Shortening of vent extensions
0.4 inch (10 mm)
0.4 inch (10 mm)
The aluminum inside pipe should always extend 0.4" (10 mm) beyond the white outside
pipe on the male end of the vent extension.
Always cut the male end of the vent pipe extension. Do not attempt to cut the female end.
1.25"
1.25"
X + 2.5" (X + 65 mm)
WARNING
Improper installation of vent system and components, or failure to follow
all installation instructions, can result in property damage or serious injury.
Installation Instructions
®
Rolux
Horizontal Discharge Vent System
1
6
y
y
X
1.25"
X
1.25"
X + 2.5" (X + 65 mm)
0.4" (10 mm)
0.4" (10 mm)
D = 5.5" (140 mm)
NOT E
Cover the top of the heater
to prevent debris from
entering when cutting
white
(outer)
white
(outer)
Pipes overlap by 1.25" (32 mm). Therefore
when cutting to size, add 2 x 1.25 = 2.5"
(65 mm) to the extension pipe length (X)
needed for installation.
Deburr the sharp edges, other wise the
gaskets might get damaged, which can
result in the system no longer being air
tight.
Identify the vent location
Steps:
- Place the 90° Vent Pipe Elbow on the
appliance.
- Mark position on wall
- Or use template provided with water heater
- Cut hole, covering the top of the water
heater to prevent debris from entering
aluminum
(inner)
aluminum
(inner)