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Merrimack
Large Insert
Homeowner's
Installation
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Manual
For Use in North America
30004671 3/11 Rev. 4
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- Page 1 Operating Manual For Use in North America 4671 Merrimack cover SaFeTy NoTIce: IF ThIS appLIaNce IS NoT pRopeRLy INSTaLLeD, opeRaTeD aND MaIN- TaINeD, a hoUSe FIRe May ReSULT. To ReDUce The RISk oF FIRe, FoLLow The INSTaLLaTIoN INSTRUcTIoNS. FaILURe To FoLLow INSTRUcTIoNS May ReSULT IN pRopeRTy DaMage, boDILy INjURy oR eveN DeaTh.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
For more complete details on stove performance and specifications, please refer to Page 3. The Merrimack Large Insert is designed, tested and listed for burning wood. Do not burn other fuels. Installation or service of the Merrimack Large Insert should be performed only by a qualified installer, preferably NFI or WETT (Canada) certified. -
Page 3: Specifications
Power Cord Length....6 foot useable installed not apply. Since so many variables affect performance, consult your Vermont Castings’ Authorized Dealer to determine realistic expectations for your home. 29 ” (740 mm) 24 ” (629 mm) ”... -
Page 4: Installation
Fig. 2 The ’-3’-10’ rule for chimneys. must consist of a factory-built metal firebox with air circulation pathways that are surrounded by masonry Do not connect your Merrimack Large insert to a materials. Air circulation pathways must not be blocked chimney flue serving another appliance. - Page 5 48” (10 mm) from either by a plate at the damper level or by sealing the front surface of the Merrimack Large Insert. Be sure the fireplace opening. that family members are aware of this requirement as •...
- Page 6 1¹\₂” (540 mm) Fig. 4 Observe these clearances to combustible trim. . Though the Merrimack Large Insert will fit into larger fireplaces, the decorative optional MHSC Surround Panels will not completely cover the fireplace opening if these dimensions are exceeded. Custom made trim pieces may be used.
- Page 7 Merrimack Large Insert 3. If the overall R-value of the system is greater than the R-value of the specified floor protector, the alter- nate is acceptable. eXaMpLe: The specified floor protector should be 1¹\₂- inch thick material with k-factor of 0.84. The proposed alternate is 4”...
- Page 8 Merrimack Large Insert Installing the Merrimack Large Insert 1. Remove or Disable the Fireplace Damper. If codes al- low, remove the damper. Many dampers can be removed Flexible Flue Liner simply by removing a cotter pin and/or a set screw.
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Page 9: Operation
The Merrimack Large Insert’s air supply is increased when An automatic setback control provides a high air setting the control lever is moved to the left, and decreased when of restarting or reviving a fire after reloading and closes moved to the right. - Page 10 Eastern red cedar, fir, and redwood. These too should be properly dried. Your Merrimack Large Insert will accept wood up to ” (559 mm). Longer wood pieces work better than short Speed Control ones.
- Page 11 Merrimack Large In- You’ll soon find that the insert is hoT whILe IN opeRa- sert, and burn it directly on the grate. Do not elevate TIoN! keep chILDReN, cLoThINg, aND FURNITURe the fuel.
- Page 12 This loosens and helps the far north in which a Merrimack Large Insert is installed burn coals that become buried in the ash. push coals on an exterior wall at the end of a long house.
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Page 13: Maintenance
Merrimack Large Insert. Finger- and/or pawl rotation. prints usually can be buffed off porcelain enamel with a dry, soft cloth. If marks remain, allow the Merrimack Large Insert to cool completely, then buff with a slightly Roller Shoulder Screw damp, soft cloth. - Page 14 Examine the gasket that seals the glass to the door IMpoRTaNT NoTeS frame. If necessary, replace this with gasket ob- • Do not operate the Merrimack Large Insert if the tained from your local Vermont Castings’ authorized dealer. Directions for replacing gaskets are given glass is damaged or broken.
- Page 15 You can now inspect the smoke shelf area of the fire- and cleaning of the chimney and chimney connector. place and the chimney. Before replacing the Merrimack Large Insert, this area should be inspected for signs of Learn to Recognize —...
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Page 16: Optional Accessories
Remove ash from the firebox and replace with a For parts and information about your insert, contact moisture-absorbing material (such as kitty litter) your Vermont Castings authorized dealer. For the name to keep the interior of the stove dry. of the dealer nearest you, contact: •... -
Page 17: Replacement Parts
Merrimack Large Insert 73 16 60 MHSC reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. 4671 Merrimack Large Insert Merrimack parts Ref. Description part Number Ref. Description part Number 1. - Page 18 50. Disk 30005050 51. Throttle Lever 30005051 5. Spring 3000505 53. Bracket, Upper Lattice 30004676 54. Bracket, Door Hinge 30004947 Shell enamel parts - Merrimack Large Insert part Name classic black ebony Door Left 3000466 30005193 Door Right 3000467 30005194...
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Page 19: Warranty
8. MHSC shall have no obligation to enhance or update part with postage prepaid to a Vermont Castings Autho- any unit once manufactured. rized Dealer. - Page 20 MhSc 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.com...