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INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
RHW-51
WOODBURNING FIREPLACE
Note:
An arrow (Æ) found in the text and in the index signifies change in content.
WARNING!
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this
manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
12/03
35037 Rev F
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- Page 1 INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RHW-51 WOODBURNING FIREPLACE Note: An arrow (Æ) found in the text and in the index signifies change in content. WARNING! Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS Design and Installation Considerations ......................... 3 Listings and Code Approvals ............................4 Description of the Fireplace System ..........................4 C. System Components ..............................5 D. Pre-Installation Preparation ............................9 Chimney Requirements ..............................11 Installation of Fireplace .............................. -
Page 3: Design And Installation Considerations
RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DESIGN AND INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS When selecting a location for your woodburning fireplace, it is important to evaluate a number of considerations. Modern construction techniques can create conditions that may not allow your chimney to draft properly. This may result in smoke spillage from your fireplace, as well as cause other combustion appliances to operate incorrectly. -
Page 4: Listings And Code Approvals
RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS A. LISTINGS AND CODE APPROVALS This fireplace system has been tested and listed in this fireplace to ensure compliance with local codes, accordance with UL 127 standards, and has been listed by including the need for permits and follow-up inspections. If Underwriters Laboratories Inc. -
Page 5: System Components
RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS C. SYSTEM COMPONENTS 1. Fireplace Components , d l , d l s i l , d l GR9 Integral Grate Bi-Fold Glass Doors HX4 - Hearth Extension DM1342 DM1342B DM1342S Æ Fireplace Dimensions 12/03 35037 Rev F... - Page 6 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Chimney Components The following pictures show only those chimney components which may be safely used with this fireplace. " 6 " 2 " 8 " 6 " 8 z i l s f f ° 0 °...
- Page 7 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Chimney Sections " 6 ¾ " SL11 - Chimney Stabilizer SL1130 - Offset/Return " 2 ¾ " " 8 ¾ " " 6 ¾ " " 8 ¾ " i t c RF570 - Roof Flashing...
- Page 8 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ST1175 Square LDS33 (3’ x 3’) Termination Cap LDS46 (4’ x 6’) Decorative Shroud TR11 Round Termination Cap Æ TCT1175 TR11T Terra Cotta Round Telescoping Termination Cap Termination Cap CT56 Chase Top CAK5A Chimney Air Kit...
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Page 9: Pre-Installation Preparation
RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS D. PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION 1. Fireplace Locations and Space Requirements Several options are available to you when choosing a location for your fireplace. This fireplace may be used as a room divider, installed along a wall, across a corner or used in an exterior chase. See Figure 2. - Page 10 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Frame the Fireplace The RHW-51 fireplace will fit a framed opening of 52” wide x 43 ” tall. The finished cavity depth must be no less than 27¾”. Figure 5 shows a typical framing (using 2 x 4 lumber) of the fireplace, assuming combustible materials are used. All required clearances to combustibles around the fireplace must be adhered to.
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Page 11: Chimney Requirements
RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS E. CHIMNEY REQUIREMENTS When planning your fireplace location, the chimney construction and necessary clearances must be considered. The fireplace system and chimney components have been tested to provide flexibility in construction. The following figures are the minimum distances from the base of the fireplace. - Page 12 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Chimney Height Requirements (above roof line) Major building codes specify a minimum chimney height above the roof top. These specifications are summarized in what is known as the Ten Foot Rule. This rule states: “If the horizontal distance from the side of the...
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Page 13: Installation Of Fireplace
RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS F. INSTALLATION OF FIREPLACE WARNING! Before starting, do the following: 1. Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection. 2. Keep hand tools in good condition. Sharpen cutting edges and make sure tool handles are secure. 3. Always maintain the minimum air space required to the enclosure to prevent fire. - Page 14 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. Assemble Chimney Sections Attach either a straight chimney section or an offset to the top of the fireplace (depending on your installation requirement). Chimney sections are locked together by pushing downward until the top section meets the stop bead on the lower section.
- Page 15 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Æ 6. Attic Insulation Shield 8. Secure the Chimney System An insulation shield should be installed when there When offsets and returns are joined to straight pipe is a possibility of insulation coming into contact with sections, they must be locked into position with the the factory built chimney system.
- Page 16 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 9. Mark the Exit Point of the Roof Locate the point where the chimney will exit the roof by plumbing down to the center of the chimney. Drive a nail up through the roof to mark the center. See Figure 14.
- Page 17 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 15. Complete the Enclosure Complete the fireplace enclosure, allowing space for outside air ducts and gas piping if desired. Electrical wiring should not come in contact with the fireplace. A minimum clearance of ¾” must be maintained between the fireplace sides and the enclosure as well as the fireplace back and the enclosure.
- Page 18 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 17. Hearth Extension A hearth extension must be installed with all fireplaces to protect the combustible floor in front of the fireplace from both radiant heat and sparks. The construction of, and materials used for a hearth extension are shown in Figures 17 and 18. A hearth extension of this construction may be covered with any noncombustible decorative material and may have a maximum thickness as per the illustration.
- Page 19 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 18. Position the Hearth Extension 19. Finishing Material Position and secure the hearth extension over the Do not install combustible materials over the black face protective metal strips that have been placed partially of the fireplace! This poses a safety hazard and may under the fireplace front.
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Page 20: Constructing A Chase
RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS G. CONSTRUCTING A CHASE 1. Materials A chase is a vertical boxlike enclosure built around the chimney and fireplace. A chase may be constructed for the The chase is constructed using framing materials fireplace and chimney or for the chimney only. It is most much the same as the walls in your home. - Page 21 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Chase Top Construct a chase of desired materials maintaining a minimum 2” air space around the chimney. 3. Termination Cap Install the chimney sections up through the chase enclosure. When using a TR11 round termination cap, the uppermost top section of pipe must extend 6”...
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Page 22: Operating Instructions
RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS H. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Note: Save and pass this instruction manual to subsequent home owners. The informa- tion provided is intended to notify and warn them about making unsafe future modifications such as the addition of shelves or the use of unauthorized parts and repairs. - Page 23 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. Glass Doors 7. Wood Fuel Most efficient fireplace operation using glass doors is FIREWOOD: Your fireplace performance depends with the doors open. When the doors are open, the on the quality of the firewood you use. All seasoned screen must be closed.
- Page 24 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SEASONING: Seasoned firewood is nothing more than Note: The first three or four fires should be of mod- wood that is cut to size, split and air dried to a moisture erate size to allow the oils and binders to be burned content of around 20%.
- Page 25 RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Flue draft is measured as negative pressure in the If the fire is hard to start and smoke spills out of the chimney. The amount of negative pressure determines fireplace, or you find it difficult to establish and maintain how strong the draft is.
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Page 26: Maintenance Instructions
RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS I. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Disposal of Ashes WARNING! Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should A chimney fire can permanently damage your chim- be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, ney system. -
Page 27: Index
RHW-51 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Index Air Clearance 15, 17 Fireplace Positioning 13 Air Clearances 9, 10, 17 Enclosure 17 Air Kit 6, 16 Locations 9 Roof Flashing 7, 16 Ashes, Disposal of 26 Firescreen 23 Æ Attic Insulation Shield 15... -
Page 28: Warranty
WARRANTY FOR HEAT-N-GLO FIREPLACES The limited warranty will not become effective until you have mailed the completed warranty card to: Hearth & Home Technologies Inc., A DIVISION OF HON Industries 20802 Kensington Blvd., Lakeville, MN 55044. This card must be mailed within 60 days of the fireplace installation. Subject to the conditions set forth herein, HEARTH &...