Lochinvar Intelli-Fin Installation Manual

INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MANUAL
Intelli-Fin
®
Hot Water Heating Boilers
Domestic Hot Water Supply Boilers
1,500,000 — 1,700,000 — 2,000,000 Btu/hr Models
IFB/IFW-i&s-05
FIG. 1 Front View
Installation and service must be per formed by a qual i fied service in stall er, service agency or the gas supplier.
Factory warranty (shipped with unit) does not apply to units improperly installed or improperly operated.
Experience has shown that improper installation or system design, rather than faulty equipment, is the cause of most operating problems.
1. Excessive water hardness causing a lime/scale build-up in the copper tube is not the fault of the equipment and is not covered under the manufacturer’s war ran ty. (See Water Treatment and Water Chemistry)
2. Excessive pitting and erosion on the inside of the copper tube may be caused by too much water velocity through the tubes and is not covered by the man u fac tur er’s warranty (See Boiler Flow Rates and Temperature Rise for flow requirements).
This manual supplies information for the installation, operation and ser vic ing of the appliance. It is strong ly recommended that this manual be re viewed com plete ly before proceeding with an installation.
WARRANTY
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
TO OWNER
NOTE:
Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE can
cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty .......................................................................... 1
Safety Warnings .............................................................. 3
Codes .......................................................................... 3
Installation Requirements ............................................ 4
Location .................................................................... 4
Clearances ................................................................ 4
Combustion/Ventilation Air Requirements .............. 5
Construction Air Filter .............................................. 7
Venting Systems ............................................................ 8
Category IV Venting ........................................................ 9
Flue Pipe Materials............................................ 9
Installation Guidelines ...................................... 9
Vent Length Requirements ................................10
Drain Tee Installation ........................................10
Vertical Terminations ........................................11
Sidewall Terminations ......................................12
Direct Vent Systems ........................................................13
Air Inlet Pipe Materials ....................................14
Air Inlet Pipe Length Requirements..................14
Vertical Direct Vent ..................................................15
Location Requirements......................................15
Multiple Direct Vent Installations......................16
Horizontal Direct Vent ..............................................16
Location Requirements......................................16
Multiple Direct Vent Installations......................18
Intelli-Vent Systems..................................................18
Materials ............................................................18
Length Requirements ........................................18
Vertical Flue - Sidewall Air ..............................19
Sidewall Flue - Rooftop Air ..............................20
Sidewall Flue - Sidewall Air..............................21
Gas Supply ....................................................................23
Gas Pressures and Piping ..................................23
Manifold Pressure..............................................23
Supply Pressure Measurement ..........................25
Manifold Pressure Measurement ......................26
Water Connections ..........................................................27
Heat Exchangers ..............................................................28
Integral Bypass ................................................................29
Valve and Pump ................................................29
Synchronization ................................................29
Set-up Maximum Flow......................................30
Bypass Operation ..............................................31
Minimum Water Temperatures ..................................31
Flow Switch ....................................................................32
Low Water Cut-Off ..........................................................32
Gas Train..........................................................................32
Relief Valve......................................................................33
Ratio Gas Valve ........................................................33
Diaphragm Gas Valve ..............................................33
Electrical Requirements ..................................................34
Jacket ..........................................................................34
Components and Controls ............................................35
Variable Frequency Drive..................................36
Low Air Pressure Switch ..................................37
Gas Pressure Switches ......................................37
Excel 10 Boiler Interface Controller ................37
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Manual Override Control ..................................39
Temperature Adjustment....................................39
Command Display ............................................39
Password ....................................................40
Changeable Points ......................................40
Data Points in Display................................41
Status Points — Operation ........................43
Status Points — Alarm ..............................44
Outdoor Reset Function ............................44
Multiple Appliance Installations........................45
Sequencing Options....................................45
E-Bus Connection ......................................46
Temperature Limit Control ................................48
Hot Surface Ignition Control ............................48
Hot Surface Igniter..............................49
Diagnostic Status LED........................49
Operation/Diagnostic Lights and Switches ......50
Burner Assembly ..............................................51
Combustion Air Blower ....................................52
Condensate Management System......................53
Installation and Operation ..................53
Condensate Trap Installation ..............54
Lighting Instructions ....................................................55
Sequence of Operation ..................................................57
Maintenance ............................................................58
Vent System ............................................................58
Flame Patterns ..........................................................58
Burner Cleaning........................................................59
Heat Exchanger Inspection ......................................61
Lubrication ............................................................62
Combustion Air Measurements ................................62
Freeze Protection ......................................................63
Heating Boiler ............................................................64
Piping ............................................................64
Piping Length and Diameter ....................................65
Integral Pump Limitations ................................65
Boiler Pump Operation......................................65
Primary/Secondary Piping ................................66
Minimum Water Temperatures ..........................66
Three Way Valves..............................................67
Boiler Flow Rates ..............................................67
Placing the Boiler in Operation ........................68
Boiler Temperature Control ..............................69
Water Heater/Domestic Hot Water Supply Boiler ....70
Typical Piping ....................................................70
Set-up Maximum Flow......................................70
Temperature Rise ..............................................71
Water Chemistry ................................................72
Piping Requirements ........................................73
Pump Operation ................................................74
Temperature Adjustment....................................75
Minimum Inlet Temperatures ............................75
Risk of Scald Warnings ....................................76
Relief Valve ......................................................76
Ladder Diagram ............................................................77
Wiring Diagram ............................................................78
Revision Notes ..............................................Back Cover
Upon receiving equipment, check for signs of ship ping damage. Pay par tic u lar attention to parts ac com pa ny ing the boiler, which may show signs of being hit or otherwise being mishandled. Verify total number of pieces shown on packing slip with those actually re ceived. In case there is damage or a shortage, immedi ate ly notify carrier.
CHECKING EQUIPMENT
DO NOT
WARNING
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. The possible damage to a flooded appliance can be extensive and present numerous safety hazards. Any appliance that has been under water must be replaced.
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
This appliance MUST NOT be installed in any location where gasoline or flammable vapors are likely to be present, unless the installation is such to eliminate the probable ignition of gasoline or flammable vapors.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electric switch: do not use any phone in
your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
OWNER WARNING
The information contained in this manual is intended for use by qualified professional installers, service technicians or gas suppliers. Consult your local expert for proper installation or service procedures.
IMPORTANT
Consult and follow local Building and Fire Regulations and other Safety Codes that apply to this installation. Contact the local gas utility company to authorize and inspect all gas and flue connections.
A gas appliance that draws combustion air from the equipment room where it is installed must have a supply of fresh air circulating around it during burner operation for proper gas combustion and proper venting.
1. Boilers and water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury, do not store materials against the appliance or the vent-air intake system. Use proper care to avoid unnecessary contact (especially children) with the appliance and vent-air intake components.
2. Never cover your appliance, lean anything against it, store trash or debris near it, stand on it or in any way block the flow of fresh air to your appliance.
3. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES must flammable materials such as gasoline or paint thinner be used or stored in the vicinity of this appliance, vent-air intake system or any location from which fumes could reach the appliance or vent-air intake system.
The equipment shall be installed in accordance with those installation regulations in force in the local area where the installation is to be made. These shall be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having ju ris dic tion shall be consulted before instal la tions are made. In the absence of such requirements, the installation shall conform to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 and/or CAN/CGA-B149 Installation Code. Where required by the author i ty having jurisdiction, the in stal la tion must conform to American Society of Mechanical Engineers Safety Code for Controls and Safety Devices for Au to mat i cal ly Fired Boilers, ASME CSD-1. All boilers conform to the latest edi tion of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IV. Where required by the authority having ju ris dic tion, the installation must comply with the CSA International, CAN/CGA-B149 and/or local codes. This appliance meets the safe lighting performance criteria with the gas man i fold and control assembly provided, as specified in the ANSI standards for gas-fired units, ANSI Z21.13.
CODES
WARNING
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off,
DO NOT turn off or disconnect the electrical supply to
the pump. Instead, shut off the gas supply at a location external to the appliance.
WARNING
To minimize the possibility of serious personal injury, fire or damage to your appliance, never violate the following safety rules.
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1. Locate the appliance so that if water connections should leak, water damage will not occur. When such lo ca tions cannot be avoided, it is recommended that a suitable drain pan, ad e quate ly drained, be installed under the unit. The pan must not restrict combustion airflow. Under no circumstances is the manufacturer to be held responsible for water damage in connec tion with this unit, or any of its components.
2. The appliance must be installed so that the ignition system components are protected from water (dripping, spraying, etc.) during appliance operation and service (circulator re place ment, control replacement, etc.).
3. Appliances located in a residential garage and in adjacent spaces that open to the garage and are not part of the living space of a dwelling unit must be installed so that all burners and burner ignition devices have a minimum clearance of not less than 18" (46cm) above the floor. The appliance must be located or protected so that it is not subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle.
4. DO NOT install this appliance in any location where gasoline or flammable vapors are likely to be present.
5. The appliance must be installed on a level floor. Combustible floor locations may be used. Maintain re quired clearances from combustible surfaces.
6. The appliance must not be in stalled on carpet.
7. The appliance must be installed indoors where it is protected from exposure to wind, rain and weather.
8. This appliance may condense the products of combustion when operating at water temperatures below 130°F (54.4°C). Ensure that the appliance is located near an acceptable drain where the condensate from the heat exchanger and venting system may be properly col lect ed, neutralized and disposed.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
LOCATION OF UNIT
TABLE - A
Clearances from
Combustible Construction:
Right Side - 0" Rear - 9" (23 cm) (Minimum 24" (0.61 m) suggested for service to pump and components) Left Side - 0" Front - ALCOVE* (Minimum 24" (0.61 m) suggested for service) Flue - 1" (25.4 mm) Hot Water Pipes - 1" (25.4 mm)
*An ALCOVE is a closet without a door.
RECOMMENDED SERVICE CLEARANCES
FIG. 3 Recommended Service Clearances - Front
FIG. 4 Recommended Service Clearances - Rear
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NOTE
Clearances from combustible construction are noted on the appliance rating plate.
Maintain minimum specified clearances for adequate operation. All in stal la tions must allow sufficient space for servicing the vent connections, water pipe connections, integral circulating pump, bypass piping and other auxiliary equipment, as well as the appliance. The clearance labels on each appliance note the same service and combustible clearance requirements as shown in the clearances from combustion construction table.
Multiple appliances may be installed in a modular boiler or water heater in stal la tion. Multiple appliances may be installed side by side with no clear ance between adjacent appliances because this appliance is approved for zero clearance from combustible sur fac ­es and no service access is required from the sides.
Consult the venting section of the manual for specific installation in struc tions for the appropriate type of venting system that you will be using. Direct Vent and Intelli-Vent venting systems require installation with Category IV flue pipe, sealed air inlet pipe and air inlet caps, which must meet the manufacturer’s specifications.
COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION
AIR REQUIREMENTS FOR
APPLIANCES DRAWING AIR FROM
THE EQUIPMENT ROOM
Provisions for combustion and ven ti la tion air must be in accordance with Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation, of the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, in Canada, the latest edition of CAN/CGA Standard B149 Installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances and Equip ment, or applicable provisions of the local building codes.
The equipment room MUST be provided with properly sized openings to assure adequate combustion air and proper ventilation when the unit is installed with a basic Category IV venting system.
FIG. 5 Combustion Air Direct from Outside
1. If air is taken directly from outside the building with no duct, provide two permanent openings:
a. Combustion air opening, with a min i mum free
area of one square inch per 4000 Btu input (5.5 cm
2
per kW). This opening must be located within 12" (30cm) of the bottom of the enclosure.
b. Ventilation air opening, with a minimum free
area of one square inch per 4000 Btu input (5.5 cm
2
per kW). This opening must be located
within 12" (30 cm) of the top of the enclosure.
FIG. 6 Combustion Air Through Ducts
2. If combustion and ventilation air is taken from the outdoors using a duct to deliver the air to the mechanical room, each of the two openings should be sized based on a minimum free area of one square inch per 2000 Btu (11 cm2 per kW) of input.
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TABLE - B Minimum Recommended Combustion AIR SUPPLY TO MECHANICAL ROOM
Btu/hr
Input
1,500,000
375 in2(2419 cm2)
425 in2(2742 cm2)
500 in2(3226 cm2)
500 in2(3226 cm2)
567 in2(3658 cm2)
667 in2(4303 cm2)
1,500 in2(9,677 cm2)
1,700 in2(10,968 cm2)
2,000 in2(12,903 cm2)
1,700,000
2,000,000
Outside Air* 2 - Openings
Outside Air*
1 - Opening
Inside Air
2 - Openings
*Outside air openings shall directly communicate with the outdoors. When combustion air is drawn from the out side through a duct, the net free area of each of the two openings must have twice (2 times) the free area required for Outside Air/2 Openings. The above requirements are for the boiler only, additional gas fired appliances in the equipment room will require an increase in the net free area to supply adequate combustion air for all appliances. Combustion air requirements are based on the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, in Canada refer to the latest edition of CAN/CGA B149. Check all local code re quire ments for combustion air.
Combustion Air Source
FIG. 7 Combustion Air from Interior Space
FIG 8 Combustion Air from Outside - Single Opening
3. If air is taken from another interior space, each of the two openings specified above should have a net free area of one square inch for each 1000 Btu (22 cm
2
per kW) of input,
but not less than 100 square inches (645 cm2).
4. If a single combustion air open ing is provided to bring combustion air in directly from the outdoors, the opening must be sized based on a minimum free area of one square inch per 3000 Btu (7 cm
2
per kW). This opening must be located within 12" (30 cm) of the top of the enclosure.
CAUTION
Under no circumstances should the mechanical room ever be under a negative pressure. Particular care should be taken where exhaust fans, attic fans, clothes dryers, compressors, air handling units, etc., may take away air from the unit.
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All dimensions based on net free area in square inches. Metal louvers or screens reduce the free area of a com bus tion air opening a minimum of ap prox i mate ly 25%. Check with louver manufacturers for exact net free area of louvers. Where two openings are provided, one must be within 12" (30 cm) of the ceiling and one must be within 12" (30 cm) of the floor of the mechanical room. Each opening must have net free area as specified in Table - B. Single openings shall commence within 12" (30 cm) of the ceiling.
The combustion air supply must be com plete ly free of any flammable vapors that may ignite or chemical fumes which may be corrosive to the appliance. Common corrosive chemical fumes which must be avoided are fluorocarbons and other halogenated compounds, most commonly present as refrigerants or solvents, such as Freon, trichlorethylene, perchlorethylene, chlorine, etc. These chemicals, when burned, form acids which quickly attack the heat exchanger finned tubes, headers, flue collectors, and the vent system. The result is improper combustion and a non­warrantable, premature appliance failure.
These chemicals, when burned form acids which quickly attack the boiler tubes, tube sheets, flue collectors, and the ap pli ance stack. The result is improper combustion and a non-warrantable, pre ma ­ture failure of the appliance.
EXHAUST FANS: Any fan or equipment which exhausts air from the equipment room may deplete the combustion air supply and/or cause a downdraft in the venting system. Spillage of flue prod ucts
from the venting system into an occupied living space can cause a very hazardous condition that must be im me di ate ly corrected. If a fan is used to supply combustion air to the equipment room, the installer must make sure that it does not cause drafts that could lead to nuisance operational problems with the appliance.
A construction air filter is installed on the ap pli ance as shipped. The filter assembly is installed on the combustion air inlet located at the rear of the appliance. The filter assembly slips over the air inlet collar and is secured in place with the clamp provided with the filter. If limited space is available at the rear of the appliance, field supplied elbows may be used to mount the filter in the alternate positions shown in the illustration. This filter is For Temporary Use Only on an appliance that must be operated for temporary heat or hot water when a building is under construction. The filter will provide a temporary means to remove airborne dust, dirt and particulate matter generated by construction. The filter prevents airborne particulate contaminants from being drawn into the burner with the combustion air. The filter can be cleaned routinely during construction if necessary. Remove the filter to clean. Wash the filter with water. A flow of water from the inside to the outside should remove most particle matter. Allow the filter to dry before reinstalling. Unfiltered com bus tion air from a construction site can contain con tam i nants that will collect in the burner reducing the firing rate. A burner that becomes clogged with airborne particulate contaminants must be removed and cleaned to restore proper operation to the burner. Sustained operation of an appliance with a clogged burner may result in nuisance operational prob lems, bad combustion and non-warrantable component failures.
CONSTRUCTION AIR FILTER
FIG. 9 Construction Air Filter
ELBOW(S)
NOT
PROVIDED
REAR
MODEL
2.0 19.750
1.7
1.5
A
19.250
18.750
D
CABINET AIR INLET OPENING
B
12.250 4.875
10.750
9.250
C
4.375
3.875
E
FRONT
D E REAR
15.000
9.000
7.500
14.500
6.000
14.000
C
B
24.000
24.000
24.000
EDGE OF SCREEN
MEDIA OVERLAP
2"
2"
FOLD OVERLAP AROUND EDGE OF SCREEN AS SHOWN.
BAND CLAMP
PUSH FILTER ONTO AIR INLET AND FASTEN WITH CLAMP AS SHOWN.
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The construction air filter MUST be removed from the appliance’s air inlet before the appliance is placed in normal operation. Once the construction air filter is removed, ensure that either the equipment room is supplied with combustion air from properly sized combustion and ventilation air openings or a combustion air duct from a Direct Vent or Intelli-Vent system is connected to the appliance. The optional Direct Vent and Intelli-Vent venting sys tems have specific requirements for a special com bus tion air duct from the outside that is directly connect ed to the appliance. See the requirements for this combus tion air duct in the vent ing section for each spe cial ized vent system.
CONSTRUCTION AIR FILTER KITS
TABLE - C
Input Construction
Btu/hr Air Filter Kit
1,500,000
________________________
1,700,000
________________________
2,000,000
KIT4000
________________________
KIT4001
________________________
KIT4002
VENTING
Vent System Options
This appliance has three venting system options. They are: (A) Category IV Venting system with vertical roof top termination or sidewall termination of the flue and combustion air supplied from the mechanical room. (B) Direct Vent with a Category IV flue and a separate combustion air pipe to the outdoors. The Direct Vent system ter mi nates both the flue and air inlet in the same pressure zone. The flue out let and combustion air intake may ter mi nate on either the sidewall or with a rooftop termination. (C) Intelli-Vent with a Category IV flue and a separate combustion air pipe to the outdoors.The Intelli-Vent system terminates the flue and the combustion air inlet pipe in different pressure zones. The Intelli-Vent system may terminate the flue on the roof top and combustion air intake on the sidewall, the flue on the sidewall and combustion air from the rooftop or the flue on the sidewall and combustion air from a different sidewall. All appliances are shipped from the factory equipped for Category IV venting. The optional Direct Vent and Intelli-Vent venting systems will require the installation of specific vent kits and venting materials. The following is a detailed explanation of the installation requirements for each venting system, components used and part numbers of vent kits for each model.
General
Vent installations for connection to gas vents or chimneys must be in ac cor dance with Part 7, “Venting of Equip ment,” of the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, in Canada, the latest edition of CAN/CGA Stan dard B149 Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment or applicable provisions of the local building codes.
Adequate combustion and ventilation air must be supplied to the equipment room in accordance with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, in Canada, the latest edition of CAN/CGA Standard B149 Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances and Equip ment, or applicable provisions of the local building codes.
The distance of the vent terminal from adjacent buildings, windows that open and building openings MUST comply with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, in Canada, the latest edition of CAN/CGA Standard B149 Installation Code for Gas Burning Ap pli anc es and Equipment.
Vent connection is made directly to the flue outlet opening on the back of the unit. The connection from the ap pli ance vent to the stack must be made as direct as possible.
IMPORTANT
Examine the venting system at least once a year. Check all joints and vent pipe connections for tightness. Also, check for corrosion or deterioration. Immediately correct any prob­lems observed in the venting system.
TABLE - D
The Category IV Flue Pipe Sizes
Input Btu/hr Flue Size
1,500,000
________________________
1,700,000
________________________
2,000,000
6"
________________________
7"
_______________________
8"
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Category IV Venting
A CATEGORY IV POSITIVE
PRESSURE VENTING SYSTEM
FIG. 10 Basic Category IV Venting - Vertical
FIG. 11 Basic Category IV Venting - Horizontal
A Category IV venting system for the flue products is required on all models of this appliance. A Category IV vent ing system operates with a positive pressure in the vent. This positive pressure is generated by the internal combustion air blower which operates the combustion process and also ex hausts the flue products from the build ing. The Category IV flue from this appliance can NOT be combined with the vent from any other appliance. The Category IV flues from multiple ap pli anc es can NOT be combined into a common vent. The Category IV flue from this appliance must be a dedicated stack. The flue from this Category IV ap pli ance must have all vent joints and seams sealed gas-tight. A Category IV vent system has specific vent material and installation requirements.
The flue products in the vent system may be cooled below their dew point and form condensate in the flue. The ma te ri als used for a Category IV vent must be resistant to any corrosive damage from flue gas condensate. The flue from a Category IV vent system must have a condensate drain with provisions to properly collect and dispose of any condensate that may occur in the vent ing system.
Category IV Flue Pipe Materials
Select venting material from the fol low ing specified vent distributors:
Heat-Fab Inc. Saf-T CI Vent with AL29-4C stainless steel (Call 1-800-772-0739 for nearest distributor)
Protech Systems Inc. Fas N Seal Vent with AL29-4C stainless steel (Call 1-800-766-3473 for nearest distributor)
Z-Flex Z-Vent with AL29-4C stainless steel (Call 1-800-654-5600 for nearest distributor)
Or other listed Category IV vent sys tems suitable for a condensing, pos i tive pressure gas fired appliance.
Venting Guidelines for a Category IV Vent
The connection from the appliance vent to the stack or vent termination out side the building MUST be made with listed Category IV vent system and must be direct as possible with no reduction in diameter. The Category IV vent and accessories, such as firestop spacers, thimbles, caps, etc., MUST be installed in accordance with the vent manufacturers instructions. The vent connector and firestop must provide correct spacing to combustible surfaces and seal to the vent connector on the upper and lower sides of each floor or ceiling through which the vent connector passes.
In a typical installation, each appliance must have a dedicated Category IV flue with no other appliance interconnected to any part of the dedicated flue. Each appliance MUST connect to the dedicated flue stack using a properly sealed vent adapter provided by the vent manufacturer. The flues from multiple Intelli-Fin appliances may only be combined when using an engineered vent system incorporating an induced draft fan to ensure that flue products will be properly exhausted from the building at all times. Failure to use a properly sized induced draft fan on a combined vent installation may result in a hazardous condition where flue gases spill into an occupied living space. Consult the induced draft fan manufacturer to size the induced draft fan and to determine the diameter of the common vent pipe required for a combined vent installation.
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Any vent materials specified must be listed by a nationally recognized test agency for use as a Category IV vent material.
The venting system must be planned so as to avoid possible contact with con cealed plumbing or electrical wiring inside walls, floors or ceilings. Locate the appliance as close as pos si ble to a chimney or gas vent.
There shall be no reductions in vent diameter.
Horizontal portions of the venting system shall be supported to prevent sagging. Horizontal runs should slope upwards not less than 1/4 inch per foot (21 mm/m) from the drain tee installed in the flue to the vertical portion of the flue or to the vent terminal on sidewall venting installations. This ensures proper removal of any con den sate that may form in the flue. Follow the installation instructions from the vent material manufacturer.
Do not use an existing chimney as a raceway if another appliance or fire place is vented through the chimney. The weight of the venting system must not rest on the unit. Adequate support of the venting system must be provided in compliance with local codes and other applicable codes. All con nec tions should be secured and sealed per the vent manufacturers specifications.
Vent connectors serving appliances vented by natural draft shall not be connected to any portion of the Cat e go ry IV positive pressure vent system used by this appliance. Connection of a negative draft flue into the positive pressure stack from this appliance may cause flue products to be discharged into an occupied living space causing serious health injury.
When a Category IV vent system is dis con nect ed for any reason, the flue must be reassembled and resealed according to the vent manufacturer’s in struc tions.
The installed length of the Category IV flue from the appliance to the point of termination, outside of the building, must not exceed a maximum of 100 equiv a lent feet (30.5 m) in length. Subtract 5 feet (1.5 m) of equivalent length for each 90° elbow installed in the vent. Subtract 2 1/2 feet (0.7 m) of equivalent length for each 45° elbow installed in the vent.
The flue may terminate either ver ti cal ly at the roof top or horizontally on a sidewall. See the information about the specific vent termination location for recommended location and clearances.
General Category IV Vent Termination Clearances
The vent cap should have a minimum clearance of 4 feet (1.2 m) horizontally from and in no case above or below, unless a 4 foot (1.2 m) horizontal dis tance is maintained from electric meters, gas meters, regulators and relief equipment.
The venting system shall terminate at least 3 feet (0.9 m) above any forced air inlet within 10 feet (3.05 m).
The venting system shall terminate at least 4 feet (1.2 m) below, 4 feet (1.2 m) horizontally from, or 1 foot (30 cm) above any door, window or grav i ty air inlet into any building.
Do not terminate the vent in a window well, stairwell, alcove, courtyard or other recessed area. The vent cannot terminate below grade. The bottom of the vent terminal shall be located at least 12 inches (30 cm) above grade and above normal snow levels.
To avoid a blocked flue condition, keep the vent cap clear of snow, ice, leaves, debris, etc.
Flue gases from this appliance may contain large amounts of water vapor that will form a white plume in winter. Plume could obstruct a window view.
Flue gas condensate can freeze on ex te ri or surfaces or on the vent cap. Fro zen condensate on the vent cap can result in a blocked flue condition. Flue gas condensate can cause discoloration of exterior building surfaces. Adjacent brick or masonry surfaces should be protected with a rust re sis tant sheet metal plate.
The manufacturer shall NOT be held liable for any personal injury or prop er ty damage due to ice formation or the dislodging of ice from the vent system or the vent termination.
Drain Tee Installation
WIRE TIE
4" Ø CIRCULAR TRAP
TO SUITABLE DRAIN
FIG. 12 Drain Tee
A drain tee MUST be installed in the Category IV vent pipe to collect and dispose of any condensate that may occur in the vent system. The drain tee should be installed at the point where the flue turns vertical for a roof top termination or as one of the first fittings in a horizontal flue that will terminate on a sidewall. Ensure that horizontal portions of the vent are properly sloped to allow condensate to be evacuated at the drain tee. See the typical vent installation drawings. Plastic drain tubing, sized per the vent manufacturer’s instructions, shall be provided as a drain line from
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the tee. The drain tubing must have a trap provided by a 4" (10.2 cm)-diameter circular trap loop in the drain tubing. Prime the trap loop by pouring a small quantity of water into the drain hose before assembly to the vent. Secure the trap loop in position with nylon wire ties. Use caution not to collapse or restrict the condensate drain line with the nylon wire ties. The con den sate drain must be routed to the con den sate neutralization system or a suitable drain for disposal of con den sate that may occur in the Category IV vent system. Refer to the condensate drain installation instructions as supplied by the manufacturer of the vent material. Ensure that the drain from the condensate tee is not exposed to freezing temperatures. See “Freeze Protection” for more information.
MASONRY CHIMNEY
INSTALLATIONS
A standard masonry chimney must NOT be used to vent the products of combustion from the flue of a Category IV, pos i tive pressure appliance. If a masonry chimney is to be used,
the chimney MUST use a sealed, metallic, corrosion re sis tant liner system to vent flue products from this high efficiency appliance. Sealed, metallic, corrosion resistant liner systems (single wall, double-wall, or flexible or rigid metallic liners) must be rated for use with a high efficiency Category IV, positive pressure vent system. Corrosion re sis tant chimney liner
systems are typ i cal ly made from a high grade of cor ro sion resistant stainless steel such as AL 29-4C. The corrosion resistant liner must be properly sized and fully sealed throughout the entire length if the flue is contained within the masonry chimney. Both the top and the bottom of the masonry chimney must be capped and sealed to provide a dead air space around the sealed corrosion resistant metallic liner. Consult with local code officials to determine code
re quire ments or the advisability of using a masonry chimney with a sealed cor ro sion resistant liner system.
CAUTION
Venting of a high efficiency Category IV appliance into a masonry chimney without a sealed stainless steel liner can result in operational and safety problems. Any breaks, leaks or damage to the masonry flue/tile will allow spillage of the positive pressure flue products from the chimney. These flue products can easily escape into an occupied living space causing a health hazard. If there is any doubt about the condition of a masonry chimney, or its acceptability for use after inser tion of a corrosion resistant liner system, consult with local code officials.
VERTICAL VENTING
TERMINATIONS
Follow all General Category IV Vent Termination Clearances.
RIDGE
CHIMNEY
3' MIN
2' MIN
10' OR LESS
FIG. 13 Vent Termination from Peaked Roof - 10 Feet or Less
from Ridge
FIG. 14 Vent Termination from Peaked Roof - 10 Feet or
More from Ridge
The vent terminal should be vertical and exhaust outside the build­ing at least 2 feet (0.61 m) above the highest point of the roof within a 10 foot (3.05 m) radius of the termination.
The vertical termination must be a minimum of 3 feet (0.91 m) above the point of exit.
MORE THAN 10'
10'
RIDGE
2' MIN
3' MIN
CHIMNEY
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10' OR LESS
FIG. 15 Vent Termination from Flat Roof - 10 Feet or
Less from Parapet Wall
FIG. 16 Vent Termination from Flat Roof - 10 Feet or
More from Parapet Wall
A vertical termination less than 10 feet (3.05 m) from a parapet wall must be a minimum of 2 feet (0.61 m) higher than the parapet wall.
SIDEWALL VENTING
TERMINATIONS
This venting system uses the ap pli ance’s internal combustion air blower to force the flue products out of a horizontally-terminated flue. This blower generates a positive pres sure in the flue. Combustion air is drawn from the equipment room (see Combustion and Ventilation Air Re quire ments) unless the appliance is equipped with an optional Direct Vent or Intelli-Vent System.
FIG. 17 Sidewall Venting Installation
The connection from the appliance flue outlet to the sidewall vent cap MUST be made with listed type Category IV vent materials and accessories. The in stall er must supply suitable vent pipe material. The sidewall vent cap is available from the appliance manufacturer as a vent kit.
FIG. 18 Sidewall Vent Cap
TABLE - E
Sidewall Vent Cap Kits
Sidewall Vent
Input Btu/hr Flue Size Cap Kit
1,500,000
________________
1,700,000
________________
2,000,000
6"
_____________
7"
_____________
8"
SVK3026
_________________
SVK3027
_________________
SVK3028
The sidewall vent cap kit includes the wall penetration assembly and the dis charge screen assembly. All required Category IV vent pipe and fittings must be purchased locally.
WALL OR PARAPET
2' MIN
3' MIN
CHIMNEY
2' MIN
CHIMNEY
10' OR MORE
3' MIN
NOTE: NO HEIGHT ABOVE PARAPET REQUIRED WHEN
WALL OR PARAPET
DISTANCE FOR WALLS OR PARAPETS IS MORE THAN 10'>
CHIMNEY
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The installed sidewall vent cap assembly may be paint ed to match the exterior color. The opening through the wall for instal la tion of the sidewall vent cap must provide an air space clearance of 2 inches (5.1 cm) around the flue pipe. The diameter of the opening for installation of the sidewall cap will be 4 inches (10.2 cm) larger (minimum) than the nominal diameter of the in stalled vent pipe to the sidewall cap.
The sidewall cap is installed from the outside and mounted to the wall with four screws or wall anchors. Seal under the screw heads with caulking. Install the screen assembly using the stainless steel screws provided in the kit. Install the Category IV vent pipe from the appliance to the vent cap. The installed vent pipe must protrude at least 2 inches (5.1 cm) into the screen area beyond the thimble portion of the sidewall cap assembly. See detailed instructions packed with the sidewall vent kit.
Follow all requirements in the General Category IV Venting sections for vent ing flue products to the outdoors. See the Combustion and Ventilation Air Requirements section to ensure that adequate combustion and ventilation air is supplied to the equipment room. All other general installation requirements must be followed.
LOCATION OF A SIDEWALL
VENT TERMINATION
Follow all General Category IV Vent Termination Clearances.
3' MIN.
4' MIN.
10' MIN.
HORIZONTALLY
FIG. 19 Sidewall Venting Installation with Clearances from
Vent Cap
The vent cap shall terminate at least 3 feet (0.91 m) above any forced air inlet within 10 feet (3.05 m) horizontally.
The vent cap MUST NOT terminate below a forced air intake at any distance.
The vent shall terminate at least 4 feet (1.22 m) below, 4 feet (1.22 m) horizontally from or 1 foot (0.30 m) above and 2 feet (0.60 m) horizontally from any door, window or gravity air inlet to the building.
The sidewall vent termination must be at least 8 feet (2.4 m) horizontally from any combustion air intake located above the sidewall termination cap.
Do not terminate the vent in a window well, stairwell, alcove, courtyard or other recessed area. The vent cannot terminate below grade.
The vent shall not terminate directly above a public walkway due to the nor mal formation of water vapor in the combustion process. Horizontal ter mi na tions must not be located over areas of pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
The vent system shall terminate at least 1 foot (0.30 m) above grade, above normal snow levels and at least 7 feet (2.13 m) above grade when located ad ja cent to public walkways.
The vent terminal shall not be in stalled closer than 3 feet (0.91 m) from an inside corner of an L-shaped struc ture.
The vent cap should have a minimum clearance of 4 feet (1.22 m) hor i zon tal ly from and in no case above or below, unless a 4-foot (1.22 m) hor i zon tal distance is maintained from elec tric meters, gas meters, regulators and relief equipment.
Flue gas condensate can freeze on ex te ri or walls or on the vent cap. Frozen condensate on the vent cap can result in a blocked flue condition. Some discoloration to exterior building surfaces can be expected. Adjacent brick or masonry surfaces should be protected with a rust resistant sheet metal plate.
The sidewall vent system must use the sidewall vent cap kit provided by the appliance manufacturer for installation on a sidewall termination.
The sidewall vent cap MUST be purchased as a kit from the appliance man u fac tur er to ensure proper operation. Lo cal ly purchased or fabricated sidewall vent caps should not be used.
DIRECT VENT AND
INTELLI-VENT SYSTEMS
Direct Vent and Intelli-Vent Systems are installed with a Category IV flue and a separate combustion air pipe to the outdoors. The Direct Vent System terminates both the flue and combustion air
inlet in the same pressure zone. The Intelli-Vent System terminates the flue and combustion air inlet in dif fer ent pressure zones. The flue outlet and combustion air intake may terminate with either a sidewall or a rooftop termination.
Follow all requirements in the General Category IV Venting sections for proper installation and venting of flue products vertically or horizontally to the outdoors. All other general in stal la tion requirements must be fol lowed.
The Direct Vent and Intelli-Vent Sys tems require the installation of an additional pipe to supply combustion air from outdoors directly to the ap pli ance.
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In cold climates, the use of type “B” double wall vent pipe or an insulated single wall pipe for combustion air is recommended to help prevent moisture in the cool incoming air from condensing and leaking from the inlet pipe.
Termination point for the flue products must follow the clearance requirements in the Vertical or Horizontal Vent Termination sections of the Category IV Venting.
CAUTION
Appliances that are shut down or will not operate may experience freezing due to convective airflow in the air inlet pipe connected to the appliance.
TABLE - F
Direct Vent and Intelli-Vent Flue
and Air Inlet Pipe Sizes
Air Inlet
Input Btu/hr Flue Size Pipe Size
1,500,000
________________
1,700,000
________________
2,000,000
6"
______________
7"
_____________
8"
6"
________________
7"*
________________
8"
*Piping from the appliance to the air inlet cap may be either 7" or 8". An 8" diameter sidewall air inlet cap is provided in the vent kit.
Length of Air Inlet Pipe
The maximum total length of the sidewall or vertical roof top combus tion air inlet pipe as installed from the appliance to the air inlet cap must not exceed 100 equivalent feet (30.5 m) in length. Subtract 5 feet (1.52 m) of equivalent length for each 90° elbow installed in the air inlet pipe system. Subtract 2 1/2 feet (0.7 m) of equiv a lent length for each 45° elbow in stalled in the air inlet pipe system.
Do not exceed limits for the combustion air inlet piping lengths.
Air Inlet Pipe Materials
The air inlet pipe(s) must be sealed. Choose acceptable combustion air inlet pipe materials from those specified in this section.
Select air inlet pipe material from the following specified materials:
PVC, CPVC or ABS (6", 7"or 8" I.D.)*.
Dryer Vent or Sealed Flexible Duct (not recommended for roof top air inlet).
Galvanized steel vent pipe with joints and seams sealed as specified below.
Type “B” double wall vent with joints and seams sealed as specified below.
* Plastic pipe may require an adapter (not provided) to transition between the air inlet connection on the ap pli ance and the plastic air inlet pipe.
WARNING
Using vent or air intake ma te ri als other than those specified, fail ure to properly seal all seams and joints or failure to follow vent pipe manufacturer’s instructions can result in personal injury, death or property damage. Mixing of venting materials will void the warranty and cer ti fi ca tion of the appliance.
Sealing of Type “B” double wall vent material or galvanized vent pipe ma te ri al used for air inlet pipe on a sidewall or vertical roof top Com bus tion Air Supply System.
a. Seal all joints and seams of the air inlet pipe
using either Aluminum Foil Duct Tape meeting UL Standard 723 or 181A-P or a high quality UL Listed silicon sealant such as those manufactured by Dow Corning or General Electric.
b. Do not install seams of vent pipe on the
bottom of horizontal runs.
c. Secure all joints with a minimum of three sheet
metal screws or pop rivets. Apply aluminum foil duct tape or sil i cone sealant to all screws or rivets installed in the vent pipe.
d. Ensure that the air inlet pipes are properly
supported.
The PVC, CPVC or ABS air inlet pipe should be cleaned and sealed with the pipe manufacturers recommended solvents and standard commercial pipe cement for the material used. The PVC, CPVC, ABS, Dryer Vent or Flex Duct air inlet pipe should use a silicone
NOTE:
The use of double wall vent or insulated material for the combustion air inlet pipe is recommended in cold climates to prevent the condensation of airborne moisture in the incoming com bus tion air.
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sealant to ensure a proper seal at the appliance con nec tion and the air inlet cap connection. Dryer vent or flex duct should use a screw type clamp to seal the vent to the appliance air inlet and the air inlet cap. Proper sealing of the air inlet pipe ensures that combustion air will be free of contaminants and sup plied in proper volume.
When a sidewall or vertical roof top combustion air supply system is dis con nect ed for any reason, the air inlet pipe must be resealed to ensure that combustion air will be free of con tam i nants and supplied in proper volume.
DANGER
Failure to properly seal all joints and seams as required in the air inlet piping may result in flue gas recirculation, spillage of flue prod ucts and carbon monoxide emissions causing severe personal injury or death.
Combined Combustion Air Inlet Points
The air inlet pipes from multiple ap pli anc es can be combined to a single common connection if the common air inlet pipe has a cross sectional area equal to or larger than the total area of all air inlet pipes connected to the common air inlet pipe. {Example: two 8" (20.3 cm) air inlet pipes [50.3 in
2
(324.5 cm2) area each] have a total area of 100.6 in2(645.2 cm2) requires a 12" (30.5 cm) [113.1 in
2
(729.7 cm2] common air inlet pipe.} The air inlet point for mul ­ti ple boiler air inlets must be pro vid ed with an exterior opening which has a free area equal to or greater than the total area of all air inlet pipes connected to the common air in let. This exterior opening for com bus tion air must connect directly to the outdoors. The total length of the combined air inlet pipe must not exceed a maximum of 100 (30.5 m) equivalent feet. You must deduct the restriction in area provided by any screens, grills or louvers installed in the common air inlet point. These are common on the sidewall air inlet openings and some rooftop terminations. Screens, grills or louvers installed in the common air inlet can reduce the free area of the opening from 25% to 75% based on the materials used.
VERTICAL DIRECT VENT SYSTEMS
A Vertical Direct Vent System is in stalled with a Category IV flue and a separate combustion air pipe to the outdoors. The Direct Vent system ter mi nates both the flue and air inlet in the same pressure zone. The flue out let and combustion air intake must both terminate on the rooftop.
Follow all requirements in the General Category IV Venting sections for proper installation and of venting flue prod ucts vertically to the outdoors. All other general installation requirements must be followed.
The Direct Vent system requires the installation of an additional pipe to supply combustion air from outdoors directly to the appliance. The air inlet pipe must use one of the spec i fied materials.
The maximum installed length of the air inlet pipe from the appliance to the air inlet cap is 100 equivalent feet (30.48 m) in length. The maximum in stalled length of the flue pipe from the appliance to the termination cap is 100 equivalent feet (30.48 m) in length. Subtract 5 feet (1.52 m) of equivalent length
for each 90° elbow installed in either the flue pipe or the air inlet pipe.
Termination point for the flue products must follow the clearance requirements in the Vertical Vent Termination sections of the
Category IV Venting.
FIG. 20 Vertical Direct Vent Installation with Rooftop
Combustion Air Inlet
3'
12"
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VERTICAL COMBUSTION AIR INLET
FIG. 21 Air Inlet Cap for Rooftop Termination
The air inlet cap for the vertical roof top air inlet is assembled from com po nents purchased locally. The air inlet cap consist of two 90° elbows installed at the point of termination for the air inlet pipe. The first 90° elbow is in stalled on the rooftop at the highest vertical point of the air inlet pipe and turned horizontal, the second 90° elbow is installed on the horizontal outlet of the first elbow and turned down. A 90° elbow and a 90° street elbow may be used to make this assembly. If a straight piece of pipe is used be tween the two elbows, it should not ex ceed 6" (150 mm) in length. The termina tion elbow on the air inlet must be located a minimum of 12" (0.30 m) above the roof or above normal levels of snow accumulation.
The point of termination for the com bus tion air inlet cap MUST be at least 3 feet (0.91 m) below the point of flue gas termination (vent cap) if it is located within a 10 foot (3.05 m) radius of the flue outlet. Use care to ensure that the 90° elbow assembly is properly installed on the air inlet pipe.
The combustion air inlet cap must not be installed closer than 10 feet (3.05 m) from an inside corner of an L-shaped structure.
The termination point of the combustion air inlet cap must be installed at least one foot (0.30 m) above the roof top and above normal snow levels.
The combustion air cap assembly used MUST adequately protect the combustion air inlet from wind and weather.
The combustion air cap and flue gas outlet MUST be located on the same roof top surface and in the same pressure zone.
Combustion air supplied from outdoors must be free of contaminants (see Com bus tion and Ventilation Air). To pre vent recirculation of flue products in to the combustion air inlet, follow all instructions in this section.
Incorrect installation and/or location of the air inlet cap can allow the discharge of flue products to be drawn into the combustion process on the heater. This can result in incomplete combustion and potentially hazardous levels of carbon monoxide in the flue products. This will cause operational problems with the heater and possible spillage of flue products that can cause personal injury, death or prop er ty damage.
Multiple Vertical Direct Vent Installations
FIG. 22 Multiple Vertical Direct Vent Installations
The combustion air inlet caps for mul ti ple appliance installations must maintain the minimum 3 foot (0.91 m) clearance below the closest vertical flue outlet if within 10 feet (3.05 m). Multiple flue outlet caps may be in stalled side by side and multiple air inlet caps may be installed side by side but the air inlet must always be at least 3 feet (0.91 m) below the closest flue outlet if the outlet is within 10 feet (3.05 m). All clearance and installation requirements in this sec tion and the applicable portions of the general Category IV venting section must be maintained on multiple ap pli ance installations.
For venting flue products horizontally to the outdoors, follow all re quire ments in the installation instructions for sidewall venting. Termination point for the flue products must follow the clearance requirements in the Sidewall Vent Termination section of Category IV Venting.
A Horizontal Direct Vent System is installed with a Category IV flue and a separate combustion air pipe to the outdoors. The Direct Vent system ter mi nates both the flue and air inlet in the same pressure zone. The flue out let and combustion air intake must both terminate on the same sidewall.
Follow all requirements in the General Category IV Venting sections for proper installation and of venting flue prod ucts to the outdoors with a sidewall termination. All other general in stal la tion requirements must be followed.
HORIZONTAL DIRECT VENT
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The Direct Vent system requires the installation of an additional pipe to supply combustion air from outdoors directly to the appliance. The air inlet pipe must use one of the spec i fied materials.
The maximum installed length of the air inlet pipe from the appliance to the air inlet cap is 100 equivalent feet (30.48 m) in length. The maximum in stalled length of the flue pipe from the appliance to the termination cap is 100 equivalent feet (30.48 m) in length. Subtract 5 feet (1.52 m) of equivalent length for each 90° elbow installed in either the flue pipe or the air inlet pipe. Subtract 2 1/2 feet (0.7 m) of equivalent length for
each 45° elbow installed in either the flue or the air inlet pipe.
Termination point for the flue products must follow the clearance requirements in the Sidewall Venting Termination sections of the
Category IV Venting.
FIG. 23 Horizontal Direct Vent Installations with Sidewall
Combustion Air Inlet
SIDEWALL COMBUSTION
AIR INLET
Horizontal Direct Vent systems in stalled with sidewall terminations for both combustion air and flue products must purchase the termination caps from the appliance manufacturer. The sidewall air inlet cap and sidewall vent cap for flue products are avail able as a vent kit.
FIG. 24 Sidewall Vent Cap
The part numbers for the required sidewall air inlet cap kit are listed by unit size. The manufacturer, in accordance with CSA requirements, must furnish the sidewall air inlet cap. Each kit includes the spe cial combustion air inlet cap for in stal la tion on an exterior sidewall. The sidewall air inlet cap supplied in the kit is sized to provide combustion air for a single appliance only.
TABLE - G
Flue Air Inlet Sidewall Air
Input Cap Cap Inlet & Flue
Btu/hr Size Size Cap Kit
1,500,000
___________
1,700,000
___________
2,000,000
6"
__________
7"
__________
8"
6"
__________
8"*
__________
8"
HDK3018
______________
HDK3019
______________
HDK3020
*Piping from the appliance to the air inlet cap may be either 7" or 8" connecting to an 8" sidewall cap provided in the kit.
Location of a Sidewall Air Inlet Cap
Incorrect installation and/or location of the air inlet cap can allow the discharge of flue products to be drawn into the combustion process on the heater. This can result in incomplete combustion and potentially hazardous levels of carbon monoxide in the flue products. This will cause operational problems with the heater and possible spillage of flue products that can cause personal injury, death or prop er ty damage.
The termination point of the sidewall air inlet must be installed a minimum of 12 inches (0.30 m) above ground level and above normal levels of snow ac cu mu la tion.
The point of termination for the sidewall combustion air inlet cap MUST be located a minimum of 3 feet (0.92 m) horizontally and 12 inches (0.30 m) below the point of flue gas termination (vent cap) if it is located within a 10 foot (3.05 m) radius of the flue outlet.
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The sidewall combustion air inlet cap MUST NOT be installed above the sidewall flue outlet if it is located within a 10 foot (3.05 m) radius of the flue outlet.
The sidewall combustion air inlet cap must not be installed closer than 10 feet (3.05 m) from an inside corner of an L-shaped structure.
The sidewall combustion air cap as sem bly used MUST adequately protect the combustion air inlet from wind and weather.
The sidewall combustion air inlet cap and flue gas outlet MUST be located on the same sidewall surface and in the same pressure zone.
Combustion air supplied from outdoors must be free of contaminants (see Com bus tion and Ventilation Air). To pre vent recirculation of flue products into the combustion air inlet, follow all instructions in this section.
Multiple Horizontal Direct Vent Installations
FIG. 26 Multiple Horizontal Direct Vent Caps Installed on a
Sidewall
INTELLI-VENT SYSTEMS
The combustion air inlet caps for mul ti ple appliance installations must maintain the same minimum clearance from the closest vent cap installed within a 10 foot (3.05 m) radius of the point of flue gas termination as specified in single appliance installations. Multiple flue outlet caps may be installed side by side and multiple air inlet caps may be installed side by side but the minimum clearance of 3 feet (0.91 m) horizontal radius and 12 inches (0.30 m) below the closest flue outlet to the air inlet cap must be maintained. All clearance and installation requirements in this sec tion and the applicable portions of the general Category IV venting section must be maintained on multiple ap pli ance installations.
An Intelli-Vent system is a Category IV flue installed with a separate com bus tion air pipe to the outdoors. The Intelli-Vent system terminates the flue and the combustion air inlet pipe in different pressure zones. The Intelli-Vent system may terminate the flue and combustion air in any one of three configurations.
These are:
(1) The flue on the roof top and combustion air intake
on the sidewall;
(2) The flue on the sidewall and combustion air from
the rooftop;
(3) The flue on the sidewall and the combustion air on
a sidewall other than the sidewall where the flue is located.
All appliances are shipped from the factory equipped for Category IV venting system. The optional Intelli-Vent systems require the installation of specific venting materials that are purchased locally. Sidewall termination caps for flue products and combustion air must be purchased from the manufacturer. The sidewall caps for combustion air and flue products are available as vent kits. The following is a detailed explanation of the installation re quire ments for each venting system, components used and part numbers of vent kits for each model.
Follow all requirements in the General Category IV Venting sections for proper installation and of venting flue prod ucts to the outdoors with either a rooftop or a sidewall termination. All other general installation requirements must be followed.
The Intelli-Vent System requires the installation of an additional pipe to supply combustion air from outdoors directly to the appliance. The air inlet pipe must use one of the spec i fied materials.
FIG. 25 Air Inlet Cap for Sidewall Termination
FLUE OUTLETS
3' HORIZONTALLY
AIR INLET CAP
1' BELOW FLUE
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Combined Air Inlet Points
The air inlet pipes from multiple ap pli anc es installed with an Intelli-Vent system can be combined to a single common connection based on the cross sectional area of the common pipe as defined in the Direct Vent basic in for ma tion section.
Maximum Length of an Intelli-Vent Sys tem
The maximum installed length of the air inlet pipe from the appliance to the air inlet cap is 100 equivalent feet (30.5 m) in length. The maximum in stalled length of the flue pipe from the appliance to the termination cap is 100 equivalent feet (30.5 m) in length. Subtract 5 feet (1.52 m) of equivalent length for each 90° elbow installed in either the flue pipe or the air inlet pipe.
Subtract 2 1/2 feet (0.7 m) of equivalent length for each 45° elbow installed in either the flue pipe or the air inlet pipe.
VERTICAL INTELLI-VENT WITH
SIDEWALL COMBUSTION AIR
FIG. 27 Vertical Intelli-Vent Installation - Sidewall Combustion Air Inlet
Intelli-Vent systems are installed with a Category IV flue and a separate combustion air pipe to the outdoors. The Vertical Intelli-Vent system ter mi nates the flue at the rooftop and air inlet at the sidewall. The flue outlet and combustion air intake terminates in different pressure zones.
Follow all requirements in the General Category IV Venting sections for proper installation and venting of flue prod ucts vertically to the outdoors. All other general installation requirements must be followed.
The Intelli-Vent system requires the installation of an additional pipe to supply combustion air from outdoors directly to the appliance.
Termination point for the flue products must follow the clearance requirements in the Vertical Vent Termination sec tion of the Category IV Venting.
CAUTION
Appliances that are shut down or will not operate may experience freezing due to convective airflow in the air inlet pipe connected to the appliance.
SIDEWALL COMBUSTION
AIR INLET
FIG. 28 Air Inlet Cap for Sidewall Termination
The air inlet cap for the sidewall air inlet must be purchased from the ap pli ance manufacturer.
The part numbers for the required sidewall air inlet cap kit are listed by unit size. The appliance man u fac tur er, in accordance with CSA requirements, must furnish the sidewall air inlet cap. Each kit includes the special combustion air inlet cap for installation on an exterior sidewall.
TABLE - H
Air Inlet Sidewall
Input Flue Pipe Air Inlet
Btu/hr Size Size Cap Kit
1,500,000
___________
1,700,000
___________
2,000,000
6"
___________
7"
___________
8"
6"
___________
7"*
___________
8"
SAK3000
___________
SAK3001
___________
SAK3002
*Piping from the appliance to the air inlet cap may be either 7" or 8" connecting to an 8" sidewall cap provided in the kit.
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Location of a Sidewall Air Inlet Cap
Installation, location and clearance requirements for the sidewall air inlet cap in an Intelli-Vent application are the same as the installation, location and clearance requirements for the sidewall air inlet cap in the Hor i zon tal Direct Vent section of the venting instructions.
The sidewall combustion air inlet cap and the rooftop flue gas outlet are located in different pressure zones in an Intelli-Vent system.
Combustion air supplied from outdoors must be free of contaminants (see Com bus tion and Ventilation Air). To pre vent recirculation of flue products in to the combustion air inlet, follow all instructions in this section.
Incorrect installation and/or location of the air inlet cap can allow the discharge of flue products to be drawn into the combustion process on the heater. This can result in incomplete combustion and potentially hazardous levels of carbon monoxide in the flue products. This will cause operational problems with the heater and possible spillage of flue products that can cause personal injury, death or prop er ty damage.
HORIZONTAL INTELLI-VENT WITH
VERTICAL COMBUSTION AIR
Intelli-Vent systems are installed with a Category IV flue and a separate combustion air pipe to the outdoors. The Horizontal Intelli-Vent system terminates the flue at the sidewall and air inlet at the rooftop. The flue outlet and combustion air intake terminate in different pressure zones.
FIG. 29 Horizontal Intelli-Vent Installation - Rooftop
Combustion Air Inlet
Follow all requirements in the General Category IV Venting sections for proper installation and of venting flue prod ucts horizontally to the outdoors. All other general installation requirements must be followed.
The Intelli-Vent system requires the installation of an additional pipe to supply combustion air from outdoors directly to the appliance.
In cold climates, the use of type “B” double wall vent pipe or an insulated single wall pipe is recommended to prevent moisture in the cool incoming air from condensing and leaking from the inlet pipe.
Termination point for the flue products must follow the clearance requirements in the Horizontal Sidewall Vent Ter mi na tion section of the Category IV Vent ing.
CAUTION
Appliances that are shut down or will not operate may experience freezing due to convective airflow in the air inlet pipe connected to the appliance.
The flue and air inlet duct sizes for a Horizontal Intelli-Vent Installation with Rooftop Combustion Air Inlet are listed by unit size. The sidewall vent cap must be purchased from the ap pli ance manufacturer as a vent kit.
TABLE - I
Air Inlet Sidewall
Input Flue Pipe Vent
Btu/hr Size Size Cap Kit
1,500,000
___________
1,700,000
___________
2,000,000
6"
___________
7"
___________
8"
6"
___________
7"*
___________
8"
SVK3026
____________
SVK3027
____________
SVK3028
*Piping from the appliance to the air inlet cap may be either 7" or 8" connecting to an 8" sidewall cap provided in the kit.
12" MIN.
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VERTICAL COMBUSTION
AIR INLET
FIG. 30 Air Inlet Cap for Rooftop Termination
The air inlet cap for the vertical roof top air inlet is assembled from com po nents purchased locally. The air inlet cap consist of two 90° elbows installed at the point of termination for the air inlet pipe. The first 90° elbow is in stalled on the rooftop at the highest vertical point of the air inlet pipe and turned horizontal, the second 90° elbow is installed on the horizontal outlet of the first elbow and turned down. A 90° elbow and a 90° street elbow may be used to make this assembly. If a straight piece of pipe is used be tween the two elbows, it should not ex ceed 6 inches (150 mm) in length. The ter mi na tion elbow on the air inlet must be located a minimum of 12 inches (0.30 m) above the roof or above normal levels of snow accumulation.
Location of a Rooftop Air Inlet Cap
Incorrect installation and/or location of the air inlet cap can allow the discharge of flue products to be drawn into the combustion process on the heater. This can result in incomplete combustion and potentially hazardous levels of carbon monoxide in the flue products. This will cause operational problems with the heater and possible spillage of flue products that can cause personal injury, death or prop er ty damage.
Installation, location and clearance requirements for the rooftop air inlet cap in an Intelli-Vent application are the same as the installation, location and clearance requirements for the rooftop air inlet cap in the Vertical Direct Vent section of the venting instructions.
The rooftop combustion air inlet cap and the sidewall flue gas outlet are located in different pressure zones in an Intelli-Vent system.
Combustion air supplied from outdoors must be free of contaminants (see Com bus tion and Ventilation Air). To pre vent recirculation of flue products in to the combustion air inlet, follow all instructions in this section and re lat ed Direct Vent sections.
In cold climates, the use of type “B” double wall vent pipe or an insulated single wall pipe is recommended to help prevent moisture in the cool incoming air from condensing and leaking from the inlet pipe.
Termination point for the flue products must follow the clearance requirements in the Horizontal Sidewall Vent Ter mi na tion section of the Category IV Venting.
FIG. 31 Horizontal Intelli-Fin Installation with Sidewall
Combustion Air in a Different Pressure Zone
Intelli-Vent systems are installed with a Category IV flue and a separate combustion air pipe to the outdoors. The Horizontal Intelli-Vent system terminates the flue at the sidewall and the combustion air on a sidewall other than the sidewall where the flue is located. The sidewall flue outlet and sidewall combustion air intake must terminate in different pressure zones.
Follow all requirements in the General Category IV Venting sections for proper installation and of venting flue prod ucts horizontally to the outdoors. All other general installation requirements must be followed.
The Intelli-Vent System requires the installation of an additional pipe to supply combustion air from outdoors directly to the appliance.
HORIZONTAL INTELLI-VENT
WITH SIDEWALL COMBUSTION AIR
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CAUTION
Appliances that are shut down or will not operate may experience freezing due to convective airflow in the air inlet pipe connected to the appliance.
The flue and air inlet duct sizes for a Horizontal Intelli-Vent Installation with Sidewall Combustion Air Inlet are listed by unit size.
SIDEWALL COMBUSTION
AIR INLET
Intelli-Vent systems installed with sidewall terminations for both com bus tion air and flue products must pur chase the termination caps from the appliance manufacturer. The sidewall air inlet cap and sidewall vent cap for flue products are available as a vent kit.
FIG. 32 Sidewall Vent Cap
The part numbers for the required sidewall air inlet and flue cap kit are listed by unit size. The manufacturer, in accordance with CSA re quire ments, must furnish both the sidewall air inlet and flue cap. Each kit includes the both the special com bus tion air inlet cap and the sidewall flue cap for installation on an ex te ri or sidewall. The sidewall air inlet cap supplied in the kit is sized to provide combustion air for a single appliance only.
TABLE - J
Flue Air Inlet Sidewall Air
Input Cap Cap Inlet & Flue
Btu/hr Size Size Cap Kit
1,500,000
___________
1,700,000
___________
2,000,000
6"
_______
7"
_______
8"
6"
_______
8"*
_______
8"
HDK3018
________________
HDK3019
________________
HDK3020
*Piping from the appliance to the air inlet cap may be either 7" or 8" connecting to an 8" sidewall cap provided in the kit.
Location of a Sidewall Air Inlet Cap
Installation, location and clearance requirements for the sidewall air inlet cap in an Intelli-Vent application are the same as the installation, location and clearance requirements for the sidewall air inlet cap in the Hor i zon tal Direct Vent section of the venting instructions.
FIG. 33 Air Inlet Cap for Sidewall Termination
The sidewall combustion air inlet cap and the rooftop flue gas outlet are located in different pressure zones in an Intelli-Vent system.
Combustion air supplied from outdoors must be free of contaminants (see Com bus tion and Ventilation Air). To pre vent recirculation of flue products in to the combustion air inlet, follow all instructions in this and related sec tions.
Incorrect installation and/or location of the air inlet cap can allow the discharge of flue products to be drawn into the combustion process on the heater. This can result in incomplete combustion and potentially hazardous levels of carbon monoxide in the flue products. This will cause operational problems with the heater and possible spillage of flue products that can cause personal injury, death or prop er ty damage.
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GAS SUPPLY
Verify that the appliance is supplied with the type gas specified on the rating plate. Consult factory for installations at altitude.
INLET PRESSURE: Measured at the inlet pressure tap on the appliance gas man i fold. The pressure tap is located upstream of the redundant gas valve and down stream of the field installed gas cock.
TABLE - K
Inlet Gas Pressure
Natural L. P.
Gas Gas
Max. (Inches-Water Column)
______________________________
Min. (Inches-Water Column)
10.5" w.c. ________
4.0" w.c.
13.0" w.c.
_________
4.0" w.c.
Maximum inlet gas pressure must not exceed the value specified. Minimum value listed is for the purposes of input adjustment.
MANIFOLD PRESSURE: Manifold pressure is a differential pressure measurement made between the high and low pressure taps at the gas orifice and the pres sure in the transition chamber where the gas is supplied to the inlet of the combustion air blower.
All manifold gas pressures are noted at full firing rate. The controls on this appliance may fire the burner from 25% up to 100% of rated input, based on system demand. Manifold gas pressure will be reduced as burner input is reduced. All ref er ence gas pressure measurements must be made at 100% of rated burner input. The gas manifold pressure is pre-set at the factory by the ratio gas valve.
Ad just ment of manifold pressure is not normally required for proper operation. The adjustment point on the ratio gas valve is set at the factory. DO NOT attempt to adjust the settings on the ratio gas valve. Improper ad just ment of the ratio gas valve may cause incomplete combustion or non-warrantable burner damage.
TABLE - L
Nominal Manifold Pressure
Settings at Full Fire
Natural L. P.
Input Btu/hr Gas Gas
1,500,000 - 2,000,000
3.5" w.c.
3.5" w.c.
GAS PRESSURE TEST
1. The appliance must be dis con nect ed from the gas supply piping sys tem during any pressure testing of that system at a test pressure in excess of 1/2 PSIG (3.5kPa).
2. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing a manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 PSIG (3.5kPa).
3. The appliance and its gas con nec tion must be leak-tested before placing it in operation.
GAS CONNECTION
1. Safe operation of unit requires properly sized gas supply piping. See gas line sizing data.
2. Gas pipe size may be larger than appliance connection.
3. Installation of a union at the appliance gas line connection is re quired for ease of service and removal of the gas train.
4. Install a manual main gas shutoff valve, outside of the appliance gas connection and before the gas valve, when local codes require.
5. A trap (drip leg) MUST be pro vid ed in the inlet of the gas con nec tion to the appliance.
6. The diaphragm gas valve has a bleed port that requires venting to at mo sphere, outside the building.
7. Optional gas controls may require routing of bleeds and vents to the atmosphere, outside the building when required by local codes.
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TABLE - M
Recommended Gas Pipe Size
Single Appliance Installations
Distance from Meter
Btu/hr
1,500,000
2"
2 1/2"
2 1/2"
2 1/2"
2 1/2"
3"
3"
3"
3"
3"
3 1/2"
3 1/2"
3 1/2"
4"
1,700,000
2,000,000
0 - 50 ft.
51 - 100 ft. 101 - 200 ft.
201 - 300 ft. 301 - 500 ft.
For each elbow or tee, add equivalent straight pipe to total length from TABLE - O.
TABLE - N
Multiple Appliance Installations Gas Pipe Size Chart
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,eziSepiPnorI
sehcnI
teeFthgiartSniepiPfohtgneL
010203040506070809001521051571002
4/3 96365250247155114182112131160159689747
1
796774483823292762642652012002971461941831
4/11 004,1479987776595345205274144014963333803782
2/11 051,2005,1012,1020,13290389677076666364653152
74144
2 001,4028,2062,2059,1027,1065,1044,1033,1052,1081,1001,1479178028
2/12 064,6064,4016,3001,3027,2064,2013,2001,2000,2009,10
07,1045,1004,1003,1
3 002,11009,7004,6004,5078,4014,4000,4008,3045,3003,3000,3027,2005,2043,2
4 005,32001,61001,31001,11000,0
1000,9003,8096,7083,7078,6051,6046,5031,5027,4
Maximum Capacity of Pipe in Thousands of Btu’s per hour for gas pressures of 14 Inches Water Column (0.5 PSIG) or less and a pressure drop of 0.5 Inch Water Column (Based on NAT GAS, 1025 Btu’s per Cubic Foot of Gas and 0.60 Specific Gravity).
TABLE - O
Fittings to Equivalent Straight Pipe
Diameter Pipe Fitting (inches)
3/4" 1" 1 1/4" 1 1/2" 2" 3"
4"
5"
Equivalent Length of Straight Pipe (feet)
2' 2'
3' 4'
5' 10' 14' 20'
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