Chimney & Exhaust Connection; Equivalent Feet Of Pipe - Heatilator PT60 Owner's Manual

POINTE Pellet Fireplace
E. Chimney and Exhaust Connection
CAUTION!
• Do NOT connect this unit to a chimney fl ue servicing
another appliance.
• Do NOT connect to any air distribution duct or system.
Chimney & Connector: Use 3 or 4 inch (76-102mm)
1.
diameter type "L" or "PL" venting system. It can be vented
vertically or horizontally.
2. Mobile Home: Approved for all Listed pellet vent. As
with all installations a Outside Air Kit must be used with
manufactured home installations.
3
. INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE
VENT MANUFACTURER.
4. Exhaust Venting System: Secure to the appliance with
at least 2 screws 180 degrees apart. Also secure all
connector pipe joints with at least 3 screws through each
joint.
NOTE: All pipe must be welded seam pipe whenever
possible. Seal pipe joints with high temperature silicone
(500°F [260°C] minimum rated only).
NOTE: If burning shelled fi eld corn, you must use
approved venting specifi cally designed for corn. Follow
the instructions from the venting manufacturer.
F. Equivalent Feet of Pipe
The table below can help you calculate the equivalent feet
of pipe which is a method used to determine pellet vent size.
Figure 40.1.
3 ft.
2 ft.
Figure 40.1
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Example of 3 Elbow-Rear Vent Termination Calculation
2 ft.
2 ft.
WARNING! RISK OF FIRE!
• Only LISTED venting components may be used.
• NO OTHER vent components may be used.
• Substitute or damaged vent components may impair
safe operation.
Vent surfaces get HOT, can cause burns
if touched. Non-combustible shielding or
guards may be required.
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE!
• Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
• Refer to the owner's information manual provided with this
appliance.
• For assistance or additional information consult a qualifi ed
installer, service agency or your dealer.
Pellet Venting # of Feet of
Component Elbows Pipe
o
90 Elbow or Tee 3
o
45 Elbow
Horizontal Pipe 7
Vertical Pipe 2
Note: This is a generic example and is not
intended to represent any specifi c fuel type.
7051-507
WARNING
Multiplied Equivalent Components
Equivalent Feet
By Feet
X 5
X 3
X 1
X 0.5
Total Equivalent Feet
15
7
1
23
April 29, 2011