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Installation and Operation Instructions
900299-01, 05/2016
Innovative Hearth Products
Libra
™
Series Direct-Vent Gas Fireplaces
First Vent
Component
Align the dimple (four places)
with the opening of the locking
incline channel on appliance
collar. Twist vent component
clockwise to engage and seal.
Locking
Incline Channel
Dimple
Appliance collar
Vent / Appliance Collar
Connection
Align the dimple (four places) of the
upper vent section with the opening of
the locking incline channel on the
lower vent section. Twist vent
component clockwise to engage and
seal until arrow and dimple align.
Locking
Incline Channel
Dimple
Arrow
Connected
Vent Sections
Vent / Vent Section
Connection
Arrow
Arrow
Figure 26
Figure 27
Figure 29
Figure 28
C. Attach vent components to each other - Other
vent sections may be added to the previously
installed section in accordance with the require-
ments of the vertical vent figures and tables.
To add another vent component to a length of
vent run, align the dimpled end over the inclined
channel end of the previously installed section,
adjusting the radial alignment until the four
locking dimples are aligned with the inlets of
the four incline channels of the previous section.
Push the vent component against the previous
section until it fully engages, then twist the
component clockwise running the dimples down
and along the incline channels until they seat at
the end of the channels. This seating position
is indicated by the alignment of the arrow and
dimple as shown in Figure 28.
D. Install firestop/spacer at ceiling (Figure
29) - When using Secure Vent, use SV4.5VF
firestop/spacer at ceiling joists; when using
Secure Flex, use SF4.5VF firestop/spacer. If
there is living space above the ceiling level, the
firestop/spacer must be installed on the bottom
side of the ceiling. If attic space is above the
ceiling, the firestop/spacer must be installed on
the top side of the joist. Route the vent sections
through the framed opening and secure the
firestop/spacer with 8d nails or other appropriate
fasteners at each corner. Remember to maintain
1" (26 mm) clearance to combustibles, fram-
ing members, and attic or ceiling insulation
when running vertical chimney sections. Attic
insulation shield (H3907) must be used and
may help to obtain the required clearances
indicated here. See installation accessories
tables on Pages 38 and 39.
Vertical (Offset) Installation
Analyze the vent routing and determine the
quantities of vent sections and number of
elbows required. Refer to Vertical Vent Figures
and Tables on Page 18 to select the type of
vertical installation desired. Vent sections are
available in net lengths of 4-1/2" (114 mm),
10-1/2" (267 mm), 22-1/2" (572 mm), 34-1/2"
(876 mm) and 46-1/2" (1181 mm). Refer to the
Effective Vent Length Chart Table 7 on Page
18 for an aid in selecting length combinations.
Elbows are available in 90° and 45° configura-
tions. Refer to Figure 30 for the SV4.5E45 and
SV4.5E90 elbow dimensional specifications.
Where required, a telescopic vent section
(SV4.5LA) may be used to provide the installer
with an option in installing in tight and confined
spaces or where the vent run made up of fixed
length pieces develops a joint in a undesirable
location, or will not build up to the required
length. The SV4.5LA Telescopic Vent Section
has an effective length of from 1-1/2" (38 mm)
to 7-1/2" (191 mm). The SV4.5LA is fitted with
a locking inclined channel end (identical to a
normal vent section component) and a plain end
with 3 pilot holes. Slip the plain end over the
locking channel end of a standard SV4.5 vent
component the required distance and secure
with three screws.
Maintain a minimum 1" (26 mm) clearance to
combustible materials for all vertical elements.
Clearances for all horizontal elements are 3"
(77 mm) on top, 1" (26 mm) on sides and 1"
(26 mm) on the bottom.
A. Frame ceiling opening - Use a plumb line
from the ceiling above the appliance to locate
center of the vertical run. Cut and/or frame an
opening, 10-1/2" x 10-1/2" (267mm x 267mm)
inside dimensions, about this center mark
(Figure 26).
To attach a vent component to the appliance
collar, align the dimpled end over the collar,
adjusting the radial alignment until the four
locking dimples are aligned with the inlet of
the four inclined channels on the collar (refer to
Figure 27). Push the vent component against
the collar until it fully engages, then twist the
component clockwise, running the dimples
down and along the incline channels until they
seat at the end of the channels. The unitized
design of the Secure Vent components will
engage and seal both the inner and outer pipe
without the need for sealant or screws. If desired
a #6 x 1/2" screw may be used at the joint, but
it is not required as the pipe will securely lock
when twisted.
NOTE: An elbow may also be attached to the
appliance collar. Attach in the same manner as
you would a vent section.
B. Attach vent components to appliance - Se-
cure Vent
®
SV4.5 Direct-Vent system compo-
nents are unitized concentric pipe components
featuring positive twist lock connections (see
Figures 27 and 28).
All of the appliances covered in this document
are fitted with collars having locking inclined
channels. The dimpled end of the vent com-
ponents fit over the appliance collar to create
the positive twist lock connection.
10-1/2" Min.
(267 mm)
10-1/2" Min.
(267 mm)
1” (26 mm)
Minimum
Clearance to
Combustibles
8 ft. (2.4 M)
Maximum
v
SV4.5VF
Firestop /
spacer
u
SV4.5SP
Support Plate
u
SV4.5SU
Support Strap
u
Secured
to Vent with
Appropriate
Fasteners
Ceiling
Framing
v
When
using
secure
Flex, use
Firestop/
Spacer
SF4.5VF
SV4.5FA or
SV4.5FB Flashing
and SV4.5SC
Storm Collar
SV4.5CGV-1
Termination
Attic Insulation shield
