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Jøtul GZ
550
DV II
Vent Requirements
This appliance is approved for use with direct vent
components produced by the following manufactur-
ers:
• Simpson Dura-Vent Corporation, 5/8 and 4/6 pipe
• Security Vent Ltd. International, 5/8 and 4/6 pipe
• Amerivent Corporation, 4/6 pipe
• Selkirk Metalbestos Corp. MDV Direct Vent Systems
• Metal-Fab, Inc. 5/8 and 4/6 Direct Vent
• Industrial Chimney Corp. ExcelDirect Vent
Use vent components from a single vent manufac-
turer. Do not combine parts from different manufac-
turers in a single installation.
The vent termination must fall within the shaded area
designated in the diagrams in Figures 12 - 14.
Venting Guidelines
The minimum height for a vertical termination cap
must be no less than 7'
7'
7'
7'
7' from the top of the unit.
The maximum height must not exceed 35'
35'
35'
35'
35'.
The minimum vent height above the roof or
adjacent walls is specified by major building codes.
Use the Gas Vent Rule as a general guide. See
fig.10. requirements of the approval listing and the
manufacturer’s instructions.
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Top - 2” (51 mm)
Sides/Bottom - 1” ( 25 mm)))))
4/6 Pipe - 10” x 10”
5/8 Pipe - 11” x 11”
Any horizontal run must rise 1/4” per foot.
Install venting in accordance with the vent manu-
facturers’ instructions. Never modify any venting
component, or use any damaged venting product.
THE GAS APPLIANCE AND VENT SYSTEM MUST BE
VENTED DIRECTLY TO THE OUTSIDE
OF THE BUILDING. DO NOT CON-
NECT VENT TO A CHIMNEY SERVING
A SOLID FUEL OR ANOTHER GAS
APPLIANCE.
Apply a 1/8” bead of high-
temperature (750°F) sealant
to the male section of the
inner vent pipe. See fig. 9.
The cement should seal
Figure 9. Seal each inner joint before joining pipe.
Figure 11. Typical minimum horizontal vent
configuration - 5/8 Simpson DuraVent. Do not use
4/6 pipe in this configuration.
45° Elbow
6” Vent Section
Wall Support
Wall Termination
Figure 10. Gas Vent Height Rule: Vertical vent
termination height above roof.
the inner pipe from the outer pipe.
Do not recess the vent terminal into a wall or siding.
Inspect the vent system annually for blockage and
deterioration
Installation of any components not manufactured
or approved by Jøtul or failure to meet all clear-
ance requirements will void all warranties and
may result in property damage, bodily injury, or
loss of life.
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