ORTAL 40 Series Installation And Operation Manual
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- Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual Built-In Models Manufacturer Update Serial Number 21818 and Forward Built-In Models: Front Facing Corner (RS/LS) Tunnel Three Side Space Creator Curve Island Ortal Installation Manual: Built-In Models (V3.7)
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Page 2: General
WARNING: MATERIAL USAGE All materials and objects used to carry out the installation must be certified/approved or specified by Ortal and are suitable for use. Do NOT install the system with different materials or objects than those approved for installation by Ortal. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents “” Denotes new or changed information from most recent version manual. General 2 Safety Information and Warnings Product Information Certification → Models Rating Label Installation 7 Prior to Installation Locate the Fireplace ... -
Page 4: Product Information
The fireplaces are not approved for closet installation. The fireplace must be installed according to Ortal requirements in addition to any local codes that may apply, such as USA: ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Canada: CSA B149. -
Page 5: Models
Propane Type: Power Vent Vent Size: 3”x5” co-axial NOTE: Venting is not supplied by Ortal with the fireplace. The fireplace is certified to be used with, and can be obtained from, the vent manufacturers outlined in “General Venting Requirements” section. -
Page 6: Rating Label
Rating Label The following figure shows a sample certification label for various product series. The fireplace rating label is found on a separate metal plate that is included with the fireplace. DEALERS/INSTALLERS: You MUST leave the fireplace’s rating label with the fireplace in an area easily accessible by the owner (typically near the access panel, if available). -
Page 7: Installation
Installation Prior to Installation Locate the Fireplace Keep the following factors in mind when selecting a location for the fireplace: Fireplace clearance requirements (review “General Clearances” sections starting on page 18). Heat release and air intake requirements (review “Heat Release” section on page 23 and “Air Intake” section on page 25). ... -
Page 8: Third Trip To Site: Startup
Securing the Fireplace During shipping, two L-shaped seismic brackets are attached from the fireplace to the crating for stabilization. These brackets must be re-used during installation to secure the fireplace to the back (or side) framing. It is crucial to the finishing that the fireplace is stable, level, and plumb. -
Page 9: Post-Installation
In addition, the installer must review and explain the following to the owner: Safety warnings Fireplace operation Warranty requirements Maintenance requirements Glass and firebox components are hot during and after operation. If any questions or concerns arise, owner must contact the local Ortal dealer/installer for support. ... -
Page 10: Building Around The Fireplace
Building Around the Fireplace Building Checklist The following building checklist is a quick reference for a typical Ortal Built-In Series fireplace installation. This list is not exhaustive and does not supplement thorough review of the installation manual. Fireplace Location: Ensure the location allows for min. 36” clearance from viewing area to combustibles and 12”... - Page 11 Framing Fireplace chase may be framed with either combustible (typically wood studs) or non-combustible framing (typically metal studs). Any framing within 18 inches from the top of the fireplace glass (viewing area) must be non-combustible. This does not apply to the framing to the back or side(s) of the fireplace; these may be combustible. The fireplace is non-load bearing.
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Page 12: Framing 11 → Framing Detail 11 → Framing Dimensions
→ Framing Dimensions The following diagrams are for illustrative purposes only. There are multiple approved installation scenarios. A flush application is not the only permitted application. The fireplace may be recessed into the wall. Refer to diagrams and values below and in the following pages for details. - Page 13 → Front Facing Series Framing Combustible Framing Non-Combustible Framing Firebox front top vent must have minimum 4” of clearance WARNING – MAINTAIN AIR FLOW CLEARANCE: to any material achieve sufficient airflow (see pg. 21) . Failure to do so could result in improper fireplace operation, property damage, or physical injury.
- Page 14 Corner (RS/LS) Series Framing Combustible Framing Non-Combustible Framing Firebox front top vent must have minimum 4” of clearance WARNING – MAINTAIN AIR FLOW CLEARANCE: to any material achieve sufficient airflow . Failure to do so could result in improper fireplace operation, property damage, or physical injury.
- Page 15 → Tunnel Series Framing Combustible Framing Non-Combustible Framing Firebox front top vent must have minimum 4” of clearance to WARNING – MAINTAIN AIR FLOW CLEARANCE: any material achieve sufficient airflow . Failure to do so could result in improper fireplace operation, property damage, or physical injury.
- Page 16 Three Side Series Framing Combustible Framing Non-Combustible Framing Firebox front top vent must have minimum 4” of clearance to WARNING – MAINTAIN AIR FLOW CLEARANCE: any material achieve sufficient airflow . Failure to do so could result in improper fireplace operation, property damage, or physical injury.
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Page 17: Chase Floor/Platform
” Type X Drywall Requirements Exterior side (i.e., room-facing side) of the framing must be covered with ” Type X Drywall (or equivalent). Finish material is installed on top of the drywall. This applies to combustible and non-combustible framing. Drywall is not required on the exterior portion of an insulated outside-facing wall. ”... -
Page 18: General Clearances
General Clearances Viewing Area Clearances The viewing area clearance zone is an area that extends perpendicular from the fireplace viewing area. The depth of the viewing area clearance zone depends on the combustibility of the material in question. Distance is measured from the fireplace heat barrier. Non-Combustible Materials Must be minimum 12 inches from fireplace viewing area. - Page 19 Firebox Clearance Maintain a 2-inch clearance from the back and/or side of the fireplace (depending on the model) to any material. Firebox Clearance Per Model Front Tunnel Corner: Left Side Corner: Ride Side Space Creator Three Side...
- Page 20 Clearance to Chase Ceiling Maintain a 12-inch clearance from the top of the fireplace viewing area to the lowest point of the ceiling or to any building materials. Minimum Chase Ceiling Clearance Diagram NOTES: A heat release is required for every installation, but it is not required to be split between the two sides of the chase as shown ...
- Page 21 Air Flow Clearance A 4-inch clearance from the heat barrier vent openings along the top of the fireplace is required. Framing and building material is NOT permitted in this area. Doing so will block the vents and cause the entire surrounding to overheat. NOTE: It is acceptable if the flat stud immediately above the fireplace hangs over heat barrier vents slightly when using standard metal framing (as shown in diagram above).
- Page 22 Clearance to a Side Wall The fireplace viewing area is zero-clearance to a side wall. A side wall is defined as a wall that meets the viewing area at a 90 angle. Corner Side Walls (Top View) Alcove Side Walls (Top View) = Building Material The temperature on the side wall can get as high as 150F above ambient temperature.
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Page 23: Heat Release
*Includes Built-In/Custom Curve & Island fireplaces. Heat release requirements do not apply to Curve & Island fireplaces with standard Ortal-provided hood options. For horizontal heat releases only, the height of the heat release must not exceed 1/3 of the width. (This does not apply to ... - Page 24 Vertical Heat Release: Split Front Vertical Heat Release: Full Side The heat release is oriented vertically and split between the two sides The heat release is oriented vertically. Entire heat release of the chase. is on one side of the fireplace chase. Split Front Vertical Heat Release Full Vertical Heat Release on One Side Sprinkler Clearance to Heat Release...
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Page 25: Air Intake
Minimum 250 sq. in. of free air space *Includes Built-In/Custom Curve & Island fireplaces. Curve & Island fireplaces with standard Ortal-provided base have an air intake already built into the base. The air intake can be in the form of a louvered/perforated ventilation grille, gap, or toe-kick (reveal). For louvered ventilation grilles, the net free air space allowed in the louvered area must be equal or greater than the minimum number of square inches required per fireplace. - Page 26 Air Intake for a Platform NOTE: Please refer to the “Platform” section for details on platform construction.
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Page 27: Mounting A Tv/Artwork
The decision to install a television above the fireplace is up to the discretion of the owner. TV and art manufacturers may specify that their product should not be installed on, near or above a heat source. Ortal will not be held liable for any adverse effects on a TV, artwork or other equipment located near the fireplace. - Page 28 Recessed TV/Artwork When the TV is mounted on a wall that recesses over fireplace, the TV must be at least 12 inches from the top of the fireplace glass viewing area. At 12 inches above the fireplace viewing area, maximum possible recess is 3 inches.
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Page 29: Access Panel
Access Panel An access panel is not required (see notes below for exception), but it is highly recommended. It allows for access to the fireplace’s gas and electrical components for servicing. NOTE: An access panel, or some other form of clear access, is required for power vented fireplaces. For servicing purposes, the power vent control box (located at the fireplace) must be easily accessible in a way that does not require removal of the fireplace glass. -
Page 30: Recessed Partial Ledge
Recessed Partial Ledge A ledge over the top of a fireplace that is less than 24 inches from the top of the fireplace viewing area must maintain a minimum of 12 inches from the top of the viewing area to the bottom of the building material. Entire structure must be non- combustible (framing and finish). -
Page 31: Structural Weight Support
The following drawing shows a recommended approach to this type of installation. Please note that these drawings are not to scale. All fireplace drawings with correct dimensions are available on the Ortal website. -
Page 32: Step-By-Step Chase Construction
Step 2 INSTALL FIREPLACE AND VENTING, RUN GAS AND ELECTRICAL Install the fireplace and venting. This must be completed by an authorized Ortal dealer (unless otherwise authorized by Ortal with written approval). Move the gas valve and receiver unit to the designated access panel location. If the fireplace will not have an access panel, keep gas valve and receiver unit directly underneath the fireplace. -
Page 33: Finishing
Finishing The following diagrams show various finish applications. Diagrams apply to both combustible and non-combustible finish material. IMPORTANT NOTES: All recessed installations must comply with applicable maximum overhang limit and side wall clearances. See “Maximum Overhang Depth” and “Clearance to a Side Wall” sections for details. No material is permitted to extend past the metal lip surrounding the fireplace viewing area. -
Page 34: Recessed Installation
Recessed Installation Diagram applies to both combustible and non-combustible finish material. The finish must maintain at least a ” clearance to the fireplace. Maximum Overhang Depth Overhang depth of a recessed fireplace must not exceed 12 inches. Overhang depth is measured from the edge of the fireplace lip to the out-most part of the wall (including finish material). -
Page 35: Venting
*Power Vent: a fan-assisted direct vent system that boosts airflow for vent configurations with too much constriction. Review “Vent Configurations” section to determine if your fireplace needs a power vent. See the Ortal Power Vent Manual for more details on power venting. -
Page 36: Vent Configurations
The following sections provide information for calculating vent configuration distances and elbows. For vent configurations that cannot conform to these guidelines, consider Ortal’s Power Vent System, or contact Ortal for assistance. Power Vent information can be found in the Power Vent Installation Manual. - Page 37 TERMINATION CAP NOTE: Low Profile Vertical Termination Cap and Sconce Horizontal Termination Cap can negatively impact flame appearance and are not recommended for use with the fireplace. Allowable Maximum Horizontal Runs Series 40-75 Series 110-130 Series 150-170 Series 200 Series 250 (includes 31H) V minimum = 0 ft V minimum = 3 ft...
- Page 38 Examples using a 110 Front...
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Page 39: Vent Restrictors
Restrictor Sizing Guidelines The restrictor sizing tables in this section determine the recommended restrictor for your vent configuration. These tables show Ortal’s recommendations only. The Environment, gas type and other factors may affect the best restrictor choice. - Page 40 Series 110-130 Fireplaces V Minimum = 3 Feet 44’ 2.75” 33’ 2.75” 1.97” 1.97” 1.97” 30’ 2.75” 1.97” 1.97” 1.97” 27’ 2.75” 1.97” 1.97” 1.97” 24’ 2.75” 2.75” 2.75” 1.97” 21’ 2.75” 2.75” 1.97” 1.97” 1.57” 1.18” 18’ 1.97” 1.97” 1.97”...
- Page 41 Series 200 Fireplaces V Minimum = 6 Feet 44’ 2.75” 33’ 2.75” 1.97” 1.97” 30’ 2.75” 1.97” 1.97” 1.97” 27’ 2.75” 1.97” 1.97” 1.97” 24’ 2.75” 1.97” 1.97” 1.57” 1.18” 21’ 2.75” 1.97” 1.57” 1.18” 1.18” 1.18” 18’ 1.97” 1.97” 1.57”...
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Page 42: Vent Clearances
Vent Clearances The following clearances apply to the vent system regardless of vent manufacturer. Vent Clearances Sides: 1 inch Applies to entire circumference when venting is oriented vertically. *Top: 3 inches Applies to venting with any amount of horizontal aspect. Bottom: 1 inch Applies to venting with any amount of horizontal aspect. -
Page 43: Termination
Termination Horizontal Termination Clearance Diagram Location Country Minimum Clearance Description Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony. US & 12 inches NOTE: On private property where termination is less than 7 feet above a sidewalk, driveway, Canada deck, porch, veranda, or balcony, use of a listed cap shield is suggested. ... - Page 44 Covered Alcove: spaces open only on one side and with an overhang Horizontal Termination Clearances Continued: Covered Alcove Application Location Country Minimum Clearance Description Clearance under non-vinyl veranda, porch, deck, balcony, or overhang. NOTE: Termination in a covered alcove space is permitted with the dimensions specified. 1.
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Page 45: Vertical Termination Clearance Diagram
Vertical Termination Clearance Diagram NOTE: This chart does not apply to a chimney shroud application. See the “Chimney Shroud” section on the next page for more information. TERMINATION CAP NOTE: A Low Profile Vertical Termination Cap can negatively impact flame appearance and is not recommended for use with the fireplace. -
Page 46: Chimney Shroud
Chimney Shroud Top Open Keep a minimum 6-inch clearance around the diameter of the cap’s side edge and extending above and below the cap. Sides Open Keep a minimum 6-inch clearance around the diameter of the cap’s side edge, and a minimum 10-inch clearance above the top of the cap. -
Page 47: Vent Maintenance
failure to conform to all installation requirements will void the applicable warranty. This appliance must be properly connected to a venting system in accordance with the Ortal’s installation instructions. Operation of this appliance when not connected to a properly installed and maintained venting system can result in carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and possibly death. -
Page 48: Vent Configuration
Vent Configuration Minimum Vertical Rise: 10 feet (see diagram below) Maximum Vertical Rise: 40 feet (see diagram below) Offsets: Two 45˚ offsets may be used directly on the fireplace with up to a 6-foot section between them. The minimum ... -
Page 49: Gas
The fireplaces are approved for use with natural gas (NG) or propane (LP) only. No other fuel types are permitted. Gas Pressures Inlet Heat Input Manifold Pressures Fireplace Burner Burner (BTU/hr.) Gas Type Pressure Orifice Sizes* (Inch W.C.) Series Size Type (Inch W.C.) Natural Gas... -
Page 50: Routing The Gas Line
Gas conversion (NG to LP or LP to NG) can be done in the field. Gas conversion must be performed only by technicians who have specific authorization by Ortal to change these components. The conversion kit must be supplied by Ortal. Using parts from other manufacturers or having an unauthorized party performing the conversion will void your fireplace’s warranty. -
Page 51: Gas And Electrical Components
Gas and Electrical Components Assemblies and components are listed and described in the tables following the figure. For Series 40 – 170 (including H) Serial #21818-28183, and Series 200-250 (included H) Serial #21818 & forward Part Part Description Description Number Number Orifice LPG Electrode Target Type... - Page 52 Pilot Base Connection fitting 4mm One-piece Thermocouple NG Fitting for main line inlet to gas valve GV60 Thermocouple LPG The manufacturer of Ortal’s gas and electrical components is Mertik Maxitrol. For information on these components, please visit the manufacturer’s website: www.mertikmaxitrol.com ...
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Page 53: Electrical
Electrical WARNING: Disconnect the power supply before servicing any electrical components. Electrical Requirements A duplex receptacle with two outlets (not included) must be installed in the location where the gas and electrical components will be placed, which must be to the side or back of the fireplace within 36 inches of the pilot (see diagram in “Routing the Gas Line” section). Electrical work should be performed by a qualified licensed electrician, per local code. -
Page 54: Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagrams The following diagrams show the electrical wiring required for different feature combinations. Wiring Diagram: Screen Fireplace... - Page 55 Wiring Diagram: Screen Fireplace with Interior Lighting...
- Page 56 Wiring Diagram: Double Glass Fireplace...
- Page 57 Wiring Diagram: Double Glass Fireplace with Interior Lighting...
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Page 58: Home Automation Wiring Diagram
Interior Design Media Ortal offers interior media options such as stones, glass, logs, and embers that can provided with the fireplace. This section provides guidelines for safe placement of media. It is crucial that the placement guidelines outlined below are followed as a large portion of flame quality issues are caused by improper media setup. -
Page 59: Media Placement Guidelines
Media Placement Guidelines When installing media, adhere to the following general guidelines: Keep the media back from the pilot hood so at least one burner port is open. Crowding around the pilot hood may hinder lighting and could result in potential damage to the fireplace and surrounding area or personal injury. Do not use the hood to support media. -
Page 60: Log Media Placement
Log Media Placement Place the logs carefully to block as few ports as possible. If a log is placed over a port, block the port with a “coin” to keep the flame from creating soot on the media or to manipulate the look of the flame. COINS Block as few ports as possible, and no more than 30% of total ports. -
Page 61: Operation
Operation WARNING – Read these instructions carefully before lighting the fireplace. Four operation options are available for use with the fireplace: 10-Button Remote Control Handset (default option, always included with the fireplace) Puck Handset (optional accessory) Wall Switch (optional accessory) ... -
Page 62: Puck Handset
Turning the Fireplace On 1. Press the button until you hear continuous beeping, and a blinking series of lines confirms the start sequence has begun; release buttons. 2. Main gas flows once pilot ignition is confirmed. 3. The system automatically goes into Manual Mode after main burner ignition. NOTE: When pilot ignition is confirmed, motor turns automatically to maximum flame height. -
Page 63: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Instructions for operating the Puck Handset are shown below. Turning the Fireplace On/Off Firmly press and hold the button until two short beeps confirms the start sequence has begun; release button. OFF: Firmly press the button. Increase/Decrease Flame Height INCREASE: To increase flame height, press and hold... -
Page 64: Wall Switch
Wall Switch Control Option Radio Frequency Power Supply Wall Switch IMPORTANT: For safety/communication purposes, the 10-button handset must be located within 26 feet of the receiver. Operating Instructions Turning the Fireplace On/Off ON: Press and hold the ON-OFF button until two short beeps confirms the start sequence has begun;... -
Page 65: Myfire App
To download the MyFire app, search “MyFire” at the Apple App Store or Google Play. Operating Instructions For setup and operating instructions of the MyFire app, see the Homeowner’s Fireplace Operation Manual, or visit the Ortal website or www.myfireapp.com. MyFire Wi-Fi Box The MyFire Wi-Fi router box provides the Wi-Fi connection that allows the MyFire App to operate the fireplace. -
Page 66: Fireplace Maintenance
Submerged Parts Do not use the fireplace if any part has been under water, or if you suspect that it may have been under water. The Ortal dealer service technician must inspect and, if necessary, replace any parts of the control system and any gas controls which have been under water. - Page 67 © Ortal 2022 Version 3.7, February 2022 SKU: KPMANUALUS3.7 Ortal USA 8421 Canoga Ave Canoga Park, CA 91304 T: (818) 238-7000 | F: (818) 678-0541 info@ortalheat.com | www.ortalheat.com ...
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