TJERNLUND SS2G SIDESHOT (DISCONTINUED) 8504075 REV 1 1198 Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 14

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MAINTENANCE

INSTALLER AND USER REQUIREMENTS

A vent system inspection must be performed annually by a qualified service agency.  The inspection should include the operation
circuit check, safety interlock test, combustion air test and a  visual  inspection of the complete vent system for corrosion, blockage
or leaks.  Any corrosion, blockage or leaks detected must be repaired or replaced immediately.

MOTOR OILING 

The SS2G Motor has sealed ball bearings and requires no oiling.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE ASSISTANCE

1.  If you have any questions about your Power Venter or if it requires adjustment, repair or routine maintenance, we suggest 

that you contact your installer, contractor or service agency.

2.  If you require technical information contact Tjernlund Products, Inc. at 1-800-255-4208.

When contacting Tjernlund Products, Inc., please have the following information available:

1.  Model of the Power Venter as shown on the label attached to Power Venter.
2.  Name and address of installer and any service agency who performed work on Power Venter.
3.  Date of original installation and dates any service work was performed.
4.  Details of the problem as you can best describe them.

LIMITED PARTS WARRANTY AND CLAIM PROCEDURE

Tjernlund Products, Inc. warrants the components of the SideShot for two years from date of installation.  This warranty covers
defects in material and workmanship.  This warranty does not cover normal maintenance, transportation or installation charges  for
replacement parts or any other service calls or repairs.  This warranty DOES NOT cover the complete SS2G if it is operative,
except for the defective part.

Tjernlund Products, Inc. will issue credit or provide a free part to replace one that becomes defective during the two year warranty
period.  If the part is over 30 months old, proof of date of the installation in the form of the contractor sales/installation receipt is
necessary to prove the unit has been in service for under two years.  All receipts should include the date code of the SideShot to
ensure that the defective component corresponds with the complete unit.  This will help preclude possible credit refusal.

1.) Follow troubleshooting guide to determine defective component.  If unable to determine faulty component, contact your 

Tjernlund distributor or Tjernlund Products Technical Customer Service Department  at 1-800-255-4208 for troubleshooting 
assistance.

2.) After the faulty component is determined, return it to your Tjernlund distributor for replacement.  Please include SideShot date 

code component was taken from.  The date code is located on the Electrical Box coverplate.  If the date code is older than 30 
months you will need to provide a copy of the original installation receipt to your distributor.  Credit or replacement will only be 
issued to a Tjernlund distributor after the defective part has been returned prepaid to Tjernlund.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Product installed contrary to our installation instructions
Product that has been altered, neglected or misused
Product that has been wired incorrectly
Product that has been damaged by a malfunctioning or mistuned burner
Any freight charges related to the return of the defective part
Any labor charges related to evaluating and replacing the defective part

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Component

Part Number

Motor  

950-0015

Proving Switch

950-0016

Relay/Timer (approx. 45 second nonadjustable delay)

950-0014

Relay/Timer ( 1 to 10 minute adjustable delay)

950-1067      

Impeller 

950-0008

High Limit Switch

950-0018

Venter Housing

950-0009

Cooling Fan

950-0020

TJERNLUND LIMITED TWO  YEAR WARRANTY

Tjernlund Products, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser of this product that the product will be free from defects due to faulty material or workmanship for a period of (2) years from the date of
original purchase or delivery to the original purchaser, whichever is earlier.  Remedies under this warranty are limited to repairing or replacing, at our option, any product which shall, within the
above stated warranty period, be returned to Tjernlund Products, Inc. at the address listed below, postage prepaid.  THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE
DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF, AND TJERNLUND PRODUCTS, INC. EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.  THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND NO AGENT IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR US ANY LIABILITY ADDI -
TIONAL TO THOSE SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.  IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE STATED DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.  Some states do not
allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so that limitation may not apply to you.  In addition, some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam -
ages, so that above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.  This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from State to State.  Send all
inquiries regarding warranty work to Tjernlund Products, Inc. 1601 9th Street, White Bear Lake, MN 55110-6794.  Phone (651) 426-2993 • (800) 255-4208 • Fax (651) 426-9547.

Summary of Contents for SS2G SIDESHOT (DISCONTINUED) 8504075 REV 1 1198

Page 1: ... INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING INSTALLA TION OR OPERATION FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN IMPROPER INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE POSSIBLY RESULTING IN FIRE ELECTRICAL SHOCK CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING EXPLO SION PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE DO NOT DESTROY PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE MODEL SS2G INSTALLATION ...

Page 2: ...s heating equipment It is factory assem bled and wired The SS2G automatically vents the flue gases from heating equipment to the outdoors By recirculating indoor air with a cooling fan surrounding combustible materials remain at safe temperatures After each burner cycle the SS2G will continue to operate for a nonadjustable timed period of approximately 45 seconds to purge the heater and vent of re...

Page 3: ... through the Fan Proving Switch must not exceed its nameplate ratings 5 Vent runs of over 15 linear feet require the use of an approved insulated vent connector to prevent problems related to condensation CAUTIONS The Power Venter must be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with these instructions and all local codes or in their absence in accordance with the latest edition of The Nat...

Page 4: ...hould be recognized that generalized proce dures cannot anticipate all situations Accordingly in some cases deviation from this procedure may be necessary to determine safe operation of the equipment a Perform this procedure prior to any attempt at modifications of the appliance or installation of the SS2G b If it is determined there is a condition which could result in unsafe operation shut off t...

Page 5: ...jeopardize people overheat combustible structures or enter buildings Not to be less than 10 feet from an adjacent building The SS2G is also Listed to terminate a minimum of 12 inches from soffits decks or adjacent sidewalls It is not recommended for the SS2G to be terminated on a wall that faces the direction of the prevailing winds Backdrafts by severe winds can interrupt equipment operation 4 DI...

Page 6: ...e rectangular opening should be no larger than 10 1 2 in width by 8 1 2 in height See Diagram C 6 Knock out block material exposing rectangular opening through the wall DIAGRAM C INSTALLING SS2G VENT CABINET 1 a Fold SS2G Vent Cabinet template Page 14 along dashed line and attach between the floor joists ensuring that it is snug against the sill plate and centered between the floor joists Follow s...

Page 7: ... isolation Use the prepunched holes on the wall bracket as a template to mark holes to be drilled into the side wall for mounting screws See Diagram H 4 a If installing the bracket into a wood wall drill 2 pilot holes at each point established in step 3 with a 1 8 drill bit approximately 1 deep and install the screws provided to secure the bracket to the wall b If installing the bracket into a mas...

Page 8: ...round inlet pipe from box 2 Align the 4 slots of the inlet pipe to the 3 pins and proving switch sensing tube push pipe up until it bottoms out in the SS2G inlet 3 Turn the inlet collar clockwise to lock in place See Diagram I IMPORTANT After vent pipe is installed verify inlet pipe is locked tightly in place INSTALLATION OF VENT PIPE The SS2G inlet is designed to accept 4 single wall or type B ve...

Page 9: ...is energized Normal combustion sequence for the furnace begins induced draft furnace blower starts its proving switch makes energizing ignition control and or gas valve DO NOT OPERATE THE FURNACE WITHOUT THE FAN PROVING SWITCH WIRED INTO THE 24V FURNACE CIRCUIT NOTE When Power Venter is interlocked with a thermostat wire all zones circulators and limits as would normally be done if venting into a ...

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Page 11: ...h fire If the draft appears excessive turn the draft adjustment knob counterclockwise and repeat steps A through C 4 Lock the draft adjustment knob in place by tightening the locking nut behind the bracket See Diagram K 5 Turn off appliances and exhaust fans activated for draft adjustment procedure DIAGRAM K COMBUSTION AIR Adequate combustion air is vital for proper combustion and for safe venting...

Page 12: ...ss W C at thermostat No call for heat Contact Tjernlund Products Inc for additional assistance 24 Volts present Step 1 Confirm that thermostat is not calling for heat Step 2 With the Power Venter running remove the ORANGE wire on Relay Timer terminal 5 Result Power Venter should shut off within approximately 45 seconds Yes 24 Volts not present SYMPTOM 2 POWER VENTER DOES NOT RUN DURING CALL FOR HE...

Page 13: ... to SS2G Check Fan Proving Switch tube for clear passage Step 5 Remove call for heat to SS2G Remove the BLUE and YELLOW wires from SS2G Proving Switch Activate thermostat to call for heat With SS2G running check for continuity across the COM and N O terminals of Fan Proving Switch Result Contacts on switch should be closed Step 7 Reset the SS2G High Limit by depressing the button located on the ce...

Page 14: ...rnlund distributor for replacement Please include SideShot date code component was taken from The date code is located on the Electrical Box coverplate If the date code is older than 30 months you will need to provide a copy of the original installation receipt to your distributor Credit or replacement will only be issued to a Tjernlund distributor after the defective part has been returned prepai...

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