DuraVent PolyPro Series Installation Instructions Manual

Polypro single-wall and concentric gas vent system for category ii & iv gas-burning appliances

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Installation Instructions
PolyPro Single-Wall and
Concentric Gas Vent System for
Category II & IV
Gas-Burning Appliances

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  • Page 1 Installation Instructions PolyPro Single-Wall and Concentric Gas Vent System for Category II & IV Gas-Burning Appliances...
  • Page 2 Do not mix pipe, fittings, or joining methods from different vent system manufacturers. Do not use adhesives of any kind with this venting system. PolyPro® is one of DuraVent's line of products. • Acceptance of the installed system is dependent on full compliance with...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PolyPro Single-Wall and Concentric Gas Vent System For the most up-to-date installation instructions, see www.duravent.com CONTENTS LISTING ............. 4 APPLICATION .
  • Page 4: Listing

    Massachusetts Plumbers Board, conservative requirements. If you have any # G1-0811-42 questions, contact either your dealer or DuraVent directly. A venting system must APPLICATION not be routed into, through, or within any ANSI Category II and IV gas-burning other vent, such as an existing masonry or...
  • Page 5: Condensate Drain

    DuraVent can not be held responsible for appliance model. This information should poor appliance performance or damage to include guidance on the maximum number buildings due to an incorrect installation.
  • Page 6: Enclosure Requirements

    FIRESTOPS ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS Firestops are required at each ceiling/ Through Rooms: Interior vents shall be floor penetration including an attic. enclosed where they extend through closets, Firestops are not required at the roof storage areas, occupied spaces, or any place deck penetration.
  • Page 7: Polypro Single-Wall

    POLYPRO TO DURAVENT / SECURITY downward over the socket, disengage tab CHIMNEY METAL VENT CONNECTION 1/4"-5/8" from socket. To transition from PolyPro to Duravent / LOCKING Security metal vents that are UL 1738 or ULC LOCKING BAND RECESS 636 listed, an approved adapter must be used.
  • Page 8: Appliance Connection

    APPLIANCE CONNECTION: 2" - 4" INSTALLATION If the appliance has a PVC/CPVC female Pipe lengths may be cut to length (Fig.6). If the Locking Tab is removed outlet, use the Appliance Adapter/ PVC Adapter and Clamp. (Fig.4) use the new Locking Clamp (Fig.3b PPS- LC) or alternative clamp ( Fig.4 PPS-PAC If the appliance has a PVC/CPVC Male / PPS-LBC) for the connection.
  • Page 9: Horizontal Terminations

    The venting system shall be securely Cut and frame hole. (Table 3) supported using suitable hangers. Attach Interior Wall Plate to interior wall. Supports made by DuraVent are Attach and seal Exterior Wall Plate to recommended; field supplied supports, exterior wall.
  • Page 10 POSITIONED POSITIONED VERTICALLY HORIZONTALLY EXTERIOR WALL PLATE EXHAUST PIPE INTERIOR WALL PLATE APPLY BEAD OF SILICON SEALANT AROUND FEMALE END OF PIPE TO SEAL AGAINST EXTERIOR WALL PLATE EXHAUST TIP OUTER COVER PLATE AIR INLET PIPE Figure 11 Horizontal Twin Pipe (Fig.11) POLYPRO PIPE Locate penetration.
  • Page 11: Vertical Terminations

    Stainless Horizontal (Fig.14) BIRD GUARD Cut opening in the wall. Add Trim Plates and Locking Clamp/ Band (if applicable) to final pipe length BLACK before installing. Make sure flanges UV PROTECTED PIPE are facing towards the wall. Use non- hardening sealant where necessary. After Exterior Trim Plate is mounted to wall, measure 3"...
  • Page 12 The lower portion of the vent system must Figure 17 be supported and firestopped per applicable DuraVent instruction. If there are multiple offsets in the conduit or a rigid Polypro install proves to be too challenging, PolyPro Flex is an acceptable replacement in the US.
  • Page 13: Polypro Concentric

    (Fig.18) APPLIANCE CONNECTION Begin assembling your vent install at the appliance flue outlet. If necessary, use an approved appliance adapter to transition from the appliance outlet to DuraVent Concentric PolyPro venting. (Fig.19) Figure 18 *CHECK THE APPLIANCE INSTALLATION PP CONCENTRIC INSTRUCTIONS TO SEE IF AN ADAPTER IS REQUIRED.
  • Page 14: Installation

    (Fig.20) Figure 21 The venting system shall be securely supported using suitable hangers. 4IN (100MM) DuraVent hardware is recommended 4IN (100MM) however field supplied support hardware, such as all-thread or plumbers tape, approved by the AHJ is acceptable. Hardware must be fixed to a rigid surface such as a wall, stud, or framing, and must not deform or damage the vent (Fig.
  • Page 15: Horizontal Terminations

    • Attach the Exterior Wall Thimble Plate to Assemble the PolyPro Single-Wall the Horizontal Vent Termination. Insert venting according to the DuraVent the assembly through the Interior Wall PolyPro Single-Wall instructions Plate from the exterior of the building. beginning on page 7.
  • Page 16: Vertical Terminations

    INSTALL GASKETS INTERIOR WALL PLATE EXTERIOR WALL PLATE HORIZONTAL TERMINATION AIR INLET EXHAUST CO-LINEAR ADAPTER Figure 26 • On a pitched roof, install the Flashing EXHAUST with the upper edge under the SCREW TO AIR INTAKE TERMINATION existing roofing material. Center the Flashing over the roof framing.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    PolyPro Concentric adapter, install gaskets as shown in Fig.24 before connecting to the vent pipe. • Assemble the PolyPro Single-Wall venting according to the DuraVent PolyPro Single-Wall instructions beginning on page 7. (Fig.26) Attach the supplied support clamp around Figure 28...
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  • Page 20: Warranty

    This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, smoke damage or damage caused by chimney fires, acts of God, or any product that was: (1) purchased other than from an authorized DuraVent dealer, retailer or distributor; (2) modified or altered; (3) improperly serviced, inspected or cleaned;...

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