United States Stove 2200I User's Manual
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1. Ussc FLOOR PROTECTOR The stove must be placed on solid concrete solid masonry or when installed on a combustible floor on a Type 2 floor protector listed to standard UL 1618 with a minimum R value of 1 2 or equivalent The floor protector is required to provide heat live ember and ash protection and must be of a non combustible continuous solid surface to protect against infiltration of live embers and ash For UL Listed floor protectors refer to manufacturers instructions for installation directions Manufacturers of listed floor protectors include Imperial Metal Products and Hy C among others To calculate R Values for alternative methods see below for calculation methods Alternate materials may be rated with C factor Thermal Conductance or k factor Thermal Conductivity ratings which must be converted to R value to determine if the alternate material meets the tested requirements The following instructions provide the proper information and formulas for conversion to R value To determine if alternate materials are acceptable follow this sequence 1 Convert material specifications to R value a R value given no conversion necessary b k factor is given with a required thickness T in inches R 1 k x T c C factor is given R 1 C 2 Determine the R value of proposed alternate floor protector a Use formulas in step 1 above to calculate R value of proposed material s b For multiple layers add R values of each layer2. 84 R factor requirements is considered a durable equivalent WARNING RISK OF FIRE DO NOT ALLOW COM BUSTIBLE MATERIALS CARPET FURNITURE FUELS TO BE PLACED ON OR COVER THE FLOOR PROTECTOR ALLCOMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS MUST REMAIN OUTSIDE OF THE MINIMUM CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS 12 inches 305mm Y US 6 in 152mm CAN 8 in 203mm US 38 inches 965mm CAN 42 inches 1 06M US 6 in 152mm CAN 8 in 203mm Minimum Floor Protector Specifications Ussc ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION TOOLS Pencil 6 foot Folding Ruler or Measuring Tape e Tin Snips Drill Hand or Electric e 1 8 dia Drill Bit for sheet metal screws Screwdrivers Blade and Phillips type 14mm Nut Driver or Ratchet with 14mm Socket CAUTION THIS APPLIANCE IS HEAVY MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE ADEQUATE HELP AND USE PROPER LIFTING TECHNIQUES WHENEVER MOV ING THIS APPLIANCE 1 Clean the fireplace opening properly disposing of any ashes in a closed metal container See Safety Instructions 2 Install a 6 152mm minimum diameter continuous stainless steel chimney liner into the existing chim ney The liner must extend to the top of the existing chimney Use only listed chimney liners that meet UL1777 standards Follow liner manufacturer instal lation instructions 3 Remove or lock the fireplace damp
3. LINER Extend to the top of chimney cap Follow the manufacturer s installation instructions MASONRY CHIMNEY FLUE MANTEL Combustible 6 INCH FLEX FLUE PIPE Observe Minimum Clearances SEAL SMOKE CHAMBER Smoke chamber must be sealed with non combustible material to prevent re entry of smoke into the living area Accomodations for inspection and cleaning must be maintained FLOOR PROTECTION Observe Minimum Clearances MASONRY FIREPLACE 9 Connect the chimney liner to the appliance using a stainless steel adapter and securing with a minimum of three 3 sheet metal screws The liner MUST be attached with the male or crimped end of the adapt er inside the flue collar of the appliance to allow con densation and or creosote to drain back into the fire box 10 Assemble the Surround Lay pieces face down on carpet or other soft surface to protect finish during assembly The Surround consists of two side panels a top panel and a decorative trim frame Ussc ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS continued 11 Bolt the top panel 1 to the side panels 2 so the top surfaces are flush to one another using items 3 and 4 12 Assemble the trim frame The trim consists of a left 6 and right 5 side piece and a split top piece left 8 right 47 These are joined by corner connectors 11 13 and two straight center connectors 9 10 These slide into the channel on the ba
4. air inlet control to the wide open position Let the embers re heat for 10 15 minutes When hot and glowing spread them out and place your next fuel load into the appliance make sure no embers or ashes block the LPAO Leave the door air inlet control in the wide open position for 15 20 minutes Fuel load size can vary but should be kept 1 2 inches be low the secondary air tubes Also position the fuel to leave space so the air from the inlet can work down between the pieces of fuel This reduces the time it takes for new fuel to burn properly 1 When refueling adjust air inlet control to the fully open position When fire brightens slowly and carefully open the door This procedure will prevent gases from igniting causing smoke and flame spillage 2 Add fuel being careful not to overload or overfire the appliance 3 When adding fuel be careful not to smother the fire Do not build fires against glass and make sure the embers do not obstruct the air inlet Do not allow logs to roll and strike the glass Close the feed door and secure tightly Adjust the air inlet control as described above Empty ashes regularly Do not allow ashes to pile up Properly dispose of hot ashes 0 N OOA Do not overfire the appliance overfiring is when any part of the appliance s exterior or chimney connections glow BLOWER OPERATION The variable speed blower circulates air warmed by the firebox into the living area to distribute
5. glass only Do not substitute alternative materials ELECTRICAL 115v 50 60Hz 0 71 0 66 Amps Route power cord away from unit Do not route power cord under or in front of appliance Manufacturered for United States Stove Company 227 Industrial Park Road P O Box 151 South Pittsburg TN 37380 Phone 800 750 2723 Web www usstove com Pt No 851893 Ussc Notes Sketches 17 HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS THIS MANUAL WILL HELP YOU OBTAIN EFFICIENT DEPENDABLE SER VICE FROM YOUR HEATER AND ENABLE YOU TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS CORRECTLY KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WHEN WRITING ALWAYS GIVE THE FULL MODEL NUMBER WHICH IS ON THE NAMEPLATE ATTACHED TO THE HEATER WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMA TION AS SHOWN IN THIS LIST 1 THE PART NUMBER 2 THE PART DESCRIPTION 3 THE MODEL NUMBER 2200 4 THE SERIAL NUMBER UNITED STATES STOVE COMPANY 227 INDUSTRIAL PARK ROAD P O BOX 151 SOUTH PITTSBURG TN 37380 423 837 2100 WWW USSTOVE COM Ussc 3 lt CUT HERE 3 lt CUT HERE WARRANTY INFORMATION CARD Name Telephone ___ City State Zip Email Address Model ofUnit Serial Fuel Type UWood Coal UPellet UGas Other PlaceofPurchase Retailer City Zip If internet purchase please list website address Date of Purchase Reason for Purchase UAlternative Heat Main Heat Source UDecoration UCost UOther What was
6. need to be replaced Inspect glass and door gaskets periodi cally to ensure proper seal if gaskets become frayed or worn replace immediately DOOR GASKET REPLACEMENT 1 Ensure appliance is not in operation and is thoroughly cooled 2 Remove old door gasket and clean channel 3 Using an approved high temperature gasket cement apply a thin coat in bottom of channel 4 Starting at hinge side of door work gasket into channel around door unit end butt and trim to length 5 Close door and allow three to four hours for cement to set before firing appliance REMOVING THE INSERT FOR PURPOSE OF INSPECTION If for any reason you must remove the insert for inspec tion of the appliance or fireplace follow these rules 1 Ensure appliance is not in operation and is thoroughly cooled 2 Remove the surround by removing the springs retain ing it to the appliance 3 Disconnect the flue gas pipe from the appliance 4 Slide appliance out to perform inspection 13 REPAIR PARTS Key Part No Description Qty 6 65202 Machine Screw 10 24x 18 PA Ha 4 Te 891373 Hinger f gt 9 25080 Door Latch uses casos snene xsus 1 io 9006 Frebrick asx9 9 41 3919897 Frebnck 35x9 e 14 Key Part No Description 891992 Top L Qty 91992 3 Trim Top_L Surround 891992 4 Trim Top_R Surround 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 891993 17 18 19 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 30 31 32
7. qualified mason or chimney dealer regarding proper materials that meet all local building and fire authority codes The instal lation must conform to local building and fire codes and latest edition of NFPA 211 If there is a cleanout opening in the base of the chimney close it tightly 2 10 3 Rule Ussc FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS WOODSTOVE UTILIZATION Your heating appliance was designed to burn wood only no other materials should be burned Waste and other flam mable materials should not be burned in your stove Any type of wood may be used in your stove but specific varieties have better energy yields than others Please consult the following table in order to make the best possible choice TYPE WEIGHT PER CORD EFFICIENCY SPLITS MILLIONS ee a RANKING BTU s CORD DRY o Hickory White Oak Red Oak Beech Hard Sugar Maple Fair Black Oak Fair Ash Well Yellow Birch Hard Red Maple Fair Paper Birch Easy mM wl wl BR alol N eo Elm Sycamore Very Difficult _ Red Spruce Easy It is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT that you use DRY WOOD only in your wood stove The wood should have dried for 9 to 15 month
8. than another part of the house or a nearby tree The wind blowing over a house or tree falls on top of the chimney like water over a dam beat ing down the smoke The top of the chimney should be at least three 3 feet above the roof and be at least two 2 feet higher than any point of the roof within ten 10 feet Ussc SERVICE HINTS ASH REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL Ashes should be removed from the stove every few days or when ashes get to 2 to 3 inches deep Always empty the stove when it is cold such as in the morning Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non combustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed they should be retained in the close container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled Other waste shall not be placed in this container GLASS CARE The following usage and safety tips should be observed 1 Inspect the glass regularly for cracks and breaks If you detect a crack or break extinguish the fire immedi ately and contact the manufacturer for a replacement 2 Do not slam the door or otherwise impact the glass When closing doors make sure that logs or other ob jects do not protrude to impact the glass 3 Do not build fires against or that might fall against the glass 4 Do not clean the g
9. the heat more evenly The blower control knob is located on the side of the blower housing CAUTION DO NOT OVERFIRE APPLIANCE YOU ARE OVERFIRING IF ANY PART OF THE APPLIANCE GLOWS RED CLOSE THE DOOR AND SHUT DAMPER IMMEDIATELY TO REDUCE THE AIR SUPPLY AND SLOW DOWN THE FIRE Turn the knob clockwise to turn the blower on The speed is controlled by turning the knob clockwise for slower speeds and counter clockwise for faster speeds To turn the blower off turn the speed control knob fully counter clockwise It is recommended to turn the blower off when the unit is not in operation 11 CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE CAUTION SLOW BURNING FIRES FOR EXTENDED USE OR BURNING GREEN WOOD MAY CAUSE EXCESSIVE CREOSOTE BUILD UP IGNITION OF CREOSOTE OR OVERFIRING COULD CAUSE A CHIMNEY FIRE CHIMNEY FIRES BURN EXTREMELY HOT AND MAY IGNITE SURROUNDING COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS IN CASE OF A CHIMNEY FIRE CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY CREOSOTE Formation and Removal 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 and can accumulate on the flue lining If ignited this creates an extremely hot fire in the chimney which may ignite sur rounding materials resulting in a building fire The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected at least twice a month durin
10. 9 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Children should be alerted to the hazards from high surface temperatures Never leave small children unsupervised when they are in the same room as the appliance during operation To prevent burns always wear protective clothing leather hearth gloves and eye protection when refueling or fire maintenance Always be aware of heated surfaces Heat radiating from the appliance can potentially discolor melt or even ignite combustible materials KEEP ALL COMBUS TIBLE MATERIALS WELL AWAY FROM THE HEATER WARNING RISK OF FIRE Keep the feed door tightly closed at all times except when tending the fire DO NOT overfire this appliance Overfiring will occur if the feed door is left open during operation If any part of the appliance glows you are overfiring Adjust air controls to a lower setting to slow down the fire DO NOT ELEVATE THE FIRE Build the fire directly on the firebrick This appliance has not been tested with the use of any means to elevate the fire and it should not be attempted Ashes should not be allowed to accumulate more than two to three inches in the firebox The paint on your appliance is durable but will not stand rough handling or abuse The paint used may give off smoke and or an odor during the first few fires This will occur until the paint has cured Animals people with lung problems should not be present during the curing process Build small fires a
11. IANCE KEEP ALL FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS ESPECIALLY GASOLINE OUT OF THE VICINITY OF THE APPLIANCE WHETHER IN USE OR IN STORAGE This appliance is designed to burn WOOD FUEL ONLY Hardwood 17 to 19 should be split and air dried seasoned for 6 months to obtain maximum burning efficiency Wood should be stored in a dry well ventilated area Burning fuels other than intended chemicals or waste in this appliance could result in damages to the heater or result in bodily injury It will also void any warranty on the appliance 10 OPTIMAL FUEL CONSUMPTION This appliance is designed to get the most efficient transfer of heat energy from the wood fuel and radiate it into your living environment The fire box introduces combustion air through three sources 1 Immediately beneath the door opening be low the window is a Lower Primary Air Orifice LPAO 2 The door air inlet control brings air into the firebox and controls the rate of burn and the amount of heat the appliance radi ates 3 The secondary air tubes at the top of the firebox are NOTICE USE SOLID WOOD FUEL ONLY DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS DO NOT USE COAL THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT DESIGNED TO ACCOMMODATE THE AIR FLOW DRAFT REQUIRED TO PROPERLY BURN COAL OR COAL PRODUCTS DO NOT ELEVATE THE FIRE USING GRATES OR IRONS BUILD THE FIRE DIRECTLY ON THE FIREBRICK designed to ignite the combustion gases smoke given off by the burning wood an
12. IF HEATER OR CHIMNEY CONNECTOR GLOWS YOU ARE OVER FIRING INSPECT AND CLEAN CHIMNEY AND CONNECTOR FREQUENTLY UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF USE CREOSOTE BUILDUP MAY OCCUR RAPIDLY DO NOT USE GRATE OR ELEVATE FIRE BUILD WOOD FIRE DIRECTLY ON HEARTH OPERATE ONLY WITH FIREBRICK IN PLACE OPERATE ONLY WITH DOOR CLOSED FOR USE WITH SOLID WOOD FUEL ONLY USE OF OTHER FUELS MAY DAMAGE HEATER AND CREATE A HAZARDOUS CONDITION SUITABLE FOR USE IN FACTORY BUILT Z C FIREPLACES AND MASONRY FIREPLACES NOT MOBILE HOME APPROVED MODEL 22001 INSERT eed El Certified for USA and CANADA US C US c SERIAL NUMBER LISTE Tested to UL 1482 2010 and ULC S628 1993 ER Intertek Intertek U S ENVIROMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY Report No XXX0000X a issi DATE OF MANUFACTURE Control No 00000 Certified to comply with July 1990 particulate emmission standards E MANE MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES 2 yy Key Masonry amp Factory Built MANTEL Z Fireplace Installations a 7 A 9 0 in 229 mm a ETA KOH lar gt Z B 9 0 in 229 mm HH w i yA C 14 0 in 356 mm A HHT ir 2 I a A D 19 0 in 483 mm 3 i ca E 12 0 in 305 mm E INSERT ES F US 6 0 in 152 mm EF L F CAN 8 0 in 203 mm F Floor Pro
13. Owner s Operation and Instruction Manual MODEL 22001 Fireplace Insert Masonry Fireplace Insert or Zero Clearance metal Fireplace Insert SAFETY TESTED TO UL 1482 2010 and ULC S628 1993 US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED WOODSTOVE DO NOT use this appliance in a mobile home manu factured home trailer or tent CAUTION SAFETY NOTICE Please read this entire manual be If this heater is not properly installed a house fire may fore you install and use your new result For your safety follow the installation instructions heater Failure to follow instructions Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions may result in property damage and installation in your area bodily injury or even death SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS MANUAL WILL HELP YOU TO OBTAIN EFFICIENT DEPENDABLE SERVICE FROM THE HEATER AND ENABLE YOU TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS CORRECTLY KEEP INA SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE French version is available for download from the U S Stove website http www usstove com United States Stove Company 227 Industrial Park Road P O Box 151 c us C US South Pittsburg TN 37380 Pila Mi ia 1 800 750 2723 Intertek Intertek 851892 REV C 10 11 12 13 14 15 CONGRATULATIONS You ve purchased a heater from North America s oldest manufacturer of wood burning products By heating with wood you re helping to CONSERVE ENERGY Wood is our only Renewable Energy Re
14. Safely NFPA No HS 10 1978 The address of the NFPA is 1 Battery March Park Quincy MA 02269 Ussc 22001 DIMENSIONS 27 1 32 686 6 mm 26 11 32 669 0 mm 13 5 32 334 5 mm 44 7 32 1123 0 mm 6 00 INSIDE 21 13 16 554 0 mm 22 1 4 565 0 mm 4 11 16 118 8 mm 15 1 2 394 0 o Ussc PRE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 6 Fireplace Opening Dimensions FIREPLACE CONDITION AND ZERO CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS A masonry fireplace must meet minimum code require ments National Fire Protection Association NFPA 211 or the equivalent for a safe installation Contact a profes sional licensed installer your local building inspector or the local fire authority for the requirements in your area Your insurance company should be able to recommend a qualified inspector Inspections should include the following 1 Condition of the fireplace and chimney A masonry fireplace and chimney MUST be inspected prior to in stallation of this appliance They must be free from cracks loose mortar creosote deposits blockage or other evidence of deterioration If found these items MUST be repaired prior to installation DO NOT RE MOVE BRICKS or MORTAR from existing fireplace when installing this unit 2 Chimney Size Minimum chimney size is 6 152mm diameter Maintain a 15 ft minimum overall chimney height measured from the top of appliance to the top of the chimney Chimneys must extend at least 3 ft
15. above the roof and at least 2 ft above the highest point within 10 ft of the chimney top See the Chim ney Connections section of this manual 3 Zero Clearance or Metal Heatform Fireplaces These fireplaces and chimneys must meet the mini mum code specifications as noted above Factory built zero clearance fireplaces must be listed and suitable for solid fuel use Chimneys must be at least 7 inch diameter to accommodate a required continu ous Stainless steel liner from the appliance s flue col lar to the top termination of the chimney Only detachable parts that can be easily replaced i e damper parts screens doors and side and back re fractory panels are to be removed These parts must be stored and readily available for replacement if the appliance is ever removed The removal of any parts that render the fireplace unusable for burning solid fuel requires a permanent label to be affixed by the in staller that states the fireplace is unsuitable for burn ing solid fuel unless the missing parts are replaced and the fireplace is restored to its original certified condition 4 Chimney Caps Mesh type chimney caps and spark arrestors must be able to be removed for regular in spection and cleaning Otherwise the mesh should be removed to prevent possible plugging Check your lo cal fire and building codes 5 Chimney Liner The chimney must be suitable for burning solid fuel Install a continuous stainless steel liner fr
16. ck of the frame and are secured with two set screws 13 in each piece SURROUND ASSEMBLY VIEW FROM BACK 13 The trim slides over the surround assembly and is se cured at the base of each side with a machine screw 14 The Surround Assembly is then slid over the appli ance Slots in the two side panels accommodate the hood at the top of the appliance figure 6 Figure 6 Surround Installation SPRING lt SURROUND Slots in surround S ra slide of firebox top Ussc 15 The surround assembly is held in place with two springs at the top of either corner of the appliance figure 6 16 17 Firebrick extends the life of your stove and radiates heat more evenly If firebricks were removed to posi tion appliance replace them before firing appliance See figure 7 for proper orientation and positioning Install the back row first then sides and finally install bottom firebricks Connect power cord of blower to grounded receptacle CAUTION RISK OF FIRE e REPLACE FIREBRICKS BEFORE FIRING WOOD STOVE POSITION FIREBRICKS SO NO GAPS REMAIN BETWEEN BRICKS NEVER OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITH MISS ING OR CRACKED FIREBRICK KEEP FURNISHINGS AND OTHER COMBUSTI BLE MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE STOVE AND OUTSIDE MINIMUM CLEARANCES Firebrick Dimensions inches Figu
17. d increases the efficiency of the appli ance and reduces chimney emissions Smoke given off by burning fuel consists of very small organic liquid droplets If these droplets condense they form a sticky tar like substance called creosote When operated properly this appliance is designed to burn these droplets Burning these droplets releases heat that would otherwise be lost up the chimney as smoke Following the instructions below will help you operate your appliance properly to maximize the ap pliance s performance Actual performance is dependent on chimney height weather log size wood species and mois ture content Some experimentation will initially be required to find that spot where your appliance performs best The follow ing will give you a starting point to find your optimum settings When first loading fuel set the door air inlet control at the wide open position for at least 15 20 minutes When the appliance is working properly you should be able to observe secondary combustion flames above the fuel pieces in front of the sec ondary air tubes at the top of the firebox These secondary flames should continue to burn after the primary air inlet is reset from wide open to the desired operating setting If the flames do not continue to burn open the air control to re es tablish the secondary flames then slowly reset the air control to the desired setting Initially it may take several attempts to figure your appliance out Bu
18. diameter from the chimney The chimney must also meet minimum and maximum cross sectional requirements For that reason a continu ous 6 stainless steel liner from the flue collar to the top of the chimney is required A stainless steel adapter is recommended for fastening the stainless steel liner to the flue collar The male or crimped end of the adapter must be installed inside the flue collar to allow condensation or creosote in the liner to drain back into the firebox Chimney liners and or adapters must be permanently fastened using a minimum of three 3 screws at each connection Chimneys outside of the home or on an exterior wall are difficult to keep at operating temperatures and may result in increased creosote buildup less draft back drafting problems and poor appliance performance and should be avoided FLOOR PROTECTOR A solid non combustible floor concrete or solid masonry must extend 6 to either side of the body of the appliance and 12 in front of the face of the appliance When combustible flooring falls within these minimum dimensions it must be covered with a listed floor protec tor meeting the requirements of UL 1618 such as Hy C or Imperial Model UL 2840BK or equivalent with 0 84 R factor 1 thick Note to calculate R value of alternative materials see Floor Protector Material Calculations at the back of this manual A grouted ceramic floor tile that meets local building codes and the minimum 0
19. dling in a teepee fashion and a few small pieces of wood 4 Ignite the paper and leave the door open slightly DO NOT LEAVE APPLIANCE UNATTENDED WITH DOOR OPEN 5 Add large pieces of wood as the fire progresses be ing careful not to overload Do not fill firebox beyond firebrick area An ideal ember bed of 1 2 should be established to achieve optimum performance 6 This unit is designed to function most effectively when air is allowed to circulate to all areas of the firebox TIP If ash or embers remain in the appliance make sure to clear them away from the Lower Primary Air Ori fice LPAO and rake a slight 1 to 2 inch wide trough down the center of the embers from front to back prior to loading the fuel 7 Once fuel has been loaded close the door and leave the air inlet control fully open until fire is well estab lished at least 15 20 minutes being careful not to over fire if any of the exterior parts of the appliance or chimney connections begin to glow you are over firing the appliance 8 Re adjust the door air inlet control to desired burn rate If excessive smoke fills the firebox open air inlet con trol slightly until flames resume and wood is sufficiently ignited The basic rule of thumb is closed low half way open medium and fully open high Ussc ADDING FUEL If the embers are not hot and glowing rake the embers to the front of the appliance close the door and adjust the
20. e up air supply MUST be installed Ussc PRE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS continued a Existing fuel fired equipment shows evidence of back puffing smoke roll out inefficient operation or excessive smell in the living area b Opening a window or door alleviates any of the above problems or symptoms c The building is constructed with a well sealed va por barrier tight fitting windows or has powered exhaust fans d Excessive condensation on windows in the winter e The building has a ventilation system installed f If once installed the solid fuel appliance does not draw steadily burns poorly or inefficiently back drafts or experiences back puffing when adding fuel VENTING DRAFT REQUIREMENTS The chimney flue is a critical component to the proper and efficient operation of any heating appliance Heating appli ances do not create draft draft is provided by the chimney This appliance requires a draft of 0 05 in water column 0 1 Pa at the flue collar WARNING RISK OF FIRE EXCESSIVE DRAFT CAN CAUSE OVERFIRINGANDAPOSSIBLE STRUCTURE FIRE DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITH THE FLUE DRAFT EXCEEDING 0 06 in w c 0 1 Pa To achieve proper draft your chimney must meet three minimum height requirements minimum height from top of appliance 15ft total height from top of appliance minimum height above roof penetration 3 ft and minimum height 2 ft above highest point of roof within a 10 ft
21. e at stove stores and are economical to rent or purchase Factors such as wind barometric pressure trees terrain and chimney temperature can have an adverse effect on the draft The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for external factors leading to less than optimal drafting Should you have a problem with inadequate draft you should contact a licensed heating and cooling contractor for assistance in solving the problem IMPORTANT INSTALLATION POINTS 1 Size chimney flue to appliance collar This stove re quires a minimum 6 diameter flue 2 Never connect this unit to a chimney serving another appliance 3 The chimney must meet all minimum height require ments 4 Never use a chimney to ventilate a cellar or basement 5 Contact your local building authority for approved meth ods of installation and any necessary permits and or inspections MASONRY CHIMNEY Before using an existing masonry chimney clean the chimney inspect the flue liner and make any repairs needed to be sure it is safe to use As mentioned previ ously this appliance requires a continuous stainless steel liner from the appliance collar to the chimney cap Make repairs before attaching the stove The connector stove pipe and fittings you will need to connect directly to a ma sonry chimney are detailed in the installation instructions If the fireplace chimney must go through a combustible wall before entering the main chimney consult a
22. er in the open position Note Masonry or damper plate may be re moved to accommodate the chimney liner provided this does not weaken any structural components of the existing fireplace or chimney nor reduces protec tion of combustible materials required by national building codes Consult with your local building or fire authority before doing this 4 Uncrate the appliance remove all packing materials and any items stored in the firebox 5 WARNING Any fireplace which has had parts re moved or modified to accommodate the installation of this appliance MUST have a warning plate perma nently installed in a visible location stating that the fireplace is unfit for use with solid fuel Permanently attach the warning plate to a visible location in the fireplace 6 Position the appliance into the fireplace opening until the top lip of the air jacket is flush with the fireplace facing 8 Level the appliance with the adjusting screws at the rear of the appliance MATERIALS NOTE The following items are NOT included with your stove Flooring Protection as specified herein Chimney Liner Continuous stainless steel chimney liner as required Stainless Steel Adapter connects the liner to the flue collar 1 2 Sheet Metal Screws Furnace Cement manufacturer recommends Rutland Code 78 or equivalent STORM COLLAR RAIN CAP COVER PLATE non combustible Seal cover plate with silicone UL 1777 STAINLESS STEEL
23. g the heating season to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred If it has it should be removed Failure to remove creosote may re sult in ignition and may cause a house building fire Cre osote may be removed using a chimney brush or other commonly available materials from your local hardware retailer Chimney fires burn very hot If the unit or chimney con nector should glow red reduce the fire by closing the inlet air control and immediately call the fire department A fire in the firebox may be smothered by pouring a large quantity of coarse salt baking soda or cool ashes on top of the fire CAUTION A CHIMNEY FIRE MAY CAUSE IGNITION OF WALL STUDS OR RAFTERS WHICH WERE ASSUMED TO BEASAFE DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE CHIMNEY IFA CHIMNEY FIRE OCCURS HAVE YOUR CHIMNEY INSPECTED BY A QUALIFIED EXPERT BEFORE USING AGAIN PREVENTING CREOSOTE BUILD UP 1 Burn with air control open for several minutes at nu merous intervals throughout the day during the heating season being careful not to overfire the unit 2 Burn appliance with air inlet control wide open for 15 20 minutes every time you apply fresh wood This allows wood to achieve the charcoal stage faster and burns wood vapors which might otherwise be depos ited within the heating system 3 BURN ONLY SEASONED WOOD Avoid burning wet or green wood Seasoned wood has been dried for at least one year 12 4 Asmall hot fire is preferable to a large smoldering
24. lass with materials that may scratch or otherwise damage the glass Scratches on the glass can develop into cracks or breaks during opera tion 5 Never attempt to clean the glass while the unit is hot If deposits are not very heavy normal glass cleaners are adequate using a soft non abrasive cleaning pad Heavier deposits may be removed with oven cleaners 6 Never put substances which can ignite explosively in the unit Even small explosions in confined areas can blow out the glass Gasket and Glass cleaning products are available at local retail home centers Manufacturers of cleaning products for wood stoves include A W Perkins Co www awper kins com or Rutland Products www rutland com CAUTION REPLACE GLASS ONLY WITH 5mm HIGH TEMPERATURE CERAMIC GLASS OF THE PROPER SIZE DO NOT USE TEMPERED GLASS OR DOUBLE THICKNESS WINDOW GLASS Ussc GLASS REPLACEMENT 1 Ensure appliance is not in operation and is thoroughly cooled 2 Remove screw and glass clip See parts list and dia gram 3 Lift glass out from glass clip 4 Remove old gasket and clean glass 5 Replace new gasket starting at the bottom of glass working along edges being sure to center gasket channel on glass 6 Trim to length and butt ends together 7 Replace glass into door being sure not to overtighten screw and clip After extensive use the gasket material which provides glass and door seal may lose it s resiliency and will
25. od hisses and water or vapor escapes at the ends of the piece your wood is soaked or freshly cut green Do not use this wood in your stove Large amounts of creosote could be deposited in your chimney creating potential conditions for a chimney fire Ussc 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTIONS HOUSE FIRE HAZARDS DO NOT STORE WOOD ON FLOOR PROTECTOR UNDERNEATH STOVEPIPE S IF APPLICABLE OR ANYWHERE WITHIN CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE SURFACES SPECIFIED FOR THIS APPLIANCE NEVER OPERATE WITH SECONDARY TUBES FIBER BOARD OR INSULATION REMOVED OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NEVER OVERFIRE THISAPPLIANCE BY BUILDING EXCESSIVELY HOT FIRESAS A HOUSE BUILDING FIRE MAY RESULT YOU ARE OVERFIRING THE APPLIANCE IF IT BEGINS TO GLOW OR TURN RED NEVER BUILD EXCESSIVELY LARGE FIRES IN THIS TYPE OF APPLIANCE AS DAMAGE TO THE FIREBOX OR SMOKE LEAKAGE MAY RESULT DO NOT BUILD FIRE TOO CLOSE TO GLASS HOT WHILE IN OPERATION KEEP CHILDREN CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKINS BURNS DO NOT TOUCH THE APPLIANCE UNTIL IT HAS COOLED PROVIDE ADEQUATE AIR FOR COMBUSTION TO THE ROOM WHERE THE APPLIANCE IS INSTALLED INSPECT CHIMNEY LINER EVERY 60 DAYS REPLACE LINER IMMEDIATELY IF IT IS RUSTING OR LEAKING SMOKE INTO THE ROOM WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD NEVER USE CHEMICALS GASOLINE GASOLINE TYPE LANTERN FUEL KEROSENE CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS TO START OR FRESHEN UP A FIRE IN THE APPL
26. om the flue collar of the appliance to the top of the chimney Liner must be UL Listed to UL1777 SIDEWALL SIDEWALL A Minimum Width scener 29 737mm B Minimum Height 23 584mm C Minimum Depth eee 14 356mm Combustible Material Clearances The fireplace and chimney must be inspected to make sure there is adequate clearance to combustible materials This includes the top side front and back as well as concealed combustibles in the chimney and mantle areas Your local building inspector or fire authority should have information on whether older fireplace meet current codes and are suitable for use See also figure 1 and figure 2 D Min Distance to Sidewall 9 228mm E Min Distance to Top Trim 14 355mm F Min Distance to Mantle 19 482mm G Min Distance to Side Trim 9 228mm H Min Floor Protector Front 12 304mm I Min Floor Protector Side 6 152mm Min Floor Protector Side Canada 8 203 MANTEL Makeup Air Requirements This appliance requires an adequate supply of makeup air to operate safely and efficiently In some areas this is a building code requirement Inadequate air supply will cause poor combustion inefficient operation creosote buildup back drafting and smoke puffing into the living areas If any of the following conditions are evident a mak
27. one that can deposit creosote within the heating system 5 Establish a routine for the handling of fuel wood burner and firing technique Check daily for creosote buildup until experience shows how often you need to clean for safe operation Be aware that the hotter the fire the less creosote is deposited and weekly clean ings may be necessary in mild weather even though monthly cleanings may be enough in colder months CHIMNEY DRAFT NOTE A DRAFT READING OF 0 05 12 45 to 0 06 14 94 Water Column Pascals IS REQUIRED FOR PROPER BURNING OF THIS APPLIANCE Draft is a function of the chimney NOT THE APPLIANCE Do not expect the appliance to draw Smoke spillage into the house or excess buildup of condensation or creo sote in the chimney are warnings that the chimney is NOT functioning properly Correct the problem before using the appliance Following are some possible causes for improper draft 1 The connector pipe may be pushed into the chimney too far stopping the draft CORRECT 2 If the chimney is operating too cool water will con dense in the chimney and run back into the appliance Creosote formation will be rapid and may block the chimney Operate the appliance at a fire level high enough to keep the chimney warm preventing this con densation 3 If the fire burns well but sometimes creates excessive smoke or burns slowly it may be caused by the chim ney top being lower
28. re 7a Back Firebrick Arrangement Five 5 A Size Figure 7b Side Firebrick Arrangement E Note All Firebrick is 1 25 Thick Six 6 B Size Figure 7c Bottom Firebrick Arrangement Four 4 A Size Two 2 C Size One 1 D Size One 1 E Size CHIMNEY SPECIFICATIONS This appliance must be connected to a listed Stainless Steel Liner that meets UL1777 which extends from the collar to the chimney cap according to the specifications listed on the previous pages Chimneys perform two functions 1 Asa means of exhausting smoke and flue gases which are the result of fuel combustion 2 The chimney provides draft which allows oxygen to be continuously introduced into the appliance so that proper combustion is possible This stove relies on natural draft to operate NOTICE Always provide a source of fresh air into the room where the stove is located Failure to do so may result in air starvation of other fuel burning appliances and the possible development of hazardous conditions fire or death Your appliance itself does not create draft Draft is provid ed by the chimney To achieve proper draft your chimney must meet the three minimum height requirements de tailed in figure 8 A minimum draft of 0 05 w c measured in water column is required for proper drafting to prevent back puffing smoke spillage and to maximize perfor mance Gauges to measure draft are readily availabl
29. s such that the humidity content in weight is reduced below 20 of the weight of the log It is very important to keep in mind that even if the wood has been cut for one two or even more years it is not necessarily dry if it has been stored in poor conditions Under extreme conditions it may rot instead of drying This point cannot be over stressed the vast majority of the problems related to the operation of a wood stove is caused by the fact that the wood used was too damp or had dried in poor conditions These problems can be ignition problems creosote build up causing chimney fires low energy yield blackened windows incomplete log combustion Smaller pieces of wood will dry faster All logs exceeding 6 in diameter should be split The wood should not be stored directly on the ground Air should circulate through the cord A 24 to 48 air space should be left between each row of logs which should be placed in the sunniest location possible The upper layer of wood should be protected from the element but not the sides TESTING YOUR WOOD When the stove is thoroughly warmed place one piece of split wood about five inches in diameter parallel to the door on the bed of red embers Keep the air control full open and close the door If ignition of the piece is accomplished within 90 seconds from the time it was placed in the stove your wood is correctly dried If ignition takes longer your wood is damp If your wo
30. source Please do your part to pre serve our wood supply Plant at least one tree each year Future generations will thank you The instructions pertaining to the installation of your wood stove comply with UL 1482 and ULC S628 standards SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The installation of this appliance must comply with your local building code rulings DO NOT INSTALL THIS APPLIANCE IN A MOBILE HOME MANUFACTURED HOME TRAILERORTENT NO EXCEP TIONS PER HUD FEDERAL STANDARD 24 CFR CH XX Verify that the appliance is properly installed before firing for the firsttime This appliance should be installed by a qualified installer to insure a correct and safe installation NEVER use temporary or makeshift compromises during the instal lation Ifthere are any missing or damaged components ofthe appli ance contact your dealer immediately DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITH MISSING OR DAMAGED PARTS WARNING RISK OF FIRE Observe the minimum clear ances to combustibles stated in this manual and on the labels attached to the appliance DO NOT store wood any type of flammable vapors or liquids place furniture rugs carpet clothing or other combustible objects within the clearance area DO NOT connect this appliance to any air distribution duct or system DO NOT tamper with the combustion air control of this unit beyond normal adjustment range Provide adequate combustion air to the room where the ap pliance is installed Restricting combu
31. stion air will result in a lazy fire which causes soot or creosote buildup and greatly reduces efficiency Always connect this appliance to a chimney that vents to the outside Never vent into another room crawl space attic or inside a building DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE DO NOT connect a wood burning appliance to an aluminum Type B gas vent This is not safe Use approved masonry or a UL 103 HT U S Listed Residential Type and Building Heating Appliance Chimney Use a 6 diameter chimney that is high enough to create sufficient draft Be sure your chimney is safely constructed and in good repair Have the chimney inspected by the fire department or a qualified inspector Your insurance company should be able to recommend a qualified inspector Creosote or soot may build up in the chimney liner or chimney and cause a house building fire Inspect the chimney and chimney liner twice monthly during the heating season and clean if necessary In the event of a chimney fire turn the air controls to the closed position leave the building and CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY To prevent injury do not allow anyone to use this appliance that is not familiar with its correct operation Do not operate this appliance while under the influence of alcohol or drugs CAUTION HOT SURFACES KEEP CHILDREN AWAY DO NOT TOUCH WHILE IN OPERATION CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS 16 17 18 1
32. t first to help this process and open windows and doors as needed to clear the smoke and odor If the appliance is overfired the paint will discolor When installing your unit take care in handling Clean with soap and water when the appliance is not in use Do not use any acids abrasive cleaners or scouring soap as these solvents wear and dull the finish DO NOT ROUTE THE BLOWER POWER SUPPLY CORD NEAR OR ACROSS HOT SURFACES Canada Installations requires that this fireplace must be installed with a continuous chimney liner of 6 inch diameter extending from the fireplace insert to the top of the chimney The chimney liner must conform to the Class 3 requirements of CAN ULC S635 Standard for Lining Systems for Exist ing Masonry or Factory Built Chimneys and Vents or CAN ULC S640 Standard for Lining Systems for New Masonry Chimneys Permanently seal any opening between the masonry of the fireplace and the facing masonry Fireplace insert surround panels may be removed to inspect fireplace insert and fireplace U S Stove Company requires installing smoke detectors in the same room as the heater if not already installed Smoke expelled from the unit by either paint curing opening the fuel loading door or a negative pressure inside the home could trigger the smoke detectors For further information on using your heater safely obtain a copy of the National Fire Protection Association NFPA publication Using Coal and Wood Stoves
33. t once you find the efficient oper ating spot and the correct mix of procedures to get there only minor adjustments will be necessary The best indicator of a properly operating appliance is to look for smoke coming out of the chimney You may see steam emissions that will quickly dissipate Smoke will thin but con tinue to drift without totally disappearing If you do detect smoke emissions open the air control a little bit let the ap pliance adjust for 10 15 minutes and re check your chimney Remember visible smoke represents lost heat Ussc OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS continued NOTICE INITIAL BURNS TO CURE PAINT BECAUSE OF THE HIGH OPERATING TEM PERATURES THIS APPLIANCE IS COATED WITH A SPECIAL HIGH TEMP PAINT WHICH REQUIRES A SERIES OF LOW TO MEDIUM BURNS TO FULLY CURE FOR DURABILITY AND A LIFETIME OF SERVICE Proper curing of the high temp paint requires a series of three initial burns The appliance should be allowed to cool off between each burn The first two burns should be small fires and low temperatures 250 degrees F for a duration of 20 minutes each The third fire should be ata temperature of approximately 500 F for 20 minutes Provide adequate cross ventilation to clear any smoke or odor caused by initial firings STARTING A FIRE 1 Set air inlet control to fully open position 2 Open the door and place several pieces of crushed paper in the firebox 3 Cover the paper with a generous amount of kin
34. tection must be non combustible material minimum 1 2 thick with a value of k 0 84 Btu in ft2 hr F extending from the front and beyond each side of the unit as HEARTH EXTENSION indicated above CHIMNEY Minimum 6 inch diameter extending at least 15 feet overall measured from the top of the appliance Factory Built Z C Fireplace installations require a minimum 24 starter section directly connected to the fireplace chimney or a full re line The Factory Built Z C Fireplace chimney must have a minimum cross sectional area of 28 85 square inches The Factory Built Z C Fireplace damper and control must be removed or secured in the open position For minimum Factory Built Z C Fireplace size see manufacturer s installation instructions DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE DO NOT REMOVE BRICKS OR MORTAR FROM MASONRY FIREPLACE USE THE SURROUND KIT PROVIDED WITH THE APPLIANCE TO COVER REMAINING FIREPLACE OPENINGS DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED PREVENT HOUSE FIRES Install and use only in accordance with the manufacturer s installation and operating instructions Contact your local building or fire officals about permits restrictions and installation in your area Provide adequate combustion air to the room where the heater is installed Fully open the combustion air control before opening the fuel feed door Replace glass with factory supplied 5mm ceramic
35. the determining factor for purchasing your new appliance have read the owner s manual that accompanies this unit and fully understand the Installation Q Operation Q and Maintenance U of my new appliance Print Name Signature Please attach a copy of your purchase receipt Warranty not valid without a Proof of Purchase Warranty information must be received within 30 days of original purchase Detach this page from this manual fold in half with this page to the inside and tape together Apply a stamp and mail to the address provided You may use an envelope if you choose You may register online by going to www usstove com All information submitted will be kept strictly confidential Information provided will not be sold for advertising purposes Contact information will be used solely for the purpose of product notifications CUT HERE 3 lt Ry Fold Here RT VS United States Stove Company P O Box 151 South Pittsburg TN 37380 CUT HERE 3 lt 20 Ussc
36. to determine overall R value 3 If the overall R value of the floor protector system is equal to or greater than the floor protector specifications given the alternate is acceptable Definitions BTU w Thermal conductance C PACF m K o Btu inch 7 W _ BTU Thermal conductivity k PACF m JCK hr ft2 F Thermal resistance R EE Example The specs of floor protector material should be 3 4 inch thick material with a k factor of 0 84 The proposed alternative material is 4 brick with a C factor of 1 25 over 1 8 inch mineral board with a k factor of 0 29 Step 1 Convert specs to R value R 1 k x T 1 0 84 x 0 75 0 893 System must have a R value of 0 893 Rspecs Step 2 Calculate R value of individual components 4 Brick with C factor 1 25 R 1 C 1 1 25 0 80 Rbrick 1 8 inch 0 125 mineral board with k factor 0 29 R 1 0 29 x 0 125 0 431 Rmin brd Step 3 Add R values of components to get total R value of system Rbrick Rmin brd 0 80 0 431 1 231 Rsystem Step 4 Compare Rsystem to Rspecs Rsystem 1 231 is larger than Rspecs of 0 893 System R value exceeds the required specifications and therefore is an acceptable alternative Ussc 15 16 Certification Label CAUTIO HOT WHILE IN OPERATION DO NOT TOUCH KEEP CHILDREN CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY CON TACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS SEE NAMEPLATE AND INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT OVERFIRE
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