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20306744
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 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 warranty 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 instruc-
tions.
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
**1”
FP2424
Vent pipe clearances
50” (127 mm)
Min. Floor
to Center of
Vent Pipe
**1”
*3”
CL
Figure 7 -
Combustible Clearances for Vent Pipe
12" Vertical Rise
Required Before
Horizontal Run
FP2424
NOTICE
Failure to follow these instructions will void
the warranty.
W
ARNING
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
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
1
⁄
2
' (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
For models purchased after 4/16/15, please see addendum.
