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DutchWest 2477 Installation And Operating Manual

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Homeowner's Installation and Operating Manual
If this heater is not properly installed, operated, and maintained, a house fire may result.
For safety, follow all installation, operation and maintenance directions. Contact local
building officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your
area.
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL: Retain for future use

SAFETY NOTICE

2278
Dutchwest
noncat
cover
5/04
Non-Catalytic
Convection
Heater
Model 2477
30002314 8/08 Rev. 14

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  • Page 1 Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Model 2477 Homeowner’s Installation and Operating Manual SAFETY NOTICE 2278 If this heater is not properly installed, operated, and maintained, a house fire may result. Dutchwest For safety, follow all installation, operation and maintenance directions. Contact local noncat building officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your...
  • Page 2 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater The Dutchwest Model 2477 covered in this Owner’s Guide has been tested and listed by OMNI - Test Laboratories, Inc. of Portland, Oregon. The test stan- dards utilized were UL 1482 for the United States and ULC S-627 for Canada.
  • Page 3 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Specifications Model 2477 24” (610 mm) 24¹⁄₂” (622 mm) 29³⁄₄” (756 mm) 23” (584 mm) 2278 Dutchwest 17¹⁄₂ ” (445 mm) noncat specs 27” (686 mm) Center of Flue Collar, Rear Exit 5/04 30¹⁄₂” (775 mm) 5³⁄₄”...
  • Page 4 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Installation SAFETY NOTICE: IF YOUR DUTCHWEST CON- Masonry Chimneys VECTION HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, OPERATED AND MAINTAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY If you use an existing masonry chimney, it must be RESULT. FOR SAFETY, FOLLOW ALL INSTALLA- inspected to ensure safe condition before the stove TION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DIREC- is installed.
  • Page 5 4/1/96 fumes under high heat. Chimney Size Chimney The Model 2477 heater should be vented into a ma- Flue Liner sonry chimney with a square flue with nominal flue size Flue Elbow of 8”...
  • Page 6 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater 2. Secure each joint between sections of chimney con- Double-Wall Connector nector, including telescoping joints, with at least three Information on assembling and installing double-wall sheet metal screws. connectors is provided by the manufacturer of the 3.
  • Page 7 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Securing the Connector Thimble Sleeve to a Masonry Chimney Flue The Dutchwest Convection heater may be connected Elbow Thimble to either a freestanding masonry chimney or a masonry fireplace chimney. Keep Sleeve Freestanding Installations End Flush with Flue Tile If the chimney connector must pass through a combus-...
  • Page 8 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Fireplace Installations - Through the Fireplace 12” (305mm) Chimney Con- The Convection heater may be installed either without nector legs* as a fireplace insert, or with standard legs at- tached - depending on the safety regulations that apply to your situation, the height of the fireplace opening and your own preference.
  • Page 9 Model U.S. Canada radiant heat as well as from stray sparks or embers that 2477 46¹⁄₂” x 45” 50¹⁄₂” x 49” (1238 mm x 1245 mm) may escape the firebox. Fig. 12 Be sure to follow exactly the minimum floor protection Heat protection is provided by the MHSC Bottom Heat requirements on all four sides of the stove.
  • Page 10 The Dutchwest Model 2477 has a reversible flue collar to allow for either top exit or rear exit installations. You may install your Dutchwest Model 2477 in an exist- ing fireplace as a fireplace insert with no legs, or with the standard legs attached.
  • Page 11 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Clearances Keep the Stove a Safe Distance From Surrounding Materials Both a stove and its chimney connector radiate heat in all directions when operating. A safe installation re- quires that adequate clearance be maintained between the stove and nearby combustible materials to ensure that such materials do not overheat.
  • Page 12 No stove or chimney connector heat shields are used in alcove installations. ALCOVE INSTALLATION OF THE DUTCHWEST MODEL #2477 IS PERMITTED IN BOTH THE US AND CANADA. Construction Requirements The following illustrations show noncombustible ceiling framing and maximum and minimum permitted dimen- sions for alcove construction.
  • Page 13 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Designing a Safe Installation Clearance Chart Reference Diagrams Refer to the diagrams below when using the Stove and The section that follows contains charts with the infor- Chimney Connector Clearance Chart that follows. For mation that you’ll need to make your installation safe. example, the letter “A”...
  • Page 14 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Stove and Chimney Connector Clearance Charts Model 2477 Small Convection Heater UNPROTECTED SURFACES PROTECTED SURFACES Corner Corner Parallel Installations Installations Parallel Installations Installations Stove Clearance Side Rear Corner Side Rear Corner No heat shields (A) 23”...
  • Page 15 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Distance from Center of Flue Collar to Wall in Top-Exit Installations Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2477 NOTE: These are not clearance distances. These measurements indicate where the centerline of the flue col- lar will be for various installations. Measurements are from the centerline of the flue collar to the wall, not the wall protector.
  • Page 16 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Wall Heat Shield Dimensions DutchWest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Model #2477 48” 48” (1220mm) (1220mm) Rear Exit 48” (1220mm) 48” (1220mm) Spaced 1” Spaced 1” Centered Behind Stove (25mm) (25mm) from Floor ST802 ST801 from Floor Fig. 21 Rear wall protection.
  • Page 17 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Assembly Your convection heater requires some assembly. Bottom Heat Shield Follow the directions carefully and refer to the parts diagram at the back of this manual. Unpack the Parts Remove the bottom heat shield strapped to the top of the stove and all loose parts from the firebox and the ash pan.
  • Page 18 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Fan Kit Installation 6. Reposition the stove so the other front corner over- hangs the pallet and remove the leg bolt from the 1. Secure the fan assembly to the inner back with two bottom of the stove. Align the leg with the bolt hole (2) 1/4-20 x 3/4”...
  • Page 19 Operation Heater Controls and Features Air Control The Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2477 has a control that regulates the amount of air drawn into the stove. Generally, more air entering the stove allows the fire to burn hotter and faster, while less air decreases heat output and prolongs the overall burn time.
  • Page 20 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Damper Function Successful Wood Burning The Damper is operated by moving the handle on Woodburning is often said to be more of an art than a the upper left side of the stove. (Fig. 31) It has two science.
  • Page 21 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Use the Air Control Settings that Work Best for You No single control setting will fit every situation. Each High installation will differ depending on the quality of the fuel, the amount of heat desired, and how long you wish the fire to burn.
  • Page 22 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Lighting the Fire You’ll soon find that this stove is HOT WHILE IN OPER- ATION! KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING, AND FURNI- Step 1. Open the stove damper. Open the primary air TURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS. control fully.
  • Page 23 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Safe Ash Handling Remove Ashes Frequently Ashes may contain hot coals and must be treated with Wear heavy stove gloves when removing ashes. Check extreme care. Ashes should be placed outdoors in a the ash compartment before reloading the stove. If the metal container with a tight-fitting lid.
  • Page 24 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Maintenance Keep Your Stove Looking New Small Locking Large Lock- And Working Its Best ing Nut Pawl Care of the Cast Iron Surface An occasional dusting with a dry rag will keep the Striker Screw painted cast iron of your Dutchwest Convection Heater looking new.
  • Page 25 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater 3. Apply a thin bead of stove cement in the newly- cleaned groove. 4. Lay the gasket into the groove. Wait until you are a couple inches from the end before you cut it. 5. Test the gasket by closing the door on a slip of paper as described above.
  • Page 26 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Clean the chimney using a specially designed chimney Cleaning the Chimney System cleaning brush, the same size and shape as the flue The chimney system is composed of the chimney and liner, attached to flexible fiberglass rods designed for the pipe that connects the stove to the chimney.
  • Page 27 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater • Touch up the black paint. • Inspect for and remove ash build-up behind the com- bustion package. This should be done in conjunction with annual cleaning of the chimney connector since this inspection is most conveniently done through the flue collar opening.
  • Page 28 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Draft Management Your stove is only one part of a system that includes the Indoor/ Outdoor Location chimney, the operator, the fuel, and the home. The other parts of the system will affect how well the stove works. Because the chimney’s function is to keep the smoke warm, it is best to locate it inside the house.
  • Page 29 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Single Venting within the firebox until reaching a density and temperature at which they ignite. With this ignition, you may hear a Your stove requires a dedicated flue. Do not connect the muffled popping sound and see a bit of smoke forced out stove to a flue used by any other appliance.
  • Page 30 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater MHSC reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2477 Ref. Description 2477 Bottom 30002174 Inner Bottom 30002175 Primary Air Manifold to Inner Bottom Gasket (1/4” Rd Fiberglass)
  • Page 31 Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Dutchwest Convection Heater (continued) Model 2477 Ref. Description 2477 Outside Air Bracket 30002205 Fountain Assembly 30002100 Brick Support Bracket 30004465 Shoe Refractory 30002101 Shoe Gasket 30002286 Lower Fireback Refractory 30002307 Upper Fireback Refractory 30002308 12a. Retainer Lower, Rt 30002303 12b.
  • Page 32 LIMITED LIFETIME Warranty For Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Wood Stove Limited Lifetime Warranty 5. Damage to the unit while in transit is not covered by this warranty but is subject to a claim against the com- MHSC warrants that all refractory brick and material mon carrier.

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