Draft hood types and installation tips.
Water heater rheem hood sheet metal screws.
Field installation of draft hoods standard gas water heaters general the purpose of this bulletin is to show installers how to properly connect draft hoods to single and double wall type b vent pipe.
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The first one uses the slots so the draft hood legs can be securely locked in while the other one is secured with the self drilling screws usually provided.
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The connection between the draft hood and the vent pipe should be secured with sheet metal screws three per connection on a single wall pipe are recommended.
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A draft hood is critical to the operation of a gas water heater.
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Some building inspectors don t even allow aluminum tape on joints.
Both types are easy to install.
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Lock in or push in type.
A gas water heater can use one of the two draft hood types.
Do not use regular duct tape to secure or seal connections.
