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mnicholet is a non-member guest and is in no way affiliated with InterNACHI or its members.
Please remind me about Vent connector(s) rule of thumb. These pictures are a single wall non B-type for natural gas hot water tank and mid efficiency furnace manifold into a L vent metal chimney flue. Combustible clearances appeared to be about 6 inches. Is it OK to use this single wall vent connector, should it not be a B vent consistently?
Furthermore, I believe this is mid efficiency furnace was manufactured in 1992, can anyone please confirm? Carrier model# 395CAV042075 serial# 4192A21025 Much appreciated! |
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Single wall is typically used from the furnace to the chimney pipe (B-vent) which is used up through the home and out. Single wall clearance is 6" to combustibles.
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Mark,
Looks to me like picture #4 shows singlewall elbow into B'vent is closer than 6" to wood...? I'd also recommend sealing previous screw holes and joints. Minimal concern probably, but technically accurate to call. Is that R/A grill installed on ductwork, plenums, etc....? |
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