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Jøtul F 500 User Manual

Jøtul F 500
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Jøtul F 500
Non-catalytic Wood Stove
Classic and Clean Face Models
Installation and Operating Instructions
for the United States and Canada
Jøtul F 500
The Jøtul F 500 non-catalytic stove is
listed to burn solid wood only. Do not
burn any other fuels.
Read this entire manual before you
install and use this appliance.
Save these instructions for future
reference and make them available
to anyone using or servicing the
fireplace insert.
This wood heater requires periodic
inspection and repair for proper
operation. See this manual for
specific maintenance information.
It is against federal regulations to
operate this wood heater in a manner
inconsistent with the operating
instructions in this owner’s manual.
Classic
Clean Face

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Jøtul F 500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJøtul
ModelF 500
CategoryWood stove
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Notices

General Safety Precautions

Key safety warnings and prohibitions for operating the wood stove.

Installation

Assembly Before Installation

Steps for assembling the stove components prior to installation.

Chimney Connector

Guidelines for selecting and installing the chimney connector pipe.

Chimney Requirements

Chimney Requirements Overview

Details on required chimney types, size, and height for proper draft.

Masonry Chimneys

Specific requirements for installing the stove with masonry chimneys.

Prefabricated Chimneys

Guidelines for using tested and listed prefabricated metal chimneys.

Chimney Height

Minimum and recommended chimney heights for adequate draft.

Wall Pass-throughs

Methods for safely passing chimney connectors through combustible walls.

Connecting to the Chimney

Masonry Chimney Thimbles

Proper connection methods for thimbles in masonry chimneys.

Hearthmount into Masonry Fireplace

Instructions for installing the stove into an existing masonry fireplace.

Connecting to Prefabricated Chimneys

Procedures for connecting the stove to prefabricated metal chimneys.

Clearances to Combustibles

Floor Protection

Specifications for non-combustible floor protection under the stove.

Clearances to Walls and Ceilings

Minimum safe distances from combustible surfaces to the stove.

Alcove Installation

Specific requirements for installing the stove in an alcove.

Mobile Home Installation

Approved procedures for installing the stove in mobile homes.

Operation

Combustion Efficiency

Factors affecting stove efficiency and optimal performance.

Minimize Carbon Monoxide Emissions

How to reduce CO emissions and the importance of CO monitors.

Wood Fuel and Performance

Recommended wood types, moisture content, and fuels to avoid.

Air Flow and Control

Understanding and adjusting primary and secondary air controls for optimal burn.

Break-In Procedure

Steps to gradually heat the stove to prevent damage from thermal expansion.

Starting and Maintaining a Fire

Methods for building and managing fires for efficient burning.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Creosote Formation and Removal

Information on creosote buildup, risks, and removal methods.

Adding Fuel

Proper procedure for reloading the stove with fuel.

Annual Stove Inspection

Recommended annual inspection steps for stove condition.

Ash Removal

How to safely remove ashes from the stove using the ash pan.

Chimney System Maintenance

Routine inspection and cleaning of the chimney and connector.

Enamel Care

Proper methods for cleaning and maintaining the stove's enamel finish.

Glass Care

How to clean the stove's glass panel to prevent etching.

Glass Replacement

Step-by-step guide for replacing the stove's glass panel.

Gaskets

How to check and replace door and glass panel gaskets for a proper seal.

Accessories

Firescreen

Information on using the firescreen for open fireplace operation.

Stove Gloves

Description of heavy-duty, flame-retardant stove gloves.

Universal Gasket Kit

Kit containing all necessary gasket material for the stove.

Outside Air Kit

Kit for connecting an outside air source for combustion.

Floor Bracket Kit

Kit required for securing the stove in mobile home installations.

Rear Heatshield

Heatshield designed to reduce rear clearance to combustible materials.

Bottom Heatshield

Heatshield required for alcove installations and included with stove.

Stove-top Thermometer

Recommended tool for monitoring stove surface temperature.

Side Door Lock Kit

Kit to lock the side load door for alcove/corner installations.

Leg Leveler Kit

Kit for leveling the stove using its legs.

Replacement Door Knob Kit

Kit for replacing stove door knobs.

Woodstove Clearances

Unprotected Surface Parallel to Wall Clearances

Minimum clearances for parallel installations with unprotected surfaces.

Protected Surface Parallel to Wall Clearances

Minimum clearances for parallel installations with protected surfaces.

Unprotected Surface Corner Installation Clearances

Minimum clearances for corner installations with unprotected surfaces.

Protected Surface Corner Installation Clearances

Minimum clearances for corner installations with protected surfaces.

Connector Clearances (Vertical)

Minimum clearances for vertical chimney connector installations.

Connector Clearances (Horizontal)

Minimum clearances for horizontal chimney connector installations.

Mantel and Trim Clearances

Safe distances for combustible trim and mantels near the stove.

Appendix A: Alternate Floor Protection

Definitions

Definitions of thermal conductance, conductivity, and resistance terms.

Example Calculation

An example demonstrating how to calculate R-value for floor protection.

Product Warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty (Parts Only)

Warranty coverage for baffle and air manifold components.

Limited Five Year Warranty (Cast Iron & Steel)

Warranty for cast iron and steel components of the stove.

Limited Two Year Warranty (Enamel Finish)

Warranty for the enamel finish against peeling or fading.

Limited One Year Warranty (Electrical Components)

Warranty for electrical components like blowers.

Exclusions and Limitations

Conditions and scenarios not covered by the product warranty.

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