Vent Requirements
The GZ550 DV Acadia Gas Fireplace is approved for use with direct vent components produced by the following manufacturers:
•Simpson
•Security Vent Ltd. International, 5/8 and 4/6 pipe
•Amerivent Corporation, 4/6 pipe
•Selkirk Metalbestos Corp. MDV Direct Vent Systems
Use vent components from a single vent manu- facturer. Do not combine parts from different manufacturers in a single installation.
The vent termination must fall within the shaded area designated in the diagrams in Figures 12 - 14.
Venting Guidelines
The minimum height for a vertical termination cap must be no less than 7' from the top of the unit. The maximum height must not exceed 35'.
The minimum vent height above the roof or adjacent walls is specified by major building codes. Use the Gas Vent Rule as a general guide. See fig.10. requirements of the approval listing and the manufacturer’s instructions.
Clearance (airspace) between Vent and Combustibles:
Top - 2” (51 mm) Sides/Bottom - 1” (25 mm)
Wall Cutout Dimensions:
4/6 Pipe - 10” x 10” | 5/8 Pipe - 11” x 11” |
Any horizontal run must rise 1/4” per foot.
Install venting in accordance with the vent manufacturers’ instructions. Never modify any venting component, or use any damaged venting product.
THE GAS APPLIANCE AND VENT SYSTEM MUST BE VENTED DIRECTLY TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE BUILDING. DO NOT CONNECT VENT TO A
CHIMNEY SERVING A SOLID FUEL OR ANOTHER GAS APPLIANCE.
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Figure 10. Gas Vent Height Rule: Vertical vent termination height above roof.
Do not recess the vent terminal into a wall or siding.
Inspect the vent system annually for blockage and deterioration. If the
Installation of any components not manufactured or approved by Jøtul or failure to meet all clear- ance requirements will void all warranties and may result in property damage, bodily injury, or loss of life.
IN DESIGNING THE VENT SYSTEM, DO NOT
COUNT THE 45° ELBOW CONNECTED TO THE
VENT COLLAR AS AN ELBOW.
45° Elbow
6” Vent Section
Joint Sealing Requirement: Apply a 1/8” bead of high- temperature (750°F) sealant to the male section of the inner vent pipe. See fig. 9. The cement should seal the inner pipe from the outer pipe.
SEAL 
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Wall Support
Wall Termination
Figure 9. Seal each inner joint before joining pipe.
Figure 11. Typical minimum horizontal vent configuration - 5/8 Simpson DuraVent. Do not use 4/6 pipe in this configuration.
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