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NON-CATALYTIC UNITS
MODEL 18

SAFETY NOTICE

FEATURES
PREPARATIONS
INSTALLATION
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
SAFETY
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
CONCERNING
RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTIONS IN YOUR AREA.
MANUFACTURED BY NEW BUCK CORPORATION - SPRUCE PINE, NC 28777
THIS PRODUCT IS LISTED BY WARNOCK-HERSEY INTERNATIONAL, INC. TO THE UL
STANDARD NO. 1482.
REVISED AUGUST 2001

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  • Page 1: Safety Notice

    CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING FIRE OFFICIALS CONCERNING RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTIONS IN YOUR AREA. MANUFACTURED BY NEW BUCK CORPORATION - SPRUCE PINE, NC 28777 THIS PRODUCT IS LISTED BY WARNOCK-HERSEY INTERNATIONAL, INC. TO THE UL STANDARD NO. 1482. REVISED AUGUST 2001...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Instructions...…..3 SECTION I: Introduction...…...4 SECTION II: Masonry Insert Installation...5 Installation Preparation-Fireplace...7 Mounting the Trim Panels...…...8 SECTION III: Pre-Fab Insert Installation...…...11 SECTION IV: Residential Freestanding Installation...15 Freestanding Installation Clearances...…...17 Alcove Installation Clearances...…...23 SECTION V: Freestanding Mobile Home Installation...25 Installation of Close Clearance Shields...…...27 SECTION VI: Wood Heater Safety...…...32 SECTION VII: Operation...…...33...

  • Page 5: Important Instructions

    FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM. * A factory-built prefabricated chimney may be used for your units when installed in compliance with the manufacturer's specification and uniform building code. MODEL 18 READ THIS FIRST WARNING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE “DO NOT INSTALL IN SLEEPING...

  • Page 6: Section I: Introduction

    CAUTION YOUR CHIMNEY MUST BE CORRECTLY SIZED. A CHIMNEY THAT IS TOO SMALL OR LARGE IN DIAMETER, OR TOO SHORT, CAN CAUSE YOUR STOVE TO SPILL SMOKE WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED. SECTION I INTRODUCTION Your Buck Stove non-catalytic unit designed meet most...

  • Page 7: Section Ii: Masonry Insert Installation

    MASONRY INSERT INSTALLATION The Model 18 may be installed using an all masonry fireplace built in accordance with the Uniform Building Code and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The first step in this type of installation is to determine the acceptability of the fireplace and chimney for use with a woodstove.
  • Page 8 *The “K” factor represents the thermal conductivity of a material and is the time rate of heat flow through a homogeneous material under steady-state conditions, through unit area, per unit temperature gradient in the direction perpendicular to a surface. = 3/8 inch 13.0 18.0 Required Thickness 1/8" 3.2" 3.2"...

  • Page 9: Installation Preparation-Fireplace

    POSSIBLE TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION If you decide to install your own stove, there are several hand tools you may need to do the job. If you do not already have them, they are readily available at most hardware stores. Caulking gun Large adjustable wrench (may not be needed) Drop Cloths...

  • Page 10: Mounting The Trim Panels

    INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3 3. Slide the unit out of the fireplace far enough to work behind the trim panel reference lines. 4. Mount the side trim panels. (See Figure 3.) Position the trim panel on the reference line. b.
  • Page 11 7. Next using high heat silicone or furnace cement, run heavy bead of caulking around where panels meet the stove. (See Figure 4.) 8. Using the brass trim provided with kit, place side brass trim (with straight edge down) over each outer edge of side trim panel.

  • Page 12: Final Check

    1. Recheck the specified clearances. 2. Remove all foreign material from the firebox area. 3. Open the primary air draft. NOTE: Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet. Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and sharp objects. Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping, etc.

  • Page 13: Section Iii: Pre-Fab Insert Installation

    ZERO CLEARANCE INSERT INSTALLATION The Model 18 may be installed into any UL listed prefabricated fireplace that is large enough to accept it. MINIMUM CLEARANCES Except for “NOTE(S)”, FOLLOW MASONRY INSTALLATION CLEARANCES FOUND IN YOUR OPERATIONS MANUAL. INSTALLATION PREPARATION Pre-Fab Zero Clearance Fireplace 1.
  • Page 14 HT-2100 degree UL Listed pipe, one of the two following methods must be met: HEATER INSTALLATION 1. There are two listed and tested methods of installation of the Model 18 heater into a zero- clearance or pre-fab fireplace. A. 6" Increaser 1.
  • Page 15 MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES INCREASER FIGURE A PACK TIGHT WITH CERAMIC WOOL (DO NOT USE GLASS WOOL) 6” FLEX PIPE OR ADJUSTABLE ELBOW FIGURE B...
  • Page 16 2. To complete this installation, follow the basic masonry fireplace trim kit instructions EXCEPT: The trim kit may have to be cut down in size so as not to block any cooling vents/chambers of the Zero Clearance Fireplace. 3. To complete methods 1 and 2, position the heater into the ZC Fireplace and center the flue exit under the connection.

  • Page 17: Section Iv: Residential Freestanding Installation

    RESIDENTIAL FREESTANDING INSTALLATION MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL PREPARING THE STOVE FOR INSTALLATION 1. Remove the protective plastic wrapping from the unit. 2. Inspect the unit for any obvious physical damage. NOTE: Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet. Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation, from heat and sharp objects.
  • Page 18 *The “K” factor represents the thermal conductivity of a material and is the time rate of heat flow through a homogeneous material under steady-state conditions, through unit area, per unit temperature gradient in the direction perpendicular to a surface. = 3/8 inch 13.0 18.0 Required Thickness 1/8" 3.2" 3.2"...

  • Page 19: Freestanding Installation Clearances

    CLEARANCES FOR MODEL -18 RESIDENTIAL FREESTANDING INSTALLATION MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES NOTE: All clearances are to combustibles without low clearance shields and using single wall pipe and minimum floor protector. NFPA-211 codes if available or follow instructions on next page.
  • Page 20 Ceiling Exits: These models are designed for connection to: (1) Simpson Duravent - Dura Black (2) Metal Fab (3) Ameritec - BSR NOTE: This room heater must be converted to (1) a chimney complying with the requirements for Type HT chimneys in the Standard for chimneys, Factory-Built, Residential, Type and Building Heating Appliance, UL 103, or (2) a code approved masonry chimney with a flue liner.
  • Page 21 B. WALL EXIT INTO METAL TEE-BOX 1. Mark the plumb line on the wall directly behind the center of the heater. (See Figure 7.) NOTE: When using 24# ga. minimum blue or black steel pipe, maintain 18" between pipe and ceiling.
  • Page 22 1. Before connecting these units to a masonry chimney, determine that the masonry fireplace wall pass-through connector thimble meets the NFPA-211 Code and local building codes and is a minimum of 18" from the ceiling. If the connector thimble does not meet these codes, the pass-through connector must be modified. (See Figure 8.)
  • Page 23 2. After locating the center of the hole, install the ceiling support box, chimney flashing and rain cap. 3. Next, install an optional New Buck Corporation chimney connector to the flue exit of the heater or you may use “Ell” brackets to fasten the pipe to the stove. See Figure 9.
  • Page 24 CEILING SUPPORT BOX SINGLE WALL PIPE OPTIONAL CHIMNEY CONNECTOR Figure 9 Close Clearance Installation using: (1) 6" Simpson Dura-Vent single wall chimney connector (Dura Black) and 6" Simpson Dura-Vent 2100 Deg HT (Type DP) chimney or (2) 6" Metal Fab Type single wall connector and 6" Metal Fab 2100 HT chimney or (3) Ameritec.

  • Page 25: Alcove Installation Clearances

    ALCOVE INSTALLATION NOTE: Clearances to be used with double wall pipe and low clearance shield. MODEL 18 8" 10" * Floor Protector at rear needed for through-the-wall exit only. CLEARANCES FIGURE 10 12" 7" 16" 8" DOUBLE WALL PIPE 8"...
  • Page 26 1. Recheck the specified clearances. 2. Remove all foreign material from the firebox area. 3. Open the primary air draft. NOTE: Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet. Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and sharp objects. Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping, etc.

  • Page 27: Section V: Freestanding Mobile Home Installation

    These models are designed for connection to Simpson Dura-vent, Metal Fab and Ameritec HT-103 2100º F pipe. SECTION V INSTALLATION FLOOR PROTECTION = 3/8 inch 13.0 18.0 CHIMNEY Required Thickness 1/8" 3.2" 3.2" 5.2" 7.2"...
  • Page 28 CLEARANCES FOR MODEL -18 RESIDENTIAL FREESTANDING INSTALLATION AND MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES USING SINGLE WALL PIPE AND LOW CLEARANCE SHIELDS MODEL 18 8" NOTE: All clearances are to combustibles using single wall pipe and all optional low clearance shields and minimum floor protector.

  • Page 29: Installation Of Close Clearance Shields

    INSTALLATION OF CLOSE CLEARANCE SHIELDS (Optional) Take rear close clearance shield and align it with the pre-punched holes in the rear skin of stove. Insert self-tapping screws through the shields into the stove. Next, take side shield (end with the holes goes toward the rear of the stove) and insert the screws through the holes in the side shield into the rear shield.
  • Page 30 TOOLS FOR INSTALLATION Drop cloth 3/32" Metal drill bit 5/16" magnetic socket chuck adapter, 5/16" wrench (box or socket) or adjustable wrench Jigsaw with masonry, metal and wood blades WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM PREPARING THE HEATER FOR INSTALLATION 1.
  • Page 31 6. Check that the pedestal stand is still aligned with the marks. Mark the outside air opening of the stand on the pad. 7. Next, mark the center line of the outside air opening. Set stand aside. 8. Next, cut a 4 1/4" diameter hole in the pad and continue through the floor. THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME FLOOR MUST BE MAINTAINED.
  • Page 32 RAIN CAP 24" min. (610 mm) FLASHING OUTSIDE AIR DUCT THROUGH FLOOR WHEN MOBLE HOME IS NOT UNDERPENNED For ceiling exit using close clearance listed chimney 1. Suspend a plumb bob from the ceiling above the unit so that the weight is hanging in the center of the flue exit.
  • Page 33 (b) Chimney pipe height is at least 2 feet higher than any part of the roof within 10 feet of the chimney. (See Figure 12.) 4. Next, install a New Buck Corporation chimney connector to the flue of the heater or use 3 “ELL” brackets and secure to the top of the heater and pipe.

  • Page 34: Section Vi: Wood Heater Safety

    4. Place crumpled pieces of newspaper in the stove. Light it and close the doors. Ensure that the stove draws properly through the primary draft. 5. Check for smoke leaks around the doors. 6. Open the doors and check for smoke escaping from the front of the stove. Smoking usually indicates a defective or poorly positioned chimney.

  • Page 35: Section Vii: Operation

    The chimney and chimney connector should be inspected once every two months. Any build- up of soot should be removed to prevent the risk of a chimney fire. To remove chimney or chimney connector: Remove screws or fasteners. Remove pipe and clean with steel brush. Replace chimney or chimney connector, and replace screws and/or fasteners.
  • Page 36 1. Open the door. 2. Open the primary air control located on right side of stove under hearth. To close push all the way in. To open pull all the way out. Use air setting, located on primary air handle, for low, low-medium, medium-high, and high.

  • Page 37: Section Viii: Room Air Blower Operation

    SECTION VIII ROOM AIR BLOWER OPERATION Your heater is equipped with a room air blower. For operation and wiring see below. NOTE: Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet. Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and sharp objects. Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping, etc.

  • Page 38: Section Ix: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Sluggish heater Obstruction in chimney Improperly sealed trim kit or direct connect kit Wet or unseasoned wood being burned. Poor chimney draft SECTION IX POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Check for and remove obstruction (a) Check trim kit gasketing seal to fireplace and gasket as necessary to seal unit.
  • Page 39 PROBLEM High fuel consumption Backpuffing Smoke rollout when heater door is opened. POSSIBLE CAUSE Improper regulation of draft or inlet air Improper door fitting Gusts of Wind Wind gusts blowing down the chimney Opening heater door too fast SOLUTION ( a) Close inlet air control as much as possible to maintain desired heat output.
  • Page 40 The Model 18 heater meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Emission limits for wood heaters sold after July 1, 1992. Under specific conditions this heater has been shown to deliver heat at rates ranging from approximately 10,000 to 45,000 BTU/Hr for the Model 18. WOOD STOVE 1.

  • Page 41: Parts List

    REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR THE MODEL 18 Description 1. Air Control Bar 2. Door Handle Assembly 3. Door Roping 3/4" 4. Glass Gasket 5. Inside Motor Plate Blanket 6. Outdoor Motor Plate Blanket 7. Door Gold 8. Door Black 9. Thermostat 110 disc 10.

  • Page 42: Warranty

    NEW BUCK CORPORATION (NBC) "LIMITED WARRANTY" FOR THE BUCK STOVE PLEASE READ THIS WARRANTY CAREFULLY PRODUCTS COVERED This warranty covers the new Buck Stove heating unit, so long as it is owned by the original purchaser, including optional and standard accessories purchased at the same time, subject to terms, limitations, and conditions herein set out.
  • Page 43 Express Warranty. C. New Buck Corporation is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with the use of the product including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during periods of malfunction or non-use.

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