Product Description
RSF OEM Catalytic Combustor All RSF Opel Wood Fireplace Models
FO-CATP and FR-12.17.61 This Part Replaces FR-14.17.61, FDCCO and R6903
12.3" long x 3.9" wide x 2" thick
Over time ash can become attached to the catalyst. If ash is visible on the face of the catalyst, it should be removed when the catalyst is cold. Brush the catalyst with a soft bristle brush (e.g. paint brush) to clear the ash. Also pass a vacuum near the face of the catalyst to remove the remaining ash but try to avoid contacting the catalyst directly. Never touch the catalyst with any scrapers or hard bristle brushes and limit cleaning to the visible face of the catalyst. Attempting to clean the individual openings in the catalyst can do more harm than good. If you notice that your fireplace is not creating as much heat as it once did, the catalyst may require replacement. When having a hot fire with the bypass closed, watch the catalyst closely. If it is not burning red, then it is not firing. If the catalyst does not fire for several days, even during a hot fire, a replacement is required. The life expectancy of a catalyst is approximately 5-10 years.
Applicable Models:
- RSF Opel 2 Catalytic Pre 2016
- RSF Opel 3 Catalytic Pre 2016
- RSF Opel AP Catalytic Pre 2016
- RSF Opel 2000 Catalytic Pre 2016
- RSF Opel Catalytic Pre 2016
- RSF Opel 2C Catalytic 2016 - 2019
- RSF Opel 3C Catalytic 2016 - 2019
- RSF Opel 2 Plus 2020 -
- RSF Opel 3 Plus 2020 -
- RSF Opel Keystone 2020 -
REPLACING THE CATALYST
To remove the old catalyst, start by removing the two bolts behind the notches in the heat shield at the top of the firebox with a 7/16” ratchet. Then remove the two bolts on either side of the catalyst. Remove the catalyst and the catalyst support plate. The gasket material that seals around the exterior of the catalyst will likely break and require replacement with the new gasket that is included with the FO-CATP. Wrap the new catalyst on all sides with the catalyst gasket. Enough gasket is supplied to wrap the catalyst with two layers of the gasket material. Carefully insert the catalyst and catalyst support plate into the opening and reinsert all four screws that hold it in place. The catalyst gasket expands as it is heated; so, it is normal for the gasket to have some small gaps after being inserted. As the gasket expands, the spaces will be filled.
