10 Installation (For Qualified Installers Only)
© Travis Industries 4070806 100-01191_000Pellet Vent Type
Must be 4" diameter Type "L" (except for masonry fireplace installations) - or - connect the
vent to a factory built type "A" chimney. All vent joints (including adapters, elbows, etc)
must be sealed with 500° F. RTV silicone.
Installing the Pellet VentSeal each vent section (including adapters, elbows, etc...) by injecting a liberal amount of 500° F. RTV silicone into the gap between sections.
500° F. RTV
Silicone
Horizontal sections must have a 1/4" rise every 12" of travel.
Pellet vent connections must be sealed airtight with 500° F. RTV silicone and screwed
together with at least three sheet metal screws.
Pellet Vent Termination
Vent must terminate on the exterior of the dwelling. Horizontal terminations must protrude a
minimum12" from the wall. Vertical terminations must protrude a minimum 24" from the roof
surface. In addition, all clearances listed below must be met.
Must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering) or a 45° downturn with rodent screen.
If the termination is located on a windy side of the house, an approved house shield is
recommended to prevent soot from building up on the side of the house.
Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material.
H
G
A
D
F
NOTE: Measure clearances to the nearest edge of the exhaust hood.
A
E
B
C
F
X
H
A Minimum 4' clearance below or beside any door or window that opens
Minimum 1 clearance below or beside any window that does not open.
B Minimum 1' clearance above any door or window that opens
C Minimum 2' clearance from any adjacent building
D Minimum 7' clearance above any grade when adjacent to public walkways
NOTE: Vent may not terminate in covered walkway or breezeway.
E Minimum 2' clearance above any grass, plants, or other combustible materials
F Minimum 3' clearance from any forced air intake of any other appliance
G Minimum 2' clearance below eaves or overhangs
H Minimum 1' clearance horizontally from combustible wall
X Must be a minimum of 2' above the roof