B. Clearances

WARNING! Risk of Fire! You must comply with all minimum air space clearances to combustibles as specified in Fig- ure 6.2. DO NOT pack required air spaces with insulation or other materials.

Storm Collar

Roof Flashing

(attic)

(insulation)

2 in. (51 mm) min.

Shaded areas

represent

2 in. (51 mm) min. air space clearance required around pipe

Attic

Insulation

Shield

(ceiling)

Offset/Return (secured

with hanger straps)

(ceiling)

Ceiling Firestop

0 in. to level of standoffs

Must have 2 in. (51 mm)

minimum clearance

to header

Combustible Object

48 in. 1219 mm

1/2 in. (13 mm) to back & sides of appliance

0in.

to floor

Figure 6.2 Clearances to Combustible Materials

Note: Chimney air kit is not shown, but is required in Canada.

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