We have designed your new ONYX2 to be easy to install, operate and maintain. It is in your best interest to become familiar with it. Study your manual to be sure that the installation is correct, then follow the guidelines for operation and maintenance.
Use only firelogs that have been evaluated for fireplace use. In Canada, they should meet the requirements of ULC/ORD-C127-M1990. Refer to the firelog warnings and caution markings prior to use. ONYX2 Owner's Manual RSF Woodburning Fireplaces...
To simplify the installation of thin non-combustible materials such as ceramic tile or sliced brick, we have designed a rock retainer kit. It is not designed or required for full brick or stone. With a Louvered ONYX2, you can choose to leave all the black metal completely exposed or completely covered with non-combustible material.
Clean Face ONYX2 because of the reduce air circulation below the firebox; the motor used in the option is not meant to work under such high temperature and this will greatly reduce the motor life span. To maximize the distribution of the heat generated by your ONYX2 fireplace throughout many rooms and different floors, consider the Central Heat Option .
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Refer to the "Installation: Mantel" section for particulars. ONYX2 Owner's Manual RSF Woodburning Fireplaces...
Fast burning fires (lots of air) go through much more wood than slow burning fires. To get the most out of your ONYX2 fireplace, adequately adjust the combustion air control lever at the appropriate time. If the fire seems to be burning too quickly, turn the air down. If the fire is smoldering and there are no visible flames, turn the air up.
• Make sure you have adequate chimney height for your system. Refer to the Chimney section of this booklet and make sure to take altitude, and number of elbows into consideration. ONYX2 Owner's Manual RSF Woodburning Fireplaces...
PAINT You can touch up the face of the ONYX2 with Stove Bright Metallic Black high temperature paint which is available at most fireplaces dealers. Follow the directions outlined on the spray can. DO NOT attempt to paint the fireplace while it is still warm.
Repeat this procedure along all sides of the door. The most important factor for controlling the burning rate of the ONYX2 is a good seal on the door gasket. If the door gasket is worn or damaged to the point where the seal is not adequate as described above, then remove and replace the gasket.
The framing dimensions are larger than required for ease of installation. Examples shown here are for a Louvered ONYX2. An extra 12" is required on the left of the fireplace of a Clean Face ONYX2 to connect the intake air duct. The Heat Dump Option will also require an extra 12" on the selected side. Additional space,...
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Ceiling Hearth Extension and Beneath Hearth Extension (refer to text for particulars) Electrical Knock-outs (on both sides of the fireplace) Outside Air Inlet (refer to text for particulars) Figure 7 Louvered ONYX2 General Installation ONYX2 Owner's Manual RSF Woodburning Fireplaces...
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Hearth Extension and Beneath Hearth Extension (refer to text for particulars) Electrical Knock-outs (on both sides of the fireplace) Outside Air Inlet (refer to text for particulars) Figure 8 Clean Face ONYX2 General Installation ONYX2 Owner's Manual RSF Woodburning Fireplaces...
This fireplace is certified for use with 7" ICC Model EXCEL chimney only. Please refer to Table 1 (D-E) for the minimum and maximum chimney height permitted with the ONYX2 fireplace. We recommend that the minimum height be increased by approximately 1' for every 2000' elevation above sea level.
Ceiling • In USA: use a vented flashing; Clearance (see Table 1 (C)) • In Canada: use a vented flashing, or a roof radiation shield with a regular flashing. Figure 10 General Chimney Installation ONYX2 Owner's Manual RSF Woodburning Fireplaces...
Each Joint vented flashing or a roof radiation shield with a regular flashing Insulated Wall Radiation Shield (30° or 45°) Figure 11 Offset Chimney Installation Example Figure 12 Offset Chimney Through a Wall Example ONYX2 Owner's Manual RSF Woodburning Fireplaces...
REMEMBER: Check local codes concerning installation requirements and restrictions in your area. MASONRY CHIMNEY Installing your ONYX2 fireplace with a masonry chimney Figure 13 Chimney Installed with a Chase still requires using EXCEL chimney from the top of the Enclosure Example...
The enclosure walls can be framed with any suitable materials (2x4 or 2x6 studs, plywood, gypsum board, etc.). Because of the high heat output potential of the ONYX2, combustible materials must NOT go closer to the fireplace than the standoffs, top, back and sides.
MANDATORY OPTIONS WITH THE CLEAN FACE When installing a Clean Face (FO-F2) on your ONYX2, you MUST install the intake duct (part of FO-F2) to provide sufficient air to the unit along with two Gravity Vent Kits (FO-V2, sold separately) to provide an evacuation path for the heat.
GAS LOG INSTALLATION The ONYX2 can be converted into a gas fireplace as long as you keep the combustion air control lever all the way open (towards the right) and make the modifications to the fireplace as explained below. This is to allow enough air for an adequate and safe operation of the gas log.
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2. There are a few parts that you need to remove from the ONYX2 to be able to accommodate a gas firelog. Make sure to store them for safekeeping, you will need to reinstall them all if you ever intend to burn wood again in your ONYX2: •...
This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for use and all other obligations or liabilities on the part of RSF Woodburning Fireplaces. ONYX2 Owner's Manual RSF Woodburning Fireplaces...
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