ALL warnings and instructions apply to all products manufactured and distributed by Ortal. WARNING: FOR USE WITH ORTAL-MANUFACTURED FIREPLACES ONLY The Heat Control System is authorized for use with Ortal manufactured fireplaces only. Do not attempt to use with a different manufacturer’s product. WARNING: ELECTRICAL GROUNDING All electrical connections must be properly installed, insulated, and secured to avoid potential ELECTRICAL SHOCK and FIRE HAZARD and malfunction of the system.
Table of Contents General _____________________________________________________________________________ 2 Safety Information and Warnings Product Information Installation __________________________________________________________________________ 8 Prior to Installation Installation Procedure System Setup Air Ducting _________________________________________________________________________ 16 Duct Requirements Duct Termination Electrical ___________________________________________________________________________ 16 Electrical Requirements Wiring Diagrams Operation __________________________________________________________________________ 19...
Product Information The Heat Control System is an optional feature that directs the convective heat generated inside the fireplace chase to an indoor or outdoor location (see figure 1 below). Figure 1: Heat Control System Heat Direction (Top View) The system can be turned on or off independently of the fireplace. When on, a proprietary fan extracts heat from the chase via two heat collector boxes and ducts it to the chosen location (see figure 2 below).
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The requirements outlined in this manual must be used in conjunction with the fireplace’s corresponding installation manual. Fan Options Two fan options are available for the Heat Control System: the Standard Fan and the Premium Fan. The following table shows recommended fan option for each fireplace series. Standard Fan...
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Standard Fan Max Flow Rate = 196 CFM Noise Level = 56 dba (at 1 meter from fan) Dimensions Clearances NOTE: 2-inch clearance is to any building material. No additional air space is required beyond the 2-inch clearance.
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Premium Fan Max Flow Rate = 1175 CFM Noise Level = 62 dba (at 1 meter from fan) Dimensions NOTE: When determining installation location, take note that the duct connections on the fan are set on a 90° angle. See “Premium Fan Airflow Direction”...
Optimal duct length is 90 feet or less. Total duct length must not exceed 120 feet. The Heat Control System must be installed in an interior space and can terminate either to an interior or exterior space. NOTES: The system is designed to remove heat from the chase and has no impact on radiant heat released from the fireplace glass.
Installation Procedure NOTE: Installation of the Heat Control Components is not required to occur in the order presented below. Position and secure the Heat Control Fan by following installation instructions on page 10 for a Standard Fan or page 11 for a Premium Fan.
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Standard Fan The following parts are required for the installation of the Standard Fan. Step 1 Connect the mounting brackets to the fan. The brackets can be attached on either the wide or narrow side of the fan. Place the fan on a flat concrete/wood surface or wood studs. Position it according to air flow direction. Air Flow Direction NOTE: Fan can be installed oriented horizontally or vertically.
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Premium Fan The following parts are required for the installation of the Premium Fan. NOTE: Installation of the fan requires ten 10mm diameter screws (or equivalent) that are not provided with the Heat Control System kit. Premium Fan Airflow Direction Take note of the airflow direction of the fan’s inlet and outlet pipe connections when determining installation location.
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Narrow Orientation Attach brackets to the narrow side. Use eight M6X16 screws (provided with the fan) to attach brackets as shown in figure below. Step 2 Affix the fan to a mounting area via the mounting brackets. Mounting area must be constructed to support the weight of the fan (52 lbs/23.5 kg).
System Setup Figures below shows Heat Control System setup with the fireplace. Location of the heat control system components vary depending on the fireplace series.The heat is shown in these diagrams being ducted outside, but the requirements are the same for heat being ducted to another interior room.
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Series 110-130, Wilderness 44H, Wilderness TR42 Traditional 90-110...
Air Ducting The Heat Control System is designed to move heat out of the fireplace chase using flexible air duct. 30 feet of duct is included in the Heat Control System kit supplied by Ortal. Additional duct must be sourced elsewhere by the consumer.
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Wiring Diagram: Screen Fireplace Wiring Diagram: Screen Fireplace with Interior Lighting and Ortal Power Vent...
The Heat Control System is designed to operate in sync with the Ortal fireplace. To operate the fireplace and Heat Control System together, ensure the Heat Control System wall switch is in the “on” position. Turn the fireplace on. The system will turn on and off with the fireplace. The wall switch should remain in the “on” position to keep the system’s connection to the fireplace open.
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