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FRAMING
3.5 Vent Termination Framing
IMPORTANT: Vent cap location must be in compliance with
Section 6.2 Minimum Termination Clearances on page 19.
WARNING: DO NOT RECESS THE VENT CAP INTO WALL OR
SIDING.
3.5.1 Vertical Terminations
CAUTION: Cold air transfer area. The surround fireplace chase
must comply with all clearances as outlined in this manual,
and be constructed in compliance with local building codes.
Outside walls should be insulated to prevent cold air from
entering room.
• Follow vent pipe manufacturer’s installation instructions for
vertical terminations.
• A minimum of 1 in (25 mm) clearance on all sides of the
vertical vent pipe must be maintained.
3.5.2 Horizontal Terminations
IMPORTANT: Horizontal vent sections require 1/4 in (6 mm)
rise for every 12 in (305 mm) of travel.
NOTE: Elbows listed with approved vent systems for this
appliance vary in vertical length. Please consult the vent
manufacturer’s instructions to determine the elbow dimension
used for installation. Adjust the wall pass-through rough opening
dimensions as necessary to maintain clearance requirements.
• Follow vent pipe manufacturer’s installation instructions for
vent installation.
• Frame a 12-1/2 in (318 mm) high x 10-7/8 in (276mm) wide
opening on exterior wall for chimney termination.
• Approved vent systems require a minimum of 3 in (76 mm)
from the top surface of horizontal pipe, and 1 in (25 mm)
from the sides and bottom surfaces of horizontal pipe.
• Refer to Table 3.2 and Figure 3.3 for horizontal vent framing.
Table 3.2, NG & LPG - Minimum Horizontal Venting
Minimum Vertical
Rise
Vent Pipe Top (A)
Framed Opening
Top (B)
Rigid Vent System
41-1/4 in
1048 mm
44-1/4 in
1124 mm
W
H
A
B
Figure 3.3, Horizontal Vent Terminations
