Tjernlund SS1R SideShot (Discontinued Version - Pre UC1 Universal Control) 8504046 Rev 05/95 User Manual
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VENT HOOD TERMINATION CLEARANCES FOR U.S. INSTALLATIONS
Install the SS1-R 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.
• Arrange the exit terminal so that the flue gases are not directed so as to jeopardize people, overheat combustible structures or
enter buildings.
• Not to be less than 2 feet from an adjacent building.
The SS1-R is also Listed to terminate a minimum of 12" below, above or horizontally from a soffit, deck or adjacent sidewall.
VENT HOOD TERMINAT
It is not recommended for the SS1-R to be terminated 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