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Installation (for qualified installers only)
Vent Installation
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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)
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In addition to the requirements below, follow the requirements provided with the vent.
Vertical Vent
Requirements
Use a roof flashing and
storm collar whenever
passing through the roof
Use a ceiling firestop whenever
passing through a ceiling (or
enclosure and at every floor
penetration.
© Travis Industries
Vertical Termination
(use the "High Wind Terminatin"
Combustible
Framing
1" Clearance on vertical
Sections to combustible
surfaces (after the first
firestop).
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Horizontal Vent
Requirements
Use a firestop when passing through a wall. Make
sure there is a 3" clearance above the vent.
1" Clearance
3" Clearance
1" Clearance
Combustible
Surfaces
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