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138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12
Jøtul C 450 Kennebec
Fireplace Insert
Installation and Operating Instructions
for the United States & Canada
Keep these instructions for future reference.
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  • Page 1 138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Jøtul C 450 Kennebec Fireplace Insert Installation and Operating Instructions for the United States & Canada Keep these instructions for future reference.
  • Page 2 138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Table of Contents Standards and Safety Notices Standards / Codes ............4 Safety Notices ............... 5 For Your Records... Preparation ..............5 Unpacking the Firebox ............. 5 Record the following information to help your dealer determine what you will need should your fireplace ever require parts or service.
  • Page 4: Standards And Safety Notices Standards / Codes

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Installation and Operation Instructions for USA/Canada Installation et fonctionnement pour Canada SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS SOLID FUEL ROOM HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION DI- RECTIONS.
  • Page 5: Safety Notices

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 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 450 Fireplace Insert.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Jøtul C 450 Specifications Performance 29” 737 mm Fuel: 20” Logs 25 1/2” Heat Output : 50,000 BTU/hr. (4.1 kg/hr.) 635 mm Heating Capacity : 1,100 - 1,600 sq. ft.
  • Page 7: Installation

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Installation Factory-Built Fireplace Requirements Masonry Fireplace Requirements The Jøtul C 450 may be installed into a factory-built • The entire fireplace and chimney must be cleaned and inspected before installation. The system fireplace with the following conditions: must meet local building code requirements.
  • Page 8: Clearance To Combustibles

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Clearance to Combustible Materials • There may be no combustible materials located MANTEL AREA anywhere within 36” (914 mm) of the front of the fireplace insert. This precaution includes items such as drapes or doors that could swing into the area 3.5” within 36” of the insert.
  • Page 9: Hearth Protection

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 24 1/2” (622 mm) 20 1/2” from face (521 mm) from face 2 1/2” 6 1/2” (64 mm) (165 mm) 18” 18” (457 mm) Firebox Firebox (457 mm) from door...
  • Page 10: Chimney Connection

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Chimney Connection A positive connection must be made between the fire- Installation place insert and the chimney by one of the following 1. Remove the existing damper and linkage compo- approved methods.
  • Page 11: Installing The Firebox

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Installing the Firebox 1. If appropriate, use 3” flexible noncombustible duct to connect an outside air inlet to the air inlet collar at the back of the firebox. 2. With assistance, move the firebox into position within the fireplace and align the insert flue collar with the Adaptor Collar.
  • Page 12: Kennebec Surround Assembly

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Left Breast- plate Tools Required: • 10 mm socket or wrench Right Breast- M6 x 12 Flange Bolt plate M6 x 10 Flange Bolt Right Leg Set Screw Left Leg M6 x 10 Flange Bolt...
  • Page 13: Blower Assembly

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Hardware Bag Contents: 1. Power Switch 2. Power Cord Receptacle 3. Snapstat Extension Assembly 4. Air Deflector 5. #8 x 1/2” sheet metal screws, 4 6. Ground jumper wire 7. Power Cord Tools Required: • safety gloves and goggles • 10 mm wrench • 10 mm socket w/ 6” extension • 1/4” nut driver...
  • Page 14: Blower Operation

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 8. Attach the Air Deflector: Using the two remaining THIS BLOWER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED #8 sheet metal screws, attach the Air Deflector to IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES OR, IN THE the Blower Shroud on the same side as the snapstat ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES, WITH THE CURRENT is installed.
  • Page 15: Operation

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Operation Read the following section carefully before building a fire WARNING: in your Jøtul C 450 Fireplace Insert. OPERATE THIS FIREPLACE INSERT ONLY WITH Fuel THE FRONT DOOR(S) FULLY CLOSED. A PARTIALLY OPENED DOOR MAY RESULT IN OVER-FIRING.
  • Page 16: Starting / Maintaining The Fire

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Starting and Maintaining a Fire Creosote Formation Burn only solid wood directly on the firebrick of the The Jøtul C 450 is designed to burn wood cleanly stove. Do not elevate the fire in any way.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Maintenance Glass Removal 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.
  • Page 18: General Maintenance

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 General Maintenance Gaskets Regular maintenance will assure proper perfor- Check door and glass gaskets for seal integrity. mance and prolong the life of your Jøtul C 450. The gaskets should be soft enough to be somewhat The following procedures do not take long and are resilient to the touch.
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  • Page 20: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Jøtul C 450 Fireplace Insert Illustrated Parts Breakdown Kennebec Classic Style Surround Assembly...
  • Page 21: Parts List

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Jøtul C 450 Parts List No. Description Part Number Latch, Receiver - Double Door 220349 Control Door, Vertical Grille - Matte Black 157042 Air Slider 104082 Control Door, Vertical Grille - Blue Black...
  • Page 22: Alternate Floor Protection

    138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Appendix A: Alternate Floor Protection Definitions: All floor protection materials must be non-combus- Thermal Conductance = tible i.e.. metal, brick, stone, or mineral fiberboards. No combustible material may be used to protect the floor in (Hr)(ft2)(f) (m2)(k) front of the fireplace insert.
  • Page 23 138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 Jøtul C 450 Kennebec Fireplace Insert Warranty This warranty policy applies to wood-burning products identified by without limitation, use that is not in conformance with the operat- Jøtul trade names, as set forth below.
  • Page 24 138344_Rev_G / C 450 Kennebec 11 / 1 / 12 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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