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Vermont Castings WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Installation And Operating Manual

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SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, OPERATED AND MAIN-
TAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN
DEATH. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION
INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.
Do Not Discard This Manual: Retain for Future Use
0941
Winter Warm Cover
3/01
WinterWarm
Fireplace Insert
or System
Homeowner's
Installation and
Operating Manual
For Use in North America
2000941 1/06 Rev. 15

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  • Page 1 SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, OPERATED AND MAIN- TAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN 0941 DEATH.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Thank you for purchasing a Vermont Castings’ WinterWarm, an efficient fireplace carefully engineered to bring you the latest in wood combustion principles and modern foundry technology. The WinterWarm masonry Fireplace Insert turns a traditional masonry fireplace into a powerful heater; the Winter- Warm Fireplace System combines an insulated metal cabinet with the Fireplace Insert so that it may be installed in close-clearance situations where no masonry fireplace and chimney exists.

  • Page 3: Specifications

    (121 mm) 15���" (394 mm) 36" 41" 29���" (759 mm) 25���" 0941 Winter Warm Specs WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System 37���" (959 mm) 8" (203 mm) (676 mm) 12���" 12���" (327 mm) (327 mm) Top View / System Cabinet 13���"...

  • Page 4: Operation

    WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Your WinterWarm’s Controls and What They Do Three controls regulate the performance of your Win- terWarm: A primary air control supplies oxygen for the fire, a damper directs air flow within the fireplace, and a variable-speed fan control, or rheostat, regulates the warm air flow into the room.
  • Page 5 Do not for any reason attempt to increase the firing of your heater by altering the air control adjustment range outlined in these directions. WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Use the Air Control Settings that Work Best for You...
  • Page 6 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Use the following air control settings as a starting point to help determine the best settings for your installation. Each is described as a fraction of the total distance the lever may be moved from right to left.

  • Page 7: Damper Settings

    “high” for 10-15 minutes, then close the damper. If the ember bed is less than 3 - 4” (76 - 102mm), you may have to let it burn longer. Finally, adjust the air control and fan speed for your desired heat level. WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System...
  • Page 8 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System NOTE: If the charcoal bed is relatively thick and your fuel is well-seasoned, it is possible to add fresh fuel (smaller pieces first), close the door and damper, and reset the air control within five minutes.

  • Page 9: Maintenance

    CAUTION: Never use your household or shop vacuum cleaner to remove ash from the fireplace; always re- move and dispose of the ash properly. 2000941 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Section II Maintenance Keep your WinterWarm Looking New and Working Its Best...
  • Page 10 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Adjust the Door Latch Periodically The front door of the WinterWarm should close securely to prevent accidental opening and should close tightly to prevent air from leaking into the fire chamber. The door handle will be positioned vertically when the door is closed.
  • Page 11 It is possible for the glass to be damaged if the clips have been installed incorrectly and the door is closed with force. WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Permanent WinterWarm Gaskets ...And The Parts It Seals 1/2”...
  • Page 12 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Adjust the Damper as Needed Examine your WinterWarm’s damper after the first 50 hours of use and adjust it if necessary. Thereafter, check the damper at least once a year and adjust as needed. Both fine and coarse adjustments to the damper are possible.
  • Page 13 2. Remove the grate. 3. Remove the throat pieces as described above 2000941 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System 4. Tip the lower fireback forward, and remove it by lift- ing it up and toward you. 5. Carefully remove the access panel. (Fig. 15) It is extremely delicate and should be handled as little as possible.
  • Page 14 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System • Check the combustor and the bottom of the refractory chamber for a build-up of fly ash, and remove any ash by taking the combustor outside and gently blowing air through the element. Do not brush the surface, as this could damage the element.
  • Page 15 The chimney cap first must be removed following the procedure recommended by the manufacturer. After thoroughly cleaning the chimney, reinstall the chimney cap according to the manufacturer’s directions. 2000941 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System WinterWarm Maintenance Schedule Fireplace: Daily: •...
  • Page 16 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System LEFT RHEOSTAT Left Receptacle Large WinterWarm Wiring Diagram Wireway Legend Black Wire (Hot) White Wire (Neutral) Green Wire (Ground) Female Terminal Loop Terminal Wirenut Wire Number Ground Screw (Green) Socket Housing Pin Housing Socket FP1301...

  • Page 17: Preparing A Masonry Chimney

    WinterWarm. A chimney on an outside wall with a large 2000941 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System flue, for example, may not heat up enough to sustain an adequate draft. Such a flue can often be improved if it is relined to reduce its size and/or insulated to keep it warmer.
  • Page 18 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Fireplace Minimums A. Width at Face 34” (864 mm) B. Width at 18¹⁄₂” depth 22” (559 mm) C. Depth 19” (483 mm) D. Height at Face 24” (610 mm) E. Height at 19¹⁄₂” depth 16” (406 mm) F.
  • Page 19 Flex Connector from extending up to the flue or may be possible only after special work has been done. WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System The Chimney Connector Sealing Requirements The Flex Connector System...
  • Page 20 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System 1/4” (6mm) Bolt 1/4” (6mm) Pipe Support Block-Off Plate 1/4” (6mm) Screw 1/4” (6mm) Washer 1/4” (6mm) Wing Nut Fig. 22 Components of the Flex Connector System. FP1087 Consult a Vermont Castings’ Authorized Dealer for in- stallation suggestions.
  • Page 21 35⁹⁄₁₆" tall by 51¹⁄₂" wide (903 mm tall by 1308 mm wide). 2000941 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Custom-made surround panels may be made from any noncombustible material, with the following restrictions: The maximum suggested thickness of the surround material is determined by both flue collar position and...

  • Page 22: Installing The Fireplace System Cabinet

    WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Section IV: Installing the Fireplace System Cabinet The insulated metal cabinet included with the Win- terWarm Fireplace System enables the WinterWarm Fireplace Insert to be installed in minimum-clearance situations and where no masonry fireplace or chimney exists, such as in new home construction or in renova- tion.
  • Page 23 The WinterWarm Fireplace System is listed for use in the United States with seven 8” (203 mm) diameter chimney systems that have been listed to High Temper- ature (H.T.) Chimney Standard UL-103-1985 (2100°F). WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Chase Front Chase Side 39¹⁄₂” (1003 mm) 12”...
  • Page 24 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Chimney Cap Flashing Storm Collar Roof Support Package Firestops Chimney Section Anchor Plate Front Cabinet Fig. 30 Typical chimney components used in the installation of a WinterWarm Fireplace System. FP1094 The listed chimneys and their manufacturers are:...
  • Page 25 4. A 3” x 38” (76 mm x 965 mm) strip of sheet metal (included in your Fireplace System) must be placed as a spark protector painted-side up underneath the joint between the front of the cabinet and the venti- lated plinth. WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Plywood Shim FP1109 WinterWarm raised hearth...
  • Page 26 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Electrical Requirements The WinterWarm Cabinet has a removable junction box located on the bottom front corner of the left side. This enables the wiring to be completed before the cabinet is installed if desired. The junction box houses two receptacles, one for the WinterWarm column fans and the other for the optional cabinet blower.
  • Page 27 Keep in mind that while combustible material must not be brought inside the combustible limits, 2000941 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System it is entirely permissible to extend noncombustible facing materials beyond those limits to achieve a particular decorative effect.

  • Page 28: Chimney Connector

    WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Prepare and Install WinterWarm Cabinet 1. Unpack the carton. 2. Install the flex connector. Install the flex connector and attached flue flange to the underside of the cabinet top using eight #10-1/2” hex head sheet metal screws.
  • Page 29 2000941 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System In addition, combustible edge molding must not pro- trude into the room more than 2” (51mm) from the panel surface.
  • Page 30 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System To switch for optional cabi- net blower Lower receptacle for cabinet blower power cord only FP1123 Junction box 5/23/01 djt Electrical bridge removed Fig. 45 Wiring for an installation using the optional cabinet convection blower kit. When the kit is not used, only the upper receptacle is live.
  • Page 31 Once the vent grilles have been installed, you are ready to complete the installation by installing the fire cham- ber and the front. Elevated Base FP1126 Cabinet Convection Blower Housing FP1127 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System...
  • Page 32 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Section V: Completing the WinterWarm Installation Prepare and Install the WinterWarm Firechamber 1. Uncrate the WinterWarm Fire Chamber. Uncrate the WinterWarm Firechamber and place it mounted on its shipping pallet about 24” (610mm) in front of its final destination —...
  • Page 33 The rod must be passed throught the latticework panel when you install the front. (Refer to Page 32, Step 7) 2000941 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System e. Loosely fasten the air duct to the shroud with two screws (one upper front and one lower rear). Place a level on the Outside Air Duct and level it before tighten- ing these two screws.
  • Page 34 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Prepare and Install the WinterWarm Front Do not remove the WinterWarm Front from its ship- ping container until the directions indicate to do so. The installation of the front is much easier if you partially assemble some of the components before removing it from the container.
  • Page 35 Cabinet Convec- tion Blower Kit. If you are unsure of how to make any of these connec- tions contact your local Vermont Castings’ Authorized Dealer. WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System 2-Prong Fan Plug 4-Prong Wire- way Plug...
  • Page 36 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System 10. Install and Adjust the Controls. The rods that operate the WinterWarm’s primary air, fan, and damper should be installed before mounting the column capitals and mantel. Two of the rods are 1/4” (6mm) and are controls for the fan and the primary air.
  • Page 37 2000941 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System 15. (Fireplace Systems only) Install the Plinth. The plinth assembly consists of a pre-assembled plinth center and front, two plinth end caps, two plinth connec- tors, and six hex head screws (1/4-20 x 1/2”...
  • Page 38 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System 121 Assembled (120 + 117 + 124) 7 34 CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. WinterWarm Large Insert...
  • Page 39 40. #8-32 Hex Top Lock Nut 41. Upper Thermostat Wire Link 42. 5/16” Hole Plug 43. Firebox Back 2000941 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Item Description 44. Secondary Thermostat 45. 10-24 x 1/4” Phillips Pan Head Screw 46. Secondary Air Flap Part Number 47.
  • Page 40 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System WinterWarm Large Insert Model 2100 (continued) Item Description 87. Door 88. Half Hinge, Door (No pin) Upper 89. Glass Cassette (Approx. 22” x 13”) 90. Gasket, 3/16 Fiberglass 4ND Black 91. Glass Retainer, Lower 92. Glass Retainer, Upper (2 required) 94.
  • Page 41 JSC 8 AF2 8TG F24 8H-CFH JSC 8 AF3 8TG FT 8H-CFS 8H-SSL9 JSC 8 DCS 8TG RS 8H-SRL9 8TG SB WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System 9201 8 SP 8T-AP 9216 8 L3 8T-36 9206 8 L2 8T-18 9219 8 L18...
  • Page 42 WinterWarm Fireplace Insert or System Appendix: Catalytic Combustor In any chemical reaction, including the combustion process, there are certain conditions which must be met before the reaction can take place. For example, a reaction may require a certain temperature, or a certain concentration of the reactants (the combustion gases and oxygen), or a certain amount of time.

  • Page 43: Limited 1 Year Warranty

    Warranty Limited 3 Year Warranty CFM Corporation warrants that this woodburning stove will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years from the date you receive it, except that the catalyst, thermostat assembly, handles, glass door panels, cement, and gasketing shall be warranted as described below.
  • Page 44 CFM Corporation 2695 Meadowvale Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5N 8A3 800-668-5323 • www.cfmcorp.com © CFM Corporation...

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