The process of burning of the gas is called combustion and it creates heat exhaust gases including highly poisonous carbon monoxide and moisture the water heater s ventilation system removes these byproducts from the home making it a critical safety feature.
Gas water heater exhaust cap.
Rheem adjustable vent length 3 x 5 in.
For non direct vent applications that is side wall venting only the required clearance is 7 feet.
Use for vertical terminations only.
There are grave liabilities and risks involved in violating basic mechanical and safety standards.
In direct vent applications this clearance distance must be in compliance with local building codes the requirements of the fuel gas supplier for the heating appliance in use and the appliance manufacturer s instructions.
Natural gas fireplaces gas fired furnaces boilers water heaters and wall or space heating applications.
Stainless steel concentric vent for indoor tankless gas water heaters model rtg20151e 1 48 15 48 15.
Rheem 3 in.
Provides improved performance in high wind conditions.
All water heaters that burn natural gas or liquid propane lp gas require a venting system.
Materials and construction round type b gas vent 3 8 and oval 4.
Stainless steel concentric vent for indoor tankless gas water heaters model rtg20151e 1 48 15 48 15.
Use with natural gas or liquid propane category i and draft hood equipped appliances and appliances tested and listed to use type b gas vent.
Round gas vent collection aluminum high wind cap with 4 inch inner diameter this aluminum high wind cap with 4 inch inner diameter from the round gas vent series is a type b gas component and consists of the duralock system for a tight seal.
For a gas fireplace exhaust termination cap 3 feet 91cm above if within 10 feet 3m horizontally.
More buying choices 41 15 6 new offers draft king cbc1317 black galvanized steel single flue bolt on chimney cap for use in california and oregon 13 x 17 4 6 out of 5.
Most installations require additional pipe lengths and an adjustable 90 l connector.
Rheem adjustable vent length 3 x 5 in.
Rheem 3 in.
Each of these type b gas vent pipe kits includes a cap storm collar flashing draft hood connector and 12 adjustable length.
4 4 out of 5 stars 53.
Duravent 6 type b gas vent rain cap for high wind regions.
The attached installation instructions from the manufacturer of these water heaters require a minimum vertical rise in the water heater exhaust flue as well as a proper ul listed chimney cap or termination for safe venting of combustion products.