A.O. Smith XDVS, GDVS, GDVH owner manual

4.Using the tube of sealant supplied, run an ample amount around the oval flare of the jacket.

8.Making sure the 6” diameter elbow is centered around the 3” diameter flue, secure the 6” diameter vent pipe using two sheet metal screws at the connection of the elbow and 6” vertical extension.

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5.Place the 6” vent section over the 3” flue section. Subtract 3/4” from the X dimension used earlier and this gives the length of the 6” vent extension. Slide the 6” vent extension apart to this dimension and lock it together using the two screws supplied.

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6.Bend the round end of the 6” vent extension oval at the jacket top and secure it using four sheet metal screws.

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9.The standard vent kit includes a 6” diameter extension pipe which is used when “E” dimension over 6 1/2”.

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10.If “E” Dimension is less than 6 1/2” move to next step.

If “E” dimension is over 6 1/2”, assemble the 6” diameter extension pipe to the 6” diameter vent elbow and secure using two sheet metal screws. Using the tube of sealant supplied, run an ample amount around the joint to insure a good seal.

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7. Place the 3” elbow on the flue extension.

NOTE: Make sure elbow is properly aligned to opening in the outside wall.

Mark the 3” dia. end of the flue extension at the slots the elbow. Using a #22 drill bit, drill holes into the flue extension at the two slots and secure the elbow to the flue extension using the screws provided.

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11.Slide the vent collar (to be installed later) over the 6” vent elbow.

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