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Safety Notices
• BURN SOLID WOOD FUEL ONLY
•DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO START
THE FIRE. DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR
FLAMMABLE FLUIDS.
•IF THIS ROOM HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY
INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT
IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR
LOSS OF LIFE.
• CONTACT THE LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE
OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND
INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS
IN YOUR AREA. WHEN NOT ADDRESSED IN
THIS MANUAL, OR BY LOCAL CODE AUTHORI-
TIES, INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS AND
REQUIREMENTS DEFER TO NFPA 211.
•DO NOT CONNECT THIS FIREPLACE TO ANY
AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM .
•EXTREMELY HOT WHILE IN OPERATION! KEEP
CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY.
CONTACT WILL CAUSE SKIN BURNS.
• NEVER OPERATE THE FIREPLACE WITH A
CRACKED OR BROKEN GLASS PANEL.
• Install smoke detectors in the living areas
and bedrooms of your home. Test them
regularly and install new batteries twice
annually. When installed in the same room
as the stove, a smoke detector should be
located as far from the stove as possible to
prevent it from sounding when adding fuel
to the fire.
• Avoid creating a low pressure condition in the
room where the stove is operating. Be aware
that operation of an exhaust fan or clothes
dryer can create a low pressure area and
consequently promote flow reversal through
the stove and chimney system. The chimney
and building, however, always work together
as a system - provision of outside air, directly
or indirectly to an atmospherically vented
appliance will not guarantee proper chimney
performance. Consult your local Jøtul autho-
rized dealer regarding specific installation/
performance issues.
Installation
Preparation
We strongly urge you to have your authorized Jøtul
dealer install your new Jøtul C450 Kennebec
Fireplace Insert. If you install the unit yourself, ask
your dealer to review your installation plans.
• Check with local building officials to determine
what permits may be required before installa-
tion.
• Notify your insurance company before installing
this fireplace.
Approved Installations
The Jøtul C450 Kennebec Fireplace Insert may be
installed into an existing masonry fireplace with a
fully-lined masonry chimney.
Unpacking the Fireplace
All components of the Jøtul C450 Kennebec Fire-
place Insert are contained within the carton on a
single pallet. Carefully unpack the contents and
inspect each item for damage. Notify your dealer of
any damage such as dents, cracked glass, or broken
bricks.
Contents:
• Steel Firebox - including Firebricks, 18 installed
• Surround Panels - Matte Black / Blue Black
Left Breastplate Right Breastplate
Left Leg Panel Right Leg Panel
Trim Rod
• Ashlip Assembly / Base Extension
• Hardware Bag
• Fireplace Conversion Notice Plate
• M6 x 12 Hex Head Flange Bolts, 4
• M6 x 10 Hex Head Flange Bolts, 2
• M6 Fender Washers, 4
• Stove Tool
Tools & Materials Required:
• work gloves
• safety glasses
• tape measure
• phillips screwdriver
• tin snips
• power drill
• High Temperature Sealant
• 1” (25 mm) masonry anchors or nails, two
• #10 x 1/2” sheet metal screws, three
• 10 mm open end wrench or socket
