TriangleTube Prestige Solo 399 User manual

WARNING
2008-37 Prest ge Conc_AIrVentSup.
This document is intended to be used by a qualified heating contractor or service
technician. ead all instructions within this document and within the P ESTIGE
Boiler Installation and Maintenance Manual, before proceeding with the installa-
tion. It is recommended to follow the procedures in the steps given, skipping or
missing procedural steps could result in severe personal injury, death or sub-
stantial property damage.
Installation of this boiler must comply with local requirements and codes and
with the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54, ANSI Z223.1 for installations within the
U.S. For installations in Canada the installation must comply with CSA B149.1 or
B149.2
NOTICE
prestige
Solo 399
Concentric Vent/Air System Supplement
Date: 3/16/09

Table of Contents
i
PRODUC AND SAFE Y INFORMA ION
Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
SEC ION I - PRE-INS ALLA ION I EMS
General Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Vent/Air System Kit Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Assembled Vent/Air System Kit Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Optional Vent/Air System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
SEC ION II - VEN /AIR SYS EM INS ALLA ION
Vent/Air System Clearance Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Determine Termination Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Boiler Vent/Air System Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Vent/Air System Joint Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Termination Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Cutting Termination Fitting to Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Adjustable Length Vent/Air System Pipe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Fire Stop Support Plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
ultiple Vent/Air System Terminations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
SEC ION III - MAIN ENANCE PROCEDURES
Inspect Vent/Air System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Product & Safety Information
1
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if ignored, can result in death, seri-
ous injury or su stantial property damage.
Indicates special instructions on installa-
tion, operation or maintenance, which are
important to equipment ut not related to
personal injury hazards.
WARNING NOTICE
The following terms are used throughout this manual to bring attention to the presence of potential
hazards or to important information concerning the product.
Triangle Tu e reserves the right to modify the technical specifications and components of its prod-
ucts without prior notice.
NOTICE
This supplement is intended for the installation of a Concentric Vent/Air System with a Prestige
SOLO 399 Boiler. The Concentric Vent/Air System is not intended for installation with any other
Prestige Boiler.
NOTICE
Definitions
This Vent/Air System is listed to ULCS636 as Type BH Class IIC Vent System with a 110ºC (230ºF)
maximum flue temperature rating under Intertek/ETL Report num er: 3122286
NOTICE

Pre-Installat on Items
2
SEC ION I - Pre-Installation Items
General Requirements
Installation of the vent/air system must comply with
local codes and requirements and with the National
Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54, ANSI Z223.1 for installa-
tions in the U.S. For Installations in Canada, the
installation must comply with CSA B149.1 or
B149.2.
The vent/air system must be fully constructed using
ONLY the Prestige Concentric Vent/Air System
components from Triangle Tube. Do not mix other
vent components or joining methods from other
manufacturers.
Do not mix vent components or joining meth-
ods from any other vent manufacturer with
riangle ube’s Prestige Concentric Vent/Air
System. Failure to comply with this require-
ment could cause vent failure resulting in
leakage of flue products into the living space
of the building.
WARNING
Do not connect more than a single boiler into the
vent/air system.
All penetrations of the vent/air system through ceil-
ings, floors or walls must be properly fire stopped.
Check with local codes and requirements regarding
fire stops and vent penetrations.
The vent/air system must not penetrate or be routed
through any active vent system or chimney.
Vent/Air System Kit Components
Prior to installation of the vent/air system check to
ensure all parts required for the completion of the
system are present. See Figure 1 for complete
breakdown of concentric vent/air system kit parts
and Fig. 3, page 3 for optional components.
Termination Assembly
Elbow
Locking Band
Vent/Air Adapter Support Plate
Fig. 1: Concentric Vent/Air System Kit Components - PSVKIT03
Note: Mo nting Hardware Not Shown

Pre-Installat on Items
3
35”
Face of Wall 9 1/2”
10”
Fig. 2: Assembled Vent/Air System Kit Dimensions
Fig. 3: Optional Vent/Air System Components
Clamp Hanging
PSVCLP01
Clamp Seal
PSVCLP02
Adjustable Length
(12.4” to 17”)
PSVPIP01
Elbow - 90º
PSVELB01
Elbow - 45º
PSVELB02
Pipe - 40” Fixed
PSVPIP02
Fire Stop Support
PSVSUP01
Inner Pipe Gasket
Not Shown
PSVGSK01

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3. M int in the following cle r nces to the termi-
n tion:
a. At least 3 feet from adjacent walls
b. No closer than 3 feet below roof overhangs
c. At least 7 feet above any public walkways
d. At least 3 feet above any forced air intake
(does not include the combustion air inlet)
within 10 feet.
e. The termination must be at least 4 feet from
any electric meters, gas meters, gas meter-
regulators, relief valves or other equipment.
Never terminate above or below any of
these items within 4 feet horizontally.
f. ust maintain 12-inch clearances below
and horizontally from doors and windows.
g. Air intake must terminate at least 12 inches
above grade or anticipated snow line as
shown in Fig. 5, page 5.
h. Termination must not extend more than
9-1/2 inches beyond the exterior wall as
shown in Fig. 5, page 5.
Vent/A r System Installat on
SEC ION II - Vent/Air System
Installation
Vent/Air System Clearance Requirements
The vent/air system may maintain zero clearance to
combustible & non-combustible materials.
Determine ermination Location
1. The m ximum equiv lent length of the concen-
tric vent/ ir system should not exceed 100Ft
(excluding the termin tion). For e ch 90º elbow
in the system, the equiv lent length is reduced
by 10 feet. For e ch 45º elbow in the system, the
equiv lent length is reduced by 5 feet.
2. The inst ller must consider the following
when determining the loc tion of the vent/ ir
system termin tion:
a. Locate the termination where flue vapors
will not damage surrounding shrubs, plants
or air conditioning equipment or be objec-
tionable to the homeowner.
b. The flue products will form a noticeable
plume as they condense in colder air. Avoid
terminating in areas where the plume could
obstruct window views.
c. Prevailing winds could cause freezing of
flue condensation and a buildup of water/ice
on surrounding plants, building surfaces or
combustion air inlet.
d. Avoid locations of possible accidental con-
tact of flue vapors with persons or pets.
e. Avoid locations where prevailing winds
could affect the performance of the unit or
cause recirculation of the flue gases, such as
inside corners of buildings or near adjacent
buildings or vertical surfaces, window
wells, stairwells, alcoves, courtyards, or
other recessed areas.
f. Do not terminate above any doors or win-
dows; flue condensate could freeze causing
ice formations.
g. Locate or guard the termination to prevent
possible condensate damage to exterior
finishes.
Fig. 4: ermination Clearances of Direct
Vent Systems

5
Vent/Air System Joint Assembly
1. When installing the vent system, the female end
of the pipe or fitting should face up or away
from the boiler.
2. Prior to assembly of any piping or fittings
inspect and ensure the inner pipe gasket seal is
present, undamaged and properly seated in the
groove of the pipe.
3. Insert and rotate the male end of the inner pipe
into the female end of the previous pipe section.
It is recommend to moisten the gasket seal with
clean water prior to assembly.
o aid in the assembly of the pipes and fit-
tings use only clean water to moisten the gas-
ket and the mating end of the pipe. Use a
twisting motion as the pipe ends are pressed
together.
4. Push the sections together firmly until the outer
jacket bead of the new section has made contact
with the edge of the female end of the previous
section. When fully assembled, the outer
female end of the previous section will overlap
the male end by approximately 1”.
5. Use 2 self-drilling screws provided to secure the
outer sections together where they overlap.
Install screws 90º apart from one another. No
pre-drilling is required.
NOTICE
Vent/A r System Installat on
4. Horizontal or vertical runs of the vent/air sys-
tem must be supported at every joint. The
inst ller should use the H nging Cl mp, PSV-
CLP01 or perfor ted met l str p h ngers or
equiv lent to support the piping.
5. The vent/ ir system must termin te using the
horizont l termin tion supplied in the kit.
6. The vent/ ir system must be pitched b ck to the
boiler t minimum 5/8 inch per foot on ny hor-
izont l runs.
Boiler Vent /Air System Adapter
Install boiler vent/air system adapter over the boiler
vent and air outlets. Secure the vent/air system
adapter using the band clamps found on the vent
and air adapters of the boiler.
Ensure Vent/Air System Adapter is properly
oriented over the boiler adapters. he concen-
tric outlet of the adapter should be installed
toward the top left side of the boiler.
NOTICE
9 1/2”
Face of Wall
12”
Min.
Grade/Anticipated
Snow Line
Air Intake
Fig. 5: Installation equirements
Vent/Air Adapter
Boiler Vent
Outlet Adapter
Adapter Band Clamps
Boiler Air
Inlet Adapter
Fig. 6: Assembly of Vent/Air Adapter

Vent/A r System Installat on
6
Do not over tighten the self-drilling screws
into the sections. Use a low torq e screw
drive to prevent stripping o t the holes. If a
hole becomes stripped d e to over tightening,
a larger diameter screw (length of screw
m st not exceed 1/2”) or a short pop rivet
may be sed.
6. Seal the two components together by placing a
clamp over the connection and pressing down
on the clamp lever. The clamp should be cen-
tered over the connection and the edge of the
clamp should cover the beads on the end of each
component. If the clamp does not cover and
lock onto the component jacket beads, ensure
the components are fully pressed together and
interlocked
WARNING
It is very important that the clamp be prop-
erly installed. Fail re to properly connect
the vent components co ld lead to vent fail-
re and can res lt in death, serio s inj ry or
s bstantial property damage.
ermination Installation
1. Determine the termination location using the
guidelines listed on page 4 and 5 and drill or cut
a 6 inch hole.
2. Install the interior support plate on the inside
wall using the screws provide in the kit.
3. ount the termination fitting through the interi-
or support plate from the exterior side of the
wall. Ensure the air inlet holes of the termina-
tion fitting are facing down and that the fitting
is mounted level.
o determine the appropriate length of the
termination fitting, mount the exterior sup-
port plate temporarily prior to the installation
of the interior support plate. Insert the termi-
nation fitting from the interior side of the wall
through the exterior support plate. he termi-
nation fitting has a formed bead that limits the
distance of penetration through the exterior
support plate. he termination fitting should
be measured and cut to length prior to mount-
ing the support plates. For information on
measuring and cutting the termination fitting,
reference page 7.
4. ount the exterior support plate around the ter-
mination on the outside wall. Ensure the support
plate is flush to the formed end of the termina-
tion fitting and the fitting is mounted level.
he termination fitting must be installed
level without pitch to either the boiler or
away from boiler.
NOTICE
NOTICE
WARNING
Clamp
Female
End
Male End
Outer Jacket
Bead
Inner Pipe
Gasket
Lever
Fig. 7: Vent Joint Assembly
Note: Secure outer sections together where they
overlap with 2 self-drilling screws provided, 90º
apart using low torque setting of driver.

Vent/A r System Installat on
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5. The gaps between the outer pipe of the termina-
tion fitting and the support plates must be sealed
with a high quality silicone caulk. Also apply
the silicone caulk along the outer edge of the
support plates sealing the plates to the wall.
Cutting ermination Fitting to Length
1. Only the termin tion fitting c n be cut to length
if required.
2. Add 3/4” to the required length nd m rk the
end of the outer pipe.
Measure twice, cut once! Make sure to add
3/4” to the overall required length when cut-
ting both pipes.
3. Cut the pipes using n br sive cutoff s w or
h cks w (minimum 32 teeth per inch). M ke
sure th t the inner pipe rem ins centered in the
outer pipe while cutting. It m y be helpful to
tempor rily connect the vent section to be cut
into nother vent pipe to keep the center pipe
centered while cutting.
4. M rk the end of the outer pipe t the required
length. The length of the outer pipe should be
3/4” less th n the inner pipe.
5. Cut through the outer pipe ONLY using h ck-
s w (minimum 32 teeth per inch), or snips.
6. File off ny burrs or rough edges on both pipes.
Cle n off ny dust or dirt.
7. If the cutting process distorted the roundness of
the pipes, c refully use your thumbs to correct
the distortion.
When cutting or correcting the shape of the
outer pipe, WEAR GLOVES. he ends of the
vent pipes can become very sharp when cut.
NOTICE
WARNING
Adjustable Length Vent/Air System Pipe
he component piping and fittings (exclud-
ing the termination fitting) are not design to
be cut for custom lengths. Cutting the piping
or fittings to length may compromise the vent
seal cause potential vent failure or leakage of
flue gas resulting in death, serious injury or
substantial injury.
1. An adjustable straight vent/air system pipe
length is available for applications that require
custom lengths.
2. The adjustable length vent/air system pipe is
adjustable from a minimum of 12” up to a max-
imum of 16.5”.
3. To adjust the length, firmly grab each end of the
pipe and twist together to shorten or twist apart
to lengthen.
WARNING

Vent/A r System Installat on
8
Fire Stop Support Plate
The Fire Stop Support Plate must be used when the
vent/air system piping passing through any floors,
ceilings, enclosed chase or exterior walls. This plate
can be used for vertical or horizontal penetrations.
1. Prepare a 6-inch round or square opening.
Remove any insulation from the opening.
2. Secure the plate at the corners using the
screws provided. For exterior wall penetra-
tions, 2 plates are required. For interior
wall/floor penetrations, 1 plate is required.
3. Install the concentric pipe through the plate.
Secure the pipe to the Fire Stop Support Plate
using only the self-drilling screws provided,
through the plate tabs and into the concentric
pipes outer jacket.
he Support Plate provided in the Concentric
Vent/Air System Kit - PSVKI 03 does not
contain tabs for securing the pipe to the plate,
where the Fire Stop Support Plate does.
4. Seal around the support plate where
attached to exterior of building and around
pipe penetration, through the support plates
with silicone sealant.
NOTICE
Multiple Vent/Air System erminations
For multiple boiler vent/air system installations
maintain a minimum of 12 inches from centerlines as
shown in Fig. 8.
12" Min.
Fig. 8: Multiple Vent/Air System erminations

Ma ntenance Procedures
9
SEC ION III - Maintenance Procedures
Inspect Vent/Air System
Visually inspect the vent/air system annually for
blockage, deterioration or leakage. Immediately
repair any joints that show signs of deterioration or
leakage with the boiler turned off.
Failure to inspect the vent/air system and
have any conditions repaired can result in
severe personal injury or death.
WARNING

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