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INSTRUCTIONS & OPERATIONS MANUAL WHISTLER EPA EXEMPT US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 28A CERTIFIED WOODSTOVES Verified and tested following UL 1482 Standards by: This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer’s web site. It is a copyrighted document. Re-sale is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer may update this manual from time to time and cannot be responsible for problems, injuries, or damages arising out of the use of information contained in any manual obtained from unauthorized sources.
INTRODUCTION Stove Builder International, one of the most important stove and fireplace manufacturer in the Unites States, congratulates you on your purchase and wishes to help you get maximum satisfaction from your wood stove. In the pages that follow, we will give you advice on wood heating and controlled combustion as well as technical specifications regarding installation, operation and maintenance of the model you have chosen.
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Cast iron flue collar installation: 1. Peel off the tape from the back of the gasket and attach the gasket to the rope groove at the back of the flue collar; 2. Mount flue collar on top of the stove. Make sure that the damper holes on each side of the flue collar are parallel to the back of the stove;...
INSTALLATION SAFETY NOTICE F THIS STOVE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT O REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH ONSULT YOUR MUNICIPAL BUILDING DEPARTMENT OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATIONS REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA SE SMOKE DETECTORS IN THE ROOM WHERE YOUR STOVE IS INSTALLED EEP FURNITURE AND DRAPES WELL AWAY FROM THE STOVE...
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CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES AND FLOOR PROTECTOR To install your appliance correctly, it is extremely important to respect all clearances to any combustibles as indicated on your stove’s certification label. Clearances to combustible materials (See figure 1.3 to match each letter to a clearance) CLEARANCES (SINGLE WALL PIPE) 24"...
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FIGURE 1.3 Clearances to combustible materials and floor protection...
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Floor protector If the stove is to be installed on top of a combustible floor, it must be guarded by a non combustible material as shown on figure 1.3 (see the dotted line area). FLOOR PROTECTOR* CANADA 8’’ (205 mm) – Note 1 N/A (Canada only) 8’’...
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Reducing Clearances With Shielding TYPE OF PROTECTION Sides and Rear/Back Sheet metal, a minimum of 0,024" (0,61mm) spaced out at least 1" (25mm) by non-combustible spacers (see graphic 2). Ceramic tiles, or an equivalent non-combustible material on fire-proof supports spaced out at least 1" (25 mm) by non-combustible spacers (see graphic 3).
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Graphic 1 A- Minimum clearance required between the appliance and an unshielded combustible ceiling. B- 20 in. (500 mm) minimum; C- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum; D- Between 1 in. and 3 in. (25 mm and 75 mm); E- 3 in.(75 mm) minimum; F- 18 in.
The following recommendations may be useful for the installation of your chimney: 1. Do not connect this unit to a chimney flue serving another appliance. 2. It must rise above the roof at least 3' (0.9 mm) from the uppermost point of contact.
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There should never be more than two 90 degrees elbows in the whole connector and chimney system. Never start with a 90 elbow. Always go up vertically for at least 2 feet from the flue spigot before using a 90 elbow.
FIGURE 2.4 The use of elbows DRAFT Your E.P.A Drolet 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.
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MASONRY CHIMNEY: Clay liner Thimble Clean out door...
WOODSTOVE UTILISATION Your heating unit was designed to burn wood only; no other materials should be burnt. Wastes and other flammable materials should not be burnt in your wood stove. Any type of wood may be used in your stove, but specific varieties have better energy yields than others.
Smaller pieces of wood will dry faster. All logs exceeding 6" in diameter should be split. The wood should not be stored directly on the ground. Air should circulate through the cord. A 24" to 48" air space should be left between each row of logs, which should be placed in the sunniest location possible.
ASH DISPOSAL Ashes should be removed from the stove every few days or when ashes get to 2 to 3 inches deep. Always empty the stove when it is cold, such as in the morning. Always dispose of ashes in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. Place this container on a non combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal.
MAINTENANCE It is important to perform a visual inspection of the stove every time it is emptied, in order to insure that no parts have been damaged, in which case repairs must be performed immediately. GLASS Inspect the glass regularly in order to detect any cracks. If you spot one, turn the stove off immediately.
CENTURY HEATING LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original consumer 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 your CENTURY dealer.
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