Introduction, General installation requirements – DuraVent FasNSeal W2 Double-Wall User Manual

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INTRODUCTION

FasNSeal W2, manufactured by DuraVent, is a

Double-Wall special stainless steel vent system

for gas fired appliances listed as Category II,

III, and IV or in Canada, type BH Gas Venting

Systems as noted in ULC-636, with a rated

operating temperature of 480 Degrees F (249

Degrees C), and a rated positive pressure of 6”

Water Column.

FasNSeal W2 must be installed by an

experienced professional familiar with

the operation and maintenance of heating

appliances and venting. Before installing

this product, examine all components

for possible shipping damage and read

the complete installation manual. Failure

to follow proper installation procedures,

including vent pitch and improper appliance

connections may cause unsafe conditions.

DuraVent recommends the system to be

inspected once a year by a qualified service

technician.

When venting Category II, III, or IV appliances,

FasNSeal W2 must be used for the entire

length of the system. Do not mix pipe, fittings,

or joining methods from different manufacturers.

See the DuraVent catalog number L820 for

a complete list of parts and products. every

vent system must be planned and installed

for optimum performance and safety. the

venting system must be free to expand and

contract and must be supported in accordance

with these instructions. (Check for unrestricted

vent movement through walls, ceilings, and

roof penetrations). Refer to the gas appliance

manufacturer’s instructions to determine venting

requirements and limitations with respect to

installation and use of the appliance.

It is the responsibility of the installer to

contact local building and fire officials

concerning any installation restrictions

and/or inspection requirements that may

apply.

Permits may be required before starting an

installation. this product must be installed

in accordance with local building code

requirements as well as National codes: USa -

National Fuel Gas Code aNSI-Z223.1 or NFPa

Standard 54, or NFPa 211. In CaNaDa - CaN/

CGa-B149.1 or CaN/CGa-B149.2 Propane

Installation Code as applicable.

GENERAL INSTALLATION

REQUIREMENTS

Failure to conform with these installation

instructions and all applicable codes may

result in catastrophic property damage,

personal injury, or death. these instructions

are a guide to assist a professional installer.

• Proper operation of the vent system and

appliance depends on the use and correct

assembly of all parts specified for a particular

installation.

• tee sections should only be incorporated

in conjunction with a drain on appliances

tested for use with a drain, or if allowed by the

appliance manufacturer for multiple appliance

connections.

• If required by the appliance manufacturer,

a drain fitting must be located as close

as possible to the appliance flue outlet.

Depending on the arrangement of the vent,

more than one drain may be required.

Unless a drain fitting is supplied with the

appliance, install a FasNSeal W2 Drain Fitting.

• More than one Category II, III or IV appliance

may not be connected into the same vent

system, unless the appliance manufacturer

specifically approved such a system and the

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