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Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 40 1016 mm Jøtul C 550 CB 31 5/8 803 mm Rockland Fireplace Insert Installation and Operating Instructions for the United States & Canada Keep these instructions for future reference.
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Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 NOTICE: YOU SHOULD CONSULT THE AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION IN YOUR LOCALE (SUCH AS MUNICIPAL BUILDING DEPARTMENT, FIRE DEPARTMENT, FIRE PREVENTIOIN BUREAU, ETC.) BEFORE INSTALLATION TO DETERMINE THE NEED TO OBTAIN A PERMIT.
You may also wish to attach your Specifications sales receipt to this manual for future reference. Jøtul C 550 Rockland Fireplace Insert ......6 Model: Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland Fireplace Insert Installation Masonry Fireplace Requirements ......7 Serial Number: Factory-built Fireplace Requirements ....
Check Building Codes Standards When installing, operating and maintaining your The Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland Fireplace Insert has been tested and listed to: U.S: ANSI/UL 1482 Jøtul C 550 CB Fireplace Insert, follow the guide- lines presented in these instructions, and make...
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Installation Safety Notices Preparation • BURN SOLID WOOD FUEL ONLY We strongly urge you to have your authorized Jøtul • DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO dealer install your new Jøtul C 550 Fireplace Insert.
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland Specifications Performance Fuel: up to 24” Logs The Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland Fireplace Insert meets U.S. Heat Output 65,000 BTU/Hr. EPA emission limits for wood heaters sold after Heating Capacity up to 2000 sq. ft.
Installation Factory-Built Fireplace Requirements Masonry Fireplace Requirements The Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland may be installed into a • The entire fireplace and chimney must be cleaned factory-built fireplace with the following conditions: and inspected to NFPA 211 Level II standards •...
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Hearth Protection Requirements Factory-Built Fireplace Requirements, cont’d. The floor area in front of fireplace insert must be The use of the cast iron surround panels may not protected from live sparks and radiant heat.
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Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Clearance to Combustible Materials Mantel Clearances • There may be no combustible materials located The installation must conform to the minimimum anywhere within 36” (914 mm) of the front of mantel clearances specified in the chart below. These the fireplace insert.
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Chimney Connection Requirements Canada Requirement: U.S. Only Requirements: The insert must be installed with a continuous chim- 1. The insert must be connected to a code-approved ney liner of 6” (152 mm) diameter extending from masonry chimney with a direct (positive) flue con- the fireplace insert to the top of the chimney.
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Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Fireplace Chimney Preparation 1. Remove the existing damper and linkage compo- nents from the fireplace. Alternatively, you can wire the damper plate to lock it in the open posi- tion. Thoroughly clean the firebox and smokeshelf area with a wire brush.
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Installing the Fireplace Insert Quik-connectors Inner Shroud Power Cord Orientation 1. Determine to which side the blower power cord will be routed. DO NOT ROUTE THE POWER CORD ACROSS THE FRONT OF THE FIREPLACE.
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Figure 13. Left Breastplate Right Breastplate Surround Panel assembly viewed from backside. Alignment Set Screw Tools Required: • 10 mm socket or wrench All fasteners are M6 x 10 mm hex Right Leg head bolts, pre-installed.
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Operation Air Control Settings A single lever regulates the Primary Air flow that Read the following section carefully before building controls the intensity of the fire and consequent heat a fire in your fireplace insert..
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Starting and Maintaining a Fire Burn only solid wood directly on the bottom plate of the stove. Do not elevate the fire in any way. Andirons 1. Set the Air Control Lever in the full open position. 2.
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 It is also important to remember that chimney size, temperature and height all affect draft which in turn WARNING ! affects the formation of creosote. An exterior chimney, THIS BLOWER MUST BE ELECTRI- whether masonry or prefabricated steel, will be ex-...
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Maintenance Glass Replacement Always operate the doors slowly and cautiously to avoid cracking or breaking the glass. Never use the Ash Removal door to push wood into the firebox. If the glass becomes cracked or broken follow the replacement Always wear stove gloves when handling ashes.
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 General Maintenance Regular maintenance will assure proper perfor- Canada Installations (Full Reline): mance and prolong the life of your fireplace insert.. The chimney liner can be swept directly into a bucket The following procedures do not take long and are placed under the flue outlet, with removal of the two generally inexpensive.
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland Parts List Description Part Number Description Part Number Extended Surround (optional) / Jøtul Iron Paint 156433 Rear Shroud 222027 103712 Cast Iron Door Handle Screw, #8 x 1/2” Hex Slt...
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Appendix A Alternate Hearth Protection Leg Leveler Installation Two leg leveler bolts are contained within the All hearth protection materials must be noncombustible; i.e: Miscellaneous Kit included inside the firebox. The bolts metal, brick, stone, or mineral fiber boards. Any combustible are intended to help level and plumb the firebox if material may not be used.
Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 Jøtul Wood Product Warranty 4) Damage due to service performed by an installer or service agency, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by JØTUL. This warranty policy applies to wood-burning products identified 5) Damage caused by unauthorized modification, use or repair.
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Jøtul C 550 CB Rockland 138940_Rev_D 4.24.11 This appliance must be installed in conformance with local and national building regulations. It is important that the these instructions be carefully read and understood before beginning the instal- lation. Jøtul pursues a policy of continual product development. Consequently, products may differ in specification, color or type of accessories from those illustrated or described in various publications.
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