Burnt Combustion Hatch? Please Help!

[Jeffrey R. Pope]

The exhaust piping should be increased in size for every appliance attached to it. Also, the T-fittings are improper. They should be directional fittings (Y-fittings).

So regardless of the "match-test," the vent is not going to function properly, especially if all four units are firing at the same time.

If this were CA (UPC), you wouldn't be allowed to vent systems on different floors to the same exhaust vent. After seeing this set-up, I can see the logic.

[Sabrina J. Roper]

Originally Posted by jpope

The exhaust piping should be increased in size for every appliance attached to it. Also, the T-fittings are improper. They should be directional fittings (Y-fittings).

So regardless of the "match-test," the vent is not going to function properly, especially if all four units are firing at the same time.

If this were CA (UPC), you wouldn't be allowed to vent systems on different floors to the same exhaust vent. After seeing this set-up, I can see the logic.

Jpope,
Right at 1 1/2 years ago (September 2005) this apartment building was sold to new owners. The new owners had a Building Inspector come out to see what all was wrong with the building before they bought it.

When the Building Inspectors came to my apt., the Inspector opened that water heater closet and said "Oh No, No, No, None of This is Up to Code." and told the new owner as he stood there with the Inspector that it had to be replaced...well 1 1/2 years later as you can see this has not been done.

I was standing in my kitchen when this Inspector said this too, so yes Iheard this but wasn't real sure what he was talking about, but now I know!!

Thanks for all your replies and help...heck before this theard is over with I'll be a water heater inspector, LOL...learning so much from everyones input here.

Thanks again,
Hope you had a wonderful holiday,
Sabrina Roper
C.C. Texas