B. Assemble Slip Sections

WARNING! Risk of Fire or Asphyxiation! Overlap pipe sections at least 1 1/2 in. (38 mm). Secure slip sections with two screws which must not exceed 1/2 in. (13 mm) in length. Use the pilot holes. Pipe could separate if not properly joined.

•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 flue of the pipe section. See Figure 10.5.

•Slide together to the desired length.

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 10.6.

Figure 10.6 Screws into Slip Section

•Continue adding pipe as necessary following instructions in “Assemble 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.

NOTICE: When installing a vent system with an HRC termination cap, all pipe system joints shall be sealed using a high temperature silicone sealant.

•Apply a bead of silicone sealant inside the female outer pipe joint prior to joining sections.

•Only outer pipes are sealed, sealing the inner flue is not required.

•All unit collar, pipe, slip section, elbow and cap outer flues shall be sealed.

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QFP38-NG, QFP38-LP specifications

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