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Installation Manual
Installation and Appliance Setup
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
NOTICE: DO NOT discard this manual!
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation must be
performed by a licensed plumber or gas tter.
See Table of Contents for location of additional Commonwealth
of Massachusetts requirements.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other am-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
What to do if you smell gas
- DO NOT try to light any appliance.
- DO NOT touch any electrical switch. DO
NOT use any phone in your building.
- Leave the building immediately.
- Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas sup-
plier’s instructions.
- If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the re department.
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualied installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier.
WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death, or
property damage.
This appliance may be installed as an OEM
installation in manufactured home (USA
only) or mobile home and must be installed
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions and the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24
CFR, Part 3280 in the United States, or the
Standard for Installation in Mobile Homes,
CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series, in Canada.
This appliance is only for use with the type(s)
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This
appliance is not convertible for use with other
gases, unless a certied kit is used.
DANGER
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of
burns from the hot viewing glass is provided
with this appliance and shall be installed for
the protection of children and other at-risk
individuals.
Models: ODFORTG-36
FORTRESS
SERIES
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Safety Alert Key:
• DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury.
• WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury.
• CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
• NOTICE: Used to address practices not related to personal injury.
Table of Contents
Installation Standard Work Checklist ....................3
1 Product Specic and Important Safety Information
A. Appliance Certication ............................4
B. Glass Specications ..............................4
C. BTU Specications ...............................4
D. High Altitude Installations .......................... 4
E. Non-Combustible Materials Specication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
F. Combustible Materials Specication .................4
G. Electrical Codes .................................4
H. Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts . . 5
2 Getting Started
A. Design and Installation Considerations ...............6
B. Good Faith Wall Surface/TV Guidelines ..............6
C. Tools and Supplies Needed ........................6
D. Inspect Appliance and Components ..................7
3 Framing and Clearances
A. Appliance/Decorative Front Dimension Diagrams ....... 8
B. Clearances to Combustibles. .......................9
C. Mantel Combustibles. .............................9
D. Constructing the Appliance Chase .................. 10
E. Hearth Extension ............................... 11
4 Termination Location and Vent Information
A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances .............. 12
B. Chimney Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
C. Approved Pipe .................................14
D. Use of Elbows .................................15
E. Measuring Standards ............................16
F. Vent Diagrams ................................. 16
5 Venting Installation
A. Installation Precautions ...........................17
B. Installation Planning .............................18
C. Installation Instructions ........................... 18
6 Appliance Preparation
A. Securing and Leveling the Appliance ................25
7 Venting and Chimneys
A. Assemble Vent Sections .........................26
B. Assemble Slip Sections ..........................27
C. Secure the Vent Sections .........................27
D. Disassemble Vent Sections .......................28
E. Vertical Termination Requirements ..................28
F. Horizontal Termination Requirements ............... 30
8 Electrical Information
A. General Information .............................31
B. Wiring Requirements ............................32
9 Gas Information
A. Fuel Conversion ................................33
B. Gas Pressure ..................................33
C. Gas Connection ................................33
D. High Altitude Installations ......................... 33
10 Finishing - Final Installation
A. Facing Material .................................34
B. Installation Instructions for Outdoor Side .............34
C. Log Placement Instructions .......................40
11 Reference Materials
A. Vent Components Diagrams ......................43
B. Accessories ...................................50
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Installation Standard Work Checklist
Customer:
Lot/Address:
Model (circle one): ODFORTG-36
Date Installed:
Location of Fireplace:
Installer:
Dealer/Distributor Phone #
Serial #:
Comments Communicated to party responsible ____________________ by ______________________on ___________
(Builder / Gen. Contractor/) (Installer) (Date)
= Contains updated information.
Hearth & Home Technologies recommends the following:
• Photographing the installation and copying this checklist for your le.
• That this checklist remain visible at all times on the appliance until the installation is complete.
This standard work checklist is to be used by the installer in conjunction with, not instead of, the instructions contained in
this installation manual.
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Failure to install appliance according to these instructions can lead to a
re or explosion.
ATTENTION INSTALLER:
Follow this Standard Work Checklist
Appliance Install Information YES IF NO, WHY?
Veried clearances to combustibles requirements are maintained. (Pg. 9-10) ___________________
Veried that the chase is insulated and sealed. (Pg. 9) ___________________
Veried mantel and wall clearance requirements are maintained. (Pg. 9) ___________________
Veried hearth extension requirements are maintained. (Pg. 11) __________________
Veried appliance is leveled and secured. (Pg. 25) ___________________
Venting/Chimney Section 7 (Pg. 26-30)
Veried venting conguration complies to vent diagrams. ___________________
Veried venting installed, locked and sealed/secured in place. ___________________
Veried venting meets clearance to combustible requirements. ___________________
Veried wall/ceiling restops are installed (if applicable). ___________________
Veried attic insulation shield is installed (if applicable). ___________________
Veried Exterior wall/Roof ashing is installed and sealed. ___________________
Veried termination cap is installed and sealed. ___________________
Electrical Section 8 (Pg. 31-32)
Veried unswitched power (110-120 VAC) provided to the appliance. ___________________
Veried wall switch wires are properly installed (if applicable). ___________________
Gas Section 9 (Pg. 33)
Veried appliance is using proper fuel type. ___________________
If converted, veried proper fuel conversion kit was used. ___________________
Veried that gas components (ttings, pressure taps, etc) are leak free and replace is
operating under correct pressures. ___________________
Finishing Section 10 (Pg. 34-40)
Veried that nish material does not interfere with install/operation of decorative front. ___________________
Veried combustible materials are not installed in non-combustible areas. ___________________
Veried all clearances meet installation manual requirements. ___________________
Veried mantels/wall projections comply with installation manual requirements. ___________________
Veried all packaging and protective materials are removed (inside & outside of appliance). ___________________
Veried Glowing Embers and logs installed correctly. ___________________
Veried xed glass assembly installed and secured. ___________________
Veried remote control has been programmed and is fully functional. ___________________
Veried proper air shutter setting for installation type and vent conguration. ___________________
Manual bag and all of its contents are removed from inside/under
the appliance and given to party responsible for use and operation. ___________________
4602-902 12/16
Comments: Further description of the issues, who is responsible (Installer/ Builder/ Other Trades, etc) and corrective
action needed ____________________________________________________________________________________
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B. Glass Specications
This appliance is equipped with ceramic glass that is
used on the inside glass door frames attached to the
rebox. Replace glass only with ceramic glass. The out-
door glass in the black frame screwed to the Stainless
Steel frame is tempered glass. Replace with tempered
glass. Please contact your dealer for replacement glass.
This product is listed to ANSI standards for “Vented Gas
Fireplace Heaters” and applicable sections of “Gas Burn-
ing Heating Appliances for Manufactured Homes and
Recreational Vehicles”, and “Gas Fired Appliances for
Use at High Altitudes”.
A. Appliance Certication
D. High Altitude Installations
NOTICE: If the heating value of the gas has been reduced,
these rules do not apply. Check with your local gas utility
or authorities having jurisdiction.
When installing above 2000 feet elevation:
In the USA: Reduce input rate 4% for each 1000 feet
above 2000 feet.
In CANADA: Input ratings are certied without a reduc-
tion of input rate for elevations up to 4500 feet (1370
m) above sea level. Please consult provincial and/or
local authorities having jurisdiction for installations
at elevations above 4500 feet (1370 m).
Check with your local gas utility to determine proper ori-
ce size.
E. Non-Combustible Materials Specication
Material which will not ignite and burn. Such materials are
those consisting entirely of steel, iron, brick, tile, concrete,
slate, glass or plasters, or any combination thereof.
Materials that are reported as passing ASTM E 136,
Standard Test Method for Behavior of Materials in
a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750 ºC shall be considered
non-combustible materials.
F. Combustible Materials Specication
Materials made of or surfaced with wood, compressed pa-
per, plant bers, plastics, or other material that can ignite
and burn, whether ame proofed or not, or plastered or
unplastered shall be considered combustible materials.
G. Electrical Codes
NOTICE: This appliance must be electrically wired
and grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with National Electric Code
ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric
Code CSA C22.1.
A 110-120 VAC circuit for this product must be pro-
tected with ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection,
in compliance with the applicable electrical codes,
when it is installed in locations such as in bathrooms
or near sinks.
NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS A PRIMARY HEAT SOURCE.
This appliance is tested and approved as either supplemen-
tal room heat or as a decorative appliance. It should not be
factored as primary heat in residential heating calculations.
NOTICE: This installation must conform with local codes.
In the absence of local codes you must comply with the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-latest edition in
the U.S.A. and the CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes in
Canada.
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Product Specic and Important Safety Information
MODELS: ODFORTG-36
LABORATORY: CSA
TYPE: Direct Vent Heater
STANDARD: ANSI-Z21.88-2014 • CSA 2.33-2014
C. BTU Specications
Models
(U.S. or Canada)
Maximum
Input
BTU/h
Minimum
Input
BTU/h
Middle
Orice
Size
(DMS)
Outer
Orice
Size
(DMS)
ODFORTG-36 (NG)
US
(0-4500FT)
56,000 38,000 #31 #46
ODFORTG-36 (LP)
US
(0-4500 FT)
56,000 44,000 #50 #56
WARNING: This product and the
fuels used to operate this product (liquid
propane or natural gas), and the products
of combustion of such fuels, can expose
you to chemicals including benzene, which
is known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. For more
information go to: www.P65Warnings.
ca.gov.
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H. Requirements for the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts
For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment
installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in
whole or in part for residential purposes, including those
owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the
side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7)
feet above nished grade in the area of the venting, in-
cluding but not limited to decks and porches, the following
requirements shall be satised:
Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors
At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented
gas fueled equipment, the installing plumber or gas tter
shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector
with an alarm and battery back-up is installed on the oor
level where the gas equipment is to be installed. In addi-
tion, the installing plumber or gas tter shall observe that
a battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detec-
tor with an alarm is installed on each additional level of
the dwelling, building or structure served by the side wall
horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be the
responsibility of the property owner to secure the services
of qualied licensed professionals for the installation of
hard wired carbon monoxide detectors.
In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fu-
eled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic,
the hard wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and
battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent
oor level.
In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can
not be met at the time of completion of installation, the
owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to comply
with the above requirements; provided, however, that dur-
ing said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon
monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.
Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accor-
dance with the above provisions shall comply with NFPA
720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certied.
Signage
A metal or plastic identication plate shall be permanent-
ly mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum
height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the
exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fu-
eled heating appliance or equipment. The sign shall read,
in print size no less than one-half (1/2) in. in size, “GAS
VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OB-
STRUCTIONS”.
Inspection
The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizon-
tally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the
installation unless, upon inspection, the inspector ob-
serves carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed
in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1
through 4.
Exemptions
The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5.08(2)
(a)1 through 4:
The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled “Equipment
Not Required To Be Vented” in the most current edition
of NFPA 54 as adopted by the Board; and
• Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fu-
eled equipment installed in a room or structure separate
from the dwelling, building or structure used in whole or
in part for residential purposes.
MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS
Gas Equipment Venting System Provided
When the manufacturer of Product Approved side wall
horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting
system design or venting system components with the
equipment, the instructions provided by the manufacturer
for installation of the equipment and the venting system
shall include:
Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting
system design or the venting system components; and
A complete parts list for the venting system design or
venting system.
Gas Equipment Venting System NOT Provided
When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side wall
horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not pro-
vide the parts for venting the ue gases, but identies
“special venting systems”, the following requirements
shall be satised by the manufacturer:
• The referenced “special venting system” instructions
shall be included with the appliance or equipment in-
stallation instructions; and
• The “special venting systems” shall be Product Ap-
proved by the Board, and the instructions for that sys-
tem shall include a parts list and detailed installation
instructions.
A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Ap-
proved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equip-
ment, all venting instructions, all parts lists for venting
instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall
remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion
of the installation.
See Gas Connection section for additional Common-
wealth of Massachusetts requirements.
Note: The following requirements reference various
Massachusetts and national codes not contained in this
document.
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Getting Started
A. Design and Installation Considerations
Outdoor Lifestyles direct vent gas appliances are de-
signed to operate with all combustion air siphoned from
outside of the building and all exhaust gases expelled to
the outside. No additional outside air source is required.
Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations. Consult insurance carrier,
local building inspector, re ofcials or authorities having
jurisdiction over restrictions, installation inspection and
permits.
Before installing, determine the following:
• Where the appliance is to be installed.
• The vent system conguration to be used.
• Gas supply piping requirements.
• Electrical wiring requirements.
• Framing and nishing details.
Whether optional accessories—devices such a wall
switch or remote control—are desired.
C. Tools and Supplies Needed
Before beginning the installation be sure that the following
tools and building supplies are available.
Tape measure Framing material
Pliers Hammer
Phillips screwdriver Manometer
Gloves Framing square
Voltmeter Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.)
Plumb line Safety glasses
Level Reciprocating saw
Flat blade screwdriver
Non-corrosive leak check solution
1/2 - 3/4 in. length, #6 or #8 Self-drilling screws
Caulking material (300 ºF minimum continuous exposure
rating)
One 1/4 in. female connection (for optional fan).
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. For
assistance or additional information, consult a qualied
service technician, service agency or your dealer.
Figure 2.1 Good Faith Wall Surface Temperatures Above Appliance
B. Good Faith Wall Surface/TV Guidelines
NOTICE: Temperatures listed above are taken with a
temperature measuring probe as prescribed by the test
standard used for appliance certication. Temperatures
on walls or mantels taken with an infrared thermometer
may yield increased temperatures of up to 30 degrees or
more depending on the thermometer settings and material
characteristics being measured.
MEASUREMENTS FROM
TOP EDGE OF THE OPENING
6 in.
18 in.
24 in.
30 in.
36 in.
TO CEILING
12 in.
APPLIANCE FRONT
FIREPLACE
OPENING
157 °F
129 °F
124 °F
123 °F
116 °F
105 °F
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by
qualied personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends
HHT Factory Trained or NFI certied professionals.
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D. Inspect Appliance and Components
Carefully remove the appliance and components from
the packaging.
The vent system components may be shipped in
separate packages.
• If packaged separately, the log set and appliance grate
must be installed.
Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,
particularly the condition of the glass.
Read all of the instructions before starting the instal-
lation. Follow these instructions carefully during the
installation to ensure maximum safety and benet.
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Damaged parts
could impair safe operation. DO NOT install damaged, in-
complete or substitute components. Keep appliance dry.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility
for, and the warranty will be voided by, the following actions:
Installation and use of any damaged appliance or vent
system component.
Modication of the appliance or vent system.
Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
Installation and/or use of any component part not approved
by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Any such action may cause a re hazard.
WARNING! Risk of Fire, Explosion or Electric Shock!
DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Call a qualied service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the control system
and/or gas control which has been under water.
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Framing and Clearances
A. Appliance/Decorative Front Dimension Diagrams
Dimensions are actual appliance dimensions. Use for reference only. For framing dimensions and clearances refer to Section 5.
Figure 3.1 Appliance Dimensions
Location Inches Millimeters
G 7-3/8 187
H 9 228
I 12 305
J 23-13/16 605
K 24 609
L 25-5/8 650
Location Inches Millimeters
A 471/2 1207
B 39-3/8 1000
C 34-1/4 869
D 38-1/4 978
E 49-3/8 1254
F 44-3/8 1128
J
I
E
F
D
C
K
L
B
A
H
G
Outdoor Side
Indoor Side
Outdoor Side
Indoor Side
Appliance Dimensions Table
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B. Clearances to Combustibles.
Fire Risk.
Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe
installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly
can create a re hazard.
WARNING
The appliance cannot be installed on a carpet, tile or
other combustible material other than wood ooring. If
installed on carpet or vinyl ooring, the appliance shall
be installed on a metal, wood or noncombustible material
panel extending full width and depth of the appliance.
72 in.
(1829 mm)
Min.
Ceiling
12 in.
(305 mm)
Max. Depth
16 in.
(406 mm)
Min.
6 in.
(
152 mm)
Min.
Hearth 8 in. Min.
(203 mm)
Noncombustible
Hearth Minimum
Fireplace Opening
Combustible Mantel
Figure 3.2. Ceiling and Side Wall Clearance
C. Mantel Combustibles.
NOTE: The combustible area above the facing must not
protrude more than 1/2" from the facing. If it does, it is
considered a mantel and must meet the mantel require-
ments listed in this manual.
45°
1 in.
4 in.
Stud
Finish Wall
Combustible
Material Area
Top View
5 in.
6 in.
2 in.
3 in.
16 in.
12 in.
10 in.
12 in.
6 in.
2-1/2
in.
Side View
Noncombustible
Material to Top of
Standoffs
Top of Fireplace
Opening
Figure 3.3. Mantel Clearance
Fire Risk.
Never obstruct or modify the air inlet or outlet
grilles (louvers). This may create a re hazard
WARNING
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D. Constructing the Appliance Chase
A chase is a vertical box-like structure built to enclose the
gas appliance and/or its vent system. In cooler climates
the vent should be enclosed inside the chase.
NOTICE: Treatment of ceiling restops and wall shield
restops and construction of the chase may vary with the
type of building. These instructions are not substitutes
for the requirements of local building codes. Therefore,
you MUST check local building codes to determine the
requirements to these steps.
Chases should be constructed in the manner of all out-
side walls of the home to prevent cold air drafting prob-
lems. The chase should not break the outside building
envelope in any manner.
Walls, ceiling, base plate and cantilever oor of the chase
should be insulated. Vapor and air inltration barriers
should be installed in the chase as per regional codes for
the rest of the home. Additionally, in regions where cold
air inltration may be an issue, the inside surfaces may be
sheet rocked and taped (or an equivalent method may be
used) to achieve maximum air tightness.
NOTICE: Install appliance on hard metal or wood surfaces
extending full width and depth. DO NOT install directly
on carpeting, vinyl, tile or any combustible material other
than wood.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Maintain specied air space
clearances to appliance and vent pipe:
Insulation and other materials must be secured to prevent
accidental contact.
• The chase must be properly blocked to prevent blown
insulation or other combustibles from entering and
making contact with replace or chimney.
• Failure to maintain airspace may cause overheating and
a re.
To further prevent drafts, the wall shield and ceiling re-
stops should be caulked with caulk with a minimum of
300ºF continuous exposure rating to seal gaps. Gas
line holes and other openings should be caulked with
caulk with a minimum of 300ºF continuous exposure rating
or stuffed with unfaced insulation. If the appliance is being
installed on a cement surface, a layer of plywood may be
placed underneath to prevent conducting cold up into the
room.
Figure 3.4 Clearances to Combustibles
F
E=33 in.
G
H
I
E=43 in.
MINIMUM FRAMING DIMENSIONS*
A B** C* D E F** G** H I
Rough
Opening
(Vent Pipe)
Rough
Opening
(Height)
Rough
Opening
(Depth)
Rough
Opening
(Width)
Clearance
to ceiling
from opening
Clearance
to ceiling
from top of
appliance
Combustible
Floor
Combustible
Flooring
Sides of
Appliance
Front or
Rear of
Appli-
ance
Inches 10 44-1/2 23 49-1/2 37-3/4 33-1/2 0 See Note Below 1 48
Millime-
ters
254 1130 584 1257 959 851 0 See Note Below 25 1219
* Adjust framing dimensions for interior sheathing (such as sheetrock)
** Fireplace may need to be elevated from the oor affecting framing height B, depending on hearth construction. See Section 3.D
for hearth and combustible oor requirements.
C
A
B
D
HEADER
DEPTH**
HEADER
DEPTH**
APPLIANCE MAY BE
INSTALLED OFF OF FLOOR***
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E. Hearth Extension
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Hearth extension required
to protect combustible oors in front of appliance.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT block ventilation
slots. A minimum 1/4 in. space between the bottom of
hearth refractory and top of eld installed hearth exten-
sion (marble, tile, granite, etc) is required across full width
of replace.
If the appliance is to be placed directly on the oor, the
non-combustible hearth material will be limited to 3/4 in.
thick, including the oor adhesive. If the hearth mate-
rial will exceed 3/4 in. thick, the appliance will need to
be shimmed from the oor appropriately to maintain 1/4
in. minimum space between the oor hearth and hearth
refractory.
The base of the replace may sit on a combustible sur-
face. The area in front of the replace must be protected
by a noncombustible hearth extension, unless the re-
place is raised a minimum of three inches above the com-
bustible oor or hearth. See Figures 3.5 and 3.6
Figure 3.6 Non-Combustible Zone
Figure 3.5 Fireplace Positioned on Combustible Surface
16 in.
(406 mm)
3-1/2 in.
(89 mm)
27-3/4 in.
(705 mm)
24 in.
(610 mm)
6 in.
(152 mm)
66-1/4 in.
(1683 mm)
WOOD OR OTHER
COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR
OR PLATFORM
MARBLE, GRANITE, TILE OR
OTHER NON-COMBUSTIBLE
HEARTH EXTENSION
3/4 in. MAX
8 in.
HEARTH
REFRACTORY
BOTTOM OF
FIREPLACE
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL ON SIDES
(PROFILE VIEW)
MINIMUM
1/4 in. SPACE
REQUIRED
No combustibles in the area between the
two walls.
If using 2” x 6” exterior framing material,
interior framing must be placed on edge in
order to maintain 16 in. clearance.
NOTE:
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A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances
Roof Pitch H (Min.) Ft.
Flat to 6/12...........................................................1.0*
Over 6/12 to 7/12 .................................................1.25*
Over 7/12 to 8/12 .................................................1.5*
Over 8/12 to 9/12 .................................................2.0*
Over 9/12 to 10/12 ...............................................2.5*
Over 10/12 to 11/12 .............................................3.25
Over 11/12 to 12/12 .............................................4.0
Over 12/12 to 14/12 .............................................5.0
Over 14/12 to 16/12 .............................................6.0
Over 16/12 to 18/12 .............................................7.0
Over 18/12 to 20/12 .............................................7.5
Over 20/12 to 21/12 .............................................8.0
Figure 4.1 Minimum Height From Roof to Lowest Discharge
Opening
HORIZONTAL
OVERHANG
VERTICAL
WALL
GAS DIRECT VENT
TERMINATION CAP
12
X
ROOF PITCH
IS X/ 12
LOWEST
DISCHARGE
OPENING
2 ft.
MIN.
20 in. MIN.
H (MIN.) - MINIMUM HEIGHT FROM ROOF
TO LOWEST DISCHARGE OPENING
4
Termination Location and Vent Information
Fire Risk.
Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as
specied.
DO NOT pack air space with insulation or other
materials.
Failure to keep insulation or other materials away
from vent pipe could cause overheating and re.
WARNING
Figure 4.2 Staggered Termination Caps
Gas, Wood or Fuel Oil
Termination Cap
B
Gas
Termination
Cap **
A *
*
If using decorative cap cover(s), this distance may need to be
increased. Refer to the installation instructions supplied with the
decorative cap cover.
**
6 in. (minimum) up to 20 in.
152 mm/508 mm
18 in. minimum
457 mm
20 in. and over 0 in. minimum
In a staggered installation with both gas and wood or fuel oil
terminations, the wood or fuel oil termination cap must be
higher than the gas termination cap.
* H minimum may vary depending on regional snowfall.
Refer to local codes.
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Figure 4.3 Minimum Clearances for Termination
O
N
P
R
Q
X
= AIR SUPPLY INLET
A = 12 inches.................clearances above grade, veranda,
porch, deck or balcony
B = 12 inches. ................clearance to window or door that may
be opened, or to permanently closed
window
C = 18 inches .................clearance below unventilated soft
18 inches.................clearance below ventilated soft
30 inches ................clearance below vinyl soffits and
electrical service
D = 6 inches...................clearance to outside corner
E = 6 inches...................clearance to inside corner
F = 3 ft. (Canada) ..........not to be installed above a gas me-
ter/regulator assembly within 3 feet
horizontally from the center-line of the
regulator
G = 3 ft ...........................clearance to gas service regulator
vent outlet
H = 12 inches.................clearance to non-mechanical (unpow-
ered) air supply inlet, combustion air
inlet or direct-vent termination
i = 3 ft. (U.S.A.)
6 ft. (Canada) ...........clearance to a mechanical (powered)
air supply inlet
All mechanical air intakes within 10 feet of a termination cap
must be a minimum of 3 feet below termination.
J = 7 ft. ......................... On public property: clearance above
paved sidewalk or a paved driveway.
A vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved
driveway which is located between two single family dwellings
and serves both dwellings.
V
= VENT TERMINAL
= AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED
C
J
B
D
B
F
B
A
E
V
V
V
V
V
V
M
H or i
V
G
X
V
H
A
V
V
H
Electrical
Service
V
K
V
K
V
L
C
V
N = 6 inches ........... non-vinyl sidewalls
12 inches ......... vinyl sidewalls
O = 18 inches ......... non-vinyl soft and overhang
42 inches ......... vinyl soft and overhang
P = 8 ft.
Q
MIN
R
MAX
1 cap 3 feet 2 x Q
ACTUAL
2 caps 6 feet 1 x Q
ACTUAL
3 caps 9 feet 2/3 x Q
ACTUAL
4 caps 12 feet 1/2 x Q
ACTUAL
Q
MIN
= # termination caps x 3 R
MAX
= (2 / # termination caps) x Q
ACTUAL
Covered Alcove Applications
(Spaces open only on one side and with an overhang)
Measure horizontal clearances from this surface.
Measure vertical clearances from this surface.
CLEARANCE = 6 IN.
CAUTION! Risk of Burns! Termination caps are HOT,
consider proximity to doors, trafc areas or where people
may pass or gather (sidewalk, deck, patio, etc.). Listed cap
shields available. Contact your dealer.
Local codes or regulations may require different
clearances.
Vent system termination is NOT permitted in screened
porches.
Vent system termination is permitted in porch areas with
two or more sides open.
Hearth & Home Technologies assumes no responsibility
for the improper performance of the appliance when the
venting system does not meet these requirements.
Vinyl protection kits are suggested for use with vinyl siding.
M = 12 inches .................. clearance under veranda, porch, deck,
balcony or overhang
Permitted when veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully open
on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the oor.
K = 6 inches................. clearance from sides of electrical
service
L = 12 inches................ clearance above electrical service
Location of the vent termination must not interfere with access to the
electrical service.
B. Chimney Diagram
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C. Approved Pipe
This appliance is approved for use with Hearth & Home
Technologies DVP venting systems. SLP venting may
be used when a power vent is installed. Refer to Section
11.A for vent component information and dimensions.
DO NOT mix pipe, ttings or joining methods from differ-
ent manufacturers.
The pipe is tested to be run inside an enclosed wall.
There is no requirement for inspection openings at each
joint within the wall.
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Asphyxiation. This appli-
ance requires a separate vent. DO NOT vent to a pipe
serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance.
How to Use the Vent Graph
The Vent Graph should be read in conjunction with the
following vent installation instructions to determine the
relationship between the vertical and horizontal dimen-
sions of the vent system.
1. Determine the height of the center of the horizontal
vent pipe exiting through the outer wall. Using this
dimension on the Sidewall Vent Graph below, locate
the point intersecting with the slanted graph line.
2. From the point of this intersection, draw a vertical line
to the bottom of the graph.
3. Select the indicated dimension, and position the
replace in accorance with same.
Example: If the vertical dimension from the oor of
the replace is 11' (3.4 m) the horizontal run to the
face of the outer wall must not exceed 16' (4.9 m).
Sidewall Vent Graph showing the relationship between
vertical and horizonal dimensions for the Direct Vent ue
system.
Figure 4.4 Rear Wall Venting Graph (No Horizontal Elbows)
40
38
36
34
32
30
28
26
24
22
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
eg: A
Dimensions in Feet
Vertical Dimension From the Floor of Unit to the
Center of the Horizontal Vent Pipe
Horizontal dimension from the finished outside
wall to the center of the pipe on the fireplace.
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D. Use of Elbows
WARNING! Risk of Fire. This appliance requires a mini-
mum of 24 inches of vertical venting before attaching any
elbow to the appliance. DO NOT attach elbow directly to
the appliance.
Diagonal runs have both vertical and horizontal vent as-
pects when calculating the effects. Use the rise for the
vertical aspect and the run for the horizontal aspect. See
Figure 4.5.
Two 45º elbows may be used in place of one 90º elbow.
On 45º runs, one foot of diagonal is equal to 8-1/2 in. (216
mm) horizontal run and 8-1/2 in. (216 mm) vertical run. A
length of straight pipe is allowed between two 45º elbows.
See Figure 4.5.
Figure 4.6 shows the vertical and horizontal offsets for
DVP elbows.
Figure 4.5
HORIZONTAL
VERTICAL
RUN
RISE
EFFECTIVE
LENGTH
DVP
Pipe
Effective Length Rise/Run
Inches Millimeters Inches Millimeters
DVP4 4 102 2-3/4 70
DVP6 6 152 4-1/4 108
DVP12 12 305 8-1/2 216
DVP24 24 610 17 432
DVP36 36 914 25-1/2 648
DVP48 48 1219 34 864
DVP6A 3 to 6 76 to 152
2-1/8-4-1/4 54-108
DVP12A 3 to 12 76 to 305
2-1/8-8-1/2 54-216
Y
X
X
X
Vent Type
X
Inches Millimeters
DVP 16-1/4 413
Figure 4.6 Vertical and Horizontal Offset for DVP and SLP Elbows
Vent
Type
X Y
Inches Millimeters Inches Millimeters
DVP 4-1/2 114 17 432
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E. Measuring Standards
Vertical and horizontal measurements listed in the vent
diagrams were made using the following standards:
• Pipe measurements are shown using the effective length
of pipe. See Section 11.A Figure 11.1 for information on
effective length of pipe components.
• Horizontal terminations are measured to the outside
mounting surface (ange of termination cap) (see Figure
4.7).
• Vertical terminations are measured to top of last section
of pipe. See Figure 4.8.
• Horizontal pipe installed level with no rise.
MEASURE TO SHADED SURFACE
(OUTSIDE MOUNTING SURFACE)
Figure 4.7 Measure to Outside Mounting Surface
Figure 4.8. Measure to Top of Last Section of Pipe
General Rules:
• SUBTRACT 3 ft. from the total H measurement for each
90º elbow installed horizontally.
• SUBTRACT 1-1/2 ft. from the total H measurement for
each 45º elbow installed horizontally.
• A maximum of three 90º elbows (or six 45º elbows) may
be used in any vent conguration. Some elbows may be
installed horizontally.
• Elbows may be placed back to back anywhere in the
system.
Any 90º elbow may be replaced with two back to back
45º elbows.
When penetrating a combustible wall, a wall shield
restop must be installed.
• When penetrating a combustible ceiling, a ceiling restop
must be installed.
This appliance requires a minimum of 24 inches of verti-
cal pipe attached directly to the appliance starting collar
before attaching a 90 degree or 45 degree elbow.
Horizontal runs of vent do not require vertical rise;
horizontal runs may be level.
Horizontal termination cap should have a 1/4 inch
downward slant to allow any moisture in cap to be
released.
F. Vent Diagrams
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Read all instructions completely and thoroughly
before attemping installation. Falilure to do so
could result in serious injury, property damage
or loss of life. Operation of improperly installed
and maintained venting system could result in
serious injury, property damage or loss of life.
WARNING
A. Installation Precautions
Consult local building codes before beginning the instal-
lation. The installer must make sure to select the proper
vent system for installation. Before installing vent kit,
the installer must read this replace manual and vent kit
instructions.
Only a qualied installer/service person should install the
venting system. The installer must follow these safety
rules:
• Wear gloves and safety glass for protection.
• Use extreme caution when using ladders or when on
rooftops.
Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls and
ceilings.
The following actions will void the warranty on your
venting system:
• Installation of any damaged venting component.
• Unauthorized modication of the venting system.
Installation of any component part not manufactured or
approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.
• Installation other than permitted by these instructions.
Horizontal sections of this vent system require
a minimum of 3" clearances to combustibles at
the top of the ue and 1" clearance at the sides
and bottom until the ue penetrates the outside
wall. A minimum 1" clearance all around the ue
is acceptable at this point of penetration. Unless
the vertical run is 7-1/2 feet or higher from the
oor of the replace, the clearance for horizontal
run is 1" on all sides.
Vertical sections of this vent system require a
minimum of 2" clearance to combustibles at
the top of the unit directly above the stand-off.
A minimum of 1" clearance all aroun the ue is
acceptable thereafter.
WARNING
NOTICE: Failure to follow these instructions will
void the warranty.
*3 in.
**1 in.
**1 in.
FP2567
KSTDV vent clearances
24 in.
(610 mm)
72 in.
(1829 mm)
Figure 5.1 Combustible Clearances for Vent Pipe
* A minimum of 3" clearance to the top is required along
horizontal length until ue pipe penetrates outside wall.
** A minimum 1" clearance to combustibles permitted all
around ue at outside wall
FP2567
WARNING
This replace must be vented to the outside.
The venting system must NEVER be attached to
a chimney serving a separate solid fuel burning
appliance. Each gas appliance must use a
separate vent system. Do not use common vent
systems.
5
Venting Installation
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B. Installation Planning
There are two basic types of direct-vent installation:
Horizontal Termination
Vertical Termination
It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for
the type of termination you choose. It is also important to
note the wall thickness.
For Horizontal Termination
Select the amount of vertical rise desired. All horizontal run
of venting must have 1/4" rise for every 12" of run towards
the termination below 7
1
2" of vertical rise from oor of re-
place. With 7
1
2 feet or more of vertical rise from the oor
of the replace, the horizontal run may be level. NEVER
run vent piping down.
You may use up to three 90° elbows in this vent congura-
tion. Refer to Vertical/Horizontal Termination Congurations
on Page 20.
For Vertical Termination
Measure the distance from the replace oor to the ceil-
ing. Add the ceiling thickness, the vertical rise in an attic
or second story, and allow for sufcient vent height above
the roof line.
NOTE: You may use two 45° elbows in place of a 90°
elbow. You must follow rise to run ratios when using
45° elbows. The appliance is approved for use with
three 90° elbows maximum or a combination of 90°
and 45° elbows up to a maximum of 270°.
NOTICE: When installing in a chase, you should
insulate the chase as you would the outside walls
of your home. This is especially important in
cold climates. Insulation should be considered a
combustible material. Maintain proper clearances
to all combustible materials.
NOTICE: Treatment of restops and construction of
the chase may vary from building type to building
type. These instructions are not substitutes for the
requirements of local building codes. You must follow
all local building codes.
Never run the vent pipe down. This may cause
excessive temperatures which could cause
a re.
For two-story applications, restops are required at each
oor level. If an offset is needed in the attic, additional pipe
and elbows will be required.
You may use a chase with a vent termination with exposed
pipe on the exterior of the house. See Installing Vent
System in a Chase below. If pipe is enclosed in chase, it
is not exposed.
It is very important that the venting system maintain its bal-
ance between the combustion air intake and the ue gas
exhaust. Certain limitations apply to vent congurations
and must be strictly followed.
C. Installation Instructions
Installing a Vent System in an Outside
Chase
A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose
venting that runs along the outside of a building. A chase
is required for such venting.
WARNING
Always maintain minimum clearances around
vent systems. The minimum clearances to
combustibles for horizontal vent pipe are 3”
at the top* and 1” at the sides and bottom
of the vent system until the pipe penetrates
the nearest vertical wall (1” required). A 1”
minimum clearance all around the pipe must be
maintained at outside wall and on vertical runs.
Do not pack the open air spaces with insulation
or other materials. This could cause high
temperatures and may present a re hazard.
*Unless the vertical run is 7
1
2 feet or higher
from oor of replace, the clearance for the
horizontal run is 1” on all sides.
WARNING
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Vertical Sidewall Installation
NOTE: Sealant is not required to assemble replace
venting. Do not use silicone sealant at the inner ue
exhaust connections.
Step 1
Locate vent opening on the wall. It may be necessary to
rst position the replace and measure to obtain hole lo-
cation. Depending on whether the wall is combustible or
noncombustible, cut opening to size. See Figure 5.2 (For
combustible walls rst frame in opening.)
Combustible Walls: Cut a 10
1
2”H x 10
1
2”W (267 x 267
mm) hole through the exterior wall and frame as shown.
See Figure 5.2.
Noncombustible Walls: Hole opening must be 8
1
2(216
mm) in diameter.
Figure 5.4
Horizontal Length
Requirement
Noncombustible Walls: Hole opening must be 8
1
2(216
mm) in diameter.
Step 2
Secure restop to the inside frame, center in the 10
1
2x
10
1
2” vent opening.
Step 3
Place replace into position. Measure the vertical height
(X) required from the base of the ue collars to the center
of the wall opening. See Figure 5.3.
Step 4
Using appropriate length of pipe section(s) attach to re-
place with three (3) screws. Follow with the installation of
the elbow.
Step 5
Measure the horizontal length requirement guring a 1
1
4
(32 mm) overlap, i.e. from the elbow to the outside wall
cap. See Figure 5.4
X
X
X
X
FP1385
VO584-100
Vent Opening
2/99 djt
10
1
2
(267 mm)
Min.
Fireplace Hearth
Opening for Noncombustible Wall
8
1
2"
(216 mm)
Fireplace Hearth
Figure 5.2 Locate vent opening on wall
10
1
2"
(267 mm) Min.
Vent Opening for Combustible Walls
Framing Detail
Note: Always install horizontal venting on a level
plane.
Step 6
Use appropriate length of pipe sections - telescopic or
xed - and install.
Sealing vent pipe and restop gaps with high tem-
perature sealant will restrict cold air being drawn in
around replace.
Step 7
Guide the vent terminations 5” and 8” collard into their
respective vent pipes. Double check that the vent pipes
overlap the collars by a minimum of 1
1
4(32 mm). Secure
the termination to the wall with screws provided and caulk
around the wall plate to weatherproof. As an alternative to
screwing the termination directly to the wall, you may also
use expanding plugs or an approved exterior construction
adhesive.
Note: Support horizontal pipes every 36” (914 mm)
with metal pipe straps.
Figure 5.3
Vertical Height
Requirement
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Vertical/Horizontal Termination
congurations
Since it is very important that the venting system maintain
its balance between the combustion air intake and the ue
gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent congurations
apply and must be strictly adhered to.
The Vent Graph, showing the relationship between vertical
and horizontal side wall venting, will help to determine the
various dimensions allowable. See Figure 4.4.
NOTE: Horizontal sections of this vent system require
a minimum of 3" clearances to combustibles at the top
of the ue and 1" clearance at the sides and bottom
until the ue penetrates the outside wall. A minimum
1" clearance all around the ue is acceptable at this
point of penetration. Unless the vertical run is 7
1
2 feet
or higher from oor of replace, the clearance for the
horizontal run is 1" on all sides.
Vertical sections of this vent system require a minimum
of 1" clearance to combustibles on all sides of the pipe.
When vent exits through foundations less than 20" below
outcrop, the termination must be ush up with outcropped
wall above.
It is best to locate the replace in such a way that minimizes
the number of offsets and horizontal vent length.
The horizontal vent run refers to the total length of vent
pipe from the ue collar of the replace (or the top of the
Transition Elbow) to the face of the nished outside wall.
The maximum number of 90° elbows per side wall
installation is three (3). See Figure 5.5.
Figure 5.5 Maximum Three (3) 90° Elbows Per Installation
3 x 90° Elbows
24" Min.
FP1380
If a 90° elbow is used in the horizontal vent run (level
height maintained) the horizontal vent length is reduced
by 36". Refer to Figure 5.7. This does not apply if the
90° elbows are used to increase or redirect a vertical
rise.
Example: According to the vent graph (page 14) the maxi-
mum horizontal vent length in a system with a 10' vertical
rise is 17
1
2 (5.3 m) and if a 90° elbow is required in the
horizontal vent it must be reduced to 14
1
2' (4.4 m).
In Figure 5.7 dimension A plus B must not be greater than
14
1
2' (4.4 m).
A
B
10 ft.
FP2546
Horizontal run
reduction
Figure 5.7 Horizontal Run Reduction
FP2546
A minimum of 24" is required before a 90° elbow. If a 90°
elbow is tted directly after 24" vertical section mounted
to the top of the replace, the maximum horizontal vent
run before the termination is 36” (914 mm). See Figure
5.6.
Max. 20"
(508mm)
36"
(914mm)
FP1381
Figure 5.6 Horizontal Run with Minimum Vertical Rise
*NOTE: With a 24"
rise, the maximum
horizontal run is 36".
24"
(610 mm)
Min.
90° Elbow = 36" (914 mm)
Reduction
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