Heat & Glo RUTHERFORD-50 Owner's Manual
Heat & Glo RUTHERFORD-50 Owner's Manual

Heat & Glo RUTHERFORD-50 Owner's Manual

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Models:
RUTHERFORD-50
Wood Burning Fireplace
Important operating
a n d m a i n t e n a n c e
instructions included.
WARNING
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
fire 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
combustibles as specified. Failure to
comply may cause house fire.
Installation and service of this fireplace
should be performed by qualified personnel.
Hearth & Home Technologies suggests NFI
certified or factory-trained professionals, or
technicians supervised by an
NFI certified professional.
NOTICE
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
Read, understand
and follow these
instructions for safe
i n s t a l l a t i o n a n d
operation.
Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11
Leave this manual with
party responsible for
use and operation.
WARNING
Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns.
Do not touch screen/mesh or glass doors until cooled
NEVER allow children to touch screen/mesh or glass
doors
Keep children away
CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fireplace.
Al ert chi l dren and a dul ts to hazards of hi gh
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 or decorative
gas appliance only.
Do not install unvented gas logs.
Owner's Manual
Installation and Operation
HOT SURFACES!
Screen/mesh, glass doors and
other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
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  • Page 1 • For use with solid wood fuel or decorative technicians supervised by an gas appliance only. NFI certified professional. • Do not install unvented gas logs. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 2: Congratulations

    CONTACT: HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC., ADJUST DAMPER TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION. 1915 W. SAUNDERS ST., MT. PLEASANT, IA 52641. Note: An arrow ( ) found in the text signifies change in content.  Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    E. Install Outside Air Kit ......22 Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 4: Warranty

    Limited 3 years Firebox and heat exchanger Lifetime All replacement parts 90 Days beyond warranty period See conditions, exclusions, and limitations on next page. 4021-645C 12-29-10 Page 1 of 2 Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 5 THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE. 4021-645C 12-29-10 Page 2 of 2 Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 6: Listing And Code Approvals

    NOTICE: This fireplace is tested and approved as a decorative fireplace. It should not be factored as a primary heat source in residential heating calculations. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 7: User Guide

    Turn handle to unlock, UP to Open pull towards the inside of the fireplace to open. DOWN to Close Reverse steps to close & lock. Figure 2.1 General Operating Parts Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 8: Seasoned Wood

    CAUTION! Odors and vapors released during initial opera- NOTICE: Do not stubstitute for HHT mortar. Other materials tion may be irritating to sensitive individuals. Open windows may stain the molded brick panels. for air circulation. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 9: Glass Doors

    Figure 2.2 Operating Positions of Bi-fold Doors 48 in. (121.9 cm) Clear Space Front of Fireplace 24 in. (61.0 cm) Clear Space Sides of Fireplace Opening Figure 2.3 Clear Space Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 10: Wood Fuel

    Do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning. Use formation of creosote. only firelogs that have been evaluated for the application in manufactured fireplaces and refer to firelog warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 11: Maintainance And Service

    When creosote has accumulated it shall be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire. Remove 4 screws & lift off top. 14DCA-VC Termination Cap Figure 3.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning  Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 12: Check Firebox Molded Brick Panel

    Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available cleaner or ashes: • Light deposits Use household glass cleaner • Heavy deposits Use wood ash on damp cloth or, Use commercial fireplace glass cleaner (consult with your dealer) Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide

    Add glass doors to slow down air flow. Overdrafting Check for correct vent height; too much vertical height creates overdrafting. Check location of vent termination (refer to chimney assembly section). Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 14: Installer Guide

    Mantel and surround (Section 12) Decorative facing and trim (Sections 12) Hearth extension (Sections 12) Outside Air Factory-built fireplace (both sides) Protective metal hearth strip(s) (Section 7) Figure 5.1 Typical Fireplace System Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 15: Design And Installation Considerations

    NOTICE: The fireplace provides some outside air for combustion. Other methods may be necessary if more air is required. NOTICE: Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. recommends the use of direct vent appliances in basements. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 16: Locating Your Fireplace & Chimney

    • Avoid outside wall Windward Leeward Multi-level Roofs Recommended: NOT recommended: Outside Air Intake Outside Air Intake on windward side on leeward side Figure 5.2 Recommended Chimney Locations Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 17: Tools And Supplies Needed

    • Hearth Molded Brick Panel Molded brick panel kit must be installed, but is sold separately • Grate Assembly • Outside Air Kits Duct must be installed, but sold separately Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 18: Framing & Clearances

    RUTHERFORD-50 85 7/8 61 7/8 103 1/4 51 5/8 25 1/4 29 3/8 2181 1572 2623 1311 1854 NOTICE: Both outside air kits MUST be installed. Figure 6.1 Fireplace Locations Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 19: Clearances

    & sides 48 in. of appliance 1219 mm (except at nailing flanges where it is 1/2 in. [13 mm]) 0 in. to floor Figure 6.2 Air Space Clearances Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 20: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    1572 1892 * If interior of chase will be drywalled, add the thickness to this meaurement. ** Adjust header height for raised floor under fireplace. Figure 6.4 Framing the Fireplace Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 21: Installation Of Fireplace

    • Check fireplace opening for square to ensure proper fit of glass doors. Measure diagonals of fireplace opening to make sure they are equal. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 22: Install Outside Air Kit

    Blockages could cause the unit to overheat. Figure 7.5 Outside Air Installation NOTICE: The fireplace provides some outside air for combustion. Other methods may be necessary if more air is required. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 23: Chimney Assembly

    14DCA-SC - Storm Collar 14DCA-WS - Wall Strap Chimney Sections* 14DCA-12 10 1/2 14DCA-18 16 1/2 14DCA-36 34 1/2 14DCA-48 46 1/2 1181 * Dimensions reflect effective height. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 24 Chimney Section living areas. Square Frame Firestop Chimney Section 74 1/8 in. (1883 mm) Effective Height Figure 8.1 Figure 8.2 Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 25: Clearances

    Locate each opening by dropping a plumb bob to the four corners of the opening below. • Maintain the minimum 2-inch clearance/air space. Maintain the minimum clearances and dimensions as specified in Table 8.1. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 26: Assemble Chimney Sections

    11 3/4 30° 18 in./457 mm 14 3/4 39 1/4 30° 36 in./914 mm 23 3/4 54 7/8 1394 30° 48 in./1219 mm 29 3/4 65 1/4 1657 Figure 8.4 Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 27: Offset Elbow Installation

    Maintain 2 in. clearance from chimney to framing Elbow Strap Elbow Strap 1 per Section Figure 8.8 Chase 30° or 15° Elbow Frame Figure 8.7 Figure 8.6 Stabilizer Plumbers Tape Figure 8.9 Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 28: Install Attic Insulation Shield

    Firestop requirements as shown in Figure 8.13., use a Chase Top Collar and field-construct the flashing as needed for the chase dimensions. Skip to Field-Constructed Chase Top Figure 8.11 Flashing. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 29 See Figure 8.15. flashing. • Insect-guard screening may be added between the chase and flashing. Figure 8.16 Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 30: Finish Top

    Chimney Inspection & Cleaning section (Section 3) of this manual. Sealant 6 in. min. 3 ft. minimum above roof 1 in. Storm opening min. Collar Figure 8.17 Termination Figure 8.18 Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 31: Chimney Termination Requirements

    In a staggered installation with both gas and wood terminations, the wood termination cap must be higher than the gas termination cap. Figure 8.19 Multiple Chimney Locations Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 32: Chase Installations

    Ceiling Chase top flashings are available from your Hearth & Firestop Home Technologies dealer or may be field constructed. • Refer to Sections 8.M. and 8.N. Figure 9.1 Chase Assembly Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 33: Shrouds

    6 in. (152 mm) above chase top flashing. Maintain 2 in. (51 mm) clearance between Spacers for chase DuraChimney II and top flashing chase enclosure Figure 10.1 Shroud Requirements Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 34: House Style Shroud

    Shaded area represents screened open area. Actual shape of shroud may vary as long as minimum dimen- sions and minimum open area requirements are met. Figure 10.2 House-Style Shroud Minmum Dimensions Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 35: Arch / Mailbox Style Shroud

    Shaded area represents screened open area. Actual shape of shroud may vary as long as minimum dimen- sions and minimum open area requirements are met. Figure 10.4 Pyramid-Style Shroud Minimum Dimensions Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 36: Installation Of Molded Brick Panel

    Upper Side Molded Brick Panel Right Side Molded Brick Panel removed for clarity Lower Side Lower Back Molded Brick Panel Molded Brick Panel Hearth Molded Brick Panel Figure 11.1 Traditional Refractory Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 37: Installing Side Molded Brick Panel-Herringbone

    • Install two Z-brackets in the mortar joints across the top. Tighten these and all previously installed brackets. Figure 11.2 Herringbone Molded Brick Panel Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 38: Install Mortar

    1270 mm) to allow for door installation. The surface of the finished hearth extension and the surface of the hearth refractory should be level. Figure 11.3 Facing Materials and Mortar Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 39: Install Screens

    • Fasten the flat end of the screen rod back in place using the screw removed earlier. Figure 11.4 Install Screens • Repeat for the other screen panel. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 40: Finishing

    29 in. (737 mm) Armstrong™ Privacy Guard Plus 0.46 2.18 1 1/2 in. (38 mm) Marble 14.3 to 20.0 0.07 to 0.05 33 to 46 1/2 in. (838 to 1181 mm) Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 41 Finishing Material desired hearth height. 1 in. Micore or Protective Metal equivalent insulation Hearth Strips Floor & 1/2 in. Durock Non-combustible Framing Material Figure 12.3 Raised Platform Hearth Extension Detail Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 42: Finishing Material

    Floor constructed of wood or under the front of the fireplace and must other combustible material extend beyond the front and sides of fireplace opening by 2 in. (51 mm) Figure 12.5 Decorative Facing Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 43: Combustible Mantel

    1 1/2 in./38 mm glass, plasters. maximum Measured from top of fireplace opening Seal joint with non-combustible sealant Figure 12.6 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Fireplace Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 44: Mantel, Adding Extra Support

    Use drywall screws to fasten the mantel to the metal framing. Notches Figure 12.9 Secure to Framing (both ends) 2 in. (51 mm) Figure12.7 Notch the Metal Track Notches in standoffs Figure 12.8 Notch in Standoffs Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 45: Sidewalls/Surrounds

    24 in. (305 mm) from the fireplace opening. • Combustible mantel legs, surrounds and stub walls may be constructed per Figure 12.10. Figure 12.10 Combustible Mantel Leg or Wall Projections (Acceptable on both sides of opening) Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 46: Accessories

    • Hearth & Home Technologies recommends securing the reline at the top of the flue and using the cap certified for use with this fireplace system. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 47: Reference Materials

    3 3/4 in. 1270 mm 11 1/8 in. 11 1/8 in. 97 mm 282 mm 282 mm 60 7/8 in. 16 1/8 in. 1546 mm 408 mm 16 1/8 in. 408 mm Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 48: Optional Components

    6 in. (152.4 mm) i.d. CT14-A Adapter-may only be used with the 42 in. following copper caps (1067 mm) CT-King CT-BishopI DFG4050 Series Glass Doors (optional) DFS4050 Series Screen Doors (optional) Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...
  • Page 49 Outside Air Hood Qty 2 req 4059-051 Andiron Assembly Installation Manual 4059-333 Hearth Molded Brick Panel Additional service parts on following page Insect Guard Screening Mortar Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11 Spacing Clips, 1/2 in...
  • Page 50: D. Service Parts

    Insect Guard Screening 4059-043 Contains:25 #6 X 1 1/2” Panhead screw, 3/32” Drill Bit, 17 Mortar T- Brackets, 2 Y-Brackets, 6 Clips Spacing Clips, 1/2 in Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11 Outside Air Hood Installation Manual...
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  • Page 52: Contact Information

    6769426, 6774802, 6796302, 6840261, 6848441, 6863064, 6866205, 6869278, 6875012, 6880275, 6908039, 6919884, D320652, D445174, D462436; (Canada) 1297749, 2195264, 2225408, 2313972; (Australia) 780250, 780403, 1418504 or other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-50 • 4059-333 Rev L• 5/11...

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