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20306745
VWDV70 Series Gas Fireplace
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
Consult local building codes before beginning the
installation. The installer must make sure to select the
proper vent system for installation. The approved 5 x 8
venting components are Duravent and Selkirk products
listed on
Page 49
. UL1777 flexible venting is also
approved for use on these models. Before installing vent
kit, the installer must read this
fi
replace manual and vent
kit instructions.
Only a quali
fi
ed installer/service person should install vent-
ing system. The installer must follow these safety rules:
•
Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection.
•
Use extreme caution when using ladders or when
on rooftops.
•
Be aware of electrical wiring locations in
walls and ceilings.
The following actions will void the war-
ranty on your venting system:
•
Installation of any damaged venting
component.
•
Unauthorized modification of the
venting system.
•
Installation of any component part
not manufactured or approved by
Vermont Castings Group.
•
Installation other than permitted by
these instructions.
VENTING INSTALLATION
Read all instructions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation. Failure to do so
could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. Operation of improperly installed
and maintained venting system could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life.
W
ARNING
Figure 11 -
Combustible Clearances for Vent Pipe
* A minimum 3" clearance to combustibles permitted all around
fl
ue at
outside wall.
** A minimum of 3" clearance is required above the pipe along
horizontal run until terminated through the wall.
NOTICE
Failure to follow these instructions will
void the warranty.
This fireplace must be vented to the
outside. The venting system must NEVER
be attached to a chimney serving a separate
solid fuel burning appliance. Each gas
appliance must use a separate vent system.
Do not use common vent systems.
W
ARNING
W
ARNING
Horizontal sections of this vent system
require a minimum of 3" clearance to
combustibles on top of horizontal run until
terminated through the wall and 1" on all
sides. Vertical sections of this vent system
require 1" clearance around all sides.
*1”
(25 mm)
**3”
(76 mm)
36" (914 mm)
Vertical Rise
Required Before
Horizontal Run
FP2933
84" (2134 mm)
Minimum, Base
of Fireplace to
Centerline of Vent
Pipe
