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m&G DurAVent lImIteD lIfetIme WArrAnty

M&G DuraVent, Inc. (“DuraVent”) provides this limited lifetime warranty for all of its products with the exception of Ventinox® (lifetime),  and 

PolyPro® (ten years). Subject to the limitations set forth below, DuraVent warrants that its products will be free from defects in material or 

manufacturing, if properly installed, maintained and used. DuraVent products are fully warranted if installed only by a professional installer.  

This Warranty is transferable from the original homeowner to the buyer of the home. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, 

smoke damage or damage caused by chimney fires, acts of God, or any product that was: (1) purchased other than from an authorized 

DuraVent dealer, retailer or distributor; (2) modified or altered; (3) improperly serviced, inspected or cleaned; or (4) subject to negligence or 

any use not in accordance with the installation instructions included with the product as determined by DuraVent. Installation instructions 

are available online at 

www.duravent.com

 under Support/Literature and through our Customer Service Department 800-835-4429 or 

[email protected]

. This limited lifetime warranty applies only to parts manufactured by DuraVent.

DuraVent provides the following warranties for its products: One Hundred Percent (100%) MSRP 15 years from the date of purchase, and Fifty 

Percent (50%) thereafter, except for the following limitations on: all Termination Caps and DuraBlack® are warranted at One Hundred Percent 

(100%) for five years. 

All warranty obligations of DuraVent shall be limited to repair or replacement of the defective product pursuant to the terms and conditions 

applicable to each product line. These remedies shall constitute DuraVent’s sole obligation and sole remedy under this warranty. This warranty 

provides no cash surrender value. The terms and conditions of this warranty may not be modified, altered or waived by any action, inaction or 

representation, whether oral or in writing, except upon the express, written authority of an executive officer of DuraVent. 

Corn, bio-fuels, driftwood or other wood containing salt, preservative-treated lumber, plastic and household trash or garbage, or wood pellets 

containing such materials must not be burned in the appliance or fireplace. In case of a chimney fire, the chimney must be inspected and 

approved by a certified Chimney Sweep before reuse. After each annual inspection, maintenance, and cleaning, the certified Chimney Sweep 

must fill out and date the appropriate section of the warranty card provided with the chimney liner.

LIMITATIONS ON INTERNET SALES: Notwithstanding any other terms or conditions of this Limited Lifetime Warranty, DuraVent provides no 

warranty for the following specific products if such products are not installed by a qualified professional installer: DuraTech®, DuraPlus HTC®, 

DuraChimney® II, PelletVent Pro®, DirectVent Pro®, FasNSeal®, FasNSeal® W2, FasNSeal® Flex, and PolyPro®, and M&G DuraVent’s relining 

products including DuraLiner®, DuraFlex® (SW, Pro, 316, 304), and Ventinox®. For purposes of this warranty, a trained professional installer is 

defined as one of the following: licensed contractors with prior chimney installation experience, CSIA Certified Chimney Sweeps, NFI Certified 

Specialists, or WETT Certified Professionals.

DuraVent must be notified and given the opportunity to inspect defective product prior to replacement under the terms of this limited lifetime 

warranty. All warranty claims must be submitted with proof of purchase. Labor and installation costs are not covered under this warranty. To 

obtain warranty service contact: DuraVent Warranty Service, 877 Cotting Ct., Vacaville CA 95688, or call 800-835-4429. 

WHERE LAWFUL, DURAVENT DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF 

MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL DURAVENT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, 

PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OR DIRECT OR INDIRECT LOSS OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PROPERTY DAMAGE AND 

PERSONAL INJURY. DURAVENT’S ENTIRE LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THIS PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW 

LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE 

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO 

HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. 

For the most up-to-date installation instructions, see 

www. duravent.com

REV 3.22.2012

Manufactured in Vacaville CA and Albany NY

DuraPlus  is a registered trademark of the M&G DuraVent, Inc.

All rights reserved. Made in the USA. M&G DuraVent is a member of M&G Group. ©2012

Customer Service Support 800-835-4429   707-446-4740 FAX   www.duravent.com

L119  04/2012

Summary of Contents for duraplus

Page 1: ...DuraPlus All Fuel Chimney System Installation Instructions...

Page 2: ...manufacturer s warranty and may have an effect on your homeowner s insurance and UL listing status Keep these instructions for future reference This booklet also contains instructions for installing a...

Page 3: ...7 Offset Elbow Installation 12 Offset Chart 13 Extended Roof Bracket Installation 14 Roof Supported Installations 15 Tee Supported Installations 16 Masonry Fireplace Installations 18 Zero Clearance Fi...

Page 4: ...ct your local Building Official or Fire Official regarding permits restrictions and installation inspections in your area DuraPlus APPLICATIONS Use DuraPlus with wood stoves fireplaces furnaces boiler...

Page 5: ...building within ten feet Figure 1 DuraPlus may be installed up to 35 feet high If a chimney is installed higher than 35 feet a supporting Elbow Strap must be placed every 8 feet If the chimney extend...

Page 6: ...elow pertain to all stoves or other appliances installed with DuraPlus chimney systems Choice Choose a stove that is listed by a recognized testing laboratory is appropriate for your needs and is not...

Page 7: ...and mark this center point on the ceiling Refer to Table 2 for specific framing and clearance dimensions Mark appropriate cutting lines around the center point Cut a square hole in the ceiling for a...

Page 8: ...passes through additional floors and ceilings install Firestop Radiation Shields Where the chimney passes through an attic Firestop Radiation Shields and Insulation Shields must be installed 4 Frame O...

Page 9: ...tibles is not required when the chimney passes through Close Clearance Shields When using Close Clearance Shields Ventilated Flashing must be installed Refer to Figure 10 which pictures both Ventilate...

Page 10: ...outer liner 8 Install Attic Insulation Shield Install the Attic Insulation Shield where the chimney passes into an attic It s purpose is to prevent debris and insulation from getting too close to the...

Page 11: ...ermit sliding the next Chimney Section up through the Flashing Always insure the chimney remains vertical and that at least a 2 inch clearance to combustible materials is maintained all around Install...

Page 12: ...t furnished by DuraVent 11 Enclosures Enclose chimneys where they pass through occupied spaces including closets Always maintain at least a 2 inch clearance between the chimney and any combustible sur...

Page 13: ...s band around the angled portion of the top Elbow then tighten the nut and bolt until the clamp is firm Wrap the Elbow Strap end over an adjacent joist or rafter and secure it with at least two 8 pen...

Page 14: ...il heads carefully with a non hardening waterproof sealant 3 Attach Conduit Flatten 1 inch and drill a 1 4 inch hole at each end of both pieces of conduit Bolt each conduit to the Pipe Band and Roof B...

Page 15: ...from combustibles etc 2 Cut Openings Cut a roof opening directly above the appliances flue outlet collar just as in a Ceiling Supported Installation Steps 1 thru 5 If a separate ceiling and roof exis...

Page 16: ...e s flue outlet collar For new construction prior to sheetrock or other covering of the wall studs is applied frame a square opening between the studs as specified in Table 2 Figure 25 Should it be ne...

Page 17: ...tion of wall thimble sdp wt black outside view from outside Figure 27 note if system exits thru wall into garage an enclosure isrequired ventilated flashing must be used 2 inches minimum enclosure GAR...

Page 18: ...enclosure has been constructed installing the chase cover requires some special considerations The chase must be ventilated at the top and a 1 2 inch air gap must be established between the cover and...

Page 19: ...10 Refer to Figure 1 and Table 4 for chimney height requirements Always maintain at least 2 inches of clearance to combustible materials and enclose the chimney where it passes through occupied areas...

Page 20: ...20 Table 4...

Page 21: ...ip connector slips into the hole in the ceiling support or wall thimble Align the tabs on the slip connector with the notches in the face of the support or wall thimble push the connector in and twist...

Page 22: ...leaning unscrew the four screws that attach the cap s support legs to the cap base The Tee Cleanout Cap can be removed once the screws are unscrewed Remember to replace the cap when you are finished c...

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Page 24: ...case of a chimney fire the chimney must be inspected and approved by a certified Chimney Sweep before reuse After each annual inspection maintenance and cleaning the certified Chimney Sweep must fill...

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