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CB 1200 Pellet Stove
C. Equivalent Feet of Pipe
The table below can help you calculate the equivalent feet of pipe which is a method used to determine pellet vent size.
See Figure 11.1
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the owner’s information manual provided with this appli- ance. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or your dealer.
Example of 3
2 ft.
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Pellet Venting | # of | Feet of | Multipled | Equivalent | Components | |
Component | Elbows | Pipe |
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90o Elbow or Tee | 3 |
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Horizontal Pipe |
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| X | 1 | 7 |
Vertical Pipe |
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| X | 0.5 | 1 |
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| Total Equivalent Feet | 23 |
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Figure 11.1 |
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D. Pipe Selection Chart | 30 | 4 in. (102mm) Diameter Pipe Only |
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The chart will help you in determining proper |
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venting size according to the equivalent feet of | 20 |
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pipe calculated above and the altitude above sea | Equivalent Pipe |
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level of this installation. See Figure 11.2. |
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Locate the calculated equivalent feet of pipe on | 10 |
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right horizontally on the chart until you reach |
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to 102mm) pipe may be used. If it is anywhere | 1 | ||||||||||
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eter pipe is required. |
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The chart reveals that a 90° elbow is 5 times as | Figure 11.2 |
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restrictive to the flow of exhaust gases under |
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positive pressure as 1 foot of horizontal pipe, and |
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a foot of horizontal pipe is twice as restrictive as |
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a foot of vertical pipe. |
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| Follow Chimney Connector Manufacturer’s Instructions |
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WARNING |
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Fire Risk. |
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| ONLY use connector: |
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Do NOT pack insulation or other |
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combustibles between firestops. |
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• ALWAYS maintain specified clearances |
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around venting and firestop systems. |
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• Install firestops as specified. |
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away from vent pipe may cause fire. |
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