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  • Page 1

    08/04 26023 Rev L 1 INST ALLA TION & OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS RSW -41 RSW -47 WOODBURNING FIREPLACE WARNING! Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assist ance or additional information, consult a qualified installer , service agency or the gas supplier[...]

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    2 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW -47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Do not expose the fireplace to the elements (i.e. rain, etc.) and keep the fireplace dry at all times. W et insula- tion will produce an odor when the fireplace is used. TABLE OF CONTENTS Design and Installation Considerations ........................................[...]

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    08/04 26023 Rev L 3 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS DESIGN AND INST ALLA TION CONSIDERA TIONS When selecting a location for your woodburning fireplace, it is important to evaluate a number of considerations. Modern construction techniques can create conditions that may not allow your chimney to draft properly . This may result [...]

  • Page 4

    4 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! This fireplace and its component s are designed to be inst alled and operated as a system. Any alteration to or substitution for items in this system, unless allowed by these installation instructions, will void the Underwrit- ers Laboratories listing and may void th[...]

  • Page 5

    08/04 26023 Rev L 5 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS C. SYSTEM COMPONENTS 1. Fireplace Component s GLASS DOORS INTEGRAL GRA TE (supplied) GR25/GR26 FAN KIT DM1036/DM1042 Bifold Glass Doors JUNCTION BOX JK8 DMA1036/DMA1042 Arched Cabinet Style Glass Doors HEARTH EXTENSION BC10 Fan Speed Control FK18 CAT. # A B H X3 52 in. 16 in. [...]

  • Page 6

    6 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Fireplace Dimensions OUTSIDE AIR KIT AK14 Cat # A B C D RSW -41 36 i n . 41 in . 25-1/4 in . 12-5/8 in . R SW- 47 42 in . 4 7 in . 31-1/4 in . 15-5/8 in .[...]

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    08/04 26023 Rev L 7 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Chimney Component s The following pictures show only those chimney components which may be safely used with this fireplace. Catal og # Descri pti on: CAK4 A Ch im n ey Air Kit I D 4 I n s u la ted D uct/Ou tsi d e A i r UD4 U n i n su l a t ed D u ct /O u tside Ai r SL3 06 [...]

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    8 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS SL3 - Chimney St abilizer SL330 - Offset/Return RF370 - Roof Flashing Flat to 6/12 Pitch RF371 - Roof Flashing 6/12 to 12/12 Pitch CB876 Chimney Bracket AS8 Straight Attic Insulation Shield Chimney Sections Firestop Sp acer JB877 Joint Band Ca t a log # A B F S338 0- deg. 14- [...]

  • Page 9

    08/04 26023 Rev L 9 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS LDS33 (3 ft x 3 ft) LDS46 (4 ft x 6 ft) Decorative Shroud TR344 Round T ermination Cap TR342 Round T elescoping T ermination Cap CT35 Chase T op CAK4A Chimney Air Kit TS345/TS345P Square T ermination Cap ST375 Square T ermination Cap[...]

  • Page 10

    10 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! Do not draw out side air from garage spaces. Exhaust products of gasoline engines are hazardous. Do not install out side air ducts such that the air may be drawn from attic sp aces, basement s or above the roofing where other heating appliances or fans and chimneys [...]

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    08/04 26023 Rev L 11 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! Do not apply combustible finishing materials over any part of the black face of this fireplace or a structure fire may result. The black metal fireplace front may only be covered with noncombustible materials such as ce- ramic tile, brick, or stone. Do not cover or [...]

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    12 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 6 - Sidewalls and Surrounds 3 . Sidewalls/Surrounds Adjacent combustible side walls must be located a minimum of 12 in. from the fireplace opening. See Figure 6. If you are using a decorative surround constructed of combustible material, it must be located within the s[...]

  • Page 13

    08/04 26023 Rev L 13 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! Do not combine offsets to create an offset greater than 30-deg from verti- cal. This may create a fire hazard since the natural draft may be restricted. 1. Using Offset s and Returns a. T o bypass any overhead obstructions, the chimney may be offset using a 15-deg o[...]

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    14 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 8 - Chimney Height *Dimensions reflect effective height. T able 2 3. Number of Sections Required T o determine the chimney components needed to complete your particular installation, follow the step s below: a. Determine the total vertical height of the fireplace insta[...]

  • Page 15

    08/04 26023 Rev L 15 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS F . INST ALLA TION OF FIREPLACE W ARNING! Before st arting, do the following: 1. W ear gloves and safety glasses for protection. 2. Keep hand tools in good condition. Sharpen cutting edges and make sure tool handles are secure. 3. Always maint ain the minimum air space requir[...]

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    16 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 1 1 Installing the Firestop S pacer CAUTION: Firestop spacers must be used whenever the chimney penetrates a ceiling/floor area. Figure 10 Assembling Chimney Sections W ARNING! Carefully follow the instructions for assembly of the pipe and other p arts needed to inst a[...]

  • Page 17

    08/04 26023 Rev L 17 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! Maintain a minimum of 2 in. air clearance to all parts of the chimney system at all times! Fail- ure to maintain this 2 in. air clearance will cause a structure fire. CAUTION: Inner flue and outer liner sections cannot be disassembled once locked together . Plan ahe[...]

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    18 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 14 - Ceiling/Attic Construction Figure 15 - Air Kit Handle Location 9 . Mark the Exit Point of the Roof Locate the point where the chimney will exit the roof by plumbing down to the center of the chimney . Drive a nail up through the roof to mark the center . See Figur[...]

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    08/04 26023 Rev L 19 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Note: Use only a noncombustible material to finish the face of the fireplace below the level of the front standof fs. A noncombustible material such as USG MICORE CV230 Mineral Fiber Board, or USG DUROCK Cement Board is recommended for this purpose. Figure 16 - Air Clearance [...]

  • Page 20

    20 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! Hearth extensions are to be installed only as illustrated to prevent high temperatures from occurring on con- cealed combustible materials. Hearth sealing strips prevent burning or hot p articles from inadvertently falling directly on combustible surfaces in the eve[...]

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    08/04 26023 Rev L 21 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 19 - Position the Hearth Extension 18. Position the Hearth Extension Position and secure the hearth extension over the protective metal strips that have been placed p artially under the fireplace front. These strip s should be protruding approximately 2 in. from under [...]

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    22 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS G . CONSTRUCTING A CHASE Figure 20 - Chase Constructions Figure 21 - Chase Assembly 1. Materials a. The chase is constructed using framing materials much the same as the walls in your home. A variety of materials may be used including brick, stone, veneer brick, or standard s[...]

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    08/04 26023 Rev L 23 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 22 - Inst alling a TR344 Round T ermination Cap Figure 23 - Inst alling a TR342 Round T elescoping T ermination Cap 2. Chase T op Construct a chase of desired materials maintaining a minimum 2 in. air space around the chimney . 3. T ermination Cap a. Install the chimne[...]

  • Page 24

    24 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! Never inst all a single wall slip section or smoke-pipe in a chase structure. The higher temperature of this single wall pipe may radiate sufficient heat to combustible chase materials to cause a fire. W ARNING! Det ailed instructions for installation of the chase t[...]

  • Page 25

    08/04 26023 Rev L 25 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Note: Save and pass this instruction manual to subsequent home owners. The information provided is intended to notify and warn them about making unsafe future modi- fications such as the addition of shelves or the use of unauthorized part s and repairs. W ARNING! DO NOT opera[...]

  • Page 26

    26 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 26 Proper Operating Positions of Bi-Fold Doors W ARNING! Burning wet, unseasoned wood can cause ex- cessive creosote accumulation. When ignited, it can cause a chimney fire that may result in a serious house fire. CAUTION: When left closed while burning your fireplace,[...]

  • Page 27

    08/04 26023 Rev L 27 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liq- uids to start or “freshen up” a fire in this fire- place. Keep all such liquids well away from the fireplace. Note: When first lighting your fireplace, it may be nec[...]

  • Page 28

    28 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 27 - Flue Draf t Flue draft is measured as negative pressure in the chimney . The amount of negative pressure determines how strong the draft is. The draf t is important because it draws the combustion air into the fireplace and pulls the smoke out of the chimney . The[...]

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    08/04 26023 Rev L 29 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS I. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! A chimney fire can permanently damage your chimney system. This damage can only be re- paired by replacing the damaged component part s. Chimney fires are not covered by the Lim- ited Warranty and Buyer Protection Plan. Figure 28 Chimney [...]

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    30 26023 Rev L 08/04 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS HOMEOWNER’S NOTES[...]

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    08/04 26023 Rev L 31 RSW-41 AND RSW-47 SERIES INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS INDEX A Air Clearance 17, 19 Air Kit 6, 18 Air Kit Handle Location 18 Ashes, Disposal of 29 Attic Insulation Shield 17 B Building Codes 4, 14, 18, 21 C Chase 22 Chase T op 9, 23 Chimney Assembling Sections Through the Roof 18 Checking the Assembly 17 Cleaning 29 Creosote 29 E[...]

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    32 26023 Rev L 08/04 W ARRANTY FOR HEA T -N-GLO FIREPLACES The limited warranty will not become effective until you have mailed the completed warranty card to: Hearth & Home T echnologies Inc., A DIVISION OF HON Industries 20802 Kensington Blvd., Lakeville, MN 55044. This card must be mailed within 60 days of the fireplace installation. Subject[...]