Hearth and Home Technologies RUTHERFORD-42 Maintainance and Service, Disposal of Ashes

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3 Maintainance and Service

A. Disposal of Ashes

Frequency: When they reach bottom of grate

By: Homeowner

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Ashes could contain hot embers.

Place ashes in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid.

The closed container should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal.

If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.

B. Chimney Inspection/Cleaning

Frequency: At least twice a year during heating season or as recommended by a certified chimney sweep

By: Certified chimney sweep

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Ignited creosote is extremely HOT. Prevent creosote buildup.

Refer to Figure 3.1 to remove/reinstall termination caps.

Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal

When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the rela- tively 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.

WARNING! Risk of Fire! A chimney fire can permanently damage your chimney system and nearby structures.

In the event of a chimney fire, Hearth & Home Technolo- gies Inc. recommends

replacement of the chimney, and

inspection of the adjacent structure to the provisions of NFPA Level III inspection criteria

The chimney shall be inspected at least twice a year during the heating season to determine when a creosote buildup has occurred.

When creosote has accumulated it shall be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.

 

 

 

Remove 4 screws

Remove screws,

and lift top pan off.

lift top cover. Top Cover

 

 

 

 

Cap

Cap

 

 

Chimney

 

 

 

 

 

Slip

 

 

 

Section

TR11/TR11T/TR11-TV

ST1175

Round Termination Cap

Square Termination Cap

Remove 2 screws from the front and back and lift the top off.

TCT1175

Terra Cotta

Termination Cap

Figure 3.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning

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Contents Fire Risk Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burnsNumber Listing Label Information/LocationGrate Table of Contents CONDITIONS, Exclusions & Limitation of Liability ÎWarranty Hearth & Home Technologies Limited WarrantyHeat & Glo RUTHERFORD-42 4059-309 Rev G 11/08 Combustible Materials Listing and Code ApprovalsAppliance Certification Non-Combustible MaterialsYour Fireplace Operating InstructionsFirescreen Seasoned WoodStarting a Fire GrateClear Space Glass DoorsVented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters Optional ComponentsHardwood vs Softwood Wood FuelDisposal of Ashes Maintainance and ServiceChimney Inspection/Cleaning Frequency As desired Glass CleaningCheck Firebox Molded Brick Panel Inspect GrateStart Fire Problems Possible Cause Solution Troubleshooting GuideTypical Fireplace System Getting StartedNegative Pressure Design and Installation ConsiderationsDraft Recommended Chimney Locations Locating your Fireplace & ChimneyTypical Fireplace Components Tools and Supplies NeededInspect Fireplace and Components Select Fireplace Location Framing & ClearancesAir Space Clearances ClearancesFrame the Fireplace Sidewalls/SurroundsPlace Protective Metal Hearth Strips Installation of FireplaceThings to Consider Position the FireplaceYES Outside Air Installation Install Outside Air KitChimney Assembly Height of Chimney Components Chimney RequirementsExample Using Offsets/ReturnsAssembling Chimney Sections Assemble Chimney SectionsInstalling the Ceiling Firestop Install Ceiling FirestopsPrepare Attic Insulation Shield Install Attic Insulation ShieldCut Out Hole in Roof Complete InstallationInstall Flashing Flat Roofs Chimney Termination RequirementsConstruct the Chase Chase InstallationsInstall Chase Top Install Fireplace & ChimneyST1175 Square Termination Cap Install Termination CapTCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap Field Constructed Shrouds ShroudsRadiation Shield Mailbox Style Shroud radiation shield required Install Back Molded Brick Panel-Traditional Installation of Molded Brick PanelInstall Hearth Molded Brick Panel Install Side Molded Brick Panel-TraditionalInstalling Back Molded Brick Panel-Her- ringbone Installing Side Molded Brick Panel-Herring- boneInstall Screens Install Mortar= 1/k x inches of thickness FinishingHearth Extension Finishing Materials NoncombustibleFraming Material Equivalent insulationNon-combustible Sealant Noncombustible Facing Finishing MaterialCombustible Mantel 14 Secure to Framing Mantel, Adding Extra SupportBrick Front Gas Code, Ansi Z223.1 AccessoriesGas Log/Lighter Provision Wood Burning InsertsReference Materials Fireplace DimensionsID6 Insulated Duct .4 mm i.d 1067 mm UD6 Uninsulated Duct Catalog # Chimney Components15-1/4 387 mm 31-3/4 806 mm 34-5/8 879 mm CT56 Chase Top Parts ServiceDo not Discard this Manual

RUTHERFORD-42 specifications

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