Avalon Firestyles AGP - Manual (Page 12)

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Installation
(For Qualified Installers Only)
© Travis Industries 4141230 100-01270
Pellet Vent Type
 Must be 3" (76mm) or 4” (102mm) diameter Type "L" (except for masonry fireplace installations) -
or - connect the vent to a factory built type "A" chimney. All vent joints (including adapters,
elbows, etc.) must be sealed (typically 500° F. RTV silicone is used).
Installing the Pellet Vent
 Horizontal sections must have a 1/4" (6.4mm) rise every 12" (305mm) of travel.
 Pellet vent connections must be sealed airtight with 500° F. RTV silicone and screwed together
with at least 3 sheet metal screws (unless the vent manufacturer’s requirements specify
otherwise).
Pellet Vent Termination
 Vent must terminate on the exterior of the dwelling. Horizontal terminations must protrude a
minimum of 12" (305mm) from the wall. Vertical terminations must protrude a minimum 24"
(610mm) from the roof surface. In addition, all clearances listed below must be met.
 Must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering) or a 45° downturn with rodent
screen.
 If the termination is located on a windy side of the house, an approved house shield is
recommended to prevent soot from building up on the side of the house.
 Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material.
A Minimum 4' (1220mm) clearance below or beside any door or window that opens.
(This clearance may be reduced to18” if using outside air (see page 13) – we recommend
the door or window be kept closed during operation.
Minimum 1’ (458mm) clearance below or beside any window that does not open.
B Minimum 1' (458mm) clearance above any door or window that opens
C Minimum 2' (610mm) clearance from any adjacent building
D Minimum 7' (2.134 M) clearance above any grade when adjacent to public walkways
NOTE: Vent may not terminate in covered walkway or breezeway.
E Minimum 2' (610mm) clearance above any grass, plants, or other combustible materials
F Minimum 3' (915mm) clearance from any forced air intake of any other appliance
G Minimum 2' (610mm) clearance below eaves or overhangs
H Minimum 1' (458mm) clearance horizontally from combustible wall
X Must be a minimum of 2' (610mm) above the roof
Seal each vent section (including
adapters, elbows, etc...) by
injecting a liberal amount of 500°
F. RTV silicone into the gap
between sections.
500° F. RTV
Silicone
H
G
A
D
F
NOTE: Measure clearances to the nearest edge of the exhaust hood.
A
E
B
C
F
X
H
Install the vent at the clearance specified by the
vent manufacturer.