Lopi Sheffield Owner's Manual

Lopi Sheffield Owner's Manual

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SAFETY NOTICE:
If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire
may result. For your safety, follow the installation
directions. Contact local building or fire officials about
restrictions and installation inspection requirements in
your area.
10850 117th Place N.E. Kirkland, WA 98033
93508129
Copyright 2001, T.I.
402204
S h e f f i e l d

Wood Stove

Owner's
Manual
• Freestanding Stove
• Mobile-Home Approved
• Alcove Approved
• Hearth-Stove Approved
$10.00
Tested to: U.L. 1482
Listed

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  • Page 1: Wood Stove

    S h e f f i e l d Wood Stove Owner's Manual • Freestanding Stove • Mobile-Home Approved • Alcove Approved • Hearth-Stove Approved SAFETY NOTICE: If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions.
  • Page 2: Introduction & Important Information

    Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a Lopi Sheffield wood-burning stove. In purchasing a Lopi Sheffield you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Lopi Sheffield is one of the finest appliances the world over.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents General Information Maintaining Your Appliance Introduction & Important Information ......2 Daily Maintenance..........23 Safety Precautions ..........4 Remove Ash ..........23 Features & Specifications ........6 Clean The Glass ...........23 Monthly Maintenance..........24 Stove Installation Door and Glass Inspection ......24 Check For Creosote Buildup ......24 Planning The Installation ........7 Yearly Maintenance..........25 Preparation for Installation ........7...
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions • The viewing door must be • Gasoline or other flammable closed and latched during liquids must never be used operation. to start the fire or "Freshen Up" the fire. Do not store or • Never block free airflow use gasoline or other through the air vents on this flammable liquids in the...
  • Page 5 Safety Precautions • When installed in a mobile home, this appliance must • Do not place clothing or be bolted to the floor, have other flammable items on or outside air, and not be near this appliance. Mobile installed in the bedroom (Per H.U.D.
  • Page 6: Features & Specifications

    Features & Specifications Installation Options: Features: • EPA Phase II Approved • Freestanding • 1.3 Cubic Foot Firebox Volume • Freestanding in an Alcove • Single Operating Control • Freestanding in a Mobile Home • Accepts Logs Up to 17" Long •...
  • Page 7: Planning The Installation

    Installation (for qualified installers only) SAFETY NOTICE: Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
  • Page 8: Leg Installation

    Installation (for qualified installers only) Floor Protection Requirements • Stove must be placed on the included legs. Floor protection must be non-combustible and at least .018" thick (26 gauge). Min. 6” Min. 6” Min. 6” Min. 16” Minimum 37-7/8” Minimum 38-3/4”...
  • Page 9: Stove Placement Requirements

    Installation (for qualified installers only) Stove Placement Requirements Clearances may be reduced by methods specified in NFPA 211, listed wall shields, pipe shields, or other means approved by local building or fire officials. • Stove must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within (e.g. drapes, doors), 36"...
  • Page 10: Chimney Requirements

    Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Requirements • Chimney connector must be a minimum 24 MSG black or 26 MSG blued steel (6" diameter). Chimney must be used from the first floor or wall penetration to the chimney cap. • Use 6"...
  • Page 11: Chimney Termination Requirements

    Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Termination Requirements • Must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering) • Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material • Must terminate at least 3' above the roof a n d at least 2' above any portion of the roof within 10' Chimney must extend 2' Slanted Roofs above any portion of the roof...
  • Page 12: Alcove Installation Requirements

    Installation (for qualified installers only) Alcove Installation Requirements Whenever the stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7' tall, it is considered an alcove installation. Because of the reduced height, the special installation requirements listed below must be met.
  • Page 13: Mobile Home Requirements

    Installation (for qualified installers only) Mobile Home Requirements • Outside air must be installed - see "Outside Air Requirements" on page 11 • Chimney connector and chimney must be one of the following types: • DURAVENT model DVL with DURATEC chimney •...
  • Page 14: Cathedral Ceiling With A Factory Built Chimney

    Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Cap Standard (See the section "Chimney Ceiling with Follow the chimney Termination Requirements" a Factory manufacturer's instructions for more details) and clearances for roof B u i l t penetrations. A storm collar Chimney and flashing are required Chimney Sections (some require a radiation...
  • Page 15: Hearth Stove Direct Connection

    Installation (for qualified installers only) Exterior Follow the chimney Chimney Cap manufacturer's Factory (See the section "Chimney instructions and B u i l t Termination Requirements" clearances for roof Chimney for more details) penetrations. A storm collar and flashing are Chimney Sections required (some N O T E :...
  • Page 16: Interior Masonry Chimney

    Installation (for qualified installers only) NOTE: The chimney must have a clay tile liner. If it does not, the installation Hearth must use a positive connection (full reline). The entire fireplace and S t o v e chimney must be clean, undamaged, Direct and meet all local building codes (UBC, Clay...
  • Page 17: Operating Your Appliance

    Operating Your Appliance Safety Notice: If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area. Read and follow all of the warnings on pages 4 and 5 of this manual. Before Your First Fire Verify the Installation Before starting the stove, verify that the stove is properly installed and all of the requirements in this...
  • Page 18: Starting A Fire

    Operating Your Appliance Starting a Fire Since the dawn of time man has debated the best way to start a fire. Some use the boy-scout "tee- pee", some prefer the "tic-tac-toe" stack. Either way, review the hints and warnings below to ensure proper fire starting.
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Burn Rate

    Operating Your Appliance Adjusting the Burn Rate Use the air control slider to control the burn rate of the stove. See the illustration below for details. Use the air control to change the burn rate. Low Burn High Burn (air control closed) (air control open) Approximate Air Control Overnight Burn ....
  • Page 20: Optional Blower Operation

    Operating Your Appliance Optional Blower Operation The blower will turn on once the stove is up to temperature. This is typically 15 to 30 minutes after starting the fire. Follow the directions below to alter the blower speed. HIGH Turn the dial all the way counter- The high position is all the way counter- Turn the dial all the clockwise until it clicks off.
  • Page 21: Hints For Burning

    Operating Your Appliance Hints for Burning • Get the appliance hot before adjusting to low burn • Use smaller pieces of wood during start-up and high burns to increase temperature • Use larger pieces of wood for overnight or sustained burns •...
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Operating Your Appliance Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Smoke Enters Room • Cold Air Blockage - burn a piece of newspaper to establish a draft. During Start-Up • Close the doors - if the flame is not getting enough air, first make sure the air control is open (all the way in). If additional air is needed, a small crack in the door is all that is needed.
  • Page 23: Maintaining Your Appliance

    Maintaining Your Appliance Failure to properly maintain and inspect your appliance may reduce the performance and life of the appliance, void your warranty, and create a fire hazard. Daily Maintenance (while stove is in use) Remove Ash (if necessary) Ash removal is n o t required once it builds up. 1/2" to 1" of ash may be desirable because it slows the burn rate.
  • Page 24: Monthly Maintenance

    Maintaining Your Appliance Monthly Maintenance (while appliance is in use) Make sure the appliance has fully cooled prior to conducting service. Door and Glass Inspection The door must form an air-tight seal to the firebox for the stove to work correctly. Inspect the door gasket to make sure it forms an air-tight seal to the firebox.
  • Page 25: Yearly Maintenance

    Maintaining Your Appliance Yearly Maintenance Make sure the appliance has fully cooled prior to conducting service. Touch Up Paint Included with the owner's pack of this appliance is a can of Stove-Brite® paint. To touch up nicks or dulled paint, apply the paint while the appliance is cool.
  • Page 26: Door Parts

    Maintaining Your Appliance Door Parts 1/4" Nutdriver 3/8" Wrench ID # Description Q t y Part # ID # Description Q t y Part # Door Shell with Gasket 99300228 Glass Gasket - 1/4" dia. 99900397 60" long Glass 91001773 Door Gasket -- 1/2"...
  • Page 27: Firebox Parts

    Maintaining Your Appliance Firebox Parts ID # Description Q t y Part # ID # Description Q t y Part # Baffle Deflector 98900304 Air Tube with Collar 98900236 Air Tube Push Pins 98900353 Collar 98900311 Baffle Plate 99900126 Brick - un-cut 9" x 4.5" 99900126 Brick - 9"...
  • Page 28: Baffle Removal And Replacement

    Maintaining Your Appliance Air Tube Removal & Replacement The front and back air tubes are identical. Travis Industries 93508129 4 020322...
  • Page 29: Warranty

    Warranty To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 10850 117th Place N.E., Kirkland, Washington 98033. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this appliance (appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries, Inc.) to be defect-free in material and workmanship to the original purchaser from the date of purchase as follows: Years 1 &...
  • Page 30: Listing Information

    84”, minimum alcove width 46.75”. MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS REQUIRE: One of the Listed doublewall connectors listed below. Mobile home installations also require outside air - use the Lopi optional outside air boot. DOUBLEWALL CONNECTORS • DURAVENT model DVL with DURATEC chimney •...
  • Page 31: Optional Equipment

    Optional Equipment Outside Air Boot Installation (Part number 99200134) The outside air boot routes outside air to the stove for combustion. Refer to the section "Outside Air Requirements" on page 11 for installation concerns. The directions below detail installation. Install the cover plate following the directions below. Install the 8”...
  • Page 32 Optional Equipment Follow the directions below for attaching the upper section of the air boot (with gasket) to the stove. Slide the lower section down until it contacts the hearth. Attach the two sections together following the directions below Use a screwdriver to Bottom of Stove pry out the...
  • Page 33: Rear Blower Installation

    Optional Equipment Rear Blower Installation (Part number 99000138) The rear blower improves heat transfer by pushing heated air through the convection channel. Operating instructions are described in the section "Blower Operation" on page 20. The stove should be in place with the legs installed prior to installing the rear blower. Follow the directions below to install the thermodisk.
  • Page 34 Optional Equipment Attach the blower following the directions below. The blower attaches to the stove with the three included screws. Use a 3/8” socket driver or wrench. 3/8" Nutdriver NOTE: Prior to attaching the blower, tuck all excess wire into the area inside the blower.
  • Page 35 Optional Equipment Travis Industries 93508129 4 020204...
  • Page 36: Index

    Index Maintenance ..........23 Air Control............19 Air Tube Part Number ........27 Masonry Fireplace .........15 Air Tube Removal & Replacement ....28 Mobile Home Requirements ......13 Alcove............12 Monthly Maintenance ........24 Ash Disposal ..........23 Noise (Normal Operating Sounds) ....20 Baffle Parts ..........27 Non-Combustible Alcove.........12 Baffle Removal and Replacement .....28 Opening the Door ..........17 Blower Cleaning..........25...

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