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Heat-N-Glo RSW-41 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Heat-N-Glo RSW-41 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
RSW-41 RSW-47

WOODBURNING FIREPLACE

Note:
An arrow ( ) found in the text 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.
08/04
26023 Rev L
1

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  • Page 1: Woodburning Fireplace

    INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RSW-41 RSW-47 WOODBURNING FIREPLACE Note: An arrow ( ) found in the text 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS Design and Installation Considerations ..................3 A. Listings and Code Approvals ......................4 B. Description of the Fireplace System ....................4 C. Fireplace System Components ..................... 5 D. Pre-Installation Preparation ......................10 E.

  • Page 3: Design And Installation Considerations

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES 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

    United States and Canada as described inspections. If you need assistance during installation, in this manual. please contact your local dealer or the Heat-N-Glo Technical Services Department, Hearth & Home This fireplace has been tested and listed for use with the Technologies Inc., 1-888-427-3973.

  • Page 5: Fireplace System Components

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS C. SYSTEM COMPONENTS 1. Fireplace Components Catalog # Description: RSW-41 RSW-47 Fireplace, includes integral grate and hearth protection strips. Hearth Extension DM1036 DM1042 Original Bifold Glass Doors - Black Finish DM1036B DM1042B Original Bifold Glass Doors - Polished Brass Finish...
  • Page 6 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cat # RSW-41 36 in. 41 in. 25-1/4 in. 12-5/8 in. RSW-47 42 in. 47 in. 31-1/4 in. 15-5/8 in. Fireplace Dimensions OUTSIDE AIR KIT AK14 26023 Rev L 08/04...

  • Page 7: Chimney Components

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Chimney Components The following pictures show only those chimney components which may be safely used with this fireplace. Catalog # Description: CAK4A Chimney Air Kit Insulated Duct/Outside Air Uninsulated Duct/Outside Air SL306 Chimney Section - 6 in. long SL312 Chimney Section - 12 in.
  • Page 8 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Chimney Sections Catalog # SL306 6 in. 4-3/4 in. SL312 12 in. 10-3/4 in. SL318 18 in. 16-3/4 in. SL3 - Chimney Stabilizer SL330 - Offset/Return SL324 24 in. 22-3/4 in. SL336 36 in.
  • Page 9 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ST375 Square Termination Cap LDS33 (3 ft x 3 ft) LDS46 (4 ft x 6 ft) Decorative Shroud TS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap TR344 Round Termination Cap TR342 Round Telescoping Termination Cap CT35 Chase Top...

  • Page 10: Pre-Installation Preparation

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES 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 11 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Frame the Fireplace The RSW-41 and RSW-47 fireplaces will fit a framed opening with the width shown in the Table below x 40-1/4 in. tall. The finished cavity depth must be no less than 23-1/2 in.

  • Page 12: Chimney Requirements

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3. Sidewalls/Surrounds Adjacent combustible side walls must be located a minimum of 12 in. from the fireplace opening. See Figure 6. If you are using a decorative surround constructed of combustible material, it must be located within the shaded area defined in Figure 6.
  • Page 13 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Using Offsets and Returns To bypass any overhead obstructions, the chimney may be offset using a 15-deg or 30-deg offset/return. Perform the following steps to determine the correct chimney component combination for your particular installation.
  • Page 14 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES 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...

  • Page 15: Installation Of Fireplace

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES 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.
  • Page 16 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES 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 17: Attic Insulation Shield

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 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 18 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES 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 19: Complete The Enclosure

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES 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 1/2 in. must be maintained between the fireplace sides and the enclosure as well as the fireplace back and the enclosure.

  • Page 20: Hearth Extension

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES 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 21: Finishing Material

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES 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 protective metal strips that have been placed partially face of the fireplace! This poses a safety hazard under the fireplace front.

  • Page 22: Constructing A Chase

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS G. CONSTRUCTING A CHASE A chase is a vertical boxlike enclosure built around the 1. Materials 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 23: Termination Cap

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Chase Top Construct a chase of desired materials maintaining a minimum 2 in. air space around the chimney. 3. Termination Cap Install the chimney sections up through the chase enclosure. When using a TR344 round termination cap, the uppermost top section of pipe must extend 6 in.
  • Page 24 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS For installations utilizing an ST375 square termination cap the last chimney section must not be more than 4-1/2 in. below the chase top. See Figure 24. For installation utilizing a TS345/TS345P Square Termination Cap, the uppermost chimney section must not be more than 3 in.

  • Page 25: Operating Instructions

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS H. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Note: Save and pass this instruction manual to subsequent home owners. The information provided is intended to notify and warn them about making unsafe future modi- fications such as the addition of shelves or the use of unauthorized parts and repairs.

  • Page 26: Glass Doors

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. Glass Doors 7. Wood Fuel Most efficient fireplace operation using glass doors is FIREWOOD: Your fireplace performance depends on with the doors open. When the doors are open, the the quality of the firewood you use. All seasoned wood, screen must be closed.

  • Page 27: Starting A Fire

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SEASONING: Seasoned firewood is nothing more Note: The first three or four fires should be of mod- than wood that is cut to size, split and air dried to a erate size to allow the oils and binders to be burned moisture content of around 20%.
  • Page 28 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES 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.

  • Page 29: Maintenance Instructions

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS I. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Disposal of Ashes Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a WARNING! tight-fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should A chimney fire can permanently damage your be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, chimney system.
  • Page 30 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS HOMEOWNER’S NOTES 26023 Rev L 08/04...

  • Page 31: Index

    RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INDEX Air Clearance 17, 19 Fan Kit 5 Offsets/Returns 8, 13 Air Kit 6, 18 Finishing Material 21 Outside Air 25 Air Kit Handle Location 18 Fireplace Outside Air Kit 6, 18 Ashes, Disposal of 29...

  • Page 32: Warranty

    Subject to the conditions set forth herein, HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC. (HHT) extends the following limited warranty with respect to your Heat-N-Glo fireplace, excluding accessories, chimney components and glass doors. If HHT is satisfied that any part or portion of the fireplace covered by this warranty is defective in material or workmanship...

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