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Old 4/10/09, 2:36 AM
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IS THIS CURVE IN THE WATER HEATER FLUE CONSIDERED TO BE RESTRICTIVE?


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I would say no.


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Old 4/10/09, 5:32 PM
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Manufacturer's installation instructions call for a minimum 6" verticle rise from the draft hood before an elbo.

See page 10:

http://www.americanwaterheater.com/s...ls/res-gas.pdf


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Manufacturer's installation instructions call for a minimum 6" verticle rise from the draft hood before an elbo.

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http://www.americanwaterheater.com/s...ls/res-gas.pdf
Carefull Larry or the new spelling police will be writing you a ticket.

And BTW-yes they do.


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Carefull Larry or the new spelling police will be writing you a ticket.

And BTW-yes they do.
Yes, well...sory fur thuh airwhores.


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Old 4/10/09, 6:17 PM
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Manufacturer's installation instructions call for a minimum 6" verticle rise from the draft hood before an elbo.

See page 10:

http://www.americanwaterheater.com/s...ls/res-gas.pdf

Good info Larry.


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How about the downward slope of the vent?


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That vent would be a red flag on my inspection.

The installer of this vent used to design roller coasters.
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Manufacturer's installation instructions call for a minimum 6" verticle rise from the draft hood before an elbo.

See page 10:

http://www.americanwaterheater.com/s...ls/res-gas.pdf

Thank you very much, that helps.



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