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Ruud AS36352-2H 3" Draft Hood Vent Fitting for Gas Water Heaters

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Ruud AS36352-2H 3" Draft Hood Vent Fitting for Gas Water Heaters

The Ruud AS36352-2H is a 3" draft hood designed as a replacement venting component for gas-fired water heating equipment. A draft hood is installed at the flue outlet of a gas appliance, where it relieves excess draft and allows dilution air to mix with combustion by-products before they enter the vent connector and chimney or vent pipe. This 3" trade size unit is sized to match the flue outlet and vent connector on compatible Ruud gas water heater models, and it is intended for use as a like-for-like replacement part during service, repair, or rough-in installation work performed by a licensed plumbing or HVAC technician. Because the draft hood sits directly on top of the appliance jacket ahead of the vent connector, it is a functional mechanical component rather than a visible finished fixture, and correct sizing at this connection point is important for maintaining proper draft and dilution air flow at the appliance.

Key Features

  • Trade Size: 3" flue/vent connection, sized to mate with the flue outlet on compatible gas-fired water heater models.
  • Draft Hood Function: Relieves excess updraft and allows dilution air to enter the venting system ahead of the vent connector, helping maintain proper draft at the appliance flue outlet.
  • Direct-Fit Replacement: Manufactured by Ruud as a service replacement part for use on compatible gas water heater models, model AS36352-2H.
  • Rough-In / Service Component: Installed at the top of the appliance jacket ahead of the vent connector, this is a behind-the-appliance mechanical part rather than a finished, visible fixture.
  • OEM Sizing: Matches the original flue connection dimensions on compatible equipment, helping technicians avoid guesswork when re-venting or servicing a unit.

Technical Specifications

  • Model: AS36352-2H
  • Trade Size: 3"
  • Part Type: Draft Hood
  • Brand: Ruud

Typical Applications

  • Gas Water Heater Flue Venting Replacement
  • Water Heater Service and Repair
  • New Construction Gas Appliance Rough-In
  • Residential and Light Commercial Venting Systems

Why Ruud?

Ruud manufactures this 3" draft hood as a direct replacement part for its gas water heater line, giving plumbing and HVAC contractors a straightforward, correctly sized option when servicing or re-venting compatible equipment. Sourcing the OEM AS36352-2H draft hood helps ensure the replacement part matches the original flue connection dimensions on the appliance it is installed on, reducing fit-up issues during a service call or rough-in job. For technicians who need a dependable, correctly sized venting component for compatible Ruud gas water heater equipment, the AS36352-2H offers a manufacturer-sourced option built to the original flue outlet dimensions.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

list_batch:
RUU-20260924
Product Type:
Draft Hood Vent Fitting
Department:
Plumbing
Product Subgroup:
Water Heater Parts
Product Size:
3"

Ruud AS36352-2H – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Does this draft hood work on a direct vent or power vent water heater?
No. A draft hood belongs on an atmospherically vented, gas-fired natural draft appliance, where it relieves updraft and admits dilution air. Sealed combustion direct vent and fan-assisted power vent heaters use their own vent terminations and do not take a draft hood.
2) Is the Ruud AS36352-2H an OEM part or an aftermarket draft hood?
It is a Ruud manufactured service replacement part, model AS36352-2H, built to the original flue connection dimensions on compatible Ruud gas water heaters. For a like-for-like swap on a service call that avoids fit-up problems at the flue collar.
3) What does a draft hood on a gas water heater actually do?
It sits at the appliance flue outlet, ahead of the vent connector, and relieves excess updraft while letting dilution air mix with combustion by-products before they move into the vent pipe or chimney. That keeps draft at the burner stable instead of letting chimney pull act directly on the combustion chamber.
4) Can I use the AS36352-2H on a new water heater rough-in, or only for repairs?
Both. The 3 inch Ruud draft hood is used for service and repair swaps on existing heaters and for new construction gas appliance rough-in work on compatible equipment, residential and light commercial. It is intended to be installed by a licensed plumbing or HVAC technician.
How fast can I get the Ruud AS36352-2H delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Ruud AS36352-2H come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Ruud AS36352-2H is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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