Vermont Castings Pinnacle & Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters
PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings stove.
IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
Stove Dimensions ............................................................................................................................. 4
Clearance Requirements .................................................................................................................. 5
Mantel Clearances ............................................................................................................................ 6
Hearth Requirements ........................................................................................................................ 6
Gas Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 6
High Elevations ................................................................................................................................. 7
Horizontal Termination ...................................................................................................................... 7
Vertical Termination .......................................................................................................................... 8
Vent Termination Clearances ............................................................................................................ 8
Termination Clearances .................................................................................................................. 11
Vent Components ........................................................................................................................... 12
Tools/Materials Required ................................................................................................................ 13
Parts Bag Contents ......................................................................................................................... 13
Firebox Preparation ......................................................................................................................... 13
Heater Shell Assembly .................................................................................................................... 14
Install the Firebox ............................................................................................................................ 15
Connect Gas Supply Line ............................................................................................................... 25
Burner Information .......................................................................................................................... 25
Complete the Assembly .................................................................................................................. 25
Thermostat Connection ................................................................................................................... 26
Install the Log Set ........................................................................................................................... 27
Operable Doors ............................................................................................................................... 28
Your First Fire .................................................................................................................................. 28
Pilot and Burner Inspection ............................................................................................................. 28
Flame Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 28
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................. 31
Annual System Inspection ............................................................................................................... 38
Logset and Burner Cleaning ........................................................................................................... 38
Care of Cast Iron ............................................................................................................................. 38
Cleaning the Glass .......................................................................................................................... 38
Glass Replacement ......................................................................................................................... 38
Gasket Replacement ....................................................................................................................... 39
Stove Disassembly .......................................................................................................................... 40
Wiring Diagrams .............................................................................................................................. 40
Replacement Parts ....................................................................................................................................... 41
Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................................... 44
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................ 46
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