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If the installation is for a termination cap attached
directly to the fireplace, skip to the sections,
Install
Firestops
and
Vent Termination
.
2. Continue Adding Vent Components
To continue adding vent components in accordance
with the pre-planned vent system configuration:
Ensure that each succeeding vent component is
securely fitted and locked into the preceding com-
ponent in the vent system.
90° elbows may be installed and rotated to any point
around the preceding components vertical axis. If an
elbow does not end up in a locked position with the
preceding component, attach with a minimum of two
(2) sheet metal screws.
Continue adding vent
components, locking
each succeeding
component into place.
Figure 26. Adding Venting Components
3. Install Support Brackets
For Horizontal Runs -
The vent system must be
supported every five (5) feet of horizontal run by a
horizontal pipe support.
To install support brackets for horizontal runs:
Place the pipe supports around the vent pipe.
Nail the pipe supports to the framing members.