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C. Ceiling Firestop/Floor Penetra-
tion Framing
A ceiling fi restop MUST be used between
fl oors and attics.
• DVP pipe only - Frame an opening 10 in.
by 10 in. (254 mm by 254 mm) whenever
the vent penetrates a ceiling/fl oor (see
Figure 5.3).
• Frame the area with the same sized lumber
as used in ceiling/fl oor joist.
• The ceiling fi restop may be installed above or
below the ceiling joists when installed with a
attic insulation shield. It must be under joists
between fl oors that are not insulated. Refer
to Figure 5.4.
• Secure with three fasteners on each side.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT pack insu-
lation around the vent. Insulation must be kept
back from the pipe to prevent overheating.
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Figure 5.3 Installing Ceiling Firestop
INSTALLED BELOW CEILING
Figure 5.4 Installing the Attic Shield
Heat & Glo • RED60 Installation Manual • 2159-980 Rev. D • 11/13
INSTALL ATTIC INSULATION SHIELDS
BEFORE OR AFTER INSTALLATION OF VENT SYSTEM
3 FASTENERS
PER SIDE
CEILING FIRESTOP
ATTIC ABOVE
A
A
A
PIPE
10 in. (254 mm)
DVP
CEILING FIRESTOP
INSTALLED ABOVE CEILING
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