All Navien water heaters are Category IV appliances;
NOTE: Plastic vent can be used in all cases EXCEPT when the incoming (or recirculation return) water temperatures exceed 160°F (70°C). IF you set the water heater at a temperature higher than 160°F (70°C) AND you are running an external recirculation loop or a combination heating system, you MUST use the Navien stainless steel venting or any 3" venting system approved for use with Category IV appliances (typically Type BH Special Gas Vent approved to UL1738-S636)**
Navien's Stainless Steel Vent Kit or Type BH Special Gas Vent Class IIB (PVC)**
Exhaust Vent Pipe Materials
NOTE:The maximum lengths listed below are for the exhaust vents only. The intake vent length is equal to that of the exhaust vent.
Model Series
MAX Length
MAX number of Elbows
Equivalent Length
CR/CC-180(A)
70 feet
6
90° elbow = 5 linear feet 45° elbow = 2 linear feet
CR/CC-210(A)
100 feet
6
CR-CC240(A)
100 feet
6
Vent Configuration Options
The following diagrams represent some typical venting configurations and are included to assist you in designing your vent system. Possible configurations are not limited to these diagrams.
The option of your choice will be shown on the screen when clicked.