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Installation
10.0 Venting Instructions
WARNING: Operation of this heater when not connected to a properly installed and maintained venting system can result
in carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and possible death. The appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue serving a
separate solid fuel burning appliance.
WARNING
Consult the local and international codes to assure adequate combustion and ventilation air is available.
Flame height and appearance will vary depending upon venting configuration and type of fuel used.
Venting requirements apply to both Natural and LP gas.
Refer to the vent manufacturer’s installation manual for complete installation instructions. Installation must conform with the venting
requirements and restrictions as outlined in this manual. Provide a means for visually checking vent connection to fireplace after
fireplace is installed.
(2) 45º degree elbows may be used in place of (1) 90º elbow. Always maintain a minimum 12" (305 mm) span between each 90º bend
in the vent run.
IF INSTALLING FLEX PIPE SYSTEMS:
•
More than a 30 degree bend constitutes a 45 degree elbow
•
More than a 45 degree bend constitutes a 90 degree elbow
•
More than a 90 degree bend is not permissible
•
Refer to vent manufacturer's installation manual for more information.
A third party adapter is
required for installing
with third party rigid
venting.
See
Section 10.4
.
Figure 10.0.01:
A wall thimble / firestop
must be used when
penetrating a combustible
wall.
Horizontal Venting Specifications:
•
Horizontal sections require 1/4" (6 mm) rise for every 12" (305
mm) of travel
•
Horizontal sections must be supported to prevent sagging. See
vent manufacturer's installation manual for more information
- As a general guideline; a flex line should be supported every
2 - 3' (609.6 - 914.4 mm) and rigid pipe should be supported
every 4 - 6' (1219.2 - 1828.8 mm)
•
This fireplace must be installed so as to prevent accumulation
of condensate in the venting system
10.1 Archgard Venting Components
Archgard Venting Components
Vent Component
Part Number
Top Vent Kit (with 5' flex pipe)
999-DV-TVK5
Top Vent Kit (with 10' flex pipe)
999-DV-TVK10
Vinyl Siding Deflector
999-DV-VSD
Horizontal Termination Cap
999-DV-HTC
Termination Safety Cage
999-DV-SCU
Approved venting components from third party manufacturers
may be found in
Section 10.4
.