Specifications

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Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions
3.1 Vent Pipe Material
3.2 Venting Configurations
3.2.1 Two-Pipe Vent Termination
IMPORTANT
Field supplied piping and fittings are required to complete the installation. Selection of the vent pipe
material must be based upon the Local codes and regulations. The Matrix is certified to operate under all
conditions using the following venting material:
Exhaust Vent Piping:
See Chart for maximum lengths
The first 3 feet of the exhaust venting must be readily accessible for inspection.
In Canada all exhaust pipe, fittings and cement must comply with ULC S636 (As per ULC S636, only CPVC can be
used).
In U.S. exhaust pipe and fittings must comply with ANSI/ASTM D1784 and DF441 for PVC and CPVC respectively.
Cement and primer must comply with ANSI/ASTM D2564 and F493 for PVC and CPVC respectively.
1. 3” PVC Sch.40 (US only, not permitted in Canada).
2. 3” CPVC Sch.40.
Air Supply Pipe:
See Chart for maximum lengths
1. 3” ABS.
2. 3” PVC Sch.40.
Must insert
p
lastic bird
screen
Figure 3.2 Two-Pipe Vent Termination
Apply Plate Here
Gas Vent Directly Below
Keep Free of Obstructions
36”
18”
4”-12” or greater
than 36”
Outside Wall”
Exhaust
Intake
Window
12” Plus Snow
Allowance Min”
12” Plus Snow allowance
Example 12+19=31”
Cou
p
lin
g
and
elbow to be
against wall
– ½”
p
la
y
is
acceptable
18
”
Min
The vertical
p
ortion of the exhaust
termination does not re
q
uire
insulation, if less than 5 feet in
total length
Exhaust
Intake
Intake
Exhaust