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Model:
R-5500RHT
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION
IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT
FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR
EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUS-
ING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PER-
SONAL 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.
- What to do if you smell gas
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
- Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2000,
Hearth Technologies Inc.
20802 Kensington Boulevard, Lakeville, MN 55044
This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: (United States) 4,112,913; 4,408,594; 4,422,426; 4,424,792; 4,520,791; 4,793,322;
4,852,548; 4,875,464; 5,000,162; 5,016,609; 5,076,254 5,191,877; 5,218,953; 5,328,356; 5,429,495; 5,452,708; 5,542,407; 5,613,487; (Australia)
543790; 586383; (Canada) 1,123,296; 1,297,746; 2,195,264; (Mexico) 97-0457; (New Zealand) 200265; or other U.S. And foreign patents pending.
READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THIS APPLIANCE. THIS INSTALLERS
GUIDE MUST BE LEFT WITH APPLIANCE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLA-
TION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION,
SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN
CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAM-
AGE. REFER TO THIS MANUAL. FOR
ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFOR-
MATION CONSULT A QUALIFIED IN-
STALLER, SERVICE AGENCY, OR THE
GAS SUPPLIER.
1. This appliance may be installed in an af-
termarket, permanently located, manufac-
tured (mobile) home, where not prohibited
by local codes.
2. This appliance is only for use with the type
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This
appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
Please contact your Hearth Technologies dealer with any
questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest
Hearth Technologies dealer, please call 1-800-393-9484
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Installers Guide
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Summary of Contents for Hearth Technologies Royal Fireplaces R-5500RHT
- Page 1 Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2000, Please contact your Hearth Technologies dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Hearth Technologies Inc. Hearth Technologies dealer, please call 1-800-393-9484 20802 Kensington Boulevard, Lakeville, MN 55044 This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: (United States) 4,112,913;...
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Page 2: Safety And Warning Information
SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION These units MUST use one of the vent systems READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully described in the Installing the Fireplace section of before starting the installation. FAILURE TO the Installers Guide. NO OTHER vent systems or FOLLOW these installation instructions may result components MAY BE USED. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Appliance Certification..............6 Installation Codes ................6 High Altitude Installations ............... 6 Section 2: Getting Started ............7 Introducing the Hearth Technologies Gas Fireplaces ....7 Pre-installation Preparation ............7 Section 3: Installing the Fireplace ..........9 Step 1 Locating the Fireplace ........... 9 Step 2 Framing the Fireplace............ -
Page 4: Section 1: Approvals And Codes
Approvals and Codes High Altitude Installations Appliance Certification The fireplace model discussed in this Installers Guide has U.L. Listed gas fireplaces are tested and approved for been tested to certification standards and listed by the elevations from 0 to 2,000 feet in the U.S.A. and from 0 to 4,500 feet in Canada. -
Page 5: Section 2: Getting Started
Getting Started Introducing the Hearth Technologies Gas The Hearth Technologies Warranty will be voided by, and Fireplace Hearth Technologies disclaims any responsibility for, the following actions: Hearth Technologies direct vent gas fireplaces are designed • Installation of any damaged fireplace or vent system to operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of component. - Page 6 28 1/2 (724mm) 14 ¼ (362mm) 21 1/2 (548mm) 8 5/8 (219mm) 11 5/8 (297mm) VENT COLLARS ELECTRICAL ACCESS GAS LINE ACCESS 34 5/8 25 ¼ (879mm) (965mm) (642mm) 2 1/8 3 ½ (55mm) (90mm) 36 1/8 (916mm) 6 7/8 (174mm) 10 ¼...
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Page 7: Section 3: Installing The Fireplace
Minimum Clearances from the Vent Pipe to Combustible Materials Inches Vertical Sections....1 ....25 Horizontal Sections Installing the Fireplace Top ........3 ....75 Bottom ....... 1 ....25 Sides ......... 1 ....25 Step 1. Locating the Fireplace At Wall Firestops Top ........ - Page 8 6 7/16” 6 5/32” (164mm) (156mm) 8 1/2” (216mm) 8 1/2” 11 5/8” (216mm) (295mm) 11 1/16” 7 3/8” 5 7/8” (281mm) (149mm) (187mm) 6 1/2” 5 1/16” (165mm) (129mm) 8 5/8” 8 5/8” (220mm) (220mm) 11 15/16” (303mm) DV-90D DV-48D DV-36D DV-09D...
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Page 9: Step 3 Installing The Vent System
Step 3. Installing the Vent System Identifying Vent Components A. Vent System Approvals The vent systems installed on this gas fireplace may in- clude one, two, or three 90° elbow assemblies. The rela- This model is approved to use D-series and SL-Flex direct tionships of vertical rise to horizontal run in vent configura- vent pipe components and terminations (see Figures 4 and tions using 90°... - Page 10 NOTE: On vertical venting configurations where the vertical component is over 10 feet, you may want to install the vertical baffle included in the manual bag assembly to improve flame appearance (see Figure 6). STRAIGHT UP VERTICAL VENTING V (FT.) 40' MAX.
- Page 11 VENTING WITH TWO (2) 90 ELBOWS V FT. H + H (FT.) 1' MIN. (305mm) 5´ MAX. (1.52m) 2' MIN. (610mm) 10´ MAX. (3.1m) 3' MIN. (914mm) 15´ MAX. (4.65m) 4' MIN. (1.22m) 20´ MAX. (6.2m) V+H+H = 40' MAX.(12.4m) 20´...
- Page 12 VENTING WITH THREE (3) 90° ELBOWS V (FT.) H (FT.) 1' MIN. (305mm) 5' MAX. (1.52m) 2' MIN. (610mm) 10' MAX. (3.1m) 3' MIN. (914mm) 15' MAX. (4.65m) 4' MIN. (1.22m) 20' MAX. (6.2m) NOTE: H + H = 20' MAX. (6.2m) V + V + H + H = 40' MAX.
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Page 13: Installing Vent Components
B. Installing Vent Components STARTING 1. Attach the First Vent Component to the COLLAR Starting Collars To attach the first vent component to the starting collars of the fireplace: • Apply a 3/8 inch (9.5mm) bead of stove cement around the 5 inch (127mm) fireplace starting collar. - Page 14 2. Fasten the shield in place using the four pilot holes pro- 2. Continue Adding Vent Components vided in the part. The shield should be oriented such that the 13 1/8 inch dimension (longest dimension) is run- WARNING: INSTALLATION OF THE R-5500RHT ning in the same direction the elbow is pointing.
- Page 15 For Vertical Runs - The vent system must be supported • Position the firestops on both sides of the hole previ- every eight (8) feet (2.4m) above the fireplace flue outlet by ously cut and secure the firestops with nails or screws. wall brackets.
- Page 16 For Vertical Runs - One ceiling firestop is REQUIRED at If the area above the ceiling is NOT an attic, position and the hole in each ceiling through which the vent passes. secure the ceiling firestop on the ceiling side of the previously cut and framed hole.
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Page 17: Vent Termination
C. Vent Termination For Horizontal Terminations - To attach and secure the ROUND CAP TERMINATION termination to the last section of horizontal vent: • Rotate and interlock the ends as described at the begin- PERFORATION CANNOT BE ning of the Installing Vent Components section. INSIDE THE WALL •... - Page 18 openable fixed closed J or K 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 =AIR SUPPLY INLET =AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED =VENT TERMINAL 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 = 3 ft. (U.S.A.) = 12" ....clearances above grade, veran- 6 ft.
- Page 19 To seal the roof hole, and to divert rain and snow from the For Vertical Terminations - To locate the vent and install the vent sections: vent system: • Locate and mark the vent centerpoint on the underside • Attach a flashing to the roof using nails, and use a non- of the roof, and drive a nail through the centerpoint.
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Page 20: Positioning, Leveling, And Securing The Fireplace
Step 4. Positioning, Leveling, and Step 5. The Gas Control System Securing the Fireplace WARNING: THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH The diagram below shows how to properly position, level, SOLID FUEL. and secure the fireplace. The type of gas control system used with this model is Stand- ing Pilot Ignition. -
Page 21: Step 6 The Gas Supply Line
Step 7. Gas Pressure Requirements Step 6. The Gas Supply Line NOTE: Have the gas supply line installed by a qualified Pressure requirements for gas fireplaces are shown service technician in accordance with all building in the table below. codes. NOTE: Before the first firing of the fireplace, the gas Pressure Natural Gas... -
Page 22: Step 7 Gas Pressure Requirements
BLACK S2 REMOTE SWITCH 3/16” PIGGYBACK CONNECTOR PIGTAIL ON/OFF WHITE T2 SWITCH GAS VALUE RED T1 THERMOPILE THERMOCOUPLE OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH, BLACK S1 Figure 26. Standing Pilot Ignition Wiring Diagram THERMOSTAT OR REMOTE Step 8. Wiring the Fireplace Optional Accessories Optional fan and remote control kits require that 110-120 NOTE: Electrical wiring must be installed by a licensed VAC be wired to the factory installed junction box before... -
Page 23: Step 9 Finishing
CAUTION: IF JOINTS BETWEEN THE FINISHED WALLS Step 9. Finishing AND THE FIREPLACE SURROUND (TOP AND SIDES) Figure 28 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding ARE SEALED, A 300° F. MINIMUM SEALANT MATE- maximum horizontal dimensions of fireplace mantels or other RIAL MUST BE USED. -
Page 24: Step 10 Installing Trim, Logs, And Ember Material
Step 10. Installing Trim, Logs, and Ember Material Installing the Trim Combustible materials may be brought up to the specified clearances on the side and top front edges of the fireplace, but MUST NEVER overlap onto the front face. The joints between the finished wall and the fireplace top and sides can only be sealed with a 300°... -
Page 25: Step 11 Before Lighting The Fireplace
Step 11. Before Lighting the Fireplace Step 13. Heating Control This model is equipped with a baffle which will allow you to Before lighting the fireplace, be sure to do the following: control usable heat output. The baffle control lever is located Remove all paperwork from underneath the fireplace. -
Page 26: Section 4: Maintaining And Servicing Your Fireplace
Maintaining and Servicing Your Fireplace Fireplace Maintenance Although the frequency of your fireplace servicing and main- tenance will depend on use and the type of installation, you should have a qualified service technician perform an appli- ance check-up at the beginning of each heating season. See the table below for specific guidelines regarding each fireplace maintenance task.
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