Vermont Casting RADVTEB User Manual

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Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater
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Gas Specifications
   
 
 
Max.  Min.
   
 
 
Input  Input
  Model 
Fuel  Gas Control  BTU/h  BTU/h
 
RADVT Series 
Nat 
Millivolt 
38,000  25,000
  RADVT Series 
Prop 
Millivolt 
36,000  25,000
  RADVTC Series  Nat  Comfort Control  38,000  25,000
  RADVTC Series  Prop  Comfort Control  36,000  25,000
Weight: Fully assembled; 350 lbs.
  Natural 
LP (Propane)
  Inlet Minimum 
5.5” w.c. 
11.0” w.c.
  Inlet Maximum 
14.0” w.c. 
14.0” w.c.
  Manifold Pressure 
3.5” w.c. 
10” w.c.
Gas Inlet and Manifold Pressures
The installation of your Vermont Castings stove 
must conform with local codes, or in the absence of 
local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 
Z223.1/NFPA 54 - latest edition, or CSA B149.1 
Installation code. (EXCEPTION: Do not derate this 
appliance for altitude up to 2,000 (610 m) for natural 
gas and  4,500 feet (1,370 m) for LP Gas. Maintain 
the manifold pressure at 3.5” w.c. for Natural Gas and 
10.0” w.c. for LP Gas.
High Elevations
Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are 
certified without deration for elevations up to 
2,000 feet (610 m) for natural gas and 4,500 feet 
(1,370 m) for LP gas above sea level.
In the USA installations with elevations above 
2,000 feet (610 m) for natural gas and 4,500 feet 
(1,370 m) for LP gas must be in accordance with 
the current ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 and/or local 
codes having jurisdiction.
In Canada, please consult provincial and/or local 
authorities having jurisdiction for installations at 
elevations above 2,000 feet (610 m) for natual gas 
and 4,500 feet (1,370 m) for LP gas.
WARNING:  Improper installation, adjustment, 
alteration, service or maintenance can cause in-
jury or property damage. Refer to this manual for 
correct installation and operational procedures. 
For assistance or additional information consult 
a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas 
supplier.
Horizontal Termination 
The vent must rise vertically a minimum of 24” (610mm) 
off the top of the unit, before the first elbow. The hori-
zontal run may extend up to 20’ (6m) and include a 
vertical rise of up to 40’ (12m). (Fig. 7) Horizontal termi-
nation must also meet the criteria shown in Figures 10 
through 12.
•  Approved vent systems must terminate above and 
including the heavy line in Figure 7.
•  Two 45˚ elbows may be substituted for each single 
90˚ elbow.
•  With a rise between 2’ - 5’,  one 90˚ or two 45˚ elbows 
may be used.
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Vertical Run (in feet)
(Measured from the appliance flue collar to the top of the vent
 pipe.)
Horizontal Run (in feet)
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ST134b
Radiance
Horizontal 
vent run
6/07
ST134a
Fig. 7   Horizontal vent termination window.
May use up to 
three 90° Elbows
One 90° 
Elbow
Unacceptable 
Venting Configuration