Hearth Protection for new Jotul F602

[Nuthatch]

Hi folks, I'm looking through the Jotul documentation for my new F602 v2 and want to make sure I'm reading the hearth protection right.

It says under 'hearth protection': "Either of the following forms constitutes approved hearth protection: any UL, ULC or Warnock-Hersey listed hearth board. • any noncombustible material with installation of the included Bottom Heat Shield. The floor protection must have a minimum R value of 0.45."

My question from reading that: The bottom heat shield is installed, so do I have to install a hearth pad that has a minimum R value of 0.45? Or will any non-combustible material suffice? I'm considering putting copper sheet metal under the stove.

Thanks

 

[begreen]

It's poorly written but the implication is that the hearth needs an R=.45 rating or higher.

 

[Highbeam]

It’s too bad some manufacturers haven’t gotten with the program to require just ember protection. This R requirement is a sign of poor engineering and/or poor design priorities.

 

[Nuthatch]

Thanks, folks. Yes, for sure no one wants the floor to be at risk, but would be great not to have to wrestle with another set of clearances.