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Installation
12
Pellet Vent Type
Must be 3" (76mm) or 4" (102mm) diameter Type "L" (except for masonry fireplace installations) -
or - connect the vent to a factory-built type "A" chimney. All vent joints (including adapters,
elbows, etc.) must be sealed (typically 500° F. RTV silicone is used).
Installing the Pellet Vent
Horizontal sections must have a 1/4" (6.4mm) rise every 12" (305mm) of travel.
Pellet vent connections must be sealed airtight with 500° F. RTV silicone and screwed together
with at least 3 sheet metal screws (unless the vent manufacturer's requirements specify
otherwise).
Pellet Vent Termination
The vent must terminate on the exterior of the dwelling. Horizontal terminations must protrude a
minimum of 12" (305mm) from the wall. Vertical terminations must protrude a minimum of 24"
(610mm) from the roof surface. In addition, all clearances listed below must be met.
Must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering) or a 45° downturn with a rodent
screen.
If the termination is located on a windy side of the house an approved house shield is
recommended to prevent soot from building up on the side of the house.
Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material.
A
Minimum 4' (1220mm) clearance below or beside any door or window that opens.
(This clearance may be reduced to18" if using outside air (see page 13) – we recommend
the door or window be kept closed during operation.
Minimum 1' (458mm) clearance below or beside any window that does not open.
B
Minimum 1' (458mm) clearance above any door or window that opens
C
Minimum 2' (610mm) clearance from any adjacent building
D
Minimum 7' (2.134 M) clearance above any grade when adjacent to public walkways
NOTE: Vent may not terminate in covered walkway or breezeway.
E
Minimum 2' (610mm) clearance above any grass, plants, or other combustible materials
F
Minimum 3' (915mm) clearance from any forced air intake of any other appliance
G
Minimum 2' (610mm) clearance below eaves or overhangs
H
Minimum 1' (458mm) clearance horizontally from a combustible wall
X
Must be a minimum of 2' (610mm) above the roof
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(For Qualified Installers Only)
Seal each vent section (including
adapters, elbows, etc...) by
injecting a liberal amount of 500°
F. RTV silicone into the gap
between sections.
Install the vent at the clearance specified by the
vent manufacturer.
H
X
B
C
H
A
NOTE: Measure clearances to the nearest edge of the exhaust hood.
4/11/22- 1566
G
A
F
D
F
E
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