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FRAMING AND FINISHING
Installing Support Brackets
Install a horizontal pipe support used for each 3 feet of horizontal
run to framing members. Allow 3 inch clearance to combustibles
above 8 inch diameter pipe and elbows and 1 inch clearance on
both sides and bottom.
Support vertical runs of this vent systems every 4 feet using wall
brackets attached to the vent pipe and secured with nails or screws
to structural framing.
Note:
Maintain minimum 2 inch clearance between stud
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Installing Firestops
Firestops are required for safety whenever the vent system passes
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clearances are maintained to the vent system.
Horizontal Firestops
Horizontal runs in the vent system which pass through either interior
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on Page 28 for sizing information.
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NAILS, 4 REQUIRED
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NOTE:
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the required three inches of clearance to combustibles above
the vent. Framed hole dimensions shown above are for this wall
thimble.