BALANCED FLUE PIPE MANUAL CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Introduction to balanced flue pipe manual About balanced flue pipe systems FLUE REGULATIONS Horizontal outlet Roof overhang requirements for parallel buildings Distance from wall outlet Parallel building and distance requirements Vertical outlet INSTALLATION Introduction to balanced flue pipe solutions Vertical terminal through roof Vertical terminal along the exterior wall Horizontal wall terminal with snorkel...
The balanced flue pipe manual covers built-in gas fireplaces (Visio Gas) from RAIS and Attika. A balanced flue pipe system consists of pipes with an outer and inner pipe. The outer pipe acts as an...
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If you have any doubts or questions about the guidance This provides you with easy access to provided, do not hesitate to contact your RAIS/Attika additional instructions and visual guidance dealer for further assistance.
RHGC No adapter • Install the system without clamp and use the RAIS and Attika recommend using the Metaloterm approved mounting brackets and clamps. US and USD exhaust systems from the manufacturer • Ensure there is a slope of 3 degrees back towards Schiedel for the installation of gas fireplaces.
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INTRODUCTION BALANCES FLUE PIPE SYSTEM REGULATIONS Air supply and discharge from devices with a closed 2. Install a square box of non-flammable material with combustion chamber are safely directed into the open- dimensions 300 x 300 (Ø130/200) mm. On the air environment without disturbing residents or the inside and outside of the wall, use a set of center surrounding environment.
FLUE REGULATIONS FLUE REGULATIONS Please note that the exhaust regulations on the following pages are in accordance with Danish national guidelines. It is important to always follow national regulations and requirements to ensure a correct and safe installation. HORIZONTAL OUTLET Please note that the horizontal exhaust pipe is not approved to terminate everywhere.
FLUE REGULATIONS ROOF OVERHANG REQUIREMENTS FOR PARALLEL BUILDINGS For horizontal distances greater than 0.5 meters to a parallel building, the requirement of 45° is no longer applicable (illustration 2). Illustration 2 DISTANCE FROM WALL OUTLET On a surface around the outlet, with dimensions as shown below, the following must not be placed (illustration 3): •...
FLUE REGULATIONS VERTICAL OUTLET The chimney can be used as a fresh air duct under the The distance to the intake opening, measured following conditions: perpendicular to the roof surface, should be at least 0.3 m. (see illustration 5). • The chimney is assessed to be in reasonably good condition, and On a surface around the outlet, with dimensions as...
INSTALLATION INTRODUCTION TO BALANCED FLUE PIPE SOLUTIONS The next pages cover the most fundamental exhaust installations and combinations. In total, there are four exhaust solutions for our Visio Gas fireplaces, all of which are illustrated below. The green illustrations represent vertical solutions, the beige-colored illustration represents a horizontal solution, while the orange illustration shows a solution with an existing installation through the chimney.
INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL THOUGH ROOF VERTICAL TERMINAL THROUGH ROOF Extraction solution 1: This section describes how to install the solution with a vertical terminal through a roof and which parts can be used. Follow the guide on the next pages. VERTICAL TERMINAL THROUGH ROOF Page 13 - 17...
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL THOUGH ROOF BUILT-IN GAS FIREPLACES – Ø130/200 Use the table below to determine the allowed vertical (and horizontal) lengths of the pipes. Vertical roof outlet directly up (C31) – Ø130/200. Restrictor For more information, see page 11 BUILT-IN GAS FIREPLACES –...
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL THOUGH ROOF EXAMPLE OF INSTALLATION SOLUTIONS WITH VERTICAL THROUGH THE ROOF There are several potential installation solutions with a vertical terminal through a roof. The demonstrated solution serves as an example of how a vertical roof outlet can be installed. Next to each arrow on the drawing is a reference to the part used for the installation solution.
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL THOUGH ROOF PART 1: Straight US pipe The US pipe is installed with the end that has one groove facing down towards the gas fireplace (see circle). Item no. 99-US2513 99-US5013 99-US10013 (NOTE! Available in three lengths) PART 2: Clamp The pipes are mounted and locked with a clamp.
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL THOUGH ROOF PART 5A: Flexible roof flashing The screws are removed (illustration 8). Afterwards, the collar is gently bent around the roof surface and the pipe (illustration 9). The collar is secured with the screws by cross- Illustration 8 tightening them.
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL THOUGH ROOF PART 5B: Flashings for a flat roof The screws are removed (illustration 10). Afterwards, the collar is gently bent around the roof surface and the pipe (illustration 11). Illustration 10 The collar is secured with the screws by cross- tightening them.
INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL ALONG THE EXTERIOR WALL VERTICAL TERMINAL ALONG THE EXTERIOR WALL Extraction solution 2: This section describes how to install the extraction solution with a vertical terminal along an exterior wall, and which parts can be used. Follow the guide on the next pages.
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL ALONG THE EXTERIOR WALL BUILT-IN GAS FIREPLACES – Ø130/200 Use the tables below to determine the allowed vertical and horizontal lengths of the pipes. Vertical roof outlet directly up (C31) – Ø130/200. Restrictor For more information, see page 11 BUILT-IN GAS FIREPLACES –...
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL ALONG THE EXTERIOR WALL EXAMPLE OF INSTALLATION SOLUTION WITH VERTICAL TERMINAL ALONG EXTERIOR WALL There are several potential installation solutions with a vertical terminal along an exterior wall exist. The solution illustrates how a vertical installation along an exterior wall can be implemented. Next to each arrow on the drawing is a reference to the part used for the installation solution.
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL ALONG THE EXTERIOR WALL PART 1: Straight US pipe The US pipe is installed with the end that has one groove facing down towards the gas fireplace (see circle). Item no. 99-US2513 99-US5013 99-US10013 (NOTE! Available in three lengths) PART 2: 90°...
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL ALONG THE EXTERIOR WALL PART 4: Adjustable pipe Adjustable pipe 330-500 mm. Pull the sliding pipe out to the desired length and lock it using the included clamp. Item no. 99-USPP13 PART 5: Condensate collector and condensate drain cap The condensate collector is mounted with a clamp.
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL ALONG THE EXTERIOR WALL PART 8: Wall bracket US Use brackets to secure the pipe to the wall. The bracket is mounted using raw plugs and two screws. Item no. 99-USMB13 PART 9: Straight US pipe The US pipe is installed with the end that has one groove facing down towards the gas fireplace (see circle).
INSTALLATION – HORIZONTAL WALL TERMINAL WITH SNORKEL HORIZONTAL WALL TERMINAL WITH SNORKEL Extraction solution 3: This section describes how to install the extraction solution with a horizontal wall terminal with a snorkel and which parts can be used. Follow the guide on the next pages. HORIZONTAL WALL TERMINAL WITH SNORKEL Page 25 - 28...
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INSTALLATION – HORIZONTAL WALL TERMINAL WITH SNORKEL BUILT-IN GAS FIREPLACES – Ø130/200 Use the table below to determine the allowed vertical and horizontal lengths of the pipes. Horizontal wall terminal with bend (C11) – Ø130/200. Horizontal Restrictor For more information, see page 11 NOTE! The minimum vertical starting height for the built-in gas fireplace models Visio 160 F, LC, RC, and 3S (Visio 5) is 1 meter.
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INSTALLATION – HORIZONTAL WALL TERMINAL WITH SNORKEL EXAMPLE OF INSTALLATION SOLUTION WITH HORIZONTAL TERMINAL WITH SNORKEL There are different variants of installation solutions with a horizontal terminal with snorkel, and the shown solution is just an example of how such a horizontal installation can be performed. Next to each arrow on the drawing is a reference to the part used for the installation solution.
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INSTALLATION – HORIZONTAL WALL TERMINAL WITH SNORKEL PART 1: Straight US pipe The US pipe is installed with the end that has one groove facing down towards the gas fireplace (see circle). Item no. 99-US2513 99-US5013 99-US10013 (NOTE! Available in three lengths) PART 2: Clamp The pipes are mounted and locked with a clamp.
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INSTALLATION – HORIZONTAL WALL TERMINAL WITH SNORKEL PART 6: Vapor barrier/membrane The vapor barrier is pulled down over the pipe, and the ends are connected to the existing vapor barrier using approved vapor barrier tape. Item no. 99-UDS200 PART 7: Horizontal wall outlet The horizontal wall outlet is mounted externally and secured to the wall with the included screws.
INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL FOR EXISTING CHIMNEY VERTICAL TERMINAL FOR EXISTING CHIMNEY Extraction solution 4: This section describes how to install the extraction solution with a vertical terminal through an existing chimney and which parts can be used. Follow the guide on the next pages. VERTICAL TERMINAL FOR EXISTING CHIMNEY Page 30 - 34...
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL FOR EXISTING CHIMNEY BUILT-IN GAS FIREPLACES – Ø130/200 Use the table below to determine the allowed vertical lengths of the pipes. Vertical roof outlet straight up (C91) – Ø130/200. Restrictor For more information, see page 11...
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL FOR EXISTING CHIMNEY EXAMPLE OF INSTALLATION SOLUTION WITH VERTICAL TERMINAL THROUGH EXISTING CHIMNEY There are various types of installation solutions with a vertical terminal going through an existing chimney. The presented solution illustrates how a vertical installation with an already existing chimney can be performed.
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL FOR EXISTING CHIMNEY PART 1: Straight US pipe The US pipe is installed with the end that has one groove facing down towards the gas fireplace (see circle). Item no. 99-US2513 99-US5013 99-US10013 (NOTE! Available in three lengths) PART 2: Renovation kit (bottom) The renovation kit can be mounted both horizontally and vertically.
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL FOR EXISTING CHIMNEY PART 4: Flex hose Den fleksible slange fås i en kasse med 10 meter. Slangen skæres til i den en passende længde. Item no. 99-XE1013P Transition pipe from flex hose (top) PART 5: Push the flex hose into the transition pipe and twist it to lock it securely.
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INSTALLATION - VERTICAL TERMINAL FOR EXISTING CHIMNEY PART 7: Vertical roof vent The vertical roof cap is mounted with a clamp. Item no. USDVC13 (NOTE! Available in black and stainless steel) The clamp has the following item no.: 99-USKB13.
EXODRAFT FAN EXODRAFT FAN (OPTIONAL) If the balanced flue system cannot be maintained within the maximum/permitted lengths, it may be a solution to install an Exodraft smoke extractor. GUIDE TIL EXODRAFT RØGSUGER Scan QR-koden for at se en installationsguide...
RESERVEDELE US PIPES – Ø130/200 Assembled with clamp ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION 99-US10013 Pipe Ø130/200 - 1000 mm - Stainless steel 99-US100B13 Pipe Ø130/200 - 100 mm - Black 99-US5013 Pipe Ø130/200 - 500 mm - Stainless steel 99-US50B13 Pipe Ø130/200 - 500 mm - Black 99-US2513 Pipe Ø130/200 - 250 mm - Stainless steel 99-US25B13...
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RESERVEDELE ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION 99-USB3013 30° US bend Ø130/200 - Stainless steel 99-USB4513 45° US bend Ø130/200 mm - Stainless steel 99-USB9013 90° US bend Ø130/200 mm - Stainless steel 99-USB90B13 90° US bend Ø130/200 mm - Black 99-USBi9013 90° US bend Ø130/200 mm w.
RESERVEDELE ACCESSORIES – Ø130/200 ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION 99-USVG1013 Transition fitting US from Ø100/150 - Ø130/200 99-USVK1013 Transition fitting US from Ø130/200 - Ø100/150 99-USMB13 Wall bracket US Ø130/200 mm - Stainless steel 99-USOL213 Ajustable wall bracket - Stainless steel NOTE! Remember support band (99-USMO13) 99-USMO13 Support band (for USOL213) Ø130/200 mm - Stainless steel 99-USDQ13...
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RESERVEDELE ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION 99-UST9013 90° pipe with a tee fitting - Stainless steel 99-USR13 Rosette with screw holes US Ø204/340 - Stainless steel 99-USR13B Rosette with screw holes US Ø204/340 - Black 99-USRBK13 Condensate collector - Stainless steel 99-USE0304 Condensate drain cap - Stainless steel 99-UDS200 Vapor barrier/membrane Ø200 mm...
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