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  1. FPX Dude Member

    joined: Oct 4, 2007
    161 posts
    Sacramento, CA
    Neighbor has LP stove vented out to backyard patio. He's in process of covering the patio with a roof and will be over the vent. He will have partial wall and window enclosures to make it kinda like a room, but won't be like a normal room with walls and windows that are air tight and such, but it will still be like an "outdoor" room. But, the vent will now be in this "room".

    So, the big question, will this be a problem?
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  2. A1Stoves.com Feeling the Heat

    joined: Dec 19, 2011
    393 posts
    Northern CA
    gas units have very specific vent termination requirements, whats the manual say :)

    basically, yes this could be an issue with venting byproducts like CO, and moisture
    DAKSY likes this.
  3. DAKSY Super Moderator

    I agree with Dave.. Your neighbor needs to get additional venting, roof flashing, storm collar & a vertical termination cap to bring the system up above the roof. The requirements will be in the install manual...
  4. FPX Dude Member

    joined: Oct 4, 2007
    161 posts
    Sacramento, CA
    Stove install was already in house since it was built ~15 yrs. ago, and he's been in there 7, and no clue where any manual might be...I guess he find the model and google it right, thanks!
  5. A1Stoves.com Feeling the Heat

    joined: Dec 19, 2011
    393 posts
    Northern CA
  6. coaly Fisher Moderator

    joined: Dec 22, 2007
    1,028 posts
    NE PA
    Fuel Gas Code states "Exhaust must be in full communication with atmosphere".
  7. Frozen Canuck Minister of Fire

    If it's a 15+ year old unit it was likely setup to operate with class B or dual piping. Agree with venting it to an unobstucted location, sounds like in this instance that will be the roof.
    FWIW I would never consider venting to an occupied area, regardless of what code may say in your area.
    firecracker_77 likes this.

  8. Tell your friend to consult an expert. Even if the room is not airtight, there could be unintended consequences to this decision.

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