Assemble Slip Sections - Quadra-Fire TOPAZ-MBK-IPI Installation Manual

B. Assemble Slip Sections
• Slide the inner flue of the slip section into the inner flue
of the pipe section and the outer flue of the slip section
over the outer flue of the pipe section. See Figure 7.3.
• Slide together to the desired length.
Pilot hole
Figure 7.3 Slip Section Pilot Holes
• Maintain a 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) overlap between the slip
section and the pipe section.
• Secure the pipe and slip section with three screws no
longer than 1/2 in. (13 mm), using the pilot holes in the
slip section. See Figure 7.4.
Figure 7.4 Screws into Slip Section
• Continue adding pipe as necessary following instructions
in "Assembling Pipe Sections."
NOTICE: If slip section is too long, the inner and outer flues
of the slip section can be cut to the desired length.
• Apply a bead of silicone sealant (300º F minimum
continuous exposure rating) inside the female outer pipe
joint prior to joining sections.
• Only outer pipes are sealed, sealing the inner flue is not
required.
• All unit collar, pipe, slip section, elbow and cap outer flues
shall be sealed.
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