INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
ecopower
®
EP900 Hybrid Ventilator
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
• Check all components are in the carton.
• It is advisable to test the
ecopwer
turbine, this can be done by connecting it to a power supply.
NOTE: A qualified electrician must do this.
METAL ROOf (CORRUgATED, kLIPLOCk, TRIM DECk, ETC) UNDER RIDgE INSTALLATION
CONTENTS Of PACkAgES - COMPLETE UNIT wITH VARIPITCH AND fLASHINg
Turbine
Varipitch Throat
flashing
Also:
Warranty
Installation Instructions
NOTE:
The ecopower does
not include a control device.
Fig 2
Insert
screw into
Varipitch
clip
Infill
Ridge or apex
Best position for
weatherproofing
Fig 3
Trimmers
Step 1
Select the appropriate position on the roof as referred to in (Fig 2), ensuring the ventilator will
not be sheltered from the wind. Place the base flashing under the ridge cap.
Note:
When selecting the position of the vent, the means of weather proofing needs to be
taken into account; the most efficient means is to locate the flashing under the ridge cap.
Step 2
Ensure that the flashing covers the corrugations or ribs equally, then mark a circle using the
flashing as a template. Cut hole. Once the hole has been cut, turn up the corrugations or pans.
Note:
If the purlin spacing is greater than 1000mm, trimmers may be required. Install the
trimmers between the purlins on either side of the opening (Fig 2). Do not cover the opening
(Fig 3).
Secure the flashing to the roof (for number of fasteners see Table 1). If trimmers are used
ensure the flashing is secured to the trimmers. It is recommended that an infill be used on the
low side of the flashing. Coat all fasteners with silicone to ensure they are weatherproof.
Step 3
When a Varipitch throat is being used, sit the Varipitch on the flashing and rotate the top and
bottom halves until the top of the Varipitch is level (horizontal); it is recommended that a level
be used (Fig 3). Fix the Varipitch to the flashing (for number of fasteners see Table 1).
Handling
Due to the weight of the turbine it is recommended that the ecopower EP900 turbine is always
lifted by 2 people.
Lifting
The ecopower EP900 turbine is fitted with a lift point located under the bracket assembly that
allows the unit to be lifted upside down (Fig 1). To lift the ecopower using a crane or similar
device, carefully turn the turbine over*, attach the crane hook or sling to the lifting point and
carefully lift the ecopower turbine into position.
*Caution: The dome can be easily scratched or dented.
wARNINg: THE ECOPOwER EP900 TURbINE wEIgHS 30kg.
Fig 1
wARNINg:
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL UNIT wHEN POwER IS CONNECTED.
THE TURbINE wILL SPIN.