VENTING
The vent pipe must be the same size or larger than what is indicated. The
The vent must be installed to prevent the potential accumulation of condensate in the vent pipes. It is recommened that:
a)The vent be installed with a slight downward slope of not more than 1/4” per foot of horizontal run to the vent terminal.
b)The vent be insulated through the length of horizontal run.
For appliances installed in extreme cold climate, it is recommended that:
a)The vent be installed with a slight upward slope of not more than 1/4” per foot of horizontal run to the vent terminal. In this case, an approved condensate trap must be installed per applicable codes.
b)The vent be insulated through the length of the horizontal run.
Reduced Maximum Equivalent Vent Run (feet)
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| 30 | 1 | 35 |
2 |
| 20 | 2 | 30 |
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| 10 | 3 | 25 |
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Fig #9357
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