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Vermont Castings EWF36 Homeowner's Installation And Operating Manual

Vermont Castings EWF36 Homeowner's Installation And Operating Manual

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SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, OPERATED AND MAIN-
5167
EPA36
TAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT.
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO
3/02
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
EWF36A
Fireplace
Homeowner's
Installation and
Operating Manual
20005167 1/08 Rev. 14

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  • Page 1 SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, OPERATED AND MAIN- 5167 EPA36 TAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. cover TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO 3/02 FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Vermont Castings EWF36A Thank you for purchasing a Vermont Castings, EWF36A fireplace. An efficient fireplace carefully engineered to bring you the latest in wood combustion principles and modern foundry technology. You can count on years of comfortable heating and pleasurable fire viewing if you treat it properly and operate the EWF36A according to the directions in this owner’s guide.

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Please Read This Manual Before Installing and Using Fireplace 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. Description The EWF36A fireplace is a solid fuel, woodburning, heat circulating fireplace.

  • Page 4: Specifications

    Vermont Castings EWF36A EWF36A Range of heat output* ... 11,300 - 75,500 Btu/hr Maximum heat output** ... in excess of 100,000 Btu/hr EPA emissions rating (g/h, catalytic) ...2.4* Area heated*** ... Up to 2500 sq. ft. (558 sq. m) Size of wood splits ...18” - 24” (450-610mm) Fuel Capacity ...
  • Page 5 Chase Installation Insulation methods shown are optional for cold climate, not a requirement for unit operation. Batt Insulation (cut out around fire- stop) Firestop Ceiling Level Batt Insula- tion MUST be used in the Chase. Outside Air Cover Plate Fig. 2 Fireplace and chase parts identification. 20005167 Vermont Castings EWF36A Termination Cap...
  • Page 6 Vermont Castings EWF36A Chimney Requirements - Offset Installations CHIMNEY FLUE EXIT Rise 6 FT. Offset Hearth Floor Example 1 Notes: G + H cannot exceed 20 feet. Air Space Clearances: “S” Series (3-wall) = 2” Min. to Combustibles Illustration Key The following safety rules apply to offset installations (letters correspond with illustration above):...

  • Page 7: Planning Information

    Planning an installation is very important to ensure safety and to save time and money. An installer must predetermine where a fireplace will be set and how the chimney system will be run. NOTE: If installing the EWF36CFTK at a later date and if the hearth is being raised in front of the firepalce, the fireplace must be raised to the same height.

  • Page 8: Installation

    Vermont Castings EWF36A Chimney Supports The chimney system is supported by the fireplace for vertical chimney heights less than 30’ (9m) above the hearth. Chimney supports are required if the vertical height exceeds 30’ (9m). Locate chimney supports at ceiling holes or other structural framing at 30’ (9m) heights.
  • Page 9 Framing Framing can be constructed before or after the fireplace is set in place, however, most installers build the frame before setting the fireplace. Frame fireplace with 2 x 4 lumber or heavier materi- als. Refer to framing dimensions in Figure 1 for basic fireplace specifications.
  • Page 10 Vermont Castings EWF36A Ceiling Chimney Hole/ Possible Obstructions The size of the hole in ceiling will vary with the angle at which the chimney passes through ceiling. Drive a nail up through ceiling at marked chimney center point. Go to floor above and see where hole will be cut.
  • Page 11 Fig. 12 Fasten fireplace in position. FP1197 EPA36 Installating Outside Air Kit nailing flanges 3/20/02 djt An outside air kit may be installed on the EWF36A. If desired, or if local codes mandate the use of an air kit, then two (2) AK-MSTs are required to complete the installation (from air kit to the outdoors).
  • Page 12 Vermont Castings EWF36A exposed when cover plate is removed. Retain for future use. 2. Slide the two (2) air duct assemblies provided with the unit into the openings on each side of the unit. (Fig. 14) 3. Attach the air duct assemblies to the inside panel with four (4) screws removed in Step 1.
  • Page 13 Installing the Firestop Spacer in the Ceiling Hole A firestop spacer is used to keep pipe spaced properly and required for safety. Nail the firestop spacer (at each corner) to the framing members of the ceiling hole. NOTE: A firestop spacer is not required at the roof.
  • Page 14 Vermont Castings EWF36A Penetrating the Roof Run pipe to roofline. Since chimney system must be vented to the out-of-doors, you must use an approved CFM Corporation termination. If a chase is used, refer to the installation manual pro- vided with the termination cap. Locate Chimney Centerpoint on Roof Use same procedure detailed in locating center point of the flue system.
  • Page 15 Finish Wall Finish the wall with material of your choice. Do not install a combustible mantel shelf less than 12” (305 mm) above the firebox grille opening. Do not install a mantel face plate less than 6” (159 mm) from top of grille opening.
  • Page 16 Vermont Castings EWF36A Examples of wall shield insulation: 1. Manville - CERAFORM 126, K=.27, 1/2 inches thick 2. EH2416, K = .458, 1 inch thick required. Hearth Installation A hearth extension is required to protect a combustible floor in front of the fireplace. Refer to Figure 26 for mini- mum dimensions and mounting detail.
  • Page 17 Minimum Wall Clearances WITH Noncombustible Surround Facing 4" Brick (Example material) Firebox Opening A - Min. clearance to combustible perpendicular wall B - Min. clearance Side to combustible Wall perpendicular wall when using noncombustible wall shield* Combustible material permitted within shaded area. * Noncombustible wall shield requires 1"...

  • Page 18: Attach Handles

    Vermont Castings EWF36A Attach Handles The fallaway handles are used to open and close the front doors. Remove after each use so they will not get hot. Keep in convenient location for each use. (Fig. 27) Assemble the primary air control and damper handles by passing the 3³⁄₈”...
  • Page 19 The Fan Heated air from the fireplace is forced into the room by an internal fan. The control for the fan is in the right corner of the unit. “Off” is to the far left. “High” is just to the right of “Off.” “Low”...
  • Page 20 Vermont Castings EWF36A Starting and Maintaining a Wood Fire Burn solid wood fuel only in the EWF36A, and burn it directly on the grate. Do not elevate the fuel. Do not burn coal or other fuels. Minimize thermal stress by allowing the plates to adjust gradually during an initial break-in fire by following Steps 1-3 below.
  • Page 21 Different results may be experienced even in the same installation if you switch from burning good, dry wood to wood that is partially rotted or inadequately seasoned. To compensate for these factors in cold climates, it may be necessary to operate the EWF36A with the air con- trol set to a higher level more of the time.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    Vermont Castings EWF36A Keep your EWF36A Fireplace Looking New and Working Its Best Care of the Cast Iron Surface An occasional dusting with a dry rag will keep the painted cast iron of your EWF36A fireplace looking new. If the paint needs retouching, first allow the surface to cool completely.
  • Page 23 When to Suspect a Combustor Problem The best way to evaluate the performance of your EWF36A’s combustor is to observe the amount of smoke leaving the chimney - both when the combustor has “lighted-off” and when it has not. Follow these steps: •...
  • Page 24 Vermont Castings EWF36A Replaceable Fiberglass Gaskets Gasket Size..And The Parts It Seals 1/2” The door to the front 5/8” Door to the hearth brick support 3/16” The glass seal to the door 1/2” Cat holder to top plate 1/2” Braided Damper to top plate Should you need to change a replaceable gasket, wait until the fire is out and the stove has cooled.
  • Page 25 The prefabricated chimney used with your fireplace should be cleaned from above using an 8” round brush and the appropriate number of extension rods for com- plete access. 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.
  • Page 26 Vermont Castings EWF36A Component Chimney Support Firestop Attic Insulation Shield Traditional Top Housing Housing Extension Contemporary Chase Top Termination Contemporary Flashing Chimney Sections Chimney Elbows Round Top Termination Extended Round Top Chase Termination Chimney Components Description Used to support chimney for each of 30’...

  • Page 27: Replacement Parts

    EWF36CFTK EWF36CLK CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. EWF36A Fireplace For unit FA3ECB Ref. Description Damper Damper Rod Damper rod Clamp CS, Hex hd 3/8-16 x 1¹⁄₄” Full Thd .375 Washer Damper Clamp Damper Link Assy.
  • Page 28 Vermont Castings EWF36A EWF36A Fireplace Ref. Description Glass Right Door - EPA Front Right, Door Handle Assy. Vert. Nickel Damper Steel Handle w/Screw Handle, Ceramic Blk 2.78 Lg Ov Hd Sl 1/4-20 x 3/375 Lg Linkage Assy. Pawl, Top Pawl, Bottom Link, EPA FP Front CS, Soc But hd 1/4-20 x 5/8 - Blk Nut, Hex 1/4-20 Plain...

  • Page 29: Optional Accessories

    Fan Kit FK26 Fan The FK26 fan helps distribute heated air from within the firebox out into the room. The fan is controlled by a snapstat that turns power on and off as the firebox tem- perature rises above and falls below a preset tempera- ture.
  • Page 30 Vermont Castings EWF36A 20005167...

  • Page 31: 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 32 CFM Corporation 2695 Meadowvale Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5N 8A3 800-668-5323 • www.cfmcorp.com...

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