United States Stove Home Security System 2931 User Manual

Owners Manual  
Model 2931  
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS  
Thismanualwillhelpyoutoobtainefficient,dependableservice  
from the heater, and enable you to order repair parts correctly.  
WONDERWOOD  
THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED WOOD BURNING CIRCULATOR  
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.  
Whenwriting, alwaysgivethefullmodelnumberwhichisonthe  
nameplate attached to the inside of the cabinet door of the  
heater.  
*ASSEMBLY  
*INSTALLATION  
*OPERATION  
*REPAIR PARTS  
When ordering repair parts or options, always  
give the following information as shown in the list:  
1. The PART NUMBER  
2. The PART DESCRIPTION  
SAFETY NOTICE:  
3. The MODEL NUMBER: 2931  
4. The SERIAL NUMBER:________________  
If this heater is not properly installed, a house fire may result.  
For your safety, follow the installation directions.  
Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and  
inspection requirements in your area.  
Before installing your heater, fill in the serial number of your  
heater in the space provided above.  
CAUTION:  
Read all instructions carefully before starting the installation  
or operation of this heater.  
Improper installation may void your warranty.  
DO NOT USE THIS HEATER IN A MOBILE HOME OR TRAILER  
United States Stove Company  
United States Stove Company  
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RULESFORSAFEINSTALLATIONANDOPERATION  
Read these rules and the instructions carefully.  
Notes  
SAFETY NOTICE: If this heater is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For  
your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials  
about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
9. Forfurtherinformationonusingyourheater  
safely, obtain a copy of the National Fire  
Protection Association (NFPA) publica-  
tion"UsingCoalandWoodStovesSafely"  
NFPA No. HS-10-1978. The address of  
the NFPA is Battery March Park, Quincy,  
MA. 02269.  
10. Keep the ash pit section free of excess  
ashes. Do not allow ashes to stack higher  
than the sides of the ash pan.*  
11. DISPOSAL OF ASHES- Ashes should be  
placed in a metal container with a tight  
fitting lid. Keep the closed container on a  
non-combustible floor or on the ground,  
well away from all combustible materials.  
Keep the ashes in the closed container  
until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.  
The ashes may be buried in the ground or  
used as fertilizer.  
12. CAUTION: The special paints used on  
your heater may give off some smoke  
while they are curing during first few fires.  
Build small fires at first. The metal used in  
construction of the heater has a light coat-  
ing of oil. This could give off smoke and/or  
odors when heater is used for the first  
couple of times. This should disappear  
after a short period. Once this burn-off has  
occurred, it should not reoccur.  
Check local codes. The installation must  
comply with their rulings. Do not install this  
heater in a mobile home or trailer.  
Always connect this heater to a chimney or  
vent to the outside. Never vent to another  
room or inside a building.  
Do not connect a WOOD burning heater to  
an aluminum Type B gas vent. This is not  
safe and is prohibited by all codes. This  
heater requires connection to approved  
chimneys:Eitherafactorybuilt6"UL103HT  
or a lined, approved, recently inspected,  
and cleaned masonry chimney with a 6"  
flue, preferably round. A larger masonry  
flue may be used, so long as the flue-  
section diameter is not greater than 50 sq.  
in.  
The chimney portion (whether factory-built  
or masonry) must be tall enough to provide  
sufficient draft and safe exit of smoke and  
combustionproducts. PleaserefertoPage  
5.  
Be sure that your Chimney is safely con-  
structedandingoodrepair. Havethechim-  
ney inspected by the Fire Department or a  
qualified inspector (such as a Chimney  
sweep). Your insurance company may be  
able to recommend a qualified inspector.  
Inspect chimney connector and chimney  
twice monthly during the heating season  
for any deposit of creosote or soot which  
must be removed (see Chimney Mainte-  
nance, page 14).  
4.  
5.  
6.  
13. CARING FOR PAINTED PARTS- This  
heater has a painted outside jacket, which  
is durable but will not stand rough han-  
dlingorabuse.Wheninstallingyourheater,  
use care in handling. Clean with soap and  
warm water when heater is not hot. DO  
NOT use any harsh chemicals (acids or  
caustics) or scouring powder, as these  
wear and dull the finish.  
Provideairforcombustionfromoutsidethe  
house into the room where the heater is  
located. If the intake is not in the same  
room, air must have free access to the  
room.  
7.  
8.  
14. KEEP THE FEED DOOR, ASH DOOR  
AND CABINET DOOR CLOSED AT ALL  
TIMES EXCEPT WHILE TENDING THE  
HEATER. DO NOT OVERFIRE THE  
HEATER. THIS WILL HAPPEN IF THE  
FEED DOOR, OR PARTICULARLY THE  
ASH DOOR, IS LEFT OPEN DURING  
OPERATION. UNDER EXTREME CON-  
DITIONS THIS CAN PRODUCE DAN-  
GEROUS RESULTS. AS A MINIMUM, IT  
WILLALLOWTHEPAINTTODISCOLOR.  
CAST IRON PARTS MUST BE "SEA-  
SONED" TO AVOID CRACKING. BUILD  
ONLY SMALL FIRES ON FIRST USE.  
To prevent injury, do not allow anyone to  
use this heater who is unfamiliar with the  
correct operation of the heater. Do not  
allow children to use or in any way operate  
this heater.  
CAUTION: DO NOT TOUCH THE  
HEATER UNTIL IT HAS COOLED.  
ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES WHEN  
REFUELING THIS UNIT OR WORKING  
WITH METAL CABINET PARTS.  
*Never allow ashes to contact the grate(s).  
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LOCATING THE HEATER  
AS A LOCATION IS SELECTED,  
KEEP THE FOLLOWING IN MIND:  
1. The chimney connection should be as short  
as possible. The heater must have its own  
chimney flue. Do not connect this unit to a  
chimneyflueservinganotherappliance.Ifthere  
is no chimney near where you wish to place the  
heater, you can use a UL 103HT Residential  
TypeandBuildingHeatingApplianceChimney  
(Fig. 5,6,6A,&6B).  
STOP: Before connecting  
the flue pipe, check the  
"SOLID FLUE DAMPER  
INSTALLATION".  
F36 BLOWER KIT  
An Optional Blower kit is available for the 2931 Wonderwood  
automatic wood burning circulator heater. If this kit is not available  
where you have purchased this Wonderwood heater, you can  
purchase the F36 Blower Kit directly from the factory. To order  
contact the United States Stove Company at the address and  
telephone number given on the back page.  
(page 6)  
NOTE: BEFORE FIRING  
HEATER  
1. Remove plastic knob from  
inside of cabinet door and  
install on outside of door.  
(See Page 15)  
2.Slide firebricks toward the  
rear so no gaps remain  
between them.  
2. Place the heater on solid masonry or solid  
concrete. When the heater is used on a com-  
bustible floor protector of one layer of 3/8"  
millboard having a thermal conductivity of  
K=0.84 BTU in./ft. 2 hr. Deg. F with 28-gauge  
sheetmetaloraULListedfloorprotector.Have  
the floor protector extend 16" beyond the door  
sideoftheheaterandundertheconnectorpipe  
in the back.  
CAUTION:  
Keep furnishings and other  
combustible materials away  
from the heater.  
3. Check Figures 2, 3, and 4. Be sure you have  
the clearances shown from the heater and the  
connector pipe to combustible surfaces. If you  
have a SOLID brick or stone wall behind your  
heater, you can place the heater as close as  
youwishtothewall. Ifthewallisonlyfacedwith  
brick or stone, treat it as a combustible wall.  
20"  
17"  
Fig. 2  
Fig. 3  
27"  
12"  
16"  
NON-COMBUSTIBLE  
CONSTRUCTION IN  
ACCORDANCE WITH  
NFPA 211  
54"  
12"  
Fig. 4  
36"  
19 1/4"  
NOTE: DASHED LINES SHOW  
STRAIGHT UP AND THROUGH  
THE WALL INSTALLATION  
32 1/4"  
4 3/4"  
16"  
10"  
FLOOR PROTECTOR  
(TOP VIEW)  
SIDEWALL  
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INSTALLING FLUE COLLAR  
This heater has been shipped with the flue collar unattached for shipping purposes.  
To install the flue collar simply follow the instructions below.  
The following parts are necessary to install the flue collar:  
1 - Flue collar  
SAFETY NOTICE  
1 - Flue collar gasket  
6 - 1/4-20x3/4" bolts  
6 - 1/4-20 Kep nuts  
In the unlikely event that your 2931 "overfires" (a condition evidenced by elbows,  
stovepipes, and connectors glowing red in appearance or otherwise discoloring),  
then your installation is subject to excessive draft created by either a chimney too tall  
or too great in diameter in conjunction with its height, or some other factor of an  
indeterminate cause. In this event, you should install a barometric draft regulator.  
Such installation will preclude any overfiring and/or any hazardous consequences  
of potential overfiring.  
1. Slide the flue collar gasket over the flue collar.  
2. Place flue collar into the heaters firebox and thru the hole  
in the back upper left hand corner.  
3. Align the holes in the flue collar with those in the firebox.  
4. Insert the (6) 1/4-20x3/4" Bolts thru the flue collar and  
attach  
Barometric draft regulators are generally available where you purchased your stove  
or may be ordered directly from United States Stove Company at a nominal charge.  
the (6) 1/4-20 Kep nuts.  
5. Tighten each Kep nut to ensure a good seal between the  
flue collar and the firebox back.  
1996 Consumer Price:  
$22.00 - Includes Shipping and Handling  
NOTE: The below drawing is an illustration to assist in the  
installation of the flue collar. The Feed door and Ash door  
have been left off for viewing purposes only.  
1/4-20 Kep Nut  
Model DR6  
BAROMETRIC DRAFT REGULATOR  
Flue Collar Gasket  
Flue Collar  
1/4-20x3/4" Bolt  
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REPAIR PARTS LIST - MODEL 2931 (SEE PAGE 18)  
AUTOMATIC WOOD BURNING CIRCULATOR  
SOLID FLUE DAMPER INSTALLATION  
This unit comes equipped with a solid flue damper which is intended to be  
installed into the flue collar. The following instructions will help guide you in  
installing the solid flue damper.  
Key No. Description  
Qty.  
2
Part No.  
40076  
67444  
67859  
17200  
40075  
23476  
83818  
89382  
89381  
68452  
88047  
89409  
23782  
40283  
40343  
68693  
40132  
89066  
83114  
67775  
88033  
67743  
86191  
40091  
83045  
83250  
22108  
88033  
67781  
89687  
40100  
23703  
40282  
23785  
23145  
22030  
88032  
23547  
22536  
89419  
89420  
89523  
23441  
21047  
21467  
22090  
23474  
22171  
1
Fire Grate  
1. Before you connect the 6" flue pipe to the flue  
collar, place the solid damper inside of the flue  
collar on an angle to permit the damper to slide  
between to two stops that are welded into the  
flue collar.  
2. Place the damper rod into the hole on one side  
of the flue collar, aligning it with the flue damper.  
Twist the damper rod back and forth as you  
slide the damper rod through the flue collar and  
solid damper.  
3. Once the damper rod is completely through the  
flue collar, lock the damper rod into the solid  
damper by pressing in firmly on the damper rod  
and twisting. At this point the Damper rod should  
be able to open and close the solid damper.  
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3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Ash Pan  
Base  
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
66"  
1
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44"  
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29"  
1
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Draft Damper Hinge Pin  
Draft Damper Frame  
Draft Control Plate  
Clip  
Glass Brass Trim (LH/RH)  
Glass Brass Trim (TOP/BOTTOM)  
Glass Frame  
Glass Gasket  
Glass (20 1/2"x12 1/2")  
Left Half Brick  
Front Coal Grate  
Flue Collar  
Fire Box Weldment  
Firebrick Retainer  
Firebrick  
Door Hinge Pin  
Feed Door Assembly  
Feed Door Rope Gasket  
Thermostat  
Thermostat linkage adjustment  
Door Handle  
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37  
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NOTE: Thisunithasbeentestedwiththecastironstopsinthefluecollartomeet  
EPA requirements.  
DAMPER ROD  
Flat Washer  
Hex Nut (1/4-20)  
Latch  
Ash Door Rope Gasket  
Ash Door  
Thermostat Knob  
Front Liner  
Heat Shield  
Draft Damper  
SOLID DAMPER  
Rear Half Brick  
Left Top Brick Retainer  
Second Heat Shield  
Flue Collar Gasket  
Air Wash Deflector  
Grate Support  
Corner Key (Brass Trim)  
Blank Key (Brass Trim)  
Wood Handle  
Door Hinge Pin  
Door Latch  
Latch Spacer  
Smoke Curtain  
Heat Shield  
Smoke Curtain Bracket  
NOT SHOWN  
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CABINET BACK  
FLUE COLLAR  
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of which is apparent: The chimney  
providesameansforexhaustingsmoke  
andfluegasesresultingfromcombustion  
of the fuel. Secondarily, though, the  
chimney provides "Draft" which allows  
oxygen to be continuously introduced  
into the appliance, so that proper  
combustion is possible. As of April 1,  
1987, all heaters and furnaces  
manufactured by United States Stove  
Company should be installed using a  
factory built chimney that meets the  
"TypeHT"requirementofUL103(when  
a factory - built chimney is used).  
CHIMNEY CONNECTION  
Two basic types of chimneys are ap-  
proved for use with solid fuel: Factory-  
builtandmasonry.Factory-builtchimney  
must comply with UL103HT standard.  
Do not expect your stove or furnace to  
create draft. Draft is not a function of the  
appliance. Draft is purely a function of  
the chimney. Modern stoves and  
furnaces are much more air-tight and  
efficient than those of the past and,  
therefore require greater draft. A  
minimum of .05, measured in water  
column (gauges to measure chimney  
draftarereadilyavailableatstoveshops  
andareeconomicaltopurchaseorrent)  
is required for proper drafting to prevent  
back-puffing, smoke spillage, and to  
maximize performance.  
IMPORTANT  
*Size the chimney to the flue outlet on  
the stove. (6" outlet = 6" I.D. chimney)  
*Avoid using elbows except as  
necessary (they reduce draft).  
*Make sure all horizontal runs of con-  
nector pipe go up hill (1/4" elevation for  
each horizontal foot).  
Chimneys perform two functions - one  
CHIMNEY CAP MANDATORY  
CHIMNEY CAP MANDATORY  
2 FT MIN.  
2 FT MIN.  
3 FT.  
MIN.  
11 FT. MIN.  
10 FT.  
3 FT.  
MIN.  
11 FT. MIN.  
10 FT.  
REFER TO CHIMNEY  
MANUFACTURERS PARTS  
AND INSTRUCTIONS  
REFER TO CHIMNEY  
MANUFACTURERS PARTS  
AND INSTRUCTIONS  
PIPE  
PIPE  
BAROMETRIC  
DRAFT CONTROL  
(OPTIONAL)  
BAROMETRIC  
DRAFT CONTROL  
(OPTIONAL)  
FLOOR PROTECTOR  
FLOOR PROTECTOR  
FIG. 6  
FIG. 5  
Cathedral Ceiling - Chimney  
Cap Mandatory  
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FIG. 6A - Thru-The-Wall Installation  
REPAIR PARTS  
AUTOMATIC WOOD BURNING CIRCULATOR HEATER  
NON-COMBUSTIBLE  
WALL  
MODEL NUMBER 2931  
(SEE PAGE 16)  
THIMBLE  
COLLAR  
PIPE  
REPAIR PARTS LIST  
BAROMETRIC  
DRAFT CONTROL  
(OPTIONAL)  
KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
2
1
2
89411  
89410  
23230  
89413  
89414  
89412  
23377  
22118  
68439  
66440  
68573  
68236  
89065  
21063  
89062  
83033  
83005  
83093  
83244  
Mesh Brass Trim (LH/RH)  
Mesh Brass Trim (TOP, BOTTOM)  
Cabinet Front Mesh  
Cabinet Front Brass Trim (left)  
Cabinet Top Brass Trim  
Cabinet Front Brass Trim (Right)  
Cabinet Front  
CLASS A UL 103HT  
FLOOR PROTECTOR  
2
CHIMNEY KIT INCLUDING  
WALL THIMBLE.  
3
1
4
1
5
1
6
1
FIG. 6B - Typical Masonry Chimney Installation  
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APPROVED COWL  
8
Cabinet Top  
1
2 FT MIN.  
9
Cabinet Left Side  
1
10 FT.  
MINIMUM  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
Cabinet Back  
1
3 FT.  
MIN.  
Cabinet Right Side  
Cabinet Door  
1
1
Door Hinge  
1
APPROVED  
THIMBLE  
Back Brace  
2
6" MIN.  
Door Knob  
1
60" MIN.  
Machine Screw (8-32x1/4)  
Machine Screw (10-24x1/2)  
Spring Latch  
1
1
1
Nut (Kep, 10-24 Plain)  
1
6"  
MIN.  
FLOOR PROTECTOR  
8
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VENTING INTO A FIREPLACE  
(Not recommended)  
Many people may wish to convert an  
Many prefabricated fireplaces fall into  
the"zero-clearancefireplace"category.  
This is a factory metal fireplace with  
multi-layeredconstruction.Itisdesigned  
to provide enough insulation and/or air  
coolingsothatthebase, backandsides  
can be safely placed in close contact  
with combustible floors and walls. Al-  
though many prefabricated fireplaces  
have been tested by nationally recog-  
nized organizations for use as fire-  
places, they have not been tested to  
acceptheaters.Infact,theiruseassuch  
may void the manufacturer's warranty.  
existingfireplacetoheateruse.Usually,  
safe connection of stovepipe to a ma-  
sonrychimneyrequiresmoreeffortthan  
connection to a prefabricated chimney.  
Thefireplacemustbeclosedandsealed  
atthedamperintheflue. Goodsealants  
are high temperature caulking, ceramic  
wool, and furnace cement. Always re-  
member to inspect the masonry chim-  
ney and fireplace. If necessary, clean  
the flue and smoke shelf before begin-  
ning your installation. Install the heater  
into the chimney so that the system can  
be dismantled for cleaning and inspec-  
tion.  
Steel-lined fireplaces, on the other  
hand, can be used with heaters. These  
units use a 1/4-inch fire box liner and an  
air chamber in connection with 8 inches  
of masonry to meet code. They contain  
all the essential parts of a fireplace,  
firebox, damper, throat, smoke shelf,  
andsmokechamber.Manyofthemlook  
exactly like a masonry fireplace and  
must be checked closely for above re-  
quirements before installing a wood  
heater into them.  
Before deciding to convert your fire-  
place or existing chimney, keep in mind  
that older fireplaces and their chimneys  
are unsafe. They must be structurally  
sound,andthefluelinermustbeingood  
condition. Do not use a chimney if it is  
unlined (should have a tile clay liner  
to protect brickwork), have it relined  
professionally.Clearancestocombus-  
tibles are explained in the previous sec-  
tion on masonry chimneys. If you have  
any questions regarding the condition  
of the chimney, consult a qualified engi-  
neer, competentmason, certifiedChim-  
ney Sweep, or knowledgeable inspec-  
tor.  
Another method frequently used by  
some people is to vent the heater di-  
rectly into the fireplace. This does not  
meet code since the heater is being  
vented into another appliance - the  
fireplace. This method should not be  
attempted because combustion prod-  
ucts will deposit and build up in the  
firebox or fireplace. Be certain not to  
install a hazard in you house. You will  
void your warranty with this installa-  
tion.  
CAUTION:  
NOT ALL FIREPLACES  
ARE SUITABLE FOR  
INSTALLATION OF A WOOD  
HEATER.  
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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION  
Connectionofthestovepipedirectlyinto  
the existing masonry chimney over the  
fireplace opening is the only approved  
method. This installation performs bet-  
ter, yielding easy to clean and inspect  
for creosote. Before beginning this type  
of installation plan carefully; a high de-  
gree of skill is required to insure safety.  
Install the stovepipe as far as possible  
into the thimble, but not past the inside  
of the flue lining. There should be a  
small air space (approximately 1/2 in.)  
between the stovepipe and thimble,  
allowing for expansion of the stove-  
pipe. Seal this airspace with high-tem-  
perature caulking or ceramic wool. Fi-  
nally, be sure to wire the damper closed  
and apply the same sealant you used at  
the stovepipe and thimble junction.  
CABINET DOOR KNOB ASSEMBLY  
The door knob is mounted inside of the cabinet door to facilitate  
shipping and must be reversed for proper usage.  
To get cabinet door open, place hand under cabinet frame (right  
hand side of cabinet door) and push door out.  
INSTALL THE CABINET DOOR KNOB USING THE STEPS  
BELOW:  
An entry port for the stovepipe must be  
cut through the chimney with minimum  
damage to the fire clay liner. Some  
involvedmeasurementsmayberequired  
to locate the flue liner exactly. Before  
cutting, take time to mark the size and  
position of the entry port. Position the  
entry port so that at least 8 inches of the  
flue liner remains below the port.  
1. Remove the machine screw and door knob (Fig. 9).  
Do not vent up through the fireplace  
opening, regardless of whether the fire-  
place opening is closed.  
2. Place door knob on outside of cabinet door. Then place  
machine screw through hole and into door knob and tighten (Fig.  
10).  
MASONRY CHIMNEYS have several  
positive attributes: If properly built, they  
are quite durable, and most  
homeowners consider them more at-  
tractive perhaps than a non-enclosed  
factory built chimney.  
And, if the chimney is located within the  
confines of the house (that is, not at-  
tached to an exterior wall), its mass  
alone will store heat longer and con-  
tinue to release the heat long after the  
fire has died. Masonry chimneys have  
many disadvantages though.  
MACHINE  
SCREW  
Keep in mind that wood mantels and  
combustible trim around the fireplace  
must have adequate clearances from  
the heater and stovepipe or must be  
protected in an approved manner. Also,  
be sure to leave at least 24" clearance  
between the top of the stovepipe and  
the combustible ceiling or other com-  
bustibles.Placingthecenteroftheentry  
port 2 feet below the ceiling will insure  
proper clearance for 6 inch, 8 inch, and  
10 inch stovepipes. Next, install a fire  
clay (at least 5/8 in. thick) or metal  
thimble, being sure that the thimble is  
flush with the inner flue lining. Secure  
the thimble in place with refractory mor-  
tar. The thimble should be surrounded  
on all sides with 8 inches of brickwork  
(solid masonry units) or 24 inches of  
stone.  
CABINET DOOR  
KNOB  
Masonry chimneys constructed on an  
exterior wall are exposed to cold out-  
door temperatures, promoting greater  
heater loss, higher accumulations of  
creosote,andreduceddraftwhichleads  
to poorer heater or furnace perfor-  
mance.  
FIG. 9  
FIG. 10  
15  
10  
 
When considering a masonry chimney, solid fuel appliance must not be joined to  
round tiles are preferable to square or a chimney flue which is connected to  
rectangular, as round tiles have much another appliance burning other fuels.  
better airflow characteristics and are far  
SERVICE HINTS  
Do not expect a heater to draw. It is the  
4. If the chimney is too cool, water will  
condense in the chimney and run back  
into the stove. Creosote formation will  
be rapid and may block the chimney.  
Operatetheheateratahighenoughfire  
to keep the chimney warm preventing  
this condensation. (Poorly insulated  
chimney)  
chimney that creates the draft. Smoke  
spillage into the house or excessive  
build-up of water or creosote in the  
chimney are warnings that the chimney  
is not functioning properly. Possible  
causes are:  
easiertoclean.Unfortunately,mostNorth  
American chimneys use square or  
rectangular tile liners that are really  
designed for open fireplaces, not stoves  
or furnaces. Of most importance, second  
only to overall chimney height, is the  
diameter of the flue liner itself. In most  
instances, it should be sized to the  
appliance; i.e., 6" flue outlet on the  
appliance requires a 6" flue. The inner  
diameter should never be less than the  
flue outlet diameter and should never be  
greater than 50% of the appliance flue  
outlet. For example, do not expect a  
woodburningstoveorfurnacetofunction  
properly if installed into a chimney with a  
flue liner greater than 50% the appliance  
outlet -- such as a 6" flue outlet requires  
a 6" diameter for optimum drafting, but  
can function well with an 8", but becomes  
borderline beyond 8" diameter.  
If your chimney has a typically oversized  
flue liner of 8x12 inches or greater, or if  
it is unlined, it will be necessary for you  
to reline the chimney, using many of the  
modernapprovedandeconomicalmeth-  
ods such as stainless steel, castable  
refractory, or properly sized fireclay lin-  
ings.  
1. The connection pipe may be pushed  
into the chimney too far, stopping the  
draft (Fig. 8).  
5. The chimney top may be lower than  
another part of the house or a nearby  
tree. The wind blowing over a house or  
a tree falls on top of the chimney like  
water over a dam, beating down the  
smoke. The top of the chimney should  
be at least 3 feet higher than any point  
of the roof within 10 feet (Fig. 6).  
Ifyouhaveanyquestionregardingventing  
your appliance, feel free to contact the  
factoryattheaddressandphonenumber  
on this Owner's Manual. You may also  
contact NFPA (National Fire Protection  
Association)andrequestNFPAStandard  
211 (1984 Edition). Their address is  
Battery March Park, Quincy,  
Massachusetts 02269. Another helpful  
publication is NFPA Standard 908,  
available at the same address. Specify  
1984 Edition on either of the above  
publications.  
2. Two heaters connected into the  
same chimney flue.  
3. Same flue being used to ventilate the  
cellar or basement. If there isa cleanout  
opening at the base of the chimney, it  
must be closed tightly and sealed.  
6. Other chimney/flue inadequacies  
covered else where in this manual.  
NOTE:  
A draft reading of .05 to .06 w.c. is suggested for proper burning of this  
unit.  
Masonrychimneysbuiltofconcreteblocks  
without flue liners of at least 5/8" fireclay  
do not meet modern building codes. A  
CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE  
CREOSOTE-FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL  
When wood is burned slowly, it pro-  
duces tar and other organic vapors,  
which combine with expelled moisture  
to form creosote. The creosote vapors  
condense in the relatively cool chimney  
flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result,  
creosote residue accumulates on the  
flue lining. When ignited, this creosote  
makes an extremely hot fire.  
If creosote has accumulated, it should  
be removed.  
5/8" FIRECLAY  
FLUE LINER  
STOVEPIPE CONNECTOR  
SEALED AT THIMBLE  
Failure to remove creosote or soot may  
cause a house fire. Creosote may be  
removed by using a chimney brush or  
othercommonlyavailablematerials. Or,  
betteryet,byacertifiedchimneysweep.  
TYPE "A"  
FIREPLACE  
CONVERSION  
HORIZONTAL 6" STOVEPIPE  
(24 GAUGE) WITH 1/4"  
RISE PER FOOT  
6" STOVEPIPE ELBOW  
CLEARANCE REDUCER  
(FOR MANTEL)  
Fig. 7  
6" STOVEPIPE - HAVING  
THREE SHEET METAL SCREWS  
PER JOINT OF STOVEPIPE  
Chimney fires burn very hot. If the chim-  
neyconnectorshouldglowred,immedi-  
ately call the fire department, then re-  
duce the fire by closing the inlet air  
control and closing the damper in the  
pipe.  
The chimney connector and chimney  
should be inspected at least twice  
monthly during the heating season to  
determine if a creosote build-up has  
occurred.  
CAUTION  
U.L. LISTED  
DAMPER THROAT  
CLOSED AND SEALED  
A chimney fire may cause ignition of wall studs or rafters which you  
thought were safe distance from the chimney. If you have a chimney fire,  
have your chimney inspected by a qualified person before using again.  
FLOOR PROTECTOR  
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RULES FOR CONNECTOR PIPE INSTALLATION  
OPERATING INSTRUC-  
TIONS  
1. The crimped end of the stovepipe fits  
5. Seal each connector pipe joint with  
furnace cement. Also seal the pipe at  
inside the heater flue collar. Install ad-  
FUEL  
CAUTION: BUILD A FIRE ON THE  
INTEGRAL GRATE THAT IS PRO-  
VIDED WITH THE HEATER.  
ditional pipe and elbow with the  
the chimney.  
Hardwood, 18" to 23" should be split  
and airdried(seasoned) for 6 months to  
obtain maximum burning efficiency.  
CRIMPED END TOWARD THE  
HEATER. This will allow any  
6. Use 3 Sheet Metal screws at each  
condensation in the flue to run back into  
joint to make the piping rigid.  
theheater. Smokewillnotescapewhen  
Wood should be stored in a dry, well  
ventilated area. A Wooden box or crate  
is ideal for storage.  
CAUTION: STORING OF WOOD  
WITHIN MINIMUM CLEARANCES OF  
HEATER MAY CAUSE HOUSE FIRE.  
installed in this manner.  
7. It is recommended that no more than  
two 90 degree bends be used in the  
2. Slope any horizontal pipe upward  
stovepipe installation as more than two  
NOTE:USESOLIDWOODMATERIAL  
ONLY. DO NOT USE COAL.  
toward the chimney at least 1/4 inch for  
each foot of horizontal run.  
may decrease the amount of draw. If  
possible, use only corrugated (non-ad-  
CAUTION: DO NOT OVERFIRE THE  
HEATER,ASSTATEDEARLIER,THIS  
CAN PRODUCE A DANGEROUS  
CONDITION AND EVEN CAUSE A  
HOUSE FIRE. IF ANY PORTION OF  
THE HEATER OR ANY CHIMNEY  
CONNECTOR GLOWS RED OR DIS-  
COLORS, THE HEATER IS BEING  
OVERFIRED.  
justable) elbows. They are much more  
DO NOT USE MANUFACTURED OR  
CHARCOAL LOGS!  
3. You must have at least 18 inches of  
airtight.  
clearance between any horizontal pip-  
ing and the ceiling.  
8. The chimney connector must not  
pass through an attic or roof space,  
closet, oranyconcealed space, orfloor,  
ceiling,wallorcombustiveconstruction.  
LIGHTING  
1. Set the thermostat on "High" for  
maximum draft.  
4. The pipe cannot extend into the  
chimney flue. (Fig. 8)  
2. Open the feed door and place paper  
and kindling on the grate for starting the  
fire.  
3. Light fire and close feed door.  
4. Add fuel after fire is burning briskly.  
Usecarenottosmotherthekindlingfire.  
5. Set thermostat higher or lower for  
desired temperature.  
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THIS  
HEATER WITH FEED OR ASH DOOR  
OPEN. THIS HEATER IS DESIGNED  
FOR THERMOSTATIC OPERATION.  
OPERATION WITH EITHER DOOR  
OPEN WILL OVERHEAT AND DAM-  
AGE THE HEATER.  
ADDING FUEL  
CAUTION:NEVER STORE FLAM-  
MABLE LIQUIDS, ESPECIALLY  
GASOLINE, IN THE VICINITY OF THE  
HEATER.  
When possible, add small amounts of  
fuel each hour or so instead of adding  
large quantities of fresh fuel every 4 to  
5 hours. This will give more complete  
combustion and less build-up of tars or  
soot in the chimney.  
RIGHT  
WRONG  
WRONG  
CAUTION: NEVER USE GASOLINE,  
GASOLINE-TYPE LANTERN FUEL,  
KEROSENE, CHARCOAL LIGHTER  
FLUID, OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO  
START OR "FRESHEN UP" A FIRE IN  
THE HEATER.  
Fig. 8  
1. SetThermostattoHIGHbeforeopen-  
ing feed door.  
2. Empty ash pan regularly. Do not  
allow ashes to build up to grate as grate  
will warp and burnout will occur, and  
you might spill the ashes when remov-  
ing the pan. Dispose of hot ashes prop-  
erly (see Note 11 on Page 3).  
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