Selkirk DIRECT-TEMP Direct Vent System Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- SELKIRK
Table of Contents
DIRECT-TEMP Direct Vent System
Instruction Manual
Venting System For Direct Vent Co-Linear Gas Inserts
DIRECT-TEMP Direct Vent System
A MAJOR CAUSE OF VENT RELATED FIRES IS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED CLEARANCES
(AIR SPACES) TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. CHECK WITH THE APPLIANCE MANUFACTURER
FOR CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS.
IMPORTANT:
Read through all of these instructions before beginning your installation.
Failure to install this product in accordance with these instructions will
void the manufacturer’s warranty, condtions of certification, and may affect
your homeowner’s insurance and safety listing of your appliance.
APPLICATION
This instruction applies to the Selkirk Direct-Temp termination system and
is intended as a supplement to the applicable Direct-Temp Instructions. This
termination and venting system, in combination with the gas appliance, has
been tested and listed by an accredited test agency. Check the appliance
manufacturer’s rating plate and installation instructions to confirm the
Selkirk Co-Linear Insert Kit is approved for use on the appliance you have
selected.
Installer: It is of the utmost importance these instructions are left
with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
CERTIFICATION LABEL
Selkirk by Duravent 4480 44th Street, Su lie F Grand Rap ids, M149512
4 DT – 33VC
DIRECT VENT VENTING SYSTEM
THIS COMPONENT IS PART OF A VENT SYSTEM FOR USE ON DIRECT VENT GAS APPLIANCES
WHICH COMPLY WITH ANSI 2211CSA 2.33.2016 STANDARDS FORVENTED GAS FIREPLACE
HEATERS. SEE APPLIANCE RATING PLATE AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR VENTING AND
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE REOUIREMENTS.WARNING • THIS PIPE IS INTENDED TO VENT
GAS PRODUCTS ONLY. DUE TO A RISK OF CORROSION OR OVERHEATING, DO NOT USE TO
VENT SOLID FUEL OR OIL FIRED APPLIANCES.
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WARNING
Failure to follow the installation instructions could cause FIRE, CARBON
MONOXIDE
POISONING, OR DEATH. If you are unsure of installation requirements, call the
Phone Number listed on the instructions or visit
www.selkirkcorp.com.
Selkirk DIRECT-TEMP Colinear Insert Kit provides a Vertical Cap with a built-
in Co-Linear Adapter at the base and a baseplate to serve as a flashing. The
Kit also includes
2 Lengths of flexible liner. See Table 1 for more information.
Selkirk DIRECT-TEMP is designed to be the vent and air intake system for an
approved list of direct vent gas appliances. It is approved for use also with
Amerivent Direct- Vent. Selkirk DIRECT-VENT materials, design, and these
instructions have been evaluated and listed by Underwriters Laboratory Inc.
Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation
inspections in your area, and obtaining building permits before beginning the
installation.
Do not install Selkirk DIRECT-VENT without first carefully reading the main
instructions and the appliance manufacturer’s instructions. If you still have
any doubt about your ability to complete the installation in a safe manner
after reading these instructions, arrange for a professional installation.
Selkirk DIRECT-TEMP is for use only with appliances that are certified or
listed by a major qualified testing agency, such as AGA, CSA, OMNI, UL, or
Warnock Hersey.
Selkirk warranty coverage will be nulled and void, and serious fire, health,
or other safety hazards may result from any of the following actions:
- Installation of any damaged Chimney Liner System;
- Unauthorized modifications of the Chimney Liner System;
- Installation of any component part not manufactured or approved by Selkirk.
- Installation other than as instructed by Selkirk and the appliance manufacturer.
ATTENTION:
Always maintain required clearances (air spaces) to nearby combustibles to
prevent a fire hazards. Be sure to check the appliance manufacturer’s
installation instructions for minimum clearance requirements between the outer
walls of the vent pipe/liner system and nearby combustible surfaces. Be sure
to check the vent termination clearance requirements from doors, windows,
soffits, gas regulators, and air supply inlets, as specified in local building
codes.
The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of
the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel
or gas-burning appliance. Each direct vent gas appliance must use it’s own
venting system. Common venting are prohibited.
Always wear eye protection and heavy gloves for protection.
Exercise extreme caution when using ladders or on rooftops.
Check overhead for power lines, antennas or other obstacles.
Make sure the inside of the masonry or factory-built chimney is large enough
to accommodate two (2) flex liners (3”/3” or 4”/3”).
Make sure the masonry chimney is sound in construction, clean and free from
all loose and potentially flammable debris. If you find any cracks, loose or
missing bricks or tiles, repair or replace.
Before the installation of the liners, it is recommended that the chimney be
cleaned by a certified chimney sweep.
Since chimneys are usually very sooty and dusty, it is advisable to remove or
cover your furniture, rugs etc. for the duration of the cleaning and
installation of the liner.
Masonry chimneys may take various contours which the flexible liner will
accommodate. However, keep the flexible liner as straight as possible, avoid
unnecessary bending. Due to possible snagging, which may result in some
surface damage, caution must be observed when lowering liner lengths into the
masonry flue.
The top section of the masonry must be watertight to prevent moisture from
entering the masonry chimney and causing damage. Consult the local building
authority for more information on how to seal the damages or unused masonry
section.
Table 1 – Contents of Insert Kits
Part Number| Description
4DT-33IK35VB| Insert Co-Linear Kit (3″/3″) Includes:
2 – 3″ x 35′ aluminum flex lengths,
1 – Co-Linear Cap 3″/3″,
1 – Hardware pack (screws and hose clamps),
1 – Installation Instructions.
4DT-34IK35VB| Insert Co-Linear Kit (4″/3″) Includes:
1 – 4″ x 35′ aluminum flex length,
1 – 3″ x 35′ aluminum flex length,
1 – Co-Linear Cap 473″,
1 – Hardware pack (screws and hose clamps),
1 – Installation instructions.
PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION:
The DIRECT-TEMP Co-Linear Insert Kit was designed to be installed in an
existing masonry or factory-built chimney, and connected to a direct vent co-
linear gas insert (see Figure 1) or other appropriate direct vent gas
appliance.
It is important to carefully measure the length of flex needed to reach from
the appliance outlet to the Co-Linear Cap. If the flex length is too short, a
Flex Coupler
(Figure 3) will be needed to attach an additional length of flex liner.
On the exhaust side, high temperature silicone needs to be applied. If the
flex length is too long, the liner could sag below the appliance outlet which
could result in a portential fire hazard.
Masonry Chimney Installation:
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Measure the distance between the top of the masonry chimney and the gas appliance, allowing for any required bends.
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Select the lengths necessary to accommodate the required distance determined above. Stretch the flexible liners to the desired lengths (requires 2 people) by placing both hands around the circumference of the ends of the liners and gently pulling.
If any flexible liners requires cutting, use a sharp fine-toothed hacksaw. -
The exhaust flex length is identified with red tape at both ends. Use the flex length with no red tape as the air intake flex length.
If the flex liners are unidentified, mark each liner at the top and bottom as either exhaust or intake to prevent confusion later. -
Insert a rope through the end of the PullDown and tie a knot at the end of the rope. Attach the Pull-Down to the Flex Liner using four sheet metal screws as shown (Figure 2). Carefully feed the liner down the chimney (Figure 4) one at a time (masonry or factorybuilt) and out through the damper. Be careful when passing through the damper not to damage the flex liner. One person should feed the liner through the chimney, and another person should pull the liner from the bottom, using the rope to guide the liner through to the chimney bottom.
Note: If additional lengths of Flex Liner are needed to span the chimney height, use a Flex Coupler to connect the pieces of Flex Liner together. Connect the flex to the coupler by using four sheet metal screws for each side (see Figure 3). Apply high temperature sealant on the exhaust side. -
After carefully feeding the Flex Liner down the chimney to the bottom, form an angle to line up the Flex Liner with the vent opening on the appliance. Important: Do not let the
Flex Liner sag below the level at which it will connect to the appliance or connector. This could allow hot gas to become trapped and potentially become a fire hazard. The Flex Liner path should always be sloped up toward the Co- Linear Cap.
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Remove the Flex Pull-Down from the Flex Liner and temporarily secure the Flex Liner at the top of the chimney. Be sure to leave 2-3 inches of flex above the existing chimney to allow for connection to the Co-Linear Cap (see Figure 5).
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Repeat the above steps for the second length of flex.
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Prepare the baseplate of the Co-Linear High Wind Cap. If it is larger than the top of the chimney, cut and fold as needed for a perfect fit. Do not seal in place at this time.
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Attach the flex liner ends at the top of the chimney to the Co-Linear High Wind Cap. Apply high temperature silicone to the exhaust liner prior to connecting to the Cap. Secure each length of flex liner to the CoLinear High Wind Cap. The small screws provided with the hose clamps
can be used for extra security per length (Figure 6). -
Apply a bead of silicone sealant to the top of the masonry chimney prior to securing the baseplate of the Co-Linear High Wind Cap to the masonry chimney. Secure CoLinear High Wind Cap to masonry chimney with suitable fasteners (one at each corners) and cover the heads with silicone sealant (Figures 6 &7).
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Connect both of the flex directly to the appliance flue collars (Figure 8). See the appliance manufacturer’s instructions for details. Secure the two Flex Liner runs to the appliance. The small screws provided with the hose clamps can be used for extra security per length. Apply high temperature sealant on the exhaust side. In any case, make sure the Flex Liners do not sag behind the appliance. Finally, move the appliance into its appropriate place.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Conduct an inspection of the venting system twice a year.
Recommended areas to inspect are as follows:
- Check areas of the Venting System which are exposed to the elements for corrosion. These will appear as rust spots or streaks, and in extreme cases, holes. These components should immediately be replaced.
- Remove the cap and remove any bird nests, or other foreign material.
- Check for evidences of excessive condensate, such as water droplets forming in the liners, and subsequently dripping out at joints. Continuous condensate can cause corrosion of caps, liners, and fittings. It may be caused by having exterior portions of the system being exposed to cold weather.
Note: Diagrams & Illustrations Are Not to Scale.
Selkirk Corporation
4460 44th Street S.E., Suite F
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Toll Free: 1.800.VENT (8368)
[email protected]
www.selkirkcorp.com
Selkirk Canada
P.O. Box 526, Depot 1,
Hamilton, ON L8L 7X6
Toll Free: 1.888.SELKIRK (735.5475)
[email protected]
www.selkirkcorp.ca
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