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Wood Stove
Owner's Manual
Part 1 of 2
SAFETY NOTIFICATIONS
AND GENERAL INFORMATION
CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION
REQUIREMENTS IN LOCAL AREA.
READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE 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 GUIDE FOR REFERENCE
46231_UA
Printed in Canada
2023-04-28
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- Page 1 Wood Stove Owner's Manual Part 1 of 2 SAFETY NOTIFICATIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN LOCAL AREA. READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS WOOD STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
- Page 2 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS WOOD STOVE. As one of North America’s Contact local building or fire largest and most respected officials about restrictions wood stove and fireplace and installation inspection If this room heater is manufacturers, Stove Builder requirements in your local not properly installed, International takes pride in the area.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Safety Information and Environment ..................5 Mobile Home ......................6 Regulations Covering Stove Installation ..............7 Location of the Certification Label .................7 Emissions and Efficiency ..................8 Materials ......................8 2. Fuel ............................9 Tree Species ......................9 Log Length ......................10 Piece Size ...................... - Page 4 Page 4 Wood Stove - Owner's Manual...
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Page 5: Safety Information And Environment
1. Safety Information and Environment • Some stoves have been tested for use with an open door in conjunction with a fire screen, sold separately (See in t h e W o o d S t o v e I n s t a l l a t i o n a n d O p e r a t i o n M a n u a l if your appliance has this option). -
Page 6: Mobile Home
• Mixing of appliance components from different sources or modifying components may result in hazardous conditions. Where any such changes are planned, Stove Builder International Inc. should be contacted in advance. • Any modification of the appliance that has not been approved in writing by the testing authority violates CSA-B365 (Canada), and ANSI NFPA 211 (USA). -
Page 7: Regulations Covering Stove Installation
Regulations Covering Stove Installation When installed and operated as described in these instructions, this wood stove is suitable for use as a freestanding heater in residential installations. In Canada, the CSA-B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment and the CSA-C22.1 Canadian National Electrical Code are to be followed in the absence of local code requirements. -
Page 8: Emissions And Efficiency
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 conventional stove was used. But there is more to the emission control technologies than protecting the environment. -
Page 9: Fuel
2. Fuel Good firewood has been cut to the correct length for the stove, split to a range of sizes and stacked in the open until its moisture content is down to 15% to 20%. DO NOT BURN: • COAL; •... -
Page 10: Log Length
than softer woods like poplar and birch. That makes hardwood trees more valuable. The advice that only hardwoods are good to burn is outdated. Old, leaky cast iron stoves wouldn’t hold a fire overnight unless they were fed large pieces of hardwood. That is no longer true. Log Length L o g s s h o u l d b e c u t a t l e a s t 1 "... -
Page 11: Burning Wood Efficiently
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; − Drying happens faster in dry weather than in a damp climate; −... -
Page 12: Lighting Fires
Lighting Fires Each person heating with wood develops its own favorite way to light fires. Regardless of the method chosen, the goal should be to have a hot fire burning, quickly. A fire that ignites fast produces less smoke and deposits less creosote in the chimney. Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel (naphtha), fuel oil, motor oil, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids or aerosols to start or ‘freshen up’... -
Page 13: Zone Heating
3.2.4 Using Fire Starters Commercial fire starters can be used instead of a newspaper. Always follow the instructions on the packaging before use. DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUID TO START THE FIRE. NEVER USE GEL STARTER IF THERE ARE HOT EMBERS INSIDE THE FIREBOX. THE BOTTLE OF GEL WILL CATCH ON FIRE. -
Page 14: Rekindling A Fire
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 15: Removing Ashes
Removing Ashes Ash should be removed from the firebox every two to three days of full time heating. Ash should not accumulate excessively in the firebox since it will affect the proper operation of the appliance. 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. -
Page 16: Fire Types
Fire Types Using the air intake control is not the only way to match the appliance heat output to the desired temperature in the house. A house will need far less heating in October than in January to maintain a comfortable temperature. Filling the firebox full in fall weather will overheat the space. Otherwise, the combustion rate will have to be reduced to a minimum and the fire will be smoky and inefficient. -
Page 17: Maintenance
The table below gives an approximate maximum burn cycle time, based on firebox volume. Table 1 : Approximate Maximum Burn Cycle Time FIREBOX VOLUME MAXIMUM BURN CYCLE TIME <1.5 cubic feet 3 to 5 hours 1.5 c.f. to 2.0 c.f 5 to 6 hours 2.0 c.f. -
Page 18: Heater
Heater 4.1.1 Cleaning and Painting Painted and plated surfaces can be wiped down with a soft, damp cloth. If the paint is scratched or damaged, it is possible to repaint the heater with a heat-resistant paint (see « Exploded diagram and parts list » in the Wood Stove Installation and Operation Manual). Do not clean or paint the appliance when it is hot. -
Page 19: Operating The Stove
4.3.2 Replacement In case of breakage or change of wearing parts, refer to the Wood S t o v e I n s t a l l a t i o n a n d O p e r a t i o n M a n u a l . -
Page 20: The Use Of A Fire Screen
The blower has a rheostat that can be adjusted in three different positions; either from high (HI) to low (LO) or closed (OFF). Allow the stove to reach operating temperature (approximately one hour) before turning on the blower, since increased airflow from the blower will remove heat and affect the start up combustion efficiency. - Page 21 the need for immediate cleaning, possible modification of burning procedures, and more frequent inspections. If creosote has accumulated it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.» 5.3.1 Cleaning Frequency It is not possible to predict how much or how quickly creosote will form in the chimney. It is important, therefore, to check the build-up in the chimney monthly until the rate of creosote formation is determined.
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Page 22: The Venting System
6. 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 23 6.3.1 Factory-Built Metal Chimneys in Mobile Homes For use in a mobile home (if allowed), 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.
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Page 24: 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 25: 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 26 a carbon monoxide (CO) detector is required in the room where the stove is installed. The CO detector will provide warning if for any reason the wood stove fails to function correctly. 6.6.1 Mobile Home If your stove is ‘mobile home approved’, It must have a supply of combustion air from outdoors. The air intake must not draw air from the attic, from the basement, from a garage or any enclosed space.
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Page 27: Installing The Chimney Connector
hood outside the house wall may draw hot exhaust gases from the stove backwards through the duct to outdoors. Check the outdoor air duct for soot deposits when the full system is cleaned and inspected at least once each year. To reduce the risks against smoke spillage due to house depressurization, a carbon monoxide (CO) and a smoke detector is required in the room where the stove is installed. - Page 28 • Maximum overall length of horizontal pipe: 10 ft. (3 m) including elbows. • Minimum clearance from combustible material: 18" (450 mm). The minimum clearance may be reduced by 50 percent to 9" (225 mm) if suitable shielding is installed either on the pipe or on the combustible surface.
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- Page 30 This document is available for free download on the Stove Builder International inc. manufacturer’s website. It is a copyrighted document. 250, rue de Copenhague, Resale is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer may update St-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Québec) Canada this document from time to time and cannot be responsible G3A 2H3 for problems, injuries, or damages arising out of the use 1-877-356-6663...
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