Drolet GTX-I manual Vent installation, Acceptable configurations, For horizontal termination

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3.3.4 Vent installation

3.3.4.1 Acceptable configurations

The stove must be connected to Simpson GS Dura Vent or Security Chimneys International (Secure Vent) 4” x 6 5/8” venting. Install the vent components according to the manufacturer's instructions. Use a maximum of two 90 degree elbows and four 45 degree elbows. Slope horizontal pipe at least 1/4" (6 mm) rise per foot of horizontal run. Allow 2" (50 mm) clearance to the vent. A vinyl siding standoff must be used when terminating horizontally to vinyl siding as well a heat guard must be installed when using a 36" snorkel. Refer to the graph for allowable vent configurations.

Note: If at any time the vent-air intake piping is dismantled, use the vent manufacturer’s instructions and the sealing instructions for reassembly.

For horizontal termination:

The maximum horizontal length using the minimum vertical length must consist of:

•A minimum of 6 feet (1.82m) of vertical length directly on top of stove.

•One 90 degree elbow.

•A maximum of 10 feet (3m) of horizontal length.

•A wall thimble.

•A wall thimble cover.

•A horizontal termination cap.

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