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Old 06-07-2025, 11:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Altavia View Post
Per FL code:

M1502.4.2 Duct installation.
Exhaust ducts shall be supported at intervals not to exceed 12 feet (3658 mm) and shall be secured in place.

The insert end of the duct shall extend into the adjoining duct or fitting in the direction of airflow.

Exhaust duct joints shall be sealed in accordance with Section M1601.4.1. Ducts shall not be joined with screws or similar fasteners. Where dryer exhaust ducts are enclosed in wall or ceiling cavities, such cavities shall allow the installation of the duct without deformation.

[url]https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/FLRC2020P1/chapter-15-exhaust-systems[/url


Let us know how it turns out.
I am not sure I understand the bolded part of your quote. Most dryers I have seen come with a flexible duct that wraps around the metal duct and is attached using a metal collar that is tightened with a screwdriver. In that case, the insert end of the metal duct would be pointed against the direction of airflow. Is this a code violation?
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