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Reading Stove Company Swatara CS-85 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1: Owners Manual

    ANTHRACITE COAL STOVE CS-85 Owners Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Content COAL HEATER DESCRIPTION E.P.A. Compliance Status ................2 The CS-85 Cut-away View ................2 Coal Combustion ................... 3 INSTALLATION MATERIALS NEEDED FOR YOUR SAFETY ....5 INSTALLATION Locating Your Stove ..................8 Reduced Wall Clearances ................9 Floor Protector ....................

  • Page 3: Coal Heater Description

    COAL HEATER DESCRIPTION A- E.P.A. COMPLIANCE STATUS_ This manual describes the installation and operation of the Reading Stove Company CS-85 coal heater. This heater is exempt from U. S. Environ mental Protection Agency’s particulate emissions standards and complies with Federal Regulation 40 CER60.

  • Page 4: Coal Combustion

    Grates – The grate system of the Reading Stove Company CS85 consists of two cast iron grates. The grates are linked together to operate in unison when the external shaker handle of the stove is moved.
  • Page 5 Insufficient Draft. Insufficient draft will result in a loss of heat output and possibly some back-smok- ing, especially when the fueling door is opened, Draft may be improved by increasing the height of the chimney, or, in many cases, by resizing the chimney liner to match the diameter of the stove. Intermittent Draft or Down Draft.

  • Page 6: Installation Materials Needed For Your Safety

    II. Installation Materials Needed for your Safety Divot BAROMETRIC DAMPER Reading Stove Company recommends that a barometric damper be installed in the chim- ney connector pipe. Maintaining the draft at a controlled constant minimizes the possibility of over-firing and improves the combustion ef- ficiency.
  • Page 7 FIGURE 6:1 POSITIONING DRAFT CONTROL Black Tee Joint Stub opening must be Plumb (Perpendicular) Position Draft Control in Stub opening so it is Plumb and Level Field also recommends that the opening of the LOCATE THE WEIGHT IN ALIGN¬MENT BE- tee should be pointed away from any nearby TWEEN THE 4 and 6.

  • Page 8: Installation

    CHIMNEY CONNECTOR (also known as “flue pipe” or “stove pipe”). The chimney connector joins the stove to the chimney. It should be 6” inches in diameter, carbon steel, 24-gauge minimum. THIMBLE. A manufactured or site-constructed device installed in combustible walls through which the chimney connector passes to the chimney.

  • Page 9: Locating Your Stove

    LOCATING YOUR STOVE. When locating your stove, consider safety, convenience, traffic flow, and the fact that the stove will need a chimney and chimney connector. For safety, and to avoid drafts, avoid locations close to an exit. Your stove should be located away from doors and hallways, and in an open area to allow for neces- sary clearance.

  • Page 10: Reduced Wall Clearances

    PREVENT HOUSE FIREW INSTALL AND USE ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURES INSTRUCTIONS AND LOCAL BUILDING CODES READING STOVE COMPANY POTTSVILLE, PA 17901 1-800-654-7792 STOkER STOVES MODEL: RS-96-S FUEL: ANTHRACITE RICE COAL RS-96-S 6618 SERIAL RS-96-S U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY THIS HEATER IS ONLY FOR BURNING COAL.

  • Page 11: Connection To A Masonry Chimney

    D. CONNECTION TO A MASONRY CHIMNEY 1. Chimney. Should the stove be connected to a masonry chimney, the chimney should be examined for cracks, loose mortar, other signs of deterioration, and blockage. The stove should not be installed until it is determined that the chimney is safe for use. The size of the flue should be checked to de- termine that it is not too large for the stove.

  • Page 12: Connection To A Metal Prefabricated Chimney

    F. CONNECTION TO A METAL PREFABRICATED CHIMNEY. When a metal prefabricated chimney is used, the manufacturer’s installation instructions must be fol- lowed precisely. You must also purchase (from the same manufacturer) and install the ceiling support package or wall pass through and “T”-section package, firestops (when needed), insulation shield, roof flashing, chimney cap, etc.
  • Page 13 Fig. 17:1 Metal Chimney Installation throughg the Ceiling and Roof Attic Insulation Listed Shield Chimney Combustible Specified Ceiling Joist Clearance Chimney Ceiling Support Connection To Stove Storm Collar Maintain 2” Clearance Fig. 17:2 Roof Detail of Connection Flashing Install an attic insulation shield to main- tain specified clearance to insulation.
  • Page 14 Fig. 18:1 Metal Chimney Installation throughg the Ceiling and Roof Attic Insulation Listed Shield Chimney Combustible Specified Ceiling Joist Clearance Chimney Ceiling Support Connection To Stove Fig. 18:2 Storm Collar Detail of Connection Maintain 2” Clearance Roof Flashing Insulated “T” Section This method of installation requires at a 18”...

  • Page 15: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions CS-85 Coal Burning Stove A.The Controls The heat output or rate of combustion is con-trolled by the primary combustion air control. [See Picture 19:1.] When the dial is turned all the way to the right, the setting is “high burn.” When the dial is turned all the way to the left, allowing just the slightest opening, the setting is “low...

  • Page 16: Building A Fire

    A.2 The Barometric Damper The draft in the chimney will change depending on how cold it is outdoors, the burn rate of the stove, and wind conditions. A barometric damper is basically a vacuum relief valve for the chimney system. It is considered good practice to install one in all coal burning applications.

  • Page 17: The Ash Tidy

    Understanding “Draft Draft is the force which moves air from the appliance up through the chimney, The amount of draft in your chimney depends on the length of the chimney, local geography, nearby obstructions, and other factors. Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures in the appliance; inadequate draft may cause backpuffing into the room and “plugging”...

  • Page 18: Warranty Information

    CHANTABILITY, OR WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. No employees, agent, dealer, or other person is authorized to give any warranty on behalf of Reading Stove Company. This warranty does not apply if the product has been altered in any way after leaving the factory. Reading Stove Company assumes no liability for resultant damages of any kind arising from the use of its products.
  • Page 19 CLARIFY: The above represents the complete warranty, which is given in connection with stoves manufactured by Reading Stove Company. No other commitments, verbal or otherwise, shall apply except by a written addendum to this warranty. All liability for any consequential damages for breach of any written or implied warranty is disclaimed and excluded here from.

  • Page 20: Warranty Registration Form

    Reading Stove Company Swatara Warranty Registration Form Purchased by (Name): Address: City: State: Zip: Telephone: ( Email: (Optional): DEALER INFORMATION Purchased from (Dealer): Address: City: State: Zip: UNIT INFORMATION Model Number: CS-85 Swatara Purchase Date: Serial No: Important Notice: This registration information must be on file for this warranty to be valid.

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