CSST Question

[Pingel85]

I installed a new gas direct vent fireplace, and am running the gas to it in CSST, from my black Iron main line. This will run from my basement to the 1st floor. The run is approximately 10'. 2 questions-

1) My gas line is already bonded, do I also need to bond the CSST separately? I think 1 bond in the system is enough per the instructions, but wanted to verify if the csst needs an additional bond.

2) Since this is a fireplace and needs human interaction to fire (unlike a water heater or furnace), do I need to have a sediment trap before it goes into the unit? I'm struggling with the placement of a trap, as that would negate the benefit of using csst for the run.

 

[allinon72]

Consult with the manufacturer of the CSST for bonding requirements.

 

[Showkey]

Typical first CSST connection with iron pipe, important to follow the specific manufacturers instructions....

 

[The Cobbler]

my limited knowledge of CSST is that the connections are not electrically connected , they are isolated , that's partly why the pipe needs to be bonded

 

[Climatecreator]

This is what we use.

https://www.tracpipe.com/

Good resources there as well.

CC

 

[75gmck25]

The CSST for my gas fireplace was permitted and inspected, and they required a bonding clamp and ground (to the panel) at the point where the CSST first connected to the black pipe. Looks like the picture Showkey posted.

Each CSST manufacturer seems to have slightly different directions for proper installation and use of fittings. You should take the online course from whoever makes the CSST you are using.

Bruce

 

[allinon72]

For what it’s worth - I have a new construction home with Tracpipe, all runs come off a manifold that is bonded to the black pipe, and that’s it.