Quadra-Fire MTVERNON-AE-CSB B.Chimney and Exhaust Connection, C. Equivalent Feet of Pipe

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Mt. Vernon Pellet Stove (AE)

B.Chimney and Exhaust Connection

1.Chimney & Connector: Use 3 or 4 inch (76-102mm) diameter type "L" or "PL" venting system. It can be vented vertically or horizontally.

2.Mobile Home: Approved for all Listed pellet vent. If using the 3 inch (76mm) vertical Top Vent Adapter Kit or the 3 to 6 inch (76-152mm) Top Vent Offset Adapter, use Listed double wall flue connector. A Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit must be used with manufactured home installations.

3.Residential: The 3 inch (76mm) vertical Top Vent Adapter Kit and the 3 to 6 inch (76-152mm) Top Vent Offset Adapter are tested to use 24 gauge single wall flue connector or Listed double wall flue connector to Class A Listed metal chimneys, or masonry chimneys meeting International Residential Code standards for solid fuel appliances.

4.INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER.

5. Secure exhaust venting system to the appliance with at least 3 screws. Also secure all connector pipe joints with at least 3 screws through each joint.

NOTE: All pipe must be welded seam pipe whenever possible. Seal pipe joints with high temperature silicone (500°F [260°C] minimum rated only).

NOTE: If burning shelled field corn, you must use approved venting specifically designed for corn. Follow the instructions from the venting manufacturer.

WARNING

Fire Risk

•Only LISTED venting components may be used.

•NO OTHER vent components may be used. Substitute or damaged vent components may impair safe operation.

WARNING

Vent surfaces get HOT, can cause burns if touched. Non-combustible shielding or guards may be required.

WARNING

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the owner’s information manual provided with this ap- pliance. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or your dealer.

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.

Example of 3 Elbow-Rear Vent Termination Calculation

2 ft.

3 ft.

2 ft.

Pellet Venting	# of	Feet of	Multiplied		Equivalent	Components
Component	Elbows	Pipe		By	Feet	Equivalent Feet
90o Elbow or Tee	3			X	5	15
45o Elbow				X	3
Horizontal Pipe		7		X	1	7
Vertical Pipe		2		X	0.5	1
				Total Equivalent Feet		23

Note: This is a generic example and is not intended to represent any specific fuel type.

2 ft.

Figure 11.1

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