Part 4 - General venting
Installation of a vent system configuration with wall terminal
Before installation, consult the authority having jurisdiction (such as gas inspection authority, municipal
building department, fire department, fire prevention bureau, etc) to determine the need to obtain a permit or
for applicable local or national codes.
A venting system that extends through any area above the one where the vented appliance is located shall
be provided with an enclosure which has a fire resistance rating equal to or greater than the fire resistance
rating of the floor or roof assemblies through which it passes. This requirement does not apply to one or two
family dwellings.
Warning
Have the venting system checked once a year by a qualified technician, special attention should be paid to
the presence of debris and for signs of leakage.
Normal operation of the EcoKing appliance does not result in deposits of combustible soot in venting
systems. However, a poorly adjusted or malfunctioning appliance can deposit soot and other debris which
can enter the vent system. Any such accumulation should be removed and the appliance adjusted to
eliminate future accumulation. Use only a soft brush for cleaning the sections and fittings. If any leakage is
found at joints the EcoKing appliance should be turned off and the leaks repaired.
The venting system must not be routed into, through, or within any other vent, such as an existing masonry
or factory-built chimney flue.
Plastic venting systems shall not pass through rated fire separations.
The distance between the point of termination of system shall be:
1.8 m (6 feet) or more from combustion air inlet of any appliance;
More than 0.91m (3 feet) from any other building opening, gas utility meter, service regulator, and
the like.
Contact the local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection in your area.
Warning
Proper installation of venting system and appliance is dependent on the use of all parts specified by the
manufacturer for use in particular installations and the performance of system may be affected if the proper
assembly of all required parts is not accomplished. Acceptance of venting system requires full compliance
with these installation instructions.
Ensure the following for each installation:
Pipe, fittings & termination must be used for the entire length of the vent. These products are
supplied with specific instructions; these instructions must also be followed.
The maximum Deflection is 87°, or a min. pitch of 5 cm/m (0.6 inch/feet), so that condensate does
not collect in any part of the venting system.
Common venting of more than one appliance is not allowed.
The maximum length, the correct diameter and number of fittings must be in conformance with
the specifications within this instruction manual.
The venting systems must be installed with correct distance to combustible
material. Check the proper joint construction.
Warning
The instructions with regard to installation of condensate drain must be followed (section 6). If not, the flue
gases can be blown out under a locked vent condition before the appliance’s blocked vent detection
system can function.
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