Quadra-Fire iLLAGE QV32-A Installer's Manual page 26

D
E
v
B
L
v
F
= VENT TERMINAL
V
A = 12" ....................... clearances above grade, veran-
(See Note 1)
B = 12" ....................... clearances to window or door
D* = 18" ....................... vertical clearance to ventilated
E* = 18" ....................... clearance to unventilated soffit
F = 9" ......................... clearance to outside corner
G = 6" .......................... clearance to inside corner
H = 3 ft. (Canada) ...... not to be installed above a gas
I = 3 ft. (U.S.A.)
6 ft. (Canada) ....... clearance to service regulator
* 30" minimum for vinyl clad soffits.
** a vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved
driveway which is located between two single family dwellings
and serves both dwellings.
*** only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully open on
a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor.
NOTE 1: On private property where termination is less than 7 feet
above a sidewalk, driveway, deck, porch, veranda or balcony, use of
a listed cap shield is suggested.
NOTE 2: Termination in an alcove space (spaces open only on one side
and with an overhang) are permitted with the dimensions specified for
vinyl or non-vinyl siding and soffits. 1. There must be 3 feet minimum
between termination caps. 2. All mechanical air intakes within 10 feet
of a termination cap must be a minimum of 3 feet below the termination
cap. 3. All gravity air intakes within 3 feet of a termination cap must be
a minimum of 1 foot below the termination cap.
Figure 31. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances
CAUTION: IF EXTERIOR WALLS ARE FINISHED WITH VINYL SIDING, IT IS NECESSARY TO INSTALL THE VINYL PROTECTOR
KIT TO THE TOP OF THE EXTERIOR FIRESTOP (FOR ALL ROUND TERMINATION CAPS). IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED
WHENEVER POSSIBLE TO USE THE VINYL PROTECTOR KIT.
G
v
A
B
v
v
v
v
X
= AIR SUPPLY INLET
da, porch, deck or balcony
that may be opened, or to per-
manently closed window.
soffit located above the terminal
within a horizontal distance of 2
feet (60 cm) from the center-line
of the terminal
meter/regulator assembly within
3 feet (90cm) horizontally from the
center-line of the regulator
vent outlet and electric service
H
U.S.
(3 FT)
B B
M
I
A
= AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED
J = 9" (U.S.A.)
12" (Canada) ......... clearance to non-mechani-
K = 3 ft. (U.S.A.)
6 ft. (Canada) ......... clearance to a mechanical
L** = 7 ft. ......................... clearance above paved
(See Note 1)
M*** = 18" ......................... clearance under veranda,
N = 6" ........................... non-vinyl sidewalls
12" ......................... vinyl sidewalls
O = 18" ......................... non-vinyl soffit and overhang
42" ......................... vinyl soffit and overhang
P = 8 ft.
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1 cap
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2 caps
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3 caps
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4 caps
Q = # termination caps x 3
MIN
NOTE 3: Local codes or regulations may require different
clearances.
NOTE 4: Termination caps may be hot. Consider their proximity to
doors or other traffic areas.
WARNING: In the U.S: Vent system termination is NOT permitted
in screened porches. You must follow side wall, overhang and
ground clearances as stated in the instructions.
In Canada: Vent system termination is NOT permitted in screened
porches. Vent system termination is permitted in porch areas
with two or more sides open. You must follow all side walls,
overhang and ground clearances as stated in the instructions.
Aladdin Hearth Products assumes no responsibility for the im-
proper performance of the fireplace when the venting system
does not meet these requirements.
30
O
N
P
R
Q
(See Note 2)
v
X
J or K
cal air supply inlet to build-
ing or the combustion air in-
let to any other appliance
air supply inlet
sidewalk or a paved driveway
located on public property
porch, deck or balcony
Q R
MIN MAX
3 feet 2 x Q
6 feet 1 x Q
9 feet 2/3 x Q
12 feet 1/2 x Q
R = (2 / # termination caps) x Q
MAX
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