Install The Vent System - Superior DRL6542TEN Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Innovative Hearth Products
Superior DRL6000 Series Direct-Vent Gas Fireplaces
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Clearance to combustibles
Maintain the minimum clearance to combustibles (e.g., framing, attic, ceiling insulation, etc.).
For all vertical runs:
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NOTE: Attic insulation shield (96K94) must be installed when blown or loose-fill insulation is used, and is
recommended for all attic installations.
For all horizontal/inclined runs:
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Install the Vent System

9.
Install the Vertical Termination Vent System
These instructions should be used as a guideline and do not supersede local codes in any way. Install venting
according to local codes, these instructions, the current National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI-Z223.1) in the USA or the
current standards of CAN/CGA-B149.1 in Canada.
Ensure clearances are in accordance with local installation codes and the requirements of the gas supplier.
Vertical vent systems terminate through the roof. The minimum vent height above the roof and/or adjacent walls
is specified in ANSI Z223.1 (In Canada, the current CAN/CGA-B149.1 installation code) by major building codes.
Always consult your local codes for specific requirements. A general guide to follow is the gas vent rule (Table 6).
The following figures and their associated vertical vent tables illustrate the various configurations that are possible
for use with these fireplaces. Secure Vent
A table summarizes each configuration's minimum and maximum vertical and horizontal length parameters for a
variety of applications.
1. Refer to Figure 26, Table 19, and Table 20 on Page 27–28 to select the type of vertical installation desired.
Vertical (Straight) Installation
1. Determine the number of straight vent sections required—See Effective Vent Length on Page 21 for more
Figure 21: Vertical (Straight) Installation
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1" (25 mm) from all sides
3" (76 mm) from the top
1" (25 mm) from the sides
1" (25 mm) from the bottom
Dégagement conforme aux codes d'installa tion locaux et aux exigences du foumisseunde gaz.
Elbows are available in 90° and 45° configurations. Refer to Figure 20 on Page 22 for the SV4.5E45 and
SV4.5E90 elbow dimensional specifications.
information. Plan the vent lengths so that a joint does not occur at the intersection of ceiling or roof joists.
Vertical termination
Max. 60 ft
(18 m)
Min. 6 ft
(1.8 m)
pipe is shown in these figures; Secure Flex
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Flashing and
storm collar
See Table 8
Vertical
firestop/spacer
SecureVent®
vent sections
Installation
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pipe may also be used.
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