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Empire Comfort Systems GATEWAY 1700 Installation And Operation Manual

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CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN
LOCAL AREA.
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS WOOD STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE
Printed in Canada
GATEWAY 1700
MOBILE
HOME
and Operation
(WB17FS MODEL)
Installation
Manual
US Environmental Protection
Agency phase II certified wood
stove compliant with 2020
cordwood standard.
Safety tested according to
ULC S627, UL 1482 and
UL 737 standards by an
accredited laboratory.
45976A

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual GATEWAY 1700 (WB17FS MODEL) US Environmental Protection Agency phase II certified wood stove compliant with 2020 cordwood standard. Safety tested according to ULC S627, UL 1482 and UL 737 standards by an accredited laboratory. MOBILE HOME CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN LOCAL AREA.
  • Page 3 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS WOOD STOVE. The following pages provide Contact local building or fire general advice on wood officials about restrictions heating, detailed instructions and installation inspection If this stove is not for safe and effective requirements in your local installed properly, installation, and guidance area.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ................7 1. Safety Information ........................7 2. General Information ........................ 8 2.1 Performances ........................8 2.2 Specifications ........................9 2.3 Dimensions ........................10 2.4 Materials ...........................14 2.5 Zone Heating ........................14 2.6 Emissions and Efficiency ....................15 3.
  • Page 5 8. Clearances to Combustible Material ..................31 8.1 Clearances ........................33 8.2 Floor Protection .........................37 8.3 Reducing Wall and Ceiling Clearances Safely...............37 9. The Venting System ......................41 9.1 General ..........................41 9.2 Suitable Chimneys ......................41 9.3 Minimum Chimney Height....................43 9.4 Chimney Location ......................43 9.5 Supply of Combustion Air ....................44 9.6 Installing the Chimney Connector ..................45 Appendix 1: Legs Installation ....................
  • Page 6 CERTIFICATION PLATE Page 6...

  • Page 7: Part A - Operation And Maintenance

    PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 1. Safety Information • This stove has been tested for use with an open door in conjunction with a fire screen, sold separately. The door may be opened, or fire screen removed only during lighting procedures or reloading.

  • Page 8: General Information

    2. General Information Performances Values are as measured per test method, except for the recommended heating area, firebox volume, maximum burn time and maximum heat output. Model Gateway 1700 Combustion technology Non-catalytic Fuel Type Dry Cordwood Recommended heating area (sq. ft.)

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications Maximum log length 18 in (457 mm) east-west Flue outlet diameter 6 in (150 mm) Recommended connector pipe diameter 6 in (150 mm) Type of chimney ULC S629, UL 103 HT (2100 °F) Baffle material C-Cast Approved for alcove installation Approved for mobile home installation Type of door Simple, glass with cast iron frame...

  • Page 10: Dimensions

    Dimensions 2.3.1 Stove Dimensions with Queen Anne Legs 24 7/8" 632mm 12 1/2" 316mm 6" Ø 150mm Figure 1: Top View 23 1/8" 586mm 18 3/4" 477mm 9 3/8" 237mm 15 5/8" 395mm 17 1/8" 24 1/8" 435mm 613mm 21 1/2" 24 1/2"...
  • Page 11 2.3.2 Stove Dimensions with Straight Legs 24 7/8" 632mm 12 1/2" 316mm 6" Ø 150mm Figure 4: Top View 23 1/8" 586mm 18 3/4" 477mm 9 3/8" 237mm 15 5/8" 395mm 17 1/4" 24 1/8" 438mm 613mm 21 1/2" 25 1/4" 547mm 642mm Figure 5: Front View...
  • Page 12 2.3.3 Dimensions with pedestal 24 7/8" 632mm 12 1/2" 316mm 6" Ø 150mm Figure 7: Top View 23 1/8" 586mm 18 3/4" 477mm 9 3/8" 237mm 15 5/8" 395mm 14 7/8" 23 1/4" 378mm 590mm 21 1/2" 24 1/8" 547mm 613mm Figure 8: Front View Figure 9: Side View...
  • Page 13 2.3.4 Combustion Chamber Dimensions 8" 202mm 17 1/4" 438mm Figure 10: Door Opening 3/16" 5/16" 19 5/8" 498mm 13 1/2" 343mm Figure 11: Front View - Combustion Chamber Figure 12: Side View - Combustion Chamber Page 13...

  • Page 14: Materials

    Materials The body of this stove, which is most of its weight, is carbon steel. Should it ever become necessary many years in the future, almost the entire stove can be recycled into new products, thus eliminating the need to mine new materials. The paint coating on the stove is very thin.

  • Page 15: Emissions And Efficiency

    The success of zone heating will depend on several factors, including the correct sizing and location of the stove, the size, layout and age of your home and your climate zone. Three-season vacation homes can usually be heated with smaller stoves than houses that are heated all winter. Emissions and Efficiency The low smoke emissions produced by the special features inside this stove firebox mean that the household will release up to 90% less smoke into the outside environment than if an older...

  • Page 16: Log Length

    Softer woods make good fuel for mild weather in spring and fall because they light quickly and produce less heat. Softwoods are not as dense as hardwoods so a given volume of wood contains less energy. Using softwoods avoids overheating the house, which can be a common problem with wood heating in moderate weather.
  • Page 17 Firewood with a moisture content between 15% and 20% will allow the stove to produce its highest possible efficiency. Here are some facts to consider in estimating drying time: − Firewood bought from a dealer is rarely dry enough to burn, so it is advisable to buy the wood in spring and dry it yourself;...

  • Page 18: Stove Operation

    4. Stove Operation This wood heater has a manufacturer-set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal regulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual. Before using the stove, the following steps should be completed : •...

  • Page 19: The Use Of A Fire Screen

    The Use of a Fire Screen This stove has been tested for use with an open door in conjunction with a fire screen, sold separately. The fire screen must be properly secured on the stove to avoid any risk of sparks damaging the flooring.

  • Page 20: Combustion Cycles

    Once the fire has ignited, the door can be closed with the air control still fully open. When the kindling is almost completely burned, standard firewood pieces can be added. Do not leave the heater unattended when the door is slightly open. Always close and latch the door after the fire ignites.

  • Page 21: Rekindling A Fire

    Wood burns best in cycles. A cycle starts when a new load of wood is ignited by hot coals and ends when that load has been consumed down to a bed of charcoal about the same size as it was when the wood was loaded. Trying to produce a steady heat output by placing a single log on the fire at regular intervals is not recommended.

  • Page 22: Air Intake Control

    The best time to remove ash is in the morning, after an overnight fire when the heater is relatively cold, but there is still a little chimney draft to draw the ash dust into the heater and prevent going out into the room. Ashes almost always contain live embers that can stay hot for days and which release carbon monoxide gas.
  • Page 23 5.7.1 Flash Fire To build a small fire that will produce a low heat output, use small pieces of firewood and load them crisscross in the firebox. The pieces should only be 3" to 4" in diameter. After raking the coals, lay two pieces parallel to each other diagonally in the firebox and lay two more across them in the other direction.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    A longer burning time is not necessarily an indication of efficient operation. It is preferable to build a smaller fire that will provide three or four hours of heating than to fully load the firebox for a much longer burn. Shorter burn cycles make it easier to match the heat output of the stove to heat demand for the space.

  • Page 25: Glass Door

    Glass Door 6.2.1 Cleaning Under normal conditions, the door glass should stay relatively clear. If the firewood is dry enough and the operating instructions in this manual are followed, a whitish, dusty deposit will form on the inner surface of the glass after a week or so of use. This is normal and can be easily removed when the heater is cold by wiping with a damp cloth or paper towel and then drying.

  • Page 26: Door

    6.2.3 Gasket The glass gasket is flat, adhesive-backed, woven fibreglass. The gasket must be centred on the edge of the glass. Follow the steps of the previous section to remove the glass. Remove the old gasket and clean the glass thoroughly.
  • Page 27 Remove the split pin by pulling and turning it using pliers. Turn the handle one counterclockwise turn to increase pressure. Reinstall the split pin with a small hammer. Figure 19: Removing the split pin Figure 20: Installing the split pin 6.3.2 Gasket It is important to replace the gasket with another having the same diameter and density to...

  • Page 28: Exhaust System

    Exhaust System Wood smoke can condense inside the chimney, forming a inflammable deposit called creosote. If creosote builds up in the system, it can ignite when a hot fire is burned in the stove. A very hot fire can progress to the top of the chimney. Severe chimney fires can damage even the best chimneys.
  • Page 29 6.5.2 Chimney Fire Regular chimney maintenance and inspection can prevent chimney fires. If you have a chimney fire, follow these steps: Close the stove door and the air intake control; Alert the occupants of the house of the possible danger; If you require assistance, alert the fire department;...

  • Page 30: Part B - Installation

    PART B - INSTALLATION 7. Safety Information and Standards • The information given on the certification label affixed to the appliance always overrides the information published, in any other media (owner’s manual, catalogues, flyers, magazines and web sites). • Mixing of appliance components from different sources or modifying components may result in hazardous conditions.

  • Page 31: Location Of The Certification Label

    Location of the Certification Label Since the information given on the certification label affixed to the appliance always overrides the information published, in any other media (owner’s manual, catalogues, flyers, magazines and web sites) it is important to refer to it in order to have a safe and compliant installation. In addition, important information about the stove can be found (model, serial number, etc.).
  • Page 32 48" 36" 122 cm 92 cm Figure 22: Clearances - Top Figure 23: Clearances - Corner 84" (L) 213 cm Figure 24: Clearances - Side Page 32...

  • Page 33: Clearances

    Clearances APPLIANCE CLEARANCES APPLIANCE CLEARANCES WITH SINGLE WALL PIPE WITH DOUBLE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR CONNECTOR Canada Canada 17" (432 mm) 17" (432 mm) 9" (229 mm) 9" (229 mm) 12" (305 mm) 12" (305 mm) 12" (305 mm) 12" (305 mm) 12"...
  • Page 34 8.1.2 With Step Top add on (WT1BL) APPLIANCE CLEARANCES DISTANCES FROM DOUBLE WITH DOUBLE WALL PIPE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR CONNECTOR Canada Canada 6" (152 mm) 6" (152 mm) 9 ½" (241 mm) 9 ½" (241 mm) 10" (254 mm) 10" (254 mm) 19"...
  • Page 35 8.1.4 With Heat Shield AC02710 and Lowered Ceiling To reduce the clearances of an appliance using a single wall pipe connector, the use of a heat shield certified with the single wall pipe connector to be used as close as 6" from combustible materials must be used.
  • Page 36 8.1.7 Mobile Home with Step Top add on (WT1BL) It is strictly forbidden to install a unit with a single wall pipe in a mobile home. APPLIANCE CLEARANCES DISTANCES FROM PIPE WITH DOUBLE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR WITH DOUBLE CONNECTOR WALL PIPE CONNECTOR Canada Canada 8"...

  • Page 37: Floor Protection

    Floor Protection This stove is designed to prevent the floor from overheating. However, it must be placed on a non-flammable surface to protect the floor from hot embers that may fall during loading. The floor protection must be a continuous, non combustible material, such as steel with a minimum thickness of 0.015"...
  • Page 38 8.3.1 Shield Construction Rules − Adhesives used in shield construction must not ignite or lose adhesive qualities at temperatures likely to be encountered. − Mounting hardware which extends from the shield surface into combustibles may be used only at the edges of the shield. −...
  • Page 39 Figure 27: Heat shield clearances Figure 28: Heat shield clearances Figure 29: Heat shield clearances Page 39...
  • Page 40 CLEARANCES MAY BE REDUCED BY THESE PERCENTAGES SIDES, TYPE OF SHIELD CORNER (CEILING) AND REAR CAN / CAN / MIN. MIN. Sheet metal, a minimum of 24 gauge (0.61 mm) in thickness , spaced out at least 1" (25 mm)* by non-combustible spacers 12"...

  • Page 41: The Venting System

    9. The Venting System General The venting system, made of the chimney and the connecting pipe between the stove and the chimney, acts as the engine that drives the wood heating system. Even the best stove will not function safely and efficiently if it is not connected to a suitable chimney. The heat in the flue gases that pass from the stove and chimney connector into the chimney is not waste heat.
  • Page 42 9.2.2 Factory-Built Metal Chimneys in Mobile Homes For use in a mobile home, this stove is to be connected to a 6" double wall factory built chimney pipe conforming to ULC-S629 or UL 103HT standards for 650°C Factory-built chimney. The total length of the flue system should be at least 12 feet including elbows, from the top of the stove.

  • Page 43: Minimum Chimney Height

    Minimum Chimney Height The top of the chimney should be tall enough to be above the air turbulence caused when wind blows against the house and its roof. The chimney must extend at least 3 ft. (1 m) above the highest point of contact with the roof, and at least 2 ft.

  • Page 44: Supply Of Combustion Air

    When it is cold outside, the warm air in the house is buoyant so it tends to rise. This creates a slight pressure difference in the house. Called ‘stack effect’, it produces a slightly negative pressure in the lower part of the house (compared to the outside) and a slightly positive pressure zone in the high part of the house.

  • Page 45: Installing The Chimney Connector

    9.5.2 Conventional House The safest and most reliable supply of combustion air for a wood stove is from the room in which it is installed. Room air is already preheated so it will not chill the fire, and its availability is not affected by wind pressures on the house.
  • Page 46 Double wall chimney connectors are tested and certified. The rules for double wall pipe are found in the manufacturer’s installation instructions. These rules will be very different than those for single wall. 9.6.1 Installation of Single Wall Chimney Connector The chimney connector assembly has been called ‘the weak link’ in the safety of wood heating systems because failure to install the connector properly (which has been common in the past) can result in house fires.
  • Page 47 • Galvanized flue pipes must not be used because the coatings vaporize at high temperatures and release dangerous gases. Use black painted flue pipes. • Flue pipes must be at least 24 gauge in thickness. • Flue pipe joints should overlap 1 ¼" (30 mm). •...

  • Page 48: Appendix 1: Legs Installation

    APPENDIx 1: LEGS INSTALLATION Remove the door, the firebricks, and the ash plug from the stove, if desired. Put the stove on its back. Remove and dispose of the two freight supports (D). Keep the nuts (C) and washers (B) for step 4. Page 48...
  • Page 49 Install the legs (E) on the legs supports (F). Secure with the washers (G) and nuts (H) supplied with the leg assembly. With the nuts (C) and washers (B) removed in step 1, secure both leg assemblies to the stove. 8x B Page 49...
  • Page 50 Install the air control cover (J) with screws (K) and nuts (L). Put the stove on its legs, install the ash drawer included with the kit. Put back the firebricks, the ash plug and the door on the stove. See step 1. The baffle and the bricks must be put back in the right place after the final positioning of the stove.

  • Page 51: Appendix 2: Pedestal Installation

    APPENDIx 2: PEDESTAL INSTALLATION Remove the door, the firebricks and the ash plug from the stove, if desired. Install the pedestal (B) on the stove and screw it in place using the 2 screws (A). Page 51...
  • Page 52 Put the stove on its pedestal and install the fresh air panel (D) with the screws (C), the air control cover (E) with the screws (F) and install the ash drawer (G). Put back the bricks, the spacers, the ash plug and the door on the stove. See step 1. The baffle and the bricks must be put back in the right place after the final positioning of the stove.

  • Page 53: Appendix 3: Door Overlay Installation

    APPENDIx 3: DOOR OVERLAY INSTALLATION Position the overlay (A) on the door frame and secure it in place from behind using the nuts (B). To ease the installation, do not tighten the nuts until they are all installed. B 8x Note: It is not necessary to remove the glass to install the overlay.

  • Page 54: Appendix 4: Decorative Panels

    APPENDIx 4: DECORATIVE PANELS To remove the decorative panel (C), remove the screws (D) and push forward on the panel to unhook it from the bracket (E). Once the panels are removed, remove the decorative panel bracket (A), by removing the screws (B). C 2x Page 54...

  • Page 55: Appendix 5: Optional Air Mate Installation

    APPENDIx 5: OPTIONAL STEP TOP ADD ON INSTALLATION This wood stove can be equipped with an optional step top add on. It accumulates heat and increase the airflow. Remove the air deflector (A). Keep the Assemble the step top (C) with the new screws (B).

  • Page 56: Appendix 6: Optional Fresh Air Intake Kit Installation

    APPENDIx 6: OPTIONAL FRESH AIR INTAKE KIT INSTALLATION This mobile home approved stove requires the installation of a fresh air intake kit (A) and an insulated fresh air intake pipe (HVAC type, must meet ULC S110 or UL 181 class 0 or class 1) (B), sold separately.

  • Page 57: Appendix 7: Optional Fire Screen Installation

    APPENDIx 7: OPTIONAL FIRE SCREEN INSTALLATION Open the door. Hold the fire screen by the two handles and bring it close to the door opening. Lean the upper part of the fire screen against the top door opening making sure to stove the top fire screen brackets behind the primary air deflector.

  • Page 58: Appendix 8: Optional Blower And Thermodisc Installation

    APPENDIx 8: OPTIONAL BLOWER AND THERMODISC INSTALLATION A blower and a thermodisc, sold separately, can be installed on the stove. The installation of the blower is identical for a stove on legs or pedestal. Thermodisc allows the blower to operate only when the stove is hot enough.

  • Page 59: Appendix 9: Air Tubes And Baffle Installation

    APPENDIx 9: AIR TUBES AND BAFFLE INSTALLATION Starting with the rear tube, lean and insert the right end of the secondary air tube into the rear right channel hole. Then lift and insert the left end of the tube into the rear left channel. Align the notch in the left end of the tube with the key of the left air channel hole.
  • Page 60 Note that secondary air tubes (B) can be replaced without removing the baffle board (A) and that all tubes are identical. Page 60...

  • Page 61: Appendix 10: Mobile Home Installation

    APPENDIx 10: MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION For a stove on legs, install a plate (L) on each leg and screw it in place witht the proper hardware (M). For a stove on a pedestal, remove the plugs (N) and screw the base on the floor with the proper hardware (O).

  • Page 62: Appendix 11: Exploded Diagram And Parts List

    APPENDIx 11: ExPLODED DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST DETAIL A Page 62...
  • Page 63 IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your unit, please provide the model number and the serial number. We reserve the right to change parts due to technology upgrades or availability. Contact an authorized dealer to obtain any of these parts.
  • Page 64 PL70547 LEG SUPPORT 24295 EMPIRE RIGHT LEG PL24295-01 NICKEL PLATED CAST IRON LEG WITH LEVELING BOLT 24096 ROUND CAST IRON ASH PLUG PL70541 BACK RIGHT DECORATIVE PANEL SE70539 RIGHT SIDE DECORATIVE PANEL SE45976 GATEWAY 1700 INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL KIT Page 64...

  • Page 65: Empire Limited Lifetime Warranty

    EMPIRE LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY EMPIRE LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY The warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original retail purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty covers brand new products only, which have not been altered, modified nor repaired since shipment from factory. Proof of purchase (dated bill of sale), model name and serial number must be supplied when making any warranty claim to the EMPIRE dealer.
  • Page 66 NOTES :...
  • Page 68 Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. 918 Freeburg Avenue Belleville, IL 62220 618 233.7420 www.empirecomfort.com Manufactured by : Stove Builder International inc., 250, rue de Copenhague, St-Augustin-de-Desmaures, Qc, Canada. G3A 2H3, 418-908-8002...

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