
12 TRDV SERIES
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FIELD CONTROLS
INSTALLATIONOFTHE VENTTERMINATION CONNECTINGTHE COMBUSTIONAIR INTAKEPIPE FRO'
COMBUSTION AIR TEE THE FDVSTOTHE APPLIANCE
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1. Assemble the combustion air tee assembly body to the vent 1. Use 4" galvanized steel pipe or stainlesssteel pipe from the
termination outer pipe, and rotate to the desired position. FDVSterminal combustion air teecollar to the applianceoil
Attach the tee assembly body to the vent terminationouter burner combustionair inlet (orAir boot, if applicable.) Usea
pipe with at least 3 sheet metalscrews evenly spacedapart reducer or increaser, if necessaryat the burner combustionair
(not included). inlet to connect the combustion air intake pipe.
2. The VRV should be installed close to the air inlet of the
burner,see fig. 14 on page 8.
GENERAL INSTALLATIONINSPECTION
Recommendedproceduresfor safety inspectionof an appliance
shouldbein accordancewith the latest version of the National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z 223.1, UL 726, andthe NationalFire
ProtectionAssociation NFPA 31 inthe USA, CSA 8140 and CSA
B139 InstallationCode in Canada.The following procedurewill
help evaluatethe venting system. It is intendedas a guide to aid
2. After completing
assembly of the
vent pipeto the
termination
inner pipe (Fig. 19).
apply the supplied
high temperature
sealant to the cover
panaroundthe
inner pipe, around
thejoint between Figure
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in determining that the venting system is properly installed and is
the collar and the Tee assembly, and seal or in a safe conditionfor continuous use.This procedureshould be
tape thejoint from the FDVSTerminationto theTee assembly. recognizedas a generalizedprocedurewhich cannot anticipate
all situations.Accordingly, insome cases, deviation from this pro-
NOTE: 'The tee may be rotated into any positionso that the collar cedure may be necessaryto determine safe operation of the
is in a convenient orientation. equipment. If it is determinedthat a conditionexists which could
result inunsafe operation, the appliance should be shut off and
CLEARANCETO COMBUSTIBLES: FDVSTermination:O", the owner advisedof the unsafe condition.Correctionsmustbe
FOVP Flexible OilVent Pipe:
1".
These clearances are to main- made beforethe applianceis put intocontinuous operation.The
tained unless superceded byNationaland/or local codes following steps should be followed in makinga safety inspection.
(see Step 3). 1. Visually inspect the venting system for proper size and dete.
CONNECTINGTHEVENT PIPE FROMTHE FDVS mine that there is no flue gas spillage, blockage, restrictio
TOTHE APPLIANCE
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leakage,corrosion, or other deficiency which couldcause an
1. The venting system should be installedand supported in unsafe operation.
accordance with the latestversion in the USA of the National 2. Place in operationthe appliance being inspected.Followthe
Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223.1, DL-726, National Fire lighting instructions and adjust thermostat so appliancewill
ProtectionAssociation NFPA31, and inCanada CSA 8140, operatecontinuously.
CSA B139 InstallationCode or in accordancewith any other 3. Determine that the burneris operating properly and that the
local codes or the authority havingjurisdiction. Where burner ignitionoperates satisfactorily by interruptingand
requirementsfor venting differ the most stringent standard reestablishingthe electricalpower of the appliance in any
requirementsshall apply.
A
vent pipe connector,designed for convenient manner.Test the burner safety device to determine
positive pressureventing, shall be supportedfor the design if it is operating properlyby disconnectingthe flame
and weight of the materialemployed, to maintainclearances, safety circuit.
prevent physical damageand separation of joints. All joints 4. Test for spillage at the burner inlet air location around the VRV
MUST be sealed, for positivevent pressure,to prevent flue after
5
minutesof operation. Use a draft gauge, flame of a
gas leakage into the structure. match or candle, or smoke from a cigarette,cigar or pipe.
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2. Route the vent pipe from the applianceto the vent termination Shut off appliance thermostat and check for spillagearound
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using the minimum number of bends as possible.The last the VRV.
If
a flow reversalis noticed, house depressurization
horizontal section of the vent pipe should have a slight down- is occurring and make up air is required.
ward slope from the appliance to the vent termination. For
clearances to combustiblematerialsand other installation MAINTENANCE
requirements, refer to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Inspect all vent connections annually for looseness, evidence of
2223.1, UL-726, NFPA31, CSA B140, CSA B139 and/or any corrosion,or flue gas leakage.Replace, seal, or tighten pipe
applicable local codes. connections if necessary.As part of the yearly maintenance
3. The maximumlengthof vent pipe run for the EC-1ODV boiler schedule, remove the IntakeAccess Panel on the exterior of the
series is 15 feet. The minimum diameter of the approvedvent FDVS vent termination (SeeFigure 17) and remove any debris or
pipe is
4"
for the EC-IODVboiler series. Use a reducer or foreign material.Be sure to properly replacethe panel.
increaser, if necessary,at the vent terminationto connect the
vent pipe.
4. Support the FlexibleOilVent Pipe (FOVP)at regularintervals
of maximum 36" spacingwith appropriatestrappingor hang-
ers, per Nationaland local code requirements.Do not install
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screws into or otherwisepenetrateany part of the vent pipe
under any circumstances.
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