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Vent Requirements
•The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or
Vent Clearances
•The vent must maintain the required clearance to combustible materials to prevent a fire. Do not fill air spaces with insulation.
| Before First Firestop | After First Firestop |
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Front | 1/2" | 0" |
Sides | 0" | 0" |
Above | 2" | 2" |
Below Horizontal Section | 1" | 1" |
Below 45° Section | 1" | 0" |
Min. 2" Clearance
Above the Vent
1/2" Clearance to the front of vent before the first firestop.
Use a firestop when passing through any wall (WARNING: some firestops provide a 1" clearance above the vent
0" Clearance to the side of vent after the first firestop.
0" Clearance to the sides after the first firestop.
Use a firestop whenever passing through a ceiling, enclosure or floor penetration.
Altitude Considerations
•This heater has been tested at altitudes ranging from sea level to 8,000 feet (2,400 M). In this testing we have found that the heater, with its standard orifice, burns correctly with just an air shutter adjustment.
•Failure to adjust the air shutter properly may lead to improper combustion which can create a safety hazard. Consult your dealer or installer if you suspect an improperly adjusted air shutter.
Approved Vent
•Use Model GS Direct Vent manufactured by Simpson
•Always use the
•This fireplace accepts 8" diameter GS Direct Vent. Vent configurations with at least 12" of rise may use
Reducer - # 98900165
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