United States Stove DR6 User's Manual
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1. a4 NeR T RISE HGR RIZONTAL CHIMNEY CONNECTOR FIGURE 2 MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES 2 CAC FIGURE 3 MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES FACTORY BUILT RESIDENTIAL TYPE AND BUILDING HEATING APPLIANCE CHIMNEY MINIMUM 6 INCH DIAMETER FLUE PROVIDE 1 4 INCH PER FOOT RISE IN HORIZONTAL CHIMNE Y CONNECTOR 5 8 CAN ES STEEL IER FIGURE 4 MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES I MIN AIRSPACE EXTEND CONNECTOR COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL INTO LINER MANTEL HEAT SHIELD j ead MINIMUM 24 GAUGE E DAMPER PLATE IS SHEET METAL MIN 1 REMOVED OR FASTENED i IN OPEN POSITION DAMPER ADAPTOR L AND N MASONRY FLOOR SEALED FIREPLACE 2 LANI CHAMBER COVER PLATE 2 CHIMNEY C NONCOMBUSTIBLE Z Z CONNECTOR SIDE SECTION VIEW COMBUSTIBLE WALL SIDE OF NOTE FOR CLARITY THE FLOOR PROTECTOR AND THE MANTEL HEAT SHIELD ARE NOT SHOWN BY THIS PLAN SECTION VIEW PLAN VIEW CAC FIGURE 5 FLOOR PROTECTION HORIZONTAL CHIMNEY CONNECTOR VERTICAL CHIMNEY CONNECTOR pee e oum TOP OF HEATER 27 174 27 174 PLAN VIEW OF INSTALLATION WiTH HORIZONTAL PLAN VIEW OF INSTALLATION WITH VERTICAL CHIMNEY CONNECTOR SHOWING OUTLINE OF CHIMNEY CONNECTOR SHOWING OUTLINE OF MINIMUM SIZE FOR NON COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR MINIMUM SIZE FOR NON COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR COVERING OR A LISTED FLOOR PROTECTOR COVERING OR A LISTED FLOOR PROTECTOR FLOOR PROTECTION This heater has been designed to prevent e2. See figure 6 Always use the least number of chimney connector pipe sections possible Minimum clearance to combustible walls and ceilings as noted by figures 1 through 4 MUST always be maintained if a clearance reduction system is not installed 5 After it is determined that the assembled chimney connector will properly connect the heater to the chimney disassemble all sections of the chimney connector in preparation for the final assembly procedures 6 Place the crimped end of the first chimney connector pipe or elbow into the heater s flue collar and mark it through each of the holes in the heater s flue collar 7 Remove the pipe or elbow from the flue collar and drill 1 8 inch diameter holes at the points marked by step 6 8 Apply furnace cement to the inside surface of the heater s flue collar reinstall the first pipe or elbow and fasten in place with No 8 sheet metal screws Apply additional furnace cement to the outside of the chimney connector flue collar joint if an airtight seal was not achieved when the pipe or elbow was installed 9 Assemble the remaining chimney connector pipes by applying furnace cement to the joints drilling 1 8 inch diameter holes for and attaching each joint with three No 8 sheet metal screws Wipe all excess furnace cement from the pipe joints with rag or paper towel Allow the applied cement to dry before building the first fire in the heater 10 Depending on your particular type of installation connect th
3. The ventilated thimble must be separated from combustible materials by a minimum of 6 glass fiber insulation The opening in the combustible wall shall be covered and the thimble supported with sheet steel supports which are at least 24 gauge 0 024 in thickness The sheet steel supports shall be securely fastened to wall surfaces on all sides and shall be sized to fit and hold the chimney section Fasteners used to secure chimney sections shall not penetrate chimney flue liner See Part C of Figure 7 4 Use an 8 inside diameter solid insulated listed factory built chimney length which has 1 or more of solid insulation The minimum length of this chimney section shall be 12 and will serve as a pass through for the 6 diameter chimney connector There must be at least a 12 air space between the outer wall of the chimney section and any combustible materials The chimney section shall be concentric with and spaced 1 away from the chimney connector by means of sheet steel support plates on both ends of the chimney section The opening in the combustible wall shall be covered and the chimney section supported on both sides with sheet steel supports which are at least 24 gauge 0 024 in thickness The sheet steel supports shall be securely fastened to wall surfaces on all sides and shall be sized to fit and hold the chimney section Fasteners used to secure chimney sections shall not penetrate chimney flue liner See Part C of Figure 7 5 A listed fa
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5. FEED DOOR POSITION NO POSITION NO 3 POSITION NO 4 TO OPEN WHEN CLOSED AND LATCHED THE DOOR AND HANDLE WILL BE TO CLOSE WITH THE HANDLE AS SHOWN IN POSITION NO 4 CLOSE THE AS SHOWN IN POSITION NO ROTATE THE HANDLE UNTIL IT DOOR AS FAR AS POSSIBLE NOW ROTATE THE HANDLE TO IS AS SHOWN IN POSITION NO 2 PULL THE DOOR OPEN POSITION NO 3 AND COMPLETELY CLOSE THE DOOR AS SHOWN UNTIL IT STOPS APPROXIMATELY INCH AS SHOWN IN POSITION IN POSITION NO 2 ROTATE THE HANDLE AS SHOWN NO 3 CONTINUE TO HOLD THE DOOR OPEN AS THE HANDLE POSITION NO AND APPLY SUFFICIENT PRESSURE TO INSURE IS RETURNED TO ITS ORIGINAL POSITION THE DOOR WILL THAT THE DOOR IS SEALED THEN OPEN COMPLETELY AS SHOWN IN POSITION NO 4 FIRETENDING Firetending is the occasional poking or stirring of the burning coal bed to ensure airflow through the coal bed and adding fresh coal as needed With experience you should determine how often firetending is required to maintain the desired heat output of the heater To ensure safe and satisfactory performance of the heater the following rules should be observed 1 KEEP THE FUEL FEED DOOR AND ASH REMOVAL DOOR CLOSED EXCEPT WHEN TENDING THE FIRE OR REMOVING ASHES Operating the heater with either of these doors open can cause the heater to dangerously overheat and will increase the possibility of smoke ash or sparks escaping the heater and damaging the dwelling or its contents 2 NEVER FILL THE HEATER ABOVE THE TOP
6. MINIMUM CHIMNEY CLEARANCES FROM MASONRY TO FIGURE 5 SHEET STEEL SUPPORTS AND COMBUSTIBLES 2 IN FIGURE 5 CONTINUED RE __ FACTORY BUILT pe MINIMUM CLEARANCE CHIMNEY LENGTH 9 ALL AROUND NONSOLUBLE C CHIMNEY CONNECTOR REFACTORY Br TO HEATER CEMENT CHIMNEY FLUE HIV CHIMNEY LENGTH FLUSH WITH INSIDE J USE CHIMNEY MFRS PARTS TO An SPACE m OF FLUE ATTACH CONNECTOR SECURELY _ SOLID INSULATED LISTED FACTORY BUILT CHIMNEY LENGTH EM MASONRY CHIMNEY CONSTRUCTED SHEET STEEL SUPPORTS TO NFPA 211 24 GAUGE MIN THICKNESS 6 CAC PART C FIGURE 5 MINIMUM CHIMNEY CLEARANCES FROM MASONRY TO SHEET STEEL SUPPORTS AND COMBUSTIBLES 2 IN 24 GAUGE inu VENTILATED THIMBLE WITH CHIMNEY THIMBLE wu 7 TWO 1 INCH AIR CHANNELS GF iiu MNEY CONNECTOR HEATER MINIMUM 6 IN GLASS FIBER INSULATION ALL AROUND 7 gt lt j SHEET STEEL SUPPORTS MASONRY CHIMNEY CONSTRUCTED 24 GAUGE MIN THICKNESS TO NFPA 211 TWO VENTILATED AIR CHANNELS EACH 1 INCH CONSTRUCTED OF SHEET STEEL CHIMNEY FLUE PARTD MINIMUM CHIMNEY CLEARANCES FROM MASONRY TO FIGURE 5 SHEET STEEL SUPPORTS AND COMBUSTIBLES 2 IN SHEET STEEL SUPPORTS I MINIMUM CLEARANCE 2 IN ALL AROUND CHIMNEY SECTION T E CHIMNEY THIMBLE N p 11N AIR SPACETO N LS CHIMNEY LENGTH CHIMNEY CONNECTOR 1 AIRSPACE
7. a barometric draft regulator Such installation will preclude any overfiring and or any hazardous conse quences of potential overfiring 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 C gt 2001 Consumer Price 24 00 Includes Shipping and Handling BAROMETRIC DRAFT REGULATOR Model DR6 WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION AND REPAIR PARTS A heater warranty is included with this owner s manual For warranty claims follow the instructions provided by the warranty ORDER ALL YOUR REPAIR PARTS FROM YOUR DEALER BY SUPPLYING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION 1 Part Name 2 Part Number Not Key No 3 Model Number of Heater 4 Quantity of Part s needed SEE FIGURE 12 FOR REPAIR PARTS 16 CAC 92 E LL m 2 z ke mx lt z lt CD LL lt z oc lt a oc O LL lt gt ft z z O oc LL a LL 4 Lu LL 0 02 s lt a lt A or LL O z o lt oc 09 4 N Lu tc S LL 17 CAC SEE FIGURE 12 FOR ILLUSTRATION OF PARTS QTY CAC PART NAME Per Unit PART NO Inner Unit Assy Ptd 69212B Thermostat Assy 69223 Chain Ft 86318 S Hook 83482 Spring Clip 83818 Draft Pin 17200 Plate Draft Assy Ptd 69207B CUSTOMER NOTE IN ADDI Manifold Assy Ptd 24812 Gasket Manifold 88090 TION TO THE REPAIR PARTS L
8. cap should be installed to prevent entrance of rain and help elimnate down drafts An unapproved chimney cap protector or spark arrester can become clogged when leaves or other matter This blocks the chimney and causes smoke and the dangerous carbon monoxide in smoke to spill back into your home where it can kill you CAC 5 There are basically two methods of metal prefabricated chimney installation One method is to install the chimney inside the residence through the ceiling andthe roof The other method is to install an exterior chimney that runs up the outside ofthe residence REMEMBER Follow the chimney manufacturer s installation instructions and maintain the manufacturer s specified clear ance distance Additional chimney informationis presented throughout this manual READ IT THOROUGHLY TO BE MORE THOR OUGHLY INFORMED CONNECTION OF CHIMNEY CONNECTOR TO A MASONRY CHIMNEY THROUGH A COMBUSTIBLE WALL PART A FIGURE 7 FIGURE 7 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE je MINIMUM CHIMNE CLEARANCE TO BRICK AND COMBUSTIBLES IS 2 IN E MINIMUM CLEARANCES 12 IN OF BRICK ALL AROUND gt CHIMNEY CONNECTOR TO HEATER FIRE CLAY LINER MINIMUM 12 IN TO COMBUSTIBLES 5 8 MIN WALL THICKNESS CHIMNEY FLUE MASONRY CHIMNEY CONSTRUCTED TO N MIN 3 1 2 THICK BRICK NFPA 211 M MASONRY WALL PARTB
9. constructed or maintained chimney to vent this heater 5 Don t use galvanized pipe steel pipe less than 24 gauge or pipe of a diameter smaller than 6 inches as a chimney connector 6 Don t store ashes in combustible containers not store them near combustible materials nor dispose of them until they have completely cooled T Don t use power blowers or air circulation systems with this heater that are not specifically recommended in this manual 8 Don t neglect to inspect regularly and maintain door gaskets and latching mechanisms to assure the intended tightness of the fire chamber 9 Don t install the heater or chimney connector at clearances less than those specified in this manual 10 Dontinstall this heater where flammable or explosive materials or vapors are likely to be present 11 Don tinstall this heater in a chimney flue that is used by another appliance 12 Don t neglect to clean and inspect your chimney regularly 13 Don toperate this heater with the doors open 14 Don t use the heater with missing or damaged parts SAFETY NOTICE In the unlikely event that your heater 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
10. existing chimney to vent the heater See the CHIMNEY CONNECTOR AND CHIMNEYS section of this manual for important information 2 Purchase the 6 inch diameter chimney connector pipes that are required The pipe should be black or blued steel 24 gauge minimum If elbows are needed use only seamless elbows because seamed elbows can leak smoke Do not use more that two elbows or the chimney draft will be restricted See the CHIMNEY CONNECTOR AND CHIMNEYS section of this manual for details Number 8 sheet metal screws and furnace cement will also be needed to assemble the chimney connector pipes If the heater is to be installed to a masonry fireplace as shown by figure 4 you should also obtain the fireplace items called for by figure 4 3 If the heater is to be installed on a combustible floor purchase a listed noncombustible floor protector as described in this manual and install it in the proper location The floor protector MUST protect the floor beneath and around the heater and chimney connector as shown by figure 5 4 Assemble the chimney connector pipe sections to determine if the chimney connector pipe will correctly extend from the heater flue collar to the chimney Any horizontal section of chimney connector pipe must slope upward at least 1 4 rise to the horizontal foot to maintain adequate draft See figure 6 Always install the chimney connector pipe with the crimped end toward the heater to prevent creosote from leaking out of the joints
11. f the heater burns too rapidly or overheats it may be because air is leaking around a loose door gasket or a fuel feed door or ash door latching pawl and handle may need adjusting Check thoroughly for leaks where air may be entering the heater s firebox 3 If the heater burns too rapidly or overheats due to excessive draft as described earlier you may wish to consider purchasing a barometric damper top be installed in the heater s chimney connector The barometric damper should be set to regulate a 06 draft through the heater Check with your heater dealer FIGURE 11 CHIMNEY HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS CHIMNEY HEIGHT 3 FT MINIMUM UNLESS ANY OBSTRUCTION IS IO FT OR LESS AWAY FROM THE OUTLET THEN CHIMNEY HEIGHT MUST BE X PLUS ZFT OR TI WHICHEVER DIMENSION IS GREATEST X EQUALS HEIGHT OF OBSTRUCTION MASONRY CHIMNEY SHOWN DIMENSIONS ARE SAME FOR METAL PREFABRICATED 14 CAC QUICK REFERENCE TO THE MOST COMMON SOLUTIONS FOR THE MOST COMMON HEATER OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS 1 Symptom Fire rate does not increase with thermostat open smoke spilling from feed door when tending fire or backpuffing Check for a Chimney connector pushed too far into a masonry chimney thimble restricting draft b Chimney or chimney connector restricted with creosote c Chimney draft reduced by air entering through Unsealed chimney clean out access Loose mortar or cracked chimney wall Holes in rusted chimney connector Incompletely sealed c
12. flue but not beyond It does not have to be fastened in place so long as it cannot accidently be pulled out of the chimney or shoved into the chimney flue If fasteners are used to secure the chimney connector to a masonry chimney the fasteners shall not penetrate the chimney flue liner 5 Any material used to close up any opening for the connector shall be noncombustible If the chimney connector does not have to pass through a combustible wall to get to a masonry chimney connect the chimney connector to the masonry chimney as shown in figure 8 The fireclay liner shown by figure 8 should be sized for the proper snug fit of a 6 diameter chimney connector pipe The fireclay liner should be firmly cemented in place as shown As previously stated any metal prefabricated chimney this heater is connected to must be a listed Hi Temp Type HT Factory Built Residential Type and Building Heating Appliance Chimney When a metal prefabricated chimney is used the manufacturer s installation instructions must be followed precisely You must also purchase from the same manufacturer and install the ceiling support packageor wall pass through and T section package firestops when needed insulation shield roof flashing chimney cap etc Maintain the proper clearance to the structure as recommended by the manufacturer This clearance is usually a minimum of 2 inches although it may vary by manufacturer or for certain components A listed chimney
13. listed by Warnock Hersey International Inc as specified by the listing label attached to the heater HOW THISHEATER OPERATES The chimney draft draws in combustion air through an adjustable air inlet thermostat located inside the cabinet Air flows through and across the bed of fuel causing the fire to progress through the fuel bed Heat is transferred to the air that flows between the cabinet and the firebox Any attempt to alter this air by connecting this heater to a duct system or air movement fans other than the optional KB902 listed blower available from your heater dealer can lead to im proper and possibly hazardous operation of this heater SELECTING A LOCATION FOR THE HEATER When selecting a location for the heater be sure attention is given to the following considerations 1 If the heater is to be vented into a Listed High Temperature Type HT Factory Built Residential Type And Building Heating Appliance Chimney review the installation instructions for the chimney to comply with requirements for proper chimney location height space requirements etc 2 If the heater is to be vented into a masonry chimney the heater should be located as near the chimney as pos sible without failing to comply with the requirements for minimum spacing between the chimney connector heater and combustibles Be sure chimney is constructed according to NFPA standards 3 The location of the heater must provide at least the minimum clearances betwe
14. of the heater 10 Do instruct all responsible persons in the proper and safe operation of the heater 11 Do instruct all persons especially children and elderly persons of the hazards involved with the heater and im proper and unauthorized tampering with the heater 12 Do check the heater for proper adjustment and operation before leaving it unattended for long periods of time 13 Do start a fire only with paper kindling or solid composition fire starters specifically designed for starting a fire The use of liquid fire starters can cause an explosion within the heater 14 Do use only a Listed High Temperature Type HT Factory built Residential Type and Building Heating Appliance Chimney or a properly constructed and maintained masonry chimney to vent this heater 15 Douse 6 inch diameter chimney connector pipes made from a minimum of 24 gauge cold rolled steel 16 Do place all ashes in a metal container with a tight fitting lid and place them on a noncombustible surface well away from other combustible materials until they have completely cooled 17 Do check the door latching mechanisms and gaskets regularly and replace parts or make adjustments as needed to maintain the intended tightness of the fire chamber 18 Do use a noncombustible floor covering beneath the heater as required 19 Do observe all instructions regarding clearance between the appliance chimney connector and combustibles 20 Do store your fuel supply at least 36 inches from t
15. paper towels No 8 sheet metal screws for chimney connector joints Chimney connector pipes and elbows if required Ruler or tape measure Pencil HEATER INSTALLATION AUTION IF THIS HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT FOR YOUR SAFETY FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFI CIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA CAUTION DO NOT CONNECT THIS HEATER TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE THERE IS A SERIOUS SAFETY RISK IF TWO APPLIANCES OR HEATERS ARE CONNECTED TO THE SAME FLUE CAUTION THE HEATER MUST BE PLACED ON A LISTED FLOOR PROTECTOR AS NOTED IN THIS MANUAL IF THE FLOOR IS WOOD OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE FLOORING IF CARPET IS PRESENT IT MUST BE REMOVED THE FLOOR PROTECTOR MUST NOT BE PLACED ON CARPET SEE FIGURE 5 CAUTION MOST WALLS AND CEILINGS CONTAIN WOOD EVEN THOUGH THEY ARE MADE OF SHEETROCK OR PLASTER ON THE OUTSIDE THESE WALLS AND CEILINGS CAN CATCH FIRE FROM THE HOT HEATER OR CHIMNEY CONNECTOR IF THE HEATER AND CHIMNEY CONNECTOR ARE NOT PROP ERLY INSTALLED MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE WALLS AND CEILINGS Minimum clearances to unprotected combustible walls and ceilings as noted by Figures 1 through 4 must be main tained Drapes curtains furniture and other combustible materials should be kept much further away from the heater to avoid a fire If you chose to you may install the heater and chimney connector closer to combu
16. 16 in diameter Egg from 2 7 16 to 3 1 4 in diameter Broken more than 3 1 4 in diameter Anthracite coal is hard to ignite but once it is burning it burns freely and cleanly and very hot It does not fuse but leaves substantial ash residue When anthracite burns with a blue flame it is burning properly and the volatile gases released from the coal are being consumed by the fire Bituminous coal is easier to ignite than anthracite coal Most people think anthracite has a higher heat content than bituminous but in actuality some bituminous is as good as anthracite Bituminous breaks up more in storage and burns with more smoke than does anthracite One other characteristic of bituminous which differentiates it from anthracite is that as the coal burns it tends to form clinkers whereas anthracite is reduced mainly to ash Clinkers are the mishappen rough gray lumps that form when particles in the coal are heated melt and fuse together When bituminous burns with a yellow flame it is burning properly and the volatile gases being released from the coal are being consumed by the fire Of these two coals anthracite is the more expensive Store in a dry ventilated space Coal that is improperly stored can catch fire from heat generated by chemical changes occurring within the coal bed spontaneous combustion To avoid the development of these conditions coal quantities that will be stored more than three days should be kept clean o
17. 2 IN CHIMNEY FLUE SHEET STEEL SUPPORTS MASONRY CHIMNEY CONSTRUCTED 24 GAUGEIMIN THICKNESS TO NFPA 211 PART E Figure 5 In addition to the methods shown by A B C and D of Figure 5 a listed factory built wall pass through system may be purchased and installed according to the instructions packaged with it to provide a safe method of passing chimney connector through a combustible wall for a connection to a masonry chimney CAC 7 FIGURE 8 CONNECTING HEATER S CHIMNEY CONNECTOR TO MASONRY CHIMNEY WHEN CHIMNEY CON NECTOR DOES NOT HAVE TO PASS THROUGH A COMBUSTIBLE WALL INCORRECT CONNECTION CHIMNEY CONNECTOR INSERTED CORRECT CONNECTION OF TOO FAR INTO MASONRY CHIMNEY CHIMNEY CONNECTOR TO CAUSING RESTRICTIONS MASONRY CHIMNEY INSERT CHIMNEY CONNECTOR TO INSIDE FACE OF MASONRY CHIMNEY S FLUE LINER INSIDE FACE OF FLUE LINER HEATER INSPECTION Before installing the heater inspect the heater for external damage and missing parts Check the gaskets around the doors to assure that they are still in place Also check inside the heater Report any deficiencies found to your heater dealer and make sure all problems are resolved before installing the heater See figure 12 for illustration of heater TOOLS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION ectric dri Or inch drive an or tube of furnace cemen 1 8 inch drill bit Floor protector Screw driver blade type and size to fit screws listed below Rag or several
18. COAL BURNING CIRCULATOR HEATER MODEL CAC website www usstove com Installation Operation and Maintenance Instructions TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION u u 23e eite e tee i aa 1 BUILDING CODESAND SAFETY STANDARDS 1 n rettet 2 ees 42 4 ua HOW THIS HEATER OPERATES iu 3 tret 489 923 TE 2 E SELECTING A LOCATION FOR THE HEATER FEOORPROTEGTION 5 5 2 L L D TSS RR CHIMNEY CONNECTOR AND CHIMNEYS HEATER INSPECTION L itineri tito TOOLS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED FORINSTALLATION FIEATERINSTALLATION e uu uuu 9 eia MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE WALLS AND CEILINGS TO SAFELY AND PROPERLY INSTALL THIS HEATER HEATER OPERATION TO BUILD A FIRE FIRETENDING u saa eee MINIMUM FIRE ADJUSTMENT COALFACTS S nest s ss u sunaha im apps LI MU IA MIL ME HOW TO TAKE CARE OF THE HEATER AND VENTING SYSTEM ROUTINE MAINTENANCE HEATER MAINTENANCE 4 oct 22 rte pe anit RE pn 5 2 42 Ce E AES DISPOSAL OF ASHES Lu ici rer ini o 4 TSi VENTING SYSTEM CHIMNEY AND CHIMNEY CONNECTOR CHIMNEY CONNECTOR PIPE CORROSION INSPECTION TROUBEES
19. HOOTINOG rrr ttti THE VENTING SYSTEM KEY TO GOOD HEATER PERFORMANCE WHAT TO DO IF THE HEATER SMOKES BURNS POORLY OR EXCESSIVE CREOSOTE ACCUMULATES IN THE CHIMNEY WHAT TO DOIF THE HEATER BURNS TO RAPIDLY OR OVERHEATS 1 cecinit i as QUICK REFERENCE TO THE MOST COMMON SOLUTIONS FOR THE MOST COMMON HEATER OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS FINAL CHECKLIST OF DO S AND DON TS WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION AND REPAIR PARTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY NOTICE IF THIS HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT FOR YOUR SAFETY FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION IN SPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA To assure that satisfactory and safe service is received from this heater 1 Read these instructions entirely before beginning any part of the installation 2 Usethese instructions as a guide during the installation of the heater 3 Besure these instructions become the property of and are reviewed by all future users of this heater to encourage proper operation and mainte nance of this appliance THIS HEATER IS ONLY FOR BURNING COAL USE OF ANY OTHER SOLID FUEL EXCEPT FOR COAL IGNITION PURPOSES IS A VIOLA TION OF FEDERAL LAW This heater is designed to burn stove size bituminous or anthracite coal and to provide heat to one or more r
20. IRST FIRING OF THE HEATER AND WILL EMIT SMOKE AND ODOR BE PREPARED FOR THIS BY RAISING A WIN DOW OR OPENING A DOOR TO PROVIDE VENTILATION The first three times the heater is fired the fire should be regulated so as to increase in intensity gradually to allow the painted components to cure slowly and to allow the other components to adjust to their expanded size Be sure the room is adequately ventilated and the flue unobstructed before beginning a fire in the heater TO BUILD A FIRE 1 Set the heater s thermostat control knob to the Hi position See figure 9 2 Open the heater s fuelfeed door see figure 10 and place several wadded grapefruit size newspaper balls on the heater s grate Be sure the heater s ash removal door is securely closed 3 Cover te newspaper balls with dry kindling sticks Place the kindling sticks close enough to one another so the flames can move easily from one stick to the other If the kindling is packed too tightly the fire will suffocate smoke and then die out NOTE Softwoods make better kindling than hardwooks because softwoods burn faster than the hardwoods NOTE If the heater tends to smoke when first lit a draft may be induced by holding a torch of rolled up newspaper atthe opening of the flue collar Occasionally this must be done two or three times to establish an updraft before proceeding to the following step 4 It may also help to open a house door or window slightly 4 Light the w
21. OF THE CHAMBER LINERS Overfilling the heater can cause it to overheat create a fire hazard and damage the heater 3 NEVER OPEN THE FUEL FEED DOOR WITHOUT FIRST TURNING THE THERMOSTAT CONTROL KNOB TO HI FOR AT LEAST 30 SECONDS 4 NEVER ADD MORE THAN TEN POUNDS OF FRESH COAL TO THE HEATER AT EACH REFUELING Adding large amounts of fresh coal can cause an accumulation of gases above the fire that can cause backpuffing Backpuffing can occur whenever concentrated gases accumulate over the fire bed and then catch fire quickly This may cause smoke and flame to be expelled from the heater during firetending Under rare conditions backpuffing can be severe enough to break apart poorly connected chimney connector pipes If backpuffing is experienced see TROUBLESHOOTING section of this manual Backpuffing is an abnormal condition and a potential hazard Determine and correct the cause 5 TURN THERMOSTAT TO Hl FOR 15 MINUTES AFTER ADDING FRESH COAL TO A FIRE This allows the gases to be driven off and shortens the length of time the dense smoke is likely to deposit soot on the chimney walls 6 DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE INTERNAL THERMOSTAT MECHANISM The thermostat has been designed and calibrated to porvide continuous contrrol of the fire for sefety and efficiency Thermostat adjustments are made with the thermostat control knob only See figure 9 7 PREPARE THE HEATER TO HOLD FIRE ALL NIGHT BY LOADING IT WITH COAL AT LEAST AN HOUR BEFORE BEDTIME Bu
22. RROSION INSPECTION Chimney connector pipes do not last forever Corrosion is particularly a problem if the inside of the pipe tends to get damp from condensation of flue gases or from rain or snow getting into the chimney Just being on an ocean coast can also accelerate chimney connector pipe corrosion Chimney connector pipe replacement may be necessary more than once a season but once every few years is more typical Every time the chimney and chimney connector are checked for creosote buildup the strength and integrity of the chimney connector pipes should also be checked TROUBLESHOOTING Problems can arise during the operation of any coal heater These problems can usually be traced to such things as the venting system draft aged or failed parts fuel and operator error The troubleshooting suggestions contained in this section of the manual apply to the operation of all coal heaters Experience has shown that correct installation and good operating practices including routine heater and venting system maintenance along with a good sound chimney will eliminate most of the problems mentioned by this section of the manual Nonetheless coal heater operators should make themselves aware of the nature cause and solution to possible problems so as to help themselves obtain the best possible service from this heater THE VENTING SYSTEM KEY TO GOOD HEATER PERFORMANCE A majority of performance problems with coal burning heaters can be traced to s
23. added balls of paper in the heater Leave the fuel feed door slightly ajar approximately 1 to 2 inches to allow plenty of exygen to reach the fire but DO NOT LEAVE THE HEATER UNATTENDED WHILE ITS FUEL FEED DOOR IS OPEN WARNING NEVER USE GASOLINE GASOLINE TYPE LANTERN FUEL KEROSENE CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO START OR FRESHEN UP A FIRE IN THIS HEATER KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS WELL AWAY FROM THE HEATER WHILE IT IS IN USE FIGURE 9 HEATER OPERATION INFORMATION CAUTION RISK OF EXCESSIVE TEMPERATURES AND DAMAGE TO UNIT PROPER OPERATION REQUIRES THE USE OF ONLY STOVE SIZE BITUMINOUS OR TOP MAY BE ITE COAL DO NOT LOAD COAL ABOVE TILTED OPEN DOOR AS INDICATED CLOSED DO NOT OVERFIRE IF HEATER OR CHIMNEY CONNECTOR GLOWS You i ARE OVERFIRING PREVENT SOOT FIRE INSPECT Y CONNECTOR AND CHIMNEY TWICE MONTHLY CAND CLEAN IF NECESSARY THERMOSTAT CONTROL KNOB FOR FEED DOOR HANDLE OPERATION SEE FIGURE LATCH IN CLOSED POSITION NOTICE Remove Ashes Daily When Heater Is In Regular Use if Ashes Are Allowed To Accu mulate And Build Up Around The Grates The Resulting Lack Of Air Circulation Can Cause CAUTION KEEP ASH DOOR Damage To The Grates CLOSED DURING FIRING OF THE HEATER TO AVOID DEVELOPING EXCESSIVE AIR ADJUSTMENT SHUT TER TEMPERATURES 10 CAC 5 When the wood is burning briskly add additional kindling as required to establish a good kindling fire 6 When the kindling fire has b
24. ce to the flow of smoke and gases up the chimney 7 Check the size of the chimney flue liner If the chimney flue liner s inside dimension is smaller that 6 inches round or 8 inches square it will be too restrictive to the flow of smoke and gases A chimney flue liner which has an inside cross sectional area of more that 85 square inches is too large which will result in excess capacity which means less draft and more creosote If the chimney flue liner is too large it may be improved by restricting the top opening of the flue to a 6 inch round opening or in more extreme cases the chimney may have to be relined with a smaller lining and a metal prefabricated chimney may have to be replaced WHAT TO DO IF THE HEATER BURNS TOO RAPIDLY OR OVERHEATS 1 If the room in which the heater is located becomes uncomfortably warm on moderately cool days it may be because you are placing too much wood in the heater for the amount of heat required to heat your home Although the thermostatically controlled inlet air damper on the heater is intended to control the burning rate of the wood a certain amount of air must enter the heater at all times to assure the fire does not go out and the wood burns as cleanly as possible Thus you should adjust the amount of wood you put in the heater to the outdoor temperature Placing excessive wood in the heater will cause excessive creosote formation in the chimney waste wood and make the room uncomfortably warm 2
25. ctory built wall pass through system may be purchased and installed according to the instructions packaged with it to provide a safe method of passing the chimney connector through a combustible wall for connection to a masonry chimney Additional requirements pertaining to Figure 5 and the above wall pass through systems 1 Insulation material used as part of wall pass through system shall be of noncombustible material and shall have a thermal conductivity of 1 0 Btu in ft e F 4 88 kg cal hr m e C or less 2 All clearances and thicknesses are minimums larger clearances and thickness are acceptable 3 A chimney thimble as shown for 3 and 4 above Parts C and D respectively of Figure 7 shall be for types 3 and 4 connections to facilitate removal of the chimney connector for cleaning The chimney thimble shall be of ASTM C315 fireclay with 5 8 minimum wall thickness or material or equivalent durability The inside diameter of the thimble shall be sized for the proper snug fit of a 6 diameter chimney connector pipe The thimble shall be installed without damage to the chimney flue The thimble shall extend through the chimney wall to but not beyond the inner surface of the chimney flue and shall be permanently cemented in place with high temperature cement 4 A chimney connector to a masonry chimney except for 2 above Part B of Figure 7 shall extend through the wall pass through system to the inner face of the chimney
26. d by cooler air at the bottom that makes these shields effective Masonry or other noncombustible products attached directly to a combustible surface without an air space offer very little protection and cannot be considered a clearance reduction system unless specific materials have been tested and listed for direct attachment to a combustible surface The same applies to thin veneer brick and stone coverings These materials provide adequate protection only when mounted on sheet metal with a 1 inch minimum spacing to the wall A variety of prefabricated clearance reduction systems which have been safety tested and listed are available through heater dealers Always look for a safety listing label on the product when selecting a clearance reduction system through a heater dealer and make sure it is designed for use with solid fuel The manufacturers of these tested and listed systems provide specific installation instructions that must be followed exactly for a safe installation Should you chose to make your own clearance reduction system contact your local fire department fire marshal or building code inspector for specific requirements regarding home constructed clearance reduction systems and safe installation clearances to protected combustible surfaces TO SAFELY AND PROPERLY INSTALL THIS HEATER 1 Install a Listed High Temperature Type HT Factory built Residential Type and Building Heating Appliance Chimney build a masonry chimney or adapt an
27. e heater s chimney connector to a masonry chimney as shown by figures 7 or 8 or connect the chimney connector to a metal prefabricated chimney as specified by the instructions furnished with the metal prefabricated chimney or connect the chimney connector to a masonry fireplace as shown by figure 4 DANGER IF ANY CLEARANCE TO UNPROTECTED WALL OR CEILING IS LESS THAN THOSE SPECIFIED BY FIGURES 1 THROUGH 4 AFTER HEATER INSTALLATION IS COMPLETED A CLEARANCE REDUCTION SYSTEM MUST BE IN STALLED BEFORE THE FIRST FIRE IS BUILT IN THE HEATER OTHERWISE THE UNPROTECTED WALL OR CEILING COULD CATCH FIRE REMEMBER THERE ARE ALSO LIMITS AS TO HOW CLOSE THE HEATER CAN BE INSTALLED TO A COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE PROTECTED BY A CLEARANCE REDUCTION SYSTEM REREAD MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO WALLS AND COMBUSTIBLE WALLS AND CEILINGS PRESENTED EARLIER IN THIS MANUAL CAUTION FOR YOUR SAFETY CONTACT YOUR LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT FIRE MARSHAL OR BUILDING CODE INSPECTOR FOR INSPECTION PRIOR TO AND FOLLOWING CLEARANCE REDUCTION SYSTEM AND OR HEATER INSTALLATION CAC 9 HEATER OPERATION ENTIRE INSTALLATION BY YOUR LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT FIRE MARSHAL OR BUILDING CODE INSPEC TOR INSTALL A SMOKE DETECTOR ON EACH FLOOR OF YOUR HOME IN CASE OF ACCIDENTAL FIRE FROM ANY CAUSE IT CAN PROVIDE TIME FOR ESCAPE This heater must be operated as outlined in this manual or a serious fire may occur THE PAINT ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE FIREBOX WILL GO THROUGH A CURING PROCESS DURING THE F
28. e paint If the heater is to be stored until the next heating season be sure the storage are is dry The heater should never be used with damaged or missing parts DISPOSAL OF ASHES The ashes should be removed from the heater anytime they accumulate to within 2 inches of the grate and at least once each day Chunks of ash material called clinkers may accumulate above the grate these can be removed by shaking the grate with the shaker To minimize the loss of burning coal into the ash pan do not shake the grate when a large fire is in progress When removing the ash pan from the heater wear gloves to protect your hands from glowing embers and hot surfaces ASHES SHOULD BE PLACED IN A METAL CONTAINER WITH A TIGHT FITTING LID THE CLOSED CONTAINER OF ASHES SHOULD BE PLACED ON A NONCOMBUSTIBLE FLOOR OR ON THE GROUND WELL AWAY FROM ALL COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS PENDING FINAL DISPOSAL IF THE ASHES ARE DISPOSED OF BY BURIAL IN SOIL OR OTHERWISE LOCALLY DIS PERSED THEY SHOULD BE RETAINED IN THE CLOSED CONTAINER UNTIL ALL CINDERS HAVE THOROUGHLY COOLED 12 CAC Ashes should never be placed in wooden or plastic containers or in paper or plastic bags no matter how long the fire has been out Coals have been known to stay hot for several days when embedded in ashes VENTING SYSTEM CHIMNEY CONNECTOR AND CHIMNEY The venting system consists of the heater s chimney connector the pipe which connects the heater to the chimney and the chimney itself Whe
29. een established and is burning briskly cover it with a thin layer of coal If you add too much coal you will smother the fire requiring you to start the whole process over again Be patient 7 Securely close the heater s fuel feed door as the coal begins burning See figure 10 CAUTION OPERATING THE HEATER WITH ITS FUEL FEED DOOR OR ASH REMOVAL DOOR OPENED CREATES AN ABNORMAL FIRING CONDITION WHICH CAN OVERHEAT THE HEATER CHIMNEY AND ADJACENT COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS THIS CAN DRASTICALLY SHORTEN THE HEATER S LIFE AND VOID THE FACTORY WARRANTY 8 Wait about ten minutes or until the coal is burnign well then start adding small quantites of coal at ten minute intervals until a good doal fire is established CAUTIONS Never add more coal than is already burning and NEVER add more than ten pounds of fresh coal at one time When fresh coal is added ALWAYS leave some of the glowing coals uncovered NEVER fill the heater so that the burning coal is above the top of the heater s chamber liners This will cause the heater to overheat and will shorten its life 8 MAKE SURE THAT THE HEATER S FUEL FEED DOOR ASH REMOVAL DOOR AND CABINET DOOR ARE SECURELY CLOSED 10 Setthe heaters thermostat control knob to a point midway between HI and Lo Ifthe house or heating situation requires a higher or lower setting to obtain the desired amount of heat adjust the heate s thermostat control knob accordingly FIGURE 10 OPENING AND CLOSING FUEL
30. en the heater chimney connector and combustible materials as specified by figures 1 2 3 4 4 f the heater is to be located on a combustible floor there must be suitable floor space to install a floor protector beneath and extending beyond the heater as shown by figure 5 and as described by the Floor Protection section of this manual 5 The heater should be located centrally within the area where heat is desired but out of traffic areas to minimize the likelinood of persons accidentally contacting the hot surface of the heater 6 The heater should be located away from doorways and central heat outlets and inlets to reduce the chance of drafts blowing smoke ashes or sparks out of the heater during refueling or ash removal 7 The heater should be located where a small supply of wood may be kept conveniently close but not within 36 inches of the heater 8 Locate the heater so that drapes curtains furniture and other combustible materials will not be closer than the clearances shown by figures 1 2 3 and 4 OR install a clearance reduction system See MINIMUM CLEAR ANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE WALLS AND CEILINGS section of this manual for details FIGURE 1 MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES P sup A J FACTORY BUILT RESIDENTIAL TYPE AND BUILDING ae APP LIANCE CHI MINIMUM 8 N DIAMETER j FLUE FACTORY BUIT RESIDENTIAL T AND BUILDING HEATING AFPUIANCE CHIMNE TRANSITION FROM MINIMUM 6 INCH T 8 DIA FLUE DIAMETER FLUE y
31. evel r 83479 KITS INCLUDE ANY RE Extension Grate 40383 PLACEMENT FASTENERS Frame Grate 40386 WHICH WILL MOST LIKELY BE Grate Right 007716 NEEDED TO INSTALL THE Grate Left 007717 REPAIR PART Cog Grate 007714 Shaker Handle 40380 N S Not Shown 007715 69205 69206 89066 40132 40385 40381 24834 40391 40390 88094 24819 24812 83485 69209 88057 22434 24837 Retainer Cog Angle Grate Support Assy Pan Ash Welded Brick Side Brick Retainer Liner Rear Retainer Rear Curtain Smoke Kit Liner Kit Liner Kit Gasket Collar Flue Manifold Relief Assy Door Pin Feed Door amp Rope Assy Rope Gasket for Feed Door Latch Hinge Kit for Feed Door Hinge Kit for Ash Door Latch Kit for Ash Door Rope Gasket Ash Door amp Rope Assy Handle Shield Radiation Kit Liner Front 24838 25048 88057 69208 89930 24828 40412 i gt gt gt Knob Plate Control Rod amp Key Kit Trim amp Screen Ptd Assy Brace Lt amp Rt Top Ptd Shield Radiation Kit Side Left Cab Ptd Assy Top Cabinet Assy Ptd Handle Cabinet Top Kit Back Panel Assy Ptd Side Right Cabinet Assy Ptd Door Cabinet Assy 69219TX Handle amp Latch Kit 89928 89927 Panel Top Front 24865 1 4 20 x 3 4 Bolt for Hinges 83339 1 4 20 Kep Nut for Hinges 83250 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 18 CAC 89924 851397 24849 69224GO 24851 24824 69221TX 69202TX 89925 69203TX 69220TX lt lt ee l l
32. f all combustible materials such as leaves hay wood rags etc and stored where the temperature of the air and objects the coal contacts are 75 degrees F or less Alternate wetting and drying of coal should be avoided Wet and dry coal should never be stored where each will be in contact with the other If the emission of heat or unusual odors from a coal storage area is observed the process leading up to spontaneous combus tion may be occurring and the fire department should be called immediately Small quantities of coal required for firetending must be kept at least 36 inches from the heater HOW TO TAKE CARE OF THE HEATER AND VENTING SYSTEM ROUTINE MAINTENANCE HEATER MAINTENANCE The heater s outer cabinet may be wiped free of dust with a soft cloth The use of any other cleaning method may damage the cabinet s finish Check the following items regularly during the heating season to ensure proper heater operation 1 Condition of feed door and ash door gaskets replace if excessive wear is observed 2 Condition of feed door ash door and cabinet latching pawls and handles ebsures that operation will securely close the door Adjust as necessary At the end of each heating season the heater should be thoroughly cleaned of all ashes Ashes remaining in the heater in combustion with moisture in the air can cause severe corrosion fo the heater All rust spots on the heater should be wire brushed and covered with a coat of high temperatur
33. he heater 21 Do build fires of moderate intensity in the appliance for the first three fires to allow the materials to adjust and cure before being subjected to the intense heat of a large fire 22 Do burn only seasoned wood in the heater 23 Do be sure the heater is located in an area where combustible vapors are not present 24 Douse a chimney for this heater that is not used by another appliance N CD DN CONDOM CAC 15 25 Do assemble the chimney connector so that moisture that accumulates within the chimney will flow back toward the heater 26 Doremove the ashes from the heater regularly 27 Dosetthe thermostat on HI and allow the heater to burn for approximately 15 minutes after fresh coal is added before reducing the thermostat setting 28 Do store coal in such a manner that wet and dry coal will not mix 29 Do protect your hands with noncombustible gloves when loading the heater removing ashes etc 80 Do keep the heater doors closed except when refueling the heater or removing ashes DON TS 1 Don t dry clothing or other articles on or near the heater 2 Don t store or place flammable liquids gases or other pressurized containers near the heater 3 Don t use gasoline gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or intensify afire Using these and other similar materials can cause an explosion within the heater 4 Don t use an unlisted type B or poorly
34. himney connector joint or thimble d Downdraft in too large chimney or chimney with no cover e Combustion air inlet blocked with ashes f Chimney too short 2 Symptom Fire rate too high when thermostat closed Check for a Feed door or ash door not securely closed b Feed door or ash door gasket worn excessively 3 Symptom Smoke smell in living space Check for a Items a through f of NO 1 above FINAL CHECKLIST OF DO S AND DON TS DO S Do read and follow the installation operation and maintenance manual carefully Do install a smoke detector in an area that will give warning in the unlikely event that a fire develops in the area of the heater or the heater malfunctions Dobe sure that there is a fire extinguisher of the proper type and in good working order accessible in the unlikely event that a fire develops near the heater of the heater malfunctions Docheck with local building officials to be sure installation of the heater complies with all building codes and require ments and obtain required building permits Do plan your installation with safety as your primary consideration do keep all flammable liquids gases and pressurized containers away from heater Do complete the installation before attempting to use the heater Do use only the prescribed materials and parts for the installation of the heater Do install the heater in an area that will minimize the hazards of persons coming in contact with the hot surfaces
35. masonry chimney by passing through a combustible wall NFPA Standard 211 allows the following wall pass through systems 1 Use a minimum 3 1 2 thick brick masonry wall framed into the combustible wall A fireclay liner ASTM C315 or equivlent having a 5 8 minimum wall thickness must be used and it must be at least 12 away from any material that could catch fire The inside diameter of the fireclay liner shall be sized for the proper snug fit of a 6 diameter chimney con nector pipe The fireclay liner shall run from the outer surface of the brick wall to but not beyond the inner surface of the chimney flue and shall be firmly cemented in place See Part A of Figure 7 2 Use a solid insulated listed factory built chimney length having an inside diameter of 6 and having 1 or more of solid insulation There must be at least a 9 air space between the outer wall of the chimney length and any combustible materials The inner end of the chimney length shall be flush with the inside of the masonry chimney flue shall be sealed to the flue and to the brick masonry penetration with nonwater soluble refractory cement Sheet steel supports which are at least 24 gauge 0 024 in thickness shall be securely fastened to wall surfaces on all sides Fasteners between supports and the chimney length shall not penetrate the chimney liner See Part B of Figure 7 3 Use a 10 diameter ventilated thimble made of at least 24 gauge 0 024 steel having two 1 air channels
36. n coal is burned the products of combustion combine with moisture to form a soot residue which accumulates on the flue lining When ignited this soot makes an extremely hot fire The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected twice a month during heating season to determine if a soot biuldup has occured If soot has accumulated it should be removed to reduce the risk of a shimney fire A chimney fire is usually indicated by a roaring noise from within the chimney and or a pinging noise within the chimney connector Well developed chimney fires will emit ash and sparks from the top of the chimney If a chimney fire occurs turn the thermostat to LO keep the feed door ash and cabinet doors closed call the fire department and protect the roof by wetting it with a garden hose or buckets of water After the chimney fire is over thoroughly inspect all combustible materials around the chimney and chimney connector for fires that might have been ignited by the intense heat The chimney and chimney connector should then be inpected for any damage and repairs made if necessary Although a properly constructed chimney should not be damaged by a chimeny fire it is best to prevent chimney fires by properly cleaning the chimney There are special chimney cleaning services available in most cities Most fire departments make free chimney inspections and can provide assistance in locating chimney cleaning or repair services CHIMNEY CONNECTOR PIPE CO
37. n tall can affect the draft of a chimney that was previously trouble free and other factors The common unit used to measure draft is INCHES IF WATER To determine the draft of your chimney a draft pressure reading should be taken with a DRAFT METER or a WATER MANOMETER This requires someone with proper equipment and knowledge of how to use it Your heater dealer should be able to preform this task for you or recommend someone who can For this heater installations with a draft of 02 inches of water or less are considered marginal and will not burn reliably as noted above For this heater it is not recommended that the draft exceed 06 inches of water or overfiring can occur as noted above The recommended operating range for this heater is 03 to 06 inches of water CAC 13 WHAT TO DO IF THE HEATER SMOKES OR BURNS POORLY OR EXCESSIVE CREOSOTE ACCUMULATES IN THE CHIMNEY 1 Open a window slightly to see if the conditions improve If opening a window improved the performance of the heater or stops the spillage of smoke into the room the problem is caused by a slight vacuum in the room The vacuum can be the result of the room being so tightly constructed that the air removed from the room by the heater is not replaced by normal infiltration of air from outside the room The vacuum can also be caused by the loss of air from the room through the kitchen or bathroom ventilating fans other chimneys or vents etc The only solution to
38. of elbows used should be kept to a minimum Moisture that might collect in the chimney should be directed to the heater by providing a slope of 1 4 inch per foot in a horizontal run of the chimney connector and installing all pipes with the crimped end toward the heater See figure 6 The chimney connector should extend at least two inches into the flue of a factory built chimney When making a horizontal connection to a masonry chimney the connector should extend 0 the inside face of the vertical flue liner 5 figures 7 and 8 When connecting the heater to a masonry fireplace the chimney connector should extend into the chimney s liner as shown by the side section view of figure 4 All chimney connector joints should be sealed with furnace cement and secured with No 8 sheet metal screws as described by the TO SAFELY AND PROPERLY INSTALL THIS HEATER section of this manual DO NO USE MORE THAN TWO 90 DEGREE ELBOWS IN THE Chimney CONNECTOR Installations which require two degree elbows must be vented into a flue of at least 8 diameter or 8 square to prevent chimney draft restrictions see figure 2 DO NOT PASS A CHIMNEY CONNECTOR THROUGH A FLOOR OR CEILING OF ANY KIND Only Listed Factory Built Residen tial Type and Building Heating Appliance Chimneys or masonry chimneys constructed to N F P A standards should pass through a floor or ceiling 4 CAC There five allowable ways that a chimney connector can be connected to
39. ome factor in the venting system that is adversely affecting the heater Air will flow into the heater and smoke will flow up the chimney only if there is sufficient difference between the air pressure in the room where the heater is located and the air pressure inside the chimney As hot gases and smoke flow up a chimney the pressure in the chimney is lowered creating a difference in pressure inside and outside the chimney When this pressure difference often referred to as draft pressure or simply as draft is sufficient air will be drawn into the heater through its thermostatically controlled inlet air damper This air supplies the oxygen necessary for the coal to burn If the draft is not sufficient insufficient oxygen will reach the burning wood and it will burn poorly This condition can also cause smoke and dangerous gases to spill or backpuff from the heater into the room Backpuffing occurs when the air flow through the heater is insufficient to burn all the gases being released by the coal causing them to build up until they ignite as a minor explosion This causes smoke to puff out of every opening in the heater and venting system Too much draft may cause excessive temperature in the heater An uncontrollable burn or a glowing red heater part or chimney connector is an indication of excessive draft The amount of draft in the chimney depends on the length of the chimney local geography nearby obstructions even a tree that has grow
40. ooms Because of its radiating characteristics this heater must be installed as an unenclosed freestanding unit with clearances to combustibles as specified by these instructions This heater must be connected to a Listed Factory Built Residential Type and Building Heating Appliance Chimney or a properly constructed and maintained masonry chimney DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE This heater is not designed to burn lignite coal liquid fuels and gaseous fuels or household refuse Any attempt to burn these type fuels to enclose the heater or to attach the heater to an air circulation system or a stoking device can be very hazardous THIS HEATER IS NOT DESIGNED TO BE USED IN A MOBILE HOME Improper installation or use of this heater can cause 1 Damage to the heater from overheating 2 Hazardous temperatures to develope on combustible materials adjacent to the heater chimney connector or chimney 3 Possible hazardous accumulation of coal gases within the heater 4 Release of hazardous gas into the dwelling CAC 851396 B BUILDING CODES AND SAFETY STANDARDS These instructions comply with the applicable National Fire Protection Association and Underwriters Laboratories Inc Standards for the installation and operation of this type heater Before beginning the installation you should check with local building officials to assure compliance with local regulations and codes This heater is safety
41. rn the heater at the normal rate for for this hour then turn it back to a slower burn just before going to bed This procedure will help drive excess moisture and gases out of the coal and minimize soot buildup during the night This procedure also minimizes the liklinood of backpuffing CAC 11 8 DO NOT OVERFIRE THE HEATER If any part of the heater or chimney connector becomes red hot the heater is being overfired Immediately turn the heater s thermostat to LO and keep the fuel feed door and ash removal door closed until the heater cools MINIMUM FIRE ADJUSTMENT Soot is more likely to accumulate in the chimney connector and chimney liner during extended periods of low firing This accumulation can be reduced by proper setting of the air shutter on the ash door see figure 9 Rotating the air shutter to allow more air into the fire chamber will increase the rate of the minimum fire and reduce the accumula tion Exoerience in a particular heating situation will give guidance in choosing the best setting Setting changes are made with common pliers Set the shutter to the largest opening and use a smaller opening only if the heat output cannot be adequately controlled by the thermostat COAL FACTS Anthracite coal known as hard coal is the only coal with a uniform sizing scale before leaving the coal mine it is graded into one to the following categories Nut from 13 16 to 1 5 8 in diameter Stove from 1 5 8 to 2 7
42. stible surfaces than indicated by Figures 1 through 4 if a clearance reduction system is also installed to protect combustible ceiling and wall near the heater and chimney connector However there are limits as to how close the heater and chimney connector can be installed to combustible surfaces protected by a clearance reductions system A correctly installed clearance reduction system protects the combustible surfaces well beyond the sides and above the top of the heater and beyond the sides and top of the chimney connector pipe 8 CAC Two common types of clearance reductions systems use sheet metal with a thickness of 28 gauge galvanized steel aluminum copper or a 3 1 2 inch 4 inch thick nominal thick masonry wall Either of these materials must be spaced out 1 inch from the combustible surfaces With sheet metal noncombustible spacers are used to maintain the 1 inch air space With a masonry wall metal wall ties and furring strips if needed are used to anchor the brick to the wall To avoid excessive heat transmission the spacers or wall ties should not be placed directly behind the heater or chimney connector The 1 inch air space provides free air circulation It is essential that there be openings at the top and bottom of these clearance reducers so cool air can enter at the bottom and warm air exit at the top It is the chimney effect whereby when the air in the space is heated it rises exiting from the top and being replace
43. this type problem is to reduce the air lost from the room or provide a source for air to enter the room 2 Check the pipes connecting the heater to the chimney for loose or unsealed joints that may allow air to leak into the chimney system 3 Examine your method of building and tending the fire in the heater If you add too much fresh coal at each refueling or attempt to operate the heater at too low a combustion rate for the amount of coal present in the firebox your failure to follow proper practices may be causing the problem Also check for ash buildup in the ash pan Ashes can restrict air flow through the burning coal 4 Check the height of the chimney A chimney that is too short will not develop sufficient draft or allow wind to interfere with the draft See figure 11 for correct chimney height 5 Check the chimney for cracks or holes that might allow air to leak into the chimney If the chimney is equipped with an ash clean out be sure the door is closed and fits tightly The door may have to be temporarily sealed with tape or furnace cement to be as air tight as required An excellent way to check an exterior chimney for leaks is to preform a smoke test building a small coal fire in the heater adding a small amount of coal to the fire to make it smoke heavily momentarily blocking the top of the chimney and watching for smoke to leak out of any opening or cracks 6 Check the entire system for obstructions that could be causing resistan
44. xcessive temperatures on the floor beneath the heater Itis important however that a combustible floor be protected by a 3 8 inch minimum thick noncombustible inorganic millboard having a thermal conductivity of K 0 43 BTU ft in hr F or a listed floor protector beneath the heater extending beyond the heater as shown by figure 5 The floor covering is required to prevent damage or possible ignition from sparks or glowing embers that might escape the heater during refueling or ash removal or drop from the joints of the chimney connector CHIMNEY CONNECTOR AND CHIMNEYS tis very Important to assure sate and satistactory performance from your heater that it be properly connected to a correctly constructed and maintained chimney If a Listed High Temperature Type HT Factory Built Residential and Building Heating Appliance Chimney is used follow the chimney manufacturer s installation instructions carefully If a masonry chimney is to be used be sure F it is constructed to the National Fire Protection Association N F P A and local code standards A copy of the N F P A 211 RISE Chimney Fireplaces Vents and solid Fuel Burning Appliances 0 EGELEACH EDORE may be obtained from N F P A Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy or CONNECTOR MA 02269 LENGTH e gt oe The Chimney connector pipe from heater to chimney must be 6 inches in diameter and made from 24 gauge or heavier steel The length of the chimney connector and number
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