Venting - Brant Radiant Heaters DX3L Series Manual

3.0 Installation
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Venting

Venting
The heating system must be vented as described here to properly direct flue gases from the unit to the
outside atmosphere. The venting can terminate vertically through the roof (up) or horizontally through a
sidewall (sideways).
Follow these guidelines and all applicable codes for all models prior to installing the vent material. Local
codes may vary.
In the absence of local codes:
United States: Refer to NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition), National Fuel Gas Code.
Canada: Refer to CAN/CGA B149.1 and B149.2 Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances.
release gas into the building which could result in health problems, carbon monoxide poisoning, or
death. Improper venting may result in fire, explosion, injury, or death.
Do not vent this appliance through a masonry chimney.
Do not use dampers in the heater vent pipe.
Single wall vent pipe must not pass through any unoccupied attic, inside wall, concealed space, or
floor.
Un-insulated single wall vent pipe must not be used outdoors for venting appliances in regions where
winter design temperature is below freezing.
Replacing Existing Equipment
If the heater is replacing existing equipment and using an existing vent system, inspect the venting for
proper size and horizontal pitch as directed in these instructions and the latest edition of the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54) or CSA B149.1 Installation Code. When an existing Category I heater
is removed or replaced, the original venting system may no longer be sized to properly vent the attached
appliances.
Determine that there is no blockage or restriction, leakage, corrosion, or other deficiencies that can cause
hazards. The vent pipe should be corrosion-resistant galvanized steel of a thickness that meets the
National Fuel Gas Code. Minimum thickness for connectors varies depending on the pipe diameter. Never
vent the heating system with PVC or plastic pipe.
If replacing an existing heater, vents may require re-sizing. Improperly sized venting
systems can result in vent gas leakage or condensation. Refer to the National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54) or CSA B149.1 - latest edition. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
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Gas-fired heaters must be vented. A built in power exhauster
is provided. Additional external power exhausters are not
required or permitted.
Insufficient ventilation and/or improperly sealed vents may
WARNING
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WARNING
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