RSF Woodburning Fireplaces DELTA User manual

RSF-IID2_APR-06
Owner's Manual
Residential Factory Built Fireplace
Operation • Maintenance • Installation
DELTA
Keep these instructions for future use.

DELTA Owner's Manual 2 RSF Woodburning Fireplaces
Dear Customer,
The DELTA incorporates technology with elegance to give you a beautiful view of the fire
without compromising on heating efficiency or environmental quality.
We have designed your new DELTA to be easy to install, operate and maintain. It is in your
best interest to become familiar with it. Study your manual to be sure that the installation is
correct, then follow the guidelines for operation and maintenance.
We at RSF Woodburning Fireplaces congratulate you on your choice of the DELTA, and are
confident that you have purchased a fireplace that is simply, the best.
Sincerely,
RSF Woodburning Fireplaces TEAM
March 2006
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY FIRST 3
DO'S AND DONT'S3
CREOSOTE:FORMATION AND REMOVAL 3
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 4
THE COMBUSTION CONTROL SYSTEM 4
DELTA OPTIONS 4
OPERATION 5
AIR CONTROL 5
LIGHTING 5
THE FIRST FIRE 5
REFUELING 5
MAINTENANCE 6
GENERAL CLEANING 6
PAINT 6
GLASS CLEANING 6
CHIMNEY CLEANING 6
DISPOSAL OF ASHES 6
DOOR SEAL ADJUSTMENT 6
DOOR AND WINDOWS POSITION ADJUSTMENT 7
GOLD PLATING 7
INSTALLATION 8
MOVING THE DELTA 8
NAILING STRIP INSTALLATION 9
LOCATION 9
CEILING CLEARANCE 11
OUTSIDE AIR DUCT 11
CHIMNEY 12
CHIMNEY INSTALLATION 12
OFFSET CHIMNEY 13
CHASE ENCLOSURE 14
FRAMING 14
HEARTH EXTENSION 15
BENEATH HEARTH EXTENSION 15
MANTEL 15
MANDATORY OPTIONS WITH THE CLEAN FACE 16
REFRACTORY BRICK INSTALLATION 16
LISTING LABEL 17
COMPLETE OPTIONS LIST 18
CONFIGURED OPTIONS LIST 19
EXPLODED DRAWINGS 20
LIMITED WARRANTY 22

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SAFETY FIRST
DO'S AND DONT'S
If this fireplace is not properly installed, a house fire could result. For your safety, follow the installation
directions. Contact your local authority having jurisdiction (such as municipal building department, fire
department, fire prevention bureau, etc.) regarding restrictions and installation requirements, and the
need to obtain a permit.
To ANYONE using this fireplace: these DO's and DO NOTs are for your safety.
1. DO read this instruction manual before lighting your first fire.
2. DO burn seasoned wood fuel or densified fuel logs.
3. To avoid glass breakage, DO NOT slam the fireplace door.
4. DO NOT ever use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to
start or freshen up a fire in this fireplace. Keep all such liquids well away from the fireplace while it is in use.
5. DO NOT overfire the fireplace. If you are unable to slow down the burning rate of the fire or if the
chimney connector behind the top louver glows red, you are overfiring the fireplace.
6. DO operate the fireplace with doors either fully closed or fully open with the firescreen. If the door is
left partly open, gas and flame can be drawn out of the fireplace opening, creating both fire and smoke
hazards.
7. If you use the fireplace with the door wide open, install a firescreen (FO-FSD2) to prevent logs and sparks
from burning your floor. Under no circumstances should the fireplace be used without either the door closed
or the firescreen installed.
8. DO keep all combustible materials (furniture, firewood, etc.) at least 4' away from the front of the fireplace.
9. DO NOT use a fireplace grate or other products not specified for use with this fireplace.
10. DO read the section about MOVING THE DELTA before you begin the installation.
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NOTE: We strongly recommend that our products be installed and
serviced by professionals who are certified by the National Fireplace
Institute in the U.S. or by Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc. in
Canada.
CREOSOTE: FORMATION AND REMOVAL
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with the expelled moisture
from the wood to form creosote. The creosote vapors can condense in the relatively cool chimney of a slow
burning fire. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The chimney should be inspected
periodically during the heating season to see if a creosote build-up has occurred. If a significant layer of creosote
has accumulated (1/4" or more), it should be removed to reduce the risk of chimney fire.
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WARNING: BURN DRY WOOD ONLY. DO NOT BURN: DRIFTWOOD,
TREATED WOOD,
COAL,
GARBAGE, OR
PLASTIC.
Do not use construction scraps (e.g. 2x4 or plywood scraps) as your only supply of fuel as you can overheat and
seriously damage the fireplace. Do not use more than one wax fuel log (e.g. Duraflame) at a time and only with a
firescreen on the fireplace. Use only firelogs that have been evaluated for fireplace use. In Canada, they should
meet the requirements of ULC/ORD-C127-M1990. Refer to the firelog warnings and caution markings prior to
use.

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
THE COMBUSTION CONTROL SYSTEM
Since the doors are sealed all combustion air must come through the DELTA's draft control. This control has a
bimetal coil to allow more air when the unit is cold, and less air when the unit is hot, guarding against overheating.
It can be controlled either manually with the lever that is located below the right window frame, or automatically
with an optional electric wall thermostat.
For the first few days it is best to operate the fireplace with the manual control fully open (moved to the right as far
as possible). Just control the fire as you would any normal fireplace using one or two logs at a time for a smaller
fire, or more logs for more heat. Once you become familiar with operating the fireplace with the control open, you
can start experimenting with lower settings. Remember: when the fireplace is hot, the control will not need as
much movement to reduce the fire as when it is cold. The bimetal coil will already have shut the damper part way.
DELTA OPTIONS
There are many different ways you can finish your DELTA fireplace no matter what basic unit you have purchased
(black door: FF-DEB2, gold door: FF-DEG2, or pewter door: FF-DEP2). You can choose to install upper and
lower louvers which are available in various colors (black: FO-DLB2, gold: FO-DLG2, or pewter: FO-DLP2) or no
louvers at all (FO-F).
If you choose to install your DELTA fireplace without any louvers, you MUST install the Clean Face Option (FO-F)
along with two Gravity Vent Kits (FO-V). Gravity vent dampers may not be installed on a Clean Face DELTA.
To simplify the installation of thin non-combustible materials such as ceramic tile or sliced brick, we have
designed rock retainer kits. They are not designed or required for full brick or stone. With a Louvered DELTA, you
can choose to leave all the black metal completely exposed, partially exposed or completely covered with non-
combustible material. We offer rock retainer kits to help with the installation of non-combustible materials on a
Louvered DELTA (FO-FDKD for perimeter partial coverage and FO-FDKD-1 for complete coverage). We also
have a rock retainer kit for the Clean Face DELTA (FO-KD2). Thin materials can also be installed directly on the
face of the DELTA using high temperature silicone as glue, without a rock retainer kit.
For increased air circulation and marginally more heat output, you can add the Circulating Internal Blower (FO-
FDHB5-N) to your Louvered DELTA or the Inline Fan (FO-CIF) to your Clean Face DELTA.
If you have any rooms directly above or adjacent to the room with the fireplace that you would like to heat, you
may want to consider the Gravity Vent Kit (FO-V). The gravity vent distributes hot air to these rooms and requires
no blower to assist its operation.
For constant heat, day and night, you will be surprised by what the Thermostat Option (FO-FDHC4) can do for
you. This option provides you with the necessary parts to automatically control the draft control via a wall
thermostat. It will keep your room temperature as even as though you were heating with oil, gas or electricity,
except you will find wood heat more comfortable.
To maximize the distribution of the heat generated by your DELTA fireplace throughout many rooms and different
floors, consider the Central Heat Option. With our Central Heat Blower (FO-FDHB6-1), you can use the house
central heating ducts or dedicated ducts to circulate the fireplace heat to one or many rooms. The Central Heat
Control (FO-FDHC6) will enable automatic control of the Central Heat Blower via a wall thermostat and thermal
switch. The Zone Heat Control (FO-FDHCZ1) along with Zone Damper Kits (FO-FDHCZ2) will provide the same
features as the Central Heat Control but for more than one heating zone. If you wish to install the Central Heat
Blower on a Clean Face DELTA, you will need the Central Heat T (FO-T) that will enable you to connect the
central heat duct along with the left gravity vent on the fireplace.
This fireplace has been specially designed to combine high efficiency with the elegance of a wood burning fire.
Most often you will take advantage of the high efficiency and the control possible with your new DELTA wood
burning fireplace. If you would like to enjoy the sight and sound of an open fireplace, or simply have less heat
output in a warmer weather you may wish to install the optional DELTA firescreen (FO-FSD2).
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NOTE: Many options require wiring and/or electricity for their installation. If there is any chance that any of these
options will be installed in the future then suitable wiring should be run during framing otherwise it will be difficult
to install these options later.
Detailed installation instructions are included in the box with each option. These can also be obtained from our
Internet Web Site: www.icc-rsf.com.

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OPERATION
AIR CONTROL
The combustion air control handle is located below the right window
frame (see Figure 1). When the handle is to the far right, the control is
fully open and the fire will burn more quickly. When the handle is to the
far left, it is fully closed and the fire will burn more slowly.
Independent of the air control handle position, right (open) or left
(closed), the bimetallic coil integrated in the draft control will cycle
through keeping the air control open in the position you have selected
until the bimetallic coil becomes warm enough to close the draft control
to prevent overheating. It will then cool down until it is cool enough so
that the bimetallic coil will open the draft control back to the position
you have selected until it is warm enough to close the draft control
again.
LIGHTING
Before starting a fire, make sure to completelly open the draft control. It is located below right window frame and
should be pushed completely to the right. Light a fire in the fireplace, starting with paper and kindling only. Then
add three or four pieces of wood, about 3" diameter. After the fire is established, close the door. Never use any
flammable liquids. Once a coal bed is established, add standard cord wood. Leave the draft control open until the
fire is well lit, then adjust it to the level you desire.
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WARNING: DO NOT USE A GRATE OR ELEVATE THE FIRE.
THE FIRST FIRE
You will experience a slow start-up during the first few fires. The refractory bricks contain moisture from
manufacturing and require a few hot fires to evaporate the moisture. While there is still moisture in the bricks, the
bricks will be black with smoke deposits. When the moisture has dissipated, the bricks will turn white. You will
experience a slight odor during the first few fires. This odor comes from curing paint and oil burning off the metal.
Before the first fire, be absolutely sure to wipe off all fingerprints and debris from the gold plating, if you
have chosen this option. The plating cures during this first fire, and the acid from your finger prints will
permanently etch the gold plating.
REFUELING
Fuel wood can be of any species but the fireplace will not burn cleanly or efficiently unless the wood is well
seasoned. Keep your firewood under cover.
The door should be opened slowly to keep smoke from spilling into your room. If you have a problem with
smoke spillage check to see that all kitchen and bathroom fans have been shut off. They can cause
negative pressure in the house which pulls smoke out of the fireplace.
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NOTE: The central heat and internal blowers, if installed, should be shut off during refuelling to prevent smoke
from spilling out of the fireplace.
Figure 1 Air Control
Towards the left
to close
Towards the
right to open

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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL CLEANING
The high heat paint and gold plating can be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. Use a mild detergent and water. Do
not use abrasive cleaners.
PAINT
You can touch up the face of the DELTA with Stove Bright Metallic Black high temperature paint which is
available at most fireplaces dealers. Follow the directions outlined on the spray can. DO NOT attempt to paint the
fireplace while it is still warm. Keep the spray can away from any source of heat or open flame. Ensure that there
is adequate ventilation in the room from the time you start painting until the paint is dry. Stove Bright is available
in a wide range of colors if you want to change the color of your DELTA.
We recommend that you take the time to protect or remove any item that you do not want to paint such as: the
door glass, the plated door, the fireplace surroundings, etc. The glass can be removed from the door but you will
have to replace the gasket.
GLASS CLEANING
In a controlled combustion firebox temperatures are not always high enough to keep the glass perfectly clean. A
good hot fire once a day usually cleans off most of the deposits that have accumulated. Remember: the drier the
wood, the cleaner the glass. A word of caution: although heat will not break the glass, impact can. Be careful not
to hit the glass.
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WARNING: NEVER CLEAN THE GLASS WITH AN ABRASIVE CLEANER. USE ONLY A CLEANER
RECOMMENDED BY YOUR DEALER. NEVER CLEAN THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT, A SERIOUS BURN
CAN RESULT. THERE ARE A NUMBER OF EXCELLENT WOOD STOVE GLASS CLEANERS AVAILABLE
WHICH ARE FAR SUPERIOR TO REGULAR GLASS AND OVEN CLEANERS FOR WOOD STOVE
APPLICATIONS.
CHIMNEY CLEANING
Check the chimney for creosote buildup every week or so until experience shows how often you need to clean it.
A buildup of ¼" or more should be cleaned before more creosote accumulates. Use an 8" round brush. The baffle
in the firebox can be removed to gain access to the flue from below.
To remove the baffle, first remove the secondary air tube. Simply unscrew the secondary air tube on the left side,
slide the tube toward the right until the left end drops out of its hole. Slide the tube back towards the left to get the
right end out of its hole. To remove the baffle, push up and slide it off the brackets. Replace both the baffle and
the secondary air tube as you removed them and be sure to have the holes on the secondary air tube facing
toward the front.
DISPOSAL OF ASHES
Remove the ashes before they become too deep, i.e., before you have a spillage problem when you open the
door.
The ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be
placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials pending final
disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial, or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the
closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
DOOR SEAL ADJUSTMENT
The door hinges on the fireplace can be adjusted for easy installation/removal of the door, and for proper sealing
of the door.

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To check for a proper door seal insert a thin sheet of paper between the door and the front of the fireplace and
latch the door. Pull gently but firmly on the sheet of paper. If the paper either tears or is hard to retrieve the
adjustment is correct. Repeat this procedure along all sides of the door.
The most important factor for controlling the burning rate of the DELTA is a good seal on the door gasket. If the
door gasket is worn or damaged to the point where the seal is not adequate as described above then remove and
replace the gasket. Replacement kits are available from your RSF dealer.
To insure a proper seal you need to adjust the tightness of the door against the front of the fireplace as follows:
1. Slightly loosen the four bolts that hold in place the two door hinges to the door, just enough so that the hinges
can be moved when force is applied. You can remove the left side window frame to have an easier access to
the door hinge bolts (refer to the Door and Windows Adjustment section).
2. Close the door and engage the handle while making sure the door is straight.
3. Push the door against the fireplace where the hinges are to seal the gasket.
4. Carefully open the door and tighten all four hinge bolts.
5. Verify the seal with the sheet of paper as described above.
6. Once adjusted for a proper seal, verify that the door can be easily removed and put back on the hinges. You
may have to slightly twist one of the hinges to correct the alignment between the hinges and ease the
installation/removal of the door. You can also lightly grease the hinges pins with the high temperature grease
provided to make the hinges easier to move.
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NOTE: An improperly adjusted door seal can have a significant effect on the performance and durability of the
fireplace. A poorly adjusted door can result in reduced efficiency, over firing, excessive wood consumption and
premature fireplace failure.
DOOR AND WINDOWS POSITION ADJUSTMENT
The door and side window frames can be adjusted to fit nicely together.
To adjust the position of the door, loosen the four bolts that hold in place the hinges to the fireplace, just enough
so that the hinges can be moved when force is applied. Move the door in the desired direction (left or right, up or
down). Retighten all bolts.
Each window frame is held in place by two nuts ("A") each on a threaded rod, one at the top and one at the
bottom. Both nuts can be accessed through the firebox. The depth of each window frame is determined by two
bolts ("B"), one at the top and one at the bottom on the inner side of the window frame (i.e. towards the door).
To adjust the position of a window frame, loosen both "A" nuts (you may need to loosen the "B" bolts also), move
the window frame, retighten the nuts and bolts.
To bring the inner side of a window frame out, simply loosen both "A" nuts and then unscrew both "B" bolts to the
level desired and finish by tightening back the "A" nuts. To bring the inner side of a window frame in, simply screw
both "B" bolts and then tighten both "A" nuts.
GOLD PLATING
If you have gold doors or gold louvers, you will be happy to know that they will not tarnish. However, they are not
scratch resistant, use only mild soap and warm water to clean the gold when the surface is cool. The use of any
household cleaner, such as Windex, abrasive cleaners, or any form of acid, may permanently etch or remove
some of the gold plating. Before the first fire, make sure to clean all fingerprints and other deposits on the gold
plating. Since the plating cures during the first fire, fingerprints and other deposits will permanently etch the gold
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INSTALLATION
Check with your local authority having jurisdiction (such as municipal building department, fire department, fire
prevention bureau, etc.) regarding restrictions and installation requirements, and the need to obtain a permit.
Remove the fireplace door. Store it in a safe place until the installation and finishing work is finished. Side
windows must be adequately protected. Be aware that heavy duty cleaning products or acid solutions will
permanently damage the gold plating.
MOVING THE DELTA
Due to the weight of the DELTA, we recommend you use a furniture dolly and place the DELTA as shown in
Figure 3. The DELTA weighs 620 lbs. complete and 450 lbs. stripped of all firebricks and baffle. The DELTA
should be stripped before moving it if possible. Elevate the fireplace and dolly to a 45°angle to move.
Figure 3 Moving the Delta
Figure
2
Nailing Strip Installation
Table 1 DELTA Dimensions and Clearances
Distance of combustible material from side, back and top standoffs 0" (0,0 mm)
Minimum distance of side wall to the side of the fireplace 11" (279 mm)
Ceiling clearance: from the base of the fireplace to the ceiling 7' (2,13 m)
Minimum chimney height: minimum total chimney height from fireplace top to
below the chimney rain cap 12'
(3,66 m)
Maximum chimney height: maximum total chimney height from fireplace top to
below the chimney rain cap 40'
(12,19 m)
Maximum chimney height supported by the DELTA fireplace 16' (4,88 m)
Minimum depth of non-combustible hearth extension: from the front of the
fireplace 16"
(406 mm)
Minimum width of non-combustible hearth extension: from sides of the door
opening 8"
(203 mm)
Minimum width of the spark guard 23 ¾" (603 mm)
Maximum mantel depth 12" (305 mm)
Minimum height of a combustible mantel above the top of the door opening: from
the highest point of the top of the door opening to below the combustible
mantel
(refer to the "Installation: Mantel" section for particulars)
23" (584 mm)
Strap
Remove Door
and Central
Louvers
90
°
nailing strip
Optional 45°
nailing strip
(FO-FDS45)

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NOTE: If using an Eskelera a 2 x 4 will have to be placed between the two forks before using.
NAILING STRIP INSTALLATION
Before installing your DELTA, the side nailing strips need to be assembled as follows:
1. Take the nailing strips provided with the unit.
2. Remove the four (4) metal screws on each side of the DELTA facing.
3. Attach the nailing strip to the side of the DELTA using the metal screws that you removed in Step 2 (see
Figure 2).
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NOTE: When using the optional 45° nailing (FO-FDS45) strip be sure to line up the 45° nailing strip with the
fireplace to ensure facing will be flush.
LOCATION
Your DELTA fireplace may be installed in many different ways (see Figure 4) without any special floor
reinforcement. We recommend that you take the time to plan your entire installation (fireplace, chimney, and
options) before beginning the actual installation (refer to Figure 5).
The framing dimensions are larger than required for ease of installation. Examples shown here are for a
Louvered DELTA, more space is required either on the left or behind the fireplace of a Clean Face DELTA to
connect the intake air duct.
Figure 4 Louvered DELTA Framing Examples
49 1/4"
13 1/2"

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Dimensions of the fireplace along with clearances are shown in Figure 6 and Table 1.
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WARNING: IF THIS FIREPLACE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE CAN RESULT. FOR
YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND CLEARANCES. DO NOT PACK
REQUIRED AIR SPACES WITH INSULATION OR OTHER MATERIALS.
Figure 5 General Installation
Rain Cap
Storm Collar
Flashing
Radiation Shield
with a Storm Collar
Ceiling
Gravity Vent Option FO-
V
(using flexible insulated
ducting provided by ICC
only): Two FO-
V's are
MANDATORY
with the
Clean Facing (not
the
facing shown here)
Intake Grill part of
Clean Facing Option
FO-F
Hearth Extension and
Beneath Hearth
Extension (refer to text
for particulars)
Electrical Knock-outs
Outside Air hood
(refer to text for
particulars)
Radiation
Shield

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1. Note the location of roof and floor joists. Try to choose a location that does not require cutting them.
2. If at all possible, run the chimney up through the inside of the house. If it must be run outside, it should be
enclosed in an insulated enclosure (see Installation: Chase Enclosure). Remember, a cold chimney causes
poor draft.
CEILING CLEARANCE
Ceiling clearance is the distance from the base of the fireplace to the ceiling.
Under no circumstances should the distance between the ceiling firestop and the base fireplace be less than the
dimension specified in Table 1.
OUTSIDE AIR DUCT
After the fireplace is correctly positioned, connect the outside air inlet to the outside (see Figure 7).
Use an insulated aluminium flexible duct rated at over 200°F. The duct should not exceed 12' vertical rise above
the base of the unit.
The air inlet should never be less than 5' below the top of the chimney flue and must never terminate in
attic spaces.
A 4" diameter duct can be used if the total duct run is less than 25'. For longer runs, use 5" diameter duct. A 4"-to-
5" increaser is provided with the fireplace.
1. Find a convenient location for the combustion air duct and fresh air hood. The fresh air hood can be above or
below floor level.
2. Make a 4 ¼" (5 ¼" if using a 5" diameter duct) hole in the outside wall of the house. Push the hood in from the
outside. Seal the joint between the hood and the outside wall with an appropriate sealant.
11 3/4"
25 1/2"
6 3/4"
12" 11 1/2"
12 1/2"
11 3/4" 23 3/4"
48 1/4"
16 1/2"
8 1/2"
4 1/4"
7"
29 3/4"
19"
3"
35"
5"
5"
9"
3"
Refer to Table 1
for minimum
width of hearth
extension
Refer to Table 1
for minimum
depth of hearth
extension
Refer to Table 1
for minimum
distance of side
wall to the
fireplace
Non-combustible
hearth extension and
spark guard (refer to
text for particulars)
Refer to Table 1
for minimum
mantel height
above the door
opening
Refer to
Table 1 for
maximum
mantel depth
Figure
6
Unit Dimensions and Clearances

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3. Place the insulated flexible duct over the
round sleeve on the outside air hood. At
both ends, carefully pull back the
insulation and plastic cover, exposing the
flexible duct. Then at each end, attach the
duct with metal screws to the inlet and
tube. Carefully push the insulation and
cover back over the duct. Tape the plastic
cover in place with 2" aluminium duct
tape.
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CAUTION: WHEN RUNNING THE DUCT
AROUND CORNERS, BE SURE TO
PREVENT CRIMPING THE DUCT THAT
WOULD RESTRICT THE COMBUSTION
AIRFLOW.
CHIMNEY
This fireplace is certified for use with 8" ICC
Model EXCEL chimney only. Please refer to
Table 1 for the minimum and maximum
chimney height permitted with the DELTA
fireplace.
We recommend that the minimum height be increased by approximately 1' for every 2000' elevation above sea
level. Every 30°or 45°elbow also increases the minimum height by 1' For example, if you are living 6000' above
sea level, your chimney should terminate at least 15' from the top of the fireplace (12' + 3' for the 6000'). See
Table 2 for more precise recommended flue heights.
CHIMNEY INSTALLATION
Make sure to read the EXCEL Chimney installation manual concerning requirements for supports, bracing,
anchors, etc. The EXCEL installation manual is available from your dealer or from our web site: "www.icc-
rsf.com". Refer to Table 1 for the maximum chimney height that can be supported by the top of the fireplace.
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WARNING: THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE CHIMNEY AND COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL MUST BE 2"
OR MORE. DO NOT FILL THIS AREA WITH INSULATION.
1. Cut and frame the required holes in the floor(s), ceiling(s) and roof where the chimney will pass through. The
rough opening in the framing is 14" square (the opening can be slightly bigger, up to 14 ½", but NEVER
smaller).
Table 2 Minimum Recommended Flue Heights In Feet From The Top Of The Fireplace
Number Of Elbows
Elevation(ft)
0 2 x 15° 4 x 15° 2 x 30° 4 x 30° 2 x 45° 4 x 45°
0 - 1000 12’ 13’ 14’ 15’ 18’ 16’ 20’
1000 - 2000 12’6” 13’6” 14’6” 15’6” 19’ 16’6” 20’
2000 - 3000 13’ 14’ 15’ 16’ 19’6” 17’ 21’6”
3000 - 4000 13’6” 14’6” 15’6” 17’ 20’ 18’ 22’6”
4000 - 5000 14’ 15’ 16’ 17’6” 21’ 18’6” 23’
5000 - 6000 14’6” 15’6” 17’ 18’ 21’6” 19’ 24’
6000 - 7000 15’ 16’ 17’6” 18’6” 22’ 20’ 24’6”
7000 - 8000 15’6” 16’6” 18’ 19’ 23’ 20’6” 25’6”
8000 - 9000 16’ 17’ 18’6” 20’ 24’ 21’ 26’6”
9000 - 10000 16’6” 17’6” 19’ 20’6” 24’6” 22’ 27’
Figure 7 Outside Air Connection and Installation Example
Fireplace
Outside Wall
2" Alumini
um
Duct Tape
Outside Air
Register
Insulated Flexible Air Duct
Above Floor
Example
Below Floor
Example

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2. From below, install a radiation shield in each floor through which the chimney passes. At the attic level, install
a radiation shield and a storm collar as shown in Figure 8.
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WARNING: A RADIATION SHIELD MUST BE INSTALLED AT EACH FLOOR WHERE THE CHIMNEY
PASSES THROUGH.
3. Place the first chimney length on the
fireplace. Secure the chimney length to
the fireplace with the three screws
provided.
The chimney must extend at least 3'
above its point of contact with the roof
and at least 2' higher than any wall, roof,
or building within 10' of it. If the chimney
is higher than 5' above the roof, it must
be secured using a roof brace.
4. Put the roof flashing into place. Seal the
joint between the roof and the flashing
with roofing tar. For sloping roofs, place
the flashing under the upper shingles
and on top of the lower shingles. Nail
the flashing to the roof using roofing
nails.
If the chimney is enclosed to the roof:
•In USA:use a vented flashing;
•In Canada: use a vented flashing,
or a roof radiation shield with a
regular flashing.
5. Place the storm collar over the chimney
and flashing. Seal it around the chimney
with silicone sealer (DO NOT use
roofing tar).
6. Fit the rain cap on the chimney. Secure
it tightly in place.
OFFSET CHIMNEY
An elbow may be installed directly on top of the fireplace if required. See the detailed offset charts in the EXCEL
chimney installation manual. Use the offset option if you need to clear a joist or pass around a cupboard. See
Figure 9 and Figure 10 for examples.
•Maximum offset angle:
•In USA: 30°;
•In Canada: 45°.
•Maximum number of elbows: four, resulting in two offsets and returns.
Install the fireplace and chimney as described earlier. When you require an elbow, proceed as follows:
1. Install the required elbow. Turn it in the desired direction, and fasten it to the other section with 3 metal
screws at the joints.
2. Install enough lengths to obtain the desired offset. Secure each joint with 3 metal screws.
3. Use another elbow to return the chimney to the vertical direction.
4. Install a roof support, a wall support, or an offset support above each offset to support the weight of the
chimney (elbows are not designed to support the chimney above an offset).
Figure 8 General Chimney Installation
3' min.
Rain Cap
Flashing with
Storm Collar
2" min.
2' min.
10'
Storm Collar
in the Attic
Radiation
Shield
Ceiling
Clearance
(see Table 1)
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
WARNING: DO NOT
PACK REQUIRED AIR
SPACES WITH
INSULATION OR
OTHER MATERIALS.



NOTE:
Openings
must be framed to
adequately support
any chimney
supports and roof
assemblies
The chimney
must be enclosed
when it passes
through living
spaces: min.
clearance of 2"
with chimney


WARNING:
MAJOR RISK
OF FIRE,
LOOSE FILL
INSULATION
MUST NOT
GO ABOVE
THE
RADIATION
SHIELD.
Ceiling
Clearance
(see Table 1)

DELTA Owner's Manual 14 RSF Woodburning Fireplaces
CHASE ENCLOSURE
If the chimney runs up the outside of the house, we recommend that it be enclosed in a chase structure. The
chase should be constructed in such a way that it is an extension of the home. It should be well insulated between
the footings and the floor of the home to prevent heat loss. If the climate in your area is mild, insulate the chase at
least to the first firestop. If the climate in your area is very cold, insulate the chase to the top to keep the chimney
warmer, increase the draft, and reduce creosote buildup.
Some local codes require that the walls be insulated, vapor sealed and sheathed with a fire rated gypsum board
(see Figure 11). We strongly recommend this procedure for all installations to prevent cold drafts from originating
in the fireplace enclosure. If you follow this procedure, we recommend that you do not insulate the wall above the
front of the fireplace.
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
REMEMBER: Check local codes concerning installation requirements and restrictions in your area.
FRAMING
The enclosure walls can be framed with any suitable materials (2x4 or 2x6 studs, plywood, gypsum board, etc.).
Because of the high heat output potential of the DELTA, combustible materials must NOT go closer to the
fireplace than the standoffs, top, back and sides.
You may also completely cover the top of a Louvered DELTA as long as you maintain top standoff clearances
and the 2" clearances around the chased chimney. The 2" clearance around the chimney must be open from the
fireplace up to the ceiling.
Figure
9
Offset Chimney Installation Example
Figure 10 Offset Chimney Through a Wall
Example
Radiation
Shield
Use Offset
Support or
Roof Support
Rise
Offset
Radiation
Shield
3 Metal Screws in
Each Joint
12" min.
10'
2' min.
Flashing*
with Storm
Collar &
Radiation
Shield
Radiation
Shield
and
Offset,
Roof or
Wall
Support
Insulated
Wall
Radiation
Shield
(30°or 45°)
*
In
USA
:use a vented
flashing
*In Canada: use a
vented flashing, or a
roof radiation shield with
a regular flashing

DELTA Owner's Manual 15 RSF Woodburning Fireplaces
HEARTH EXTENSION
The area immediately in front of the fireplace must be
protected by a non-combustible material such as brick,
tile, stone, or slate. Refer to Table 1 for the depth and
width the hearth protection should extend beyond the
front and both sides of the door opening (see Figure
6). There is no minimum thickness required for the
hearth extension.
BENEATH HEARTH EXTENSION
If the DELTA is installed on a non-combustible floor,
the spark guard specified below is not required.
Install the spark guard provided (5" x 36" piece of
sheet metal) halfway under the fireplace and halfway
under the hearth extension and centered on the door
opening. The spark guard will extend 2½" beneath the
fireplace. This will make certain that sparks cannot
lodge in this area and start a fire. If necessary, the
provided spark guard can be cut to the minimum width
specified in Table 1.
If you are preparing a raised installation, you will need
a custom made spark guard, either a "Z" shaped spark
guard or a right angle spark guard (see Figure 12).
The Z-shaped spark guard must be used if the height
between the bottom of the fireplace and the top of the
non-combustible flooring of the hearth extension is
less than or equal to 2 ½". The height of the Z-shaped
spark guard must equal the distance between the floor
and the base of the unit and go under the hearth
extension and the fireplace by at least 2½". If the unit
is installed higher than 2 ½" from the top of the
flooring, a right angle spark guard is
necessary. The sides of the right
angle spark guard should be at least
2½" x 2½" and must be covered
with non-combustible material. Any
custom made spark guard must
have the minimum width specified in
Table 1, and be installed centered
on the door opening.
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
NOTE: Custom-made spark
guards are not supplied.
MANTEL
Refer to Table 1 for the maximum
depth of the mantel and its installation height. Wood or other combustible mantels must be placed as specified in
Table 1 and illustrated in Figure 6.
Masonry and other non-combustible mantels can be placed directly above the top of the fireplace facing or higher.
If the noncombustible mantel is located between the top of the fireplace facing and the specified height for a
combustible mantel, then the wall portion between the top of the fireplace facing and the mantel must be covered
in non-combustible material. If the non-combustible mantel is located at the same height allowed for a
combustible mantel, or higher, then no special wall covering is required below the mantel.
Figure 12 Special Custom-made Spark Guard
Fireplace
Right Angle Spark
Guard (not provided)
More than 2 ½"
Thin Non-
Combustible
Flooring
Z-shaped Spark
Guard (not provided)
Thick Non-
Combustible
Flooring
2 ½" or less
Figure 11 Chimney Installed with a Chase
Enclosure Example
2' min.
Flashing* with
Storm Collar &
Radiation
Shield
*
In
USA
:use a vented
flashing
*In Canada: use a
vented flashing, or a
roof radiation shield
with a regular flashing
Radiation
Shield
Insulation
Chase liner of fire rated
gypsum board is
recommended (may be
required by local authorities)
10'
Optional
Decorative
Shroud

DELTA Owner's Manual 16 RSF Woodburning Fireplaces
MANDATORY OPTIONS WITH THE CLEAN FACE
When installing a Clean Face (FO-F) on your DELTA, you MUST install the intake duct (part of FO-F) to provide
sufficient air to the unit along with two Gravity Vent Kits (FO-V, sold separately) to provide an evacuation path for
the heat. Neglecting to install either one of these will result in overheating of the unit and may put your safety at
risk. Refer to each option's installation instructions for particular details.
Use only genuine RSF parts. The use of any substitutes will decertify the system and may put your safety at risk.
REFRACTORY BRICK INSTALLATION
The refractory bricks for the DELTA fireplace are placed in the fireplace at the factory. If, for any reason, they
should need to be replaced the following order should be observed (see Figure 13). To remove any of the
refractory bricks, just follow the installation procedure in the reverse sequence. Refer to Figure 13 to adequately
identify which refractory brick is the right and which is the left at each step of the installation.
1. First, install both bottom
refractory bricks (right 11.5.D
and left 11.6.D) as shown in
Figure 13.
2. Then install both back
refractory bricks (right 11.1.D
and left 11.2.D).
3. Continue by installing both
side refractory bricks (right
11.3.D and left 11.4.D). If the
refractory bricks on the back
and sides do not fit
immediately into position as in
the diagram they should not be
forced. The refractory bricks
can only be fitted into place as
they were designed to do.
4. The last three refractories
should be placed in front from
left to right looking at the
fireplace (left 11.8.D, middle
11.9.D and right 11.7.D).
Figure 13 Refractory Bricks Installation

DELTA Owner's Manual 17 RSF Woodburning Fireplaces
LISTING LABEL
SIDEWALL, SIDE FACING
HEIGHT OF MANTLE
11 IN. / 280 MM FROM DOOR OPENING
23 IN. / 584 MM FROM DOOR OPENING 0 IN. / 0 MM TO SPACERS
UNIT TOP, BACK, SIDES AND BOTTOM
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON FACE OF UNIT. COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR MUST BE
PROTECTED AS SPECIFIED IN THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
COMPONENTS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION: CHOICE OF DOOR.
USE 4 IN. OR 5 IN. (102 OR 130MM) DIAMETER FLEXIBLE DUCT AND COMBUSTION AIR INLET ASSEMBLY. USE THE ICC MODEL 8 IN. (203 MM) EXCEL CHIMNEY AND LISTED COMPONENTS AS PER INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS. TWO GRAVITY VENT SYSTEMS ARE MANDATORY WITH THE OPTIONAL CLEAN FACING. ONE AIR AMBIENT INLET IS MANDATORY WITH THE OPTIONAL CLEAN FACING. REFER TO MANUFACTURER'S INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPTIONAL
COMPONENTS:
FANS, FIRECREEN, GRAVITY VENT SYSTEM (WITH AUTHORISED LOUVERS), CENTRAL HEATING
ACCESSORIES.
REPLACE GLASS ONLY WITH 5MM CERAMIC GLASS. OPERATE ONLY WITH FIREBRICK IN PLACE. FOR USE
WITH SOLID WOOD FUEL ONLY. DO NOT OVERFIRE UNIT. WARNING: THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN
TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET. TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY, DO NOT INSTALL AN
UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO THE FIREPLACE.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL / NE PAS ENLEVER CETTE ÉTIQUETTE
LISTED FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE MODEL: DELTA TESTED TO: UL-127 / ULC-S610 / ULC-S627
INSTALL AND USE ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S INTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT OBSTRUCT COMBUSTION AIR INLET. DO NOT USE A
FIREPLACE INSERT OR OTHER PRODUCTS NOT SPECIFIED FOR USE IN THIS PRODUCT. OPERATE WITH DOORS FULLY OPEN OR FULLY CLOSED.
LES MATÉRIAUX COMBUSTIBLES NE SONT PAS PERMIS SUR LA FAÇADE DE L'APPAREIL. UN PLANCHER
COMBUSTIBLE DOIT ÊTRE PROTÉGÉ SUIVANT LES SPÉCIFICATIONS DU LIVRET D'INSTRUCTIONS.
PIÈCES REQUISES POUR L'INSTALLATION: PORTE AU CHOIX.
TUYAU FLEXIBLE DE 4" OU 5" (102 OU 130MM) DIA. ET PRISE D'ENTRÉE D'AIR.
UTILISER UNE
CHEMINÉE EXCEL 8"
(203 MM) DE DIAMÈTRE DE ICC SELON LES INSTRUCTIONS
D'INSTALLATION. DEUX SYSTÈMES D'ÉVENTS DE GRAVITÉ SONT OBLIGATOIRES AVEC L'OPTION DE FAÇADE NEUTRE. UN SYSTÈME D'ENTRÉE D'AIR AMBIANT EST OBLIGATOIRE AVEC L'OPTION DE LA FAÇADE NEUTRE. VOIR LES INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATIONS DU MANUFACTURIER POUR LES COMPOSANTES OPTIONNELLES:
SOUFFLERIES, ÉCRAN PARE-ÉTINCELLES, SYSTÈME D'ÉVENT PAR GRAVITÉ (AVEC PERSIENNES AJOURÉES
AUTORISÉES), ACCESSOIRES DE CHAUFFAGE CENTRAL.
LE REMPLACEMENT D'UNE VITRE DOIT SE FAIRE AVEC UNE VITRE CÉRAMIQUE DE 5MM D'ÉPAISSEUR
SEULEMENT. OPÉRER SEULEMENT AVEC LES PIERRES RÉFRACTAIRES EN PLACE. POUR UTILISATION AVEC DU
BOIS SEULEMENT. NE PAS SURCHAUFFER L'APPAREIL. AVERTISSEMENT: CE FOYER N'A PAS ÉTÉ TESTÉ AVEC UNE BÛCHE À GAZ SANS ÉVENT. POUR RÉDUIRE LES RISQUES DE FEU ET DE BLESSURES, NE PAS INSTALLER DE BÛCHE À GAZ SANS ÉVENT DANS CE FOYER.
INSTALLER ET UTILISER SELON LES INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ET DE FONCTIONNEMENT DU MANUFACTURIER. NE PAS OBSTRUER L'ENTRÉE D'AIR COMBUBURANT. N'UTILISEZ PAS D'ENCASTRABLE
OU AUTRES PRODUITS NON SPECIFIÉS POUR UTILISATION AVEC CE PRODUIT. FAIRE FONCTIONNER
LE FOYER AVEC LA PORTE COMPLÈTEMENT OUVERTE OU FERMÉE.
DESSUS, ARRIÈRE , CÔTÉS ET BASE DE L'APPAREIL HAUTEUR DU MANTEAU MUR DE CÔTÉ, FAÇADE-CÔTÉ
FOYER PRÉFABRIQUÉ HOMOLOGUÉ
MODÈLE: DELTA
MIS A L'ESSAI SELON LES NORMES
UL-127 / ULC-S610 / ULC-S627
DÉGAGEMENTS MINIMAUX AUX MATIÈRES COMBUSTIBLES
0 PO. / 0 MM DES CALES 23 PO. / 584 MM DE L'OUVERTURE DE LA PORTE
11 PO. / 280 MM DE L'OUVERTURE DE LA PORTE
SERIAL NO. / NO DE SÉRIE
WOODBURNING FIREPLACES FOYERS AU BOIS
19990002

DELTA Owner's Manual 18 RSF Woodburning Fireplaces
COMPLETE OPTIONS LIST
FO-CIF Inline Fan
FO-D Gravity Vent Damper
FO-DLB2 Delta Louver Kit - Black
FO-DLG2 Delta Louver Kit - Gold
FO-DLP2 Delta Louver Kit - Pewter
FO-DUCT5 Insulated Duct 5 feet
FO-F Clean Face – Delta2 & Opel2
FO-FDHB5-N Blower - Internal
FO-FDHB6-1 Blower - Central Heat
FO-FDHC4 Thermostat Kit
FO-FDHC6 Central Heat Control
FO-FDHC6-1 Back Draft Damper
FO-FDHCZ1 Zone Heat Control
FO-FDHCZ2 Zone Damper Kit (electrical)
FO-FDKD Rock Retainer Kit
FO-FDKD-1 Rock Retainer Kit (full)
FO-FSD2 Delta2 Firescreen
FO-GRK7 Gasket Replacement Kit (Delta & Delta2)
FO-KD2 Rock Retainer Kit for Clean Face Delta2
FO-T Central Heat T Option
FO-V Gravity Vent Kit

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CONFIGURED OPTIONS LIST
Clean Face DELTA2 Required Optional Not available
Clean Face Option FO-F
Gravity Vent Kit FO-V (2)
Delta - Rock Retainer Kit for Clean Face FO-KD2
Inline Fan FO-CIF
Central Heat T Option FO-T
Firescreen FO-FSD2
Thermostat kit (must be installed before facing and must
be accessible for servicing) FO-FDHC4
Blower - Central Heat FO-FDHB6-1*
Blower (internal fan) FO-FDHB5-N
Gravity Vent Damper FO-D
Louvered DELTA2 Required Optional Not available
Louvers – Black or FO-DLB2
Louvers – Gold or FO-DLG2
Louvers – Pewter FO-DLP2
Delta - Rock Retainer Kit for Louver option FO-FDKD
Delta - Rock Retainer Kit for Louver option FO-FDKD-1
Blower - Central Heat FO-FDHB6-1*
Thermostat kit FO-FDHC4
Blower (internal fan) FO-FDHB5-N
Firescreen FO-FSD2
Gravity Vent Kit FO-V (1 or 2)
Gravity Vent Damper FO-D
Delta - Rock Retainer Kit for Clean Face FO-KD2
Inline Fan FO-CIF
* Possible add-ons: FO-FDHC6, FO-FDHCZ1, FO-FDHCZ2

DELTA Owner's Manual 20 RSF Woodburning Fireplaces EXPLODED DRAWINGS
Feb 2006