Lochinvar Shield SNR200-100 Manual

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Installation & Service
Manual
Models: SNR150-100, SNR200-100,
SNA285-125, SNA400-125, AND
SNA500-125
This manual must only be used by a
qualified heating installer / service
technician. Read all instructions in this
manual before installing. Perform steps
in the order given. Failure to comply
could result in severe personal injury,
death, or substantial property damage.
WARNING
Save this manual for future reference.
-- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable 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.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a near by phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
-- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
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Contents
PLEASE READ BEFORE PROCEEDING . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Hazard Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
THE SHIELD -- HOW IT WORKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
RATINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1. DETERMINE WATER HEATER LOCATION
Closet and Alcove Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Provide Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Flooring and Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Remove Water Heater from Wood Pallet . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Prevent Combustion Air Contamination . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Removing Water Heater From Existing Common Vent . 11
Combustion & Ventilation Air Requirements . . . . . . . . . 11
2. GENERAL VENTING
Direct Venting Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Venting and Combustion Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Requirements for Installation in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Air Intake/Vent Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Vent & Air Piping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3. SIDEWALL DIRECT VENTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-24
4. VERTICAL DIRECT VENTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-28
5. CONVENTIONAL AND SIDEWALL VENTING . . . . 29
6. SYSTEM PIPING
General Piping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Scalding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Water Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Piping Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Piping Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-34
7. GAS CONNECTIONS
Connecting Gas Supply Piping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Natural Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Pipe Sizing for Natural Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Natural Gas Supply Pressure Requirements . . . . . . 36
Propane Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Pipe Sizing for Propane Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Propane Supply Pressure Requirements . . . . . . . . 36
Check Inlet Gas Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Gas Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Gas Valve Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
8. FIELD WIRING
Low Voltage Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Power Cord Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Runtime Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Alarm Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
9. CONDENSATE DISPOSAL
Condensate Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
10. START-UP
Check for Gas Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Inspect/fill Condensate System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Final Checks Before Starting the Water Heater . . . . . . . 44-46
11. OPERATING INFORMATION
How the Water Heater Operates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Protection Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Water Heater Temperature Regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Adjustable Control Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Saving Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Sequence of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
The Shield Control Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Status Display Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-52
12. MAINTENANCE
Maintenance and Annual Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Address Report Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Inspect Water Heater Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Clean Condensate Trap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Check All Piping for Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Flue Vent System and Air Piping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Check Water System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Check Expansion Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Check Water Heater Relief Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Inspect Ignition & Flame Sense Electrodes . . . . . . . . 56
Check Ignition Ground Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Check All Water Heating Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Check Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Perform Startup & Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Check Burner Flames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Check Flame Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Review with Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Handling Ceramic Fiber Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Cleaning Water Heater Heat Exchanger . . . . . . . . . . 57
Oiled Bearing Circulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
13. TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Troubleshooting Chart - No Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Checking Temperature Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Troubleshooting Chart - Noisy System . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Troubleshooting Chart - Fault Messages Displayed . 62-67
Combustion Analysis Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Gas Valve Adjustment Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
14. DIAGRAMS
Ladder Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Please read before proceeding
Installer – Read all instructions, in this
manual before installing. Perform steps in
the order given.
Have this water heater serviced/inspected by a
qualified service technician, at least annually.
Failure to comply with the above could result
in severe personal injury, death or substantial
property damage.
Failure to adhere to the guidelines on this
page can result in severe personal injury,
death, or substantial property damage.
Water heater operation –
• Do not block flow of combustion or ventilation air to
the water heater.
• Should overheating occur or gas supply fail to shut off,
do not turn off or disconnect electrical supply to
circulator. Instead, shut off the gas supply at a location
external to the appliance.
• Do not use this water heater if any part has been under
water. The possible damage to a flooded appliance can
be extensive and present numerous safety hazards. Any
appliance that has been under water must be replaced.
When calling or writing about the water
heater – Please have the water heater model
and serial number from the water heater
rating plate.
Consider piping and installation when
determining water heater location.
Any claims for damage or shortage in
shipment must be filed immediately against
the transportation company by the
consignee.
Factory warranty (shipped with unit) does
not apply to units improperly installed or
improperly operated.
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If the information in these instructions is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage,
personal injury or death
-- Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable 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.
• Immediately call your gas supplier
from a near by phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
-- Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING
NOTICE
WARNING
WARNING
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Hazard definitions
The following defined terms are used throughout this manual to bring attention to the presence of hazards of various risk levels
or to important information concerning the life of the product.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
NOTICE
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
NOTICE indicates special instructions on installation, operation, or maintenance that are important but not
related to personal injury or property damage.
When servicing the water heater –
• To avoid electric shock, disconnect electrical supply
before performing maintenance.
• To avoid severe burns, allow the water heater to cool
before performing maintenance.

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The Shield - How it works...
1. Access cover - front
Provides access to the gas train and heat exchanger.
2. Air intake adapter
Allows for the connection of the PVC air intake pipe to
the water heater.
3. Air pressure switch
The air pressure switch detects blocked inlet conditions.
4. Air shroud (500-125 Model Only_Not Shown)
The air shroud directs air and gas flow into the blower.
5. Blower
The blower pulls in air and gas through the venturi
(item 5). Air and gas mix inside the blower and are pushed into
the burner, where they burn inside the combustion chamber.
6. Burner (not shown)
Made with metal fiber and stainless steel construction,
the burner uses pre-mixed air and gas and provides a
5 to 1 firing rate.
7. Condensate drain connection
Connects the condensate drain line to 1/2" PVC.
8. Electronic Control Module
The electronic control responds to internal and external signals
and controls the blower, gas valve, and pumps to meet the
demand.
9. Electronic display
The electronic display consists of 7 buttons and a dual line 32-
character liquid crystal display.
10. Flame inspection window
The quartz glass window provides a view of the burner
surface and flame.
11. Flame sensor
Used by the control module to detect the presence of burner
flame.
12. Flue gas sensor (not shown)
This sensor monitors the flue gas exit temperature. The control
module will modulate and shut down the water heater if the
flue gas temperature gets too hot. This protects the flue pipe
from overheating.
13. Gas connection pipe
Threaded pipe connection, either 1/2", 3/4", or 1",
depending on the model. This pipe should be connected
to the incoming gas supply for the purpose of delivering
gas to the water heater.
14. Gas shutoff switch (150-100 - - 285-125 Models Only)
An electrical switch designed to cut power from the gas valve to
prevent gas flow to the burner.
15. Gas shutoff valve (400-125 -- 500-125 Models Only)
Manual valve used to isolate the gas valve from the gas supply.
16. Gas valve
The gas valve senses the negative pressure created by the
blower, allowing gas to flow only if the gas valve is
powered and combustion air is flowing.
17. Heat exchanger access cover
Allows access to the combustion side of the heat
exchanger coils.
18. Heat exchanger inlet temperature sensor
This sensor monitors the inlet water temperature to the heat
exchanger.
19. Heat exchanger outlet temperature sensor
This sensor monitors heat exchanger outlet water temperature.
20. High limit sensor
Device that monitors the outlet water temperature. If the
temperature exceeds its setting, it will break the control circuit,
shutting the water heater down.
21. Ignition electrode
Provides direct spark for igniting the burner.
22. Line voltage junction box
The junction box contains the connection points for the line
voltage power.
23. Low voltage connection board
The connection board is used to connect external low voltage
devices.
24. Low voltage wiring connections (knockouts)
Conduit entryway for the low voltage
connection board.
25. Power cord
Six foot cord allows for quick connection to 120V supply.
26. Pump
Circulates water between the tank and the heat exchanger.
27. Pump relay
Switches power to the pump.
28. Relief valve discharge pipe
Protects the heat exchanger from over pressure and
temperature conditions. The relief valve is set at 150 PSI.
29. Stainless steel heat exchanger
Allows water to flow through specially designed
coils for maximum heat transfer, while providing
protection against flue gas corrosion. The coils are
encased in a jacket that contains the combustion process.
30. Tank sensor
Used by the control to monitor the temperature of the tank.
31. Top panel
Removable panel to gain access to the internal components.
32. Vent pipe connection
Allows for the connection of the PVC/CPVC vent pipe system
to the water heater.
33. Venturi
The venturi controls air and gas flow into the burner.
34. Water heater drain valve
Location from which the water heater can be drained.
35. Water inlet
Copper sweat connection for cold water supply that returns
water from the system to the heat exchanger, either 1-1/2" or 2",
depending on the model.
36. Water outlet
Male NPT water connection that supplies hot water to the
system, either 1-1/2" or 2", depending on the model.
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The Shield - How it works...
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Rear View - Model SNA400-125
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Rear View - Model SNA500-125 Right Side (inside unit) - Model SNA500-125
Right Side (inside unit) - Model SNA400-125
Model SNA400-125
Model SNA500-125
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Ratings
Notes:
1. Shield water heaters require special gas venting. Use
only the vent materials and methods specified in the
Shield Installation and Service Manual.
2. Standard Shield water heaters are equipped to operate
from sea level to 4,500 feet only with no adjustments.
The water heater will de-rate by 4% for each 1,000 feet
above sea level up to 4,500 feet.
3. High altitude Shield water heaters are equipped to
operate from 3,000 to 12,000 feet only with no field
adjustments. The water heater will de-rate by 2% for
each 1,000 feet above 3,000 feet. High altitude models
are manufactured with a different control module for
altitude operation, but the operation given in this
manual remains the same as the standard models. A
high altitude label (as shown in FIG. A) is also affixed
to the unit.
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Maximum allowed working pressure is located on the rating plate.
Model Number
Note: Change “N” to
“L” for L.P. gas models.
CSA
Input Modulation Btu/hr
(Note 2)
Water Content
Gallons
Water
Connections
Gas
Connections
Vent/Air Size
Min Max (Note 1)
SNR150-100 30,000 - 150,000 92 1-1/2" 1/2" 3"
SNR200-100 40,000 - 199,999 93 1-1/2" 1/2" 3"
SNA285-125 57,000 - 285,000 124 2" 3/4" 4"
SNA400-125 80,000 - 399,999 125 2" 1" 4"
SNA500-125 100,000 - 500,000 126 2" 1" 4"
NOTICE
Figure A High Altitude Label Location
UNIT EQUIPPED FOR
3,000 FT. TO 12,000 FT.
HIGH ALTITUDE
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The Shield water heater gas manifold and
controls met safe lighting and other
performance under tests specified in
ANSI Z21.10.3 – latest edition.
Failure to keep water heater area clear and
free of combustible materials, gasoline,
and other flammable liquids and vapors
can result in severe personal injury, death,
or substantial property damage.
Installation must comply with:
• Local, state, provincial, and national codes, laws,
regulations, and ordinances.
• National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 – latest edition.
• National Electrical Code.
• For Canada only: B149.1 Installation Code, CSA C22.1
Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and any local codes.
Before locating the water heater, check:
1. Check for nearby connection to:
• Water piping
• Venting connections
• Gas supply piping
• Electrical power
2. Locate the appliance so that if water connections should
leak, water damage will not occur. When such locations
cannot be avoided, it is recommended that a suitable
drain pan, adequately drained, be installed under the
appliance. Under no circumstances is the manufacturer
to be held responsible for water damage in connection
with this appliance, or any of its components.
3. Check area around the water heater. Remove any
combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable
liquids.
4. The Shield water heater must be installed so that gas
control system components are protected from dripping
or spraying water or rain during operation or service.
WARNING This appliance is certified as an indoor
appliance. Do not install the appliance
outdoors or locate where the appliance will
be exposed to freezing temperatures or to
temperatures that exceed 100°F.
Failure to install the appliance indoors
could result in severe personal injury,
death, or substantial property damage.
Provide clearances:
Clearances from combustible materials
1. Hot water pipes—at least 1" from combustible materials.
2. Vent pipe – at least 1" from combustible materials.
3. See FIG.’s 1-1 and 1-2 on page 9 for other clearance
minimums.
Clearances for service access
1. See FIG.’s 1-1 and 1-2 on page 9 for recommended
service clearances. If you do not provide the minimum
clearances shown, it may not be possible to service the
water heater without removing it from the space.
Closet and alcove installations
This appliance requires a special venting
system. The vent connection to the
appliance must be made with the CPVC
pipe section installed in the appliance. The
field provided vent fittings must be
cemented to the CPVC pipe section. Use
only the vent materials, primer and cement
specified in this manual to make the vent
connections. Failure to follow this
warning could result in fire, personal
injury, or death.
For closet and alcove installations as
shown in FIG.’s 1-1 and 1-2, CPVC vent
material must be used inside the structure.
The ventilating air openings shown in
FIG.’s 1-1 and 1-2 are required for this
arrangement. Failure to follow this
warning could result in fire, personal
injury, or death.
WARNING
WARNING
NOTICE WARNING
1 Determine water heater location
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A closet is any room the water heater is installed in which is
less than 455 cubic feet for SNR150-100 and SNR200-100
models and 671 cubic feet for the SNA285-125 through
SNA500-125 models.
An alcove is any room which meets the criteria for a closet
with the exception that it does not have a door.
Example: Room dimensions = 6 feet long, 6 feet wide, and
9 foot ceiling = 6 x 6 x 9 = 324 cubic feet. This would be
considered a closet for a Shield Water Heater.

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FRONT
1" MINIMUM CLEARANCE
AROUND HOT WATER
PIPES AND VENT PIPE
Figure 1-2 Alcove Installation - Minimum Required Clearances
1" MINIMUM CLEARANCE
AROUND HOT WATER
PIPES AND VENT PIPE
CLOSED DOOR
VENTILATING
AIR OPENING
VENTILATING
AIR OPENING
*AREAOF EACH OPENING:
1 SQ. INCH PER 1000 BTU PER HOUR INPUT
WITH A MINIMUM OF 100 SQ. INCHES
6"
6"
Figure 1-1 Closet Installation - Minimum Required Clearances
WARNING For closet installations, CPVC
material MUST BE used in a closet
structure due to elevated
temperatures. Failure to follow this
warning could result in fire,
personal injury, or death.
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1 Determine water heater location (continued)
RECOMMENDED SERVICE
CLEARANCES:
Top - 18" (457 mm)
Right Side - 24" (610 mm)
Front - 24" (610 mm)
RECOMMENDED SERVICE
CLEARANCES:
Top - 18" (457 mm)
Right Side - 24" (610 mm)
Front - 24" (610 mm)
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WARNING For alcove installations, CPVC
material MUST BE used in an
alcove structure due to elevated
temperatures. Failure to follow this
warning could result in fire,
personal injury, or death.

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Do not install the water heater on carpeting
even if foundation is used. Fire can result,
causing severe personal injury, death, or
substantial property damage.
When local codes require compliance with NSF 5, the heater
must be sealed to the floor with a food grade silicone to prevent
debris and harborage of vermin under the heater.
If flooding is possible, elevate the water heater sufficiently to
prevent water from reaching the water heater.
Flooring and foundation
Flooring
The Shield water heater is approved for installation on
combustible flooring, but must never be installed on carpeting.
Prevent combustion air contamination
Install air inlet piping for the Shield water heater as described in
this manual. Do not terminate vent/air in locations that can
allow contamination of combustion air. Refer to Table 1A, for
products and areas which may cause contaminated combustion
air.
Ensure that the combustion air will not
contain any of the contaminants in Table 1A.
Contaminated combustion air will damage
the water heater, resulting in possible severe
personal injury, death or substantial
property damage. Do not pipe combustion
air near a swimming pool, for example. Also,
avoid areas subject to exhaust fumes from
laundry facilities. These areas will always
contain contaminants.
WARNING
WARNING
1 Determine water heater location
Products to avoid:
Spray cans containing chloro/fluorocarbons
Permanent wave solutions
Chlorinated waxes/cleaners
Chlorine-based swimming pool chemicals
Calcium chloride used for thawing
Sodium chloride used for water softening
Refrigerant leaks
Paint or varnish removers
Hydrochloric acid/muriatic acid
Cements and glues
Antistatic fabric softeners used in clothes dryers
Chlorine-type bleaches, detergents, and cleaning solvents
found in household laundry rooms
Adhesives used to fasten building products and other similar
products
Areas likely to have contaminants
Dry cleaning/laundry areas and establishments
Swimming pools
Metal fabrication plants
Beauty shops
Refrigeration repair shops
Photo processing plants
Auto body shops
Plastic manufacturing plants
Furniture refinishing areas and establishments
New building construction
Remodeling areas
Garages with workshops
Table 1A Corrosive Contaminants and Sources
Remove water heater from wood pallet
1. Remove the sides and the top of the crate.
2. Remove the blocks on the base of the crate to allow for easier
removal.
3. The water heater can then be slid off the base of the crate for
installation.
Do not drop the water heater or bump the
jacket on the floor or pallet. Damage to the
water heater can result.
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When removing a water heater from
existing common vent system:
Do not install the Shield water heater into
a common vent with any other appliance.
This will cause flue gas spillage or
appliance malfunction, resulting in
possible severe personal injury, death, or
substantial property damage.
Failure to follow all instructions can result
in flue gas spillage and carbon monoxide
emissions, causing severe personal injury
or death.
At the time of removal of an existing water heater, the
following steps shall be followed with each appliance
remaining connected to the common venting system placed
in operation, while the other appliances remaining connected
to the common venting system are not in operation.
a. Seal any unused openings in the common venting system.
b. Visually inspect the venting system for proper size and
horizontal pitch and determine there is no blockage or
restriction, leakage, corrosion, or other deficiencies,
which could cause an unsafe condition.
c. Test vent system – Insofar as is practical, close all building
doors and windows and all doors between the space in
which the appliances remaining connected to the
common venting system are located and other spaces of
the building. Turn on clothes dryers and any appliance
not connected to the common venting system. Turn on
any exhaust fans, such as range hoods and bathroom
exhausts, so they will operate at maximum speed. Do not
operate a summer exhaust fan. Close fireplace dampers.
d. Place in operation the appliance being inspected. Follow
the lighting instructions. Adjust thermostat so appliance
will operate continuously.
e. Test for spillage at the draft hood relief opening after
5 minutes of main burner operation. Use the flame of a
match or candle, or smoke from a cigarette, cigar, or pipe.
f. After it has been determined that each appliance
remaining connected to the common venting system
properly vents when tested as outlined herein, return
doors, windows, exhaust fans, fireplace dampers, and any
other gas-burning appliance to their previous conditions
of use.
g. Any improper operation of the common venting system
should be corrected so the installation conforms with the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 and/or
CAN/CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation
Code. When resizing any portion of the common venting
system, the common venting system should be resized to
approach the minimum size as determined using the
appropriate tables in Part 11 of the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA and/or CAN/CSA B149.1,
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.
DANGER
WARNING
1 Determine water heater location (continued)
Combustion and ventilation air
requirements for appliances drawing air
from the equipment room
Provisions for combustion and ventilation air must be in
accordance with Air for Combustion and Ventilation, of the
latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, in
Canada, the latest edition of CGA Standard B149 Installation
Code for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment, or applicable
provisions of the local building codes.
The equipment room MUST be provided with properly sized
openings to assure adequate combustion air and proper
ventilation.
Maintain minimum specified clearances for adequate
operation. All installations must allow sufficient space for
servicing the vent connections, water pipe connections, piping
and other auxiliary equipment, as well as the appliance. The
clearance labels on each appliance note the same service and
combustible clearance requirements as shown above.
Multiple appliances may be installed in a modular water heater
installation. Multiple appliances may be installed side by side
with no clearance between adjacent appliances because this
appliance is approved for zero clearance from combustible
surfaces.
Consult the Vent ing section of this manual for specific
installation instructions for the appropriate type of venting
system that you will be using.
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Figure 1-3_Combustion Air Direct from Outside
1. If air is taken directly from outside the building
with no duct, provide two permanent openings to
the equipment room (see FIG. 1-3):
(a) Combustion air opening, with a minimum free
area of one square inch per 4000 Btu/hr input
(5.5 cm2per kW). This opening must be
located within 12" (30 cm) of the bottom of the
enclosure.
(b) Ventilation air opening, with a minimum free
area of one square inch per 4000 Btu/hr input
(5.5 cm2 per kW). This opening must be
located within 12" (30 cm) of the top of the
enclosure.
Figure 1-4_Combustion Air Through Ducts
2. If combustion and ventilation air is taken from the
outdoors using a duct to deliver the air to the
equipment room, each of the two openings should be
sized based on a minimum free area of one square inch
per 2000 Btu/hr (11 cm2per kW) of input (see FIG. 1-4).
Figure 1-6_Combustion Air from Outside - Single
Opening
3. If air is taken from another interior space, each of the
two openings specified above should have a net free
area of one square inch for each 1000 Btu/hr (22 cm2
per kW) of input, but not less than 100 square inches
(645 cm2) (see FIG. 1-5).
4. If a single combustion air opening is provided to bring
combustion air in directly from the outdoors, the opening
must be sized based on a minimum free area of one square
inch per 3000 Btu/hr (7 cm2per kW). This opening must
be located within 12" (30 cm) of the top of the enclosure
(see FIG. 1-6).
IF NECESSARY FOR
TIGHT CONSTRUCTION
Figure 1-5_Combustion Air from Interior Space
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TABLE - 1B
MINIMUM RECOMMENDED COMBUSTION
AIR SUPPLY TO EQUIPMENT ROOM
Model
Number
FIG. 1-3 FIG. 1-4 FIG. 1-5 FIG. 1-6
*Outside Air from
2 Openings Directly from
Outdoors
*Outside Air from
2 Ducts Delivered from
Outdoors
**Inside Air from
2 Ducts Delivered from Interior
Space
*Outside Air from
1 Opening Directly
from Outdoors, in2
Top
Opening, in2
Bottom
Opening, in2
Top
Opening, in2
Bottom
Opening, in2
Top
Opening, in2
Bottom
Opening, in2
SNR150-100 38
(246 cm2)
38
(246 cm2)
75
(484 cm2)
75
(484 cm2)
150
(968 cm2)
150
(968 cm2)
50
(323 cm2)
SNR200-100 50
(323 cm2)
50
(323 cm2)
100
(646 cm2)
100
(646 cm2)
200
(1,291 cm2)
200
(1,291 cm2)
67
(433 cm2)
SNA285-125 72
(465 cm2)
72
(465 cm2)
143
(923 cm2)
143
(923 cm2)
285
(1,839 cm2)
285
(1,839 cm2)
95
(613 cm2)
SNA400-125 100
(646 cm2)
100
(646 cm2)
200
(1,291 cm2)
200
(1,291 cm2)
400
(2,581 cm2)
400
(2,581 cm2)
134
(865 cm2)
SNA500-125 125
(807 cm2)
125
(807 cm2)
250
(1,613 cm2)
250
(1,613 cm2)
500
(3,226 cm2)
500
(3,226 cm2)
167
(1,078 cm2)
*Outside air openings shall directly communicate with the outdoors. When combustion air is drawn from the outside through a
duct, the net free area of each of the two openings must have twice (2 times) the free area required for Outside Air/2 Openings. The
above requirements are for the water heater only; additional gas fired appliances in the equipment room will require an increase in
the net free area to supply adequate combustion air for all appliances.
**Combined interior space must be 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu/hr input. Buildings MUST NOT be of *“Tight Construction”. For
buildings of *“Tight Construction”, provide air openings into the building from outside.
*No combustion air openings are needed when the water heater is installed in a space with a volume NO LESS than 50 cubic feet
per 1,000 Btu/hr of all installed gas fired appliances. Buildings MUST NOT be of *“Tight Construction”.
*”Tight Construction” is defined as a building with less than 0.40 ACH (air changes per hour).
The result is improper combustion and a non-warrantable,
premature appliance failure.
EXHAUST FANS: Any fan or equipment which exhausts air
from the equipment room may deplete the combustion air
supply and/or cause a downdraft in the venting system. Spillage
of flue products from the venting system into an occupied living
space can cause a very hazardous condition that must be
immediately corrected. If a fan is used to supply combustion air
to the equipment room, the installer must make sure that it does
not cause drafts which could lead to nuisance operational
problems with the appliance.
Combustion air requirements are based on the latest edition of
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1; in Canada refer to
the latest edition of CGA Standard CAN B149.1. Check all local
code requirements for combustion air.
All dimensions based on net free area in square inches. Metal
louvers or screens reduce the free area of a combustion air
opening a minimum of approximately 25%. Check with louver
manufacturers for exact net free area of louvers. Where two
openings are provided, one must be within 12" (30cm) of the
ceiling and one must be within 12" (30cm) of the floor of the
equipment room. Each opening must have net free area as
specified in the chart above (Table 1B). Single openings shall
commence within 12" (30cm) of the ceiling.
CAUTION Under no circumstances should the
equipment room ever be under negative
pressure. Particular care should be taken
where exhaust fans, attic fans, clothes dryers,
compressors, air handling units, etc., may
take away air from the unit.
The combustion air supply must be completely free of any
flammable vapors that may ignite or chemical fumes which may
be corrosive to the appliance. Common corrosive chemical
fumes which must be avoided are fluorocarbons and other
halogenated compounds, most commonly present as
refrigerants or solvents, such as Freon, trichlorethylene,
perchlorethylene, chlorine, etc. These chemicals, when burned,
form acids which quickly attack the stainless steel heat
exchanger, headers, flue collectors, and the vent system.
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Figure 2-1 Vertical Direct Venting (Two-Pipe Vertical
Termination) - See page 25 for more details
Figure 2-2 Sidewall Direct Venting (Two-Pipe Sidewall
Termination) - See page 18 for more details
Figure 2-3 Concentric Vertical Termination - See
page 27 for more details
Figure 2-4 Concentric Sidewall Termination - See page
22 for more details
Direct venting options
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Vent piping materials
Use only the materials listed in Table 2A
below for vent pipe, and fittings. Failure to
comply could result in severe personal
injury, death, or substantial property
damage.
Installation must comply with local
requirements and with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1 for U.S. installations or
CSA B149.1 for Canadian installations.
Table 2A Vent Pipe and Fittings
Venting and combustion air
DANGER The Shield water heater must be vented and
supplied with combustion and ventilation
air as described in this section. Ensure the
vent and air piping and the combustion air
supply comply with these instructions
regarding vent system, air system, and
combustion air quality. See also Section 1 of
this manual.
Inspect finished vent and air piping
thoroughly to ensure all are airtight and
comply with the instructions provided and
with all requirements of applicable codes.
Failure to provide a properly installed vent
and air system will cause severe personal
injury or death.
All vent pipes must be glued, properly
supported, and the exhaust must be pitched
a minimum of a 1/4 inch per foot back to the
water heater (to allow drainage of
condensate).
WARNING
NOTICE
WARNING
WARNING For closet and alcove installations, CPVC
material MUST BE used in a closet/alcove
structure. Failure to follow this warning
could result in fire, personal injury, or death.
NOTICE
Requirements for installation in Canada
1. Installations must be made with a vent pipe system
certified to ULC-S636.
IPEX is an approved vent manufacturer in Canada
supplying vent material listed to ULC-S636.
2. The first three (3) feet of plastic vent pipe from the
appliance flue outlet must be readily accessible for visual
inspection.
3. The components of the certified vent system must not be
interchanged with other vent systems or unlisted
pipe/fittings. For concentric vent installations, the inner
vent tube must be replaced with field supplied certified
vent material to comply with this requirement.
4. The 3" Concentric Vent Kit available from Lochinvar (see
Section 3 – Sidewall Termination – Optional Concentric
Vent) and the 3" Concentric Vent Kit available from IPEX
are both approved for use on the Shield Water Heater. Both
kits are listed to the ULC-S636 standard for use in Canada.
All vent pipe materials and fittings must comply with the following:
Item Material Standards for installation in:
United States Canada
Vent pipe and fittings
PVC schedule 40 ANSI/ASTM D1785 CPVC and PVC venting must be
ULC-S636 Certified. IPEX is an
approved manufacturer in Canada
supplying vent material listed to
ULC-S636.
PVC-DWV ANSI/ASTM D2665
CPVC schedule 40 ANSI/ASTM F441
Pipe cement/primer
PVC ANSI/ASTM D2564 IPEX System 636
Cements & Primers
CPVC ANSI/ASTM F493
NOTICE: DO NOT USE CELLULAR (FOAM) CORE PIPE
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system. The vent connection to the
appliance must be made with the CPVC pipe
section installed in the appliance. The field
provided vent fittings must be cemented to
the CPVC pipe section. Use only the vent
materials, primer and cement specified in
this manual to make the vent connections.
Failure to follow this warning could result in
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Air intake/vent connections
1. Combustion Air Intake Connector (FIG.’s 2-5 and 2-6)
- Used to provide combustion air directly to the unit
from outdoors. A fitting is provided on the unit for final
connection. Combustion air piping must be supported
per guidelines listed in the National Mechanical Code,
Section 305, Table 305.4 or as local codes dictate.
2. Vent Connector (FIG.’s 2-5 and 2-6) - Used to provide
a passageway for conveying combustion gases to the
outside. A transition fitting is provided on the unit for
final connection. Vent piping must be supported per the
National Building Code, Section 305, Table 305.4 or as
local codes dictate.
VENT
AIR
3" CPVC PIPE INSTALLED IN THE
WATER HEATER MUST BE USED
FOR VENT CONNECTION
NOTE: CPVC VENT PIPE AND VENT FITTINGS MUST BE USED
IN CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS.
Figure 2-5 Near Water Heater Venting Models
SNR150-100 - SNR200-100
VENT
AIR
4" CPVC PIPE INSTALLED IN THE
WATER HEATER MUST BE USED
FOR VENT CONNECTION
NOTE: CPVC VENT PIPE AND VENT FITTINGS MUST BE USED
IN CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS.
Figure 2-6 Near Water Heater Venting Models
SNA285-125 - SNA500-125
The Shield water heater uses model specific combustion air
intake and vent piping sizes as detailed in Table 2B below.
Model Air Intake Vent
SNR150-100 -- SNR200-100 3 inches 3 inches
SNA285-125 -- SNA500-125 4 inches 4 inches
Table 2B Air Intake/Vent Piping Sizes
Increasing or decreasing combustion air or
vent piping is not authorized.
NOTICE
2 General venting
Air inlet pipe materials:
The air inlet pipe(s) must be sealed. Choose acceptable
combustion air inlet pipe materials from the following list:
PVC, CPVC or ABS
Dryer Vent or Sealed Flexible Duct (not recommended
for rooftop air inlet)
Galvanized steel vent pipe with joints and seams sealed as
specified in this section.
Type “B” double-wall vent with joints and seams sealed as
specified in this section.
*Plastic pipe may require an adapter (not provided) to
transition between the air inlet connection on the appliance and
the plastic air inlet pipe.
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Models SNA400-125 and SNA500-125 will de-rate 1.75% per
25 feet of vent when installed as direct vent or 0.75% per 25 feet
of vent when drawing combustion air from the room.
Models SNR150-100 through SNA285-125 will de-rate up to 1%
per 25 feet of vent pipe when installed as direct vent, but will not
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2 General venting (continued)
Vent, air piping and termination:
The Shield water heater vent and air piping can be installed
through the roof or through a sidewall. Follow the procedures
in this manual for the method chosen. Refer to the information
in this manual to determine acceptable vent and air piping
length.
Air contamination
Pool and laundry products and common household and hobby
products often contain fluorine or chlorine compounds. When
these chemicals pass through the water heater, they can form
strong acids. The acid can eat through the water heater wall,
causing serious damage and presenting a possible threat of flue
gas spillage or appliance water leakage into the building.
Please read the information given in Table 1A, page 10, listing
contaminants and areas likely to contain them. If contaminating
chemicals will be present near the location of the water heater
combustion air inlet, have your installer pipe the water heater
combustion air and vent to another location, per this manual.
If the water heater combustion air inlet is
located in a laundry room or pool facility, for
example, these areas will always contain
hazardous contaminants.
To prevent the potential of severe personal
injury or death, check for areas and products
listed in Table 1A, page 10 before installing
the water heater or air inlet piping.
If contaminants are found, you MUST:
• Remove contaminants permanently.
—OR—
• Relocate air inlet and vent terminations
to other areas.
Removing from existing vent
Follow the instructions in Section 1, page 11 of this manual
when removing a water heater from an existing vent system.
Vent and air piping
Vent and air system:
Installation must comply with local
requirements and with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1 for U.S. installations or
CSA B149.1 for Canadian installations.
You may use any of the vent/air piping methods covered in this
manual. Do not attempt to install the Shield water heater using
any other means.
DO NOT mix components from different
systems. The vent system could fail, causing
leakage of flue products into the living space.
Use only PVC or CPVC and fittings, with
primer and cement specifically designed for
the material used.
NOTICE
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Model Kit
Number
Equivalent
Vent Length
SNR150-100 -- SNR200-100 CVK3003 3 feet
SNA285-125 CVK3007 3 feet
SNA400-125 CVK3007 5 feet
SNA500-125 CVK3007 30 feet
Table 2C Equivalent Vent Lengths
Minimum / Maximum allowable
combustion air and vent piping lengths are
as follows:
Ve n t = 12 equivalent feet minimum / 100 equivalent feet
maximum
Combustion Air (when used) = 12 equivalent feet minimum /
100 equivalent feet maximum
When determining equivalent combustion air and vent length,
add 5 feet for each 90° elbow and 3 feet for each 45° elbow.
EXAMPLE: 20 feet of PVC pipe + (4) 90° elbows + (2) 45°
elbows + (1) concentric vent kit (CVK3003) = 49 equivalent feet
of piping.
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3 Sidewall direct venting
Vent/air termination – sidewall
Follow instructions below when
determining vent location to avoid
possibility of severe personal injury,
death, or substantial property damage.
A gas vent extending through an exterior
wall shall not terminate adjacent to a wall
or below building extensions such as
eaves, parapets, balconies, or decks.
Failure to comply could result in severe
personal injury, death, or substantial
property damage.
Installation must comply with local
requirements and with the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 for U.S.
installations or CSA B149.1 for Canadian
installations.
WARNING
WARNING
NOTICE
WARNING Do not connect any other appliance to the
vent pipe or multiple water heaters to a
common vent pipe. Failure to comply
could result in severe personal injury,
death, or substantial property damage.
Determine location
Locate the vent/air terminations using the following
guidelines:
1. The total length of piping for vent or air must not exceed
the limits given in the General Venting Section on page 17
of this manual.
2. You must consider the surroundings when terminating
the vent and air:
a. Position the vent termination where vapors will
not damage nearby shrubs, plants or air
conditioning equipment or be objectionable.
b. The flue products will form a noticeable plume as
they condense in cold air. Avoid areas where the
plume could obstruct window views.
c. Prevailing winds could cause freezing of
condensate and water/ice buildup where flue
products impinge on building surfaces or plants.
d. Avoid possibility of accidental contact of flue
products with people or pets.
e. Do not locate the terminations where wind eddies
could affect performance or cause recirculation,
such as inside building corners, near adjacent
buildings or surfaces, window wells, stairwells,
alcoves, courtyards, or other recessed areas.
WARNING Sidewall vent and air inlet terminations
must terminate in the same pressure
zone.
f. Do not terminate above any door or window.
Condensate can freeze, causing ice formations.
g. Locate or guard vent to prevent condensate damage
to exterior finishes.
Figure 3-1A Sidewall Termination of Air and Vent
Model Kit Number Vent Size
SNR150-100 -- SNR200-100 KIT30045 3 inch vent
SNA285-125 -- SNA500-125 KIT30046 4 inch vent
Table 3A Sidewall Vent Kits
Do not exceed the maximum lengths of the
outside vent piping shown in FIG. 3-1B.
Excessive length exposed to the outside could
cause freezing of condensate in the vent pipe,
resulting in potential water heater shutdown.
Figure 3-1B Alternate Sidewall Termination of Air and
Vent w/Field Supplied Fittings
WARNING
If using the alternate sidewall termination:
3. The air piping must terminate in a down-turned elbow as
shown in FIG. 3-1B. This arrangement avoids recirculation
of flue products into the combustion air stream.
4. The vent piping must terminate in an elbow pointed
outward or away from the air inlet, as shown in FIG. 3-1B.
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TO BOILER
INTAKE AIR
CONNECTION
FROM BOILER
VENT PIPE
CONNECTION
VENT / AIR
TERMINATION
GRADE OR
SNOW LINE
12"
MIN
12"
MIN
TO
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Vent/air termination – sidewall
3 Sidewall direct venting (continued)
VENT / AIR
TERMINATION
12"
MIN.
12"
MIN.
12"
MIN.
Figure 3-2 Clearance to Gravity Air Inlets
FORCED AIR
INLET
VENT / AIR
TERMINATION
7' MIN. ABOVE ANY
PUBLIC WALKWAY
IF LESS
THAN 10’
36"
MIN.
Figure 3-3A Clearance to Forced Air Inlets
5. Maintain clearances as shown in FIG.’s 3-1A thru 3-3B,
pages 18 and 19. Also maintain the following:
a. Vent must terminate:
• At least 6 feet from adjacent walls.
• No closer than 12 inches below roof overhang.
• At least 7 feet above any public walkway.
• At least 3 feet above any forced air intake within
10 feet.
• No closer than 12 inches below or horizontally from
any door or window or any other gravity air inlet.
b. Air inlet must terminate at least 12 inches above
grade or snow line; at least 12 inches below the vent
termination; and the vent pipe must not extend
more than 24 inches vertically outside the building.
c. Do not terminate closer than 4 feet horizontally
from any electric meter, gas meter, regulator, relief
valve, or other equipment. Never terminate above or
below any of these within 4 feet horizontally.
6. Locate terminations so they are not likely to be damaged by
foreign objects, such as stones or balls, or subject to buildup
of leaves or sediment.
ALTERNATE VENTING ARRANGEMENT
(IF SPACE PERMITS)
BIRD
SCREEN
12”
MIN
12” MIN
15” MAX
COUPLING
TO BOILER
INTAKE AIR
CONNECTION
FROM BOILER
VENT PIPE
CONNECTION
BIRD SCREEN
Figure 3-1C Alternate Venting Arrangement (if Space
Allows) w/Field Supplied Fittings Figure 3-2B Alternate Clearance to Gravity Air Inlets
w/Field Supplied Fittings
Figure 3-3B Alternate Clearance to Forced Air Inlets
w/Field Supplied Fittings
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VENT PIPING
GALVANIZED
THIMBLE
VENT CAP
AIR PIPING
WALL PLATE
VENT PLATE
Figure 3-4A Sidewall Termination Assembly
Prepare wall penetrations
1. Use the factory supplied wall plate as a template to locate
the vent and air intake holes and mounting holes.
Air pipe penetration:
a. Cut a hole for the air pipe. Size the air pipe hole as
close as desired to the air pipe outside diameter.
Vent pipe penetration:
a. Cut a hole for the vent pipe. For either
combustible or noncombustible construction, size
the vent pipe hole with at least a 1/2 inch clearance
around the vent pipe outer diameter:
• 4½ inch hole for 3 inch vent pipe
• 5½ inch hole for 4 inch vent pipe
Drill 3/16" diameter holes for inserting the plastic
anchors into the wall.
2. Install the vent and air intake piping through the wall
into the vent plate openings. Seal all gaps between the
pipes and wall. Use RTV silicone sealant to seal the air
pipe. Use the glue (cement/primer) listed in Table 2A on
page 15 to seal the vent pipe.
3. Mount and secure the vent plate to the wall using
stainless steel screws. Seal around the plate to the wall
assuring no air gaps.
4. Assemble the vent cap to the vent plate (see FIG. 3-4A).
Insert the stainless steel screws into the vent cap screw
hole openings and securely attach the vent cap to the vent
plate.
5. Seal all wall cavities.
Figure 3-4B Alternate Sidewall Termination Assembly
w/Field Supplied Fittings
Prepare wall penetrations (Alternate -
Field Supplied Option)
1. Air pipe penetration:
a. Cut a hole for the air pipe. Size the air pipe hole as
close as desired to the air pipe outside diameter.
2. Vent pipe penetration:
a. Cut a hole for the vent pipe. For either
combustible or noncombustible construction, size
the vent pipe hole with at least a 1/2 inch clearance
around the vent pipe outer diameter:
• 4½ inch hole for 3 inch vent pipe
• 5½ inch hole for 4 inch vent pipe
b. Insert a galvanized metal thimble in the vent pipe
hole as shown in FIG. 3-4B.
3. Use a sidewall termination plate as a template for correct
location of hole centers.
4. Follow all local codes for isolation of vent pipe when passing
through floors or walls.
5. Seal exterior openings thoroughly with exterior caulk.
Termination and fittings
1. The air termination coupling must be oriented at least
12 inches above grade or snow line as shown in FIG. 3-1A,
page 18.
2. Maintain the required dimensions of the finished
termination piping as shown in FIG. 3-1A, page 18.
3. If using the alternate sidewall termination do not extend
exposed vent pipe outside of the building more than what is
shown in this document. Condensate could freeze and
block vent pipe.
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