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WOODBURNING FIREPLACE

Fire Risk.

WARNING

For use with solid wood fuel only.

Other fuels may overfire and generate

poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).

Model(s):

•

DO NOT

store or use gasoline or other flam

mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

• DO NOT

overfire. Overfiring will void your

warranty.

• Comply with all minimum clearances to com

bustibles as specified. Failure to comply may

cause house fire.

WARNING: If the information in these

instructions is not followed exactly, a fire

or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.

Owner’s Manual

Operation and Care

WARNING

HOT SURFACES

Glass and other surfaces are hot during

operation AND cool down.

Hot glass will cause burns.

•

DO NOT

touch glass until it is cooled

• NEVER allow children to touch glass

• Keep children away

• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as

fireplace.

• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable

materials.

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other flammable

materials away.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.

NOTICE:

DO NOT

discard this manual!

RUTH50-B

Contact your dealer with questions on installation, operation, or service.

Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by

qualified personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recomends HHT

Factory Trained or NFI certified professionals.

Heat & Glo • Rutherford 50-B Owner’s Manual • 4059-702 • Rev N • 04/21

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Page 1: ...t during operation AND cool down Hot glass will cause burns DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled NEVER allow children to touch glass Keep children away CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as fireplace Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable materials Keep clothing furniture draperies and other flammable materials awa...

Page 2: ...portant Safety and Operating Information A Fireplace Safety 7 1 Clear Space 7 2 Grate 8 3 Molded Brick Panel 8 4 Firescreen 8 5 Flue Damper 8 6 Glass Doors 8 7 Over Firing Your Fireplace 8 8 Chimney Fire 8 B General Operating Parts 9 1 Flue Damper 10 2 Outside Air 10 3 Glass Doors 10 C Fuel 11 1 Hardwood vs Softwood 11 2 Moisture content 11 3 Seasoning 12 4 Storing Wood 12 5 Burning Process 12 6 C...

Page 3: ..._____________ Address ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Phone _____________________________________________________________ E mail _____________________________________________________________ Grate Fireplace Model Serial Number Heat Glo Rutherford 50 B Owner s Manual 4059 702 Rev N 04 21 FIREPLACE NO MODEL NO ...

Page 4: ...r the Warranty coverage shall commence no later than 24 months following the date of Product shipment from HHT regardless of the installation or occupancy date The term Lifetime in the table below is defined as 20 years from the beginning date of warranty coverage for gas appliances and 10 years from the beginning date of warranty coverage for wood and pellet appliances These time periods reflect ...

Page 5: ...uses 6 use of fuels other than those specified in the operation instructions 7 installation or use of components not supplied with the applicable Product or any other components not expressly authorized and approved by HHT 8 modification of the appliance not expressly authorized and approved by HHT in writing and or 9 interruptions or fluctuations of electrical power supply to the applicable Produ...

Page 6: ...Lighters Optional Gas log sets gas or wood inserts or gas log lighters can be installed in this fireplace Follow the instructions provided with the accessory for operation Unvented Gas Logs CAUTION If an unvented gas appliance is installed in the fireplace the gas appliance must only be operated with the fireplace glass door fully open if included Only unvented gas log sets which have been found t...

Page 7: ...such as drapes curtains chairs or other combustibles must be at least 4 ft 1219 mm from the front of the fireplace Combustible materials are materials made of or sur faced with any of the following materials Wood Compressed paper Plant fibers Plastic Plywood OSB Drywall Any material that can ignite and burn flame proofed or not plastered or un plastered WARNING Risk of Fire Keep combustible materi...

Page 8: ...himney fire can perma nently damage your chimney system Failure to re place damaged components and make proper repairs can cause a structure fire 7 Over Firing Your Fireplace WARNING Risk of Fire Do not over fire Over firing may ignite creosote or will damage the fireplace and chimney Symptoms of over firing may include one or more of the following chimney connector or fireplace glowing roaring ru...

Page 9: ...eratures High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable materials Keep clothing furniture draperies and other flammable materials away HOT SURFACES Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation AND cool down Outside Air Control Handles Turn handle to unlock pull towards the inside of the fireplace to open Reverse steps to close lock Flue Damper UP to Open DOWN to Close Figure 3 2 Gen...

Page 10: ...T Figure 3 3 Operating Positions of Bi fold Doors 2 Outside Air Refer to Figure 3 2 for location and operation of control The outside air kit supplies some combustion air for your fireplace It may help reduce the effects of nega tive air pressure Other methods may be required if more air is needed The outside air inlet should be in the fully opened posi tion during operation of the fireplace Close...

Page 11: ...ng temperature Add the hardwood for slow even heat and longer burn time WARNING For use with solid wood fuel only Other fuels may overfire and generate poisonous gases i e carbon monoxide 2 Moisture content The majority of the problems fireplace owners expe rience are caused by trying to burn wet unseasoned wood Freshly cut wood can be as much water as it is wood having a moisture content of aroun...

Page 12: ...wood about eighteen months NOTICE Seasoning time may vary depending on drying conditions 4 Storing Wood Splitting wood before it is stored reduces drying time The following guideline will ensure properly seasoned wood Stack the wood to allow air to circulate freely around and through the woodpile Elevate the woodpile off the ground to allow air circulation underneath The smaller the pieces the fas...

Page 13: ...e You may notice an industrial odor the first few fires This is considered normal Use well seasoned wood Open the flue damper to a fully open position Place crumpled or twisted paper under the fireplace grate Loosely arrange kindling or small pieces of wood to form a tent on the fireplace grate Pre warm the flue to establish a draft to help reduce smoke spillage during start up Hold a rolled up pi...

Page 14: ...ney Sweep Confirm that termination cap remains clear and unobstructed Inspect for blockages such as bird nests leaves etc Inspect for corrosion or separation Inspect for creosote and remove as needed at least every two months during the heating season Inspect the system at the fireplace connection and at the chimney top In the event of a chimney fire Hearth Home Tech nologies recommends replacemen...

Page 15: ...atively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire As a result creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire Remove all ash from the firebox and extinguish all hot embers before disposal Allow the fireplace to cool completely Remove the top of the termination cap as shown in Figure 4 1 to clean the cap and chimney The creosote or soot should b...

Page 16: ...lass Cleaning Frequency As necessary By Homeowner Tools Needed Vinegar or glass cleaner soft towel Clean glass with a non abrasive glass cleaner Use a damp cloth dipped in wood ashes or a commercially available oven cleaner Remove any oven cleaner residue with a glass cleaner or soap and water F Molded Brick Panels Frequency After each ash removal By Homeowner The panels should be replaced if crac...

Page 17: ...ection Bed of coals not established before adding wood Start with paper kindling to establish bed of coals refer to starting fire section Flue blockage such as birds nests or leaves in termination cap Have chimney inspected for creosote and cleaned by a certified chimney sweep Down draft or negative pressure Competition with exhaust devices Do not use exhaust fans during start up refer to negative...

Page 18: ...tes then light the paper under the kindling The heat generated from the burning rolled up newspaper should help get the draft established Still other factors can affect how well your flue system performs Neighboring structures high winds tall trees even hillsides can affect air currents around the chim ney Well designed chimney caps are available that can help Your fireplace dealer is the local ex...

Page 19: ...up Outside air closed Overhead fan operating Overhanging tree Bird s nest or leaves in termination cap Structural changes in chimney area Creosote buildup in flue Strong win d s a r o u nd chimney termination Unsealed can lights Combustion air control Figure 5 1 Factory built Fireplaces Troubleshooting Heat Glo Rutherford 50 B Owner s Manual 4059 702 Rev N 04 21 ...

Page 20: ...3 Outside Air Collar Assembly Qty 2 req 4059 037 4 OA Door Qty 2 req 4059 049 5 Screen Rod Qty 2 req 4059 313 Y Screen Rod Clips Includes qty of 2 SRV4059 111 Y 6 Firescreen Assembly Qty 2 req 4059 029 Y 7 Grate Assembly GR39 Y Grate Retainer Includes qty of 2 SRV4017 060 8 Hearth Refractory SRV4059 698 9 Andiron Assembly Qty 2 req 4059 066 Insect Guard Screening 14DCA SCRN Mortar 10Lb Bucket MMOR...

Page 21: ... from your dealer or distributor Stocked at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION COMMENTS PART NUMBER Traditional Refractory MMTB50 B 10 Left Panel SRV4059 652 11 Back Panel SRV4059 663 12 Right Panel SRV4059 653 Herringbone Refractory MMHB50 B 13 Left Panel SRV4059 656 14 Back Panel SRV4059 665 15 Right Panel SRV4059 657 Refractory Fastener Pack 4059 668 Contains 8 6 X 1 1 2 Panhead screw 3 32 Drill Bit 8 Clip...

Page 22: ... 2 Gas Inserts 3 Gas Log Sets 4 Gas Log Lighters 5 Wood burning Inserts DFG4050 Series Glass Bi fold Doors optional DFS4050 Series Mesh Cabinet Style Doors optional Heat Glo Rutherford 50 B Owner s Manual 4059 702 Rev N 04 21 ...

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