American Energy Systems MagnuM T40 - Manual (Page 10)

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9 Distance from doors and windows, gravity or ventilation air inlet into building:
Not less that 4 ft. / 1.2 m below, 4 ft. / 1.2 m horizontally from, 1 ft. / 305 mm above (This does not apply if the
Windows are non-opening or have been fixed so they cannot open.)
9 Distance from bottom of termination and grade – 1 ft. / 305 mm minimum. This is conditional upon the plants and nature
of grade surface. The exhaust gases are not hot enough to ignite grass, plants or shrubs located in the vicinity of the
termination. The grade surface must not be a lawn. Distance from bottom of termination and public walkway is 7ft. /2.1m
minimum.
9 Distance to combustible materials – 2 ft. / 610 mm. This includes adjacent building, fences, protruding parts of the
structure, roof overhang, plants and shrubs, etc.
9 It is recommended that a single or double clean-out “tee”, for cleaning the vent in both directions, be installed at every 90
0
junction to enable collection of fly ash and to permit periodic cleaning of the exhaust system. 90 0 elbows accumulate fly
ash and soot thereby reducing exhaust flow and performance of the stove.
9 Total length of horizontal vent must not exceed 36” (3 ft.) / 915 mm. All joints in the vent system must be fastened by at
least 3 screws, and all joints must be sealed with RTV silicone sealer to be airtight.
9 When venting into an existing masonry or factory built chimney, the chimney must be cleaned, with all creosote removed.
The chimney must be a type suited for solid fuel. WARNING: The chimney and the chimney connections must be kept
clean and in good condition.
9 The “PL” vent or single wall stainless exhaust system must be installed so as to be GAS TIGHT! The vent manufacturer’s
installation procedures must be followed. In addition, pipe connections, joints and all pipe seams within the home should
be sealed with high temperature RTV silicone sealer. Single wall venting can only be used within the dwelling.
9 A minimum of 3 feet/915mm horizontally from the center line of any regulator/meter assembly
9 A minimum of 3 feet/915mm from any non mechanical air supply inlet to the building
9 A minimum of 6 feet/1830mm from any mechanical air supply inlet to the building
NOTE: Local building codes or regulations may require different clearances.
Special note for Canadian Installations:
Where the venting may pass through a wall, or partition of combustible materials, the installation shall
conform to CAN/CSA-B365. The wall thimble shall be properly sealed with Hi-Temperature silicone to
prevent any moisture or vapor from building up. Make sure that there are no air leaks.
Clearances to venting and also clearances to combustibles for the appliance can only be reduced by means
approved by the regulatory authority.
EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS:
Soot and Flyash: Formation and need for removal- The products of combustion will contain small particles
of flyash. The flyash will collect in the exhaust venting system and restrict the flow of the flue gases.
Incomplete combustion, such as occurs during startup, shutdown, or incorrect operation of the room heater
will lead to some soot formation which will collect in the exhaust venting system. The exhaust venting system
should be inspected at least once every year to determine if cleaning is necessary. It is recommended to
check the venting system monthly to assure proper operation of the appliance.