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CENTURY E.P.A. WOOD STOVE MANUAL
US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED
WOOD STOVE
Verified and tested following
ULC S627 and UL 1482 Standards
by:
STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC..
1700, Leon-Harmel, Quebec City (Quebec), Canada G1N 4R9
Tel : (418) 527-3060
Fax : (418) 527-4311
READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE
45398A

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  • Page 1 CENTURY E.P.A. WOOD STOVE MANUAL US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED WOOD STOVE Verified and tested following ULC S627 and UL 1482 Standards STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC.. 1700, Leon-Harmel, Quebec City (Quebec), Canada G1N 4R9 Tel : (418) 527-3060 Fax : (418) 527-4311 READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE 45398A...
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION Stove Builder International, one of the most important wood stove and fireplace manufacturers in North America, 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.1 CLEANING AND PAINTING YOUR STOVE ..............39 4.2 GLASS ............................. 39 4.3 GASKETING .......................... 40 4.4 ASH REMOVAL USING THE ASH DRAWER ..............40 4.5 CHIMNEY (FLUE) CLEANING ..................41 SECTION 5.0 FEATURES ............................42 5.1 S244 ............................42...
  • Page 4 5.2 FW2470 ..........................43 5.3 FW2700 ..........................44 5.4 FW3000 ..........................45 CENTURY HEATING LIMITED WARRANTY ....................46...

  • Page 5: Section 1.0 Installation

    SECTION 1.0 INSTALLATION When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the E.P.A Century wood stove is suitable for use as a freestanding wood stove in residential installations. The E.P.A Century wood stove is not intended for installation in a bedroom or a mobile home, except for the FW2470 model 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 6: Clearances

    MODELS HEIGHT (D)* Single wall pipe / Double wall Single wall pipe / Double wall Single wall pipe / Double wall S244 15.5" (395mm) / 15.5" (395mm) 18" (455mm) / 18" (455mm) 10" (255mm) / 10" (255mm) 56" (1.42m) FW2470 17"...

  • Page 7: Reduced Clearances

    1.3.1 Reduced clearances You may decrease the clearances by installing heat radiation shields between the walls or the ceiling and the stove. These heat radiation shields must be installed permanently, and can include sheet metal, a rigid non-combustible sheet or a masonry wall. Clearances of not less than 1"...
  • Page 8 Graphic 1 A- Clearance to combustible material with no protection. B- 500 mm (20 po.) minimum; C- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum; D- Between 25 mm (1 po.) and 75 mm (3 po.) ; E- 75 mm (3 po.) minimum; F- 450 mm (18 po.) minimum.
  • Page 9 Graphic 2 A- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum; 1- Combustible wall ; 2- Non-combustible spacer; 3- 0.61 mm (0.024") sheet metal. Graphic 3 A- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum; 1- Combustible wall; 2- Non-combustible spacer; 3- Fire-proof support; 4- Ceramic tile or equivalent non-combustible material. _____________________________________________________________________________ Graphic 4 A- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum;...
  • Page 10 Graphic 5 A- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum; 1- Combustible wall; 2- Non-combustible spacer; 3- Brick. Graphic 6 A- 25 mm (1 po.) minimum; 1- Combustible wall; 2- Non-combustible spacer; 3- 0.61 mm (0.024") sheet metal; 4- Brick.

  • Page 11: Floor Protector

    1.4 FLOOR PROTECTOR If the stove is to be installed on top of a combustible floor, it must be guarded by a non-combustible material extending at least 18” (300mm) from the front and 8” (200mm) from the sides and the back of the firebox., as shown in Figure 1.4 below.

  • Page 12: Section 2.0 Chimney (Flue System)

    SECTION 2.0 CHIMNEY (FLUE SYSTEM) 2.1 DEFINITIONS For clarity, the following definitions should be used with respect to these instructions: • A chimney system consists of a connector off the top of the stove, and a chimne , which attaches to the connector and terminates outside the house. •...
  • Page 13 according to the manufacturer's specifications. The manufacturers’ installation instructions and specified clearances should always be followed in accordance with local and national installation codes. In Canada the CSA B365 and the CSA C22.1 installation codes are to be followed. In the USA the ANSI NFPA 70 and ANSI NFPA 211 installation codes are to be followed.

  • Page 14: Step By Step Installation Of Your Factory-Built Chimney

    insure that it is not obstructed, thus blocking the draft. It should be cleaned when necessary. FIGURE 2.2 Minimum Height of the Chimney 2.2.1 Step by step installation of your factory-built chimney The way to install your chimney may vary from one chimney manufacturer to another. The instructions contained in this manual are based on the recommendations of chimney manufacturers whose products are sold at many North American retailers of wood stoves and related heating accessories.
  • Page 15 Stove pipe • An adequate number of stove pipe sections. • A 90 elbow Typical installation through the wall FIGURE 2.2.1 (A) Typical installation through the wall...
  • Page 16 1- Start by positioning your stove where you would like it to go, taking into account the minimum clearances to combustible material. You will then be able to determine where the chimney will pass through the wall. You will probably have to adjust the stove position slightly to ensure that your chimney will run between the studs.
  • Page 17 4- Then, from outside the building, slide a short chimney length (attached to the tee) through the wall thimble. The chimney must extend at least 3 inches into the living space where it attaches to the stove pipe. 5- You can now install the wall support. Simply slide the wall support up to the tee, ensuring that the adapter on the support engages with the female coupler on the bottom of the tee.
  • Page 18 6- You can start to add chimney sections. We recommend that you also use locking bands to secure all connections. You will need to secure the chimney to the house using wall bands. Wall bands wrap around the chimney and then attach to the wall. Install the first one 3 feet above the wall support.
  • Page 19 9- You are now ready to connect your chimney to your stove. Simply install the inter-connecting stove pipe between the stove pipe adapter and the stove. You can follow the instructions in the following section (section 2.3) of this manual called « CHIMNEY CONNECTOR». Ceiling support system If your chimney must rise inside the house and go through the ceiling, you need to connect it to your stove at the ceiling level.
  • Page 20 Typical installation through the ceiling FIGURE 2.2.1 (B) Typical Installation Through the Ceiling...
  • Page 21 1. Place your stove where you would like it located and use a plumb line to mark the ceiling directly above your stove flue. You will probably have to adjust this position slightly to ensure that your chimney will run between the joists. You can use a stud finder to locate the joists. You also need to take into account the minimum clearances to combustible materials.
  • Page 22 4. Once the support is secure, you can begin to assemble the chimney by lowering the first section into the support. Make sure that the male coupler is pointing upwards, as indicated by the arrow on the chimney label. 5. Then, from beneath the support, insert the stove pipe adapter and twist-lock it into place. 6.
  • Page 23 7. Once you have cut through your roof and framed the joists, it is time to work outdoors. Authorities require that the chimney extend not less than 3 feet above the highest point where it passes through the roof of a building and not less that 2 feet above any portion of the building within 10 feet.
  • Page 24 9. You are now ready to connect your chimney to your stove. Simply install the inter-connecting stove pipe between the stove pipe adapter and the stove. You can follow the instructions in the following section (section 2.3) of this manual called « CHIMNEY CONNECTOR».

  • Page 25: Typical Installation Through An Existing Masonry Chimney

    2.2.2 Typical installation through an existing masonry chimney You can also install your stove using your existing masonry chimney. To do so, follow the guidelines below. You may want to use a factory-built thimble, on construct your own brick thimble. If you are using a masonry chimney, it is important that it be built in compliance with the specifications of the Building Code in your region.
  • Page 26 FIGURE 2.2.2 (B) Factory Built Thimble...
  • Page 27 FIGURE 2.2.2 (C) Brick Thimble...

  • Page 28: Chimney Connector

    2.3 CHIMNEY CONNECTOR Your chimney connector (commonly called stove pipe) and chimney must have the same diameter as the stove’s exhaust outlet. The stove pipe must be made of aluminized or cold roll steel with a minimum 24-gauge thickness (0.021" or 0.53 mm). It is strictly forbidden to use galvanized steel.
  • Page 29 FIGURE 2.3 (B) Minimum Slope We recommend that you use Avoid 90 degree eblows two 45 degree elbows instead...

  • Page 30: Draft

    2.4 DRAFT Your E.P.A Century 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.
  • Page 31 In order to prepare your stove for the connection to a fresh air kit, please follow the following steps. (only available with FW2470 model) 1- Remove the back pedestal shield. Using pliers, remove ring (A) as shown below. Ring (A) is a small piece of metal held by micro joints located inside the 3”...

  • Page 32: The Advantage Of Installing A Blower (Fan)

    2.6 THE ADVANTAGE OF INSTALLING A BLOWER (FAN) A blower can be installed at the back of your E.P.A Century stove. This option is necessary if you wish to redistribute into a room the heat trapped at the back of your stove. By forcing hot air toward the front, the blower enables you to extend the radiation and convection power of your stove.

  • Page 33: Section 3.0 Operation

    SECTION 3.0 OPERATION Keep these instructions for future reference. WARNING: • ANY MODIFICATION OF THE APPLIANCE THAT HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED IN WRITING BY THE CSA B365 ( ANSI NFPA TESTING AUTHORITY IS CONSIDERED AS BREACHING CANADA 211 (USA). • N EVER MODIFY THE AIR INTAKE CONTROL •...
  • Page 34 • Do not abuse the unit, either by over firing or by using wood or combustibles with salt content, or harmful chemicals. Misuse is not covered by warranty. • Even though your E.P.A Century has been specifically designed and tested to prevent smoke spillage, always open the door slowly as this will minimise the likelihood of smoke spillage or a back draft of flame or smoke into the room.

  • Page 35: Fuel

    3.2 FUEL Fuel for the stove must not be stored closer than the required clearances to combustibles (heat sensitive materials). NEVER STORE WOOD IN THE ASH PAN COMPARTMENT. Your E.P.A Century stove is designed to burn . Do not burn coal, charcoal, or trash in WOOD ONLY the unit.

  • Page 36: The Use Of Manufactured Logs

    3.2.1 The use of manufactured logs There are numerous types of manufactured logs sold on the market. You must be very careful with this type of product. Many brands of manufactured logs contain chemical additives. DO NOT BURN ANY MANUFACTURED LOGS CONTAINING CHEMICAL ADDITIVES. If you do, you may damage your stove and void the warranty.

  • Page 37: Lighting A Fire

    Over a period of time, it may also result in creosote build-up in the chimney (which could lead a chimney fire). Increase air Decrease air Air control adjustment for models S244, FW2700 & FW3000...

  • Page 38: Maintaining The Fire

    In order to achieve an optimum efficiency from the S244 and the FW2470, we suggest that you operate it with the air control completely closed. Make sure that you have a good fire going and an adequate ember bed before you completely close the air control.

  • Page 39: Fan (Blower) Operation

    For the FW700 and the FW3000 model, we suggest that you operate it with the air control slightly open (approximately 10%) to achieve an optimum efficiency. Make sure that you have a good fire going and an adequate ember bed before you completely close the air control. Use a chimney thermometer if necessary.

  • Page 40: Section 4.0 Maintenance

    SECTION 4.0 MAINTENANCE 4.1 CLEANING AND PAINTING YOUR STOVE Clean the stove frequently so that soot, ash, and creosote do not accumulate. Do not attempt to clean the stove when the unit is hot. Special care must be taken with gold plated surfaces in order to maintain the finish at its original brilliance.

  • Page 41: Gasketing

    4.3 GASKETING It is recommended that you change the door gasket (which makes your stove door air tight) once a year, in order to insure good control over the combustion, maximum efficiency and security. To change the door gasket, simply remove the damaged one. Carefully clean the gasket groove, apply a high temperature silicone sold for this purpose, and install the new gasket.

  • Page 42: Chimney (Flue) Cleaning

    • If bright embers are glowing above the ash dump cap during a low or medium fire, air may be leaking past the ash plug. If this is happening, a possible over fire hazard exists. The stove should be shut down and allowed to cool. Properly seal the ash dump cap. 4.5 CHIMNEY (FLUE) CLEANING Regular chimney (flue) maintenance, as well as good burning practices, are required to prevent chimney fires.

  • Page 43: Section 5.0 Features

    SECTION 5.0 FEATURES S244 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface : 500 to 1000 sq. ft. Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., EPA test wood: 26,100 Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., seasoned cordwood : 40,000...

  • Page 44: Fw2470

    FW2470 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface : 500 to 1300 sq.ft. Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., EPA test wood: 18,900 Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., seasoned cordwood : 50,000 Optimum efficiency: 76% *Why is the BTU indicated on the EPA label smaller than the one advertised? You will notice a difference between the BTU output as indicated on the unit’s white EPA label affixed to the glass and the BTU as advertised on our web site and/or product literature.

  • Page 45: Fw2700

    FW2700 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface : 700 to 1700 sq. ft. Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., EPA test wood: 50,000 Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., seasoned cordwood : 65,000 Optimum efficiency: 77% *Why is the BTU indicated on the EPA label smaller than the one advertised? You will notice a difference between the BTU output as indicated on the unit’s white EPA label affixed to the glass...

  • Page 46: Fw3000

    FW3000 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface : 800 to 2000 sq. ft. Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., EPA test wood: 32,300 Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., seasoned cordwood : 75,000 Optimum efficiency: 77% *Why is the BTU indicated on the EPA label smaller than the one advertised? You will notice a difference between the BTU output as indicated on the unit’s white EPA label affixed to the glass...

  • Page 47: Century Heating Limited Warranty

    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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