Quadra-Fire QV36DC-A User Manual
Model:
QV36DC-A
R
Owner’s Manual
Installation and Operation
CAUTION
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
Important operating and
•
maintenance instructions included.
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other fl am-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
• What to do if you smell gas
- Do not try to light any appliance
- Do not touch any electrical 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 fi re department.
• Installation and service must be performed
by a qualifi ed installer, service agency , or the
gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed as an OEM installation in
manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home and must be
installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
and the manufactured home construction and safety standard,
Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 or Standard for Installation in Mobile
Homes, CAN/CSA Z240MH.
This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas indicated
on the rating plate.
Read, understand and follow
••
these instructions for safe
installation and operation.
DO NOT
DISCARD
Leave this manual with
party responsible for use
and operation.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fi replace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other fl ammable
materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable
materials away.
This appliance has been supplied with an integral barrier
to prevent direct contact with the fi xed glass panel. DO
NOT operate the appliance with the barrier removed.
Contact your dealer or Hearth & Home Technologies if the
barrier is not present or help is needed to properly install one.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation must be
performed by a licensed plumber or gas fi tter.
See T able of Contents for location of additional Commonwealth
of Massachusetts requirements.
Installation and service of this appliance should be
performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies suggests NFI certifi ed or factory-trained
professionals, or technicians supervised by an NFI
certifi ed professional.
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SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION
READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully
!
before starting the installation. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW these installation instructions may result in
a possible fi re hazard and will void the warranty.
Prior to the fi rst fi ring of the fi replace, READ the
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Using Your Fireplace section of the Owners Guide.
DO NOT USE this appliance if any part has been
!
under water. Immediately CALL a qualifi ed service
technician to inspect the unit and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas control which has
been under water.
THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL.
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Installation and repair should be PERFORMED
qualifi ed service person. The appliance and venting
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system should be INSPECTED before initial use and
at least annually by a professional service person.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to
excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It
is IMPERATIVE that the unit’s control compartment,
burners, and circulating air passageways BE KEPT
CLEAN to provide for adequate combustion and
ventilation air.
by a
These units MUST use one of the vent systems
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described in the Installing the Fireplace section of
the Owner’s Manual. NO OTHER vent systems or
components MAY BE USED.
This gas fi replace and vent assembly MUST be
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vented directly to the outside and MUST NEVER be
attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel
burning appliance. Each gas appliance MUST USE
a separate vent system. Common vent systems are
PROHIBITED.
INSPECT the external vent cap on a regular basis
!
to make sure that no debris is interfering with the air
fl ow.
The glass door assembly MUST be in place and
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sealed, and the trim door assembly MUST be in
place on the fi replace before the unit can be placed
into safe operation.
DO NOT OPERATE this appliance with the glass
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door removed, cracked, or broken. Replacement of
the glass door should be performed by a licensed or
qualifi ed service person. DO NOT strike or slam the
glass door.
Always KEEP the appliance clear and free from
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combustible materials, gasoline, and other fl ammable
vapors and liquids.
NEVER OBSTRUCT the fl ow of combustion and
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ventilation air. Keep the front of the appliance CLEAR
of all obstacles and materials for servicing and proper
operations.
Due to the high temperature, the appliance should
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be LOCATED out of traffi c areas and away from
furniture and draperies. Clothing or fl ammable
material SHOULD NOT BE PLACED on or near the
appliance.
Children and adults should be ALERTED to
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the hazards of high surface temperature and
should STAY AWAY to avoid burns or clothing
ignition. Young children should be CAREFULLY
SUPERVISED when they are in the same room as
the appliance.
The glass door assembly SHALL ONLY be replaced
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as a complete unit, as supplied by the gas fi replace
manufacturer. NO SUBSTITUTE material may be
used.
DO NOT USE abrasive cleaners on the glass door
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assembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass
door when it is hot.
Turn off the gas before servicing this appliance. It
is recommended that a qualifi ed service technician
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perform an appliance check-up at the beginning of
each heating season.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing
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must be replaced before operating this appliance.
DO NOT place furniture or any other combustible
!
household objects within 36 inches of the fi replace
front.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety and Warning Information .................................................2
Service Parts Lists .......................................................................4
Section 1: Approvals and Codes ................................................7
Appliance Certifi cation ....................................................................7
Installation Codes ...........................................................................7
High Altitude Installations ...............................................................7
Electrical Codes..............................................................................7
Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ...............8
Section 2: Getting Started ...........................................................9
Introducing the Quadra-Fire Gas Fireplaces ..................................9
Pre-installation Preparation ............................................................9
Section 3: Installing the Fireplace ............................................1 1
Constructing the Fireplace Chase ................................................11
Step 1 Locating the Fireplace ...................................................11
Step 2 Framing the Fireplace ...................................................12
Step 3 Installing the Vent System .............................................14
A. Vent System Approvals ............................................14
B. Installing Vent Components .....................................21
C. Vent Termination ......................................................24
Step 4 Positioning, Leveling, and
Securing the Fireplace ..................................................27
Step 5 The Gas Control System ...............................................27
Step 6 The Gas Supply Line ....................................................28
Step 7 Gas Pressure Requirements .........................................28
Step 8 Wiring the Fireplace ......................................................29
Step 9 Finishing ........................................................................30
Step 10 Installing Trim, Logs, and Ember Material .....................31
Installing the Trim ..........................................................31
Refractory Kit Placement ..............................................31
Positioning the Logs ......................................................32
Shutter Settings ............................................................32
Placing the Ember Material ...........................................32
Glass Specifi cations ......................................................32
Step 11 Before Lighting the Fireplace ........................................32
Step 12 Lighting the Appliance ...................................................33
Step 13 Climate Control .............................................................34
After the Installation .....................................................................34
Section 4: Maintaining and Servicing Your Fireplace. ...........34
Section 5: Troubleshooting. .....................................................35
Limited Lifetime Warranty. ........................................................37
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Contact Information .....................................................................39
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Approvals and
Codes
Appliance Certifi cation
The fi replace model discussed in this Owner’s Manual
has been tested to certifi cation standards and listed by the
applicable laboratories.
Certifi cation
MODELS: QV36DC-A
LABORATORY: Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL)
TYPE: Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters
STANDARD: ANSI Z21.88a-2007 • CSA 2.33a-2007
Installation Codes
The fi replace installation must conform to local codes.
Before installing the fi replace, consult the local building
code agency to ensure that you are in compliance with all
applicable codes, including permits and inspections.
In the absence of local codes, the fi replace installation must
conform to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 (in the
United States) or the CAN/CGA-B149 Installation Codes
(in Canada). The appliance must be electrically grounded
in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes with the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA No.
70 (in the United States), or to the CSA C22.1 Canadian
Electric Code (in Canada).
High Altitude Installations
U.L. Listed gas appliances are tested and approved without
requiring changes for elevations from 0 to 2,000 feet in the
U. S. A. and in Canada.
When installing this appliance at an elevation above 2,000
feet, it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by
changing the existing burner orifi ce to a smaller size. Input
rate should be reduced by 4% for each 1000 feet above
a 2000 foot elevation in the U.S.A. or 10% for elevations
between 2000 and 4500 feet in Canada. If the heating
value of the gas has been reduced, these rules do not
apply. To identify the proper orifi ce size, check with the
local gas utility.
If installing this appliance at an elevation above 4,500 feet
(in Canada), check with local authorities.
Electrical Codes
NOTICE: This appliance must be electrically wired and
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA
70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code CSA
C22.1.
This model may be installed in a bedroom or bed-sitting
room in the U.S.A. and Canada.
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• A 110-120 VAC circuit for this product must be protected
with ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection, in compliance
with the applicable electrical codes, when it is installed in
locations such as in bathrooms or near sinks.
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Note: The following requirements reference various
Massachuset ts and national codes not contained in this
document.
Requirements for the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts
For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment
installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in
whole or in part for residential purposes, including those
owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the
side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7)
feet above fi nished grade in the area of the venting, in-
cluding but not limited to decks and porches, the following
requirements shall be satisfi ed:
Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors
At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented
gas fueled equipment, the installing plumber or gas fi tter
shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector
with an alarm and battery back-up is installed on the fl oor
level where the gas equipment is to be installed. In addition, the installing plumber or gas fi tter shall observe that
a battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm is installed on each additional level of
the dwelling, building or structure served by the side wall
horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be the
responsibility of the property owner to secure the services
of qualifi ed licensed professionals for the installation of
hard wired carbon monoxide detectors.
In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic,
the hard wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and
battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent
fl oor level.
In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can
not be met at the time of completion of installation, the
owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to comply
with the above requirements; provided, however, that during said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon
monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.
Inspection
The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the
installation unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed
in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1
through 4.
Exemptions
The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR
5.08(2)(a)1 through 4:
• The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled “Equipment
Not Required To Be Vented” in the most current edition
of NFPA 54 as adopted by the Board; and
• Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure separate
from the dwelling, building or structure used in whole or
in part for residential purposes.
MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS
Gas Equipment Venting System Provided
When the manufacturer of Product Approved side wall
horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting
system design or venting system components with the
equipment, the instructions provided by the manufacturer
for installation of the equipment and the venting system
shall include:
• Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting
system design or the venting system components; and
• A complete parts list for the venting system design or
venting system.
Gas Equipment Venting System NOT Provided
When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side wall
horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the fl ue gases, but identifi es
“special venting systems”, the following requirements
shall be satisfi ed by the manufacturer:
Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above provisions shall comply with NFPA
720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certifi ed.
Signage
A metal or plastic identifi cation plate shall be permanent-
ly mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum
height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the
exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment. The sign shall read,
in print size no less than one-half (1/2) in. in size, “GAS
VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS”.
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• The referenced “special venting system” instructions
shall be included with the appliance or equipment installation instructions; and
• The “special venting systems” shall be Product Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall include a parts list and detailed installation
instructions.
A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment, all venting instructions, all parts lists for venting
instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall
remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion
of the installation.
See Gas Connection section for additional Commonwealth of Massachusetts requirements.
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Getting Started
Introducing Quadra-Fire Gas Fireplaces
Quadra-Fire direct vent gas fi replaces are designed to op-
erate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of the
building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside.
The information contained in this Owner’s Manual, unless
noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control systems. Gas fi replace diagrams, including the dimensions,
are shown in this section.
Pre-installation Preparation
This gas fi replace and its components are tested and safe
when installed in accordance with this Owner’s Manual.
Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,
particularly the condition of the glass. Do not install any
unit with damaged, incomplete, or substitute parts.
The vent system components and trim doors are shipped
in separate packages. The gas logs may be packaged
separately and must be fi eld installed.
Read all of the instructions before starting the installation. Follow these instructions carefully during the
installation to ensure maximum safety and benefi t. Fail-
ure to follow these instructions will void the owner’s
warranty and may present a fi re hazard.
The Hearth & Home Technologies Warranty will be voided
by, and Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, the following actions:
• Installation of any damaged fi replace or vent system
component.
• Modifi cation of the fi replace or direct vent system.
• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not manufactured and approved by Hearth & Home T echnologies,
not withstanding any independent testing laboratory or
other party approval of such component part or accessory.
ANY SUCH ACTION MAY POSSIBLY CAUSE A FIRE
HAZARD.
When planning a fi replace installation, it’s necessary to
determine:
• Where the unit is to be installed.
• The vent system confi guration to be used.
• Gas supply piping.
• Electrical wiring.
• Framing and fi nishing details.
• Whether optional accessories—devices such as a fan,
wall switch, or remote control—are desired.
If the fi replace is to be installed on carpeting or tile, or on
any combustible material other than wood fl ooring, the
fi replace should be installed on a metal or wood panel that
extends the full width and depth of the fi replace.
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14 1/4
[362mm]
28 1/2 [724mm]
21 1/2 [548mm]
GAS LINE
ACCESS
2 1/8
[55mm]
6 7/8 [174mm]
8 5/8 [219mm]
VENT COLLARS
38
[965mm]
41 1/8
[1044mm]
11 5/8 [297mm]
TOP
STANDOFFS
25 1/4
[642mm]
36 1/8
[916mm]
34 5/8
[879mm]
3 1/2
[90mm]
ELECTRICAL
ACCESS
12 3/4
[323mm]
8 5/8
[219mm]
VENT
COLLARS
26 7/8
[682mm]
GAS
LINE
ACCESS
GAS
CONTROLS
Figure 1. Diagram of the QV36DC-A
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RATING
PLATE AND
LABELS
HOOD
ELECTRICAL
ACCESS
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Installing the Fireplace
Constructing the Fireplace Chase
A chase is a vertical box-like structure built to enclose the
gas fi replace and/or its vent system. Vertical vents that run
on the outside of a building may be, but are not required
to be, installed inside a chase.
1” MIN. (25mm)
A
B
E
D
CAUTION: TREA TMENT OF FIRESTOP SP ACERS AND
CONSTRUCTION OF THE CHASE MA Y V ARY WITH THE
TYPE OF BUILDING. THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT
SUBSTITUTES FOR THE REQUIREMENTS OF LOCAL
BUILDING CODES. THEREFORE, YOUR LOCAL BUILDING CODES MUST BE CHECKED TO DETERMINE THE
REQUIREMENTS FOR THESE STEPS.
Factory-built fi replace chases should be constructed in the
manner of all outside walls of the home to prevent cold air
drafting problems. The chase should not break the outside
building envelope in any manner.
This means that the walls, ceiling, base plate and cantilever fl oor of the chase should be insulated. Vapor and air
infi ltration barriers should be installed in the chase as per
regional codes for the rest of the home. Additionally, we
recommend that the inside surfaces be sheetrocked and
taped for maximum air tightness.
To further prevent drafts, the fi restops should be caulked
to seal gaps. Gas line holes and other openings should
be caulked or stuffed with insulation. If the unit is being
installed on a cement slab, we recommend that a layer of
plywood be placed underneath to prevent conducting cold
up into the room.
THE CHASE SHOULD BE CONSTRUCTED SO THAT
ALL CLEARANCES TO THE FIREPLACE ARE MAINTAINED AS SPECIFIED WITHIN THIS INSTALLERS
GUIDE.
Step 1. Locating the Fireplace
The following diagram shows space and clearance requirements for locating a fi replace within a room.
Clearance Requirements
The top, back, and sides of the fi replace are defi ned by
stand-offs. The minimum clearance to a perpendicular wall
extending past the face of the fi replace is one inch (25 mm).
The back of the fi replace may be recessed 21 1/2 inches
(546 mm) into combustible construction.
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1/2” MIN. (13mm)
A B C D E
42” 22” 36” 51” 72”
Figure 2. Fireplace Dimensions, Locations,
and Space Requirements
Minimum Clearances
from the Fireplace to Combustible Materials
Inches mm
Glass Front .........................36 ....................914
Floor ....................................0 ........................ 0
Rear ...................................1/2 ......................13
Sides..................................1/2 ......................13
Surround Sides* ..................0 ........................0
Top ....................................3 1/2 .................... 89
Ceiling** ..............................31 .....................787
* See Figure 3.
** The clearance to the ceiling is measured from the top
of the unit, excluding the standoffs (see Figure 36).
The distance from the unit to combustible construction
is to be measured from the unit outer wrap surface to
the combustible construction, NOT from the screw
heads that secure the unit together.
Minimum Clearances
from the Vent Pipe to Combustible Materials
Inches mm
Vertical Sections. ..............1 ................25
Horizontal Sections
Top ......................................3 .................75
Bottom ................................1 .................25
Sides...................................1 .................25
At Wall Firestops
Top ...................................2 1/2 ............63.7
Bottom .............................. 1/2 ................13
Sides...................................1 .................25
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Step 2. Framing the Fireplace
Fireplace framing can be built before or after the fi replace is
set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommodate
wall coverings and fi replace facing material. The diagram
below shows framing reference dimensions.
B
C
A
A. ..............42”*
B. ..........38 1/2”
C. ................22”
D. ..........42 3/4”
E. ..........27 7/8”
CAUTION: MEASURE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS AND
VERIFY FRAMING METHODS AND WALL COVERING
DETAILS BEFORE FRAMING.
Noncombustible zone is defined
by 3” above the elbow for the
entire width and depth (behind
the front header) of the firebox.
WALL
STUD
31/2”
3
”
Shows
center of 10”x
12” vent framing
holes for top and rear
venting. The center of the
hole is one (1) inch (25.4mm)
above the center of the horizontal
vent pipe.
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1/2” CLEARANCE
FROM BOTH SIDES
OF FIREPLACE
TO COMBUSTIBLE
FRAMING
MEMBER
Framing should be
constructedof2X4
lumber or heavier.
1/2” CLEARANCE FROM BACK OF FIREPLACE TOCOMBUSTIBLE
0” CLEARANCE
0” CLEARANCE TO
FRAMING MEMBER
12-3/16
MAX.
DVP12
12
2
MIN.
6
4
DVP4
DVP6
14-1/4
24
9-7/8
DVP12A
10-1/4
DVP45
45.0
DVP24
7-1/4
11-1/4
1-1/4 TYP
36
48
DVP36
DVP48
8-9/16
12-9/16
DVP90ST
1/2 TYP
NOTE: PIPES OVERLAP 1-1/4 INCHES AT EACH JOINT.
Figure 4. DVP-Series Direct Vent Component Specifi cations (5-inch inner pipe / 8-inch outer pipe)
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Step 3. Installing the Vent System
Identifying Vent Components
A. Vent System Approvals
This model is approved to use DVP-series direct vent
pipe components and terminations (see Figures 4 and 5).
Approved vent system components are labeled for identifi -
cation. This pipe is tested and listed as an approved component of the fi replace. The pipe is tested to be run inside
an enclosed wall. There is no requirement for inspection
openings at each joint within the wall. There is no required
pitch for horizontal vent runs. NO OTHER VENTING SYS-
TEMS OR COMPONENTS MAY BE USED.
Detailed installation instructions are included with each
vent termination kit and should be used in conjunction with
this Owner’s Manual. The fl ame and ember appearance
may vary based on the type of fuel burned and the venting
confi guration used.
VERTICAL
TERMINATION
The vent systems installed on this gas fi replace may include
one, two, or three 90° elbow assemblies. The relationships
of vertical rise to horizontal run in vent confi gurations using
90° elbows MUST BE strictly adhered to. The rise to run
relationships are shown in the venting drawings and tables.
Refer to the diagrams on the next several pages.
NOTE: Two 45° elbows may be used in place of one 90°
elbow. Rise to run ratios in the vent system must be followed if 45° elbows are used.
This model has vent starting collars on both the top and the
back of the unit. Depending upon the installation, decide
which ONE set of starting collars will be used to attach the
vent system. The starting collar sealing cap must remain
on the starting collar NOT used.
STORM COLLAR
ROOF FLASHING
Terminations Kits
DVP-TRAP SERIES
DVP-TVHW
HORIZONTAL
TERMINATION
WALL FIRESTOP
DVP-TB1
90 DEGREE
ELBOW
(Required to have
a minimum of 3 feet
of vertical in the
vent system)
PIPE LENGTH
CEILING
FIRESTOP
Figure 5. Vent System Components and Termination Kits
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