Installation; Prior To Installation; Locate The Fireplace; Fireplace Installation - ORTAL 44HH Series Installation And Operation Manual

NOTE: Provide the contractor with a printed copy of the "Building Checklist" on page 10 and review requirements with
them.

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" section on page 15).
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Heat release and air intake requirements (review "Heat Release" section on page 16, and "Air Intake Opening" section on
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page 18).
Adequate space for servicing.
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Access panel recommendations (review "Access Panel" section on page 22).
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Minimum vertical vent rise, allowed horizontal lengths, and number and orientation of elbows (review "Vent Configurations"
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section on page 29).
Framing and finishing requirements (review "Framing" section on page 11 and "Finishing" section on page 26).
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Front wall installation and finishes to be completed after fireplace and vent installation (review "Step-by-Step Chase
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Construction" section on page 25).
Floor or Platform requirements (review "Chase Floor/Platform" section on page 11).
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Fireplace Installation

Use the following guidelines to ensure a smooth installation. The installation sequence is divided into three phases: Planning,
Installation, and Startup.

First Trip to Site: Planning

Consult with the contractor and go over all requirements:
Chase framing requirements.
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5 / " Type X Drywall (or equivalent) requirements.
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Heat release requirements.
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Air Intake requirements
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Access panel size and location.
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Gas and electrical specs and location.
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Vent configuration.
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Finishing details.
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NOTE: Provide the contractor with a printed copy of the "Building Checklist" on page 10 and review requirements with
them.

Second Trip to Site: Installation

Confirm the following items are properly located and built to specification:
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Framing (with
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Platform
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Gas and electrical
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Access panel (if applicable)
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Heat release
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Air intake
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Clear a path free of any possible obstruction to carry in the fireplace.
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Uncrate the fireplace and set in place.
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Make sure all zero-clearance metal stand-offs on the outside of the fireplace are fully extended.
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Secure the fireplace to the framing by attaching the nailing flanges to the framing. See "Securing the Fireplace" section on
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page 9.
Remove all zip ties.
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Optional: Remove gas and electrical components from metal shipping plate if desired.
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Move the components to the access panel location. Be mindful of the routing for future service needs.
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Install the vent components. See "Vent Installation" section on page 9.
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Review the front wall requirements (see "Step-by-Step Chase Construction" section on page 25) and finishing details with
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the contractor.
Protect the fireplace and components from damage.
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Installation

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