Venting The Machine - Wacker Neuson HI400HD D Notice D'emploi

HI400HD D / HD G
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Venting the Machine

DANGER
Asphyxiation hazard.
Exhaust gas from the burner contains carbon monoxide, a deadly poison. Exposure
to carbon monoxide can kill you in minutes.
► Never run the machine indoors or in an enclosed area unless the machine is
vented properly according to local and national codes.
Overview The exhaust from indirect-fired heaters must be vented to a chimney or an exhaust
duct. Exhaust gases must rise in order to maintain a proper draft in the chimney or
exhaust duct.
Note: The information presented below is intended as a general reference guide.
Local and national code requirements supersede these suggestions.
■ Adhere to all local and national codes.
Before
installing the
■ Adhere to all fire prevention regulations.
machine
■ Consult all appropriate governing bodies or local contractor for venting and
fresh air requirements.
■ Make sure that the room or building to be heated has sufficient ventilation to
ensure that the machine has enough air to function properly.
■ Do not use B-vent exhaust pipes to vent an oil burning machine. Contact
Duct
requirements
Wacker Neuson Product Support for recommended alternatives.
■ Check local codes for appropriate vent piping materials.
■ Position the machine in a manner that avoids excessive vent bends (elbows),
Machine
setup
and long horizontal runs.
■ Keep air inlets and outlets free from obstruction. Ensure that there are no bulky
objects or sheets/covers near or on the machine.
■ Route the venting pipes in a manner that avoids flammable materials.
Routing the
vent piping
■ Route the venting pipes in a manner that avoids contact with people.
■ Sufficient draft shall be created to assure safe and proper operation of the
machine (minimum 0.05 in. w.c.).
■ Avoid any 90° elbows or bends in at least the first 10 feet (3m) of exhaust ducts.
■ When the machine is connected to a flue pipe, the flue pipe shall terminate in a
Terminating
the vent
vertical section at least two feet (0.6m) long.
piping
■ If exhaust is to be vented out the side of a building, as shown in the lower left
diagram, the end of the exhaust pipe should be vertical and at least 2 feet
(0.6m) long. A rain cap should be installed to avoid any potential downdraft or
back pressure on the exhaust system.
■ If the heater is being operated in a multi-floor building with the exhaust outlet
below the roof line, exhaust gases must not be allowed to re-enter the building.
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