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Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Model 2477

1. Fig 9 The connector passes through the fireplace to enter flue Special Fireplace Adapter Kits to simplify fireplace instal lations are available from your local dealer Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Fireplace Installations Through the Fireplace The Convection heater may be installed either without legs as a fireplace insert or with standard legs at tached depending on the safety regulations that apply to your situation the height of the fireplace opening and your own preference For either situation the chimney connector positive connection kit extends back from the stove enters the fireplace cavity and turns upward It then passes through the fireplace damper opening and smoke chamber and connects to the chimney flue In such installations a positive connection must be made to the chimney flue with a special kit available from your local dealer Also special clearance and floor protection provisions must be observed These provi sions are discussed in the Clearance and Floor Protec tion sections respectively Wall Pass Throughs Whenever possible design your installation so the con nector does not pass through a combustible wall If you must use a wall pass through in your installation check with your building inspector before you begin and con struct it in accordance with local building codes Also check with the chimney connector manufacturer for any specific requirements Accessories a
2. 1 Bott 2 In Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater MHSC reserves 30002314 30 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Dutchwest Convection Heater continued Model 2477 Ref Description 2477 6 Outside Air Bracket 30002205 7 Fountain Assembly 30002100 8 Brick Support Bracket 30004465 9 Shoe Refractory 30002101 Shoe Gasket 30002286 10 Lower Fireback Refractory 30002307 11 Upper Fireback Refractory 30002308 12a Retainer Lower Rt 30002303 12b Retainer Lower Lt 30002337 13 Right End Insulation 30002209 14 Right End Refractory 30002213 16 Primary Air Flap Assembly 30002734 17 Inner Top 30002300 18 Fireback Retainer 30002304 19 Damper 7000954 20 Damper Adjuster 7000950 21 Damper Crank 7000951 22 Damper Operating Rod 30002311 23 Ash Door 30002301 24 Ash Lip 30002302 25 Front Door 30002178 Door Gasket Front Ash and Load Doors 1203589 26 Kaowool 30004711 27 Inner Door 30004710 28 Handle w Lifter Wood 30002787 29 Load Door to June 2005 30002084 Load Door II to above 30002439 When using to replace original door use new refractory and load door insulation 30 Grate 30002092 31 Damper Handle 5004265 32 Top 30002299 33 Flue Collar 7000969 Flue Collar Gasket 1203591 34 Outer Back 30002310 35 Ash Pan 7000G79 36 Ashdoor Handle 5004237 37 Glass 30002156 Glass Gasket 1203560 38 Glass Clips 30002146 39 Leg 30002086 40 Pawl Assembly 3 4 Short Adjuster 30002362 41
3. 18 Fan Kit Installation 1 Secure the fan assembly to the inner back with two 2 1 4 20 x 3 4 hex head screws and one 1 1 4 star washer as shown in Figure 27 Attach snapstat to the mounting holes on the un derside of the bottom with two 2 1 4 20 pan head screws Attach the rheostat to the door handle insert holder near the front left leg Insert the rheostat control shaft through the handle holder hole Install the retaining ring and rheostat knob onto the shaft Place cables where they won t be harmed by traffic Fan will not operate until stove reaches approxi mately 109 F Rheostat Rheostat Fig 27 Fan installation 30002314 Air Control The Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2477 has a control that regulates the amount of air drawn into the stove Generally more air entering the stove allows the fire to burn hotter and faster while less air decreases heat output and prolongs the overall burn time The Air Control Lever is located at the lower front edge of the left side looking from the front of the stove Fig 28 The lever operates two internal shut ters Opening the inlet shutters provides air for primary combustion gt LS Side Loading Door Primary Air Control Lever Front Loading Door Fig 28 The heater controls To open the shutters turn the lever clockwise The shutters are all the way open when the lever points to
4. ward the rear at a 9 00 position Fig 29 To close the shutters turn the lever counterclockwise The shutters are fully closed when the lever points straight down Fig 30 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Heater Controls and Features Primary Air Control Lever Fig 30 Turn primary air control lever counterclockwise to close 19 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Damper Function The Damper is operated by moving the handle on the upper left side of the stove Fig 31 It has two positions OPEN to start the fire and load fuel and CLOSED for greatest efficiency and heat When the damper is closed exhaust gases travel through a secondary combustion chamber at the rear of the stove before flowing into the chimney Use the door insert handle to rotate the damper handle Turn it counterclockwise to open the damper and clock wise to close it You will feel resistance as the damper mechanism engages into the open counterclockwise position The stove damper must be open when you start a fire load fuel or before you open either door for any reason Load Doors A Side Loading Door allows the easiest loading of wood logs The Front Door opens for adding an occa sional log to the fire Always be sure to open the stove damper before opening either door Fig 31 Damper operating positions 20 Successful Wood Burning Woodburning is often said
5. Front amp Side Door Handle 5004245 42 Bottom Heat Shield 30002312 43 Primary Air Manifold 30002176 44 Front 30002173 45 Andirons 2 30002383 46 Bracket Rheostat 30002216 47 Pawl Assembly 3 4 short adj 30002362 48 Fountain HS 30004572 49 Left Deflector HS 30004568 50 Right Deflector HS 30004569 30002314 31 LIMITED LIFETIME Warranty For Dutchwest Non Catalytic Wood Stove Limited Lifetime Warranty MHSC warrants that all refractory brick and material used in this product will be warranted against deterioration not resulting from physical damage or overloading of the woodstove for the lifetime of this product This coverage includes the components of the EverBurn System shoe fountain and fireback Coverage is provided only to the original purchaser Limited 3 Year Warranty All cast iron parts are warranted for a period of three years against breakage cracking or burn through Limited 1 Year Warranty The following parts of the woodburning stove are warranted to be free of defects in material and work manship for a period of one year from the date you receive it The handles glass door panels door gasketing and porcelain finish Any of these items found to be defective will be repaired or replaced at no charge upon the return of the part with postage prepaid to a Dutchwest Authorized Dealer Any parts repaired or replaced during the limited warranty period will be warranted under the terms of the lim
6. time Adjust handle tightness if necessary e Check leg bolts and heat shield screws tighten if necessary ANNUAL SPRING CLEANING e Check gasketing for wear and replace if necessary e Remove ashes from the ash pan and replace with a moisture absorbing material such as kitty litter to keep the interior of the stove dry e Clean the dust from the inner sides of bottom rear or pipe heat shields if your stove is equipped with them Clean surfaces are better heat reflectors than dirty surfaces 30002314 Ditch west Non Catalytic Convection Heater e Touch up the black paint e Inspect for and remove ash build up behind the com bustion package This should be done in conjunction with annual cleaning of the chimney connector since this inspection is most conveniently done through the flue collar opening Inspect the passages to either side of the combustion package a mirror will be helpful and vacuum away ash using a flexible vacu um hose inserted into each passage Care should be taken not to damage the white fibrous material in this rear chamber Fig 39 The Chimney Connector TWO WEEKS e Inspect the chimney connector and chimney Clean if necessary TWO MONTHS e Inspect the chimney and chimney connector Pay particular attention to the horizontal runs of chimney said connector and the elbows Clean the system if nec hare Both essary Rear Corners ANNUAL SPRING CLEANING SS Ash Build Up e Disassemble the c
7. 18 D 19 E 9 F 16 Connector heat shields 711 mm 305 mm 473 mm 483 mm 229 mm 410 mm and flue collar shield Single wall with no A 35 B 22 C 2658 D 19 E 17 F 225 heat shields 889 mm 559 mm 676 mm 483 mm 432 mm 575 mm 30002314 15 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Wall Heat Shield Dimensions DutchWest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Model 2477 48 1220mm Rear Exit 48 1220mm Spaced 1 25mm from Floor 48 1220mm Spaced 1 Centered Behind Stove 25mm from Floor Fig 21 Rear wall protection Fig 22 Sidewall protection Wall Shields Meet at 48 1220mm 4 Spaced 1 25mm from Floor Fig 23 Corner wall protection 16 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Assembly Your convection heater requires some assembly Follow the directions carefully and refer to the parts diagram at the back of this manual Unpack the Parts Remove the bottom heat shield strapped to the top of the stove and all loose parts from the firebox and the ash pan Check to make sure all the parts are included and intact You should have received e 1 fully assembled heater body e 1 bottom heat shield e 4 legs e 1ash pan e 1 ceramic handle assembly e 1 hardware bag containing the following parts e 3 10 x 1 2 sheet metal screws to atta
8. Acceptable section The floor protector must extend at least 16 406 mm 18 457 mm in Canada from the front of the stove and from the left loading door side and at least 6 152 mm 8 203 mm in Canada from the right side and rear It must also provide protection beneath any horizontal runs of the chimney connector including 2 to either side Many raised hearths will extend less than the required distance from the front of the heater when it is installed In such cases sufficient floor protection as described above must be added to extend the hearth 16 406 mm 18 457 mm in Canada Hearth rugs do not satisfy the requirements for floor protection Fireplace insert installations also have specific clear ance requirements to the side walls side decorative trim and fireplace mantel This information is found in Fireplace Installation Clearances in this section REMINDER FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATIONS WITHOUT LEGS ARE PERMISSIBLE ONLY IF THE HEARTH IS COMPLETELY NONCOMBUSTIBLE SUCH AS UNPAINTED CONCRETE OVER EARTH 30002314 Clearances Keep the Stove a Safe Distance From Surrounding Materials Both a stove and its chimney connector radiate heat in all directions when operating A safe installation re quires that adequate clearance be maintained between the stove and nearby combustible materials to ensure that such materials do not overheat Clearance is the distance between either
9. From covered by a noncombus tible material Fig 20 Front view 79 201 cm minimum clearance form hearth to combustibles on front face Combustible facing may overlap metal studs by only 1 25 mm It should not extend below the height of the noncombustible ceiling 30002314 Designing a Safe Installation The section that follows contains charts with the infor mation that you ll need to make your installation safe Included are a chart to tell you exactly where to cut the hole in the ceiling so that the stove will meet clearance requirements a chart that gives stove clearances for all installations and a chart to illustrate the required sizes of wall shields for various installations Refer to these charts as you plan the installation and do not compromise on any of the dimensions listed Unprotected Surfaces Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Clearance Chart Reference Diagrams Refer to the diagrams below when using the Stove and Chimney Connector Clearance Chart that follows For example the letter A gives the minimum side clear ance for installations in which the stove is not equipped with any heat shield and the wall beside the stove is not protected D gives the minimum side clearance when the stove does not have any heat shield but the wall is protected Measure clearance distances from the top plate of the stove or chimney connector to the wall not the wall protector
10. can judge the moisture content of wood by its ap pearance and weight or use a commercially available moisture meter for an exact measurement Unseasoned wood will be a third heavier than dry wood Also look for cracks checking in the ends of the log that result from contraction as the wood dries The longer and wider the cracks are the dryer the wood is Creosote Creosote is a by product of low temperature stove op eration weak draft or both It is a tar that results when unburned gases condense inside the flue system at tem peratures below 2901 F Creosote is volatile and can gen erate a chimney fire All of the installation characteristics that adversely affect chimney draft also promote creosote condensation Consequently you can minimize creosote accumulation with an effective chimney design and the use of operational techniques that encourage good draft and complete combustion Inspect your chimney frequently and clean it whenever accumulation exceeds 1 4 Backpuffing Backpuffing is a condition that results when the draft is too weak to pull flue gases out of the chimney system as fast as the fire generates them Volatile gases build up 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater within the firebox until reaching a density and temperature at which they ignite With this ignition you may hear a muffled popping sound and see a bit of smoke forced out of the stove This condition is most likely to
11. regulatory authority and in accordance with the clearances listed in this manual The charts and sample installations that follow list all the clearances required for the various installation configurations of Dutchwest Convection Heaters 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Fig 14 Extra floor protection may be required for the fire place hearth even if your stove is installed with the legs and the bottom heat shield Fireplace Installation Clearances A fireplace installation requires special clearance be tween the Side of the stove and the right and left walls e Side of the stove and the decorative side trim on the fireplace face e Top of the stove and the mantel In addition both Fireplace Adaptor and Fireplace Insert installations have special floor protection requirements that are addressed in the section on Floor Protection Side Walls S Trim T Top Trim TT Mantel M 15 381 mm 8 203 mm 12 305 mm 16 406 mm Fig 15 Minimum clearances for fireplace installation Recom mended clearances must be maintained between stove and the surrounding combustible components 11 Dutchwest Non Catalytic C
12. to be more of an art than a science You ll easily master the art if you start by using good dry fuel and by understanding how the stove s air supply system operates Burn Only High Quality Fuel Your heater is designed to burn natural wood only Do not burn other fuels Never burn pressure treated wood painted or stained wood or glossy newsprint High efficiencies and low emissions are only possible when burning air dried seasoned woods Avoid burning green wood that has not been properly seasoned The best hardwood fuels include oak maple beech ash and hickory that has been split stacked and air dried outside under cover for at least one year If hardwood is not available tamarack yellow pine white pine Eastern red cedar fir and redwood are softwoods that are commonly burned They too should be prop erly dried The length of the wood should be the same as that specified for your particular stove Avoid using wood that has been dried more than two years Often gray in color this wood burns very quickly resulting in short burn time and dimin ished stove performance If you must burn it mix it in with greener wood to slow the burn Store your firewood under cover to keep it dry Even for short term storage keep wood outside of the heater s installation clearances and outside of the space around the heater required for refu eling and ash removal 30002314 Use the Air Control Settings that Wor
13. your stove or chimney connector and nearby walls floors the ceiling and any other fixed combustible surface Keep furnish ings and other combustible materials away from the stove as well In general a distance of 48 1220 mm must be maintained between the stove and moveable combustible items such as drying clothes furniture newspapers firewood etc Keeping those clearance areas empty assures that nearby surfaces and objects will not overheat Safe Ways to Reduce Clearances Your stove has specific clearance requirements that have been established through careful research and testing to UL and ULC standards Clearance requirements have been established to meet every installation possibility and they involve the combi nation of basic variables e When the stove has no listed heat shield e When the stove has a listed heat shield e When the wall has no heat shield e When the wall has a heat shield e When the stove has a double wall chimney con nector e When the stove has a single wall connector with heat shields or without heat shields In general the greatest clearance is required when you locate a stove with no heat shield near a wall with no heat shield The least clearance is required when both the stove and the wall have heat shields Reducing a stove clearance may require a listed heat shield on the chimney connector as well or a double wall connector Clearances may be reduced only by means approved by the
14. 2 and 13 of this manual Assembling Single Wall Chimney Connector SAFETY NOTE Always wear gloves and safety goggles when drilling cutting or joining sections of chimney connector For double wall connectors follow the manufacturer s instructions exactly For single wall connectors follow the instructions below 1 Insert the crimped end of the first section into the stove s flue collar and keep each crimped end pointing toward the stove Fig 5 Using the holes in the flue col lar as guides drill 1 8 3 mm holes in the bottom of the first section of chimney connector and secure it to the flue collar with three 10 x 1 2 sheet metal screws Flue Gas Direction Fig 5 Crimped sections always point toward the stove so that any liquid condensation will not leak out 2 Secure each joint between sections of chimney con nector including telescoping joints with at least three sheet metal screws 3 Secure the chimney connector to the chimney In structions for various installations follow below 4 Confirm that the installed stove and chimney con nector are correct distances from nearby combustible material See the clearance charts on pages 12 and 13 NOTE Special slip pipes and thimble sleeves that form telescoping joints between sections of chimney con nector are available to simplify installations They can eliminate the need to cut individual connector sections Consult your local dealer about
15. 77 has a reversible flue collar to allow for either top exit or rear exit installations r You may install your Dutchwest Model 2477 in an exist ing fireplace as a fireplace insert with no legs or with the standard legs attached 10 To install the heater without legs as a fireplace insert the floor must be completely noncombustible such as an unpainted concrete floor over earth Many fireplaces do not satisfy the completely non combustible requirement because the brick or con crete hearth in front of the fireplace opening usually is supported by heavy wooden framing as in Figure 13 Because heat passes readily through brick or concrete it can easily pass through to the wood As a result such fireplace hearths are considered a combustible floor You may not install a heater on a combustible hearth without legs Standard leg installations must include the bottom heat shield The floor protector must also meet standard requirements for freestanding installations Floor Protection for Fireplace Installations with Standard Legs Fireplace installations with the standard legs and the bottom heat shield must have a floor protector of the same construction as that specified for freestanding installations an approved 7 8 22mm noncombustible hearth pad with K 0 84 BTU in ft hr F or equivalent material with an R value of at least 1 04 Refer to How to Determine if Alternate Floor Protection Materials are
16. EST 1974 DUTCHWEST BY VERMONT CASTINGS Non Catalytic Convection Heater Model 2477 Homeowner s Installation and Operating Manual SAFETY NOTICE If this heater is not properly installed operated and maintained a house fire may result For safety follow all installation operation and maintenance directions Contact local building officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area NATIONAL We recommend that our woodburning FIREPLACE hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as NFI Woodburning Specialists or who are certified in Canada by Wood Energy Technical Wood Energy CERTIFI ED ecl nica rainin www nficertified org Training WETT ef vate DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL Retain for future use 30002314 4 10 Rev 17 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater The Dutchwest Model 2477 covered in this Owner s Guide has been tested and Tested amp Portiana listed by OMNI Test Laboratories Inc of Portland Oregon The test stan a Oregon USA dards utilized were UL 1482 for the United States and ULC S 627 for Canada c us Dutchwest Model 2477 has been tested and is listed for mobile home installa OMNI Tast Laborateries iIne tions in the United States and Canada This heater meets the U S Environmental Protection Agency s emission limits for wood he
17. Fig 12 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater NR A Canada 18 457 mm 8 203 mm 10 254 mm ST798 Minimum Dimensions for Noncombustible Floor Protectors Width x Depth 7 8 22mm thick min with an R value of at least 1 04 Model U S Canada 2477 46 x 45 50 x 49 1238 mm x 1245 mm Fig 12 Be sure to follow exactly the minimum floor protection requirements on all four sides of the stove Fig 13 Combustible supporting timbers A may lie beneath fireplace hearths such situations require additional floor protection Due to the side loading door floor protector require ments call for more protection on the left side than on the right If you wish a more balanced look increase the other side of the hearth as well Do not reduce side protection under any circumstances How to Determine if Alternate Floor Protection Materials are Acceptable All floor protection must be noncombustible i e metals brick stone mineral fiber boards etc Any organic materials i e plastics wood paper products etc are combustible and must not be used The floor protection specified includes some form of thermal designation such as R value thermal resistance or k factor thermal conductivity Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Procedure 1 Convert specifications to R value i R value given no conversio
18. Fig 25 Rotate stove on pallet to expose front left corner 4 In the hardware bag locate the four legs the door handle insert holder on this leg only the door handle insert holder is used along with a washer 4 1 4 20 x 1 leg bolts and four 4 washers 5 Place the bolt through a washer and then the door handle insert holder and align the leg with the bolt hole in the bottom of the stove Tighten securely 17 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater 6 Reposition the stove so the other front corner over hangs the pallet and remove the leg bolt from the bottom of the stove Align the leg with the bolt hole in the bottom of the stove and attach it with the bolt and washer Tighten securely 7 Reposition the stove so the first rear leg can be at tached Attach the leg using the procedure described in Step 6 Fig 26 8 Reposition the stove so the remaining leg can be attached Attach it using the procedure described in Step 6 Remove the pallet from beneath the stove 9 Remove the 4 1 4 20 x 3 8 hex head bolts from the mounting bosses and attach the bottom heat shield using the same bolts Carefully move the stove to its final position One way to lessen the effort of moving the stove over smooth flooring is to slide it on a piece of inverted carpet Move it slowly to ensure the floor is not scratched Retighten all leg fastening hardware Fig 26 Reposition stove so one rear leg can be attached
19. Masonry chimneys must be lined either with code approved masonry or pre cast refractory tiles stainless steel pipe or a code approved poured in place liner The chimney s clean out door must seal tightly Prefabricated Double Wall Insulated Chimney Tile Lined Masonry Chimney Fig 2 If in sound condition and approved for use either a masonry or a prefabricated chimney may be used 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Prefabricated Chimneys Guidelines for Installing A prefabricated metal chimney must be one tested and the Chimney Connector listed for use with solid fuel burning appliances The chimney connector is the single wall pipe or listed A horizontal connector run should be inclined 1 4 per and approved double wall pipe that connects the stove foot 20 mm per meter from the stove toward the to the chimney The chimney itself is a masonry or chimney The recommended maximum length of a hori prefabricated structure that encloses the flue Chimney zontal run is 3 feet 1m and the total length of chimney connectors are used only to make the connection from connector should be no longer than 8 feet 2 5m the stove to the chimney z z Do not pass the chimney connector through a combus tible wall floor or alin through an Sr roof space For proper draft and good performance the chimney or through a closet or similar concealed space If pas should extend at least 16 5 m above the flue collar
20. NS CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA Before you begin the installation review your plans to confirm that e Your stove and chimney connector will be far enough from combustible material to meet all clearance require ments The floor protector is large enough and is constructed properly to meet all requirements e You have obtained all necessary permits from local authorities Your local building official is the final authority for ap proving your installation as safe and for determining that it meets local and state codes Clearance and installation information is printed on the metal label attached to the rear of the stove Local au thorities generally will accept the label as evidence that when the stove is installed according to the information on the label and in this manual the installation meets codes and can be approved Codes vary in different areas however Before starting the installation review your plans with the local building authority Your local dealer can provide any additional information needed Important Failure to follow these installation instruc tions may result in a dangerous situation including a chimney or house fire Follow all instructions exactly and do not allow makeshift compromises to endanger property and personal safety Chimney Types Your Dutchwest Convection Heater must be connected to 1 a chimney comp
21. Protected Surfaces Parallel Installations Corner Installations Parallel Installations Corner Installations A ST255a Top exit flue collar heat shield right side heat shield and chimney connector heat shields or double wall connector 30002314 13 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Stove and Chimney Connector Clearance Charts Model 2477 Small Convection Heater PROTECTED SURFACES Parallel Installations Installations Parallel Installations Installations 584 mm 610 mm 495 mm 178 mm 483 mm 394 mm flue collar heat shields 508 mm 330 mm Top exit flue collar K 16 L 14 N 7 O 11 P 9 Single wall connector 406 mm 356 mm 178 mm 279 mm 229 mm w connector heat shield Right Side Right Side and right side heat shield Onl Top exit flue collar K 23 L 15 heat shield 584 mm 381 mm Double wall connector Chimney Connector Clearance FE es S y y No connector heat shield 495 mm 368 mm Single wall connector gv 6 w connector heat shield 241 mm 165 mm amp flue collar heat shield Double wall connector 10 amp flue collar heat shield 267 mm 267 mm Front Clearance to Combustibles All Installations 48 1219 mm Onl M 12 N 9 O 15 P 121 318 mm 229 mm 381 mm 318 mm 1 Shielding for a top exit stove must include a flue collar shield to protect the area behind the flue collar 2 Chimney conn
22. SE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO START THE FIRE DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAM MABLE FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE NAPTHA OR ENGINE OIL Also never use gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this heater Keep all such liquids well away from the heater while it is in use Step 3 Light the newspaper and close the door The fire soon will be well established and you may gradually build it up by adding a few sticks at a time of a progres sively larger size For your initial three or four break in fires let the fire burn brightly for a short time then let it die out NOTE An especially large outdoor or cold chimney may need to be primed or warmed up before it will draw sufficiently to start a fire If this is the case roll up a couple pieces of newspaper place them on top of the kindling and toward the back of the stove light them and close the doors This should heat the chimney enough to initiate a draft Once the draft is established open the front door and light the rest of the fuel from the bottom Do not light the main bed of fuel until the chimney begins draw ing Repeat the procedure as often as necessary if the initial attempt is unsuccessful Step 4 Once the fire is burning steadily continue adding fuel until a thick bed has been established on the grate The bed should be about 2 50mm deep and should cover the throat opening into the seco
23. a crumpled piece of dry newspaper Never use liquid cleaning agents on hot glass If you wish to clean the glass more thoroughly follow this procedure e Be sure the glass is completely cool e Use a glass cleaner especially made for this pur pose e Dry the glass completely Adjust the Door Latch The door latches must close tightly to ensure a good seal between the each door and the stove plates With time and use the door latches will require periodic adjustment Follow this procedure Fig 35 1 Loosen the small locking nut with an open end wrench Use the allen wrench included with the stove to turn the striker screw clockwise one quarter turn and close the door to test the engagement The door latch should engage tightly when closed Make further adjustments in small increments When the striker screw is properly adjusted tighten the small locking nut against the pawl without allow ing the striker screw to turn N oO anal Locking Large Lock ing Nut Striker a y Screw PS ir Fig 35 Door latch adjustment Test and Repair the Door Gaskets Air leaks can be caused by low spots in the door gas kets To locate such low spots close each door on a slip of paper and attempt to pull the paper free If the paper slips out without tearing the gasket isn t snug enough at that spot If the seal cannot be improved by adjusting the door latch try shim
24. amper adjustment Over time the air control may tighten or loosen To adjust the tension on the control let the stove cool to room temperature Open the side loading door and look in toward the inner side of the front panel of the stove Fig 38 Locate the lower hex head bolts A on the pri mary air manifold rods on either side of the door Adjust with a 7 16 wrench Note that the mechanism may tighten slightly as the stove heats up Your adjustment should leave the air control snug but not overly tight Air Manifold Adjustment Screw Air Con Fig 38 Primary air control adjustment 25 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Cleaning the Chimney System The chimney system is composed of the chimney and the pipe that connects the stove to the chimney Inspect the chimney and chimney connector at least twice monthly and clean if necessary When you first begin using the stove check daily for creosote a substance that can look like either thick tar or black crisp flakes Experience will show how often you need to clean to be safe The frequency may even vary during the year In the colder months when the hottest fires producing the least creosote are burned you may need to clean only every couple of months During the warmer months when creosote is more likely to result from cooler burning fires weekly cleaning may be necessary At the very least inspect the chimney connector and chimney at least onc
25. aters sold on or after July 1 1990 PLEASE NOTE Read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage bodily injury or loss of life Save these instructions for future use Table of Contents Accessories Specifications Clearance reducing Right Side Heat Shields Installation Clearance reducing Heat Shields for single wall stove pipe Variable speed Blower Outside Air Termination Kit Clearance Reducing Rear Exit Flue Heat Shield Clearance Reducing Top Exit Flue Heat Shield Mobile Home Installation Kit Proposition 65 Warning Fuels used in gas wood burning or oil fired appliances and the products of combustion of such fuels contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth de fects and other reproductive harm California Health amp Safety Code Sec 25249 6 Patents U S D288357 4502395 4646712 Resolute Acclaim 4683868 D308246 Canada 1235969 Other foreign mechanical patents issued 2 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Specifications Model 2477 24 610 mm 2412 622 mm 2994 756 mm 23 584 mm 17 445 mm 27 686 mm Center of Flue Collar Rear Exit 301 775 mm 534 146 mm Log length 19 483 mm Maximum burn time Up to 8 hrs Average area heated sq ft 700 1400 65 130 m Range
26. ble wall stove pipe for longer runs 30002314 Single Venting Your stove requires a dedicated flue Do not connect the stove to a flue used by any other appliance Chimney draft is a natural form of energy and follows the path of least resistance If the stove is vented to a flue that also serves an open fireplace or another appliance the draft will also pull air in through those avenues The additional air flow will lower flue temperatures reduce draft strength and promote creosote development overall stove performance will suffer The effect is similar to that of a vacuum cleaner with a hole in the hose In some extreme instances the other appliance can even impose a negative draft and result in a dangerous draft reversal Even the best stove installation will not perform well with poor fuel If available always use hardwood that has been air dried seasoned 12 18 months Softwood burns more rapidly than hardwood and has a high pitch content that can result in creosote Decayed wood of any type has little heat value and should not be used Unseasoned green wood has a high moisture content Much of its heat value will be used to evaporate moisture before the wood can burn This significantly reduces the amount of energy available to warm your home as well as the intensity of the fire and temperature of the exhaust gas Incomplete combustion and cool flue temperatures promote creosote formation and weak draft You
27. ch the chimney connector to the flue collar e 1 1 8 Allen wrench to tighten the door latch e 1 5 32 Allen wrench to tighten the damper handle e 4 washers used with the leg bolts to attach legs to the stove e 1 door handle insert holder for storing the ce ramic handle assembly when it is not in use e 4 1 4 20 x 1 hex head screws to attach legs If any parts are missing or damaged immediately notify your Dutchwest dealer for replacements Do not install your stove without having all necessary parts or using damaged parts A Bottom Heat Shield is required in many instal lations Refer to the floor protection information found in the Installation Section of this manual Attach the Legs and Heat Shield NOTE To avoid damaging the sheet metal compo nents do not place the stove on its back to install the legs Follow the instructions below 1 Remove the band that holds the stove to the pallet and remove the bottom heat shield that was posi tioned on top of the stove Fig 24 2 Rotate the stove counterclockwise until the front left corner overhangs the pallet and the leg mounting hole is accessible Fig 25 3 Remove and discard the 4 1 4 20 x 3 8 hex head bolts that are in the leg holes on the bottom of the stove 30002314 Bottom Heat Shield Fig 24 Remove bands holding stove to pallet and remove heat shield from to of stove Handle Insert Holder
28. cnimney sonry chimney with a square flue with nominal flue size Elbow Flue of 8 x 8 203 x 203 mm or a round flue with nominal flue size of 6 152 mm Chimney liners larger than 8 x 12 203 x 305 mm may promote rapid cooling of smoke and reduction in draft especially if they are located outside the home These large chimneys may need to be insulated or have their flues relined for proper stove performance Accessories to help make the connection between stainless steel chimney liners and the stove are avail able through your local dealer Flue Liner Thimble Slip Pipe Standard Connector Flue Collar Floor Protector Fig 4 Sections of a steel chimney connector of at least 24 gauge thickness are fastened together with screws to connect the stove to the chimney 30002314 5 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Double Wall Connector Information on assembling and installing double wall connectors is provided by the manufacturer of the double wall pipe Follow the manufacturer s installation instructions exactly Most manufacturers of prefabri cated double wall insulated chimneys also offer double wall connector pipes Using a chimney and connector pipe from the same manufacturer helps simplify the assembly and installation NOTE For installations using double wall connec tors minimum clearances must conform to listed clearances in the Stove and Chimney Connector Clearance Charts on Page 1
29. d Empty the ash pan if necessary e Replace the ash pan and close the front door e Load wood smaller pieces first and close the load ing door e Allow the stove to regain its thermal momentum before closing the damper This may take 15 20 minutes e Close the damper and set the air control lever for the desired heat output NOTE If the charcoal bed is relatively thick and your fuel is well seasoned it is possible to add fresh fuel smaller pieces first close the door and damper and reset the air control within five minutes 30002314 Remove Ashes Frequently Wear heavy stove gloves when removing ashes Check the ash compartment before reloading the stove If the ash pan is nearly full empty the pan Before replacing the ash pan clear away any ash that may have spilled over the sides and back of the pan Empty the ash drawer regularly typically every one to three days The frequency will vary depending on what kind of wood you use and how hot you run your stove the hotter the fire the more wood you burn and the faster ash will accumulate Fig 33 Check the ash compartment before reloading the stove 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Safe Ash Handling Ashes may contain hot coals and must be treated with extreme care Ashes should be placed outdoors in a metal container with a tight fitting lid The closed con tainer of ashes should be
30. don t force air into it The efficiency of a modern woodburning appliance in which the amount of air available for combustion is regulated depends on the chimney to keep exhaust gases warm all the way outdoors The characteristics of your chimney whether it is steel or masonry interior or exterior matched or mismatched to the stove outlet determine how quickly it will warm up and how well it will sustain the optimum temperatures necessary to main tain strong draft and efficient combustion Here follows a description of various flue system characteristics and the related effects on stove performance Masonry Chimney Although masonry is the traditional material used for chimney construction it can have distinct performance disadvantages when used to vent a controlled combus tion woodstove Masonry forms an effective heat sink that is it absorbs and holds heat for long periods of time The large mass however may take a long time to be come hot enough to sustain a strong draft The larger the chimney in total mass the longer it will take to warm up Cold masonry will actually cool exhaust gases enough to diminish draft strength This problem is worse if the chimney is located outside the home or if the chimney flue has a cross sectional volume much larger than the stove outlet Steel Chimney Most factory made Class A steel chimneys have a layer of insulation around the inner flue This insulation keep
31. e every two months during the heating season to determine if a buildup of creosote or soot has occurred If a significant layer of creosote has accumulated 1 8 3 mm or more or if soot has accumulated either should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire Failure to keep the chimney and connector system clean can result in a serious chimney fire The conditions for a chimney fire develop as follows When wood is burned slowly it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire As a result creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining Creosote is flammable and when ignited makes an extremely hot fire within the flue system which can damage the chimney and overheat adjacent combus tible material To reduce the amount of creosote that may form re member to provide adequate air for combustion and to strive for small intense fires rather than large smolder ing ones You can never be too safe Contact your local fire authority for information on what to do in the event of a chimney fire and have a clearly understood plan on how to handle one Inspect Regularly Clean As Required Inspect the chimney and chimney connector twice monthly and clean if necessary Let the stove cool completely before you inspect the chimney Use a flash light and mirror to sight up the flue through the c
32. ector heat shields must extend exactly 24 610 mm above the flue collar of the stove 3 Dimension is to the top plate of the stove not the back wall of the stove Important When choosing an installation utilizing the side loading door located on the left side of the stove follow the minimum dimensions given in the Stove and Chimney Connector Chart on Page 14 and the Minimum Dimen sions for Noncombustible Floor Protectors given on Page 9 Figure 12 For operation of the side loading door the minimum clearances on the left side of the stove for usable opera tion is 13 330 mm in a corner installation and 18 457 mm in a parallel installation 14 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Distance from Center of Flue Collar to Wall in Top Exit Installations Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2477 NOTE These are not clearance distances These measurements indicate where the centerline of the flue col lar will be for various installations Measurements are from the centerline of the flue collar to the wall not the wall protector UNPROTECTED SURFACES PROTECTED SURFACES Corner Corner Parallel Installations Installations Parallel Installations Installations Side Rear Side Rear Corner Listed Approved A 35 B 13 C 19 D 21 E 13 F 19 Double wall with 889 mm 330 mm 499 mm 533 mm 330 mm 499 mm flue collar shield Single wall with A 28 B 12 C
33. est dealer Damper Adjustment With time you may need to adjust the damper link age to ensure that the damper plate seals tightly when closed Test the damper when the stove is cold When turned into the closed position the damper should be feel snug but not too tight It will become a little tighter as the stove heats up Use a 7 16 socket wrench with socket extension to adjust the linkage 1 From inside the stove first loosen and then remove the two 2 nuts on the threaded rods that secure the top plate to the inner top of the stove Remove the top plate and open the damper Loosen the adjusting bolt s lock nut Fig 37 Loosen the anchor bolt s lock nut located on the underside of the damper Loosen the anchor bolt a turn or two Tighten the adjusting bolt Test the damper Make further adjustments if neces sary When final adjustment has been made tighten the adjusting bolt lock nut the anchor bolt and the an chor bolt lock nut Primary Air Control Adjustment Simple spring loaded tabs maintain tension on the primary air control lever The air control should be loose enough for you to easily set its position by hand but also snug enough to remain in that position until you change it AUN NOA co 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater L Adjusting Bolt on underside Stove Ye N gt gt Front of JR m Anchor Bolt Damper Rod Fig 37 D
34. himney clean out door or chimney connector inspection tee If no inspection access is available disconnect the pipe from the stove 26 Clean the chimney using a specially designed chimney cleaning brush the same size and shape as the flue liner attached to flexible fiberglass rods designed for this purpose Run the brush up and down the liner so that any deposits fall to the bottom of the chimney where they can be removed through the clean out door Clean the chimney connector by disconnecting the sec tions taking them outside and removing any deposits with a stiff wire brush You can use a chimney brush of correct size to clean chimney connector pipe Reinstall the connector sections after cleaning being sure to secure the individual sections with three sheet metal screws per section If you are unable to inspect and or clean the chimney system yourself contact your local Dutchwest dealer or hire a qualified chimney sweep in your area to do the job Maintenance Schedule The Stove DAILY e Clear any ash build up from around the air holes and combustion flow path in the lower fireback e Ashes should be removed before they reach the top of the ash pan Check accumulation at least once a day e Keep the area around the stove clear of any com bustible materials such as wood furniture or cloth ing TWO MONTHS e Check door handle to be sure it is working properly Gasketing becomes compressed after a period of
35. himney connector and take it outdoors for inspection and cleaning Replace weak Fig 39 Inspect and clean out ash accumulation on either sections af connector side of the non catalytic combustion system e Inspect the chimney for signs of deterioration Re pairs to a masonry chimney should be made by a professional mason Replace damaged sections of prefabricated chimney Your local Dutchwest dealer or a chimney sweep can help determine when re placement is necessary e Thoroughly clean the chimney 30002314 27 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Draft Management Your stove is only one part of a system that includes the chimney the operator the fuel and the home The other parts of the system will affect how well the stove works When there is a good match between all the parts the system works well Wood stove operation depends on natural unforced draft Natural draft occurs when exhaust gas is hotter and therefore lighter than the outdoor air at the top of the chimney The greater the temperature difference the stronger the draft As the hot exhaust gas rises out of the chimney it generates suction that draws air into the stove for combustion A slow lazy fire when the stove s air inlets are fully open indicates a weak draft A brisk fire supported only by air entering the stove through the air inlets indicates a good draft The inlets are passive they regulate how much air can enter the stove but they
36. ite a while to warm up and the stove performance will likely be disappointing The best solution to an oversize flue problem is the instal lation of an insulated steel chimney liner of the same diameter as the appliance flue outlet The liner keeps the exhaust gas warm and the result is a stronger draft An uninsulated liner is a second choice although the liner will keep the exhaust restricted to its original volume the air around the liner will require time and heat energy to warm up Check your local codes You may be required to install a flue liner in any oversize or masonry flue Pipe amp Chimney Layout Every bend in the flue will act as a brake on the exhaust as it flows from the firebox to the chimney cap The ideal pipe and chimney layout is straight up from the stove through a completely straight chimney Use this layout if at all possible as it will promote optimum stove perfor mance and simplify maintenance If the stovepipe must elbow to enter a chimney locate the elbow about midway between the stove top and the chimney thimble This configuration lets the smoke speed up before it must turn keeps some pipe in the room for heat transfer and allows long term flexibility for installing a different appliance without relocating the thimble There should be no more than eight feet of single wall stove pipe between the stove and a chimney Longer runs can cool the smoke enough to cause draft and creosote problems Use dou
37. ited warranty for a period not to exceed the remaining term of the original limited warranty or six 6 months whichever is longer Exclusions amp Limitations 1 This warranty is non transferable 2 This warranty does not cover misuse of the stove Misuse includes overfiring which will result if the stove is used in such a manner as to cause one or more of the plates to glow red Overfiring can be identified later by warped plates and areas where the paint pig ment has burned off Overfiring in enamel stoves is identified by bubbling cracking chipping and discolor ation of the porcelain enamel finish MHSC offers no warranty on chipping of enamel surfaces Inspect your woodburning stove prior to accepting it for any dam age to the enamel 3 This warranty does not cover misuse of the stove as described in the Owners Guide nor does it cover a stove which has been modified unless authorized by a MHSC representative in writing This warranty does not cover damage to the stove caused by burning salt saturated wood chemically treated wood or any fuel not recommended in the Owners Guide 4 This warranty does not cover a stove repaired by someone other than a Dutchwest Authorized Dealer 5 Damage to the unit while in transit is not covered by this warranty but is subject to a claim against the com mon carrier Contact the Dutchwest Authorized Dealer from whom you purchased your stove or MHSC if the purchase was direct Do not ope
38. k Best for You No single control setting will fit every situation Each installation will differ depending on the quality of the fuel the amount of heat desired and how long you wish the fire to burn Control settings also depend on your particular instal lation s draft or the force that moves air from the stove up through the chimney Draft is affected by such things as the height type and location of the chimney local geography nearby obstructions and other factors Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures in the stove On the other hand too little draft can cause backpuffing into the room and or insufficient heat How do you know if your draft is excessively high or low Symptoms of too much draft include an uncon trollable burn or a part of the stove or chimney con nector glowing red Inadequate draft may is indicated by smoke leaking into the room through the stove or chimney connector joints When first using the stove keep a record of the results you achieve from different control settings You will find that specific settings will give you a fixed amount of heat It may take a week or two to determine the amount of heat and the length of burn you should ex pect from various control settings Notice that changes in the weather have a strong effect on chimney draft Higher outdoor temperatures and lower air pressure both weaken draft lower tempera tures and higher air pressure encourage a stronger d
39. ld Spark ember and thermal protection must be provided by a floor protector constructed with noncom bustible material as specified In the US and Canada most installations will require that the bottom heat shield must be attached Only when the stove is placed on a completely noncombusti ble surface such as unpainted concrete over earth may it be used without the heat shield Even when the bottom heat shield is installed you must provide special protection to the floor beneath For installation with the heat shield attached use an approved 7 8 22mm noncombustible hearth pad with K 0 84 BTU in ft hr F or an equivalent material with an R value of at least 1 04 Refer to How to Deter mine if Alternate Floor Protection Materials are Accept able section The floor protector may be covered with a decorative noncombustible material if desired Do not obstruct the space under the heater Protection requirements vary somewhat between the United States and Canada as follows U S Installations The floor protector is required under the stove and must extend at least 16 from the front and left loading door side of the stove and at least 6 from the right side and rear Fig 12 In Canada a noncombustible floor protector is required under the heater also The floor protector must extend 18 457mm from the front and left loading door side of the stove and at least 8 203mm from the right side and rear
40. lying with the requirements for Type HT chimneys in the standard for Chimneys Fac tory Built Residential Type and Building Heating Appli ance UL 103 or 2 a code approved masonry chimney with a flue liner Whatever kind you use the chimney and chimney con nector must be in good condition and kept clean Masonry Chimneys If you use an existing masonry chimney it must be inspected to ensure safe condition before the stove is installed Your local professional chimney sweep building inspector or fire department official will be able either to make the inspection or to direct you to some one who can An inspection of the chimney must confirm that it has a lining Do not use an unlined chimney The chim ney should also be examined for cracks loose mortar other signs of deterioration and blockage Repair any defects before the chimney is used with your stove Unused openings in an existing masonry chimney must be sealed with masonry to the thickness of the chimney wall and the chimney liner should be repaired Open ings sealed with pie plates or wallpaper are a hazard and should be sealed with mortar or refractory cement In the event of a chimney fire flames and smoke may be forced out of these unused thimbles The chimney should be thoroughly cleaned before use A newly built masonry chimney must conform to the standards of your local building code or in the absence of a local code to a recognized national code
41. ming the gasket Pack a small quantity of cement or a smaller diameter gasket into the channel beneath the gasket to lift the main gasket and thereby improve its contact with the door frame If shimming does not improve the seal replace the gasket following these steps 1 Remove the original gasket by grasping an end and pulling firmly 2 Wearing safety goggles use a wire brush or the tip of a screwdriver to clean the channel of any remain ing cement or bits of gasket Remove the old gasket by pulling gently but firmly Fig 36 Door gasket 30002314 oO Apply a thin bead of stove cement in the newly cleaned groove Lay the gasket into the groove Wait until you are a couple inches from the end before you cut it Test the gasket by closing the door on a slip of paper as described above Adjust the gasket in any areas where an inadequate seal is evident F on All rope type gasketing used in the Dutchwest Convec tion Heater is made of fiberglass The gasket is 3 8 diameter for front and side doors and the ash door and 3 8 for the top plate 1 4 gasket is used behind the glass Avoid Damaging the Glass Door Panel Do not abuse the glass by slamming the door or striking the glass with a log Never operate your stove if it has damaged or broken glass If you need to replace the glass use only replacement glass provided by your lo cal Dutchw
42. n needed ii k factor is given with a required thickness T in inches R 1xT iii K factor is given with a required thickness T in inches R xT Kx12 iv r factor is given with a required thickness T in inches R rxT 2 Determine the R value of the proposed alternate floor protector i Use the formula in Step 1 to convert values not expressed as R ii For multiple layers add R values of each layer to determine overall R value 3 If the overall R value of the system is greater than the R value of the specified floor protector the alter nate is acceptable EXAMPLE The specified floor protector should be 7 8 inch thick material with k factor of 0 84 The proposed alternate is 4 brick with an r factor of 0 2 over 1 8 mineral board with a k factor of 0 29 Step a Use formula above to convert specification to R value R 1y7 u x 0 875 1 04 Step b Calculate R of proposed system 4 brick of r 0 2 therefore R ix 0 2 X 4 0 8 1 8 mineral board of k 0 29 therefore SR 53 0 125 0 431 Roa Raia R 0 8 0 431 1 231 total brick Step c Compare proposed system Rtotal of 1 231 to specified R of 1 04 Since proposed system Rtotal is greater than required the system is acceptable ft hr F ee Btu mineralboard Definitions k Btu in Ky 42 ft hr F _ Btu ft ft hr F f hryCF 1 Btuy in K Fireplace Installations The Dutchwest Model 24
43. ndary combustion chamber that is located in the lower center fireback Step 5 Once the ember bed is formed prepare the stove for high efficiency operation Load it with fuel first with smaller splits of wood and then larger ones Close the damper and set the air control lever to the HIGH position Operate the stove for 15 20 minutes at this maximum air setting to guarantee the new load of fuel has fully ignited Once the fuel is burning steadily you may adjust the air supply to provide the desired heat output Refer back to the air control settings chart on Page 20 22 You ll soon find that this stove is HOT WHILE IN OPER ATION KEEP CHILDREN CLOTHING AND FURNI TURE AWAY CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS HEATER Overfiring may cause a house fire or can result in permanent damage to the stove If a part of the stove or the chimney con nector glows you are overfiring Reloading and Reviving the Fire Reload your stove while it is still hot and there are plenty of embers to re kindle the fire quickly Include some smaller pieces of wood in the new load of fuel to help the stove regain high temperatures quickly Follow this procedure when you reload the stove e Open the damper and move the primary air lever to the HIGH position e Open the front door and check the ash level on the grates and in the ash pan Clear excess ash from the grates particularly at the rear area Level the ember be
44. occur in the Spring or Fall when moderate outdoor temperatures and low intensity fires produce weak draft If your stove back puffs open the damper to let the smoke rise to the flue more quickly Also open the air inlets to induce a livelier fire and speed airflow through the stove Avoid large loads of firewood at one time You should always see lively dancing flames in the firebox a lazy smoky fire is inefficient and will pro mote draft problems Draft Testing An easy way to determine whether your chimney draft is strong enough is to close the stove damper wait a few minutes to let the airflow stabilize and then test whether you can vary the strength of the fire by swinging the air control open and closed Results here are not instant you may need to wait a few minutes for a change in the air control setting to have an effect on the fire If there is no change the draft is not yet strong enough to let you close the damper You will need to open it for a while longer and manage the fire with the air inlet until the draft strength ens Keep a record of your operating habits and relate them to their effects on the stove s function You ll be rewarded with safe and efficient performance Negative Pressure Good draft also depends on a sufficient supply of air to the stove The chimney can t pull in more air than is avail able to it Sluggish draft can be caused by a house that is tight enough to prevent the ready flow of air
45. of heat output 7 800 25 100 Btu hr Maximum heat output 35 000 Btu hr EPA emissions rating g h non catalytic 1 41 Weight 400 Ibs 181 kg Loading Side or front Flue exit position reversible Top or rear Air control One A B Cc D E F G H Fig 1 Dutchwest Convection Heater specifications 1 Maximum burn times and heat outputs are based on laboratory testing using full loads of seasoned hardwoods and may vary in individual use depending on how the stove is operated type and moisture content of fuels and other factors Maximum burn times are achieved under different operating conditions than are maximum heat outputs 2 These values are based on operation in building code conforming homes under typical Winter climate conditions in the northeastern U S If your home is of nonstandard construction e g unusually well insulated not insulated built underground or if you live in a more severe or more temper ate climate these figures may not apply Since so many variables affect performance consult your Dutchwest Authorized Dealer to determine realistic expectations for your home 4 Under specific conditions used during EPA emissions testing 30002314 3 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Installation SAFETY NOTICE IF YOUR DUTCHWEST CON VECTION HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED OPERATED AND MAINTAINED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT FOR SAFETY FOLLOW ALL INSTALLA TION OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DIREC TIO
46. of sage through a combustible wall is unavoidable follow the stove the recommendations in the following section on Wall The chimney must also extend at least 3 914 mm Pase Troughs Keep he passage as shalt ald aac above the highest point where it passes through a roof as possible Wih No MOTE Man Wo 40 degree tums and at least 2 610 mm higher than any portion of a Two Types of Connector building within 10 3 m Fig 2 You may use either a single wall steel connector of the DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY size and gauge described below or a listed and ap FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE proved double wall connector Single Wall Connector The single wall chimney connector should be made of 24 gauge or heavier steel and must have a minimum internal diameter of 6 150 mm for model 2477 Install single wall chimney connector not less than 18 450 mm from the ceiling In cathedral ceiling installations extend the prefabri cated chimney downward to within 8 feet 2 5 meters Reference i A Point of the stove The entire chimney connector should be exposed and accessible for inspection and cleaning Do not use galvanized chimney connector it cannot Fig 3 The 2 3 10 rule for chimneys withstand the high temperatures that can be reached by smoke and exhaust gases and it may release toxic i i f der high heat Chimney Size umes under high hea The Model 2477 heater should be vented into a ma
47. ollow wall pass through DO NOT CONNECT THE HEATER TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM In Canada The Canadian Standards Association has established different guidelines Figure 11 shows one method in which all combustible material in the wall is cut away to provide the required 18 450 mm clear ance for the connector The resulting space must remain empty 30002314 A flush mounted sheet metal cover may be used on one side only If covers must be used on both sides each cover must be mounted on non combustible spacers at least 1 25 mm clear of the wall Your Dutchwest dealer or your local building inspector can provide de tails of other approved methods of passing a chimney connector through a combustible wall In Canada this type of installation must conform to CAN CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment NOTE Do not vent your Dutchwest stove into a factory built zero clearance fireplace These appliances and their chimneys are specifically designed as a unit for use as fireplaces It may void the listing or be hazard ous to adapt them for any other use Floor Protection A tremendous amount of heat radiates from the bottom plate of your Dutchwest stove The floor area directly under and around the stove will require protection from radiant heat as well as from stray sparks or embers that may escape the firebox Heat protection is provided by the MHSC Bottom Heat Shie
48. onvection Heater Alcove Installations Because of their restricted air flow and heat retention characteristics specific construction requirements and special clearances apply to installations into alcoves No stove or chimney connector heat shields are used in alcove installations ALCOVE INSTALLATION OF THE DUTCHWEST MODEL 2477 IS PERMITTED IN BOTH THE US AND CANADA Construction Requirements The following illustrations show noncombustible ceiling framing and maximum and minimum permitted dimen sions for alcove construction 7 16 Du n rock or 36 Use recommended equivalent 914 mm floor protection spaced 1 off Max wood studs on noncom bustible spacers lt 40 1016 mm Min gt 87829 Fig 16 Alcove floor plan Sheetrock on front face butts to Durock or equivalent alcove lining Joist Shield plied by Chimney Manufacturer Combustible facing may overlap metal studs by only 1 1 air gap top and bottom on both sides and back wall 7 16 Durock or equivalent Fig 17 Alcove side section 12 Existing Combustible Framing Metal studs support 7 16 Durock or AS equivalent or sheet q g metal ceilin Ceiling sup port package extends 2 below Durocl or equivalent ceiling sides and back wall NOTE
49. ow the recommenda tions in the wall pass through section that follows The opening through the chimney wall to the flue the breech must be lined with either a ceramic or metal cylinder called the thimble which is securely cemented in place Fig 7 Most chimney breeches incorporate thimbles but check to be sure the fit is snug and the joint between thimble and chimney wall firmly cemented A special piece called the thimble sleeve slightly smaller in diameter than the standard connector and most thimbles will ease the removal of the chimney connector system for inspection and cleaning Thimble sleeves should be available from your local dealer To install a thimble sleeve slide it into the breech until it is flush with the inner flue wall Don t extend it into the actual flue passage as that could interfere with the draft The thimble sleeve should protrude 1 2 25 50 mm into the room Use furnace cement and thin gasketing to seal the sleeve in place in the thimble Secure the chimney connector to the outer end of the sleeve with sheet metal screws Fireplace Installations Above the Fireplace In this installation the chimney connector rises from the stove turns ninety degrees and goes back into the fireplace chimney The liner of the fireplace chimney should extend at least to the point at which the chimney connector enters the chimney Follow all the guidelines for installing a chimney connecto
50. placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal If the ashes are dis posed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed keep them in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled Note It may take days for these coals to stop burning Wood ash may be used as a garden fertilizer CAUTION Never use a vacuum cleaner to remove ash from the stove always remove and dispose of the ashes properly Fig 34 Hot ashes can be dangerous and must be stored outdoors on a noncombustible surface in a metal container with a tight fitting lid 23 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Maintenance Keep Your Stove Looking New And Working Its Best Care of the Cast Iron Surface An occasional dusting with a dry rag will keep the painted cast iron of your Dutchwest Convection Heater looking new If the paint needs retouching allow the stove to cool completely Wire brush areas needing to be painted Remove non painted components such as air controls or cover them with masking tape Touch up the stove with high temperature stove paint available from your local dealer Apply the paint sparingly Two light coats are better than one heavy one Cleaning the Glass You will find that most of the carbon deposits on the glass will burn off regularly during hot fires You can wipe fly ash from the glass when hot using
51. r into a freestanding masonry chimney and pay special attention to these additional points e Check the stove and chimney connector clearances to combustible mantel or trim materials Use the necessary combination of mantel trim and connec tor heat shields to provide the required clearances Fig 8 e Double check connector clearance from the ceiling e The fireplace damper must be closed and sealed to prevent room air from being drawn up the flue reducing the draft However it must be possible to re open the damper to inspect or clean the chimney 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Thimble Sleeve Flue Thimble Keep Sleeve End Flush with Flue Tile Chimney Connector Flue Liner Fig 7 The thimble made of either ceramic or metal must be cemented in place securely Masonry Wall Ceramic Flue Liner Chimney Connec tor Shield o Block Off Plate _ IW Chimney Connector Fig 8 The connector enters flue above the fireplace If the clearance between the chimney connector and either the mantel and or the ceiling is inadequate special protective shields will be required Flue Liner Extend Chimney Con nector to the First Tile Damper the Flue Liner Plate is Removed or Locked F in Open Position Observe Miniumum Clearances Close Off the Damper Opening with Sheet Metal and Sealant
52. raft An exception to this is in installations with outdoor chimneys since these lose heat to the outdoors it takes longer to warm them up initially and it takes more heat to keep them warm especially when temperatures are very low outdoors Most installations do not require a large amount of combustion air especially if adequate draft is available Do not attempt to increase the firing rate of your heater by altering the air control adjustment range outlined in these directions In some newer homes that are well insulated and weather tight poor draft may result from insufficient air in the house In such instances an open window near the stove on the windward side of the house side against which the wind is blowing will provide the fresh air needed Another solution is to equip the stove with an Outside Air Kit available from your local dealer Use the air control settings indicated in Figure 32 as a starting point to help determine the best settings for your installation 30002314 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Medium Closed Fig 32 Position the primary air control lever for different burn rates DO NOT OPERATE THE STOVE WITH THE ASH DOOR OPEN OPERATION WITH THE ASH DOOR OPEN CAN CAUSE AN OVERFIRING CONDITION TO OCCUR OVERFIRING THE STOVE IS DANGER OUS AND CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE How to Build and Maintain a Wood Fire Loading Wood You can load wood into yo
53. rate the stove as this may negate the ability to process the claim with the carrier 6 Claims are not valid where the installation does not conform to local building and fire codes or in their ab sence to the recommendations in our Owners Guide 7 The salt air environment of coastal areas or a high humidity environment can be corrosive to the porce lain enamel finish These conditions can cause rusting of the cast iron beneath the porcelain enamel finish which will cause the porcelain enamel finish to flake off This warranty does not cover damage caused by a salt air or high humidity environment 8 MHSC shall have no obligation to enhance or update any unit once manufactured IN NO EVENT SHALL MHSC BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY SUPERCEDES ALL OTHER ORAL OR WRITTEN WARRANTIES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental and consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limi tations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state How to Obtain Service If a defect is noted within the warranty period the customer should contact a Dutchwest Authorized Dealer or MHSC if the purchase was direct with the follo
54. re available for use as wall pass throughs If using one of these make sure it has been tested and listed for use as a wall pass through All combustible material in the wall is cut away a suffi cient distance from the single wall connector to provide the required 12 305 mm clearance for the connector Any material used to close up the opening must be non combustible The following wall pass through methods may be ap proved in your area e Use a section of listed factory built chimney with a nine inch clearance to combustibles e Place a chimney connector pipe inside a ventilated thimble which is then separated from combustibles by 6 152 mm of fiberglass insulating material e If the stove is installed without legs we recommend the use of noncombustible tiles or pavers as shims to allow air flow into the convection air inlets under the stove Make sure not to block air slots instove bottom with shims or remove fan cover e Place a chimney connector pipe inside a section of listed solid insulated factory built chimney with an inside diameter 2 51 mm larger than the chimney connector and having 1 25 mm or more of insula tion and maintaining a minimum 2 inch air space between the outer wall of the chimney and combus tibles Chimney Con nector materials 18 450mm Empty Space __ All Around the Chimney Con Sheet Metal nector Cover One side only Fig 11 H
55. s the smoke warm and protects the surrounding structure from the high flue temperatures Because the insulation is less dense than masonry the inner steel liner warms up more quickly than a masonry chimney this makes the steel chimney support a good draft more quickly than masonry does Steel chimneys are not as attractive as masonry but they are very durable and generally outper am masonry Indoor Outdoor Location Because the chimney s function is to keep the smoke warm it is best to locate it inside the house This location uses the house as insulation for the flue and allows some radiant heat release from the flue into the home Since an interior chimney doesn t continuously lose its heat to the outdoors less heat from the stove is required to get it warm and keep it warm The flue size for a controlled combustion appliance should be based on the cross sectional volume of the stove flue outlet In this case more is definitely not better Hot gases lose heat through expansion if a stove with a six inch flue collar 28 square inch area is vented into a 10 x 10 flue the gases will expand to over three times their original volume As gases cool with expansion draft strength decreases If an oversized flue is also outside the house the heat it absorbs will be conducted to the outdoor air and the flue will remain relatively cool It is common for a masonry flue to be oversized for the stove Such a chimney can take qu
56. these special pieces Securing the Connector to a Prefabricated Chimney Follow the installation instructions of the chimney manufacturer exactly as you install the chimney The manufacturer of the chimney will supply the acces sories to support the chimney either from the roof of the house at the ceiling of the room where the stove is installed or from an exterior wall Special adaptors are available from your local dealer to make the connection between the prefabricated chimney and the chimney connector Fig 6 The top of such adaptors attach directly to the chimney or to the chimney s ceiling support package while the bottom of the adaptor is screwed to the chimney connector These adaptors are designed so the top end will fit outside the inner wall of the chimney and the bottom end will fit inside the first section of chimney connector Any soot or creosote falling from the inner walls of the chimney will stay inside the chimney connector Prefab Insulated Chimney I Ceiling Support Package o Prefab Chimney Adapter Chimney Connector Stovepipe Fig 6 Joining the chimney connector to a prefabricated chimney 30002314 Securing the Connector to a Masonry Chimney The Dutchwest Convection heater may be connected to either a freestanding masonry chimney or a masonry fireplace chimney Freestanding Installations If the chimney connector must pass through a combus tible wall to reach the chimney foll
57. to the stove or by competition between the stove and other appliances that vent indoor air to the outside i e exhaust fans for range hoods clothes dryers bathroom fans etc If the chimney draws well when all such equipment is turned off or sealed in the case of fireplaces and or other stoves you need to be attentive in timing the use of the other appliances If you need to crack a nearby window or door to enable the chimney to pull well you should install an outside air intake to bring combustion air into the room Conclusion Woodburning is more an art than a science Art includes technique and since installations homes and fuel vary the stove operator must also vary technique mostly timing to achieve satisfying results Over time you will become familiar with the features of your particular instal lation you will be able to identify cause and effect in a va riety of seasonal circumstances and adapt your operating habits to changing conditions 29 NINJA S NI NTN o o S S s s MIMITI om o Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2477 Ref Description 2 O yj 8 H 0 N o 2 T M Va KL LIM YN ci f ff f ff A SK 4 SY v4 DA JS Yip W 7 ff f gt XV N A E h kA Y Y a 1 IA NNA H TEN SST a WH N a AV j ry Air Manifold to Inner Bottom Gasket 1 4 Rd Fiberglass the right to make changes in design materials specifications m Bottom o VI c alco o
58. ur Dutchwest Convection Heater through either the front or side doors Front loading is useful for kindling a new fire and adding an occasional log however we recommend side loading as most convenient when adding several logs at a time Always be certain that the stove damper is open before opening either door WARNING OPERATE YOUR DUTCHWEST CON VECTION HEATER ONLY WITH THE DOORS FULLY CLOSED EXCEPT WHEN REFUELING THIS STOVE IS HOT WHILE IN OPERATION KEEP CHILDREN CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS If your stove is new or has new cast iron replacement parts season the new cast iron with a few break in fires Follow Steps 1 3 below Then let the fire burn out Do not close the damper Maintain a small but not smoky fire by adjusting the air control After the break in fires continue with Step 4 The stove s paint and cement will emit a slight odor as these materials cure during the first few fires You may wish to provide extra ventilation near the stove by partially opening a door or window until the odor disap pears 21 Dutchwest Non Catalytic Convection Heater Lighting the Fire Step 1 Open the stove damper Open the primary air control fully Step 2 Lay some crumpled newspapers in the stove Place six or eight finger width size pieces of dry kin dling on the paper On the kindling lay two or three larger sticks of split dry wood approximately 1 2 25 50 mm thick DO NOT U
59. wing information 1 Name address and telephone number of the pur chaser Date of Purchase Serial number from the label on the back Nature of the defect or damage Any relevant information or circumstances e g instal lation mode of operation when defect was noted A warranty claim will then start in process MHSC re serves the right to withhold final approval of a warranty claim pending a visual inspection of the defect by autho rized representatives O AOON MHSC 149 Cleveland Drive Paris Kentucky 40361 www mhsc com

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