TOUCH GLASS. PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual describes the installation and operation of the True North, TN20 INSERT Series B wood heater. This heater meets the 2020 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's crib wood emission limits for wood heaters sold after May 15, 2015.
4. DOOR GASKETS - The gasket used for the True North (5/8"(16mm) medium density fiberglass rope) requires only light pressure to seal. This will prolong seal life. It is important that the door seal be main- tained in good condition.
8. Establish a routine for the fuel, wood burning and Lighting techniques. Check daily for creosote buildup in the firebox, until you are experienced and are operating the stove cleanly and safely. 9. Be aware that the hotter the fire, the less creosote is deposited. More frequent chimney cleaning may be necessary in mild weather or when burning “wet”...
Chimney Smoke and Creosote Formation When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining.
In the event of a Chimney Fire Have a fire extinguisher handy. Contact your local, Municipal or State/Provincial fire authority for further information on how to handle a chimney fire. It is most important that you have a clearly understood plan on how to handle a chimney fire.
Operation CAUTION: Hot while in operation. Keep children, clothing and furniture away. Contact may cause skin burns. WARNING: Always keep loading door closed when burning. This heater is not designed for open door burning. WARNING: No alteration or modification of the combustion air control assembly is permitted. Any tampering will void warranty and could be very hazardous.
Your True North heater is designed for maximum overall efficiency at a moderate firing rate. Over firing the appliance will shorten the life of the product. Failure to rectify an over firing condition can be hazardous and may void the manufacturer’s warranty.
321mm 511mm 686mm 473mm 19 7/8" 505mm 21 3/8" 543mm Figure2:TN20 INSB 3 view dimensions. Clearance to Combustibles MINIMUM 54” FROM BASE OF UNIT TO CEILING Mantel or Top Facing MANTEL DISTANCE SIDE FACING AND ADJACENT 15” MEASURED FROM TOP OF...
Fireplace Hearth requirements In Canada - The Masonry Fireplace’s Hearth must extend a minimum of 16”(406mm) in front and 8”(203mm) beyond each side of the fireplace opening and can be flush with adjacent combustible floor. MINIMUM EMBER PROTECTION DIMENSIONS 22 7/8” 581mm Non-combustible Fireplace Hearth...
Fireplace Installation Your Insert is designed to be installed into an approved masonry or factory built zero-clearance wood fireplace. The masonry fireplace must be built according to the requirements of the Standard of Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents and Solid Fuel Burning appliances, N.F.P.A. 211 (Latest Edition) or applicable National, Provincial, State or local codes.
Minimum Fireplace Dimensions Your fireplace is required to have the following minimum sizes: WIDTH at the front 29” (737 mm) HEIGHT 20 1/4” (514 mm) WIDTH at the back 22” (560 mm) DEPTH 18” (457 mm) Recommended Minimum Chimney height: 15’(4.5m) If installed at less than recommended height, starting and or operating problems may occur.
The Insert must be installed in accordance with local and or national building codes. The two methods of flue connection that are acceptable in most areas are shown on page 15 and 16. A metal tag is provided and is to be fastened to the back wall of the fireplace, if the fireplace has been modi- fied to accommodate the insert.
Direct Flue Connection - (USA only) Direct Flue Connection A listed stainless steel rigid or flexible liner extends from the Insert flue collar to the first masonry chim- ney flue liner. A seal must be provided in the throat. Chimney Flue Liner Note: A clean-out door may be required under local codes, when a direct flue connection is used.
Combustion Air Consult local building codes regarding combustion air supply. Intake or combustion air can be supplied to the Insert in one of two ways: 1) Outside air supply: Remove cover from ash clean out in existing fireplace. Place a rodent screen in place of the cover. Install the Insert as described in the “Installation”...
Fan Controls on the side panel and remove the controls (fig.12). Lift to remove both panels from the unit. Figure 12: TN20.INSA Shipping screw 2. Unpack the top panel and lay parts A, B and C face down on a flat, non-marking surface.
Baffle Board / Tube Installation The Chimney liner should be disconnected from the Insert to clean and inspect the chimney. Only if this is not possible should you remove Baffle Boards. DO NOT OPERATE WITH BAFFLE BOARD INSULATION OR TUBES REMOVED. Removal 1.
Firebrick Installation The package contains 20 full-size firebricks. With the insert in its final position, install the firebricks as follows: 1. Place the first brick up under the rear brick rail (Figure 16) and slide it to either the far left or far right (Figure 19).
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Cure Glass is Dirty 1. Wood is wet - Use dry wood 2. Turning down air control - Do not turn down until or damper too soon a) there is a good bed of coals b) the wood is charred 3.
412- TESTED TO / ÉPROUVÉ SELON: ULCS628-93 / IN THE USA: CONFORMS TO UL1482 (2011) MODEL / MODÈLE: TN20 INSERT SERIES / SÉRIE: ETL# 4001507 INSTALL AND USE ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH PACIFIC ENERGY’S INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT CODES, RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION IN YOUR AREA.
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