Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

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Vertical Installation
Vertical venting system must be supported every 5 ft (1.5 m) of vertical run and every 3 ft (.92 m) of horizontal
run of vent pipe length.
Figure 5 – Typical Vertical
Intake Vent System Installation
Through the Wall Venting with Low Ground Clearance
When venting cannot exit through the wall at a height greater than or equal to 12 in (30.5 cm) (above expected
snowfall level) from the ground, then the installation must be modified as shown below (see Figure 6).
Figure 6 – Vent Terminal (Low
Ground Clearance)
CAUTION
Failure to properly support the vent
piping with hangers and clamps may
result in damage to the water heater or
venting system.