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Vermont Castings Montpelier Homeowner's Installation & 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
Montpelier
Medium Insert
Homeowner's
Installation
and Operating
Manual
For Use in North America
30004403
7/08 Rev. 4

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  • Page 1 Montpelier Medium Insert Homeowner’s Installation and Operating Manual For Use in North America ���� ���������� ����� ���� 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For more complete details on stove performance and specifications, please refer to Page 3. The Montpelier Medium Insert is designed, tested and listed for burning wood. Do not burn other fuels. Installation or service of the Montpelier Medium Insert should be performed only by a qualified installer, preferably NFI or WETT (Canada) certified.

  • Page 3: Specifications

    Blower rating ......150 cfm. (115V, 60Hz) severe or more temperate climate, these figures amy not apply. Since so many variables affect performance, consult your Vermont Castings’ Authorized Dealer to determine realistic expectations for your home. 26���” (680 mm) 14���” (362 mm) 22���”...

  • Page 4: Installation

    Fig. 2 The 2’-3’-10’ rule for chimneys. must consist of a factory-built metal firebox with air circulation pathways that are surrounded by masonry Do not connect your Montpelier Medium insert to a materials. Air circulation pathways must not be blocked chimney flue serving another appliance.
  • Page 5 48” (1220 mm) from Openings sealed with pie plates or wallpaper are the front surface of the Montpelier Medium Insert. Be a hazard. In the event of a chimney fire, flames sure that family members are aware of this requirement and smoke may be forced from the openings.
  • Page 6 1. The minimum depth must be maintained from the floor of the fireplace to a height of 21¹⁄₂” (540 mm) 2. Though the Montpelier Medium Insert will fit into larger fireplaces, the decorative optional MHSC Surround Panels will not completely cover the fireplace opening if these dimensions are exceeded.
  • Page 7 Montpelier Medium Insert 2. Determine the R-value of the proposed alternate floor protector: i. Use the formula in Step 1 to convert values not expressed as R. ii. For multiple layers, add R-values of each layer to determine overall R-value.
  • Page 8 Montpelier Medium Insert Installing the Montpelier Medium Insert 1. Remove or Disable the Fireplace Damper. If codes allow, remove the damper. Many dampers can be Flexible Flue Liner removed simply by removing a cotter pin and/or a set screw. If it is not permissible or possible to remove the...

  • Page 9: Operation

    (Refer to Figure 10 for fan access) burn hotter and faster, while less air prolongs the burn. The Montpelier Medium Insert’s air supply is increased when the control lever is moved to the left, and de- 30004403...
  • Page 10 Eastern red cedar, fir, and redwood. These Primary Air Air Circulation too should be properly dried. Burn Control Control Your Montpelier Medium Insert will accept wood up to Rate Setting Speed Position 18” (460mm). Longer wood pieces work better than High...
  • Page 11 Starting and Maintaining a Wood Fire ney or when you are just starting a fire. Burn solid wood fuel only in the Montpelier Medium You’ll soon find that the insert is HOT WHILE IN OPER- Insert, and burn it directly on the grate. Do not ATION! KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING, AND FURNI- elevate the fuel.
  • Page 12 Montpelier Medium Insert located centrally in an open floor plan, will be easier to heat than a drafty home in the far north in which a Montpelier Medium Insert is installed on an exterior wall at the end of a long house.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Montpelier Medium Insert. Finger- prints usually can be buffed off porcelain enamel with Pawl a dry, soft cloth. If marks remain, allow the Montpelier Medium Insert to cool completely, then buff with a Small Locking Nut slightly damp, soft cloth.
  • Page 14 IMPORTANT NOTES frame. If necessary, replace this with gasket ob- • tained from your local Vermont Castings’ authorized Do not operate the Montpelier Medium Insert if the glass is damaged or broken. dealer. Directions for replacing gaskets are given below.
  • Page 15 You can now inspect the smoke shelf area of the fire- tion and cleaning of the chimney and chimney connec- place and the chimney. Before replacing the Montpelier tor. Medium Insert, this area should be inspected for signs of deterioration and cleaned thoroughly with a chimney Learn to Recognize —...

  • Page 16: Optional Accessories

    Remove ash from the firebox and replace with a For parts and information about your insert, contact moisture-absorbing material (such as kitty litter) your Vermont Castings authorized dealer. For the name to keep the interior of the stove dry. of the dealer nearest you, contact: •...

  • Page 17: Replacement Parts

    Montpelier Medium Insert MHSC reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. Montpelier Medium Insert 4403 Montpelier parts Ref. Description Part Number 1/08 1. Bottom 30004306 2. Insulation, Bottom Low 30004335 3.
  • Page 18 Refer to Enamel Parts Chart 52. Panel Door Refer to Enamel Parts Chart 53. Pin, Door 30004384 54. Cover Plate, Bottom Air 30004419 55. Snapstat Bracket 30004519 Shell Enamel Parts - Montpelier Medium Insert Part Name Classic Biscuit Ebony Black Front 30004311 30004432...

  • Page 19: Warranty

    8. MHSC shall have no obligation to enhance or update part with postage prepaid to a Vermont Castings Autho- any unit once manufactured. rized Dealer.
  • Page 20 MHSC 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.com...