Termination Vent Placement

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Busy_Bosco

New Member
Apr 23, 2020
13
West Virginia
Hi all, having trouble installing my first pellet stove.

Problem is there is basically nowhere appropriate to place my termination vent outside.

I finally think I have a spot, but I realized the exhaust from the vent is fairly close to my AC units compressor and electrical line... ugh.

I have attached a picture of the area and marked a potential exhaust spot with a red dot (I know theres a window close, but it has been completely sealed with silicone and quarter round).

I also attached the page from the stoves manual about exhaust clearances. I think L answered my question, but I'm not entirely sure I'm reading it correctly.

Thanks for any feedback!
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It is interesting that they only require 12" if below/beside a window. Is that a clearance chart for use with an OAK (outside air kit)? Although looking at my stove install manual, it does say 12" from a permanently closed window.

I believe you are correct and L is your answer about proximity to services
 
No gas meter or vent blowing out or sucking in there? Your probably won’t be running your AC while running stove anyway. I think you’ve got a good spot.