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Heat & Glo RUTH42-B Installation Manual

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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
NOTICE: DO NOT discard this manual!
Model(s):

WOODBURNING FIREPLACE

Installation and service of this
appliance should be performed by
qualified personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies recommends HHT
Factory Trained or NFI certified
professionals.
Heat & Glo • Rutherford 42-B Installation Manual • 4059-712 • Rev O • 09/28/15
Installation Manual
Installation and Fireplace Setup
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• DO NOT overfire. Overfiring will void your
warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-
bustibles as specified. Failure to comply may
cause house fire.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fireplace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable
materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other flammable
materials away.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overfire and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
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  • Page 1: Woodburning Fireplace

    Installation Manual Installation and Fireplace Setup INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation. OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference. NOTICE: DO NOT discard this manual! WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. • WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. • CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. •...
  • Page 3 Date Installed: Lot/Address Location of Fireplace: Installer: Model (circle one): RUTH42-B Dealer/Distributor Phone # Serial #: WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Failure to install fireplace acording to these instructions can lead to a fire or explosion. IF NO, WHY? Fireplace Install Verified that the chase is insulated and sealed.

  • Page 4: Product Specific & Important Safety Information

    Product Specific & Important Safety Information B. Non-Combustible Materials A. Fireplace Certification • Materials which will not ignite and burn, composed of This fireplace system has been tested and listed in accor- any combination of the following: dance with UL 127 standards by Underwriters Laboratories Steel - Iron Inc.

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started A. Typical Fireplace System Termination cap Additional lateral support for chimney above roof (or enclosed in chase) if needed Storm Collar Non-combustible roof flashing maintains minimum clearance Chimney penetrates roof around chimney preferably without affecting roof rafters Support straps on rafter supports chimney (not shown) Offset/Return (with hanger straps)

  • Page 6: Design And Installation Considerations

    B. Design and Installation Considerations Consideration should be given to these factors before deciding on a location. NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation. NOTICE: In addition to these framing dimensions, also • Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and reference the following section: national codes and regulations.

  • Page 7: Locating Fireplace & Chimney

    2. Locating Fireplace & Chimney Location of the fireplace and chimney will affect perfor- mance. • Install the outside air kit with the intake facing prevailing • Install within the warm airspace enclosed by the building winds during the heating season. envelope.

  • Page 8: Tools And Supplies Needed

    C. Tools and Supplies Needed E. Fireplace System Requirements Before beginning the installation be sure the following The Heatilator fireplace system requirements consist of tools and building supplies are available: the following: Reciprocating saw Framing material • Fireplace Molded brick panels (hearth panel Included with Pliers Non-combustible sealant fireplace, side and back panels sold separately)

  • Page 9: Framing And Clearances

    Framing and Clearances A. Fireplace Dimensions 11 in. 281 mm 37 1/8 in. 943 mm 27 1/2 in. 74° TYP. 699 mm Transition included with unit 97 1/2in. 2477 mm 74 1/8 in. 1883 mm 70 3/4 in. 1797 mm Gas Line Gas Line Knockout...

  • Page 10: Clearances

    B. Clearances Minimum Clearances to Combustibles WARNING! Risk of Fire! WITHIN ENCLOSURE AREA Fireplace to backwall 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) You must comply with all minimum air space clearances to combustibles as specified in Figure 3.2. DO NOT pack Fireplace to sidewall 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) required air spaces with insulation or other materials. Top standoffs to header 0 in.

  • Page 11: Construct The Chase

    C. Construct the Chase Round Termination Cap A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose the fireplace and/or its vent system. Vertical chimneys that Storm Collar run on the outside of a building must be installed inside a Metal Chase Top chase.

  • Page 12: Frame The Fireplace

    D. Frame the Fireplace NOTICE: Hearth extension design must be determined WARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum clear- before installation of fireplace. ances specified. • A minimum 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) air clearance must be If the fireplace is placed on the floor, the maximum height maintained at the back and sides of the fireplace of a finished raised hearth is 3-3/4”, if you want a higher assembly.

  • Page 13: Secure And Level The Fireplace

    E. Secure and Level the Fireplace This fireplace may be placed on either a combustible or noncombustible continuous flat surface. Slide the fireplace into position. Be sure to provide the minimum 1-1/2 in. air clearance at the sides and 1-1/2 in. at the back of the fireplace.

  • Page 14: Outside Air Kit

    G. Outside Air Kit CAUTION! Risk of Cuts/Abrasions. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal Outside air kits must be used for combustion and to pro- edges are sharp. vide cooling air to prevent overheating. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends you utilize the shortest duct run to optimize the performance of the outside air kit.

  • Page 15: Chimney And Termination Requirements

    Chimney and Termination Requirements A. Chimney Requirements NOTICE: You must provide support for the pipe during construction and check to be sure inadvertent loading has Vertical distances are measured from the base of the not dislodged the chimney section from the fireplace or at fireplace as shown in Figure 4.1. any chimney joint. Table 4.1 Chimney Requirements Table 4.2 Chimney Component Dimensions •...

  • Page 16: Offsets/Returns

    B. Offsets/Returns • Use an offset/return to bypass overhead obstructions. • An offset and return can be used as a single entity or separated by chimney section(s). WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT use offset/returns greater than 30°. Chimney draft will be restricted and could cause overheating and fire. Secure offsets with screws ( not to exceed 1/2” / 13 mm in length) Secure returns with strapping. Straight chimney sections may be secured with screws. Keep chimney sections from separating or twisting. •...

  • Page 17: Termination Requirements

    C. Termination Requirements • Install a cap approved and listed for this fireplace system. • Locate cap where it will not become plugged by snow or other materials. • Locate cap away from trees or other structures. • The bottom of the termination cap must be at least 3 ft (.91 m) above the roof AND at least 2 ft (.61 m) above any portion of roof within 10 ft (3.05 m).

  • Page 18: Chimney Installation

    Chimney Installation A. Typical Chimney System NOTICE: Chimney performance may vary. • Trees, buildings, roof lines and wind conditions affect performance. • Chimney height may need adjustment if smoking or overdraft occurs. Termination Cap Chimney must extend beyond combustible roof structure Additional support for Maintain minimum tall chimneys height of chimney above roof Storm Collar Maintain minimum Install roof flashing clearances to according to minimum...

  • Page 19: Assemble Chimney Sections

    B. Assemble Chimney Sections C. Install Chimney Air Kit (optional) Use only those components described in this manual. • Follow instructions included with accessory. Substitute or damaged chimney components could impair safe operation and cause overheating and fire. Attach either a straight chimney section or an offset to the top of the fireplace (depending on your installation require- Chimney ment).

  • Page 20: Secure Offset/Return

    D. Secure Offset/Return ROOM ABOVE (non-insulated ceiling) When offsets and returns are joined to straight pipe sec- tions, they must be locked into position with the screws (outer only). To prevent gravity from pulling the chimney sections apart, the returns and the chimney stabilizers have hanger straps for securing these parts to joists or raf- ters.

  • Page 21: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    F. Install Attic Insulation Shield WARNING! Risk of Fire! You MUST install an attic insu- lation shield when there is any possibility of insulation or other combustible material coming into contact with the Insert three chimney. screws • DO NOT pack insulation between the chimney and the attic insulation shield. • Failure to keep insulation and other materials away from chimney pipe could cause fire.

  • Page 22: Roof Penetration

    G. Roof Penetration • Refer to Figure 5.9. • Plumb from roof to center of chimney. • Drive a nail up through roof to mark center of pipe. • Measure to either side of nail and mark the 17 in. x 17 in.

  • Page 23: Termination Cap Requirements

    I. Termination Cap Requirements Assemble Termination • Install a cap approved and listed for this fireplace system. storm collar around extended • Locate cap where it will not become plugged by snow termination cap or other materials. pipe once cap is •...
  • Page 24 Assemble storm collar Place waterproof sealer Termination around extended under each flange of the Remove 2 screws Cap (not shown) termination cap termination cap and on from front & back pipe top of each screw to to lift the top off once cap is help prevent leaks.

  • Page 25: Shrouds

    Shrouds 1. Open Top Shroud WARNING! Risk of Fire! Shrouds must be constructed as specified. Improper construction may overheat TR11/TR11T TV (top vent) caps do not require radiation chase top. shield. Shrouds may be field constructed where permitted by regional building codes. NOTICE: Some regional codes require an agency-Listed Min. Radiation shroud. Consult your local building officials.

  • Page 26: Mailbox Style Shroud

    2. Mailbox Style Shroud Radiation shield required Minimum Opening Height 3 in. (76 mm) Min. Opening Height Min. Height above bottom of termination TR11/11T TR11/11T TV Min, Base Dim Min. Base Dims. Radiation Min. 34 x 34 28 x 30 Shield Base Dim Min, Opening Width...

  • Page 27: Finishing

    Finishing A. Finishing Material Refer to Sections 1.B. and Sections 1.C. for combustible/ non-combustible materials. Refer to Figure 7.1 for non- These surfaces combustible zone. must be covered with non-combustible WARNING! Risk of Fire! You must maintain clearances. material. Non-combustible • Do NoT cover metal fireplace front with combustible sealant.
  • Page 28 VERY IMPORTANT: Allow the mortar 72 hours to cure before operating the fireplace. The noncombustible finishing material across the top of fireplace opening will be even with lower edge of metal face. If Mortar is applied, it should be applied after Noncombustible finishing finishing material is installed.

  • Page 29: Hearth Extension, Building And Finishing

    B. Hearth Extension, Building and Finishing WARNING! Risk of Fire! High temperatures, sparks, em- bers or other burning material falling from the fireplace may ignite flooring or concealed combustible surfaces. • Protective metal hearth strips MUST be installed. • Hearth extensions MUST be installed exactly as specified. A hearth extension must be installed with all fireplaces to 12 in. protect the combustible floor in front of the fireplace from (305 mm) both radiant heat and sparks.

  • Page 30: Fireplace Installed Flush On The Floor And Hearth Extension Raised To Bottom Of Firebox Opening

    1. Fireplace Installed Flush on the Floor and Note: The bottom of the fireplace Hearth Extension Raised to Bottom of Firebox opening is 3-3/4 in. (95.3 mm) Opening above the bottom of the fireplace. Finished hearth must Non-combustible flooring a minimum of 20 in. (508 NOT extend above this level.

  • Page 31: Raised Hearth Extension And Raised Fireplace

    2. Raised Hearth Extension and Raised Fire- place Non-combustible flooring a minimum of 20 in. (508 mm) in front of and 12 in. (305 mm) to each side of the fuel opening is required. The hearth framing must be constructed of non-com- bustible materials (such as metal framing or equivalent material) and placed on HX3(s) or HX4(s) and 1/2 in.

  • Page 32: Fireplace Opening And Hearth Extension Flush With The Floor

    3. Fireplace Opening and Hearth Extension C. Non-Combustible Sealant Material Flush with the Floor After completing the framing and applying the facing Non-combustible flooring a minimum of 20 in. (508 mm) materials over the framing, a bead of non-combustible in front of and 12 in. (305 mm) to each side of the fuel sealant must be used to close off any gaps at the top opening is required.

  • Page 33: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    D. Sidewalls/Surrounds E. Mantel and Wall Projections • Locate adjacent combustible sidewalls a minimum of 24 The combustible mantel may have a maximum depth of 12 in. (610 mm) from fireplace opening. in. (305 mm). Positioned 22 in. (559 mm) above the open- ing.

  • Page 34: Fireplace Setup

    Fireplace Setup C. Install Side Molded Brick Panel A. Install Hearth Molded Brick Panel • If a gas line is to be installed, remove the knockouts in • Place hearth panel into the fireplace. the inner firebox and in the outer shell on the side of B.

  • Page 35: Install Screens

    D. Install Screens • Lay one screen panel flat and slide the round end of the rod through the rings starting at the handle side of the screen. Leave the last ring off the rod. • Insert the rod through the hole in the bracket. Slip the last ring over the rod on the other side of the bracket.

  • Page 36: Gas Log/Lighter Provision

    G. Gas Log/Lighter Provision WARNING! Fire and/or Asphyxiation Risk! Use with solid wood fuel or decorative gas appliance only. Gas fire Outer shell generates fumes. of fireplace Firebox • Do NoT install unvented gas logs Maintain air clearance to combustibles. • Damper must be locked fully open when gas logs are installed Refractory Combustible A certified gas log lighter or decorative gas log set can be Seal with materials fireplace mortar...

  • Page 37: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Chimney Components The following pictures show only those chimney components which may be safely used with this fireplace. Catalog # Description CAK8A Chimney Air Kit ID4/ID6 Insulated Duct/Outside Air 13 in. 11 in. UD4/UD6 Uninsulated Duct/Outside Air (330 mm) (279 mm) SL1106...
  • Page 38 Inside Diameter 11 in. (279 mm) 21 in. Outside (533 mm) 17 in. (432 mm) Diameter 13 in. (330 mm) SL1130 Offset/Return Catalog # FS538 0-deg. 17 in. 432 mm FS540 30-deg. 26 in. 660 mm 15-1/4 in. (387 mm) Assembled Diameter: 17 in./432 mm Height: 24 in./610 mm...
  • Page 39 15-3/4 in. (400 mm) 31-3/4 in. (806 mm) TR11 - Round Termination Cap 34-5/8 in. (879 mm) 32-3/8 in. TR11-TV - Round Termination Cap (822 mm) 34-3/8 in (873 mm) TR11T - Round Telescoping Termination Cap TR-TVK 23 in. (584 mm) 19 in.
  • Page 40 LDS-BV Decorative Shroud Catalog # 12.5 15.5 LDS-BV DTS134/DTS146 DTO134/DTO146 Decorative Caps DTO134 DTO146 22.7 1168 DTS134 21.18 DTS146 21.18 1168 Heat & Glo • Rutherford 42-B Installation Manual • 4059-712 • Rev O • 09/28/15...

  • Page 41: Optional Components

    B. Optional Components 52 in. 66 in. (1321 mm) (1676 mm) 16 in. 20 in. (406 mm) (508 mm) HX3 Hearth Extension HX4 Hearth Extension 1/2 in. (13 mm) 1/2 in. (13 mm) ID4/6 Insulated Duct 6 in. (152.4 mm) i.d. 42 in.
  • Page 42 LDS33/LDS46 Decorative Shroud Catalog # LDS33 LDS46 1219 1829 LDSCPM - Corner Post Kit (for custom sizes) LDS-BV Decorative Shroud Catalog # 12.5 15.5 LDS-BV See your Heat & Glo dealer for a complete list of optional components. Heat & Glo • Rutherford 42-B Installation Manual • 4059-712 • Rev O • 09/28/15...
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