Framing And Finishing - Empire Comfort Systems DVCD32FP30P-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

FRAMING AND FINISHING

A horizontal pipe support MUST BE used for each 3 feet of horizontal
run. The pipe supports should be placed around the pipe and nailed
in place to framing members. There MUST BE a 3 inch clearance
to combustibles above 6 5/8 inch diameter pipe and elbows and
1 inch clearance on both sides and bottom of 6 5/8 inch pipe to
combustibles on all horizontal pipe sections and elbows.
Vertical runs of this vent systems must be supported every 4 feet
5/8 inch vent pipe and secured with nails or screws to structural
framing members.
Figure 40
Figure 39
Installing Firestops
Firestops are required for safety whenever the vent system passes
clearances are maintained to the vent system.
Horizontal Firestops (Figure 40)
Horizontal runs in the vent system which pass through either interior
the wall through which the vent passes.
cut. Refer to Figure 25 on page 20 for sizing information. Secure
MUST BE placed towards the top of the hole. Continue the vent
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