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ROUND AMERI-VENT
Model 'E' - Sizes 3" through 6"
Model 'R' - Sizes 7" through 30"
OVAL AMERI-VENT
Size 4" - Type B, Type B 2x4, Type BW
Size 5" - Type B, Type B 2x4
Size 6" - Type B
AMERI-VENT GAS VENT AND ACCESSORIES ARE FOR USE ONLY WITH
LISTED GAS FIRED APPLIANCES EQUIPPED WITH A DRAFT HOOD OR
OTHER APPLIANCES LISTED FOR USE WITH TYPE B GAS VENT.
AMERI-VENT GAS VENT AND ACCES-
SORIES ARE NOT TO BE USED WITH
INCINERATORS OR WITH APPLIANCES
BURNING SOLID OR LIQUID FUELS.
Vent sizing and installation are to be made in accordance
with all applicable local building codes. For further
information, please consult the National Fuel Gas Code
(NFPA 54).
USAGE
Ameri-Vent Gas Vent and fittings are intended to form a
continuous passageway from the gas appliance to the
termination of the vent above the roof, including the vent cap.
*For fuels other than gas, write for Ameri-Tec or VSI Chimney Information.
®
TYPE B GAS VENT
®
GAS VENT - Model 'O'
*
This symbol on
the product means
the product is
listed by
Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc.
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Summary of Contents for AMERICAN METAL AMERI-VENT E
- Page 1 Installation & Assembly This symbol on the product means the product is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Instructions ROUND AMERI-VENT ® TYPE B GAS VENT Model ‘E’ - Sizes 3" through 6" Model ‘R’ - Sizes 7" through 30" OVAL AMERI-VENT ®...
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Page 2: General Installation Guidelines
NFPA 54 (The National Fuel b) Avoid personal contact with the vent. Gas Code), or the American Metal Products Gas Vent Capacity Tables (EP-GVC). c) Avoid damage to the vent. 4. When installing, make sure arrow on the Ameri-Vent IMPORTANT:The enclosure must provide a minimum part is pointed up or away from the appliance. -
Page 3: Installation
4. Nail both hanger brackets into sides of joists. Bottom edge of brackets should be even with bottom edge of American Metal Products offers three different types of joists. Use four nails per bracket, nailing through small supports as explained below. In addition, field-fabricated triangular-shaped openings in brackets. - Page 4 Installation Using Ameri-Bucket 1. The Bucket Connector is installed by positioning it Without Hangers against the bottom of the Ameri-Bucket, as shown in Fig. 5 with the mounting tabs against the bottom of the bucket. 1. Completely frame in (on all four sides) a properly-sized 2.
- Page 5 with Support Bracket is used. (See Fig. 9.) This provides relief for linear thermal expansion. The adjustable length NAIL STRAPPING IN PLACE section should be positioned directly under the Vent Pipe (FOUR PLACES) section which is being supported. (NOTE: When installed with the entire vent in a vertical position as shown in Fig.
- Page 6 4. Mounting holes are provided around the perimeter of Vent Pipe Hanger and the Round Support Plate. Use appropriate fasteners to Support Bracket Assembly secure the Support Plate halves to the opening between floors. (NOTE: Round Support Plates should be attached The Vent Pipe Hanger (VPH) (sizes 3 inch through 7 inch) to the TOP of the opening only.
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Page 7: Wall Thimble
Adjustable Length Sections Table 2 Adjustable Length Sections (12A and 18A) of Type B Gas 1. General Products - Air Jet Vent are available to allow for installation where fixed-length 2. Hart & Cooley - Metlvent sections do not produce the desired dimensions. Sizes 3 inch 3. - Page 8 Table 3 TERMINATION OF VENT MUST BE SECURELY GUYED OR BRACED IF IT EXTENDS MORE THAN (5) FEET CODE NO. SIZE ABOVE ROOF. 3EAL 3" 5" ⁄ " ⁄ " 8" 4EAL 4" 5" ⁄ " ⁄ " ⁄ " 5EAL 5"...
- Page 9 Installation of Type B 2 x 4 Gas Vent Section 2 1. Cut out the ceiling plate in the space where the Vent is Model ‘O’ Oval to be installed. 2. Nail a 2x4 support (A) at the desired height between the studs - see Fig.
- Page 10 The Universal Cap is designed to fit inside the inner wall of the vent sections. American Metal Products 12" and smaller Gas Venting Systems using either the Ameri-Cap or the Universal Cap, may terminate in accordance with Table 6 and Figs.
- Page 11 Ameri-Caps 12" and Smaller Ameri-Caps 3" thru 30" 10' OR LESS 8' MIN The vent termination should not be less than 8 ft. 2' MIN. MIN. from a vertical wall. 2' MIN. NOTE: SEE GAS VENT NO HEIGHT ABOVE TERMINATION TABLE WALL OR PARAPET REQUIRED PARAPET...
- Page 12 VERY coupler. SLOWLY AND GENTLY Joint will slowly separate without damage. 8601 Hacks Cross Road Olive Branch. Mississippi 38654 • (800) 423-4270 • Fax (800) 626-3825 Technical Service Questions (800) 669-3190 FORM NO. 100571D BVERO-II ©COPYRIGHT 1999 AMERICAN METAL PRODUCTS...
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