Concentric Vent/Air System Supplement This document is intended to be used by a qualified heating contractor or service WARNING technician. Read all instructions within this document and within the CHALLENGER Installation and Maintenance Manual, before proceeding with the installation. It is recommended to follow the procedures in the steps given, skipping or missing procedural steps could result in severe personal injury, death or substantial property damage.
Table of Contents PRODUCT AND SAFETY INFORMATION Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 SECTION I - PRE-INSTALLATION ITEMS General Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Vent/Air System Kit Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Assembled Vent/Air System Kit Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product & Safety Information Definitions The following terms are used throughout this manual to bring attention to the presence of potential hazards or to important information concerning the appliance. NOTICE WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if ignored, can result in death, serious injury or substantial property damage. Indicates special instructions on installation, operation or maintenance, which are important to appliance but not related to personal injury hazards.
Pre-Installation Items SECTION I - Pre-Installation Items Do not connect more than a single appliance into the vent/air system. General Requirements All penetrations of the vent/air system through ceilings, floors, walls or roofs must be properly fire stopped. The installer must comply with all local codes and requirements regarding fire stops and vent/air penetrations.
Pre-Installation Items 33 1/4” [84.5 cm] Face of Wall 6 3/4” [17.1 cm] 7” [17.8 cm] Top of Boiler Fig. 2: Assembled Vent/Air System Kit Dimensions Fire Stop Support CCVSUP01 Clamp Hanging CCVCLP01 Adjustable Length with Clamp (10.8” to 15.5”) [27.3 cm to 39.4 cm] CCVPIP03 Pipe - 19.
Vent/Air System Installation SECTION II - Vent/Air System Installation h. Locate the vent and combustin air terminations in a manner to protect from damage by foreign objects, such as stones, balls, or buildup of leaves or sediment. Vent/Air System Clearance Requirements 3. The vent/air system may maintain zero clearance to combustible & non-combustible materials. Maintain the following clearances to the termination: a. At least 3 feet [0.9 M] from adjacent walls b. No closer than 3 feet [0.
Vent/Air System Installation Vent/Air System Joint Assembly h. Horizontal termination must not extend more than 6-3/4 inches [17.1 cm] beyond the exterior wall as shown in Fig. 5, page 5. 1. When installing the vent system, the female end of the pipe or fitting should face up or away from the appliance. i. A minimum 12 inches [30.5 cm] horizontal spacing from other fan assisted appliance vents such as clothes dryer vent, kitchen exhaust vent, etc.
Vent/Air System Installation Termination Installation - Horizontal 6. Seal the two components together by placing a clamp over the connection and pressing down on the clamp lever. The clamp should be centered 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. Outer Jacket Bead 1.
Vent/Air System Installation 4. Secure and support vertical termination to flashing with included hardware. Termination Installation - Vertical NOTICE 5. Seal all exterior joints including pivot points with silicone sealant. When venting vertically do not order the Concentric Vent/Air Horizontal Kit - CCVKIT01 as shown in Fig. 1, order required parts separately only from listed parts in Fig. 3. Cutting Termination Fitting or CCVPIP04 to Length 1.
Vent/Air System Installation Fire Stop Support Plate WARNING The Fire Stop Support Plate must be used when the vent/air system piping passes through any floors, ceilings, enclosed chase or exterior walls. This plate can be used for vertical or horizontal penetrations. When cutting or correcting the shape of the outer pipe, WEAR GLOVES. The ends of the vent pipes can become very sharp when cut. 1. Prepare a 5-inch [12.7 cm] round or square opening. Remove any insulation from the opening.
Maintenance Procedures SECTION 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 appliance turned off. WARNING Failure to inspect the vent/air system and have any conditions repaired can result in severe personal injury or death.
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