Vent connector extends too far into chimney

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Extends Too Far Into Chimney Plumbing

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if the vent connector extends too far into the chimney, proper venting may be prevented
check for this in the chimney clean-out (with a mirror)
chimney
vent connector
gas
gas water heater

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The illustration shows a gas water heater connected to a masonry chimney by a vent connector that rises from the heater and slopes upward toward the chimney. The connector projects too far into the chimney flue, restricting the passage available for exhaust gases. A chimney clean-out is shown below the connector entry, and the annotation recommends checking the projection through this opening with a mirror. Hot and cold water piping, a cold-water shutoff valve, and gas supply piping are also shown at the heater.

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