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If the area above the ceiling is NOT an attic,
position and secure the ceiling firestop on the
ceiling side of the previously cut and framed hole.
This shows a ceiling
installation.
Figure 17. Ceiling Firestop (Ceiling Side)
If the area above the ceiling IS an attic, position and
secure the firestop on top of the previously framed
hole.
This shows an attic
installation.
1. Keep insulation away
from the vent pipe at
least 1 inch (25 mm).
Figure 18. Attic Firestop
C. Vent Termination
For Horizontal Terminations - To attach and
secure the termination to the last section of
horizontal vent:
• Rotate and interlock the ends as described at
the beginning of the Installing Vent Components
section.
• The termination kit should pass through the wall
firestops from the exterior of the building.
• Adjust the termination cap to its final exterior
position on the building.
