Appalachian Stove & Fabricators Trailmaster 4N1-XL Installation And Operation Procedures

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Appalachian's
Trailmaster
4N1-XL
INSTALLATION
AND OPERATION
PROCEDURES
FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE INSERT
FREESTANDING - RESIDENTIAL
MOBILE HOME MODELS
MASONRY FIREPLACE INSERT
© 2001 Appalachian Stove & Fabricators, Inc.

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  • Page 1 Appalachian’s Trailmaster 4N1-XL INSTALLATION AND OPERATION PROCEDURES FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE INSERT FREESTANDING - RESIDENTIAL MOBILE HOME MODELS MASONRY FIREPLACE INSERT © 2001 Appalachian Stove & Fabricators, Inc.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    To fully benefit from your stove and to ensure safe operation, follow the instructions in this manual V . Installing the Brass Trim........12 carefully. We hope you enjoy many years of safe, economical heat from your Model Trailmaster 4N1-XL VI. Installing the Optional Heat Shield....13 stove. VII. Catalytic Combusters........14 1.
  • Page 3: Stove Features And Operating Controls

    I. FEATURES AND OPERATING CONTROLS Before installing and operating the Trailmaster 4N1-XL 8. Warm air deflector - on the top stove edge directs stove, familiarize yourself with its features and operating heated air downward and across the floor for maximum controls.
  • Page 4: Fireplace Insert Installation

    FIGURE 2 - FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS (MINIMUM) (H) Ash Pan (I) Damper Spring (J) Optional Webbing 22-1/2” 26-1/2” 15” *Depth at height of stove 2. FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS Refer to FIGURE 2 to determine the minimum dimensions necessary to install the 4N1-XL stove.
  • Page 5: Clearance To Combustibles

    3/8” asbestos millboard, or equivalent, for factory-built fireplace. 4. PREPARATION To facilitate the installation of your 4N1-XL stove, follow theses steps before attempting to place the stove in a fireplace. (A) Clear the area around the fireplace of furniture, rugs, etc., to allow easy access.
  • Page 6: Installing The Stove

    NOTE: If the floor of the fireplace is recessed, it must be built up with non-combustible materials such as brick, scrap metal, etc. The 4N1-XL should sit level in the fireplace to function properly. This completes the installation of your 4N1-XL fireplace insert.
  • Page 7: Freestanding Installation

    2. CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES AND NON- 1. STOVE COMPONENTS COMBUSTIBLES The following components are included with the 4N1- The 4N1-XL stove MUST be installed with adequate XL freestanding model: clearance from combustible surfaces to assure safe (A) 4N1-XL stove operation. Refer to FIGURE 6 to determine the (B) Blower assembly applicable clearances for your installation.
  • Page 8: Preparation

    NOTE: Walls of wood frame construction covered with non-combustible veneer such as brick are considered COMBUSTIBLE walls. (A) If the stove is installed on a combustible floor, a protective pad of 3/8” asbestos millboard, or equivalent, must be placed beneath the pedestal. It must extend 8”...
  • Page 9: Chimney Installation

    (B) PEDESTAL: Position on the bottom of the stove so that it is centered and 2” back from the edge of the stove bottom. The longest solid panel and the opening in the bottom of the pedestal are located at the front of the stove.
  • Page 10: (C) Masonry Flue

    (C) INSTALLATION INTO MASONRY FLUE 1. Masonry flues for use with solid fuel appliances must meet the NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATIONS CODE 211 specifications. 2. Connection to the masonry flue is made with a masonry or terra-cotta type thimble cemented firmly in place.
  • Page 11: Mobile Home Installation

    (A) The structural integrity of the mobile home floor, wall, and ceiling/roof must be maintained throughout the installation. (B) DO NOT install the 4N1-XL stove in a sleeping room. (C) Be sure to provide means for the secure installation of the stove to the floor of the mobile home.
  • Page 12: Installing The Brass Trim

    V . INSTALLING THE BRASS TRIM 1. STANDARD BRASS (A) SPRING DAMPER HANDLE 1. Screw the handle onto the damper rod counter- clockwise. 2. OPTIONAL BRASS (A) GOLD PLATED DOOR WEBBING/CAST WEBBING FIGURE 12 1. For ease of installation, remove the door from the stove. MOUNTING DAMPER ROD HANDLE The door can be removed from its hinges with the proper leverage.
  • Page 13: Installing The Optional Heat Shield

    VI. INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL HEAT SHIELD 1. Center the heat shield on the back of the stove. 2. Attach the heat shield to the stove using the screws provided. Place the spacer between the heat shield and the stove back. The screw will go through the spacer.
  • Page 14: Catalytic Combusters

    3. Check for proper amount (including postage and handling) The 4N1-XL is designed to allow the owner to monitor 4. APPLIED CERAMICS Catalytic Combustor the catalyst temperatures. A small port is located on the top of the stove. It is positioned to allow for 2.
  • Page 15: Catalyst Troubleshooting

    3. CATALYST TROUBLESHOOTING Creosote accumulation may be caused by one or more of The operation of any wood stove can create problems. the following: a poorly insulated chimney; a non- While the use of a catalyst equipped wood stove will functioning combustor;...
  • Page 16: Catalyst Replacement

    4. CATALYST REPLACEMENT To replace damaged or non-functioning catalytics follow these steps: A) Loosen the damper tab bolts with 9/16” socket to allow the damper tab to slide back. Lower the cast housing as shown. B) Remove the mixing plate, sealing plate and catalyst. Clean the area where the catalyst sits to remove old gasketing. Inside the stove, check the area where the damper system was located and clean away old gasketing, if necessary.
  • Page 17: Stove Operation

    VIII. OPERATION Proper operation of the 4N1-XL stove will help to CAUTION: START UP AIR LOCATED UNDER THE ensure safe, efficient heating. Review these operating DOOR MAY ONLY BE OPENED DURING THE instructions. BUILDING OF THE FIRE (5 MIN. MAX). DO NOT USE DURING NORMAL OPERATION.
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    IX. MAINTENANCE 3. CHIMNEY CARE There are areas of the stove and chimney system that When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other need periodic maintenance to ensure safe and efficient organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture operation.
  • Page 19: Safety

    XI. LIMITED WARRANTY X. SAFETY The Appalachian Stove is warrantied to be free of defects in 1. If you plan to use an existing chimney with your stove, materials and workmanship for a period of five years from the inspect it thoroughly to be sure it is sound and clean. date of purchase when used in accordance with the Advise your insurance company to be sure your policy recommendations of the manufacturer, with the following...

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