Jøtul C 550 Rockland User manual

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Jøtul C 550 Rockland
Jøtul C 550
Rockland
Fireplace Insert
Keep these instructions for future reference.
Installation and Operating Instructions
for the United States & Canada
Jøtul C 550 Rockland
Fireplace Insert

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Jøtul C 550 Rockland
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.

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Jøtul C 550
For Your Records...
Record the following information to help your
dealer determine what you will need should
your fireplace ever require parts or service.
The serial number and manufacturing date are
located on the permanent label on the back of
the firebox. You may also wish to attach your
sales receipt to this manual for future reference.
Model: Jøtul C 550
Table of Contents
Standards and Safety Notices
Standards / Codes ....................................................... 4
Safety Notices .............................................................. 5
Preparation ................................................................... 5
Unpacking the Firebox .............................................. 5
Specifications
Jøtul C 550 Rockland Fireplace Insert .................... 6
Installation
Masonry Fireplace Requirements ............................ 7
Factory-built Fireplace Requirements .................... 7
Chimney Height .......................................................... 7
Hearth Protection ....................................................... 8
Clearance to Combustibles ...................................... 9
Chimney Connection ................................................ 10
Firebox Installation ................................................... 12
Surround Assembly ...................................................13
Operation
Wood Fuel ................................................................... 14
Air Control ................................................................... 14
Starting / Maintaining the Fire ...............................15
Formation of Creosote ..............................................15
Blower .......................................................................... 16
Maintenance
Ash Removal ................................................................17
Glass Care .....................................................................17
General Maintenance .............................................. 18
Gaskets ........................................................................ 18
Illustrated Parts Breakdown
Exploded View .......................................................... 20
Parts Listing ................................................................ 21
Appendix A
Alternate Hearth Protection ................................. 22
Leg Leveler Installation ........................................... 22
Door Knob Assembly................................................ 23

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Jøtul C 550 Rockland
Standards
The Jøtul C 550 Fireplace Insert has been tested
and listed to: U.S: ANSI/UL 1482
Canada: CAN/ULC-S628-93
Tests performed by:
Intertek Testing Services, Middleton,WI
Manufactured and distributed by:
Jøtul North America
55 Hutcherson Dr.
Gorham, ME 04036
N.Y.C. Dept of Buildings MEA 429-07-E
This heater meets the U.S. Environment Protection
Agency’s Phase II emissions limits for wood
heaters manufactured and sold after July 1, 1990.
This appliance is not approved for use in
mobile homes.
This appliance is listed to burn wood only.
Do not burn other fuels.
Read this manual before you install and
use your fireplace insert.
Save these instructions and make them
available to anyone using or servicing the
fireplace insert.
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
DIRECTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS
AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA. SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Avis de sécurité: Une installation non appropriée de ce poêle de chauffage risque de
provoquer un incendie. Assurez votre sécurité en respectant les directives
d’installation suivantes. Consultez les autorités locales du bâtiment ou de la
prévention des incendies au sujet des restrictions et exigences relatives aux
inspections d’installations dans votre région.
Tested and listed by ITS, Intertek Testing Services, Middleton, Wisconsin.
Tested to U.S. Standards: ANSI/UL 1482, Canadian Standards: CAN/ULC-S627-M93
Check Building Codes
When installing, operating and maintaining your
Jøtul C 550 Fireplace Insert, follow the guidelines
presented in these instructions, and make them
available to anyone using or servicing the stove.
Your city, town, county or province may require a
building permit to install a solid fuel burning
appliance.
In the U.S., guidelines established by UL 1777, the
National Fire Protection Association’s Code, NFPA
211, Standards for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents and
Solid Fuel Burning Appliances , or similar regula-
tions, may apply to the installation of a solid fuel
burning appliance in your area. For further infor-
mation on using your heater safely, obtain a copy
of the NFPA publication “Using Coal and Wood
Stoves Safely,” NFPA No. HS-8-1974, available from
NFPA
470 Atlantic Ave.
Boston, MA 02210.
In Canada, the guidelines are established by ULC-
S635, and the CSA Standard, CAN/CSA-B365-M93 ,
Installation Code for Solid-Fuel-Burning Appliances
and Equipment.
Always consult your local building inspector or
authority having jurisdiction to determine what
regulations apply in your area.

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Safety Notices
• BURN SOLID WOOD FUEL ONLY
• DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO START
THE FIRE. DO NOT BURN Garbage OR FLAM-
MABLE FLUIDS.
• IF THIS ROOM HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY
INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT
IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR
LOSS OF LIFE.
• CONTACT THE LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE
OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND
INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS
IN YOUR AREA. WHEN NOT ADDRESSED IN
THIS MANUAL, OR BY LOCAL CODE AUTHORI-
TIES, INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS AND
REQUIREMENTS DEFER TO NFPA 211 OR CSA B
365
• DO NOT CONNECT THIS FIREPLACE TO ANY
AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM .
• EXTREMELY HOT WHILE IN OPERATION! KEEP
CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY.
CONTACT WILL CAUSE SKIN BURNS.
• NEVER OPERATE THE FIREPLACE WITH A
CRACKED OR BROKEN GLASS PANEL.
• Install smoke detectors in the living areas
and bedrooms of your home. Test them
regularly and install new batteries twice
annually. When installed in the same room
as the stove, a smoke detector should be
located as far from the stove as possible to
prevent it from sounding when adding fuel
to the fire.
• Avoid creating a low pressure condition in the
room where the stove is operating. Be aware
that operation of an exhaust fan or clothes
dryer can create a low pressure area and
consequently promote flow reversal through
the stove and chimney system.The chimney
and building, however, always work together
as a system - provision of outside air, directly
or indirectly to an atmospherically vented
appliance will not guarantee proper chimney
performance. Consult your local Jøtul autho-
rized dealer regarding specific installation/
performance issues.
Installation
Preparation
We strongly urge you to have your authorized Jøtul
dealer install your new Jøtul C 550 Fireplace Insert.
• Check with local building officials to determine
what permits may be required before installation.
• Notify your insurance company before installing
this fireplace.
Unpacking the Fireplace
All firebox components of the Jøtul C 550 Fireplace
Insert are contained within the carton on a single
pallet. The Surround Kit is packaged separately.
As you unpack the contents, inspect each item for
damage. Notify your dealer of any damage such as
dents,cracked glass, or broken bricks.
Contents:
••
••
• Firebox Assembly - including Firebricks
••
••
• Draw-Down Flue Collar Adaptor - including Pins
• Stove Hardware Bag
• Fireplace Conversion Notice Plate
• Blower Power Cord
• AC Power Receptacle Lead
• Blower Control Knob
• Leg Levelers, (2) See Apendix, pg. 22.
• Door Knob parts See Apendix, pg. 23.
Tools & Materials Required:
• work gloves • safety glasses
• tape measure • Phillips screwdriver
• power drill / 1/8” bit • flashlight
• High-temperature sealant
• 1” (25 mm) masonry anchors or nails (two)
• 1/4” x 3/4” self-tapping screws (three)
• 10 mm (1/4”) open end wrench or socket driver
Removing the Firebox from Pallet
1. Inspect the firebox assembly for damage and
contact your dealer if any is found.
2. The firebox may be lightened by removing the
door, firebricks and baffle plates. See page 12 for details
on baffle plate removal.
3. The firebox is secured to the pallet by a steel
bracket on each side and one screw in the bottom
at the front. Use a 1/4 socket to remove these five
screws and lift the firebox to disengage the
brackets. Discard brackets.
4. Install the Door Knob parts in the order shown in
fig. 21, page 22. Install the Blower Control Knob,
found in the Miscellaneous Kit bag.

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Jøtul C 550 Rockland
Specifications
Performance
Fuel: up to 24” Logs
Heat Output 1 : 65,000 BTU/Hr.
Heating Capacity 2 : up to 2000 sq. ft.
Overall Efficiency 3 : 71%
Emissions: 7.1 g/hr.
Burn Time: up to 10 hrs.
Dual Blowers: 90 cfm. each
Shipping Weight: 550 lbs. (250kg.)
1 Maximum Heat Output based on total kilo-
grams of dry wood burned in a one hour
period. Under specific EPA test conditions, this
heater has generated heat output rates
ranging from 12,034 to 36,669 BTU’s per hour.
Heat output in residential installations may
vary depending upon site-specific conditions.
The Jøtul C 550 Rockland Fireplace Insert meets U.S.
EPA emission limits for wood heaters sold after
July 1990, and is tested and listed to ANSI/UL 1482,
and CAN/ULC S628.93. It is intended for installation
in accordance with NFPA 211 or CAN/CSA B 365.
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Figure 1. Jøtul C 550 Rockland Critical dimensions.
2 Heating Capacity and Maximum Burn Time will vary
depending on design of home, climate, wood type
and operation.
3 Overall Efficiency is based on a burn rate of .99 kg
wood per hour.
40
1016 mm
31 5/8
803 mm
18
458 mm
21 3/4
552 mm
23 3/4
602 mm
1 1/4
32 mm
Standoff from fireplace face
with optional Wide Surround
23 3/4
603 mm
12
305 mm
30
762 mm
1 1/8
28 mm
35
863 mm
44
1117 mm
ptional Wide
Surround Panel
156432 Matte Black Paint
156433 Jøtul Iron Paint
34“
406 mm
Optional
Extended Surround
Panel
(Backing Plate)
156432 Matte Black
156433 Jøtul Iron

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Installation
Masonry Fireplace Requirements
• The entire fireplace and chimney must be
cleaned and inspected to NFPA 211 Level II
standards before installation. The system must
meet local building code requirements.
• The structure and components must be free of
any defects such as cracks or broken bricks or flue
tiles. Any damage must be repaired before
installation of the fireplace insert.
Any opening that may exist between the
masonry of the fireplace and the facing masonry
must be permanently sealed.
• The chimney must have a clay tile liner or a
stainless steel liner utilizing a positive connec-
tion.
• Do not remove bricks or mortar from the fire-
place or chimney. However, masonry or steel may
be removed from the smoke shelf and adjacent
damper frame area to accommodate installation
of a chimney liner, provided that their removal
will not weaken the structure of the fireplace or
chimney, and will not reduce protection for
combustible materials.
• Chimney Height:
Minimum - 15 ft. ( 4.57 meters)
Maximum - 33 ft. (10.5 meters)
Factory-Built Fireplace Requirements
The Jøtul C 550 Rockland may be installed into a
factory-built fireplace with the following condi-
tions:
• The factory-built fireplace must be listed per
UL 127 or ULC S610.
• The factory-built chimney system must be fully-
lined with listed chimney liner meeting type HT
requirements (2100°F) per UL 1777 (U.S.) or ULC
S635 (CAN). Some liner manufacturers require
insulation in order to achieve a UL 1777 or ULC-
S635 listing. Check with the liner manufacturer
to determine if insulation is required. Insulation
is recommended, especially if the chimney is
located in a chase outside of the building enve-
lope.The liner must be securely attached to the
insert flue collar and the chimney top.
• THE TOP PLATE OF THE LINER SYSTEM MUST NOT
BLOCK AIRFLOW BETWEEN THE COOLING WALLS
OF THE FACTORY-BUILT AIR-COOLED CHIMNEY
SYSTEM. These airways MUST be left open under
all conditions to maintain proper air-cooling of
the chimney system. See fig. 3.
• The damper area or fireplace front must be sealed to
prevent passage of room air into the chimney cavity.
Minimum Fireplace Dimensions
A:A:
A:A:
A: Front Width* ..................................... 33” (838 mm)
B:B:
B:B:
B: Height ........................................ 23 3/4” (603 mm)
C:C:
C:C:
C: Rear Width ...................................... 24” (610 mm)
D:D:
D:D:
D: Rear Height ..................................... 22” (559 mm)
E:E:
E:E:
E: Depth ................................................ 18” (457 mm)
EC
D
A
B
Figure 2. Minimum fireplace dimensions.
*NOTE:Width dimension accommodates clearance for
blower power cord routing.
Figure 3.
Prefabricated fireplace installation requirements.
Clearance to combustible
materials must be
maintained in accordance
with the fireplace
manufacturers listing. Steel Block-off Plate
seals chimney flue
Listed, HT
stainless steel
chimney liner
Listed, prefabricated
zero-clearance
fireplace
Screened
prefabricated
Chimney Top
Adaptor allows air
flow out from
between chimney
and liner.
DO NOT BLOCK OFF
THE CHIMNEY TOP.
Convection
Air Flow
Prefabricated,
Listed Chimney
Built-in airways
must not be
modified or
obstructed.
Supplemental
support material
must be non-
combustible.
Hearth protection must
be maintained in
accordance with the
fireplace manufacturers
listing.

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Hearth Protection Requirements
The floor area in front of fireplace insert must be
protected from live sparks and radiant heat.
• Materials: Hearth protection must be non
combustible insulating board such as 1/2” mill-
board, or the equivalent mortared masonry
material. Alternate protection must be composed
of materials as specified by NFPA 211.
• Protected Area:
U.S: 16” Deep x 37”Wide
CAN: 20” Deep x 37” Wide
See exception for 18” depth below.
U.S. : Front -
The protection must extend at least 16 inches
forward from the fireplace insert door opening as
in fig. 4. (14 7/8”from Surround facing).
Canada: Front -
The protection must extend at least 20 in.
forward from the fireplace insert door opening,
(18 7/8” from Surround facing).
Front protection may be reduced to 18”under the
following conditions:
a) it is composed of noncombustible material
having an R value of .5 or higher such as 1/2” thick
millboard. See Appendix A on page 23 for ex-
amples.
b) it is raised a minimum of 2 1/2” and con-
structed on noncombustible materials in a code-
approved masonry fireplace. See fig. 5.
U.S. & Canada: Sides - Protection must extend a
minimum 18 1/2 in. to both sides of the centerline
of the insert. See fig 6, A.
• The convection chamber/louvers of the zero-
clearance fireplace MUST NOT be blocked off. The
use of the cast iron surround panels may not be
possible in these instances. A custom-built
surround panel system may be used provided it
does not interfere with air circulation through the
convection chamber/ louvers.
• Air flow within and around the factory-built fireplace
shall not be altered by installation of the insert.
• Alteration of the fireplace in any manner is not
permitted; i.e. firebrick or refractory panels MUST
NOT be removed in order to accommodate the
insert. Exceptions to this are:
a. External trim pieces, that do not affect the
function of the fireplace, may be removed
providing they can be stored on or within
the fireplace for reassembly if the insert
were to be removed.
b. The chimney damper may be removed to
install the chimney liner.
• Inserts that project from the factory-built fireplace
must be furnished with appropriate means of
support. The weight of the insert must not com-
promise the means of support for the factory-built
fireplace.
• Fireplace Conversion Notice 220508 must be perma-
nently attached to the back of the fireplace. This
metal label is included in the bag containing this
manual.
• Final approval is contingent on the authority having
local jurisdiction.
Factory-Built Fireplace Requirements, cont’d.
Figure 4. Required hearth protection if flush with
combustible floor materials.
Combustible
Flooring
Figure 5. Canada only:
Minimum depth with code-approved raised hearth.
Min.
18”from
door
opening
2 1/2”
Min.
16” U.S.
20” CAN
from door
opening
Min.
14 7/8” U.S.
18 7/8” CAN
from
surround face

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Minimum Clearances
Clearances are measured from the hearth
surface, door opening, or centerline as noted
below.
A:A:
A:A:
A: Hearth Protection, width from centerline: ........
........................................................ 18 1/2” (470 mm)
B:B:
B:B:
B: Hearth Protection, forward from door opening:
.................................. US: 16” / CAN: 20”(508 mm)
C:C:
C:C:
C: To Side Trim, 1” max. thickness , from centerline
............................................................. 21 3/4” (552 mm)
D:D:
D:D:
D: To Side Room Wall, from centerline: ....................
............................................................ 54” (1372 mm)
E:E:
E:E:
E: To Top Trim, 1” max. thickness, from hearth:
..................... US: 51 3/4” / CAN: 57 1/2” (1460 mm)
F:F:
F:F:
F: To Mantel , 3 1/2” max. depth, from hearth:
..................... US: 51 3/4” / CAN: 57 1/2”(1460 mm)
To Mantel, 11 1/2” max. depth, from hearth
..................... US: 57 3/4” / CAN: 63 1/2” (1613 mm)
See fig. 7 for clearances with Mantel Heat Shield.
Figure 6. Minimum clearance to combustible materials.
Clearance to Combustible Materials
• There may be no combustible materials located
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 within 36” of the insert.
• Specific clearance (open space) must be main-
tained between the fireplace insert and com-
bustible materials located above and to the
side.
See figures 5-6 for minimum dimensions.
C
B
D
E
A
F
Mantel Clearances
The installation must conform to the minimimum
mantel clearances specified in the chart below. These
clearances may be reduced with installation of Jøtul
Mantel Heat Shield 156448 as specified in the chart.
Clearance reduction to mantel construction may also be
made in conformance to NFPA 211 or CAN/CSA B365.
Figure 7. Mantel Clearance Detail - measured from
the hearth surface to the lowest mantel surface.
ABCDE
U.S: 57 3/4” 56 1/4” 54 3/4” 53 1/4” 51 3/4”
CAN: 63 1/2” 62” 60 1/2” 59” 57 1/2”
161.3 cm 157.4 cm 153.7 cm 150 cm 146 cm
U.S. & CAN: With Mantel Heat Shield 156448
48” 46 1/2” 45” 43 1/2” 42”
127.9 cm 118.1 cm 114.3 cm 110.4 cm 106.6cm
11.5
9.5
7.5
5.5
3.5
MANTEL
AREA
E
D
C
B
A

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Chimney Connection Requirements
U.S. Only Requirements:
1. The insert must be connected to a code-approved
masonry chimney with a direct (positive) flue
connector into the first chimney liner section.
2. The cross-sectional area of the chimney flue may
not be less than the cross-sectional area of the
flue collar..
3. A sealed block-off plate must be installed at the
damper area of the existing fireplace, unless the
liner is connected to the top of the chimney. See
fig. 8.
4. For internal chimneys, (no sides of the chimney
exposed to the outside below the roofline,) a
positive connection into the first flue tile is accept-
able provided the tile is no larger than 8” x 12”.
5. For external chimneys, (one or more sides are
exposed to the outside below the roof line,
including garages), a positive connection to the
first flue tile is acceptable provided the tile is no
larger than 8” x 8”.
6. A 6”, 7”, or 8” stainless steel liner, extending the
full height of the chimney, is required for those
installations where the flue tile is greater than
8” x 12” for internal chimneys, or
8” x 8” for external chimneys.
In this case, a damper block-off plate is not
required.
Canada Requirement:
The insert must be installed with a continuous
chimney liner of 6” (152 mm) diameter extending
from the fireplace insert to the top of the chimney.
The chimney liner must conform to the Class 3
requirements of CAN/ULC-S635, Standard for Lining
Systems for Existing Masonry or Factory-Built
Chimneys and Vents, or CAN/ULC-S640, Standard for
Lining Systems for New Masonry Chimneys.
See fig. 9.
Do not use aluminum or galvanized steel pipe for
chimney connection components - these materials
are not suitable for use with solid fuel.
Locking
Bracket
Damper
Frame
Adjustable
Sealing Plate
Flex
Connector
Apply sealant
around damper
opening
Flex Connector
Pipe extends
into the first flue
tile
Figure 8. Positive Chimney Connection with an
example of a damper block-off plate - U.S. only.
Attach Fireplace
Conversion
Notice Plate to
Rear Wall of
Fireplace

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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
position. Thoroughly clean the firebox and
smokeshelf area with a wire brush.
2. If the fireplace has been modified to accommo-
date installation, use anchors or masonry nails to
attach the metal Fireplace Conversion Notice
Plate (PN 220508) to the back wall of the masonry
fireplace firebox where it will be readily seen
should the insert be removed.
3. If appropriate, install the damper sealing plate
according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The
sealing plate may require trimming to accommo-
date your specific fireplace damper frame.
Attach
Fireplace
Conversion
Notice Plate
to Rear Wall
of Fireplace
Masonry or Listed
HT Prefabricated
Chimney Cap
Sealed
connection to
chimney cap
Damper linkage
removed and
plate is removed
or locked open
Figure 9. A fully-relined chimney is required in
Canada and highly recommended in the U.S.

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Install the Firebox
The cast iron baffles must be removed to secure the
draw-down adaptor to the firebox.The Left Baffle has
two bosses cast into it that engage with corresponding
holes in the air tubes to lock each tube in correct
position. Use a flashlight to locate the bosses by lifting
up on the Left Baffle. See fig. 12.
1. Lift up the Left Cast Iron Baffle to disengage the
locator boss from the Front Air Tube, and pull the air
tube forward and out of the side manifolds.
2. Keeping the Rear Air Tube in place, push up on the
Right Baffle and remove the Left Baffle, dropping it
down and out.
3. Lift and remove the Right Baffle.
4. Locate the fireplace insert in its final position. From
within the firebox, reach up and pull the Draw-down
Adaptor into the insert flue collar.
Install the Draw-Down Adaptor
1. Insert the end of the chimney flue flex pipe as far as it will
go into the non-crimped end of the adaptor or, if appropri-
ate, the adaptor that may be supplied by the flex liner
manufacturer.
Orient the draw-down adaptor so that the retainer pin
will be parallel with the front of the fireplace.This will
ease locating the cotter pin hole. Fig. 11.
2. Drill holes through the flex pipe at the three pilot
hole locations in the adaptor and secure with sheet
metal screws.
Installing the Fireplace Insert
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.
2. Insert the AC power receptacle lead through the
appropriate inlet in the side of the firebox. See fig.
10. Remove the #8 x 5/8” phillips screw already in
place and engage the receptacle bracket with the
tab in the inlet opening. Reinstall the screw.
3. Route the AC power wire harness through the hole
in the Inner Shroud and around the front of the
blower. Plug the male quick-connector into the
corresponding female connector on the blower
wire harness, located between the two blowers.
Loosen the Control Switchplate wingnut to swing
the switch assembly out for better access to the
female connector.
After connection, relocate the whole wire harness
behind the blower and resecure the switchplate.
4. Plug the power cord into the receptacle, but do not
plug it into the wall outlet until the installation is
complete.
Figure 12.
Remove baffles and Front Secondary Air Tube..
Front Secondary Air Tube
Rear Secondary Air Tube
Right Baffle
Left Baffle
Locator Boss
5. Insert the retainer pin through the appropriate holes
in the adaptor ears, and lock the retainer pin in place
using the cotter pin.
6. Replace first the right baffle, then the left baffle,
followed by the air tubes. ADJUST THE AIR TUBES AS
NECESSARY TO BE SURE EACH IS PROPERLY ENGAGED
WITH THE ADJACENT LOCATOR BOSSES ON THE LEFT
BAFFLE.
Figure 11.
Install
Draw-Down
Adaptor
Flexible Flue
Liner
Draw-down
Adaptor
Retainer Pin
Cotter Pin
Flex Liner
Adaptor
(if appropriate)
Wire Harness Lead
Control
Switchplate
Quik-connectors
Phillips
screw
Receptacle
Bracket
Figure 10.
Routing the AC wire harness leads.
Inner Shroud

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Figure 13.
Surround Panel assembly
viewed from backside.
Surround Assembly
All fasteners have already been installed in the
appropriate locations at the factory. You will need to
remove them, attach the parts together as described
below and reinstall the fasteners at those locations.
1. Layout the parts. Place the castings face down
on a protective surface such as carpeting, blan-
kets or a sheet of cardboard. See fig. 13.
2. Attach the Breastplates to each other.
Use a 10 mm socket or wrench with two M6 x 10
hex head flange bolts. Adjust the set screw to
obtain parallel alignment of the two plates.
3. Attach the Leg plates. The Legs must be oriented
with the Hang Tabs on the inside edges as shown
in
fig. 12. Use the two remaining M6 x 12 hex head
flange bolts to attach the Legs to the Breastplate
assembly.
4. Attach the two Bottom Surround Trim panels
together with the single M6 x 10 hex bolt. Attach
the Trim Mounting Bracket to the back of the
Bottom Trim assembly using the other two M6 x
10 bolts and washers. Orient the bracket as
shown in fig. 14.
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• 10 mm socket or wrench
5. If appropriate, attach the Extended Surround
Panel to the firebox. See illustration on page 6.
With the painted side facing out, engage the
hooked tabs on panel with the slots in the
backside of the Surround Brackets on the firebox.
Extend the blower power cord out beyond the
front of surround panel.
6. Attach the Bottom Trim assembly to the two
studs located in the firebox floor between the
blowers using the M6 nuts already in place.
7. Attach the Surround assembly to the Firebox.
Lift the entire assembly upright and position it in
front of the insert firebox. The four Hang Tabs on
the surround legs must engage with the adjacent
cutouts in the two brackets on the sides of the
firebox opening.The surround will easily engage
with these brackets if the firebox is slightly proud
of the fireplace opening.
8. Check the alignment of the breastplates for
“bowing” and adjust the set screw as necessary.
9. Push the entire unit into position so that the
surround is flush against the fireplace face.
Figure 14. Bottom Surround Trim assembly.
Trim Mounting
Bracket
Right Bottom Trim
Left Bottom Trim
Hang Tabs
Left Leg
Right Leg
Right Breastplate Left Breastplate
Hang
Tabs
All fasteners are M6 x 10 mm hex
head bolts, pre-installed.
Alignment Set Screw
Front Grille

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Jøtul C 550 Rockland
Operation
Read the following section carefully before building
a fire in your fireplace insert..
Fuel
This stove is designed to burn natural wood ONLY.
Wood that has been air-dried for a period of 6 to 14
months will provide the cleanest, most efficient
heat. Frequent use of green or inadequately sea-
soned wood is conducive to creosote accumulation
and generally poor performance.
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DO NODO NO
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•Coal •Treated or painted wood
•Garbage •Chemical Chimney cleaners
•Cardboard •Colored paper
•Solvents •Any synthetic fuel or logs
The burning of any of these materials can result in
the release of toxic fumes. NEVER USE GASOLINE,
GASOLINE-TYPE LANTERN FUEL, KEROSENE, CHAR-
COAL LIGHTER FLUID, OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO START
OR “FRESHEN-UP” THE FIRE. Always keep such
liquids away from the heater at all times.
Air Control Settings
A single lever regulates the Primary Air flow that
controls the intensity of the fire and consequent
heat output and burn time. This lever is located
within the slot on the upper right front of the
fireplace insert.
When first starting or reviving the fire, the
control lever should be set at the far right position
to allow the maximum amount of air into the stove.
See fig.15. After the fire is well-established, the lever
should be set at position to moderate incoming air
to maintain the desired long term heat output and/
or burn time.
In general, the more air made available to the
fuel will result in the hottest fire intensity and the
fastest fuel consumption. Alternatively, the less air
made available to the firebox will result in low heat
output and slow fuel consumption.
Use the following guide for best performance.
Burn Rate Air Control Setting Blower Speed
Low Fully Closed Low / On at 30 min.
Med. Low 1/16”-1/8”Open Low / On at 30 min.
Med. High 3/16”-1/4”Open Low / On at 30 min.
High Max. Open High / On
Figure 15. Air Control Setting
Blower Settings / Air Control
WARNING
NEVER ALLOW THE FIRE TO REST
DIRECTLY ON THE GLASS. THE
LOGS SHOULD ALWAYS BE SPACED
AT LEAST ONE INCH FROM THE
GLASS TO ALLOW FOR PROPER AIR
FLOW WITHIN THE STOVE.
OPERATE THIS FIREPLACE INSERT
ONLY WITH THE FRONT DOOR FULLY
CLOSED. OPERATION WITH A PAR-
TIALLY OPENED DOOR MAY RESULT
IN OVER-FIRING. ALSO, IF THE DOOR
IS LEFT PARTLY OPEN, GAS AND
FLAME MAY BE DRAWN OUT OF THE
STOVE OPENING, CREATING RISKS
FROM BOTH FIRE AND SMOKE.
FULLY
PEN
FULLY
CL SED
1/8
1/4
Blower Speed Control

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Jøtul C 550 Rockland
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.
1. Set the Air Control Lever in the full open position.
2. Crumple several sheets of newspaper directly
on the bottom plate..
2. Place several pieces of small dry kindling (approx.
1” in diameter) on top of the newspaper, with two
to three small logs (approx. 2” to 3” in diameter)
on top.
3. Light the fire and close the door. Gradually build
the fire by adding larger and larger logs as the
fire develops a bed of coals.
4. When you have added the final logs, adjust the
Air Control Lever to provide the desired fire
intensity.
Experiment with a variety of air control settings
to determine the best one for your individual
circumstances. Remember that fuel characteristics,
chimney system condition, building design, and
weather conditions all affect the performance of
your fireplace insert. In time, you will discover how
these elements combine and how you can work
with them to achieve satisfactory performance.
Adding Fuel to the Fire
When reloading the stove while a bed of hot embers
still exists, follow this reloading procedure:
• Always wear stove gloves when tending to the
fire.
• Push the Air Control Lever to the full open posi-
tion (far right).
• Always wait a few seconds before opening the
door. This allows the renewed air circulation to
clear unburned gases from the firebox.
• Use a stove tool or poker to distribute the hot
embers equally around the firebox.
• Load the fuel, usually with smaller logs first.
Keep logs behind the andirons. See fig. 16.
• Close the doors and secure the latch.
• Wait 5 – 10 minutes for the fire to reestablish
before adjusting the Air Control Lever for the
desired heat output. If a thick bed of live coals is
present, you may be able to add fuel and immedi-
ately set the air control without waiting for the
fire to be reestablished.
Creosote Formation
This appliance is designed to burn wood cleanly and
efficiently when operated as described in this
manual. However, when wood is burned slowly and
at low temperatures, tar and other organic vapors
are produced which condense on the relatively
cooler chimney flue surfaces to form creosote.
Failure to keep the chimney system free of creosote
build up could result in a chimney fire.
The creosote that accumulates in the chimney is
highly flammable and is the fuel of chimney fires. To
prevent chimney fires, it is important to have the
chimney flue and connector pipe cleaned and
inspected at the beginning of the heating season
and then inspected twice per month during fre-
quent use. Clean the chimney whenever creosote
accumulation of 1/4” or more is evident. A qualified
chimney sweep or other authorized service person
can provide this service.
Break-in Period
The cast iron parts of your fireplace insert require a
break-in process to allow them to gradually adjust
to thermal expansion and contraction. This is
accomplished by building a series of three or four
fires, each somewhat hotter than the last. Allow the
fireplace insert to cool completely before building
the next fire.
Limit the first fire to just kindling and a couple
of 1 -2 inch logs and add progressively more and
larger logs to subsequent fires, keeping the Air
Control set to the fully open position.
It is normal for a new fireplace insert to emit
odor and possibly smoke during the first few fires.
This is characteristic of the burn-off of residues from
the manufacturing process and the curing of
painted surfaces. Open a window near the fireplace
insert to provide plenty of fresh air to the room
during this “seasoning” period.
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Figure 16.
Fuel load area - keep logs behind the andirons.

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Jøtul C 550 Rockland
SNAPSTAT
BK
G
POWER
SUPPLY
BLOWER
BR
RHEOSTAT
BK BK
BK
SWITCH
MANUAL
CIRCUIT
BK
G
BK
BL
BK
BR
G
BK
BR
BLOWER
BR
BR
BK
AUTO
CIRCUIT
NOTE: Terminal and witch marking are on
oppo ite end of the witch. See below.
Manual Switch
Po ition
Auto Circuit
Terminal
Manual Circuit
Terminal
Auto Switch
Po ition
Blower Operation
Access the blower control panel by lifting the cast
iron lower grille up off the insert.
The dual blowers will enhance heat circulation
around the firebox and out into the room. In the
Automatic setting, the blowers are controlled by a
heat activated switch (snapstat) that will only
function when the speed control is ON. After the fire
has been burning for a time, the snapstat will react
to the heat and activate the blowers. Conversely,
the blower will continue to operate until the
snapstat cools as the fire wanes.The blowers will
then shut off automatically.
The Manual setting overrides the snapstat
functionality allowing blower operation regardless
of temperatures.
For best performance, do not turn the switch on
until after the fire is well-established.
If the blower is not needed, place the blower
control switch in the OFF position.
Figure 18. C 550 Wiring diagram.Figure 17. Blower and speed controls.
It is also important to remember that chimney
size, temperature and height all affect draft which in
turn affects the formation of creosote. An exterior
chimney, whether masonry or prefabricated steel, will
be exposed to cold outside temperatures, and conse-
quently, will be more prone to creosote accumulation
than an interior flue.
A chimney flue located within the home interior
will benefit from the insulating characteristics of the
building itself. Consequently, the flue system will be
less conducive to condensation of unburned gases and
minimal creosote accumulation will result.
As a general rule, try to avoid burning the insert at
the lowest air control settings. Although a low setting
will prolong burn time, it may also result in incomplete
combustion. In reducing the fire intensity, draft is
weakened and the chimney flue cools. This, together
with the increase in unburned gases, leads to rapid
creosote accumulation.


THIS BLOWER MUST BE
ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES
OR, IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL
CODES, WITH THE CURRENT ANSI/
NFPA 70, NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE OR CSA C22.1-CANADIAN
ELECTRICAL CODE.


THIS UNIT IS SUPPLIED WITH A
THREE-PRONG (GROUNDING)
PLUG FOR PROTECTION AGAINST
SHOCK HAZARD AND SHOULD BE
PLUGGED DIRECTLY INTO A
PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE-
PRONG RECEPTACLE. DO NOT
CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING
PRONG FROM THE PLUG.
DO NOT USE ANY POWER SUPPLY
CORD OTHER THAN THAT
SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT.


ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE
POWER SUPPLY WHEN
PERFORMING ANY SERVICE ON
THE FIREPLACE INSERT.
WARNING !
MAN AUTO
OFF
OFF
LOW
HIGH
CC
CC
Color Kolor K
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BR - Brown
BL - Blue
BK - Black
G - Green

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Jøtul C 550 Rockland
Maintenance
Glass Care
Cleaning
Occasionally it will be necessary to clean the carbon
deposits and fly ash off of the glass. If deposits are
allowed to remain on the glass for an extended
period of time, the glass may become etched and
cloudy.
Creosote deposits should burn off during the next
hot fire.
1. The glass must be COMPLETELY COOL.
2. Only use a cleaner that is specifically designed for
this purpose. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING
AGENTS. The use of abrasives will damage the
glass, leaving a frosted surface. Crumpled newspa-
per is an especially good cleaning material.
3. Rinse and dry glass completely before lighting a fire.
Glass Replacement
Always operate the doors slowly and cautiously to
avoid cracking or breaking the glass. Never use the
door to push wood into the firebox. If the glass
becomes cracked or broken follow the replacement
procedure below.
Ash Removal
Always wear stove gloves when handling ashes.
Ash removal will be required periodically depending
on how frequently the stove is used. Use a steel ash
shovel and metal container with a tight-fitting lid.
NEVER USE A PAPER OR PLASTIC BAG AS AN ASH
RECEPTACLE.
The container of ashes should be placed on a
noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away
from all combustible materials, pending final
disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil
or otherwise dispersed, they should be kept in the
closed container until all coals and cinders have
thoroughly cooled.
IMPORTANT:
NEVER OPERATE THE STOVE WITH A
CRACKED OR BROKEN GLASS PANEL.
Replace glass only with part # 156467
specifically designed for the Jøtul C 550
Rockland Fireplace insert. Do not use
substitutes. Replacement glass can be
ordered from your Jøtul dealer.
1. Remove the door from the stove and place on a
flat surface.
2. First loosen and then carefully remove all of the
glass clips from the inside of the door. See fig. 19.
3. Remove all pieces of the glass panel and gasket-
ing.
4. Remove all remaining debris from the glass area
using a wire brush.
5. Apply a small bead of gasket/stove cement and
the new gasket. Do not overlap the ends of the
gasket rope.
6. Orient the glass with the IR Coating label facing
out. Hold the glass at an angle to see the word
“COATED” located at the lower edge. This side
should face out when placed in the door. Center
the new glass panel over the gasket and loosely
reinstall the glass clips. Tighten the clips, alternat-
ing at opposite corners. Avoid applying uneven
pressure on the glass..
7. It may be necessary to retighten the glass clips
after the stove has burned and the gasketing has
seated.
Figure 19.
Replacing the
door glass and
gaskets.
Door Gasket
PN 100038
Glass Gasket
PN 200024
Glass Panel
PN 222219
M6 x 8 Pan
Hd Screw
PN 117505
Gasketed
Glass Clip
PN 153620

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Jøtul C 550 Rockland
General Maintenance
Regular maintenance will assure proper perfor-
mance and prolong the life of your fireplace insert..
The following procedures do not take long and are
generally inexpensive. When done consistently,
they will help increase the life of your fireplace
insert and assure satisfactory performance.
• Thoroughly clean the insert. Enamel surfaces
should be cleaned with a moist cloth and
polished dry..
• Empty firebox of all soot and ashes. Never use a
household vacuum cleaner to remove ashes.
Only a shop vacuum with a metal container is
acceptable and only when you are certain the
ashes are cold.
• Inspect the firebox using a utility light inside
and out for cracks or leaks. Replace all cracked
bricks and repair leaks with furnace cement.
Removing the Insert for Cleaning
U.S. Direct-connection Only:
1. Disconnect the blower power cord from its
outlet.
2. Open the firebox door and pull the insert out
enough to disengage the surround panel
assemblies by lifting up off of the brackets.
3. Lift up the Left Cast Iron Baffle to disengage the
locator boss from the Front Air Tube, and pull the
air tube forward and out of the side manifolds.
4. Keeping the Rear Air Tube in place, push up on the
Right Baffle and remove the Left Baffle.
5. Lift and remove the Right Baffle.
6. Slide the Rear Air Tube to one side to disengage
it from the Side Manifolds.
7. Remove the retainer pin from the Draw-down
Adaptor. Push up on the draw-down bar to
disengage the adaptor from the insert
8. Pull the firebox and cabinet forward as a unit.
The flue connector, liner, and chimney can now
be inspected and cleaned.
9. See page 12 for reassembly procedures.
Gaskets
Check door and glass gaskets for seal integrity.
The gaskets should be soft enough to be somewhat
resilient to the touch. Over time, gaskets will
compress and harden. Replace worn-out or hard-
ened gaskets with the appropriate size material
available from your local Authorized Jøtul Dealer.
To check the seal of the front doors, close and latch
the doors on a dollar bill and slowly try to pull the
dollar bill free. The seal is too loose if the bill can be
easily removed. Adjust the door latch and test
again.
Replacement Gaskets
GlassGlass
GlassGlass
Glass
LD .250 Fiberglass Rope 66” 200024
DoorDoor
DoorDoor
Door
LD2 .350 Fiberglass Rope 70” 100038
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FF
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LD2 .360 Fiberglass Rope 90.5” 117587
Air ManifAir Manif
Air ManifAir Manif
Air Manifold,old,
old,old,
old, OuterOuter
OuterOuter
Outer
LD2 .250 SA Fiberglass Rope 30” 129644
Air ManifAir Manif
Air ManifAir Manif
Air Manifold,old,
old,old,
old, InnerInner
InnerInner
Inner
.125 x 8 mm Flat SA 24” 127215
Canada Installations (Full Reline):
The chimney liner can be swept directly into a
bucket placed under the flue outlet, with removal of
the two cast iron baffle plates.
1. Lift up the Left Cast Iron Baffle to disengage the
locator boss from the Front Air Tube, and pull the air
tube forward and out of the side manifolds.
2. Keeping the Rear Air Tube in place, push up on the
Right Baffle and remove the Left Baffle.
3. Lift and remove the Right Baffle.
4. Slide the Rear Air Tube to one side to disengage it
from the Side Manifolds.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order, being sure to
engage the locator bosses on the Left Baffle with
the corresponding holes in the Secondary Air Tubes.

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Jøtul C 550 Rockland
Gasket Replacement
See the chart below for replacement gasket specifi-
cations. See also figs. 19-20 for locations.
1. Remove the old gasket material with a pliers and
thoroughly clean the channel with a wire brush.
2. Lay out the new gasket around the channel to
determine length.Trim the gasket to leave 1” excess.
3. Apply a small bead of gasket or furnace cement
in the channel.
4. Lightly press the new gasket into the channel,
being careful to avoid compressing or stretching
it.Trim the gasket further as necessary to allow
the tail end to slightly overlap the other end.
5. Wait ten minutes to allow the cement to set and
then close and latch the doors. Reopen the doors
and use a damp cloth to wipe away any excess
cement that may be squeezed out from under the
gasket.

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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 11
12
13
14
15
17
18
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20
21
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27
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Use only genuine Jøtul replacement parts. Do not substitute parts from any other manufacturer. See your local Authorized Jøtul Dealer or contact us directly: Jøtul North America 55 Hutcherson Dr. Gorham, Maine 04038
Figure 20.
Jøtul C 550 Rockland Illustrated Parts Diagram