HearthStone Stowe 8324 Owner's Manual

HearthStone Stowe 8324 Owner's Manual

Gas-fired direct vent heater

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WARNING: FOLLOW THE INFORMATION IN
THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, IF NOT, A FIRE
OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING
PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR
LOSS OF LIFE.
WARNING: DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE
OR ANY OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS NEAR THIS OR ANY OTHER GAS
APPLIANCE.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch electrical switches; do not use the phone
in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a phone
outside the structure. Follow your gas supplier's
instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department or 911.
A qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier must
perform installation and service of this appliance. In the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, all installation of gas
lines and gas fittings must be performed by a licensed gas
fitter or licensed plumber.
Stowe
Gas-Fired Direct Vent Heater
Owner's Manual
Operation & Installation Guide
Read This Owner's Manual
Operate and Maintain This Gas Heater
According to This Instruction Manual.
Save These Instructions!
Ce manual est disponible en Francais a
www.hearthstonetech.com
AVERTISSEMENT:
SUIVRE
LES
INSTRUCTIONS
CETTE NOTICE POUR RÉDUIRE AU MINIMUM LE
RISQUE D'INCENDIE OU POUR ÉVITER TOUT
DOMMAGE MATÉERIEL, TOUTE BLESSURE OU
LA MORT.
AVERTISSEMENT: NE PAS ENTRESPOSER NI
UTILISER D'ESSENCE NI D'AUTRE VAPERURS
OU
LIQUIDES
INFLAMMABLES
VOISINAGE DE CET APPRAREIL OU DE TOUT
AUTRE APPAREIL.
QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ:
Ne pas tenter d'allumer d'appareil.
Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne pas vous servir
des téléphones se trouvant dans le batiment où vous
vous trouvez.
Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz
depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions du
fournisseur.
Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz,
appelez le service dos incendies.
L'installation et service doit être exécuté par un qualifié
installer, agence de service ou le fournisseur de gaz.
(Model 8324)
ASSUREZ-VOUS
DE
BIEN
DONNÉ
DANS
DANS
Stowe Model 8324
Manual: 6400-40596
R: 06-30-16
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  • Page 1 Stowe (Model 8324) Gas-Fired Direct Vent Heater Owner’s Manual Operation & Installation Guide Read This Owner’s Manual Operate and Maintain This Gas Heater According to This Instruction Manual. Save These Instructions! Ce manual est disponible en Francais a www.hearthstonetech.com WARNING: FOLLOW THE INFORMATION IN AVERTISSEMENT: ASSUREZ-VOUS BIEN...
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  • Page 3: Information Sheet

    Information Sheet Use this page to record all relevant information concerning the purchase, installation, and maintenance of your Stowe Model 8324 Direct -Vent heater. This information will facilitate servicing, purchase of replacement parts, and warranty claims (if necessary). Keep your original receipt in a safe place as proof of purchase. Serial Number: Fuel type: Natural Gas...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    INDEX Specifications………………………………………………………………………………………4 Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………...5 Safety Information…………………………………………………………………………………5 Installation Preparation………………………………………………………………………….. 7 Codes……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..7 Items Required for Installation………………………………………………………………………………… Packing List………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8 Unpacking and Inspection……………………………………………………………………………………… 8 Clearances to Combustibles……………………………………………………………………. 9 Hearth Requirement/Floor Protection………………………………………………………………………….. 9 Venting Information……………………………………………………………………………... 10 Venting Connection……………………………………………………………………………………………. 10 Approved Systems……………………………………………………………………………………………. Minimum Venting……………………………………………………………………………………………… Electrical System Information………………………………………………………………….16 Gas Supply &...
  • Page 5: Specifications

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 PECIFICATIONS Testing Agency: Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. Certified for use by: (ITS) Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gasfitters Listed: Direct Vent Gas Heater 100 Cambridge Street, Room 1511...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    By following Model 8324, Gas-Fired Direct-Vent heater. The a few simple safety precautions and by performing Stowe, by Hearthstone, incorporates the latest in minimal maintenance, the unit will remain appealing direct vent gas technology, which will provide you while providing years of quality performance.
  • Page 7 Use of any components not supplied by Hearthstone on the stove voids all warranties. Do not DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES THE APPLIANCE substitute components. SHOULD BE LOCATED OUT OF TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM FURNITURE, DRAPERIES, CLOTHING AND FLAMMABLE MATERIALS.
  • Page 8: Installation Preparation

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 Do Not Light Pilot or Burner by Hand The pilot light on this gas heater is lit by using the remote control as described elsewhere in this manual. Never attempt to light the pilot or main burner by hand with a match or lighter.
  • Page 9: Items Required For Installation

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 appareil peut être installé comme du matériel damage. The unit should be square and true. The d’origine dans une maison préfabriquée (É.-U. sheet metal parts should be smooth and free of seulement) ou mobile et doit être installé...
  • Page 10: Clearances To Combustibles

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 4. Reinstall by reversing the previous steps. 2. Release the front panel by lifting up and off of the stove body. Set aside on a soft surface. Clearances to Combustibles Note: Ensure clearances are in accordance with local installation codes and the requirements of the gas supplier.
  • Page 11: Venting Connection

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 Figure 5 - Minimum Wall Clearances Figure 7 - Horizontal Vent Mantle Clearance Figure 6 - Corner Clearances Figure 8 - Snorkel Termination Mantle Clearance...
  • Page 12: Venting Information

    2" from the top of horizontal runs Selkirk Corporation Vertical Venting and Termination 1301 W. President George Bush Hwy, Suite 330 The Stowe 8324 is approved for venting vertically Richardson, TX 75080-1139 800-992-8368 through a roof or ceiling. When installing a vertical...
  • Page 13 HIMNEY horizontal run. NSTALLATIONS At minimum vertical rise, maximum horizontal run is 10’. (If a 14” snorkel termination is used a The Stowe 8324 is approved for use with direct vent also maximum horizontal 10’ chimney conversion kits in masonry or prefabricated applicable.)
  • Page 14: Minimum Venting

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 INIMUM ENTING NSTALLATION NSTRUCTIONS 1. Install the 45º elbow over the outer collar. Place the elbow so that the twist lock end is pointing 2. Install one of the 9” pipe sections into the elbow by fully inserting it and turning approximately ¼...
  • Page 15 Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 Figure 12 - Acceptable Direct Vent Terminal Vent Cap Locations A = Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or H = *Not to be installed within 15 feet (4.5m) above a balcony: 12 inches (30cm) minimum.
  • Page 16 Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 Figure 13 - Venting Termination Diagram...
  • Page 17: Electrical System Information

    (ATTENTION: AU MOMENT DE L’ENTRETIEN DES COMMANDES, ÉTIQUETEZ TOUS LES FILS AVANT LE DÉBRANCHEMENT. DES ERREURS DE CÂBLAGE PEUVENT ENTRAÎUN FONCTIONNEMENT INADEQUATE ET DANGEREUX.) The proper location of wire connections is shown in the following figure. Figure 14 – Stowe 8324 Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 18: Gas Supply & Connections

    D'INSTALLATION CAN/CGA-B149 alignment, but refer to local codes. NFPA Code and Hearthstone require the use of The Stowe is factory equipped to use natural gas a dedicated sediment trap just upstream of the (NG) and requires conversion for use with propane unit.
  • Page 19: Gas Connections

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc. STOWE Model 8324 proper thread length and to gauge. Thread WARNINGS that IS cut too long can cause distortion or  Fire or Explosion Hazard. Can cause property malfunction if inserted too deeply. damage, severe injury, or death. Do NOT bend 3.
  • Page 20: Firebox/Log Set Placement

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc. STOWE Model 8324 WARNING Absolutely no leakage should occur, otherwise there is a danger of fire or explosion depending upon conditions. Never use if leakage is detected. Log Set Placement CAUTION: FRAGILE! HANDLE LOG SET WITH CARE.
  • Page 21: Removal

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc. STOWE Model 8324 Gently place Log 5 in the indentation on the burner and rest it on log 3 as shown in Figure 23. Figure 20– Log 2 Position 4. Place log 3 onto the end of log 1 as shown as shown in Figure 21.
  • Page 22: Initial Lighting Instructions

    ILOT DJUSTMENT 3. Push in and turn gas control knob clockwise to The pilot light is preset by Hearthstone and should “OFF”. (If not previously lit, the knob should be not need adjustment. The pilot light flame must be in this position.)
  • Page 23: Air Shutter/Restrictor

    The Stowe gas-fired heater is easy to operate. The Stowe comes with a standard thermostat. Optional remote, or programmable thermostats are available for purchase from your local Hearthstone dealer. Figure 27 – Air Shutter Closed The desired room temperature is maintained with a properly adjusted and installed thermostat.
  • Page 24: Routine Maintenance And Care

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc. STOWE Model 8324 the burner flame should be performed. The burner need to adjust the restrictor plate position to reduce flames can be adjusted by means of the air shutter. draft. To determine if the burner flame needs adjustment,...
  • Page 25 STOWE Model 8324 For replacement parts, or for information about parts ANNUALLY or service, contact your local Hearthstone dealer. Any safety screen or guard removed for Clean Firebox, Pilot, & Burner Assembly servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to...
  • Page 26: Venting Components

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc. STOWE Model 8324 avant d’être utilisé et au moins une fois l’an par la 1. Apply gasket to new glass as describe in steps suite. Des nettoyages plus fréquents peuvent être 2-3 above. nécessaires si les tapis, la literie, et cetera 2.
  • Page 27: Parts List

    HANDLE: SPRING HOOK 5710-290 PLATE: RESTRICTOR WARNING! DO NOT SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS. For replacement parts, or for information about parts or service, contact your authorized Hearthstone retailer. For the name of the authorized retailer nearest to you, visit our website at www.hearthstonestoves.com.
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. Pilot will not A. Using the piezo sparker, try to light the pilot. If it will not A. Insufficient gas pressure, light. light, check the inlet gas pressure.
  • Page 29 Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action 3. Pilot burning, no A. Thermostat switch or A. Check thermostat/wiring for proper connections. Place gas to main burner, wires defective. jumper wire across terminals at thermostat. If burner comes valve knob in the on, replace defective thermostat.
  • Page 30 Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action 8. Floating flames, A. Potentially dangerous A. Check the appliance input rate and reduce if necessary. lazy ill-defined, incomplete combustion due The air intake/exhaust flow system may be too restrictive or...
  • Page 31: Rating Label

    Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc STOWE Model 8324 ATING ABEL 07044-2...
  • Page 32: Warranty

    ) year after the Purchase Date, Hearthstone will pay for warranty labor performed by an authorized Dealer at Hearthstone’s published labor rates in effect at the time the labor is performed only if the appliance is installed by an authorized dealer or their designated representative. Otherwise or thereafter, the Original Purchaser is responsible for the cost of labor.
  • Page 33 Hearthstone or an authorized Dealer, as the case may be. Notwithstanding any other provision of this document, in no event will Hearthstone pay for any Dealer fees or other fees for pick up or delivery of the appliance returned for repair; the Original Purchaser shall be responsible for any such fees.
  • Page 34 Dealer on behalf of Hearthstone, as the case may be, will instruct the Original Purchaser to either return the defective part, or the entire appliance (if requested), to the Dealer or Hearthstone or allow a Dealer to make a service call at the place where the appliance is located. Hearthstone may require that a digital picture be provided to support the claim.

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