Vermont Castings Pinnacle & Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters

Vertical (Through the Roof)

Vent Assembly

NOTE: All vertically terminated installations must, where specified, use the 2¹⁄₄” restrictor plate, to comply with Vertical Termination Window (Fig. 8, Page 9), included in the hardware bag. The plate must be installed within the firebox inner flue collar to insure a proper air/fuel ration is maintained in an appliance vented through the roof. (Fig. 39)

Inner Flue Collar

2¹⁄₄” Restrictor Plate

Vent Starter Pipe

Seal all around crimped end

ST398a

Fig. 39 Install restrictor plate and starter pipe/inner elbow assembly.

Make certain the vent system conforms to all other requirements for vertical termination as specified on Page 9.

This installation will require you to first determine the roof pitch and use the appropriate vent components. Refer to Figure 9, Page 10.

1.Locate the final position of the stove, observing all clearances for both the vent and the stove.

2.Plumb to the center of the inner (4”) flue collar from the ceiling above, and mark that location.

3.Cut the opening: (Fig. 31, Page 20)

9³⁄₈” x 9³⁄₈” (240mm x 240mm)

4.Plumb any additional opening through the roof or other construction that may be needed. In all cases, the opening must provide a minimum of 1” (25mm) clearance to the vent pipe.

5.Place the stove in its final position.

6.Install firestop(s) #7DVFS and Attic Insulation Shield #7DVAIS as needed. (Fig. 40) If there is a room above ceiling level, a firestop must be installed on both the bottom and top sides of the ceiling joists. If an attic is above ceiling level, an attic insulation shield must be installed.

7.Install the appropriate roof support and flashing, making certain that the upper flange of the flashing base is below the shingles. (Fig. 41)

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8.Install appropriate pipe sections until the vent run reaches above the flashing. The enlarged ends of the vent sections always face downward.

9.Install the storm collar and seal around the joints. (Fig. 41)

10.Add additional vent lengths to achieve the proper overall height.

11.Install termination cap.

 

 

#7DVAIS

 

 

Attic Insulation

 

 

Shield

Use Four

#7DVFS

Firestop in

8d Nails

Upper Floor

 

 

 

 

#7DVFS

ST222

 

Firestop in

 

 

Ceiling

Fig. 40

Install firestops and attic insulation shield.

 

Use three #5

 

 

sheet metal

 

 

screws at

 

 

each joint

 

 

Storm

Sealant

 

Collar

 

 

 

Upper edge

 

 

of flange

 

 

goes under

 

 

upper

 

 

shingles

Flashing

 

 

#7DVSKV

 

 

(A, B, or F)

 

 

Roof Support

ST221

Fig. 41

Roof support and flashing.

 

 

 

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Vermont Casting 2997, 2950, 2951, 2998, 2996, 2995 manual Vertical Through the Roof Vent Assembly, ³⁄₈ x 9³⁄₈ 240mm x 240mm
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2950, 2995, 2998, 2996, 2997 specifications

Vermont Castings is renowned for its high-quality cast iron stoves and fireplaces, and the models 2996, 2951, 2950, 2998, and 2997 exemplify this legacy. These stoves are designed to provide both efficiency and aesthetic appeal, making them ideal choices for any home.

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The 2998 model stands out with its large firebox capacity, making it suitable for extended burn times. Designed for wood logs up to 20 inches, it offers an efficient heat output, making it ideal for colder climates. The stove features an easy-to-use air control that allows users to adjust the burn rate for their heating needs, promoting both efficiency and comfort.

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