Hearth and Home Technologies RUTHERFORD-42 Radiation Shield, Field Constructed Shrouds

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10 Shrouds

A. Radiation Shield

Some shrouds require a radiation shield. Use where specified.

B. Field Constructed Shrouds

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Shrouds must be constructed as specified. Improper construction may overheat chase top.

Chase top shrouds may be field constructed where permitted by regional building codes.

NOTICE: Some regional codes require an agency-Listed shroud. Consult your local building officials.

Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. supplies UL listed shrouds. See your dealer for details.

Different shroud designs have been tested for Hearth Technologies fireplace systems using the TR11 and TR11T termination caps.

The shrouds must be constructed from a minimum .018 in. (26 ga) thick aluminized steel.

The wire mesh is optional but recommended and must be

.018 in. thick minimum with mesh no larger than 1/2 in. (13 mm).

Ø 17 1/2 in. (444.5 mm) Round Hole to fit over cap

3 in. (76 mm) tall legs

Length x Width to fit inside shroud

Figure 10.1 Radiation Shield

Open Top Shroud (TR342 & TR11/TR11T caps require radiation shield)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TR11/11T

 

TR11/11T TV

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Top Dim.

 

 

 

Min. Base Dims.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

in

32 x 32

 

26 x 26

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Top Dim.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mm

813 x 813

 

660 x 660

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Min. Opening

 

Radiation Shield

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Required

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Width

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Min. Top Dims.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3 in (76 mm)

 

 

in

29 x 29

 

23 x 23

 

minimum

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mm

737 x 737

 

584 x 584

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Min.

Opening

 

 

Min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Min. Opening Width

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Width

 

 

Base Dim.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

in

26 x 26

 

20 x 20

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mm

660 x 660

 

508 x 508

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Base Dim.

 

 

 

 

Figure 10.2 Open Top Shroud Dimensions

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-424059-309 Rev G • 11/08

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Hot screen/mesh and glass doors will cause burns Fire RiskListing Label Information/Location GrateNumber Table of Contents ÎWarranty Hearth & Home Technologies Limited Warranty CONDITIONS, Exclusions & Limitation of LiabilityHeat & Glo RUTHERFORD-42 4059-309 Rev G 11/08 Listing and Code Approvals Appliance CertificationNon-Combustible Materials Combustible MaterialsOperating Instructions Your FireplaceSeasoned Wood Starting a FireGrate FirescreenGlass Doors Vented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log LightersOptional Components Clear SpaceWood Fuel Hardwood vs SoftwoodMaintainance and Service Chimney Inspection/CleaningDisposal of Ashes Glass Cleaning Check Firebox Molded Brick PanelInspect Grate Frequency As desiredTroubleshooting Guide Start Fire Problems Possible Cause SolutionGetting Started Typical Fireplace SystemDesign and Installation Considerations DraftNegative Pressure Locating your Fireplace & Chimney Recommended Chimney LocationsTools and Supplies Needed Inspect Fireplace and ComponentsTypical Fireplace Components Framing & Clearances Select Fireplace LocationClearances Air Space ClearancesSidewalls/Surrounds Frame the FireplaceInstallation of Fireplace Things to ConsiderPosition the Fireplace Place Protective Metal Hearth StripsYES Install Outside Air Kit Outside Air InstallationChimney Assembly Chimney Requirements Height of Chimney ComponentsUsing Offsets/Returns ExampleAssemble Chimney Sections Assembling Chimney SectionsInstall Ceiling Firestops Installing the Ceiling FirestopInstall Attic Insulation Shield Prepare Attic Insulation ShieldComplete Installation Install FlashingCut Out Hole in Roof Chimney Termination Requirements Flat Roofs Chase Installations Construct the ChaseInstall Fireplace & Chimney Install Chase TopInstall Termination Cap ST1175 Square Termination CapTCT1175 Terra Cotta Cap Shrouds Radiation ShieldField Constructed Shrouds Mailbox Style Shroud radiation shield required Installation of Molded Brick Panel Install Hearth Molded Brick PanelInstall Side Molded Brick Panel-Traditional Install Back Molded Brick Panel-TraditionalInstalling Side Molded Brick Panel-Herring- bone Installing Back Molded Brick Panel-Her- ringboneInstall Mortar Install ScreensFinishing Hearth Extension= 1/k x inches of thickness Noncombustible Framing MaterialEquivalent insulation Finishing MaterialsNon-combustible Sealant Finishing Material Noncombustible FacingCombustible Mantel Mantel, Adding Extra Support 14 Secure to FramingBrick Front Accessories Gas Log/Lighter ProvisionWood Burning Inserts Gas Code, Ansi Z223.1Fireplace Dimensions Reference MaterialsID6 Insulated Duct .4 mm i.d 1067 mm UD6 Uninsulated Duct Chimney Components Catalog #15-1/4 387 mm 31-3/4 806 mm 34-5/8 879 mm CT56 Chase Top Service PartsDo not Discard this Manual