vent pipe into the vent termination cap assembly. It is important that the vent pipe extend into the vent termination cap a sufficient distance so as to result in a minimum pipe overlap of
WARNING
Burn Risk.
•Local codes may require installation of a cap shield to prevent anything or anyone from touching the hot cap.
1/4 in. (6mm)
FOLD STRAP
HERE
SHEET METAL SCREW
WALL THIMBLE COVER/CEILING FIRESTOP AS REQUIRED BY LOCAL JURISDICTION
WALL
THIMBLE
STRAP
Figure 5.9
Note: The attachment from the vent pipe to the vent termination cap must be sealed with silicone. Termination caps shall not be recessed into a wall or siding.
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