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- Page 1 SILHOUETTE 2800 & 2850C Zero Clearance Wood Fireplace Installation and Operation Manual RJM Manufacturing, Inc. ♦ P O Box 27 ♦ 1875 Olson Drive ♦ Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 (715) 720-1794 ♦ Fax (715) 720-1797...
- Page 2 The Energy King factory built fireplace is tested to UL127 and UL391 Standards by Intertek Testing Services, Middleton, Wisconsin. Silhouette Model 2850C is tested to EPA Certification for emissions. Silhouette Model 2800 meets the EPA’s requirements for Method 28A and is exempt.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Chimney................................9 Firestop ................................10 TYPES OF WOOD ............................10 WARNINGS................................11 INITIAL FIRE..............................12 STARTING A FIRE – MODEL 2800.......................12 OPERATING SILHOUETTE MODEL 2850C ....................13 What is a Catalytic Woodstove? ........................13 Using a Catalytic Woodstove ........................13 Troubleshooting the Catalytic Combustor....................14 Replacing the Catalytic Combustor......................15 STARTING A FIRE –... -
Page 4: Safety Notes
Do not burn any other source of fuel. Never reload wood when fire is burning high. (See page 12 [Model 2800] or page 16 [Model 2850C] of this manual for refueling.) 4. If processed solid fuel firelogs are used, do not poke or stir logs while they are burning. Use only firelogs that have been evaluated for the application in the fireplace and refer to firelog warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use. -
Page 5: Components
Components Figure 1 Familiarize yourself with the components your fireplace before installation and operation. The installation and oper- ation manual been designed assist you in install- ing, operating and maintaining your Energy King fire- place efficiently and safely. Lower Grill. Provides access to blower, draft control, and 6"... -
Page 6: Fireplace Assembly
Firebrick Installation – Model 2800 Figure 2 Figure 2 shows how to install the firebrick for Silhouette Model 2800. The “A” bricks on the sides and back are full bricks – 9" x 4½" x 2". They stand vertically in the firebox and are put in first. -
Page 7: Optional Outlet Vents
Optional Outlet Vents Figure 4 Two optional heat outlets located on the top of the fireplace cabinet can be ducted to adjacent rooms using 8" B Vent pipe. Figures 4, 10, 12 and 15 show typical installation. Hot air vent kit (boot) supplied by Energy King is required. -
Page 8: Hearth Extension
Hearth Extension Installing Energy King’s factory built fireplace on a combustible floor is approved as long as an area extending 16" in front of, and 8" to each side of the fuel opening is protected. Insulate this area with ½" non-asbestos millboard or equivalent (R Factor = 0.75, C = 1, K = 0.5) Figure 7 Rev 06/2007... -
Page 9: Fireplace Installation
2" Log Length 22" Duct Boots to Framing Side 1" Firebox Volume Wallboard to Faceplate Edge Perimeter 0" Model 2800 2.8 Cu. Ft. Model 2850C 2.2 Cu. Ft. Glass Viewing Area 14" x 20" Unit Weight 650 lbs. Figure 8... -
Page 10: Installation
WARNING – DO NOT COVER OR INSULATE REQUIRED AIR SPACES Installation Installing an Energy King factory built fireplace is not a do-it-yourself project. Proper framing techniques and chimney installation must be followed. A qualified installer should install the Energy King fireplace and electrical wiring must conform to state and local codes. -
Page 11: Framing
Framing All construction materials, 2 x 4’s, Figure 12 sheeting and insulation may only touch the sheet metal standoffs. The area between the standoffs CANNOT be filled with insulation (see Figures 4, 12 and 15). A metal strap is placed in front of the fireplace half way under the faceplate (see Figure 12). -
Page 12: Venting System
Venting System Energy King’s factory built fireplace is designed to operate on a variety of 6" HT tested chimneys. Figure 14 shows a typical installation. When installing the HT chimney, follow the chimney manufacturer’s installation instructions. All chimney sections must be secured. The anchor plate, which is supplied by the chimney manufacturer, must be sealed and fastened to the unit top with 4 screws and sealed with high temperature silicone sealer. -
Page 13: Firestop
Firestop Be sure all firestops are in the proper location. Figure 15 Types of Wood Wood is our nation’s primary renewable fuel source. There are two basic types of wood available. Choosing the kind of firewood to burn in your stove depends on what is available to you. Softwoods, such as pine and fir, are easily Season your wood. -
Page 14: Warnings
Warnings This heater is designed to burn natural wood only. Higher efficiencies and lower emissions generally result when burning air dried, seasoned hardwood, as compared to softwood or green or freshly cut hardwoods. DO NOT BURN Treated wood Colored paper Garbage Cardboard Solvents... -
Page 15: Initial Fire
You may notice small amounts of paint fumes on initial fires. Only operate the fireplace with the door fully closed. Starting a Fire – Model 2800 NEVER START A FIRE WITH A FLAMMABLE LIQUID. Start by placing loosely crumpled paper on the firebox floor and cover with dry kindling. Open the draft control completely, and light the fire. -
Page 16: Operating Silhouette Model 2850C
Operating Your Silhouette Model 2850C What is a Catalytic Woodstove? A catalytic combustor is an element which, when used properly in a woodburning appliance, will “burn” smoke, carbon monoxide and particulate which are not burned by the fire. Think of it as an “after burner” which, because of a “catalyst,”... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting The Catalytic Combustor
Troubleshooting Your Catalytic Combustor Problem: Creosote accumulation or dirty smoke from the chimney Possible causes Solution(s) You are not getting light off in the combustor. Make sure you have achieved 500 degrees F. (necessary for light off) before engaging the combustor. -
Page 18: Replacing The Catalytic Combustor
Replacing Your Catalytic Combustor Visually inspect the catalytic combustor at least three times during the heating season to determine physical deterioration Figure 16 occurred. Only replace the combustor if it is damaged or no longer operating and use only Applied Ceramics Combustors. (See Applied Ceramics Warranty information... -
Page 19: Starting A Fire - Model 2850C
Starting a Fire – Model 2850C 1. Before building a fire, open the bypass, located above the door, to the open position by pulling it all the way out. 2. Open the air control, located above the door, by turning it all the way to the left. 3. -
Page 20: Maintenance
Maintaining Your Silhouette Fireplace (All Models) At the end of each heating season, clean the chimney. Vacuum out any ash accumulation. Replace any worn gaskets or broken firebrick. from your Energy King retailer Disposal of Ashes Manufacturing, Inc. To remove the broken or Ashes should be placed in a metal container with damaged glass... -
Page 21: Gasket Replacement
Gasket Replacement Door and glass gaskets need to be replaced on an annual basis to ensure that the stove remains airtight. Failure of the door or glass gaskets will allow additional air to enter the stove and drastically decrease the burn time of your fuel. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide Unit does not burn properly Unit does not give off enough heat 1. Check the wood; it must be dry. If moisture Is the unit installed correctly? is sizzling out the end, the wood is too wet. 1. Check to see if the unit has an adequate cold air return or inadequate hot air outlet. - Page 23 Blower is not working 5. Thermostat is not opening damper (or 1. Check for blown fuse or open circuit breaker. turning on forced draft fan). a) Check wall thermostat. 2. Insufficient air flow b) Check the thermostat wires (possible a) Motor speed is too low (multi-speed units short or broken wire).
- Page 24 Use and Maintenance of a Catalyst Cat.a.lyst n. 1. Chem. A substance, 1. Do not “Hot Fire” the stove. For many years, usually present in small amounts relative retailers installers have advised to reactants, that modifies and especially customers to build an extra hot fire to burn increases the rate of a chemical reaction the creosote deposits in the flue system.
- Page 25 Frequently asked questions Q. “How can I tell if I am operating my Q. “Is it important to have my stove and woodstove properly?” chimney cleaned?” R. Check the exhaust coming out of your R. Smoke rising through your chimney may woodstove chimney.
- Page 26 Q. “What’s the best way to load wood into my Q. “When installing a woodstove, what’s the first stove?” thing I should consider?” R. Avoid placing pieces of wood in parallel R. The woodstove and chimney work as a directions, where they may stack too closely. It is important that the stove’s system.
- Page 27 ENERGY KING Z LEARANCE IREPLACE IMITED ARRANTY Who is covered? You are covered under this warranty if you are the original purchaser of a new ENERGY KING solid-fuel heating appliance and your purchase was made through an authorized distributor/dealer of the ENERGY KING solid-fuel heating appliance.
- Page 28 How can you get service? If warranty service is needed during the warranty period, notify your authorized ENERGY KING dealer. If there is no ENERGY KING dealer in your area, contact RJM Manufacturing, Inc. directly. Provide your name, address, phone number, serial number and model number of the Fireplace, date of purchase, name and address of installer and a description of the problem.
- Page 29 PPLIED ERAMICS ERSAGRID ATALYTIC ONVERTER IMITED IFETIME ARRANTY APPLIED CERAMICS warrants to the consumer who purchases a Versagrid Catalytic Converter as a component in an E.P.A. certified solid fuel appliance, to replace at no charge to the consumer the Versagrid Catalytic Converter that ceases to function within three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original consumer, provided that the following conditions are met: 1.
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