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RFSDV22/32/42 Freestanding Direct Vent Fireplace
FP1340
Fig. 20 Attach vent termination.
Below Grade Installations
When it is not possible to meet the required vent
terminal clearances of 12" (305mm) above grade level
a starter vent kit is recommended. It allows installation
depth of down to 7" (178mm) below grade level. The 7"
is measured from the center of the horizontal vent pipe
as it penetrates through the wall.
If venting system is installed below ground,
we recommend a window well with adequate
and proper drainage.
Ensure sidewall venting clearances are observed.
If installing a snorkel a minimum 24" vertical rise is
necessary. The maximum horizontal run with the 24"
vertical pipe is 36" (915mm). This measurement is
taken from the collar of the fireplace to the face of the
exterior wall. See vent graph for extended horizontal
run if the vertical exceeds 24".
1. Establish vent hole through the wall. (Fig.14)
2. Remove soil to a depth of approximately 16" below
base of snorkel. Install drain pipe. Install window
well (not supplied). Refill hole with 12" of coarse
gravel leaving a clearance of approximately 4" below
snorkel. (Fig. 21)
3. Install vent system.
4. Ensure a watertight seal is made around the vent
pipe coming through the wall.
5. Apply high temperature sealant caulking (supplied)
around the 4" and 7" snorkel collars.
6. Slide into vent pipe and secure to the wall.
7. Level the soil so as to maintain a 4" clearance below
snorkel. (Fig. 21)
Step 6
NOTE: If using the charcoal wall plate, Part #52202-
CG, and collar, part #52203CG, put them in place
before putting the pipe sections through the wall.
Use appropriate length of pipe sections - telescopic or
fixed - and install. The sections which go through the
wall are packaged with the starter kit, and can be cut to
suit if necessary. (Fig. 19)
Sealing vent pipe and firestop gaps with
high temperature sealant will restrict cold
air being drawn in around the fireplace.
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FP1338
Fig. 18 Measure horizontal venting length plus 2".
FP1339
Fig. 19 Use appropriate length pipe sections.
Step 7
Apply high temperature sealant to 4" and 7" collars or
the termination one inch away form crimped end.
Guide the vent terminations 4" and 7" collars into their
respective vent pipes. Secure the termination to the
wall with screws provided and caulk around the wall
plate to weatherproof.
Support horizontal pipes every 36"
(914mm) with metal pipe straps.
Check fireplace to make sure it is lev-
elled and properly positioned.
