Cold Climate Insulation; Post-Installation Procedures - ORTAL Front Facing Series Installation And Operation Manual

Seal all cracks around your appliance with noncombustible material wherever cold air could enter the
room. It is especially important to insulate outside chase cavity between fastenings, and under the floor
on which the appliance rests if the floor is above ground level. Gas line holes and other openings should
be caulked or stuffed with un-faced fiberglass insulation.
If the fireplace is being installed on a cement slab, a sheet of plywood or other raised platform can be
placed underneath to prevent cold transfer to the fireplace and into the room. It also helps to sheetrock
inside surfaces and tape and caulk fire stops for maximum air tightness.
The following sections present post-installation operations.
Initial Burning Period
Following installation of an ORTAL fireplace, there is a 12-hour minimum burning period. This 12-hour
period must include a minimum of 4 hours of continuous burning. During this time, the customer/installer
may notice:
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The glass developing a white or "cloudy" film
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An unusual smell
Both the film and the smell are due to the paint on the fireplace metal heating and "burning off". This is
normal. The cloudiness and odor will disappear after the 12-hour period elapses and the installer returns
to service the fireplace and complete startup.
Final Inspection Procedure
When the 12-hour burning period is complete, the installer returns and performs the final inspection,
which includes:
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Cleaning the glass with a ceramic glass cleaner (otherwise the white film will remain)
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Checking the interior media
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Checking for gas leaks
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Adjusting the restrictor (if necessary)
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Performing an overall check to make sure that everything is working properly
When these activities are complete, initial startup is concluded and the fireplace may be operated by the
owner.
Final Checks and Customer Instruction
Before releasing the unit to the customer for use without installer supervision, the installer must ensure
that the appliance is burning correctly. In addition, the installer must:
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Review and explain unit operation to customer
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Review and explain safety warnings to customer
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Review and explain to the customer that glass is hot during and after operation
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Review and explain maintenance requirements to the customer
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Review and explain warranty requirements to the customer
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Explain that if any questions or concerns arise, to contact the local ORTAL USA dealer/installer or
ORTAL USA directly for support.
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Cold Climate Insulation

Post-installation Procedures

Ortal Installation Manual: Built-In Models, September 2018