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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Solution 2.3 AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED WOOD STOVE Safety tested according to ULC S627, www.enerzone-intl.com UL 737 and UL 1482 Standards Stove Builder International Inc. by Intertek Testing Services 250, rue de Copenhague,...
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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS ENERZONE WOOD STOVE As one of North America’s largest and most respected wood stove and fireplace manufacturers, Stove Builder International takes pride in the quality and performance of all its products. We want to help you get maximum satisfaction as you use this product.
Ash Removal ......................... 19 4.4.3 Raking Charcoal ......................19 4.4.4 Firing Each New Load Hot .................... 20 4.4.5 Turning Down the Air Supply ..................20 4.4.6 Building Different Fires for Different Needs ..............21 Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
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Supply of Combustion Air ....................40 8.5.1 Combustion Air Supply in Mobile Homes ..............41 8.5.2 Air Supply in Conventional Houses ................41 8.6 Installing the Chimney Connector ..................41 8.6.1 Installation of Single Wall Chimney Connector ............. 42 Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
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Use of Thermodisc ............. 53 Appendix 8: Installation of Secondary Air Tubes and Baffle ..... 54 Appendix 9: Exploded Diagram and Parts List ........56 ENERZONE LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ......59 Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
SALT WATER DRIFTWOOD, OR o RAILROAD TIES. • DO NOT ELEVATE THE FIRE BY USING A GRATE IN THIS STOVE. • THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE MAINTAINED AND OPERATED AT ALL TIMES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
This stove is not intended to operate at its peak heat output continuously. *** East-west: through the door you see the sides of the logs; north-south: through the door you see the ends of the logs. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
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2.2 Zone Heating and How to Make it Work for You Your new Solution 2.3 wood stove is a space heater, which means it is intended to heat the area it is installed in, as well as spaces that connect to that area, although to a lower temperature. This is called zone heating and it is an increasingly popular way to heat homes or spaces within homes.
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Ceramic glass will not re-melt in the same way as normal glass, so it should not be recycled with your regular household products. Disposal at a landfill is recommended. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
That is no longer true. You can successfully heat your home by using the less desirable tree species and give the forest a break at the same time. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
Having a range of sizes makes starting and rekindling fires much easier. Often, the firewood purchased from commercial suppliers is not split finely enough for convenient stoking. It is sometimes advisable to resplit the wood before stacking to dry. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
• burn a piece; wet wood hisses and sizzles in the fire and dry wood does not. You could buy a wood moisture meter to test your firewood. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
900 °F (482 °C) on a probe thermometer for installation on double wall stove pipe. The thermometer should be placed about 18” (457 mm) above the stove. Higher temperatures can lead to overheat and damage your stove. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
A fire that starts fast produces less smoke and deposits less creosote in the chimney. Here are three popular and effective ways to start wood fires. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
The advantage of knots is that they don’t roll off the fire as they burn. Light the newspaper and watch as the fire burns from top to bottom. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
90 degree elbows and if the chimney runs up the outside wall of the house. IF YOU MUST OPEN THE DOOR WHILE THE FUEL IS FLAMING, OPEN THE AIR CONTROL FULLY FOR A FEW MINUTES, THEN UNLATCH AND OPEN THE DOOR SLOWLY. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
Remove ash first, and then rake charcoal towards the front of the firebox before loading so that it will ignite the new load. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
With good fuel and correct air control use, the flames should slow down, but should stay large and steady, even as the air supply is reduced. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
You will need to be cautious when building fires like this because if the air is turned down too much, the fire could smoulder. Make sure the wood is flaming brightly before leaving the fire to burn. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
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North-south loads break down more quickly, but much more wood can be loaded at a time. This makes north-south loading good for high output, long lasting fires for cold weather. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
If you see brown streaks coming from the edge of the glass, it is time to replace the gasket around the glass. Visit your stove retailer to get the self-adhesive glass gasket and follow the instructions below for installation. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
3. Remove or add one washer (A) as needed. Keep the removed washer for future adjustment. 4. Re-install the key path pin in the key-way and slide the latch along it. 5. Secure with the nut. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
U shape, all around the glass. Reinstall the glass, being careful to centre the glass carefully in the door. Do not over-tighten the screws. Note that the two main causes of broken door glass are uneven placement in the door and over-tightening of retaining screws. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
Contact your local municipal or provincial fire authority for information on how to handle a chimney fire. Have a clearly understood plan to handle a chimney fire. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
If so, have the damaged ones replaced. Check the firebrick for damage at least annually and replace any broken or damaged ones with new ones. Inspection and cleaning of the chimney is facilitated by the removable baffle. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN SLEEPING ROOM. WARNING: THE STOVE MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE STRUCTURE OF THE MOBILE HOME. CAUTION: THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME FLOOR, WALL, AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the Solution 2.3 wood stove is suitable for use as a freestanding heater in residential installations. The Solution 2.3 wood stove is not intended for installation in a sleeping room of a mobile home.
Please be sure to choose the correct clearance for your location and type of flue pipe. See figure Clearances to combustible materials and floor protection to match each letter to a clearance. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
30” (762 mm) x 24” (610 mm) and a minimum height of 2” (51 mm). This podium can be constructed of combustible materials as long as it is covered of non-combustible materials. See figure beside. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
10. Mounting hardware must not be located closer than 200 mm (8 in.) from the vertical centre line of the appliance. 11. Mounting hardware which extends from the shield surface into combustibles may be used only at the edges of the shield. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
Brick, with a minimum of 24 gauge (0.61 mm) sheet metal backing, spaced out at least 25 mm (1 in)* by non-combustible spacers * In Canada this space can be 21 mm (7/8 in) Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
Never substitute parts from other chimney brands fabricate your components. The chimney must be a type suitable for solid fuel. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
To maintain an effective vapour barrier, insulation and waterproof at the chimney and outside flue pipe, install a mobile home roof flashing and seal it with silicone. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
1 m (3 ft.) above the highest point of contact with the roof, and at least 60 cm (2 ft.) higher than any roof line or obstacle within a horizontal distance of 3 m (10 ft.). Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
Outside chimneys are a problem because no fire is burning, there is normally upward flow in when no fire burns they will go into cold the system. backdraft if the stove is installed low in the house. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
(CO) detector/alarm is required in the room in which the stove is installed. The CO detector will provide warning if for any reason the wood stove fails to function correctly. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
Only a wood stove certified and labelled as ‘mobile home approved’ may be installed in a mobile home. The Solution 2.3 wood stove is ‘mobile home approved. Wood stoves installed in mobile homes must have a ducted supply of combustion air from outdoors. This air supply should be routed down through the house floor into the vented crawl space under the mobile home.
They are also more stable and easier to maintain than assemblies with elbows. Horizontal runs of flue pipe should be avoided where possible because they reduce chimney draft. Use 45 degree elbows where possible, instead of 90 degree elbows. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
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A straight flue pipe assembly offers the least restriction to gas flow and results in stronger draft. Straight assemblies also need less maintenance because there are no corners to collect creosote. The chimney connector must be in good condition. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
2- Gently flip the stove on its back. 3- Remove the (2) transport support bracket which can be discarded. Keep the (4) bolts, washers and nuts since they will be required in step 5. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
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(see Appendix 9: Exploded Diagram and Parts List for layout). Note: Make sure that baffle components have not moved during the leg installation process since a flue blockage may occur. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
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(see Appendix 9: Exploded Diagram and Parts List for layout). Note: Make sure that baffle components have not moved during the leg installation process since a flue blockage may occur. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
Appendix 2: Installing the Door Overlay In order to complete the assembly of your Solution 2.3 wood stove, you need to install the door overlay. See figure below for installation instructions: Position the overlay (A) on the door frame and secure it from the inside of the door using the 4 included screws (B).
Appendix 3: Installing Trims Your freestanding Enerzone wood stove is equipped with decorative u-shaped trims. See installation instructions below: 1- Remove the 7 screws that secure the side panels and the rear top air deflector. 2- Slide the panels towards the front to release them from the front brackets.
Appendix 4: Installing the Optional Air Mate (AC01230) Most freestanding Enerzone wood stoves can be equipped with an optional air mate. This device accumulates heat and increases the air flow. See below for installation instructions: 1- Remove the 3 screws holding the rear heat shield deflector.
Appendix 5: Installing the Fresh Air Kit (AC01316 / AC01336) This mobile home approved stove requires installation of a fresh air kit (A) and an insulated fresh air intake pipe (B), sold separately. Installation on the back (AC01336): Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
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Installation on the bottom (AC01316 / AC01336): Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
Lift the fire screen upwards and push the bottom part towards the stove then let the fire screen rest on the bottom of the door opening. Warning: Never leave the stove unattended while in use with the fire screen. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
You can purchase this option through your ENERZONE dealer. Make sure to specify this part number: # AC01000 When using the optional fan, allow the stove to reach operating temperature (approximately one hour), before turning it on.
A. Make sure the notch reaches the end of the key way. 3- Repeat step 1 and 2 for the other secondary air tubes. 4- To remove the tubes use the above steps in reverse order. Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
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The air tubes are identified for placement as follows: Model Type of tube Solution 2.3 Front ► 30 holes of 0.147" Middle front ► 30 holes of 0.136’’ Middle rear ► 20 holes of 0.128’’ Rear ► 15 holes of 0.128’’ Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
Appendix 9: Exploded Diagram and Parts List Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
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ZINC WASHER ID 17/64" x OD 1/2" 1 26 30206 ZINC WASHER ID = 5/16" x OD=3/4" 1 27 AC01170 BLACK CAST IRON LEG AND ASH PAN 1 27 AC01205 BRUSH NICKEL CAST IRON LEG KIT AND ASH PAN 1 27 AC01200 GOLD PLATED CAST IRON LEG KIT AND ASH PAN 1 28 99999 BUILD TO ORDER 2 29 SE53541 ASH DRAWER LEGS VERSION 1 30 30185 17/64" "AA" TYPE WASHER 12 31 30100 BLACK HEX NUT 1/4 ‐ 20 12 Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
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4 1/2" X 8 1/8" X 1 1/4'' REFRACTORY BRICK 1 58 29020 4 1/2'' X 9'' X 1 1/4'' REFRACTORY BRICK HD 16 59 21387 TOP AIR DEFLECTOR INSULATION 1 60 PL65505 TOP AIR DEFLECTOR PROTECTOR 1 61 PL65514 FRONT SECONDARY AIR TUBE 1 62 PL65515 MIDDLE FRONT SECONDARY AIR TUBE 1 63 PL65516 MIDDLE REAR SECONDARY AIR TUBE 1 64 PL65517 REAR SECONDARY AIR TUBE 1 65 21389 C‐CAST BAFFLE 20" X 12 1/2" X 1 1/4" 1 Solution 2.3 Installation and Operation Manual...
Paint (peeling), gaskets, insulation, firebrick, and ceramic fibre 1 year blankets. *Pictures required Shall your unit or a components be defective, contact immediately your ENERZONE dealer. Prior to your call make sure you have the following information necessary to your warranty claim treatment: ...
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