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Position the firestops on both sides of the hole
previously cut and secure the firestops with nails or
screws.
The heat shields of the firestops
MUST BE
placed
towards the top of the hole.
Continue the vent run through the firestops.
1. Cut the hole through
the wall.
Figure 14. Hole and Vent Pipe
2. Position the firestops.
3. Place the heat shield
to the top.
4. Continue the vent run.
Figure 15. Heat Shield, Interior and Exterior Firestops
For Vertical Runs -
One ceiling firestop is
REQUIRED
at the hole in each ceiling through which
the vent passes.
To install firestops for vertical runs that pass through
ceilings:
Position a plumb bob directly over the center of the
vertical vent component.
Mark the ceiling to establish the centerpoint of the
vent.