Rust spots in a new Opel fireplace

[twerner]

Hi all,

I just noticed last night that there are rust spots in the top of my brand new Opel 3 fireplace that can be seen through the top louver. See attached photo.

The fireplace is just a month old and I've only had about 10 fires. It's not currently leaking so I know it came this way. I've reached out to RSF but haven't heard back.

Has anyone seen something like this before and if so what do you recommend?

Thanks,
Tom

 

[begreen]

I'd clean the area up, maybe touch up the area with a bit of stove paint and watch it. In particular I don't like that tannish dust on the pipe. If it returns or the rust comes back and indicates a leak, alert the dealer.

 

[IPLUMB]

Looks like a puddle of water was on it from a chimney leak.

 

[twerner]

I'm certain this is not a leak in my chimney but that it came this way. It's a brand new fireplace and chimney. The more I think about it, I believe I saw these marks right after they installed it.