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Empire Comfort Systems WB23FS Installation And Operation Manual

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CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN
LOCAL AREA.
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS WOOD STOVE. 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
GATEWAY 2300
(WB23FS model)
MOBILE
HOME
Installation
and Operation
US Environmental Protection
Agency phase II certified wood
stove compliant with 2020
Safety tested according to
ULC S627, UL 1482 and
Manual
cordwood standard.
UL 737 standards by an
accredited laboratory.
46113A

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual GATEWAY 2300 (WB23FS model) US Environmental Protection Agency phase II certified wood stove compliant with 2020 cordwood standard. Safety tested according to ULC S627, UL 1482 and UL 737 standards by an accredited laboratory. MOBILE HOME CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN LOCAL AREA.
  • Page 3 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS WOOD STOVE. The following pages provide A building permit might be general advice on wood required for the installation of heating, detailed instructions this stove and the chimney If this stove is not for safe and effective that it is connected to.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ................7 1. Safety Information ........................7 2. General Information ........................ 8 2.1 Performances ........................8 2.2 Specifications ........................9 2.3 Dimensions ........................10 2.4 Materials ...........................14 2.5 Zone Heating ........................14 2.6 Emissions and Efficiency ....................15 3.
  • Page 5 8. Clearances to Combustible Material ..................29 8.1 Clearances ........................30 8.2 Floor Protection .........................33 8.3 Reducing Clearances Safely ....................34 9. The Venting System ......................37 9.1 Suitable Chimneys ......................37 9.2 Minimum Chimney Height....................39 9.3 Chimney Location ......................39 9.4 Supply of Combustion Air ....................40 9.5 Chimney Connector ......................41 Appendix 1: Legs Installation ....................
  • Page 6 CERTIFICATION PLATE Page 6 Installation and Operation Manual - Gateway 2300...

  • Page 7: Part A - Operation And Maintenance

    PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 1. Safety Information • This stove 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. Model Gateway 2300 Fuel Type Dry Cordwood Combustion Technology Non-Catalytic 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 S629, UL 103 HT (2100 °F) Baffle material C-Cast Approved for alcove installation Approved for mobile home installation Type of door Simple, glass with cast iron frame...

  • Page 10: Dimensions

    Dimensions 2.3.1 Stove Dimensions with Queen Anne Legs 26 1/4" 667mm 13 1/8" 333mm 7 3/4" 196mm 6" Ø 150mm Figure 1: Top View 20 7/8" 529mm 10 1/2" 267mm 16 3/4" 30 1/2" 28 1/2" 774mm 426mm 723mm 20 1/8" 513mm 25 7/8"...
  • Page 11 2.3.2 Stove Dimensions with Straight Legs 26 1/4" 667mm 13 1/8" 333mm 7 3/4" 196mm 6" Ø 150mm Figure 4: Top View 20 7/8" 529mm 10 1/2" 267mm 16 3/4" 30 1/2" 426mm 774mm 28 1/2" 723mm 26 3/4" 21" 678mm 532mm 25 5/8"...
  • Page 12 2.3.3 Dimensions with pedestal 26 1/4" 667mm 13 1/8" 333mm 7 3/4" 196mm 6" Ø 150mm Figure 7: Top View 20 7/8" 529mm 10 1/2" 267mm 16 3/4" 426mm 32 1/4" 30 1/4" 821mm 770mm 17 7/8" 24 1/4" 454mm 25 5/8"...
  • Page 13 2.3.4 Combustion Chamber Dimensions 9" 228mm 17 1/2" 444mm Figure 10: Door Opening 3/16" 5/16" 11 7/8" 301mm 21" 533mm 16 1/2" 419mm Figure 11: Front View - Combustion Chamber Figure 12: Side View - Combustion Chamber Installation and Operation Manual - Gateway 2300 Page 13...

  • Page 14: Materials

    Materials The body of this stove, which is most of its weight, is carbon steel. Should it ever become necessary many years in the future, almost the entire stove can be recycled into new products, thus eliminating the need to mine new materials. The paint coating on the stove is very thin.

  • Page 15: Emissions And Efficiency

    The success of zone heating will depend on several factors, including the correct sizing and location of the stove, the size, layout and age of your home and your climate zone. Three-season vacation homes can usually be heated with smaller stoves than houses that are heated all winter. Emissions and Efficiency The low smoke emissions produced by the special features inside this stove firebox mean that the household will release up to 90% less smoke into the outside environment than if an older...

  • Page 16: Log Length

    Softer woods make good fuel for mild weather in spring and fall because they light quickly and produce less heat. Softwoods are not as dense as hardwoods so a given volume of wood contains less energy. Using softwoods avoids overheating the house, which can be a common problem with wood heating in moderate weather.

  • Page 17: Operating The Stove

    Here are some facts to consider in estimating drying time: − Firewood bought from a dealer is rarely dry enough to burn, so it is advisable to buy the wood in spring and dry it yourself; − Drying happens faster in dry weather than in a damp climate;...

  • Page 18: Blower Operation

    Blower Operation A blower can be installed on this stove. It is optional and is sold separately. See «Appendix 12: Exploded Diagram and Parts List» for genuine part number. The blower must be installed on the back of the stove. See «Appendix 8: Optional Blower Installation»...

  • Page 19: Lighting Fires

    When lighting the heater for the first few times, it may be wise to open doors and windows to ventilate the house. Burn two or three small fires to begin the curing and conditioning process. Then build bigger and hotter fires until there is no longer paint smell from the stove. As hotter and hotter fires are burned, more of the painted surfaces reach the curing temperature of the paint.

  • Page 20: Combustion Cycles

    5.2.3 Two Parallel Logs Method Two spit logs are placed in the firebox with a few sheets of twisted newspapers in between the logs. Fine kindling is added across the two logs and some larger kindling across those, log cabin style.

  • Page 21: Removing Ashes

    Raking the coals is useful for two reasons. First, it brings them near where most of the combustion air enters the firebox. This will ignite the new load quickly. Secondly, the charcoal will not be smothered by the new load of wood. When the embers are simply spread inside the combustion chamber, the new load smoulder for a long time before igniting.

  • Page 22: Fire Types

    As the air intake is reduced, the flame slows down. If the flames diminish to the point of disappearing, the air intake has been reduced too early in the combustion cycle or the wood used is too wet. If the wood is dry and the air control is used properly, the flames should decrease, but remain bright and stable.
  • Page 23 The burning time expected from this stove, including both phases, will vary depending on a number of things, such as: − firebox size, − the size of the space to be heated, − the amount of wood loaded, − the climate zone where the house is, and −...

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    6. Maintenance This heater will give many years of reliable service if used and maintained properly. Internal components of the firebox such as firebricks or refractory panels, baffle and air tubes will wear over time. Defective parts should always be replaced with original parts. To avoid premature deterioration, follow the lighting and reloading procedures in section «5.

  • Page 25: Door

    6.3.2 Replacement The glass used is a ceramic glass, 5/32" (4 mm) thick, 16 ¾" x 10 ½" (426 mm x 267 mm), tested to reach temperatures up to 1400º F. If the glass breaks, it must be replaced with one having the same specification.

  • Page 26: Exhaust System

    6.4.1 Adjustment The door seal may be improved with a simple latch mechanism adjustment: Remove the split pin by pulling and turning it using pliers. Turn the handle one counterclockwise turn to increase pressure. Reinstall the split pin with a small hammer. Figure 13: Removing the split pin Figure 14: Installing the split pin 6.4.2...
  • Page 27 «Creosote - Formation and Need to Removal When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cooler chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining.

  • Page 28: Part B - Installation

    PART B - INSTALLATION 7. 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

    8. Clearances to Combustible Material The clearances shown in this section have been determined by tests according to procedures set out in safety standards ULC S627 (Canada), UL 1482 (U.S.A.) and UL 737 (U.S.A.). When the stove 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.

  • Page 30: Clearances

    Clearances APPLIANCE CLEARANCES WITH SINGLE APPLIANCE CLEARANCES WITH DOUBLE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR WALL PIPE CONNECTOR Canada Canada 15 ½" (394 mm) 12" (305 mm) 7" (178 mm) 7" (178 mm) 17" (432 mm) 16" (406 mm) 17" (432 mm) 16" (406 mm) 10"...
  • Page 31 8.1.2 With Step Top Add On APPLIANCE CLEARANCES WITH DOUBLE DISTANCES FROM DOUBLE WALL PIPE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR CONNECTOR Canada Canada 6" (152 mm) 6" (152 mm) 9 ¼" (235 mm) 9 ¼" (235 mm) 17" (432 mm) 16" (406 mm) 26 ¼"...
  • Page 32 8.1.4 With Heat Shield AC02710 or AC02762 and Lowered Ceiling APPLIANCE CLEARANCES WITH DOUBLE DISTANCES FROM PIPE CONNECTOR WALL PIPE CONNECTOR WITH DOUBLE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR Canada Canada 5" (127 mm) 5" (127 mm) 8 ¼" (210 mm) 8 ¼" (210 mm) 6"...

  • Page 33: Floor Protection

    8.1.7 Mobile Home with Step Top Add On It is strictly forbidden to install a unit with a single wall pipe in a mobile home. APPLIANCE CLEARANCES WITH DOUBLE DISTANCES FROM PIPE CONNECTOR WALL PIPE CONNECTOR WITH DOUBLE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR Canada Canada 11"...

  • Page 34: Reducing Clearances Safely

    Any type of tile will require a continuous non combustible sheet beneath to prevent the possibility of embers falling through to the combustible floor if cracks or separation should occur in the finished surface. Check local codes for approved alternatives. No protection is required if the unit is installed on a non-combustible floor (ex: concrete).
  • Page 35 Clearance along the bottom of the shield: minimum 1" (25 mm) and maximum 3" (75 mm). Minimum clearance along the top of the shield at the ceiling: 3" (75 mm). Mounting hardware must not be located closer than 8" (200 mm) from the vertical centre line of the appliance.
  • Page 36 8.3.2 Type of shield CLEARANCES MAY BE REDUCED BY THESE PERCENTAGES SIDES, CORNER TOP (CEILING) TYPE OF SHIELD AND REAR CAN / CAN / USA (%) MIN. USA (%) MIN. Sheet metal, a minimum of 24 gauge (0.61 mm) in thickness , spaced out at least 1" (25 mm)* by non-combustible spacers 12"...

  • Page 37: The Venting System

    9. The Venting System The venting system, made of the chimney and the connecting pipe between the stove and the chimney, acts as the engine that drives the wood heating system. Even the best stove will not function safely and efficiently if it is not connected to a suitable chimney. The heat in the flue gases that pass from the stove and chimney connector into the chimney is not waste heat.
  • Page 38 9.1.2 Factory-Built Metal Chimney in Mobile Home For use in a mobile home, this stove is to be connected to a 6" (150 mm) double wall factory built chimney pipe conforming to ULC-S629 or UL 103 HT standards for 650°C Factory-built chimney. The total length of the flue system should be at least 12' (3,6 m)including elbows, from the top of the stove.

  • Page 39: Minimum Chimney Height

    Minimum Chimney Height The top of the chimney should be tall 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.

  • Page 40: Supply Of Combustion Air

    Supply of Combustion Air 9.4.1 Mobile Home This stove is approved to be installed in a mobile home. It must therefore have a supply of combustion air from outdoors. The air intake must not draw air from the attic, from the basement, from a garage or any enclosed space.

  • Page 41: Chimney Connector

    Chimney Connector The chimney connector is the single or double wall pipe installed between the stove flue collar and the chimney breech. Double wall chimney connectors are tested and certified. The rules concerning installation are found in the manufacturer’s installation instructions. Single wall pipe components are available from most hardware and building supply stores.
  • Page 42 • The assembly should be as short and direct as possible between the stove and chimney. The use of two 45o elbows is preferable to a single 90o elbow. • The minimum overall height of the chimney system, measured from the stove top to the exterior termination cap of the chimney should be at least 12’...

  • Page 43: Appendix 1: Legs Installation

    APPENDIx 1: LEGS INSTALLATION Remove the door, the firebricks, and the ash plug from the stove, if desired. Put the stove on its back. Remove and dispose of the two freight supports (D). Keep the nuts (C) and washers (B) for step 4. Installation and Operation Manual - Gateway 2300 Page 43...
  • Page 44 Install the legs (E) on the legs supports (F). Secure with the washers (G) and nuts (H) supplied with the leg assembly. With the nuts (C) and washers (B) removed in step 1, secure both leg assemblies to the stove. Page 44 Installation and Operation Manual - Gateway 2300...
  • Page 45 Install the air control cover (J) with screws (K) and nuts (L). Put the stove on its legs, install the ash drawer included with the kit. Put back the firebricks, the ash plug and the door on the stove. See step 1. The baffle and the bricks must be put back in the right place after the final positioning of the stove.

  • Page 46: Appendix 2: Pedestal Installation

    APPENDIx 2: PEDESTAL INSTALLATION Remove the door, the firebricks and the ash plug from the stove, if desired. Install the pedestal (B) on the stove and screw it in place using the 2 screws (A). Page 46 Installation and Operation Manual - Gateway 2300...
  • Page 47 Put the stove on its pedestal and install the fresh air panel (D) with the screws (C), the air control cover (E) with the screws (F) and install the ash drawer (G). Put back the bricks, the spacers, the ash plug and the door on the stove. See step 1. The baffle and the bricks must be put back in the right place after the final positioning of the stove.

  • Page 48: Appendix 3: Door Overlay Installation

    APPENDIx 3: DOOR OVERLAY INSTALLATION Position the overlay (A) on the door frame and secure it in place from behind using the nuts (B). To ease the installation, do not tighten the nuts until they are all installed. Note: It is not necessary to remove the glass to install the overlay. Page 48 Installation and Operation Manual - Gateway 2300...

  • Page 49: Appendix 4: Decorative Panels

    APPENDIx 4: DECORATIVE PANELS To remove the decorative panel (C), remove the screws (D) and push forward on the panel to unhook it from the bracket (E). Once the panels are removed, remove the decorative panel bracket (A), by removing the screws (B). Installation and Operation Manual - Gateway 2300 Page 49...

  • Page 50: Appendix 5: Optional Step Top Add On Installation

    APPENDIx 5: OPTIONAL STEP TOP ADD ON INSTALLATION This wood stove can be equipped with an optional step top add on. It accumulates heat and increase the airflow. Remove the air deflector (A). Keep the Assemble the step top (C) with the new screws (B).

  • Page 51: Appendix 6: Optional Fresh Air Intake Kit Installation

    APPENDIx 6: OPTIONAL FRESH AIR INTAKE KIT INSTALLATION This mobile home approved stove requires the installation of a fresh air intake kit (A) and an insulated fresh air intake pipe (HVAC type, must meet ULC S110 or UL 181 class 0 or class 1) (B), sold separately.

  • Page 52: Appendix 7: Optional Fire Screen Installation

    APPENDIx 7: 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 stove the top fire screen brackets behind the primary air deflector.

  • Page 53: Appendix 8: Optional Blower Installation

    APPENDIx 8: OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION A blower, sold separately, can be installed on the stove. Remove the backplate by cutting the knockouts with pliers. MICRO-JOINTS KNOCKOUT DETAIL J Screw the blower (A) in place using the screws (B) included in the installation manual. Ensure that the blower’s power cord is not in contact with any surface of the stove to prevent electrical shock or fire damage.

  • Page 54: Appendix 9: Optional Thermodisc Installation

    APPENDIx 9: OPTIONAL THERMODISC INSTALLATION A thermodisc, sold separately, can be installed with the blower. It allows the fan to operate only when the stove is hot enough. See the instructions provided with the thermodisc for more details. Screw the thermodisc (C) with the screws (D) provided on the back of the stove. The electrical cord of the thermodisc should not touch any surface of the stove to avoid electric shock or fire.

  • Page 55: Appendix 10: Air Tubes And Baffle Installation

    APPENDIx 10: 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 56 Note that secondary air tubes (A) can be replaced without removing the baffle board (B) and that all tubes are identical. Page 56 Installation and Operation Manual - Gateway 2300...

  • Page 57: Appendix 11: Mobile Home Installation

    APPENDIx 11: MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION For a stove on legs, install a plate (L) on each leg and screw it in place witht the proper hardware (M). For a stove on a pedestal, remove the plugs (N) and screw the base on the floor with the proper hardware (O).

  • Page 58: Appendix 12: Exploded Diagram And Parts List

    APPENDIx 12: ExPLODED DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST 34 6 Page 58 Installation and Operation Manual - Gateway 2300...
  • Page 59 IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your 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 60 Item Description 30050 LEVELING BOLT 3/8-16 X 1 1/2" PL65173 LEFT OR RIGHT LEG SUPPORT WLS2BL BLACK STRAIGHT CAST IRON LEG WITH ASH PAN KIT WLS2NB BURSH NICKEL PLATED STRAIGHT CAST IRON LEG WITH ASH PAN KIT PL24296-01 NICKEL PLATED CAST IRON LEG WITH LEVELING BOLT PL24296 PAINTED EMPIRE QUEEN ANNE LEG WITH LEVELING BOLT WLQ2BL...

  • Page 61: 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 62 NOTES : Page 62 Installation and Operation Manual - Gateway 2300...
  • Page 64 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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