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78D0011
WDV 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 fireplace
manual and vent kit instructions.
Only a qualified installer/service person should install
venting system. The installer must follow these safety
rules:
•
Wear gloves and safety glasses for protec-
tion.
•
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 warranty on your vent-
ing 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 instruc-
tions.
VentInG InstallatIOn InFOrMatIOn
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.
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**1”
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Vent pipe clearances
50” (127 mm)
Min. Floor
to Center of
Vent Pipe
**1”
*3”
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Figure 7 -
Combustible Clearances for Vent Pipe
12" Vertical Rise
Required Before
Horizontal Run
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Failure to follow these instructions will void
the warranty.
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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.
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horizontal sections of this vent system
require a minimum of 3" (76 mm)clearances
to combustibles at the top of the flue and 1"
(25 mm) clearance at the sides and bottom
until the flue penetrates the outside wall.
a
minimum 1" clearance all around the flue
is acceptable at this point of penetration.
unless the vertical run is 7
Z\x
' (2.3 m) or
higher from floor of fireplace, the clearance
for horizontal run is 1" on all sides.
* A minimum of 3" clearance to the top is
required along horizontal length until flue
pipe penetrates outside wall.
** A minimum 1" clearance to combustibles
permitted all around flue at outside wall
