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CENTURY E.P.A. WOOD STOVE MANUAL
US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED
WOOD STOVE
Verified and tested following
ULC S627 and UL 1482 Standards
by:
STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC.
250, de Copenhague, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec), Canada G3A 2H3
Tel: (418) 878-3040
Fax: (418) 878-3001
READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE
45398A
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- Page 1 CENTURY E.P.A. WOOD STOVE MANUAL US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED WOOD STOVE Verified and tested following ULC S627 and UL 1482 Standards STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC. 250, de Copenhague, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec), Canada G3A 2H3 Tel: (418) 878-3040 Fax: (418) 878-3001...
- Page 2 Keep your sales invoice. We also recommend that you register your warranty online at www.century-heating.com Registering your warranty online will help us track rapidly the information we need on your stove.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1.0 INSTALLATION ....................4 1.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION..................4 1.2 POSITIONING THE STOVE ..................4 1.3 CLEARANCES ......................5 1.3.1 Reduced clearances ..................6 1.4 FLOOR PROTECTOR .................... 10 SECTION 2.0 CHIMNEY (FLUE SYSTEM) ................11 2.1 DEFINITIONS ......................11 2.2 CHIMNEY ......................... - Page 4 SECTION 5.0 FEATURES ......................42 5.1 S244 ..........................42 5.2 FW2470 ........................43 5.3 FW2700 ........................44 5.4 FW3000 ........................45 CENTURY HEATING LIMITED WARRANTY ..............47...
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Page 5: Section 1.0 Installation
SECTION 1.0 INSTALLATION When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the E.P.A Century wood stove is suitable for use as a freestanding wood stove in residential installations. The E.P.A Century wood stove is not intended for installation in a bedroom or a mobile home, except for the FW2470 model In Canada, the CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment and the CSA C22.1 Canadian National Electrical Code are to be followed in the absence of local code... -
Page 6: Clearances
MODELS HEIGHT (D)* Single wall pipe / Double wall Single wall pipe / Double wall Single wall pipe / Double wall S244 15.5" (395mm) / 15.5" (395mm) 18" (455mm) / 18" (455mm) 10" (255mm) / 10" (255mm) 84" (2.13m) FW2470 17"... -
Page 7: Reduced Clearances
1.3.1 Reduced clearances You may decrease the clearances by installing heat radiation shields between the walls or the ceiling and the stove. These heat radiation shields must be installed permanently, and can include sheet metal, a rigid non-combustible sheet or a masonry wall. Clearances of not less than 1"... - Page 8 Graphic 1 A- Clearance to combustible material with no protection. B- 500 mm (20 po.) minimum; C- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum; D- Between 25 mm (1 po.) and 75 mm (3 po.) ; E- 75 mm (3 po.) minimum; F- 450 mm (18 po.) minimum.
- Page 9 Graphic 2 A- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum; 1- Combustible wall ; 2- Non-combustible spacer; 3- 0.61 mm (0.024") sheet metal. Graphic 3 A- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum; 1- Combustible wall; 2- Non-combustible spacer; 3- Fire-proof support; 4- Ceramic tile or equivalent non-combustible material. _____________________________________________________________________________ Graphic 4 A- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum;...
- Page 10 Graphic 5 A- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum; 1- Combustible wall; 2- Non-combustible spacer; 3- Brick. Graphic 6 A- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum; 1- Combustible wall; 2- Non-combustible spacer; 3- 0.61 mm (0.024") sheet metal; 4- Brick.
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Page 11: Floor Protector
1.4 FLOOR PROTECTOR If the stove is to be installed on top of a combustible floor, it must be guarded by a non-combustible material extending at least 18” (300mm) from the front and 8” (200mm) from the sides and the back of the firebox., as shown in Figure 1.4 below. -
Page 12: Section 2.0 Chimney (Flue System)
SECTION 2.0 CHIMNEY (FLUE SYSTEM) 2.1 DEFINITIONS For clarity, the following definitions should be used with respect to these instructions: • A chimney system consists of a connector off the top of the stove, and a chimne , which attaches to the connector and terminates outside the house. •... - Page 13 according to the manufacturer's specifications. The manufacturers’ installation instructions and specified clearances should always be followed in accordance with local and national installation codes. In Canada the CSA B365 and the CSA C22.1 installation codes are to be followed. In the USA the ANSI NFPA 70 and ANSI NFPA 211 installation codes are to be followed.
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Page 14: Step By Step Installation Of Your Factory-Built Chimney
insure that it is not obstructed, thus blocking the draft. It should be cleaned when necessary. FIGURE 2.2 Minimum Height of the Chimney 2.2.1 Step by step installation of your factory-built chimney The way to install your chimney may vary from one chimney manufacturer to another. The instructions contained in this manual are based on the recommendations of chimney manufacturers whose products are sold at many North American retailers of wood stoves and related heating accessories. - Page 15 Stove pipe • An adequate number of stove pipe sections. • A 90 elbow Typical installation through the wall FIGURE 2.2.1 (A) Typical installation through the wall...
- Page 16 1- Start by positioning your stove where you would like it to go, taking into account the minimum clearances to combustible material. You will then be able to determine where the chimney will pass through the wall. You will probably have to adjust the stove position slightly to ensure that your chimney will run between the studs.
- Page 17 4- Then, from outside the building, slide a short chimney length (attached to the tee) through the wall thimble. The chimney must extend at least 3 inches into the living space where it attaches to the stove pipe. 5- You can now install the wall support. Simply slide the wall support up to the tee, ensuring that the adapter on the support engages with the female coupler on the bottom of the tee.
- Page 18 6- You can start to add chimney sections. We recommend that you also use locking bands to secure all connections. You will need to secure the chimney to the house using wall bands. Wall bands wrap around the chimney and then attach to the wall. Install the first one 3 feet above the wall support.
- Page 19 9- You are now ready to connect your chimney to your stove. Simply install the inter-connecting stove pipe between the stove pipe adapter and the stove. You can follow the instructions in the following section (section 2.3) of this manual called « CHIMNEY CONNECTOR». Ceiling support system If your chimney must rise inside the house and go through the ceiling, you need to connect it to your stove at the ceiling level.
- Page 20 Typical installation through the ceiling FIGURE 2.2.1 (B) Typical Installation Through the Ceiling...
- Page 21 1. Place your stove where you would like it located and use a plumb line to mark the ceiling directly above your stove flue. You will probably have to adjust this position slightly to ensure that your chimney will run between the joists. You can use a stud finder to locate the joists. You also need to take into account the minimum clearances to combustible materials.
- Page 22 4. Once the support is secure, you can begin to assemble the chimney by lowering the first section into the support. Make sure that the male coupler is pointing upwards, as indicated by the arrow on the chimney label. 5. Then, from beneath the support, insert the stove pipe adapter and twist-lock it into place. 6.
- Page 23 7. Once you have cut through your roof and framed the joists, it is time to work outdoors. Authorities require that the chimney extend not less than 3 feet above the highest point where it passes through the roof of a building and not less that 2 feet above any portion of the building within 10 feet.
- Page 24 9. You are now ready to connect your chimney to your stove. Simply install the inter-connecting stove pipe between the stove pipe adapter and the stove. You can follow the instructions in the following section (section 2.3) of this manual called « CHIMNEY CONNECTOR».
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Page 25: Typical Installation Through An Existing Masonry Chimney
2.2.2 Typical installation through an existing masonry chimney You can also install your stove using your existing masonry chimney. To do so, follow the guidelines below. You may want to use a factory-built thimble, on construct your own brick thimble. If you are using a masonry chimney, it is important that it be built in compliance with the specifications of the Building Code in your region. - Page 26 FIGURE 2.2.2 (B) Factory Built Thimble...
- Page 27 FIGURE 2.2.2 (C) Brick Thimble...
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Page 28: Chimney Connector
2.3 CHIMNEY CONNECTOR Your chimney connector (commonly called stove pipe) and chimney must have the same diameter as the stove’s exhaust outlet. The stove pipe must be made of aluminized or cold roll steel with a minimum 24-gauge thickness (0.021" or 0.53 mm). It is strictly forbidden to use galvanized steel. - Page 29 FIGURE 2.3 (B) Minimum Slope We recommend that you use Avoid 90 degree eblows two 45 degree elbows instead...
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Page 30: Draft
2.4 DRAFT Your E.P.A Century stove’s performance will be optimised if it is installed with a chimney (flue) system that provides an adequate draft. The draft is the force that moves air from the appliance up through the chimney and is predominantly affected by the height and diameter of the chimney, as well as the stack temperatures of the stove. - Page 31 2- Put the back pedestal shield in place using the 4 screws. 3- Connect a flexible insulated pipe to the 3” (76mm) spigot on the back pedestal shield. Secure the pipe using pipe clamps. The complete fresh air kit is available at your Century dealer.
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Page 32: The Advantage Of Installing A Blower (Fan)
2.6 THE ADVANTAGE OF INSTALLING A BLOWER (FAN) A blower can be installed at the back of your E.P.A Century stove. This option is necessary if you wish to redistribute into a room the heat trapped at the back of your stove. By forcing hot air toward the front, the blower enables you to extend the radiation and convection power of your stove. -
Page 33: Section 3.0 Operation
SECTION 3.0 OPERATION Keep these instructions for future reference. WARNING: • ANY MODIFICATION OF THE APPLIANCE THAT HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED IN WRITING BY THE CSA B365 ( ANSI NFPA TESTING AUTHORITY IS CONSIDERED AS BREACHING CANADA 211 (USA). • N EVER MODIFY THE AIR INTAKE CONTROL •... - Page 34 Misuse is not covered by warranty. • Even though your E.P.A Century has been specifically designed and tested to prevent smoke spillage, always open the door slowly as this will minimise the likelihood of smoke spillage or a back draft of flame or smoke into the room.
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Page 35: Fuel
Fuel for the stove must not be stored closer than the required clearances to combustibles (heat sensitive materials). NEVER STORE WOOD IN THE ASH PAN COMPARTMENT. Your E.P.A Century stove is designed to burn . Do not burn coal, charcoal, or trash in WOOD ONLY the unit. -
Page 36: The Use Of Manufactured Logs
Decorative fireplaces generally have larger, cooler, and less air-tight fireboxes. Your E.P.A Century stove, on the other hand, has a smaller, completely sealed firebox which attains much higher temperatures. It is therefore not designed to support excessive heat caused by the addition of chemicals in manufactured logs. -
Page 37: Lighting A Fire
Over a period of time, it may also result in creosote build-up in the chimney (which could lead a chimney fire). Decrease air Increase air Air control adjustment for models S244, FW2700 & FW3000... -
Page 38: Maintaining The Fire
Your E.P.A Century stove will work best if a thick bed of hot embers is maintained in the bottom of the firebox, and a minimum of two large pieces of seasoned fuel are added. Combustion efficiency is largely related to establishing a hot ember bed, and hot firebox temperatures. -
Page 39: Fan (Blower) Operation
Closing the air control too soon will lower combustion efficiency and may cause the fire to die out. In all Century appliances the addition of a blower is highly recommended to maximize your unit’s efficiency. 3.6 FAN (BLOWER) OPERATION If you have purchased and installed and optional fan (blower), allow the stove to reach operating temperature (approximately one hour), before turning on the fan. -
Page 40: Section 4.0 Maintenance
® glass 5mm thick supplied by your E.P.A Century dealer. Never use a substitute material. • To replace the glass, remove the screws retaining the glass retainers inside the door. Remove the mouldings and replace the damaged piece with a new one. Perform the procedure backwards after replacing. -
Page 41: Gasketing
EMOVE ASHES WHEN THE STOVE AND ASHES ARE COLD Whenever the ashes get 3 – 4” (76 – 102 mm) deep in the firebox, they should be emptied into the ash drawer (except for S244 model which is not equipped with an ash drawer), using the following instructions: •... -
Page 42: Chimney (Flue) Cleaning
When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire which could be hazardous. Your E.P.A Century stove has been designed to reduce the amount of creosote produced. Even so, the chimney and any chimney connector should be inspected at least once every two months during the heating season to determine if a creosote build-up has occurred. -
Page 43: Section 5.0 Features
SECTION 5.0 FEATURES S244 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface : 500 to 1000 sq. ft. Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., EPA test wood: 26,100 Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., seasoned cordwood : 40,000... -
Page 44: Fw2470
FW2470 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface : 500 to 1300 sq.ft. Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., EPA test wood: 18,900 Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., seasoned cordwood : 50,000 Optimum efficiency: 76% *Why is the information indicated on the EPA label different than the one advertised? You will notice a difference between the BTU output as indicated on the unit’s white EPA label affixed to the glass and the BTU as advertised on our web site and/or product literature. -
Page 45: Fw2700
FW2700 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface : 700 to 1700 sq. ft. Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., EPA test wood: 50,000 Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., seasoned cordwood : 65,000 Optimum efficiency: 77% *Why is the information indicated on the EPA label different than the one advertised? You will notice a difference between the BTU output as indicated on the unit’s white EPA label affixed to the glass... -
Page 46: Fw3000
FW3000 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface : 800 to 2000 sq. ft. Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., EPA test wood: 32,300 Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., seasoned cordwood : 75,000 Optimum efficiency: 77% *Why is the information indicated on the EPA label different than the one advertised? You will notice a difference between the BTU output as indicated on the unit’s white EPA label affixed to the glass... -
Page 48: Century Heating Limited Warranty
Firebrick *Pictures required Shall your unit or a components be defective, contact immediately your CENTURY dealer. Prior to your call make sure you have the following information necessary to your warranty claim treatment: •...