INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
ecopower
®
EP400 & EP600 Hybrid Ventilator
Table 1 -
Recommended Fastener Quantities
Unit Size
(mm)
Head to
Varipitch
Varipitch to
Flashing
Flashing to Roof
(Locate 4 close to
Varipitch)
400
6
6
12
600
9
9
16
Either: 10 gauge 16mm tek screws with neo or 5/32 blind rivets are
recommended. When non sealed rivets are used apply silicone over
the rivets to seal.
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 PACkAgE(S) - COMPLETE UNIT wITH VARIPITCH AND fLASHINg
Turbine
Varipitch Throat
flashing
Also:
2 x Fixing Straps
Warranty
Installation Instructions
NOTE:
The ecopower does
not include a control device.
Fig 1
Insert
screw into
Varipitch
clip
Infill
Ridge or apex
Best position for
weatherproofing
Fig 2
Trimmers
Step 1
Select the appropriate position on the roof as referred to in (Fig 1), 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 600mm, trimmers may be required. Install the
trimmers between the purlins on either side of the opening (Fig 1). Do not cover the opening
(Fig 2).
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 2). Fix the Varipitch to the flashing (for number of fasteners see Table 1).
Step 4
Secure the two halves of the Varipitch by inserting self tapping screws or blind rivets into the
Varipitch clips. Run a bead of silicone around the inside of the Varipitch seam.
Note:
DO NOT apply silicone to joint between flashing and Varipitch. This is a natural gutter to
release any trapped condensation.
Step 5
Fit the turbine to the Varipitch (Fig 3). Check that it is level and adjust by tilting if necessary.
Fasten the turbine to the top of the Varipitch (for number of fasteners see Table 1).
wARNINg:
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL UNIT wHEN POwER IS CONNECTED.
THE TURbINE wILL SPIN.
Run a
bead of
silicone
around
Varipitch
joint
(inside)
Ridge
or apex
Fig 3
