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Annular Space And Angles

Wrong clearance, missing angles, no expansion allowance

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What This Helps With

Wrong clearance, missing angles, no expansion allowance

Apprentice words: annular space

Trade terms: annular space, retaining angles, expansion clearance

Check First

Listed annular space and retaining angle detail

What Not To Do

Skip retaining angles

What can go wrong: Caulking the gap solid where clearance is required

Better Foreman Question

What annular space/angle detail does the listing require?

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Verify With

Reference type: NFPA 90A

Source to verify: Manufacturer listing; NFPA 90A; AHJ

Safe wording: Annular space, sleeve clearance, and retaining angle overlap must follow the listed damper installation sheet and AHJ direction.

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