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- Page 1 INSTALLATION GUIDE System 636 Type BH Class IIA (PVC) ® and Class IIB (CPVC) System 636 Flue Gas Venting Systems for Gas-Burning Appliances Categories II and IV Minimum Installation Requirements in Accordance with Standard ULC S636...
- Page 2 A. Examine all components for possible shipping damage prior to installation. B. Proper joint assembly is essential for a safe installation. Follow these instructions exactly as written. C. The venting system must be free to expand and contract and must be supported in accordance with these instructions and the local building code.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents System 636 Safety Alerts ...........5 Common Venting..............24 ® Backflow Valve ..............25 Supplemental Information – DO’S & DON’TS ....6 Cleanout with Condensate Drain .......26 Handling and Storage ............7 Common Vent Terminations ........... 27 Product Application ...............8 Solvent Welding ..............28 Limits of Use and Application ...........8 Safety Precautions ............28... - Page 4 IT IS IMPORTANT TO READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS GUIDE. IT CONTAINS INFORMATION TO HELP MAINTAIN SAFETY AND PREVENT PROBLEMS. Improper installation or use of System 636 can result in personal injury and/or property damage. It is important to be ® aware of and recognize safety alert messages as they appear in this guide.
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Page 5: System 636 Safety Alerts
System 636 Safety Alerts WARNING CAUTION NEVER use or test Do not tamper with the System 636 vent System 636 with components. If the components appear compressed air or other to be damaged or do not operate compressed gases. correctly, decommission the vent system and do not attempt to repair. -
Page 6: Supplemental Information - Do's & Don'ts
• Follow instructions in this guide exactly as written to ensure proper installation of vent system. It is strongly • Allow for vent system movement due to expansion and recommended that installers complete IPEX System 636 contraction when installing supports installation training and read this guide in its entirety •... -
Page 7: Handling And Storage
Handling and Storage of System 636 Pipe and Fittings The PVC and CPVC materials used for manufacturing (b) Prolonged Outdoor Exposure: System 636 pipe and fittings are strong and Prolonged exposure of System 636 pipe to the direct lightweight. Care shall be taken in handling and rays of the sun will not damage the pipe. -
Page 8: Product Application
System 636 PVC & CPVC Type BH Gas Venting Systems for category II and IV gas fired appliances are third party certified ® to ULC S636, latest edition. The following installation methods have been prepared in conformity with the requirements of section 4 of Standard ULC S636. -
Page 9: Maintenance
Appliance Testing DO NOT drill holes in System 636 (k) Chemical attack can cause product failure. Only use piping. Should the appliance not be sealants, gaskets and adhesives that are chemically equipped with an access port for compatible with the PVC or CPVC material that has flue gas testing, IPEX recommends been installed. -
Page 10: Installation Of Vent Pipe Underground
Installation of Vent Pipe Underground A portion of System 636 piping may be installed Trenching for underground installation shall allow a underground when installed in accordance with the minimum of 100 mm clearance on all sides of the pipe, instructions below or the local building or plumbing code, and a minimum of 100 mm of sand without stones or whichever is more stringent. -
Page 11: Support And Restraint Spacing
Support and Restraint Spacing FIGURE 2 (a) System 636 PVC and CPVC systems must be supported horizontally at a maximum of every 5 feet. (Fig. 1). Support shall (b) Supports to be used on System 636 pipe shall be not be tightly suitable for use on plastic pipe and shall not be clamped onto the tightly clamped onto the pipe to allow for possible... -
Page 12: Vertical Vent Support
Vertical Vent Support In order to adequately support the weight of vertical vent pipe, a pipe anchor or support shall be installed at the first floor penetration and every second floor thereafter with a System 636 coupling installed immediately above it. Securely fasten pipe anchors or supports to the building structure. Pipe anchors or supports used for this purpose shall be suitable for use with plastic pipe. -
Page 13: General Termination Requirements
General Termination Requirements (g) The termination of the venting system shall not be (a) THESE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ARE GENERAL/ located in traffic areas, such as walkways, unless the AND NOT APPLIANCE SPECIFIC. APPLIANCE venting system is at least 7 feet (2.13 m) above the MANUFACTURERS MAY SUPPLY CLEARANCE ground. -
Page 14: Chimney Terminations
Chimney Terminations If System 636 piping is installed through an existing acceptable spacing and clearance is obtained at unused chimney space, installers shall adhere to the the termination as per minimum required clearances following guidelines when doing such installations: found in this guide or as per appliance manufacturer requirements. -
Page 15: Side Wall Terminations
Side Wall Terminations Snorkel, Low Profile or Concentric (a) BEFORE BEGINNING AN INSTALLATION, ALL (e) For side wall snorkel fresh air intake terminal, it shall MINIMUM CLEARANCES SHALL BE CONFIRMED point down through the use of two 90º elbows. WITH LOCAL BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS AND (Figs 6, 7 &... - Page 16 Typical Side Wall Snorkel Termination (con’t) FIGURE 7 - Minimum Separation Between Snorkel Termination Vent and Intake TOP VIEW 90º Elbow Vent Insulation in unconditioned space Check with appliance installation 12" minimum separation instructions and local building code for approval of insulation use Fresh Air Intake 90º...
- Page 17 Typical Side Wall Low Profile Termination FIGURE 9 - Low Profile Side Wall Termination Clearances and Installation Orientation Acceptable Orientations To appliance intake air connection 12" minimum From appliance clearance to vent pipe overhang connection Vent/Air termination Maintain 12” minimum clearance above highest anticipated snow level or grade,...
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Page 18: Multiple Side Wall Terminations
Multiple Side Wall Terminations Snorkel, Low Profile or Concentric Terminations WARNING All vent outlets must terminate at the same horizontal plane to avoid recirculation of flue gas through adjacent terminations and causing the possibility of severe personal injury, death or substantial property damage. (a) For installation of multiple horizontal low profile FIGURE 12 - Minimum Clearances: terminations through a side wall, maintain a... -
Page 19: Pitched Roof Terminations
Pitched Roof Terminations Snorkel or Concentric Termination (a) Snorkel and Concentric Vent Roof termination In regions where snow accumulation is common, the clearances shall be installed in accordance with minimum value provided in Table 2 must be added to the requirements of this section. These clearances the anticipated snow level for the region the installation shall be cross referenced to the appliance is performed. - Page 20 (e) Terminate the vent piping of a snorkel termination The termination shall maintain the minimum pitched straight up when penetrating through a roof. The roof slope clearance from Table 2 plus 12” minimum use of a 90º elbow can be used to redirect exhaust clearance above highest anticipated snow level of or minimize precipitation from entering into the vent height specified in Fig.
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Page 21: Flat Roof Terminations
Flat Roof Terminations Snorkel or Concentric Terminations (a) Terminations shall maintain 12" minimum height (d) Snorkel termination: For flat roof termination clearance above highest anticipated snow level. installations, the air intake and the exhaust vent terminations must be a minimum of 12" above the (b) Vertical termination greater than 60”... -
Page 22: Multiple Roof Terminations
Multiple Roof Terminations Snorkel or Concentric Terminations (c) To prevent flue gas from recirculating when installing WARNING through a roof, install multiple concentric vent kits as follows: All vent outlets and fresh air intake inlets must terminate at the same horizontal plane to avoid the possibility of 2 concentric vent kits: severe personal injury, death or substantial property •... - Page 23 Figure 19: Typical Multiple Concentric Vent Roof Terminations 12" minimum 12" minimum clearance above highest anticipated snow fall. For pitched roofs, this is in addition to the pitched roof clearance identified in Table 2 Ensure terminations are on the same horizontal plane Roof Flashing approved Ensure terminations are on per local building code...
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Page 24: Common Venting
READ & UNDERSTAND all applicable installation instructions 3. The IPEX System 636 common venting system must and safety messages before installing the IPEX be installed in accordance with the latest edition of backflow valve. the following documents:... -
Page 25: Backflow Valve
Backflow Valve NOTICE IPEX PVC Backflow Valve Components Solvent cement shall only come in contact with 4" Socket the fitting socket and pipe. DO NOT use excessive cement as it may puddle inside the valve and interfere with the function of the IPEX backflow Valve Body valve damper. -
Page 26: Cleanout With Condensate Drain
Cleanout with Condensate Drain Installation Backflow Valve Inspection Port Usage 1. Ensure there is no foreign material inside the Cleanout The Backflow Valve has an inspection port which prior to installation. is designed for visual inspection purposes. During inspection, the threaded plug can be removed, and the 2. -
Page 27: Common Vent Terminations
Common Vent Terminations (d) Ensure that the Appliance Manufacturer has approved (a) A Common Venting System will require two the appliances that are installed in a common vent penetrations: one for the exhaust vent and one for system, to be terminated horizontally through an the air-intake vent for multiple appliance installations. -
Page 28: Solvent Welding
Solvent Welding WARNING DANGER: Highly flammable liquid and vapor may form explosive peroxide. Carefully follow guidelines below. First Aid Safety Precautions Inhalation: If feeling ill from inhalation, person should Solvent cements and primers for System 636 pipe and be moved to a source of fresh air. If not fittings are flammable and shall not be used or stored breathing, give artificial respiration. -
Page 29: Solvent Welding Basics
Solvent Welding Basics DO NOT solvent weld joints without first beveling pipe WARNING ends. Installation of System 636 for the application of flue (g) System 636 primer is mandatory for installation gas venting requires a certain degree of skill to avoid temperatures at or below 0ºC (32ºF) and for 6”... - Page 30 This chart should be used as a general reference only. Estimated Quantity of Solvent Cement TABLE 3 - Average Number of Joints/Qt. of IPEX System 636 Cement* Average Appliance Service Time for Flue Gas Venting Temperature Range Joint Size...
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Page 31: Cold And Hot Weather Solvent Welding
Cold Weather Solvent Welding Surface Interaction in Solvent Welded Joint – Below 10°C (50°F) Sufficient cement must be applied to fill the gap in the top part of the joint. Besides filling the gap, adequate Prefabricate as much of the system as possible in a solvent cement layers will penetrate the surfaces and heated area. -
Page 32: Solvent Welding Preparation Guidelines
Solvent Welding Preparation Guidelines 1) ASSEMBLE 3) CUTTING THE PIPE Before beginning, assemble proper materials for the job: It is important to cut the pipe squarely. A square cut System 636 cement and primer (if required), personal provides the surface of the pipe with the maximum protective equipment, PVC pipe cutter, appropriate bonding area. -
Page 33: Priming Guidelines
Priming Guidelines NOTICE 5) CLEANING Using a clean dry cloth, System 636 primer is mandatory for wipe any dirt and moisture installation temperatures at or below from the fitting socket and C (32 F) and for 6" size and larger. the pipe end. -
Page 34: Solvent Welding Guidelines
Solvent Welding Guidelines Hold the pipe and fitting NOTICE together for approximately 30 seconds to resist System 636 PVC cement is grey in color and CAN NOT pushout due to tapered BE USED for solvent welding System 636 CPVC joints sockets. -
Page 35: System Repair
System Repair Carefully inspect any fittings for damage and remove and replace them accordingly. Inspect pipe for any damage such as cracking and deep gouges. Locate the end of any pipe cracks and be sure to cut at least 2” beyond the crack line to ensure it is removed. - Page 36 System 636 Pipe, Fittings and Cements are certified as a system and must be installed as such. ® Do NOT use or mix with other IPEX products other than those specified in this guide. Different manufacturers have different materials, joining systems and adhesives. Do NOT mix pipe, fittings, or joining methods from different manufacturers, this can result in unsafe conditions.
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