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Installation
and Operation
Manual
ARCHWAY 2300
INSERT
(Model WB23IN)
Safety tested according to
ULC S628, UL 1482 and
UL 737 by an accredited
laboratory.
US Environmental Protection
Agency phase II certified
2020 cord wood insert.
CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN THE
AREA.
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS WOOD INSERT. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE
Printed in Canada
2019-06-19

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual ARCHWAY 2300 INSERT (Model WB23IN) Safety tested according to ULC S628, UL 1482 and UL 737 by an accredited laboratory. US Environmental Protection Agency phase II certified 2020 cord wood insert. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN THE AREA.
  • Page 3 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS WOOD INSERT. The following pages provide Contact local building or fire general advice on wood officials about restrictions heating, detailed instructions and installation inspection If this insert is not for safe and effective requirements in the area. installed properly, installation, and guidance combustible materials...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ................7 1. Safety Information ....................... 7 2. General Information ......................8 Performances ........................8 Specifications ........................9 Dimensions ........................10 Materials ........................12 Zone Heating.......................12 Emissions and Efficiency ....................13 3. Fuel ............................ 13 Tree Species .......................14 Log Length .........................14 Piece Size ........................14 Compressed Wood Logs ....................14...
  • Page 5 8. Safety Information and Standards ................... 28 Regulations Covering Insert Installation ................28 Certification Label ......................28 9. Clearances to Combustible Material ................29 Installation of a Combustible Mantel Shelf ...............29 Floor Protection ......................29 Minimum Masonry Opening and Clearances to Combustibles ...........32 10.
  • Page 6 CERTIFICATION PLATE Page 6...

  • Page 7: Part A - Operation And Maintenance

    PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 1. Safety Information • This insert has been tested for use with an open door in conjunction with a fire screen, sold separately. The door may be opened, or fire screen removed only during lighting procedures or reloading.

  • Page 8: General Information

    2. General Information Performances Values are as measured per test method, except for the recommended heating area, firebox volume, maximum burn time and maximum heat output. Models Archway 2300 Combustion technology Non-catalytic Fuel Type Dry Cordwood Recommended heating area (sq. ft. 500 to 2,100 ft (47 to 195 m Nominal firebox volume...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications Maximum log length 20 in (508 mm) east-west Flue outlet diameter 6 in (150 mm) Recommended connector pipe diameter 6 in (150 mm) Type of chimney ULC S635, CAN/ULC-S640, UL 1777 Baffle material C-Cast Approved for alcove installation Not applicable Approved for mobile home installation Type of door Simple, glass with cast iron frame...

  • Page 10: Dimensions

    Dimensions 28 1/2" 2 3/4" 18 3/8" 725mm 26 7/8" 70mm 467mm 684mm 13 1/2" 342mm 6 3/4" 172mm 6" Ø 150mm Figure 1: Top View Figure 2: Side View - Minimum Insert Projection 4 7/8" 16 1/4" 125mm 413mm 10 1/2"...
  • Page 11 9" 227mm 17 1/2" 444mm Figure 5: Door Opening 5/16" 3/16" 11 7/8" 302mm 21" 16 3/4" 533mm 425mm 14 1/2" 370mm Figure 6: Front View - Combustion Chamber Figure 7: Side View - Combustion Chamber Page 11...

  • Page 12: Materials

    Materials The SBI team is committed to protecting the environment, so they do everything they can to use only materials in their products that will have no lasting negative impact on the environment. The body of this insert, which is most of its weight, is carbon steel. Should it ever become necessary many years in the future, almost the entire insert can be recycled into new products, thus eliminating the need to mine new materials.

  • Page 13: Emissions And Efficiency

    Although the insert may be able to heat the main living areas of the house to an adequate temperature, it is strongly recommended to also have a conventional oil, gas or electric heating system to provide backup heating. The success of zone heating will depend on several factors, including the correct sizing and location of the insert, the size, layout and age of the home and the climate zone.

  • Page 14: Tree Species

    Tree Species The tree species the firewood is produced from is less important than its moisture content. The main difference in firewood from various tree species is the density of the wood. Hardwoods are denser than softwoods. Homeowners with access to both hardwood and softwood use both types for different purposes. Softer woods make good fuel for mild weather in spring and fall because they light quickly and produce less heat.

  • Page 15: Drying Time

    Drying Time Firewood that is not dry enough to burn is the cause of most complaints about wood inserts. Continually burning green or unseasoned wood produces more creosote and involves lack of heat and dirty glass door. Firewood with a moisture content between 15% and 20% will allow the insert to produce its highest possible efficiency.

  • Page 16: Operating The Insert

    4. Operating the Insert This wood heater has a manufacturer-set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal regulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.

  • Page 17: Fire Screen

    The blower has a variable speed control that can be adjusted in three different positions; either from high (HI) to low (LO) or closed (OFF). Allow the insert to reach operating temperature (approximately one hour) before turning on the blower, since increased airflow from the blower will remove heat and affect the start up combustion efficiency.

  • Page 18: Combustion Cycles

    Here are three popular and effective ways to ignite wood fires. 5.2.1 Conventional Method The conventional method to build a wood fire is to crumple 5 to 10 sheets of newspaper and place them in the firebox and hold them in place with ten pieces of kindling wood.

  • Page 19: Rekindling A Fire

    Wood heaters don’t have a steady heat output. It is normal for the temperature to rise after a new load of wood is ignited and for its temperature to gradually decrease throughout the burning cycle. This increasing and decreasing temperature can be matched with the household routines.

  • Page 20: Removing Ashes

    Removing Ashes Ash should be removed from the firebox every two to three days of full time heating. Ash should not accumulate excessively in the firebox since it will affect the proper operation of the appliance. The best time to remove ash is in the morning, after an overnight fire when the insert is relatively cold, but there is still a little chimney draft to draw the ash dust into the insert and prevent going out into the room.
  • Page 21 Here are some suggestions for building fires suitable for different heating needs. 5.7.1 Flash Fire To build a small fire that will produce a low heat output, use small pieces of firewood and load them crisscross in the firebox. The pieces should only be 3" (76 mm) to 4" (102 mm) in diameter. After raking the coals, lay two pieces parallel to each other diagonally in the firebox and lay two more across them in the other direction.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    A longer burning time is not necessarily an indication of efficient insert operation. It is preferable to build a smaller fire that will provide three or four hours of heating than to fully load the firebox for a much longer burn. Shorter burn cycles make it easier to match the heat output of the insert to the heat demand of the space.

  • Page 23: Glass Door

    Glass Door 6.3.1 Cleaning Under normal conditions, the door glass should stay relatively clear. If the firewood is dry enough and the operating instructions in this manual are followed, a whitish, dusty deposit will form on the inner surface of the glass after a week or so of use. This is normal and can be easily removed when the heater is cold by wiping with a damp cloth or paper towel and then drying.

  • Page 24: Door

    6.3.3 Gasket The glass gasket is flat, adhesive-backed, woven fibreglass. The gasket must be centred on the edge of the glass. Follow the steps of the previous section to remove the glass. Remove the old gasket and clean the glass thoroughly. Peel back a section of the paper covering the adhesive and place the gasket on a table with the adhesive side up.

  • Page 25: Exhaust System

    6.4.2 Gasket It is important to replace the gasket with another having the same diameter and density to maintain a good seal. Remove the door and place it face-down on something soft like a cushion of rags or a piece of carpet. Remove the old gasket from the door.
  • Page 26 6.5.2 Sweeping the Chimney Chimney sweeping can be a difficult and dangerous job. People with no chimney sweeping experience will often prefer to hire a professional chimney sweep to inspect and clean the system for the first time. After seeing the cleaning process, some will choose to do it themselves.

  • Page 27: Part B - Installation

    PART B - INSTALLATION 7. Masonry Fireplace Requirements The masonry fireplace must meet the minimum requirements found in the building code enforced locally, or the equivalent, for a safe installation. Contact the local building inspector for requirements in the area. An inspection of the fireplace should include the following: Fireplace and Chimney Condition The masonry fireplace and chimney should be inspected prior to installation, to confirm that they are free from cracks, loose mortar, creosote deposits, blockage, or other signs of deterioration.

  • Page 28: Safety Information And Standards

    8. Safety Information and Standards • The information given on the certification label affixed to the appliance always overrides the information published, in any other media (owner’s manual, catalogues, flyers, magazines and web sites). • Mixing of appliance components from different sources or modifying components may result in hazardous conditions.

  • Page 29: Clearances To Combustible Material

    9. Clearances to Combustible Material When the insert is installed so that its surfaces are at or beyond the minimum clearances specified, combustible surfaces will not overheat under normal and even abnormal operating conditions. NO PART OF THE INSERT MAY BE LOCATED CLOSER TO THE COMBUSTIBLE THAN THE MINIMUM CLEARANCE FIGURES GIVEN.
  • Page 30 To determine the need to add floor protection (D) beyond the hearth extension (A), the following calculation must be done using the data in «Table 4 : Data for Floor Protection Calculation» this section: D = B - G, where G=A-C. HEARTH SLAB: HEARTH SLAB: NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL...
  • Page 31 9.2.3 R Value There are two ways to calculate the R-value of the floor protection. First, by adding the R-values of materials used, or by the conversion if the K factor and thickness of the floor protection are given. To calculate the total R value from R values of the materials used, simply add the R-values of materials. If the result is equal to or greater than the R-value requirements, the combination is acceptable.

  • Page 32: Minimum Masonry Opening And Clearances To Combustibles

    Minimum Masonry Opening and Clearances to Combustibles COMBUSTIBLE MANTEL SHELF COMBUSTIBLE TOP SURROUND FLOOR PROTECTION Figure 15: Masonry Opening and Clearances MINIMUM CLEARANCES MAXIMUM THICKNESS 5" (127 mm) 16" (406 mm) 12" (305 mm) 9" (229 mm) 27" (686 mm) 27"...

  • Page 33: The Venting System

    The Venting System 10.1 General The venting system, made of the chimney and the liner inside the chimney, acts as the engine that drives the wood heating system. Even the best insert will not function safely and efficiently as intended if it is not connected to a suitable chimney and liner system. The heat in the flue gases that pass from the insert into the chimney is not waste heat.

  • Page 34: Chimney Liner Installation

    10.4 Chimney Liner Installation The use of a chimney liner (rigid or flexible) is RAIN CAP recommended to ensure the best performance. ensure an optimal draft, it is also strongly recommend RIGID LINER adding a minimum of 12" rigid liner between the top of 12"...
  • Page 35 The dealer may offer a liner fastening system, sold separately. Follow the installation instructions provided with the liner fastening system. Figure 20: Liner fastening system 10.5.2 Liner Offset Adapter A liner offset adapter, sold separately, can also be installed. This should only be installed if no other option is possible and if the total height of the fireplace and chimney is at least 20 feet.

  • Page 36: Minimum Chimney Height

    10.6 Minimum Chimney Height The top of the chimney should be high enough to be above the air turbulence caused when wind blows against the house and its roof. The chimney must extend at least 3 ft. (1 m) above the highest point of contact with the roof, and at least 2 ft.(60 cm) higher than any roof line or obstacle within a horizontal distance of 10 ft.

  • Page 37: Supply Of Combustion Air

    10.8 Supply of Combustion Air The safest and most reliable supply of combustion air for a wood insert is from the room in which it is installed. Room air is already preheated so it will not chill the fire, and its availability is not affected by wind pressures on the house.

  • Page 38: Appendix 1: Blower Installation

    APPENDIx 1: BLOWER INSTALLATION Center the blower on the ash lip and push it against the firebox. Then push it until it clips. Page 38...

  • Page 39: Appendix 2: Door Overlay Installation

    APPENDIx 2: DOOR OVERLAY INSTALLATION Position the overlay (C) on the door frame and secure it in place from behind using the screws (D). To ease the installation, do not tighten the screws until they are all installed. Note: It is not necessary to remove the glass to install the overlay. Page 39...

  • Page 40: Appendix 3: Optional Fresh Air Intake Installation

    APPENDIx 3: OPTIONAL FRESH AIR INTAKE INSTALLATION Note : The fresh air intake kit may be installed on the right or left-hand side of the unit. Using pliers, open the rectangular outlet on the side of the unit by gently removing the material held in place by micro joints.

  • Page 41: Appendix 4: Faceplate Installation

    APPENDIx 4: FACEPLATE INSTALLATION Remove the faceplate extension (A) secured between the firebox and the convection air jacket. Line up the holes of panels B, C and D and secure them together using the bolts (E) and nuts (F) provided. Page 41...
  • Page 42 Align the holes of the faceplate extension (A) with the holes in the faceplate panels B, C and D. Screw them using bolts (G) and nuts (H) provided. Center the insert into the fireplace opening. If necessary, adjust the height of the insert using the levelling bolts (M) on each side of the insert until the faceplate is properly seated on the floor of the hearth extension.

  • Page 43: Appendix 5: Optional Fire Screen Installation

    APPENDIx 5: OPTIONAL FIRE SCREEN INSTALLATION Open the door. Hold the fire screen by the two handles and bring it close to the door opening. Lean the upper part of the fire screen against the top door opening making sure to insert the top fire screen brackets behind the primary air deflector.

  • Page 44: Appendix 6: Air Tubes And Baffle Installation

    APPENDIx 6: AIR TUBES AND BAFFLE INSTALLATION Starting with the rear tube, lean and insert the right end of the secondary air tube into the rear right channel hole. Then lift and insert the left end of the tube into the rear left channel. Align the notch in the left end of the tube with the key of the left air channel hole.
  • Page 45 Note that secondary air tubes (A) can be replaced without removing the baffle board (B) and that all tubes are identical. Page 45...

  • Page 46: Appendix 7: Removal Instructions

    APPENDIx 7: REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS For inspecting purposes, the insert may need to be removed. To remove the insert, follow these instructions: Unscrew the faceplate fastener (B) holding the faceplate (C) on the insert. Remove faceplate (C) by pulling on it. Remove the blower assembly (D).

  • Page 47: Appendix 8: Exploded Diagram And Parts List

    APPENDIx 8: ExPLODED DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST DETAIL A Page 47...
  • Page 48 IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for this unit, please provide the model number and the serial number. We reserve the right to change parts due to technology upgrades or availability. Contact an authorized dealer to obtain any of these parts.
  • Page 49 Item Description PL65514 SECONDARY AIR TUBE 21389 C-CAST BAFFLE 20" X 12 1/2" X 1 1/4" WS3550TBL 32'' X 50'' TRIMABLE FACEPLATE (18 GAUGES) WS2344BL REGULAR FACEPLATE (29" X 44") PL53732 RIGHT PANEL REGULAR FACEPLATE PL53730 TOP PANEL REGULAR FACEPLATE PL53731 LEFT PANEL REGULAR FACEPLATE WS2350BL...

  • Page 50: Empire Limited Lifetime Warranty

    EMPIRE LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY EMPIRE LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY The warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original retail purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty covers brand new products only, which have not been altered, modified nor repaired since shipment from factory. Proof of purchase (dated bill of sale), model name and serial number must be supplied when making any warranty claim to the EMPIRE dealer.
  • Page 52 Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. 918 Freeburg Avenue Belleville, IL 62220 618 233.7420 www.empirecomfort.com Manufactured by : Stove Builder International inc., 250, rue de Copenhague, St-Augustin-de-Desmaures, Qc, Canada. G3A 2H3, 418-908-8002...

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