Vogelzang International FRONTIERSMAN VG450EL Owner's Manual
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FRONTIERSMAN
WOODSTOVE
™
OWNERS MANUAL
Covers Models VG450EL, VG450ELG & VG450ELGB
(save this manual for future reference)
This stove meets
U.S. Test Standard:
UL 1482-1996
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING
THIS STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUC-
NOTE: IT IS RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION
TIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE,
BE COMPLETED BY A QUALIFIED HEATING
BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.
EQUIPMENT INSTALLER!
REFER TO MARKINGS ON STOVE LABELS FOR
DO NOT INSTALL IN A MOBILE HOME.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS STOVE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE/BUILDING FIRE MAY
RESULT. FOR YOUR SAFETY, CONTACT LOCAL OR MUNICIPAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS
ABOUT PERMITS, RESTRICTIONS, AND INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR AREA.
www.NorthlineExpress.com
NorthlineExpress.com
Call us at 1-866-667-8454
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VGZ-014 / 2011301.0
VG450EL FRONTIERSMAN™ /
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- Page 1 FRONTIERSMAN WOODSTOVE ™ OWNERS MANUAL Covers Models VG450EL, VG450ELG & VG450ELGB (save this manual for future reference) This stove meets U.S. Test Standard: UL 1482-1996 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUC- NOTE: IT IS RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION TIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BE COMPLETED BY A QUALIFIED HEATING BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. The installation of this stove must comply with your 9. Be sure that your chimney is safely constructed and local building code rulings. Please observe the in good repair. Have the chimney inspected by the fire clearances to combustibles (see reference figures department or a qualified inspector. - Page 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued… 18. CLEAN STOVE FREQUENTLY as soot, creosote 33. CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) HAZARD. A buildup of and ash may accumulate. Clean exterior with soap CO fumes is toxic and can be fatal. Carbon Monoxide and warm water when stove is not hot. Do not use is a colorless, odorless gas produced during combus- any acids or scouring soap, as these solvents wear tion of wood, coal, oil, gas and by other fuel burning...
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Page 4: Locating Stove
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE: Vogelzang International Corp. grants no warranty, stated or implied, for the installation or maintenance of your wood stove and assumes no responsibility of any incidental or consequential damages. TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION tools materials (NOTE: The following items are NOT included with your stove) Safety Glasses &... - Page 5 LOCATING STOVE continued… required, utilizing either a recently cleaned CAUTION: KEEP FURNISHINGS AND OTHER and inspected 6˝ masonry chimney or a 6˝ i.d. COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS AWAY FORM THE manufactured chimney listed to UL 103 HT. STOVE. 4. Use round 6˝ dia., minimum 24 MSG (mini- NOTE: BEFORE FIRING WOODSTOVE SLIDE mum standard gauge) black or 26 MSG blue FIREBRICKS TOWARDS THE REAR SO NO...
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Page 6: Connector Pipe Installation
LOCATING STOVE continued… Fig. 3a – FRONT VIEW Fig. 3b – SIDE VIEW Minimum Clearance Dimensions Minimum Clearance Dimensions from Combustible Surfaces from Combustible Surfaces CONNECTOR PIPE INSTALLATION 6. It is recommended that no more than two (2) NOTE: STOVE PIPE IS NOT INCLUDED. TO 90°... -
Page 7: Chimney Connections
CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS MASONRY CHIMNEY The stove must be connected to either a mason- ry or manufactured metal chimney built and tested Before using an existing masonry chimney, clean the chimney, inspect the flue liner and make to the specifications listed on the previous pages. Chimneys perform two functions: any repairs needed to be sure it is safe to use. - Page 8 CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS continued … MANUFACTURED CHIMNEY REFER TO CHIMNEY AND CHIMNEY CONNECTOR MAKER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION AND USE. Use only 6˝ diameter manufactured chimney system listed to UL 103 HT. Chimney made to this listing is High Temperature rated to 2100 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Page 9: Fireplace Installation
CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS continued … brickwork of a chimney. If a chimney does not trimwork, ceilings and walls. Positioning the center of the stove pipe entry into the chimney have a liner, or it is damaged, have it relined by a 24”... - Page 10 CHIMNEY CONNECTOR SYSTEMS & CLEARANCES A. Brick Masonry Minimum 3.5˝/89mm thick brick masonry all framed into com- bustible wall with a minimum of 12˝/305mm brick separation from clay liner to combustibles. The fireclay liner shall run from outer surface of brick wall to, but not beyond, the inner surface of chimney flue liner and shall be firmly cemented in place.
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Page 11: Adding Fuel
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS THIS STOVE IS DESIGNED TO CAUTION: HOUSE FIRE HAZARDS BURN WOOD FUEL ONLY! • DO NOT STORE WOOD ON FLOOR PRO- Hardwood, 14” to 16” should be split and air TECTOR, UNDERNEATH STOVEPIPE OR ANY- dried (seasoned), for 6 months to obtain maximum WHERE WITHIN MINIMUM CLEARANCES FROM burning efficiency. -
Page 12: Maintenance
OPERATING continued … MAINTENANCE CREOSOTE – FORMATION AND NEED 3. Close the feed door and secure tightly. FOR REMOVAL 4. Adjust the draft damper control. 5. Empty ashes regularly. Do not allow ashes to CAUTION: RISK OF FIRE WHEN WOOD IS BURNED SLOWLY, IT PRODUCES TAR AND pile up (see Safety Instructions #14, page 2.) OTHER ORGANIC VAPORS, WHICH COMBINE... -
Page 13: Chimney Draft
MAINTENANCE continued… 4. Establish a routine for the handling of fuel, Excessive amounts of creosote buildup can ignite wood burner and firing technique. Check daily causing a chimney fire with the possibility of struc- for creosote build-up until experience shows tural elements igniting as well. -
Page 14: Glass Care
MAINTENANCE height requirements listed in the Chimney 5. Never attempt to clean the glass while the unit Connection section of the manual have been is hot; allow to dry thoroughly before reuse. met. The physics that link chimney height with If deposits are not very heavy, normal glass draft creation are vital to the proper operation cleaners are adequate using a soft, non-abrasive... -
Page 15: Blower Maintenance
MAINTENANCE BLOWER MAINTENANCE gaskets periodically to ensure proper seal; if gas- The optional blower is maintenance free other than kets become frayed or worn, replace immediately. cleaning. Lightly vacuum motor and air inlet PROCEDURE: to keep free of dust and dirt. 1. - Page 16 ORDERING PARTS - VG450EL FRONTIERSMAN STOVE When ordering missing or replacement parts, always give the Model Number of the stove, Part Number, and Part Description. Use the illustrations and part lists provided to identify parts. Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty.
- Page 17 ORDERING PARTS - VG450EL FRONTIERSMAN STOVE When ordering missing or replacement parts, always give the Model Number of the stove, Part Number, and Part Description. Use the illustrations and part lists provided to identify parts. Part No. Description Qty. Door Frame ........... 1 High-Temp Glass ..........
- Page 18 FLOOR PROTECTOR MATERIAL CALCULATIONS This stove has been tested for and must be installed on a floor protector with the proper Thermal Resistance or R-value as stated in the installation instructions on page 3, “Locating Stove” step 1, of this manual. If the floor protector materials listed in the instructions are not available, materials with an equivalent R-value may be substituted.
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Page 19: Chimney & Stove Maintenance Log
CHIMNEY & STOVE MAINTENANCE LOG DATE OF SERVICE PERFORMED BY DESCRIPTION www.NorthlineExpress.com NorthlineExpress.com Call us at 1-866-667-8454 Page 19 VGZ-014 / 2011301.0 VG450EL FRONTIERSMAN™ /... - Page 20 This Vogelzang heating appliance is safe when installed properly and will provide you with years of service. However, always exercise good judgement when you are using this stove. You are dealing with FIRE! Fire is inherently dangerous and must be treated with respect. Stay warm and in good health! Respectfully yours, Steve Vogelzang Proprietor...