Heat & Glo Wood Burning Fireplace RH-36 Series User manual

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Owner’s Manual
Installation and Operation
Models:
RH-36 Series
RH-42 Series
Wood Burning Fireplace
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
NOTICE
• Important operating
and maintenance
instructions included.
• Leave this manual with
party responsible for
use and operation.
• Read, understand
and follow these
instructions for safe
installation and
operation.
DO NOT
DISCARD
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.
Fire Risk
• For use with solid wood fuel or decorative
gas appliance only.
• DO NOT install unvented gas logs.
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.
WARNING 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.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
flammable materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
flammable materials away.
HOT SURFACES!
Screen/mesh, glass doors
and other surfaces are hot
during operation AND cool
down.
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Read this manual before installing or operating this fireplace.
Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference.
Homeowner Reference Information
Model Name: Date purchased/installed:
Serial Number: Location on fireplace:
Dealership purchased from: Dealer phone:
Notes:
We recommend that you record the following pertinent
information about your fireplace:
Listing Label Information/Location
The model information regarding your specific fireplace can be found on the rating plate located on the smoke shield of
the fireplace.
Congratulations!
Grate Fireplace
Model
Serial
Number
Note: An arrow ( ) found in the text signifies change in content.
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Heat & Glo • RH-36/RH-42 • 4044-153 • Rev W • 11/08
Congratulations on selecting a Heat & Glo wood burning
fireplace. The Heat & Glo fireplace you have selected is
designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability and
efficiency.
As the owner of a new fireplace, you’ll want to read and
carefully follow all of the instructions contained in this
owner’s manual. Pay special attention to all cautions and
warnings.
This owner’s manual should be retained for future refer-
ence. We suggest you keep it with your other important
documents and product manuals.
The information contained in this owner’s manual unless
noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control
systems.
Your new Heat & Glo wood burning fireplace will give you
years of durable use and trouble-free enjoyment. Wel-
come to the Heat & Glo family of fireplace products!
FIREPLACE NO.
MODEL NO.
MODEL NO.
MFG. DATE
WARNING: RISK OF
FIRE DAMAGE. REPLACE
GRATE WITH HEARTH & HOME
TECHNOLOGIES INC.
FIRECHAMBER INTENDED FOR USE WITH HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC. LISTED FIREPLACE PARTS. SEE INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS MODEL. ONLY HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC. GLASS DOOR KITS CAN BE INSTALLED ON THIS UNIT.
FIREPLACE ALSO FOR USE
IN MANUFACTURED HOMES
YES NO
CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLES:
CHIMNEY
2 IN. MIN.
FIREBOX
IN.
MIN.
FAN KIT
MODEL NO.
&RATED AT
115 VOLTS, 50/60 Hz., AMP.
DO NOT OVERFIRE. USE ONLY: SOLID WOOD FUEL OR
LISTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE. DO NOT USE A
FIREPLACE INSERT OR OTHER PRODUCTS NOT
SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH THIS PRODUCT. IF DOORS
ARE USED OPERATE FIREPLACE WITH DOORS FULLY
OPEN OR CLOSED ONLY. WHEN BURNING A
DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE IN THE FIREPLACE,
ADJUST DAMPER TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION.
WARNING! THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED
GAS LOG SET. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY, DO NOT
INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO FIREPLACE.
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT FOR USE AS COOKING EQUIPMENT.
IF INSTALLATION OR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE MISSING
CONTACT: HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC.,
1915 W. SAUNDERS ST., MT. PLEASANT, IA 52641.

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Safety Alert Key:
• DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury.
• WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury.
• CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
• NOTICE: Indicates practices which may cause damage to the fireplace or to property.
!
Table of Contents
Congratulations! 2
Warranty 4
1 Listing and Code Approvals 6
A. Appliance Certification 6
B. Non-Combustible Materials 6
C. Combustible Materials 6
User Guide
2 Operating Instructions 7
A. Your Fireplace 7
B. Seasoned Wood 8
C. Starting a Fire 8
D. Grate 8
E. Firescreen 8
F. Flue Damper 8
G. Refractory 8
H. Glass Doors 9
I. Outside Air (optional) 9
J. Vented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters 9
K. Optional Components 9
L. Clear Space 9
M. Wood Fuel 10
3 Maintainance and Service 11
A. Disposal of Ashes 11
B. Chimney Inspection/Cleaning 11
C. Check Firebox Refractory 12
D. Inspect Grate 12
E. Glass Cleaning 12
4 Troubleshooting Guide 13
Installer Guide
5 Getting Started 14
B. Design and Installation Considerations 15
C. Draft 15
D. Negative Pressure 15
E. Locating Fireplace & Chimney 16
F. Tools and Supplies Needed 17
G. Fireplace System Requirements 17
H. Inspect Fireplace and Components 17
6 Framing & Clearances 18
A. Select Fireplace Location 18
B. Clearances 19
C. Sidewalls/Surrounds 20
D. Frame the Fireplace 20
7 Installation of Fireplace 21
A. Things to Consider 21
B. Position the Fireplace 21
C. Place Protective Metal Hearth Strips 21
D. Level Fireplace 21
E. Install Outside Air Kit 23
8 Chimney Assembly 24
A. Chimney Requirements 25
B. Using Offsets/Returns 26
C. Assemble Chimney Sections 27
D. Install Chimney Air Kit 27
E. Install Ceiling Firestops 28
F. Install Attic Insulation Shield 29
G. Cut out Hole in Roof 30
H. Complete Installation 30
I. Install Flashing 30
J. Chimney Termination Requirements 31
9 Chase Installations 32
A. Construct the Chase 32
B. Install Fireplace & Chimney 33
C. Install Chase Top 33
D. Install Termination Cap 34
10 Shrouds 36
A. Radiation Shield 36
B. Field Constructed Shrouds 36
11 Finishing 38
A. Non-Combustible Materials 38
B. Combustible Materials 38
C. Hearth Extension 38
D. Finishing Material 41
E. Combustible Mantel 42
F. Sidewalls/Surrounds 43
12 Accessories 44
A. Gas Log/Lighter Provision 44
B. Wood Burning Inserts 44
13 Reference Materials 45
A. Fireplace Dimensions 45
B. Optional Components 46
C. Chimney Components 47
D. Service Parts 50
E. Contact Information 52
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Hearth & Home Technologies LIMITED WARRANTY
Hearth & Home Technologies (“HHT”) and its respective brands extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood,
pellet and electric appliances purchased from an authorized HHT dealer and installed in the United States of America or
Canada. Warranty starts with date of purchase by the original owner (End User) except as noted for replacement parts.
Warranty Period HHT Manufactured Appliances and Venting
Components Covered
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CONDITIONS, EXCLUSIONS & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
This warranty applies to the original owner and is transferable up to two years from date of purchase to the new
homeowner, provided the purchase was made through an authorized dealer or distributor of HHT, and the appliance
remains in its original place of installation.
The maximum amount recoverable under this warranty is limited to the purchase price of the product.
In no event shall HHT be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in the product.
Adjustments, regular maintenance, cleaning and temporary repairs, or the failure to duplicate the problem in the home
is not covered under this warranty.
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This limited warranty does not extend to or include surface ?nish on the appliance or terminations, door gasketing, glass
gasketing, glass discoloration, ?rebrick, pellet logs, kaowool or other ceramic insulating materials. Rust and/or corrosion
on any of the metal surfaces, cast iron components, baf?es, ?repots, doors, or ?rebox area are not covered by this
warranty.
Noise resulting from minor expansion, contraction, or movement of certain parts is normal and complaints related to
this noise are not covered by this warranty.
HHT’s obligation under this warranty does not extend to damages resulting from: (1) installation, operation or
maintenance of the appliance not in accordance with the installation instructions; operating instructions and the
listing agent identi?cation label furnished with the appliance; (2) installation which does not comply with local building
codes; (3) shipping, improper handling, improper operation, abuse, misuse, accident or unworkmanlike repairs; (4)
environmental conditions, inadequate ventilation or drafting caused by tight sealing construction of the structure
or handling devices such as exhaust fans or forced air furnaces or other such causes; (5) use of fuels other than
those speci?ed in the operating instructions; (6) installation or use of components not supplied with the appliance or
any other components not expressly authorized and approved by HHT; and/or (7) modi?cation of the appliance not
expressly authorized and approved by HHT in writing.
This warranty does not apply to non-HHT venting components, hearth components or other accessories used in
conjunction with the installation of this product.
This warranty is void if the appliance has been over-?red or operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine,
?uorine, or other damaging chemicals the appliance is subject to prolonged periods of dampness or condensation, or
there is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but
not limited to, improper chimney or venting installation.
HHT’s liability under this warranty is limited to the replacement and repair of defective components or workmanship
during the applicable period. HHT may fully discharge all of its obligations under such warranties by repairing the
defective component(s) at HHT’s discretion. Shipping costs are not covered under this warranty.
Some states do not allow exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so those limitations may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you speci?c rights; you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
EXCEPT TO 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 WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE.
This Limited Warranty is effective on all HHT appliances sold after September 01, 2008 and supersedes any and all
warranties currently in existence.
If warranty service is needed, you should contact your installing dealer. If the installing dealer is unable to provide
necessary parts or components, contact the nearest authorized HHT dealer or supplier.
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