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Old 8/10/07, 8:25 PM
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ok. How many of you would report a gas wall heater (35000 btu unit) located in the hallway that draws combusion air from the interior of the home that was built in the 50/s (not extremely tight construction). The heater is only six months old and was installed by HVAC company. The manufacturer instruction says that 50 cu ft per 1000 btus/hr is adequate for a non confined space and that air infiltration around windows and doors should be sufficient. The heater appears to meet the unconfined space requirements. I just feel unconfortable with combustion air coming from the interior.. Wanted others opinions on this.
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Old 8/10/07, 8:46 PM
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If it meets the manufacturer's installation instructions, typically, it's okay with me.



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Old 8/11/07, 1:46 AM
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Reccomend at least one CO alarm be installed in the house.



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Old 8/11/07, 7:42 AM
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Reccomend that installing HVAC company show proof of adequate ventilation for application. "Should be OK" does not work in court. Just my opinion

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