B. Assemble Slip Sections

Slide the inner flue of the slip section into the inner flue of the pipe section and the outer flue of the slip section over the outer fl ue of the pipe section. See Figure 10.5.

Slide together to the desired length.

Pilot hole

Figure 10.5 Slip Section Pilot Holes

Maintain a 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) overlap between the slip section and the pipe section.

Secure the pipe and slip section with two screws no longer than 1/2 in. (13 mm), using the pilot holes in the slip section. See Figure 10.7.

Figure 10.6 Screws into Slip Section

Continue adding pipe as necessary following instructions in “Assembling Pipe Sections.”

NOTICE: If slip section is too long, the inner and outer flues of the slip section can be cut to the desired length.

C. Secure the Vent Sections

Vertical runs must be supported every 8 ft. (2.44 m) after the 25 ft. (7.62 m) maximum unsupported rise.

Horizontal sections must be supported every 5 feet (1.52 m).

Vent supports or plumbers strap (spaced 120º apart) may be used to support vent sections. See Figures 10.7 and 10.8.

Wall shield fi restops may be used to provide horizontal support to vent sections.

WARNING! Risk of Fire, Explosion or Asphyxiation! Improper support may allow vent to sag and separate. Use vent run supports and connect vent sections per in- stallation instructions. DO NOT allow vent to sag below connection point to appliance.

120º

Figure 10.7 Securing Vertical Pipe Sections

120º

Figure 10.8 Securing Horizontal Pipe Sections

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Escape-42DVLP, Escape-42DV specifications

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