Installation
Vent Installation
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In addition to the requirements below, follow the requirements provided with the vent.
Vertical Vent
Requirements
Use a roof flashing and storm collar
whenever passing through the roof
Use the Simpson ceiling firestop (#1263) whenever
passing through a ceiling (or enclosure and at every
floor penetration.
10"
by
10"
Horizontal Vent
Requirements
Minimum
10" wide
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Slide the vent sections together and turn 1/4 turn until the sections lock in
place.
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Screws are not required to secure the vent. However, three screws may be
used to secure vent sections together if desired.
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High temperature sealant is recommended at the appliance starter section
connection (use high-temperature silicone or Mill-Pac®).
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If disassembly is required, at time of re-assembly check to see if the vent
creates a tight fit. If it does not, apply high temperature sealant to the joints of
the affected sections.
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Horizontal sections require a 1/4" rise every 12" of travel
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Horizontal sections require non-combustible support every three feet (e.g.: plumbing tape)
Travis Industries
Minimum framing
for fire stop
Minimum framing
for fire stop
Minimum
12" tall
4050114
(for qualified installers only)
Use the Travis firestop (part # 93006094) when passing
through a wall. NOTE: make sure the firestop is postitioned
correctly so the 3" clearance is allowed above the vent.
1" Min.
Vertical Termination
(part # 1291)
Combustible
Framing
Min. 1" clearance from
vertical sections to
combustible surfaces.
Combustible
Surfaces
3" Min.
1" Min.
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