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•NOTICE: Indicates practices which may cause damage to the ﬁreplace or to property.

Congratulations! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1 Listing and Code Approvals

A. Appliance Certiﬁcation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

B. Non-Combustible Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

C. Combustible Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2 Operating Instructions

A. Your Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

B. Seasoned Wood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

C. Starting a Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

D. Grate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

E. Firescreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

F. Flue Damper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

G. Outside Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

H. Molded Brick Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

I. Glass Doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

J. Vented Gas Log Sets & Gas Log Lighters. . . . . . . . . . 9

K. Optional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

L. Clear Space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

M. Wood Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3 Maintainance and Service

A. Disposal of Ashes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

B. Chimney Inspection/Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

C. Check Firebox Molded Brick Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

D. Inspect Grate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

E. Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

4Troubleshooting Guide

5Getting Started

A. Typical Fireplace System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 B. Design and Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . 15 C. Draft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 D. Negative Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 E. Locating your Fireplace & Chimney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 F. Tools and Supplies Needed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 G. Typical Fireplace Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 H. Inspect Fireplace and Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

6 Framing & Clearances

A. Select Fireplace Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

B. Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

C. Sidewalls/Surrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

D. Frame the Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

7 Installation of Fireplace

A. Things to Consider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 B. Position the Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 C. Place Protective Metal Hearth Strips. . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 D. Level Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

E. Install Outside Air Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

8 Chimney Assembly

A. Chimney Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

B. Using Offsets/Returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

C. Assemble Chimney Sections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

D. Install Ceiling Firestops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

E. Install Attic Insulation Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

F. Cut Out Hole in Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

G. Complete Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

H. Install Flashing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

I. Chimney Termination Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

9 Chase Installations

A. Construct the Chase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

B. Install Fireplace & Chimney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

C. Install Chase Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

D. Install Termination Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

10 Shrouds

A. Radiation Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 B. Field Constructed Shrouds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

11 Installation of Molded Brick Panel

A. Install Hearth Molded Brick Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 B. Install Side Molded Brick Panel-Traditional . . . . . . . . 38 C. Install Back Molded Brick Panel-Traditional . . . . . . . 38 D. Installing Side Molded Brick Panel-Herringbone . . . . 39 E. Installing Back Molded Brick Panel-Herringbone . . . 39 F. Install Mortar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 G. Install Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

12 Finishing

A. Non-Combustible Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

B. Combustible Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

C. Hearth Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

D. Finishing Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

E. Combustible Mantel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

F. Mantel, Adding Extra Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

G. Sidewalls/Surrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

13 Accessories

A. Gas Log/Lighter Provision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 B. Wood Burning Inserts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

14 Reference Materials

A. Fireplace Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

B. Optional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

C. Chimney Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

D. Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

E. Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

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Heat & Glo • RUTHERFORD-42 • 4059-309 Rev G • 11/08

RUTHERFORD-42 specifications

Hearth and Home Technologies presents the RUTHERFORD-42, an exceptional gas fireplace that combines sophisticated design with advanced functionality. This model signifies the perfect blend of aesthetics and performance, making it a favored choice for homeowners seeking to enhance their living spaces with the warmth and comfort of a fireplace.

One of the primary features of the RUTHERFORD-42 is its impressive viewing area, measuring 42 inches wide. This expansive glassfront design offers a stunning visual display of the flames, creating a cozy ambiance that enhances any room. The fireplace is framed with a stylish surround that can be customized to match various interior styles, adding a touch of elegance to contemporary and traditional homes alike.

Equipped with advanced technology, the RUTHERFORD-42 ensures efficient heat output while maintaining ease of use. The fireplace features an electronic ignition system that provides reliability and convenience with a simple push-button start. Additionally, it incorporates a thermostat remote control, allowing users to easily regulate the temperature from anywhere in the room. This functionality not only enhances user comfort but also improves energy efficiency.

The unit is designed with a powerful yet quiet fan that circulates warm air throughout the space, ensuring even heat distribution. This makes the RUTHERFORD-42 an excellent option for supplemental heating in larger rooms, providing both style and warmth during colder months.

Safety is a paramount concern in all Hearth and Home Technologies products, and the RUTHERFORD-42 is no exception. It includes safety screens that protect against accidental contact with the flames, ensuring peace of mind while enjoying the fire’s warmth. Furthermore, it complies with stringent safety standards, making it a reliable choice for families.

In terms of aesthetics, the RUTHERFORD-42 offers various media options, including glass, ceramic logs, and stone, allowing homeowners to personalize the fire's appearance to align with their home’s décor. The fireplace is also available in different finishes, giving users the flexibility to create a focal point that perfectly complements their interior design.

Overall, the Hearth and Home Technologies RUTHERFORD-42 is a standout model that combines cutting-edge technology, safety features, and design flexibility, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to add a stylish and functional gas fireplace to their home.

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