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IMPORTANT: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO REMAIN WITH THE HOMEOWNER SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SERIAL # SAFETY NOTICE: If this stove is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation instructions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
TOUCH GLASS. PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual describes the installation and operation of the True North, TN20 Series B Freestanding 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. Under specific test conditions this heater has been shown to deliver heat at rates rang- ing from 13,150 to 28,350 Btu/hr.
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, woodburning 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 vapours, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapours condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire.
To Avoid a Chimney Fire 1. Burn wood cleanly. Do not burn wet wood or turn down the unit too quickly after loading. 2. Do not let creosote build up to a point where a chimney fire is possible. 3. Do not have fires in the heater that may ignite chimney fires. These are excessively hot fires, such as when burning household trash, cardboard, Christmas tree limbs, or even ordinary fuel wood;...
‘freshen up’ a fire in this heater. Keep all such liquids well away from the heater while in use. 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.
The prohibition against burning these materials does not prohibit the use of fire starters made from paper, cardboard, saw dust, wax and similar substances for the purpose of starting a fire in an affected wood heater. Do not burn anything but cordwood. Other fuels, eg. charcoal, can produce large amounts of carbon monoxide, a tasteless, odourless gas that can kill.
Restarting After Extended or Overnight Burns 1. Open door and rake hot embers towards the front of the heater. Add a couple of dry, split logs on top of embers, close door. 2. Adjust air control to high (control lever to the left) and in just a few minutes, logs should begin burning. 3.
Stove Dimensions 28 3/4" 28 3/4" 21 5/8" 730 mm 730 mm 21 5/8" 549 mm 23 7/8" 23 7/8" 549 mm 606 mm 606 mm 28 1/8" 28 1/8" 28 1/8" 26 1/4" 28 1/8" 26 1/4" 714 mm 714 mm 667 mm 714 mm 714 mm...
Crate Removal 1. Carefully remove wood top and supports. 2. Remove plastic cover. 3. Remove all screws holding the Legs or Pedestal, to the Pallet. Residential Clearances • BOTH CHIMNEY SYSTEM AND CONNECTOR MUST BE 6"(150mm) DIAMETER AND LISTED TO: CANADA - CONNECTOR - LISTED to ULC S-641 and CHIMNEY LISTED to ULC-S-629 USA - CONNECTOR AND CHIMNEY LISTED to UL-103 HT 1.
Ember Protection The stove may be installed on a combustible floor, provided ember protection (UL 1618 type 1 )made from a non-combustible material (a minimum K value of 23.7 btu/ft h ° F) the equivelent of 20 Gauge steel or tile is used.
Procedure: Follow the chimney manufacturer's instructions, The installation instructions included below are just general steps. 1. Position stove and floor protection (with hole for combustion air if required) in accordance with the clearances as stated on the label and in Figure 7 on page 16. 2.
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Spark arrestor rain cap The chimney may incorporate an offset. To do this safely, all sections of listed connector, offset elbows and chimney 3‘ (914 mm) Minimum section must be screwed Listed Insulated together by at least three sheet Chimney metal screws per joint.
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Connecting to a masonry chimney Ensure that the chimney is in good condition and meets local building codes. Your stove may work better if the chimney is fully lined with a stainless steel liner, this is because the liner will retain heat and promote draft. The chimney flue or liner should be the same size as the stove outlet for optimal performance.
Through Wall Installations (as per NFPA 211-2013) ATTENTION: VAPOUR BARRIER MUST BE MAINTAINED WHEREVER CHIMNEY OR OTHER COMPONENTS PENETRATE TO THE EXTERIOR OF THE STRUCTURE. SEE LOCAL BUILDING CODES FOR PROPER AND APPROVED METHODS OF MAINTAINING VAPOUR BARRIER. System A. Minimum 3.5 in. (90 mm) thick brick masonry wall framed into combustible wall with a minimum of 12 in.
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System C. Sheet steel chimney connector, minimum 24 gauge [0.024 in. (0.61 mm)] in thickness, with a ventilated thimble, minimum 24 gauge [0.024 in. (0.61 mm)] in thickness, having two 1 in. (25.4 mm) air channels, separated from combustibles by a minimum of 6 in. (152 mm) of glass fiber insulation. Opening shall be covered, and thimble supported with a sheet steel support, minimum 24 gauge [0.024 in.
Mobile Home Installation Warning: Under no circumstances is this heater to be installed in a makeshift or "temporary" manner. It may be fired only after the following conditions have been met. • DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. •...
Combustion Air Combustion air can be supplied to the stove in one of two ways. Consult your local building code or CAN/ CSA-B365, or NFPA 211 Pedestal Model 1. Direct outside air supply - (Necessary for mobile home installation, optional for residential installation.) •...
Baffle Board / Tube Installation The Chimney connector pipe should be disconnected from the woodstove to clean and inspect the chimney. Only if this is not possible should you remove Baffle Board. DO NOT OPERATE WITH BAFFLE BOARD INSULATION OR TUBES REMOVED. Removal 1.
Optional Blower The optional blower kit (kit #TRNO.19BLOWA) is equipped with a three prong power cord and may be installed at any time. Route power supply cord away from heater. Electrical rating: 115V, 60Hz, 0.5 amps. Blower Installation 1. Remove the 4 screws and cover plate from the rear shield on the stove (Figure 10). 2.
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 12) and slide it to either the far left or far right. 2.
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.
Replacement Parts (WHEN ORDERING, INCLUDE PART NUMBER WITH DESCRIPTION) The replacement parts are the same for the leg model. ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. Baffle Board (2pcs.) ................80000619 Baffle Tube Set (4pcs.) ..............80000615 Baffle Air Box, Left (c/w gasket/screws) ........80002140 Baffle Air Box, Right (c/w gasket/screws) ........
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