Owner's Manual
Residential Factory Built Fireplace

Operation • Maintenance • Installation

The

OPEL AP

Keep these instructions for future use.

RSF-IIP_12-05

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OPEL AP

Dear Customer,
The OPEL AP incorporates technology with elegance to give you a beautiful view of the fire without compromising on heating efficiency or environmental quality.
We have designed your new OPEL AP to be easy to install, operate and maintain. It is in your bestinterest to become familiar with it. Study your manual to be sure that the installation is correct, thenfollow the guidelines for operation and maintenance.
We, at RSF Woodburning Fireplaces, congratulate you on your choice of the OPEL AP, and are
confident that you have purchased a fireplace that is simply, the best.
Sincerely,
The RSF Woodburning Fireplaces Team
April 2003

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY FIRST
3
Do’s and Don’ts
3
Creosote Formation and Need for Removal
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
3
Combustion Control System
3
Ash Pan4
Firescreen
4
Thermostat
4
Internal Circulating Blower
4
Gravity Vent System
4
Central Heat System
4
Catalytic Combustor
OPERATION
5
Lighting
5First Fire
5
Refueling5
Refractory Bricks Installation
MAINTENANCE
6
Cleaning
6
Disposal of Ashes
6
Doors
6
Glass
7
Gold Plating
7
Chimney Cleaning
7
Paint
7
Catalytic Combustor
INSTALLATION
8
Location
8
Ceiling Clearance
8
Outside Air Duct
9
General Assembly Illustration
11
Chimney11
Chimney Installation
12
Masonry Chimney
13
Chase Enclosure

14
14
14
14
15
15
15

Radiation Shield
Offset Chimney
Framing In
Spark Guard
MantelHearth Extension
Beneath Heath Extension

OPTIONS
16
Wall Thermostat
17
Circulating Blower
17
Catalytic Combustor
19Gold / Pewter Louvers
19
Rock Retainer Kit
21
Remote Venting
21
Gravity Vent System
22
Central Heat System
26
Zone Heating
SCHEMATIC WIRING DIAGRAMS
28
Thermostat
28
Circulating Blower
29
Central Heat System
29
All Systems
30
Zone Heating
FIREPLACE OPTIONS
31
Fireplace Options
REPLACEMENT PARTS
32
Fireplace
33
Assemblies
LABEL
34
Label
WARRANTY
35
Warranty

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OPEL APSAFETY FIRSTCREOSOTE: Formation and removal

DO’S AND DON’TS

When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and otherorganic vapours which combine with expelled moisture toform creosote. The creosote vapours condense in therelatively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire. Whenignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The
chimney should be inspected periodically during theheating season to see if a creosote build-up has
occurred. If a significant layer of creosote has accumulated (1/4” or more), it should be removed to reduce therisk of chimney fire.

If this fireplace is not properly installed, a house fire
may result. For your safety, follow the installation
directions. Contact local building or fire officials
about restrictions and installation requirements inyour area.
NOTE: We strongly recommend installers to be WETT or
WHERF certified.
To ANYONE using this fireplace:
These DO’s and DO NOTs are for your safety.
1. DO read this instruction manual before lighting yourfirst fire.
2. DO burn seasoned wood fuel or processed solid fuelfirelogs.
3. To avoid glass breakage, DO NOT slam the fireplacedoor.
4. DO NOT use gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene,
charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or
freshen up a fire in this fireplace. Keep all such liquids well away from the fireplace.

WARNING: Burn dry wood only!
DO NOT BURN:- driftwood- treated wood- coal- garbage- plastic
Do not use construction scraps (e.g. 2x4 or plywood
scraps) as your only supply of fuel as you may overheat and seriously damage the fireplace. Do not use
more than 3 densified fuel logs (e.g. Presto Logs) at atime. Do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning.
Use only firelogs that have been evaluated for fireplace
use and refer to firelog warnings and caution markingsprior to use.

5. DO NOT overfire the fireplace. If the chimney
connector behind the top louver glows red, or if
you are unable to slow down the burning rate of
the fire, you are probably overfiring the fireplace.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

6. DO operate the fireplace with doors fully open or fully
closed. If doors are left partly open, gas and flame
may be drawn out of the fireplace opening, creating
risks of both fire and smoke.

Since the doors are sealed, all combustion air mustcome through a draft control. This control has a bimetal
coil to allow more air when the unit is cold, and less air
when the unit is hot, guarding against overheating. It canbe controlled either manually through the lever below thedoor handles, or automatically through the optional electric wall thermostat. For the first few days, it is best tooperate the fireplace with the manual control fully on(moved to the right as far as possible). Just control thefire as you would any normal fireplace using two or threelarge logs at a time for a smaller fire, or more logs formore heat. Once you become familiar with operating thefireplace with the control open, you can start experimenting with lower settings. Remember: when the fireplace ishot, the control will not need as much movement to
reduce the fire as when it is cold. The bimetal coil will
already have shut the damper part way.

7. DO keep all combustible materials (furniture, shoes,etc.) at least 4 feet away from the front of the fireplace.
8. If the Opel AP is equipped with a catalyst it needs
periodic inspection for proper operation. If you havethe catalyst installed, DO NOT burn chemical chimney cleaners. They contain contaminants that willrender the catalyst inoperative.
9. DO NOT use a fireplace insert or other products not
specified for use with this fireplace.
10. If you use the fireplace with the doors wide open,
install a firescreen (FDFS) to prevent logs andsparks from burning your floor.
11. Always verify that your ash pan is in place before
igniting a fire.

THE COMBUSTION CONTROL SYSTEM

THE ASH PANThe Opel AP is equipped with an ash pan to easily
remove ashes from the firebox. To remove the ashes,
open the doors and, with a poker, remove the ash pan
plug from its hole. Push the ashes through the hole (making sure that the ash pan is in proper position). When the

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OPEL APash pan is full, open the bottom louvers of the fireplace.
The louvers can be easily opened by pulling the righthand side of the louvers. It is held in place by a magnet.
Remove ash pan and dispose of ashes properly. Replaceash pan and louvers. Replace plug in hole, making sure
it is properly placed before starting a fire. Do not remove
the ashes from the firebox while they are still hot. The
ash pan is not built to resist hot ashes or embers.
Under no circumstances should the fireplace be
operated without the ash pan plug and pan in place.
FIRESCREEN (option)
If you want to use the fireplace with the doors completely open, you have to run it with the firescreen (FDFS) in
front of the opening. The firescreen will prevent sparks
from falling on the floor. Do not leave the fireplace unattended when using the firescreen.
THERMOSTAT (option)
If you want a constant temperature, day and night, youwill be surprised to see what the wall thermostat option
can do for you. Once you have your fire burning, just set
the manual control on low (push the draft control lever all
the way to the left) and let the automatic thermostat takeover. Your room temperature will stay as even as though
you were heating with oil, gas, or electricity — except you
will find wood heat more comfortable (see options: Wall
Thermostat FDHC4).
NOTE: This thermostat controls the combustion air rate,
not the internal circulating blower. Also, when you areusing the automatic thermostat during cold weather, youwill find that the fire burns cleaner if the manual setting ison medium or higher. This will keep the thermostat fromshutting the fireplace right down during the automatic on/ off cycle.
INTERNAL CIRCULATING BLOWER (option)
If you have the optional internal blower installed, adjust
the speed of the blower to the output you require. The
blower speed control should be installed at a convenient
place on the wall. When a fire is burning, the thermal
switch installed inside the fireplace will turn on at 110° F,
allowing the blower to operate. When the Opel AP cools
to 90° F, the switch deactivates the blower. The maximum heat output of the fireplace is greater with the blower running (see options: Circulating Blower FDHB5-N).

The handle is located between the top louvers of the fireplace. Simply turn the lever to adjust the air flow throughthe gravity vent ducting. As the hot air rises, it will be distributed through the insulated ducting to the outlet (seeoptions: Gravity Vent System FDV).
CENTRAL HEAT SYSTEM (option)
You have the option to heat remote rooms in your homewith the heat generated by your fireplace. If this option
is installed, there will be a wall thermostat installed in themain room you want to heat, away from the room whichcontains the fireplace. This thermostat controls the blower, which brings air to the other rooms in your home,
keeping them at the temperature you desire. When theblower is running, it takes air from the room the Opel AP
is in, draws it around the fireplace and distributes it (seeoptions: Central Heating System FDHC6 / FDHB6).
NOTE: The blower (FDHB6) can push warm air either up
or down, and can also be zone controlled ( See Options:
Zone Heating).
HINT: If some evening you would like to enjoy the ambience of the wood flame, but you are a little too warm, turnup the central heating thermostat and open a window by
the thermostat. This will keep your room in front of thefire from getting too warm.
CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR (option)
If the Opel AP is equipped with a catalyst, it ignites creosote-forming gases in wood smoke at significantly lower
temperatures. As a result, you get less creosote andmore heat from your fire at low to medium burn rates.
Less fuel goes up your chimney in the form of smoke. In
addition to the list on page 3, DO NOT burn chemical
chimney cleaners, as they can contain contaminants thatwill render the catalyst inoperative.
The catalytic option comes with a bypass damper which
serves two functions:a) to eliminate smoking into the room when the doors are
opened;b) to allow the fire to start quickly when the fireplace is cold.

GRAVITY VENT SYSTEM (option)

Make sure the bypass damper above the right door ispulled all the way out before opening the doors. Whenstarting a fire, the bypass damper should be left open
long enough to establish sufficient draft (approximately
30 minutes).

If there are areas in your home that you would like toheat either in an upper level or an adjacent room, thegravity vent system can provide this heat without the useof a blower. It is controlled by a gravity vent damper.

The temperature in the firebox and the gases entering
the catalyst must be raised to at least 500° F for catalytic activity to be initiated. When you start the fire, keep a
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OPEL APThe doors should be opened slowly, moving bothdoors together, to keep smoke from spilling into
your room. If you do have smoke spillage, check to
see that all kitchen and bathroom fans have been
shut off. They can cause a vacuum in the house,
which pulls smoke out of the fireplace.

Fireplace faceThick facing

Pull hook

Rod extension

bypass eye
Set screw

HandleDecorative collar

Figure 1a: Bypass control with extension rod
catalyst at a sufficient operating temperature. If the fireis allowed to die down too soon after starting, the catalyst
may stop working. After the 30 minutes of a medium tohigh burn, however, the catalyst will operate with the heatgenerated by the burning smoke, even with a low fire.

OPERATION
LIGHTING
Slide the draft control under the doors all the way to theright. Light a fire in the fireplace, starting with paper andkindling only. Then add 2-3" diameter pieces of wood.
After the fire is established, close the doors to prevent
overheating (see the Combustion Control section).
Never use any flammable liquids. Once a coal bed isestablished, add standard cord wood. Leave the draft
control open until the fire is well lit, then adjust it to thelevel you desire.
WARNING: Do not use a grate or elevate the fire.
THE FIRST FIRE
Before the first fire, be absolutely sure to wipe off all
fingerprints and debris from the gold plating. The
plating undergoes a sealing process during this first fire,
and the acid from your finger prints will permanently etchthe gold plating. You will experience a slow start-up during the first fire. The refractory bricks still contain moisture and take a good hot fire to get rid of the moisture.
While there is moisture in the bricks, the bricks will beblack with smoke deposits. When the moisture is gone,
the bricks will be white. You may also experience a slightodour during the first few fires. This odour results fromcuring paint and the burn-off of oil.
REFUELING
Fuel wood can be of any species, however, ensure thatthe wood is well seasoned and kept under cover.
Sixteen to eighteen inch lengths work the best.
NOTE: The central heat and internal blowers, if
installed, should be shut off during refuelling.

If you have the Opel AP with the catalyst: after refuellinga cool fire or a fire that has burned down to a cool coalbed, operate the fire at a medium to high burn rate for atleast 10 minutes to ensure that the catalyst reaches
operating temperature.
REFRACTORY BRICKS INSTALLATION
Before lighting your first fire you must make sure therefractory is properly installed inside the firebox. This iseasily accomplished with the following instructions. First,
through the front opening of the fireplace pass the baffle(11.6.P). Next, place the baffle parallel to the opening
with the narrower portion on top. Slide the baffle onto thebracket at the top of the firebox until it is as far back as it
can go. Install the back left and back right (11.11.P and
11.12.P) at the back of the firebox with the joint in thecenter. These will be secured in place by the two side
rear (11.9.P and 11.10.P) refractories. To install these
two refractories, put the top corner into the bracket andslide the entire refractory into place. The two small front
refractories (11.7.P and 11.8.P) are installed with the finished side towards the front of the unit. See (Figure 1b)
below for more details.
These refractories have been designed specifically for
the Opel AP and no modifications are required to ensure
a proper fit.
11.6.P
11.9.P
11.11.P

11.7.P

11.12.P

11.14.P
11.15.P

11.10.P
11.8.P

Figure 1b: Refractory bricks installation

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MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
Adjusthere

The high-heat paint and gold plating can be cleaned witha soft moist cloth. Use a mild detergent and water. Do
not use abrasive cleaners!
LoosenDISPOSAL OF ASHES

Tighten

Clean the ashes before they become too deep, i.e.,
before you have a spillage problem when opening thedoors.
When removed from the ash pan, ashes should beplaced in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The
closed container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from all
combustible materials, pending final disposal. If theashes are disposed of by burial, or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container
until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.

Figure 2: Door adjustment

DOORS
Keep the door latch and hinges lubricated with all-purpose grease at least annually. To adjust the door closer,
tighten the Allen screw (as shown in Figure 2) to ensurethat the door closes tightly. The hinges can be adjust byloosening the nut underneath (Picture 1). Close the righthand door while the door closer is not latched. Adjust thedoor so that the joint between the two doors is straightand level. Push the door firmly against the facade of thefireplace while tightening the hinge nuts. Use a screwdriver on the bottom of the hinge pin and a wrench totighten the nut. Be sure that the door latch can easily go
into its slot on the façade. Adjust the left hand door sothat the top arch and the joint are flush with the righthand door. With the right hand door open, push on theleft hand door firmly against the façade of the fireplace
while tightening the hinge nuts. Re-tighten the door closer as described above.

Picture 1

If the door seal is damaged to the point where it does notseal tightly, replace the gasket. The Gasket Replacement
Kit (FDGRK2) is available from your dealer.
It is normal to push on the handle to close the doors(Picture 3). To verify that the doors are well sealed, insert
a piece of paper between the door and the fireplace(Picture 4). Along the top of the door you should be able
to tear the paper when it is pulled out. On the side andbottom part, you should be able to pull out the piece of
paper with some resistance (Picture 5).
NOTE: An improperly adjusted door seal can have a significant effect of the performance and durability of thefireplace. A poorly adjusted door can result in reduced
efficiency, excessive wood consumption and pre-mature
fireplace failure.

Picture 2
GLASS
In a controlled combustion firebox temperatures are notalways high enough to keep the glass perfectly clean. A
good hot fire in the morning usually cleans off most of thedeposits that have accumulated during the night.
Remember the drier the wood, the cleaner the glass. A

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Picture 3
word of caution: although heat will not break the glass, agood blow can. Be careful not to hit the glass.

Picture 4

Picture 5

CHIMNEY CLEANINGWARNING: Never clean this glass with an abrasive
cleaner. Use only a cleaner recommended by yourdealer. Never clean the glass while it is hot, a serious
burn can result. There are a number of excellent
wood stove glass cleaners available.

Check the chimney for creosote build-up every week
until experience shows how often cleaning is necessary.
A build-up of 1/4 inch or more should be cleaned before
more creosote accumulates. Use a 7 inch diameter wirebrush. The baffle in the firebox must be removed to gain
access to the flue from below.

If your glass breaks:

Baffle removal:

See your dealer for the exact replacement glass. If thegasket is damaged, it must be replaced with the identicalkind (14.10.2). Place the gasket on the door frame
between the door and the glass (it is self-sticking).

1. Remove the secondary air tube and the refractory liners.

1. Remove the door from the fireplace by lifting it off thehinges.

2. Slide the baffle towards the front of the fireplace androtate it so that you can lower it to the bottom of thefireplace opening.
3. Remove the baffle through the door opening.

2. Remove the clips holding the glass.
Follow the reverse procedure to re-install it.
3. Clean out any bits of glass and dirt from the gasket.
PAINT
4. Place the new glass into the opening and replace theclips being careful not to over-tighten the screws.
5. Check the glass by trying to move it back and forth. It
should feel snug, but move slightly without too much
effort.
GOLD PLATING
If you have gold/pewter doors or gold/pewter louvers you
will be happy to know that they will not tarnish however
they are not scratch resistant. They require a totallyabrasive free cleaner. Use only mild soap and warm
water to clean the gold when the surface is cool. The useof any household cleaner, such as Windex, abrasive
cleaners, or any form of acid, may permanently etch or
remove some of the gold plating. Before every fire, beabsolutely sure to wipe off all fingerprints from the gold
plating. Acid from debris or your fingerprints may permanently etch the gold plating.

You may touch up the face of the Opel AP with STOVEBRIGHT Flat Black high temperature paint. The correct
paint is available from your dealer. When you paint theface of the fireplace, remove the gold items (i.e., doors
and louvers), and cover the area surrounding the fireplace with newspaper. Follow the directions outlined on
the spray can. DO NOT attempt to paint while the fireplace is still warm. Keep the spray can away from any
source of heat or open flame. Ensure that there is adequate ventilation in the room from the time you start
painting until the paint is dry.
CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR (option)
The catalyst is warranted by the catalyst manufacturer,
please insure that you keep the warranty card. If the catalyst fails, it should be replaced with Applied Ceramics
Model 3621202-52-C. The dimensions of the catalyst are
3.875" x 12.25" x 2".

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It is important to periodically monitor the operation of thecatalyst to ensure that it is functioning properly and to
determine when it needs to be replaced. A non-functioning catalyst will result in a loss of heating efficiency, andan increase in creosote and emissions.
Catalysts should be visually inspected at least threetimes during the heating season to determine if physicaldegradation has occurred. Actual removal of the catalyst
is not recommended unless a more detailed inspection isneeded because of a noticeable decrease in performance.
You can get an indication of whether the catalyst is working by comparing the amount of smoke leaving the chimney when the smoke is going through the chimney after
light-off has been achieved, to the amount of smoke
leaving the chimney when the bypass damper is open:
1. Light the fire in accordance with the instructions
under lighting. After the fireplace is warm, set the
manual control (and the thermostat, if this option is
installed) to low.
2. With the bypass damper closed, the smoke is routed
through the catalyst. Go outside and observe theemissions leaving the chimney.
3. Open the bypass damper and again observe theemissions leaving the chimney.
Significantly more smoke should be seen when theexhaust is not routed through the catalyst, i.e., with thebypass damper open. Be careful not to confuse smokewith steam from wet wood.
The catalytic combustor is self-cleaning, and requiresvery little maintenance. Any loose ash should be
removed with a paintbrush. If the catalyst is plugged withcreosote, you may try burning it off by leaving the bypass
damper in a partially open position and pushing the draft
control all the way to the right. You may also burn off theexcess creosote with a propane torch.
WARNING: Do not use sharp or hard tools to clean
the catalytic combustor as this will damage it.
Catalyst removal and replacement
1. Remove the screws holding the brackets, one oneach side of the catalyst.
2. Carefully ease out the catalyst, using a knife blade if
it is tight.
3. Replace the catalyst the same way it was removed. If
the gasket is loose, re-cement it to the outside using
a silicone adhesive. A damaged gasket should be
replaced with 3M “Interam” 1/16” x 2” x 36”.

INSTALLATION
Check local codes concerning restrictions and installation requirements in your area.
WARNING: Remove the doors before installation andplace them in a safe area to reduce the possibility of:a) Vandalism ;b) Sub-trade tool abrasion, chipping, or breaking ofglass ;c) Gold finish damage because of muriatic acid, plaster,
cement, paint and harmful sprays or liquids.
LOCATIONYour Opel AP fireplace may be installed in many different
ways (see Figure 4) without any special floor reinforcement.
WARNING: If this fireplace is not properly installed, ahouse fire may result. For your safety, follow the
installation directions and clearances.
1. Note the location of roof and floor joists. Choose alocation that does not require cutting them.
2. Do not build shelves or cupboards in the area above
the fireplace. This space must be kept empty.
3. If at all possible, run the chimney up the inside of thehouse. If it must be run up outside, it should be
enclosed in an insulated enclosure (see Installation:
Chase Enclosure). Remember, a cold chimney causes poor draft!
CEILING CLEARANCE
Ceiling clearance is the distance from the top of the fireplace to the ceiling.
If the space between the top of the fireplace and the ceiling joists is less than 37 inches, the enclosure around thefireplace MUST be vented. Place a minimum 3" X 10"
vent grille into holes cut within one foot of both the floor
and ceiling levels, to allow room air to circulate throughthe fireplace enclosure and reduce heat buildup. These
vent grills may be placed vertically or horizontally. Underno circumstances is the distance between the ceiling andthe top of the unit to be less than 25 inches (see Figure
3).
OUTSIDE AIR DUCT
After the fireplace is correctly positioned, connect the
combustion air inlet to the outside (see Figure 5).
A 4 inch diameter duct can be used if the total run of thepipe is less than 25 feet. If the total run is longer than 25
feet, a 5 inch diameter pipe must be used.

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Rain cap- See the manual for flueheight requirements.

Storm collar- The central heat blower
may be installed on theleft side.

Roof flashing- Gravity vent may beinstalled on the left, rightor both sides.

Radiation shieldand storm collar

Ceiling
Radiation
shieldCentral heat
blowerBack draft
damperHeaderGravity ventdamper handle

Hearth extension

Metal sheet and
DUROCK© board(see page 16)

B-vent components forgravity system only(or Ultrablack double wallconnector made by ICC).

Ceiling clearance(minimum from the top of
the fireplace) :25” for vented enclosure37” for sealed enclosure

Fresh air hood

24” minimum depth of
opening
The hearth can be made of any permanently
affixed, non-combustible material

Electrical knockouts

5” wide sheet metal
spark guard

Figure 3: Assembly drawing

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18”

58”

Block
24”

38 1/2”
8 3/4” min. toside wall

38 1/2”

82”

These framing dimensions
are larger than required forease of installation. The fireplace has a minimum clearance of 0” to standoff (seeunit dimensions Figure 13).

49”

38 1/2”

NOTE: When framing with
2x6’s and installing the gravity
vent option, be sure to allow
for the 2” minimum clearance
between the header and the
B-vent pipe. (see Figure 13)
for gravity vent locations.

24”

Figure 4: Location and framing dimensions
1. Find a convenient location for the combustion air duct
and register. The location of the register may be
above or below floor level.

3. Place the insulated flexible duct over the register tube
and outside air connector sleeve. At both ends, carefully pull back the insulation and plastic cover, exposing the flexible duct. Then at each end, attach theduct with metal screws to the inlet and tube. Carefully
push the insulation and cover back over the duct.
Tape the plastic cover in place with the 2" aluminumduct.

2. Make a 4 1/4"(5 1/4" if using a 5" diameter duct) holein the outside wall of the house. Mount the register inthe hole from the outside with the inlet facing down.
2

1

Outside airconnection

Outside air register2” aluminium duct tape

Opel AP
Insulated flexible air duct

Outside wall

Figure 5: Outside air connection and installation options

CAUTION: When running duct aroundcorners, be sure to prevent crimpingthat would restrict the combustion airflow.
Use an insulated duct rated at over 200°
F. Our testing has shown that as longas the 5" diameter insulated duct is utilized properly, there is no restriction on
the length of the run. It is recommended
that the duct does not exceed 12 ft. vertical height rise above the base of theunit. The air inlet should never be lessthan 5 ft. below the top of the chimney
flue and should not terminate in attic
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Outside air control
The Opel AP is designed to use outside air for combustion but you may choose to use inside air for combustion
air instead. To do so, open the sliding door on the bottom
inside right of the fireplace (behind the bottom louvers).
Note that the fireplace uses outside air when the handle
is closer to the back of the fireplace and inside air whenit’s closer to the front. We recommend the use of outside air for combustion.
CHIMNEY
This fireplace is certified for use with 7” ICC Model
EXCEL chimney. The chimney system height from the
top of the fireplace must be a minimum of 12 ft. and a maximum of 40 ft.

3. Place the first chimney length on the fireplace.
Secure the chimney length to the fireplace with thethree screws provided.
The chimney must extend at least 3 ft. above its point ofcontact with the roof and at least 2 ft. higher than any
wall, roof, or building within 10 ft. of it.
NOTE: If the chimney is higher than 5 ft. above the roof,
it must be secured using a roof brace.
4. Put the roof flashing into place. Seal the joint between
the roof and the flashing with roofing tar. For sloping
roofs, place the flashing under the upper shingles andon top of the lower shingles. Nail the flashing to theroof using roofing nails.
If the chimney is enclosed to the roof:

We recommend that the minimum height be increased byapproximately 1 ft. for every 2000 ft. elevation above sea
level. Every 30° or 45° elbow also increases the minimum height by 1 ft. For example, if you are living 6000
ft. above sea level, your chimney should terminate atleast 15 ft. from the top of the fireplace (12 ft. + 3 ft. forthe 6000 ft.). (See Table 1) for more precise recommended flue heights.
CHIMNEY INSTALLATION-USA:

use a vented flashing.

-CANADA:use a vented flashing or aroof radiation shield (ERRS)
and a regular flashing.

5. Place the storm collar over the chimney and flashing.
Seal it around the chimney with silicone sealer (DONOT use roofing tar).

NOTE: The clearance between the chimney and combustible material must be 2" or more. DO NOT fill thisarea with insulation.

6. Fit the rain cap on the chimney. Secure it tightly inplace.

1. Cut and frame the required holes in the floor, ceilingand roof where the chimney will pass through. Use aplumb bob. The rough opening in the framing size
is 13 1/4” square.

7. Read the EXCEL Chimney installation manual concerning requirements for supports, bracing, anchors,etc.

2. From below, install a radiation shield in each floor
through which the chimney passes. At the attic level,
install a radiation shield and a storm collar as shownin (Figure 6).

8. The maximum height of chimney that can be supported by the top of the fireplace is 18 feet.

TABLE 1MINIMUM RECOMMENDED FLUE HEIGHTS IN FEET FROM THE TOP OF THE FIREPLACENUMBER OF ELBOWS
Elevation(ft)0

2 x 15°4 x 15°2 x 30°4 x 30°2 x 45°4 x 45°0-10001000-2000
2000-3000
3000-4000
4000-5000
5000-6000
6000-7000
7000-8000
8000-9000
9000-10000

12’
12’6”
13’
13’6”
14’
14’6”
15’
15’6”
16’
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space clearance at all points around thechimney from floor to roof flashing. If thechimney is enclosed in drywall, openings willprobably be required in order to verify clearances at all points.

Rain cap
2’ min.
10’ min.
NOTE: openings
must be framed
to adequately
support any
chimney supports and roof
assemblies

Storm
collar3’ min.

Flashing

2” min.

WARNING: DO NOT PACKREQUIRED AIR SPACES WITH INSULATION OR OTHER MATERIALS
1-hour fire rated enclosure required
when chimney passes occupied living
space (closets, etc.). 2” min. clearance
from chimney.

5. Chimney will be used only for the fireplace and may not be used to vent a furnace, water heater or any other appliance.

Storm collar

6. If major repairs are required to meet theabove conditions, a new chimney should beconstructed.
Radiation
shieldNew chimney installation:
To ensure adequate draft and to facilitate
cleaning, the fireplace must be connected to
37” min. (84 from the chimney using 7" diameter EXCEL chimbase to ceiling) for
sealed enclosure ney with an elbow, as shown in (Figure 7).
An ICC 7" rigid stainless steel liner and a 45°
25” min. (72 from stainless steel elbow are attached to thebase to ceiling) for
vented enclosure chimney and secured in place using a liner
adapter (FDM). If you use a 6 x 10 clay liner
you will need to ovalize the stainless steel
liner to fit into the clay liner. It is recommended that you position your fireplace
Louverdbefore building the chimney. The factoryvents
built chimney sections can easily be
installed as the layers of brick are being
placed.

Opel AP

Figure 6: Chimney installation
MASONRY CHIMNEYWARNING: When contemplating using an existing
chimney, it must first be thoroughly inspected by anauthority having jurisdiction to determine the following:

NOTE: If the ceiling is high enough some vertical chimney can be installed before the 45° or 30° elbow is
installed.

Excel liner or other liner list1. It is a well constructed, lined
ed to ULC-S635, ULC-S640
masonry chimney, fully inor UL1777
accordance with Local Building
Codes and the National
Building Code of Canada
12” min. to
NBCC 9.21 or NFPA 211.
combustible ceiling

Clearance as per NBCC
9.21 or NFPA 211

Metal
firestop

2. It has been thoroughly cleanedof any soot or creosote residue Excel 7” chimney
and inspected to determine that 18” min. length
it is in good condition.
3. There is no attic insulation of
any type in contact with thechimney and no insulation
stuffed in around the chimney at
any point, for any reason.
4. There is, as per NBCC 9.21 or
NFPA 211, the necessary air

Excel elbow

Masonry
adaptor(FDM)

Figure 7: Connection to masonry chimney

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Existing chimney installation:
If it is difficult to install rigid stainless on an existing chimney, a listed stainless steel flex liner can be used. Special
care is to be taken when installing the flexible liner. A
positive connection is assured with the masonry adaptor(FDM) available from your dealer. The stainless steel flex
liner connects to the masonry adaptor with a flexible/rigid
adaptor (LAF) and is secured with the 3 stainless steel
rivets provided. The masonry adaptor is then secured to
the Excel chimney with the 3 screws provided. The stainless steel liner fits inside the clay liner all the way to the
top of the masonry chimney. It is not meant to replace theclay liner. After mortaring in place, the connection should
not be visible. Care must be taken when cleaning toensure that the stainless steel flex liner is not dislodged.
As depicted in (Figure 7), the EXCEL chimney is to be aminimum of 18" from the connection point at the elbow to
the masonry adaptor. The uppermost part of the metalchimney where it enters the masonry chimney must be aminimum of 12 inches from the ceiling.
1. Sight-in and mark the outline of where the factorybuilt chimney will penetrate the masonry chimney.
2. Using a large (3/4" - 2") masonry drill bit, drill a holeexactly in the center of the oval outline. With amasonry hammer and drill, slowly enlarge the hole tothe size required. Remember to work from the center
out. Be especially careful with the clay liner behindthe brick because three sides of it must stay in place.
Storm collar

3. Bring the stainless steel liner down from the top of thechimney. If you are using a rigid liner you will needenough room to secure an elbow to it with at least twoscrews. For chimneys with less than 10" X 10" inside
you may find it easier to install a flex liner and secure
the end with a special adapter (LAF) available fromyour dealer.
4. Move the fireplace forward enough to install thelength of EXCEL chimney then move the fireplaceback into position as you connect the masonry adaptor to the EXCEL chimney.
CHASE ENCLOSURE
If the chimney runs up the outside of the house, it must
be enclosed in a chase structure. It is best to locate thechase away from any overhead obstructions and meet all
clearances from such objects. The chase should be constructed in such a way that it is an extension of the home.
It should be well insulated between the footings and thefloor of the home to prevent heat loss. If the climate inyour area is mild, insulate the chase at least to the first
fire-stop. If the climate in your area is very cold, insulate
the chase to the top to keep the flue warmer, to increase
the draft, and reduce creosote buildup.

10 ft
2 ft
min.

Storm collar

Use offset
support12” min.

Flashing*

OffsetRise
Radiation shield

Insulation
Chase liner of fire rated gypsum
board is recommended (may berequired by local authorities)
Radiation
shieldFire stop, joist radiation shield
OffsetsuportIn USA:Use vented flashing
3 metalscrews ineach joint

Figure 8: Offset chimney installation

2” min.
clearance
to combustibles

Opel APIn CANADA:
Use Roof Radiation
Shield (ERRS) and a
regular flashing

Figure 9: Chimney installation with chase enclosurePage 14

OPEL APNOTE: In USA if the chase is enclosed or flashed to theroof as shown in (Figure 9), then the flashing must be
vented.

FRAMING IN

If required by local codes, make certain that the walls
have been properly insulated, vapor sealed andsheathed with a fire rated gypsum board (see Figure 9).

The enclosure walls can be framed with any suitablematerials (2x4 or 2x6 studs, plywood, gypsum board,etc.). Because of the high heat output potential of theOpel AP, combustible material must NOT go closer tothe fireplace than the standoffs, top, back and sides.

REMEMBER: Check local codes concerning installation
requirements and restrictions in your area.

If you like, framing can be set back to allow the facing to
be flush with the front of the fireplace.

RADIATION SHIELD

Each top standoff has a notch where the gypsum board
can be inserted when finishing.

A radiation shield must be placed where the chimney
passes through each floor level overhead. This will assist
in retarding any spread of fire and act to contain the firewithin the area below the radiation shield.

In front of each side standoff there is a gypsum board
bracket to lean the finishing wall on. Under no circumstance the gypsum board or finishing wall should beplaced below this bracket or notch line.

OFFSET CHIMNEYSPARK GUARD
Maximum offset angle:
Maximum number of elbows:45°
4, resulting in two(2) offsets.
An elbow may be installed directly on top of the fireplace
if required.
Use the offset option if you need to clear a joist or passaround a cupboard. Install the fireplace and chimney as
described earlier. When you require an elbow, proceed
as follows:

Install a 5" piece of sheet metal centered under the joint
between the fireplace and the hearth extension. This will
make certain that sparks cannot lodge in the crack andstart a fire. If you are preparing a raised installation, thenFlashing*
12” min.

2 ft
min.
10 ft.

2” min. to
combustibles

See the detailed offset chart in the EXCEL installation
instructions.
1. Install the required elbow. Turn it in the desired direction, and fasten it to the other section with the 3 metalscrews provided at the joint.

Wallsupport

2. Install enough lengths to obtain the desired offset.
Secure each joint with 3 metal screws.
3. Use another elbow to return the chimney to the vertical direction.

Radiation shieldand offset, roof
or wall support

4. Install a roof support, wall support, or an offset support
at each offset to support the weight of the flue (elbows
are not designed to support a flue above an offset).

Insulated firestop in
angle(30° or 45°)

Opel APZ-shaped spark guard for raised
installation must be custom supplied
by installer (minimum 26 gauge
steel)

Opel AP

Non-combustible
flooring
In USA:
Raised platform

Figure 10: Z-shaped spark guard

Use vented flashing

In CANADA: Use Roof Radiation Shield (ERRS)
and a regular flashing

Figure 11: Offset chimney through a wallPage 15

OPEL APa “Z” shaped spark guard must be installed. The
height of the Z-shaped spark guard must equal
the distance between the floor and the base of theunit. The minimum depth the spark guard must
extend beneath the Opel AP is 2 1/2 inches. The
spark guard must run the full length of the fireplace. (Z-SHAPED GUARD NOT SUPPLIED.)

8” max.

MantelMANTELA masonry or other non-combustible mantel may
be placed directly above the top louvers. If a woodor other combustible mantel is desired, then it
must be at least 28” (54" from the base of the fireplace) above the top of the door opening (seeFigure 14).

54”
46 ¾”
12” min.
from sidewall toedge oflouvers

HEARTH EXTENSION
The area immediately in front of the fireplace must
be protected by a non-combustible material suchas brick, tile, stone, or slate. The protection must
extend at least 16" in front and 8" on both sides ofthe fireplace opening. There is no minimum thickness required for the hearth extension.

16”
23”

38 ½”
Non-combustible
hearthInsulation ¾”
NOTE: Metal sheet
and Durock© cement
board (in USA only).

Figure 12: Clearance to combustibles

BENEATH HEARTH EXTENSION
Installation required in the USA only.

11”

11”
Opening for gravity vent only
11¼”
24” to standoff

1 ½”

Opening forcentral heator gravity ventducting½”

If the fireplace is raised 4” or more, thearea in front of the fireplace just needs tobe covered with a non-combustible material such as metal, brick, stone or slate, itdoes not require the Durock© board.
There is no minimum thickness required
for this non-combustible hearth extension. The 5” wide spark guard must be
48” totop standoff installed underneath either the hearth
extension or the Durock© board.

37” to standoff

5 ¾”
25”

39 ¼”

18 7/8”1 ¼”

The Opel AP must use a metal sheet and1/2” Durock© cement board beneath thehearth extension - unless it is raised atleast 4 inches above the base of thehearth. The metal sheet and Durock©
board must have the same dimension as
the hearth extension, namely, 16” wideand 38 1/2” long.

NOTE: if the Opel AP is installed on aconcrete floor, the Durock© board andspark guard are not required.

29 ½”

36”

Figure 13: Unit dimensions

1 ¾”

15 ¼”

4 1/8”

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23 1/2” min.
to combustible top
facing(49 3/4” fromthe base of
the fireplace)

Combustible
topfacingmay protrude
1” max. fromthe face ofthe fireplace

28” min.
to mantel(54” fromthe baseof thefireplace)automatically controls the amount of combustion air to the fire, leaving your home at aneven preset temperature. If you seriously plan
to heat your home with the fireplace, the thermostat option will increase comfort, end theC o m b u s t i b l e fuss of continued manual adjustment, andside facing or reduce wood consumption.
surround may
extend 8” max. For more heat output and increased air circufrom the faceof the fireplace lation, you can add the internal blower(FDHB5). For larger homes in colder climates,
this is an important option if you plan to use
the fireplace as a serious source of heat.
NOTE: It will be difficult to install the internal
blower if wiring is not run during framing. If
there is any chance that this option will be
installed in the future, power should be run to
the fireplace and wire must be run to a switch
box at a convenient place on the wall for
mounting the blower control.

7 1/4” min. from door opening
to combustible facing

Figure 14: Clearance to combustibles

OPEL AP OPTIONS
Just a few comments about your Opel AP options. The
size and shape of your home and how you intend to use
your fireplace will determine the options you require.
For a basic, high-efficiency fireplace, you won’t need any
options or electricity.
Automatic temperature control can be accomplished byadding the thermostat option (FDHC4). The thermostat
Black
White
Ground (bare)
Top louvers

Draft control
Keyholewith pendant stopsWallthermostat(FDHC4)This optional kit allows you to control the temperature bya remote mounted electric wall thermostat.
See wiring
diagram(Figure 34)

To thermostat
110 V
Pendant end
chain(FDHC4 kit)

Transformer

If you desire even heat throughout your home strictlyfrom your fireplace, or if you want to move heat to aremote area of your home, it is recommended that you
incorporate the central heat option (parts FDHB6, FDHC6and FDHC6-1). A thermostatically controlled blower takes
heat from the fireplace, and distributes the warm air
throughout your home even a couple of stories up or
down.
WALL THERMOSTAT (FDHC4)

Terminal block(cover removed)

Damper motor (FDHC4)

If you have rooms directly above or adjacent to the roomwith the fireplace that you would like to heat, you may
consider the gravity vent option (FDV). The gravity ventdistributes hot air to these rooms and requires no blower
to assist its operation. However, with the internal blower(FDHB5-N) installed, there will be some increase inwarm air movement to rooms serviced by the gravity
vent.

Mounting Screws
bracketFigure 15: Thermostat control installation

NOTE: It is strongly recommended that this kit beinstalled during framing so that the wiring can be easily
hidden.
1. Remove both top and bottom louvers. The top louveris held in place by springs underneath, so push downfrom the top, then rotate and pull forward. The bottom
louvers can be opened by pulling the right hand sideof the louvers. To completely remove the louvers,
when opened, push up the louver to remove the bottom of the hinge rod from its hole and pull the louvers.
2. The damper motor and transformer are mounted on abracket in the bottom right hand corner of the fireplace (see Figure 15).

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3. BEFORE fastening the controls with the 2 screws
provided, thread the supplied chain through the spare
keyhole in the draft control and attach a pendant to
the end, just like the chain that is beside it. Let the
chain down on the same side of the heat shield as theexisting chain, and attach it to the lever on thedamper motor with another pendant. Push the pendant snug into the hole in the lever. Then mount thecontrols to the bracket.
4. Adjust the chain on the draft control lever until it is justsnug but the damper is still closed. When the damper
motor is energized, the damper should open all theway. Lock the chain onto the keyhole with anotherpendant just like the chain beside it.

1. Remove the bottom louver. (See operation #1 in theabove section.) Pull the louver from the right handside toward you. Lift the louver to remove the bottomof the hinge rod from its hole. Remove the top of thehinge rod from the top hole.
2. Remove the ash pan, to do so, you will need toremove the plug from the inside of the firebox.
3. Remove the ash pan’s drawer. Remove the screw
located on the right hand side of the drawer at its
back.
4. Mount the blower on its 90º bracket. Be sure that thewires are connected to the blower before mounting.

5. Wire the thermostat as shown in (Figure 15), making
sure the wall control is sufficiently away from thedirect radiation of the fireplace. Make certain that it is
at least 10 ft. away from the fireplace, but in the sameroom.

5. Hold the blower with the outlet facing up from theback. Fit the blower through the louver opening.

CIRCULATING BLOWER (FDHB5-N)

7. Mount the thermal switch on its support as shown in(Figure 17). The thermal switch support is located justbeneath the bottom of the firebox on the right handside leg. Push the clips on to the support as far as
they will go.

NOTE: It is important that the wiring for the blower kit isinstalled during framing so that the wiring can be easily
hidden.

6. Slide the blower into place between the two brackets.
You should see the wheels of the blower.

NOTE: One thermal switch is all that is required
to operate the internal blower, the central heat
blower, or both.

Blower speed control
Circulating blower
Terminal block

Thermalswitchbypass

8. Locate the provided speed control in a switch
box at a convenient location on the wall and connect it with conventional 90° C 14 gauge wire(see Figure 16).
9. Replace the ash pan drawer and screw, theash pan and the louver.
CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR (FDCCO)

Thermodisc

Figure 16: Circulating blower(See also the instruction sheet included with thecatalytic combustor kit.)

Mounting clips
Thermal switch
Terminal switch

The (FDCCO) Catalytic Kit of the Opel AP
includes:Circulating blower

BottomlouverLouverretention

Figure 17: Circulating blower location (sectional view)- Cotter pin- Template- Bypass rod- Bypass damper- Catalytic bypass frame(with rope seal)- Catalytic converter- Tapping screws (10) and washers (2)- Retaining brackets (4)- Fiberglass rope seal
- Control eye, handle and extension

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Preparation of the fireplace
1. Remove doors and all refractory liners.
2. Lay unit on its back for easier access.
3. Remove the screen above the door opening by
removing the 4 screws in behind (Picture1). If the unit
has been fired already, oil the screws before removing them or they may break.
4. Remove secondary air tube by removing the screw
on the left side (Picture 2).
5. Remove the baffle. (See instructions on page 8, baffle removal section.)
6. Break off the baffle support brackets by bending thebrackets up and down with vice grips (Picture 3).
Installation of the catalytic combustor
1. Hook the template provided into the top louver opening, flush with the right side.
2. Use a punch to make a mark through the small holeon the front of the template (Picture 4), then remove
template and discard. Make a pilot hole at the punchmark, then drill a 33/64” hole (Picture 5).

1

3. Take the bypass rod and, from inside the fireplace,push the long end through the hole you just drilled.
On the outside, pull the bar out as far as it will go(Picture 6).
4. With a cotter pin, connect the bypass rod to thebypass damper (Picture 7). The bent lip side faces
the back of the unit with the connecting bracket facing up.
5. Install the new catalytic holder. It only goes in one
way as shown in (Picture 8). The bottom of the catalytic holder must be at 18 ¾” from the bottom of thefirebox (Picture 9).
6. Install the retaining brackets as shown using the self
tapping screws provided (Picture 10).

2

7. Install a set of brackets close to the face of the unit
on the angle portion of the catalyst holder. Make surethat the holes for the secondary air tube remain open
(Picture 11).
8. Carefully put the catalytic in place (Picture 12) andhold in place with the 1/4” screws and washers provided.
9. Replace the primary air screen and the secondary air
tube.

3
Figure 18a: Installation of the catalytic kit

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10. You can now stand up the Opel AP again, then put
back the refractory liners and the doors.
After the facing is installed
1. Attach the control eye to the bypass rod by tightening
the setscrew with a 1/8” Allen wrench (Picture 13).
2. If the bypass rod is too short due to thick brick facing,attach the extension. Measure the required lengthfrom the threaded end and cut off excess before
installing the control eye.
3. Insert the handle into the control eye.
GOLD / PEWTER LOUVERS (FDL)
The standard black louvers above and below the doors
can be replaced with a gold plated louvers or pewter louvers(OPLG) if you wish. You may order these from your dealer.
NOTE: There are 2 positions for the louvers: flush withthe front or protruding from the front.
Dismantling and assembling louvers

Figure 18b: Installation of the catalytic kit

1. The top louvers are held in place by springs underneath. Therefore, push down from the top and pullout. To remove the bottom, remove the screw on eachside of the louvers.
2. Take the assembly apart by removing the top nuts
from the rods. Note that there are two washers underneath the top nuts on the bottom louvers. These
washers are placed to provide space for the air control lever. Make sure they go back when you
reassemble the louvers.
3. Assemble the new louvers the same way the old ones
came apart, reusing the original rods and spacers.
Leave about 1/4" of the rod protruding above the top
nut. Make sure you replace the washers under the top
nuts of the bottom louvers.
4. Put the reassembled louvers back into the fireplace.
NOTE: Although the gold plating will not tarnish, caremust be taken not to scratch the surface.
ROCK RETAINER KIT (FDK)
FacingFacing material may only be non-combustible such as
metal, brick, rock, concrete board, or ceramic tile.

4

5

6

7

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Gypsum board is NOT an acceptable facing material.

Follow these steps:

WARNING: DO NOT restrict airflow through the inlet
and outlet louvers of the stove. If two (2) gravity ventkits are installed with the dampers removed, only
then may the upper louver area be blocked.

NOTE: Remove the fireplace doors and louvers, andstore them in a safe place until the masonry work is finished. Acid from the cleaning operation will permanently
damage the gold plating.
Installation

If you desire to fully face the fireplace with thin masonry,
it is recommended that you purchase the rock retainer kit(part FDK with the upper louvers in place, or the FDK-1
with the upper opening blocked) to help keep the facingin place. It is NOT recommended for brick or other selfsupporting materials.

1. Install the expanded metal on the top half of the fireplace using drill and tap screws at locations shown(see Figure 19). If there is a bypass rod above thedoor, allow for it to come through. For thick rock, therod extension (R6414) may be required.

18 ¾”

Figure 18c: Installation of the catalytic kit

8

9

10

11

12

13

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2. Install the metal edging on each side of the doors,
making sure that the edges fit nicely with the archedge above. There are right and left side expanded
metal pieces. The expanded metal is correctly
installed when the expanded metal is facing upwards,
to catch the mortar. A wider steel lintel bar may berequired for heavy rock.
3. Cover the rest of the area with wire mesh, or metallath, flush with the heavy expanded metal. Make surenails or staples used for fastening mesh penetrate thestuds at least 1".
4. Mortar must be “thin set” or “thin bed” type, inherently polymer modified. Do not add water to the mixture(this applies to the grout as well). If the mortar is not
modified, you should add a synthetic latex additive.
Mix to a firm, moist consistency.
5. Using a plasterer or mason’s trowel, apply a scratchcoat that covers the wire mesh. Let the mortar set
before adding another coat. This will take several
hours. Afterwards, apply a thinner coat and the facing.
Do notspread plaster over more than aworkable area so that the mortar will not set before
the facing is applied.
6. If additional mortar is required, use a grout bag to fillin the joints. Take extra care to avoid smearing on thesurface of the facing.
NOTE: If you wish to cover the top louver using an FDK1 you must provide access to the air control locatedinside the right side of the top louver opening. The FDK1 has a removable panel which permits access to the aircontrol. The masonry which covers this panel should beinstalled in such a way that it can beremoved if necessary.

IMPORTANT: No substitution of any of these parts isallowed. These genuine RSF Woodburning
Fireplaces parts have the correct clearances. These
clearances must be maintained for your safety.
The FDV system incorporates standard 8" B-vent components for installation. Single wall pipe is not allowed
due to the high temperature of the air in a gravity ventsystem. Any listed brand of 8" B-vent pipe may be used
and is not a part of the FDV. The maximum pipe length is
15 ft. from the top of the fireplace to the outlet. The Bvent components can be replaced by UltraBlack double
wall black connector made by ICC only.
NOTE: If two gravity vent lines are installed, then two
FDV kits must be ordered.
(Figure 23) indicates the minimum clearances and framing dimensions. Passing through a combustible wall or
ceiling requires a minimum clearance of 2" from combustibles.
WARNING: Every measurement and clearance on theillustrations must be followed to assure safety of theinstallation.
Installation
CAUTION: Do not replace the grill from the FDV withshutters. Do not allow heat to be trapped in the gravity
vent system.
1. Plan the gravity vent run first. Be aware that the maximum actual pipe length between the top of the fireplace and the outlet is 15 feet. There is no maximum
number of elbows in a run, but the run must never go
in a downward direction as this can trap heat in thegravity vent system.
Thickness ofsheeting

REMOTE VENTING
The gravity vent system can distribute air
to an upper level or a room next door
without an extra blower. If you use two
gravity vent kits you may block off theupper louver area with the desired facing. The central heat option allows heatto be sent up to 50 ft. away. (Figure 21)
illustrates various certified ways of incorporating the two systems.

Framing

Metal edging

THE GRAVITY VENT SYSTEM (FDV)The FDV kit includes:- A grill- A grill adaptor- A B-vent starter section- A shut-off damper (do not use
with upper louvers blocked)

Drill and tap
screwsFigure 19: Installation of rock retainer kit

Use only the
predrilled holes
in the FDK kit toattach it to thefireplace.

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Stones, tile or brick
MortarWARNING: If you are blocking off the upper louversof the Opel AP, do not install the shut-off dampers.

Optional masonry
retainer kit

7. Install the B-vent pipe between the B-vent starter andthe grill adapter. Fasten each joint with 3 screws (ifthe B-vent pipe manufacturer allows this in its instruction manual). Insert the B-vent pipe in the grill adapter
and fasten it with three screws. The B-vent pipe
needs only to be inserted into the adapter enough tobe able to screw it in place. This allows you about 3
1/2" of play.
8. Once the wall facing around the gravity vent grill
adapter has been completed, install the grill with the
supplied screws. The gravity vent is now ready for
operation.
THE CENTRAL HEAT SYSTEM
HearthFigure 20: Facing with masonry

Wire mesh
Plywood or
gypsum board

2. The grill adapter is designed to be installed underneath the gypsum board in the wall. Frame a 13" x
13" hole to accept the gravity vent grill adapter in thedesired location. Fit the gravity vent grill adapter into
the framed hole and fasten it into place with nails or
screws. If you are installing the outlet in an alreadyfinished area, you must remove the gypsum board
and frame a 13" x 13" hole in the existing framing, inorder to meet the required clearances.
3. Remove the outer cover to the left, right, or both sidesof the flue outlet, on the Opel AP.

Required components:
1) Part FDHC6 :A blower control center, a thermostat
and a thermal switch.

2) Part FDHC6-1:

A back draft damper

3) Part FDHB6 :A maximum 636 C.F.M. blower with avariable speed motor, 2 noise reduction collars, a blower speed control,
and a mounting bracket.

NOTE: Parts 2 and 3 must be used together for this system. Use of any substitutes will de-certify the system.

4. Cut the insulation to the size of the opening andremove the cover plate underneath (it is taped inplace).
5. Install the B-vent starter section. The slot in the B-ventstarter section should be facing the front and the holeshould be facing the back. Bend up the four tabs atthe base of the starter section to hold it in place.
6. Install the shut-off damper at the base of the starter
section. The shut-off damper enables the manualcontrol of hot air flowing through the gravity vent pipe.
With the top louver removed, and the angular portionof the rod in hand, insert the damper rod into the holein the starter section. Next, make sure that the washer and spring on the control arm are both on the outside of the starter section and that the rod has fit
snugly into the slot. A definite tension should exist
between the shut-off damper rod and the starter section. Replace the louvers. The damper rod should
protrude above the top of the louvers.

-no ducting-top grill open

-1 gravity vent kit-top grill open

-central heating
duct kit-top grill open

-2 gravity vent kits
-top grill closed-central heating
duct kit-1 gravity vent kit-top grill open

-2 gravity vent kits
-top grill open

Figure 21: Remote venting options for the Opel AP

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From the louver opening bend out two of the lower tabs
to prevent the damper from being pulled out.

Grilladapter

4. Before proceeding with the installation of the blower,
make sure that the electrical service to the blower is in
the OFF position. All wiring should be in accordancewith local ordinances and the National Electric Code.

B-ventstarter

Grill

Figure 22: Gravity vent kit (FDV)The 8” back-draft damper prevents hot air from travelling
into the C vent (single wall) ducting unless the Central Heat
Blower (FDHB6) is operating. When the thermostat calls forheat, the blower turns on and opens the one-way valve. At
the same time, the room air is drawn through the upper andlower louvers, which mixes and reduces the overall temperature of the forced air that travels through the ducting.

NOTE: The blower can basically be installed anywhere in
the home, however some thought should go into the planning to ensure that the blower noise does not affect rooms
you would like kept quiet. If the central heating system
ductwork is passing through an area in your home that you
do not wish to be heated, then the ducting should be insulated. Length of runs should be as short as possible to conserve space and minimize cost. Maximum duct length
should not exceed 50 feet from the fireplace to the furthest
outlet. There is a loss of about 15% performance at 50 feet.

WARNING: If the back-draft damper is not installed,
the central heat ducting may become too hot for thesurrounding combustible materials. Any substitute for
the FDHC6-1 kit will void all warranty coverage by RSF
Woodburning Fireplaces.

NOTE: The blower automatically shuts off if the air temperature reaches 180° F inside the ducting.
5. Locate the blower in a convenient location. The blower may be installed vertically or horizontally. The horizontal installation can utilize either the supplied
mounting bracket or, if you want to install the blower
farther away from the ceiling, you can use plumber’s
strapping. A vertical installation must include themounting bracket.

Installation
1. Remove the cover left side only.
2. Cut the insulation to the size of the opening and remove
the cover plate underneath (it is taped in place).

NOTE: If you have an existing hot air system, you may
safely ‘tie in’ to this hot air system. However, no hot air duct is
Grill and adaptaterto be connected to the return airof another central heating system.
Optional gravity
vent outlet

59” min.

3. Install the back draft damper crimped side up, making
sure it is pushed all the way down. Bend out the 4 middle tabs to fasten the damper to the top of the fireplace.

4” min.

4” min.
2” min.
“B” ventstarter(s) here

2”
min.

59” min.

59” min.

2” min.

Front view

Figure 23: Gravity vent clearances

6. Connect the INLET of theblower to the ducting comingfrom the fireplace, using 8”
diameter metal ducting (rigid orflex). Any other size will notwork properly. Use only metal
ducting between the fireplace
and the blower. You may use
plastic ducting after the blower,
provided the temperature ratingof the ducting is at least 250° F.
Do not use plastic ducting in achase.
NOTE: The central heat ducting
may be run at a 0” clearance to
combustibles.

Side view

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OPEL AP

Thermostat

Central heat
control kit(FDHC6)

ThermalswitchFigure 24: Central heating kit (FDHC6)

Blower speed
control

Mounting
bracketBack draft
damper(FDHC6-1)

eters. Houses vary in size and layout, so duct systems
must be specifically designed for each home. The diagrams on this sheet are examples only. The cross sectional area of the distribution system must total at least
50 square inches. If you have more than 50 square inches, some of the system may be shut off, but there must
always be 50 square inches of ducting open at all times.
For example, if 5" pipe is used for distribution, the crosssection of each is 20 square inches. The minimum allowable ducting would be three runs of 5" pipe.
(Figures 27 & 28) illustrate two examples of “tying-in” toexisting ductwork. Directing air in the right direction will
reduce reverse flow when the existing furnace blower isoff. Some reverse flow will not cause any problems.
CAUTION: Tie-ins into existing ductwork must be
down stream from the existing furnace.

Central heat variable
speed blower

2 noise reduction
collars

Figure 25: Central heat blower kit (FDHB6-1)
7. To install the blower (for the FDHB6 only): attach thenoise reduction collars to either side of the blower
using 1/2” self-tapping screws.
8. Ductwork can then be run to the desired rooms. Up tosix 5" or five 6" diameter runs can be installed fromthis system.
NOTE: Runs must be balanced as air travels along thepath of least resistance. Balance the airflow by diameterand length of runs. Longer runs should have larger diam-

NOTE: When the central heating blower is in operation,
it removes air from the room containing the fireplace. If
this room can be closed off from the rest of the house(e.g. with a door), a grill with at least a 100 square inch
open area must be installed to allow the air to return tothe fireplace. Otherwise periodic smoking from the fireplace will result.
9. Wire the blower to a 115-volt, 15-amp breakerthrough the thermostat provided. The variable speed
switch provided should be installed in a convenient
location near the fireplace so the blower can be shutoff during refueling. The blower control center shouldbe placed in an accessible location near the blower. It
should be mounted in a 4 x 4 electrician’s box. You
have two options of how you can connect the central
heat blower to the blower control assembly.

Ideal blower
thermostat location
Hot air
Cool airWarm airregisters

Central heat
blowerAir circulation through fireplace and home with central heat
blower in the ‘OFF’ cycle.

Figure 26: Central heat ducting options (single floor)

Air circulation through fireplace and home with central heat
blower in the ‘ON’ cycle (blower thermostat calling for heat).

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OPEL APa) If you would like the blower to turn on when thethermostat calls for heat, first locate the thermostat in
the principal room heated by the duct system. Do notinstall it in the room where the fireplace is installed.
There are yellow black and red wires coming out of
the relay as shown in the wiring diagram. Connect thewire from #4 of the terminal block to the black wire
and put the wire connector on the red wire for protection. (See Figures 36 and 37 for schematic wiring diagrams.)b) If the fireplace is in a small room and/or you
would like the central heat blower to remove air fromthis room when it becomes too hot, locate the thermostat in the room with the fireplace. Connect thewire from #4 of the terminal block to the red wire andput the wire connector on the black wire for protection. (See Figures 36 and 37 for schematic wiring diagrams.)(Figure 29) shows some ways of ducting the hot air fromthe blower. You are not restricted in the size of pipe, aslong as the total cross sectional area of all runs combined is not less than 50 square inches. The diagramshows alternate blower locations. Only one external
blower can be installed.

Example 1: tie-in to heatplenum for circulation throughout all rooms

Figure 27: Examples of air circulation
when tying-in to existing ductwork

Example 2: tie-in topart of the duct system

45° tie-in

BlowerDeflector

Cold air
returnCold air
returnCentral heat blower

OPEL AP

Furnace

OPEL AP

Figure 28: Example tie-ins to A) central heat duct and B) central heat plenum

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OPEL AP
10. If the blower fails to operate, check the following:a) Consult the wiring diagram to assure proper connections.
b) To assure proper contact, check the motor leadwiring, incoming supply wiring and capacitor connections.
c) If possible, use a meter to test for continuity
between the fan leads. Please note that the capacitor will show no reading if it is tested with a meter.
11. If the blower still fails to operate, consult your local
RSF Woodburning Fireplaces authorized dealer for
repair/replacement instructions.
ZONE HEATING (FDHCZ1 AND FDHCZ2)
For more regional heat control, the OPEL AP is ideallysuited for zone heating. (Figure 31) shows an example ofa three-zone system. The thermostat simultaneously
opens the desired valve and starts the blower when heatis required. The zone control system consists of:
FDHCZ-1 (Figure 32):
(1 time)

NOTE: The FDHCZ-1 replaces the FDHC6 if you areinstalling the zone system.
FDHCZ-2 (Figure 33):

(1 to 3 dependingof how many zone youwant to control)
The system is wired similarly to the central heat system(Figures 36 and 37) with the addition of the blower control and the blower center (see Figure 38). The wholesystem runs on 24V AC. Make sure that the thermostats
are matched with the correct zone valve.
NOTE: the Opel AP must be installed in accordance withall local codes, if any; if not, follow the current CSA C22.1
in Canada or NFPA 70 in the USA. Install and use as per
the manufacturer’s installation and operating instructions.

- 1 control box- 1 blower transformer relay- 1 thermal switch
Noise reduction collars

Alternative blower
location
2 duct6” diameter runs
Zeroclearance

4” min.

3 duct5” diameterruns
B-vent pipe

Figure 29: Central heat location options

59” min.

BlowerBack draft
damper- 1 zone valve (normallyclosed)- 1 thermostat

Page 27

OPEL APBlackWhite
Ground (bare)
Red
YellowTo
thermostat

To speed
control

Speed Thermocontrol
stat Option1: warn-

Blowercontroldetailing thermostat(see schematicwiring diagram
Figure 36)

To blower

To terminal
BlowercontrolTerminal
bloc

Option 2:
cooling thermostat (seeschematic
wiring diagram
Figure 36)

110 V
Terminal detail

BWG

Figure 30: Central heat system wiring diagram

BlowerZone damper

Figure 31: Zone heating - example 3 zone
Blower control
centreZone controlbox

Figure 32: Zone control kit (FDHCZ-1)

BlowerdetailZone
thermostats

Zone register

Thermostat

ThermalswitchFigure 33: Zone heating kit (FDHCZ-2)

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OPEL AP
Draft damper
thermostat
Draft damper motor

Terminal block

24V
Transformer

black
white

ground (bare)

Figure 34: Wiring for the thermostat

110V

Thermalswitch bypass(optional)Internal blower

ThermalswitchTerminal block

black
white

ground (bare)
110V

Figure 35: Wiring for the circulating blower

Blower speed
controlPage 29

OPEL AP

Blower control
thermostat

ThermalswitchCentral blower
speed switch

Terminal
block
18 ga
LVT

External central
heat blower

black
white
black
white

yellow

white

black

Relay

*For a warming thermostat, 1 should be the redwire and 2 should be
the black wire2*

ground (bare)*For a cooling thermostat, 1 should be theblack wire and 2 shouldbe the red wire

1*
110V

Figure 36: Wiring for the central heat system

Draft
damperthermostat

Draft
dampermotor
ThermalswitchInternal
blowerInternal
blowerspeed
control

Blower control
thermostat

Central blower
speed switch

Terminal
block
18ga
LVT

Transformer
External central
heat blower

black
white
black

24V
Relay
yellow

white

black

white

2*

ground (bare)
1*
110V

Figure 37: Wiring for all systems combined*For a warming thermostat, 1 should be
the red wire and 2
should be the black
wire*For a cooling thermostat. 1 should be
the black wire and 2
should be the red
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OPEL AP

Blower control
Fuse

JumperZone
thermostat(Heat Only)

Thermal switch

Zone valves(8”NC)

Zone dampers

zone 1zone 1zone 2
blackzone 2zone 3Draft
dampermotor

zone 3Draft
damperthermostat
Internal
blower

ThermalswitchInternal
blower speed
control

External
blowercontrolTerminal
switch
18ga
LVT

black
white
black

110V

Figure 38: Wiring for all systems with a zone heat system

yellow

ground (bare)

24V
relay
white

black

white

External
central heat
blower

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OPEL AP

1

1

Removable top louvers

2

Primary air tube

3

Secondary air tube

4

Air wash grid5High heat refractory lining

6

Ceramic glass

7

Convection chamber

8

Adjustable hinge pins

9

Andiron10

Adjustable latch

2

3
7
5

6

8

4

11 Removable bottom louvers
12

Combustion air control knob

13

210 CFM blower, included
rheostat (option)

10
9
13
12
11

OPEL AP cut-away view
FIREPLACE OPTIONS
FDCCO
FDFS
FDGRK2
FDHB5-N
FDHB6
FDHC4

Opel catalytic kit
Firescreen
Gasket replacement kit
BlowerBlower - central heat
Thermostat kit

FDHC6
FDHC6-1
FDHZ1
FDHZ2
FDK
FDK-1
FDL
FDM

Central heat control
Back draft damper
Zone heat control
Zone damper (elect.)
Rock retainer kit
Rock retainer kit w/o opening
Gold louver kit
Brick chimney adaptor

REPLACEMENT PARTSNOT AVAILABLE
PART OF ASSEMBLY

N/A
P/A

DESCRIPTIONNEW CODEOLD CODEPRICE
Ash pan plug
1.5.3.NPT
15,00
Ash pan
1.5.2.P
50,00
Floor shield assembly
1.5.6.P
N/A
Top louver fin (black)10.1.NPRA959
10,00
Top louver fin (gold)
10.11.NPR
30,00
Top louver fin (pewter)
10.21.NPR
30,00
Top louver hardware assembly
99.10.03.P
15,00
Nut 1/4-20 Hex
14.3.52
R1415
P/A
Louver rod
14.9.1
R6416
P/A
Spacer 1/4" X 1 3/8"
14.8.5
R6149
P/A
Retention spring for louvers
14.5.3
R6309
P/A
Bottom louver fin (black)10.2.NP
10,00
Bottom louver fin (gold)
10.12.NP
30,00
Bottom louver fin (pewter)
10.22.NP
30,00
Bottom louver hardware assembly
99.10.04.P
45,00
Louver rod
14.9.1
R6416
P/A
Spacer 1/4" X 1 3/8"
14.8.5
R6149
P/A
Bolt 1/4" x 4 1/2" Hex
14.1.63
R1227
P/A
Nut 1/4-20 Hex
14.3.52
P/A
Nut 1/4-20 Stover
14.3.54
R1416
P/A
Lower louver magnet stop
10.3.NP
4,00
Magnet bracket assembly
1.10.3.NP
10,00
Black door set
FDDB
400,00Gold door set
FDDG
800,00Pewter door set
FDDP
800,00
Radiation fire shield
9.9.P
A990
5,00
Glass retaining brackets
9.11.PA975
4,00
Gasket replacement kit
FDGRK2
25,00
Door gasket (5/8)
14.10.3
R7005
P/A
Door gasket (1/4)
14.10.5
R7009
P/A
Door handle assembly (left)
99.09.02.P
15,00
Door handle (left)
1.9.2.P
A970A
10,00
Door handle grip (wood)
14.6.1
R6012
5,00
Washer
14.2.81
R1321P
P/A
Locknut 2-way
14.3.83
R1324
P/A
Door handle assembly (right)
99.09.01.P
20,00
Door handle (right)
1.9.3.P
A971A
10,00
Door handle spacer
14.17.30
R6426
P/A
Door closer pawl
14.17.31
A1283
5,00
Door handle grip (wood)
14.6.1
R6012
5,00
Washer
14.2.83
R1321P
P/A
Locknut 2-way
14.3.83
R1324
P/A
Hinge pin
14.17.76
10,00
Chrome cap for Opel doors
14.17.43
R6271
3,00Black door set including glass
FDDBO
550,00Gold door set including glass
FDDGO
950,00Pewter door set including glass
FDDPO
950,00includes FDDB, FDDG, FDDP
P/A
Ceramic glass
14.7.2
A974/R6257/9-9.8.P 150,00
Glass gasket
14.10.2
R7002
10,00
Smoke baffle
11.6.P
8.1.P - A1092 50,00
Refractory complete set
99.11.01.P
200,00
Front side left refractory
11.7.P
30,00
Front side right refractory
11.8.P
30,00
Back side left refractory
11.9.P
35,00
Back side right refractory
11.10.P
35,00
Back left refractory
11.11.P
35,00
Back right refractory
11.12.P
35,00
Left bottom refractory
11.14.P
40,00
Right bottom refractory
11.15.P
40,00
Draft control gasket
7.2.DNPA989
4,00
Draft control assembly
1.7.5.DP
A985
130,00Primary air screen
7.9.P
A942-2
25,00
Secondary air tube
7.8.P
A1137
55,00
Draft control lever
4.1.DNP
A953W
10,00
Spring14.5.6
R6307
2,00
Draft control knob
14.6.2
R6000
4,00
Chain and pendant assembly
99.06.01.P
10,00
Chain # 10
14.17.3
R6110
P/A
Detachable pendant
14.17.4
R6121
P/A
Terminal block assembly
99.12.01.P
25,00
Terminal block
1.12.1.DNPR
AA1088W
P/A
Terminal block cover
12.2.DNPR
AA1089P/A

OPEL AP

Page 32REPLACEMENT PARTSNOT AVAILABLE
PART OF ASSEMBLY

N/A
P/A

DESCRIPTIONNEW CODEOLD CODEPRICE
Ash pan plug
1.5.3.NPT
15,00
Ash pan
1.5.2.P
50,00
Floor shield assembly
1.5.6.P
N/A
Top louver fin (black)10.1.NPRA959
10,00
Top louver fin (gold)
10.11.NPR
30,00
Top louver fin (pewter)
10.21.NPR
30,00
Top louver hardware assembly
99.10.03.P
15,00
Nut 1/4-20 Hex
14.3.52
R1415
P/A
Louver rod
14.9.1
R6416
P/A
Spacer 1/4" X 1 3/8"
14.8.5
R6149
P/A
Retention spring for louvers
14.5.3
R6309
P/A
Bottom louver fin (black)10.2.NP
10,00
Bottom louver fin (gold)
10.12.NP
30,00
Bottom louver fin (pewter)
10.22.NP
30,00
Bottom louver hardware assembly 99.10.04.P
45,00
Louver rod
14.9.1
R6416
P/A
Spacer 1/4" X 1 3/8"
14.8.5
R6149
P/A
Bolt 1/4" x 4 1/2" Hex
14.1.63
R1227
P/A
Nut 1/4-20 Hex
14.3.52
P/A
Nut 1/4-20 Stover
14.3.54
R1416
P/A
Lower louver magnet stop
10.3.NP
4,00
Magnet bracket assembly
1.10.3.NP
10,00
Black door set
FDDB
400,00Gold door set
FDDG
800,00Pewter door set
FDDP
800,00
Radiation fire shield
9.9.P
A990
5,00
Glass retaining brackets
9.11.PA975
4,00
Gasket replacement kit
FDGRK2
25,00
Door gasket (5/8)
14.10.3
R7005
P/A
Door gasket (1/4)
14.10.5
R7009
P/A
Door handle assembly (left)
99.09.02.P
15,00
Door handle (left)
1.9.2.P
A970A
10,00
Door handle grip (wood)
14.6.1
R6012
5,00
Washer
14.2.81
R1321P
P/A
Locknut 2-way
14.3.83
R1324
P/A
Door handle assembly (right)
99.09.01.P
20,00
Door handle (right)
1.9.3.P
A971A
10,00
Door handle spacer
14.17.30
R6426
P/A
Door closer pawl
14.17.31
A1283
5,00
Door handle grip (wood)
14.6.1
R6012
5,00
Washer
14.2.83
R1321P
P/A
Locknut 2-way
14.3.83
R1324
P/A
Hinge pin
14.17.76
10,00
Chrome cap for Opel doors
14.17.43
R6271
3,00Black door set including glass
FDDBO
550,00Gold door set including glass
FDDGO
950,00Pewter door set including glass
FDDPO
950,00includes FDDB, FDDG, FDDP
P/A
Ceramic glass
14.7.2
A974/R6257/9-9.8.P 150,00
Glass gasket
14.10.2
R7002
10,00
Smoke baffle
11.6.P
8.1.P - A1092 50,00
Refractory complete set
99.11.01.P
200,00
Front side left refractory
11.7.P
30,00
Front side right refractory
11.8.P
30,00
Back side left refractory
11.9.P
35,00
Back side right refractory
11.10.P
35,00
Back left refractory
11.11.P
35,00
Back right refractory
11.12.P
35,00
Left bottom refractory
11.14.P
40,00
Right bottom refractory
11.15.P
40,00
Draft control gasket
7.2.DNPA989
4,00
Draft control assembly
1.7.5.DP
A985
130,00Primary air screen
7.9.P
A942-2
25,00
Secondary air tube
7.8.P
A1137
55,00
Draft control lever
4.1.DNP
A953W
10,00
Spring14.5.6
R6307
2,00
Draft control knob
14.6.2
R6000
4,00
Chain and pendant assembly
99.06.01.P
10,00
Chain # 10
14.17.3
R6110
P/A
Detachable pendant
14.17.4
R6121
P/A
Terminal block assembly
99.12.01.P
25,00
Terminal block
1.12.1.DNPR
AA1088W
P/A
Terminal block cover
12.2.DNPR
AA1089P/A

OPEL AP

Page 33

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OPEL APWe recommend that our products be installed andserviced by professionals who are certified in
the U.S. by NFI (National
Fireplace Institute)or in Canada by WETT
(Wood Energy TechnicalTraining).

Page 35

OPEL APOPEL AP - Limited Warranty
30 Year Limited Warranty
All RSF Woodburning Fireplaces models are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 30
years, subject to the following conditions:
During the first year RSF Woodburning Fireplaces will repair or replace, at our option, any parts which upon examination by anauthorized RSF Woodburning Fireplaces representative are found to be defective, except the parts listed in the EXCLUSIONS
portion of this warranty. RSF Woodburning Fireplaces will also pay reasonable labor costs for the repair work.
During the second through fifth years RSF Woodburning Fireplaces will repair or replace, at our option, any parts which upon
examination by an authorized RSF Woodburning Fireplaces representative are found to be defective, except the parts listed in
the EXCLUSIONS portion of this warranty. RSF Woodburning Fireplaces shall not be responsible for any labor costs associatedwith this repair work.
During the sixth through thirtieth years RSF Woodburning Fireplaces will provide replacement parts, if available, at 50% of the
published retail price, except for the parts listed in the EXCLUSIONS portion of this warranty. RSF Woodburning Fireplaces shallnot be responsible for any labor costs associated with this repair work.
EXCLUSIONS· Electrical components are warranted for one year only.
· Glass and gold plating.
· Damage due to normal wear and tear, such as paint discoloration, worn gaskets, eroded or cracked refractory components.
· Repairs or replacements necessitated by vandalism, neglect, abuse, over-firing, improper fuel or fuel loads, or failure to adequately
service the unit, as stated in the owner’s manual.
· Repairs or replacements (particularly charges for travel and labor) not authorized by RSF Woodburning Fireplaces in advance.
LIMITATIONS
All items found to be defective will be replaced or repaired upon return of the defective part to an authorized RSF Woodburning
Fireplaces dealer. RSF Woodburning Fireplaces will not be responsible for freight costs related to shipping replacement parts.
Any complete fireplace, or part thereof, that is replaced or serviced under this warranty will be warranted for a period not exceeding the remaining term of the original warranty.
This warranty is not transferable.
This warranty does not apply to damage to the appliance while in transit.
This warranty does not apply if the installation does not conform to the installation requirements in the owner’s manual.
RSF Woodburning Fireplaces is free of liability for any damages caused by the appliance, as well as material and labor charges
incurred in the removal or re-installation of any RSF Woodburning Fireplaces fireplace under this warranty. Incidental or consequential damages are not covered by this warranty.
The remedies set forth herein are exclusive, and the liability of the seller shall not exceed the price of the fireplace or part thereof
upon which the liability is based.
This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness
for use and all other obligations or liabilities on the part of RSF Woodburning Fireplaces.