Hearth and Home Technologies RHW-485H Diagnostics and Problem Solving, Diagnostic Questions

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B. Diagnostics and Problem Solving

I can’t get a good fire going. What am I doing wrong?

Diagnostic Questions

 

Possible Causes of Condition

Solutions

Is the damper open?

• No draft

Open damper.

 

 

 

 

Is there enough paper/starter?

•

Insufficient heat to ignite kindling

Use more paper/starter.

 

 

 

 

Is there enough kindling?

•

Insufficient heat to ignite fuel

Use more dry kindling.

Is the kindling dry?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Is there enough or too much

•

Insufficient heat to establish draft

Use small split wood that is well seasoned (split, covered on top at

wood? Is it too large? Is it dry

•

Insufficient air passage

least 6 months, preferably a year).

enough?

 

•

Insufficient surface area

 

 

 

 

•

Ignition temperature high due to moisture

 

 

 

 

Are there adequate air spaces

• Insufficient combustion air and exposed

Arrange kindling and wood for air movement.

between fuel pieces?

 

surface area

 

 

 

 

 

Is the chimney pre-warmed?

•

Exposed, cold chimney down drafting

Use lighted rolled newspaper at throat or flue opening to start

 

 

 

upward movement.

 

 

 

Is there smoke in the house?

• Damper closed

Check damper; have chimney checked if it worked previously;

 

•

Obstruction in chimney

pre-warm chimney, shut off exhaust devices, open window slightly.

 

 

 

• Down draft from chimney temperature or

 

 

 

from negative house pressure

 

 

 

 

 

Does the kindling, wood not

•

Condition, amount, arrangement of kindling

Use more, drier, well-spaced kindling and fuel.

ignite?

 

and fuel

 

 

 

 

 

Does the kindling ignite, but the

•

Amount of kindling

Use more kindling; use smaller, dry wood.

fuel doesn’t?

•

Condition of fuel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Does the fuel ignite, but not

•

Condition of fuel

Use well-seasoned wood and sufficient amount; turn exhaust fans

burn well?

•

Draft problem

off; open window slightly. Perform Simplified House Pressure Test.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I don’t get enough/any heat from the fireplace. What can I do about it?

Diagnostic Questions

 

Possible Causes of Condition

Solutions

How much wood is used for

•

Insufficient fuel

Make larger fires.

fire?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How well seasoned is the

•

Condition of fuel

Burn seasoned wood: covered on top, split and stacked for 9

wood?

 

 

months to 2 years.

 

 

 

 

How much heat output do you

•

Unrealistic expectations

Explanation of decorative nature of fireplace; suggestion of

expect?

 

 

approved fireplace insert.

 

 

 

 

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Contents Models RHW-485, RHW-485H Woodburning Fireplace Fire RiskNumber Listing Label Information/LocationGrate Table of Contents Not intended for use as a primary heat source Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certification Design and Installation Considerations Getting StartedNegative Pressure Asphyxiation RiskMarginal Location Typical Fireplace System Typical Fireplace SystemFire Risk Explosion Risk Tools and Supplies NeededInspect Fireplace and Components Framing and Clearances Selecting Fireplace LocationClearances Clearances to Combustible MaterialsSidewalls/Surrounds Frame the FireplaceConstruct the Chase Chimney RequirementsInstallation of Fireplace Install the Outside Air KitSharp Edges Asphyxiation Risk Risk of Smoke SpillageFt min. from top of uppermost chimney section to air inlet Secure the Fireplace Position the FireplacePlace the Protective Metal Hearth Strips Level the FireplaceChimney Assembly Height of Chimney Components Using Offsets/Returns Degree SL306 SL312 SL318 SL324 SL336 SL348Install the Ceiling Firestops Assemble the Chimney SectionsSecure the Chimney Install the Attic Insulation ShieldDouble-check the Chimney Assembly Complete the Enclosure Chimney TerminationChase Top Install the Termination CapInstall the Chimney Air Kit required in Canada Installing an ST375 Square Termination Cap Gas Code, Ansi Z223.1 AccessoriesGas Log/Lighter Provisions Finishing Hearth ExtensionFinishing Material MantelGlass Doors Combustible MaterialOperating Instructions General InformationOutside Air Clear Space Near the FireplaceFlue Damper FirescreenGrate Wood FuelFirewood MoistureStarting a Fire Troubleshooting Understanding Vent ProblemsDiagnostics and Problem Solving Diagnostic QuestionsSolutions Can’t get a good fire going. What am I doing wrong?fireplace burns the wood too fast. What can I do? Maintenance and Servicing the Fireplace Chimney Inspection/CleaningDisposal of Ashes Firebox RefractoryMaintenance Task List When cleaning glass doorClean Chimney FireFireplace Dimensions Reference MaterialsFireplace Components Catalog # DescriptionChimney Components Catalog #14-1/2 1829 mm 10-7/8 276 mm 406 mm 508 mm Minimum Base Dimensions 28 X 28 with 32 X 32 with 23 X Minimum Base Dimensions 26.5 X 28 with 34 X 34 withTR442 TR442 / 444 TV 20 xThis page intentionally left blank Service Parts RHW-485Description of Part RHW-485 RHW-485H Qty Herringbone Brick Refractory option available week 03/04This page intentionally left blank Warranty For Heat & GLO Fireplaces Limited WarrantyContact Information Do Discardnot

RHW-485, RHW-485H specifications

Hearth and Home Technologies (HHT) is a leader in the manufacture of innovative and high-quality hearth products, and their RHW-485H and RHW-485 models are no exceptions. These wood-burning heaters are designed to provide efficient and effective heating solutions for residential spaces while offering an elegant aesthetic that complements various home decors.

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