Wall Thimble Installation - FULTON Vantage VTG Series Installation And Operation Manual

INSTALLATION
WARNING
All information in this manual is for
reference and guidance purposes,
and does not substitute for required
professional training, conduct, and strict
adherence to applicable jurisdictional/
professional codes and regulations.
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for installation instructions. Minimum wall thickness through which vent
system may be installed is 3.25 inches (8.26 cm). Maximum wall thickness
through which vent system may be installed is 20 inches (50.8 cm).
 Wall Thimble Installation
Adhere to the following for installation (see Figure 14):
1. The thimble is inserted through the wall from the outside.
2. Secure the outside fl ange to the wall with nails or screws, and seal with
adhesive material.
3. Install the inside fl ange to the inside wall, secure with nails or screws, and
seal with adhesive material.
4. Pass the vent pipe through the thimble from the outside and join to the
rest of the vent system. Seal the pipe to the thimble fl ange with adhesive
material.
5. Install two pipe retaining clamps around the intake as well as vent pipes on
both ends of the wall thimble (on the inside and outside of the wall)
through which intake and vent pipes are passed. They will prevent the
intake and vent pipes from being pushed or pulled.
FIGURE 14 - WALL THIMBLE INSTALLATION
SECTION 2
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