OPEL2 Owner's Manual
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RSF Woodburning Fireplaces
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 doors. Store them in a safe place until the installation and finishing work is finished. Be
aware that heavy duty cleaning products or acid solutions will permanently damage the plating.
LOCATION
Your OPEL2 fireplace may be installed in many different ways (see Figure 5) 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 6 and Figure 7).
50 1/2"
39"
24"
39"
82"
18"
58"
The framing dimensions are larger than required for ease of installation. Examples shown here are for a
Louvered OPEL2. An extra 12" is required on the left of the fireplace of a Clean Face OPEL2 to connect the
intake air duct. The Heat Dump Option will also require an extra 12" on the selected side.
Figure 5 Louvered OPEL2 Framing Examples
Dimensions of the fireplace along with clearances are shown in Figure 1 and Table 1.
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.
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.
