ORTAL Power Vent User guide

Ortal Power Vent
System Manual

© Ortal 2017
Revised March 2017

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Table of Contents
Safety Considerations .......................................................................................... 3
Overview.............................................................................................................. 4
Ortal Power Vent System Installation.................................................................. 6
Ortal Inline Power Vent System Clearances................................................... 8
Ortal Inline Power Vent Box Dimensions ..................................................... 10
Flush Horizontal Termination Power Vent System Installation ......................... 13
Flush Horizontal Termination....................................................................... 20
Electrical Wiring Requirements ......................................................................... 22
Venting Runs Installation................................................................................... 24
Ortal Power Vent Run Lengths..................................................................... 27
Pressure Switch Installation............................................................................... 28
Ortal Power Vent System Operation ................................................................. 30
Troubleshooting................................................................................................. 33
Appendix A: Ortal Inline Power Vent Parts List.................................................. 36
Appendix B: Flush Horizontal Termination Parts List......................................... 37
Appendix C: Control Box Parts List..................................................................... 39
Appendix D: Ortal Power Vent System Diagram................................................ 40
Appendix E: Ortal Power Vent Technical Data................................................... 41

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Safety Considerations
WARNING –Be sure to review all safety warnings and
installation guidelines contained in this manual.
WARNING –Be sure to review all safety warnings and
installation guidelines contained in the Ortal fireplace installation
manual.
WARNING –Electrical components. Be sure that all electrical
connections are properly installed, insulated and secured to avoid
potential ELECTRICAL SHOCK and FIRE HAZARD and malfunction of
the system. Consult local building code requirements.
Important –It is imperative that all materials and objects used
to carry out the installation are materials certified or specified by
Ortal Heating Solutions and are suitable for use. Do NOT install the
system with different materials or objects than those approved for
installation by Ortal Heating Solutions.
Important –Exceeding the restrictions imposed by Ortal
Heating Solutions can cause damage to the function of the fireplace
and/or to the living space in which the fireplace and vent system
are installed. The installation must be carried out according to the
instructions listed in this manual. Ortal will not be responsible for
any damage caused by improper installation.

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Overview
Ortal Heating Solutions offers the best in aesthetic heating
technology. The Ortal Power Vent System is an optional accessory
component to the Ortal direct vent gas fireplace. It enhances the
fireplace, and provides alternate installation configurations not
available with typical direct vent runs.
Our system provides for increased flexibility of fireplace installation
in single family homes, multi-family homes, and commercial
settings.
The Ortal Power Vent is a fan that creates an exhaust air flow,
forcing the exhaust through the inner pipe. This creates a suction of
fresh air that enters and draws in through the outer pipe.
Ortal Power Vent System advantages:
•Smaller diameter coaxial vent pipe (5 inches outer, 3 inches
inner)
•Longer venting runs than our power vent system
•Available options to run venting horizontally, vertically, and
below the firebox.
This manual is designed to aid in installation of the Ortal Power
Vent System with the Ortal fireplace installation manual. This
manual only describes the Ortal Power Vent System.
Ortal fireplaces operate using direct vent technology. The vent
types, Inline and Flush Horizontal Termination, differ in the Power
Vent location along the chimney path. The Inline is located inline of
the chimney path. The Flush Horizontal Termination is located at
the end of the chimney path.

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Notes:
•You must select the correct Ortal Power Vent System when
you order the Ortal fireplace unit. This system cannot be
retro-fitted.
•Before installing the Ortal Power Vent System, read and
understand all instructions. Consider installation location and
vent runs, including any structural requirements, clearances
for rough and finished materials, and local codes.

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Ortal Power Vent System Installation
Review the installation detail per project plans.
Make sure that all the materials, system components, and tools
necessary are present, and in good condition.
Follow these steps:
1. Firebox installation:
It is recommended to position the Fireplace in the final
location. Venting and power vent systems can be installed
before or after firebox.
a. With the firebox installation, place the Ortal Power Vent
control box by the fireplace access panel.
b. Connect the Air pressure cable (G24) to the pressure switch
located in the Ortal Power Vent control box and secure.
See connection 1 in Figure 19: Wire Connection System on
page 23.
c. Connect the control box to the terminals:
i. Connect CABLE V6 (SASCB) to the terminal with 4 pins (the
solenoid should already be installed in the flex line
between the GV60 valve and the burner). See connection 2
in Figure 19: Wire Connection System on page 23.
ii. Connect the Relay Cable (SASLVU) to the AUX port on the
receiver terminal with 2 pins to the control box with a 2-pin
connector. See connection 3 in Figure 19: Wire Connection
System on page 23.
Make sure all connections are tight and secure.

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2. Install the venting components. Ensure that all pipe
connections are sealed, supported, and have clearances
maintained as outlined previously in this manual.
3. Position the Ortal Power Vent (see Venting Runs
Installation on page 24), and secure in place, maintaining
required clearances per local building codes.
Notes:
•For Inline: The Ortal Inline Power Vent must be placed a
minimum of 15 feet from the firebox, up to a maximum of
45 feet.
•For Flush Horizontal Termination: The Power Vent must
be placed a minimum of 15 feet from the firebox, up to a
maximum of 65 feet.
•The Ortal Power Vent may be physically positioned closer
than 15 feet depending on pipe configuration.
4. After running the 65 Feet Power Cord (M120), insert the
cable pig tailed end to the Ortal Power Vent box through the
Cable clamp.
Open the Ortal Power Vent box service Door and Connect
the cable pig tailed end to the one located in the Power Vent
box.Make sure all connections are tight and secure. See
connection 5 in Figure 19: Wire Connection System on page
23.
5. Termination:
Affix a cap at the pipe termination point to prevent water
and foreign objects from entering the pipe.
Use and follow the vent manufacture instructions for
termination.

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6. Connect the fireplace to the gas line.
Gas connections should be completed by a certified gas
fitter/ licensed plumber, and in accordance with local
building codes.
7. Connect the Ortal Power Vent control box to the Electrical
outlet junction box.
Electrical connections should be completed by a certified
electrician, and in accordance with local building codes.
Ortal Inline Power Vent System Clearances
This section describes the Ortal Inline Power Vent system clearance
dimensions for building materials.
Follow these steps:
1. Clearance diagram is displayed below. See Ortal Inline
Power Vent Box Dimensions on page 10.
a. 24-inch clearance in front of access panel for service and
removal. See Figure 1: Inline Power Vent Box Dimensions
and Safety Clearance on page 10.
b. 12-inch clearance above axillary fan for cooling (if axillary
fan is part of fan box assembly). See Figure 1: Inline Power
Vent Box Dimensions and Safety Clearance on page 10.
c. 2-inch clearance on Ortal Power Vent sides and bottom.
See Figure 1: Inline Power Vent Box Dimensions and Safety
Clearance on page 10.

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2. Access Panel for Ortal Power Vent
a. Minimum 18-inch x 18-inch access panel required for
service.
b. The Ortal Power Vent must be located in an area with a
minimum 180 cubic feet of free air space to maintain the
component operating temperature cool.
If not possible, the access panel must be louvered to allow
for a minimum of 155 sq. inches of free air space.
3. Ortal Power Vent Mounting
•Mount the Ortal Power Vent per local code requirements,
and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for securing
venting.

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Ortal Inline Power Vent Box Dimensions
This section describes the Power Vent box dimensions and safety
clearances.
Figure 1: Inline Power Vent Box Dimensions and Safety Clearance
Figure 2: Inline Power Vent Box Dimensions

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Figure 3: Inline Power Vent Box Dimensions
Figure 4: Inline Power Vent Box Dimensions and Safety Clearance

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Figure 5: Inline Power Vent Main Parts
Table 1: Inline Power Vent Main Parts List
Item
Part #
Description
Quantity
1
SSM01
ORTAL Power Vent Fan PL20UL0080
1
2
SASSM1FZ
ORTAL Power Vent Fan Box
1
3
SSM1F03
ORTAL Power Vent Service Door
1
4
SSM11
Cable clamp
1
5
G84
Adaptor 35 CVS Outlet
1
6
G85
Adaptor 35 CVS Inlet
1
7
SSM1F09
High V box
1

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Flush Horizontal Termination Power Vent System Installation
This section describes the Flush Horizontal Termination installation.
Follow these steps:
1. Prepare an opening size 12 5/16 inches x 13 7/8 inches
a. Insert the Blower Box into position.
Figure 6: Prepare and Insert Blower Box

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b. Prepare the Wall Flush.
The wall finish should be no deeper than 1¼ inches.
Figure 7: Wall Flush Preparation
c. Position and secure the 'inner wall plate' (Draft stop) into
place.
Figure 8: Position and Secure Inner Wall Plate

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d. Position the retaining external cover into place.
Figure 9: Retaining External Cover Position
Note the wall material layers:
Figure 10: Wall Material Layers

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2. For wall thickness greater than 7 1/2 inches and up to a
maximum of 16 inches:
a. Connect the two parts together (Image 1 below), insert the
assembly into the wall, and hold them (Images 2 and 3
below)
Figure 11: Wall Thickness Greater than 7 1/2 Inches
b. Position the Blower Box into position.
Figure 12: Position Blower Box

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3. For Non- Flush Scenarios:
Install the Ortal Power Vent using the previous instructions
(See Step 2a Figure 11, on page 16.) Refer to the illustration.
Figure 13: Non-Flush Scenario
4. For Non- Flush Scenarios:
Figure 14: Non- Flush and Stucco Wall

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5. For Stucco Walls:
Figure 15: Stucco Walls

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Figure 16: Horizontal Termination Clearances