Installation
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Vent Installation
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In addition to the requirements below, follow the requirements provided with the vent.
Use a roof flashing and storm collar
whenever passing through the roof
Use a firestop whenever
passing through a ceiling
8-5/8"
or
10"
8-5/8"
or
10"
Maintain a minimum 1" clearance (2" in
some cases - see "Clearances") from
vent to any combustible
•
Slide the vent sections together and turn 1/4 turn until the sections lock in
place.
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Screws are not required to secure the vent. However, three screws may be
used to secure vent sections together if desired.
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High temperature sealant is recommended at the appliance starter section
connection (use high-temperature silicone or Mill-Pac®).
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If disassembly is required, at time of re-assembly check to see if the vent
creates a tight fit. If it does not, apply high temperature sealant to the joints of
the affected sections.
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Horizontal sections require a 1/4" rise every 12" of travel
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Horizontal sections require non-combustible support every three feet (e.g.: plumbing tape)
Travis Industries
Vertical Termination
Minimum framing
for fire stop
Use a support box
on exposed vent
Use a firestop whenever
passing through a wall
Minimum
Framing for
wall thimble
(for qualified installers only)
4040708
Vertical Vent
Requirements
Maintain a minimum 1"
clearance from vent to
any combustible
Horizontal Vent
Requirements
Horizontal Termination
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