Tjernlund SS1 SideShot with UC1 Universal Control (Version X.02) 8504102 Rev 07/02 - Manual (Page 7)

PLENUM AND VENT HOOD CLEARANCE FROM COMBUSTIBLES
With an inlet flue gas temperature of 650oF or below, the SideShot has been Listed for the following clearances from combustible
materials:
VENT HOOD TERMINATION CLEARANCES
The SideShot has been ETL Listed according to the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association #31, #54 and #211
as follows, (See Diagram A).
• The exit terminals of mechanical draft systems shall not be less than 7 feet above grade when located adjacent to public walk
ways.
• A venting system shall terminate at least 3 feet above any forced air inlet located within 10 feet.
• The venting system shall terminate at least 4 feet below, 4 feet horizontally from or 1 foot above any door, window or gravity air
inlet into any building.
• The bottom of the vent terminal shall be located at least 12 inches above grade.
• The exit terminal shall be so arranged that the flue gases are not directed so as to jeopardize people, overheat combustible
structures or enter buildings.
• Not to be less than 10 feet from an adjacent building.
The SideShot is also Listed to terminate a minimum of 12” below, above or horizontally from a soffit, deck or adjacent sidewall.
If possible, do not terminate the SS1 on a wall that faces the direction of the prevailing winds. Backdrafts by severe winds
can cause oil odors to remain in the structure and/or interrupt heating equipment operation.
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DIAGRAM A
IMPORTANT
Vent Hood and top of Plenum: Zero Clearance
Plenum front and sides: 1/2 inch
Plenum rear: 3 inches