New Buck Corporation 18 User's Manual
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1. B FIGURE 1 MODEL 18 A Unit to adjust to Side Wall 10 B Front Floor Protector 16 C Side Floor Protector 8 D Side Wood Trim 9 Top Wood Trim 14 F Mantel or Brackets 2 1 The hearth must be of masonry construction and must extend a minimum of 16 in front of the firebox opening and a minimum of 8 to either side of the firebox opening 2 If there is not minimum hearth protection from the front of the firebox opening and the front of the masonry hearth a floor protector must be used in front of the hearth to protect combustible materials The floor protector must be 3 8 minimum thickness non combustible material or equivalent With the floor protector or hearth extension material specified as one layer of 2 thick brick with a K factor of 5 0 you may use alternate materials as long as the K factor s is calculated as follows FORMULA Required thickness K of alternate material K of millboard x thickness of millboard EXAMPLE An alternate inorganic non combustible millboard with a K of 9375 would require a thickness as follows Required thickness 9375 5 0 x 2 in 3 8 inch K FACTORS OF ALTERNATE MATERIALS Material K Required Thickness Ceroform 126 21 1 8 Limestone 8 0 3 2 Concrete 8 0 3 2 Sandstone 13 0 5 2 Marble 18 0 7 2 A hearth extension or floor protect2. amp INCREASER FIGURE A PACK TIGHT WITH CERAMIC WOOL DO NOT USE GLASS WOOL ML 6 FLEX PIPE OR ADJUSTABLE ELBOW FIGURE B 2 To complete this installation follow the basic masonry fireplace trim kit instructions EXCEPT The trim kit may have to be cut down in size so as not to block any cooling vents chambers of the Zero Clearance Fireplace 3 To complete methods 1 and 2 position the heater into the ZC Fireplace and center the flue exit under the connection 4 Slide the connector or slip connector down into the flue exit of the heater approx imately 3 8 Now seal the connector to the heater and fireplace throat if method 1 is used using refractory cement CAUTION Do not loosen the ceramic brick CAUTION Crimped end of connector must be placed into the heater throat 5 Check installation minimum clearances and install an approved heater extension or floor protector to meet at least the minimum clearances SECTION IV 9 RESIDENTIAL FREESTANDING INSTALLATION MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL PREPARING THE STOVE FOR INSTALLATION 1 2 Remove the protective plastic wrapping from the unit Inspect the unit for any obvious physical damage NOTE Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet Route the cord to prevent damage to the cor
3. MODEL A B C D E F G MODEL 18 10 14 15 9 16 8 8 Floor Protector at rear needed for through the wall exit only Chimney Ceiling Exits These models are designed for connection to 1 Simpson Duravent Dura Black 2 Metal Fab 3 Ameritec BSR NOTE This room heater must be converted to 1 a chimney complying with the requirements for Type HT chimneys in the Standard for chimneys Factory Built Residential Type and Building Heating Appliance UL 103 or 2 a code approved masonry chimney with a flue liner The chimney size should not be less than nor more than 3 times greater than the cross sectional area of the flue collar CAUTION SPECIAL METHODS ARE REQUIRED WHEN PASSING THROUGH A WALL OR CEILING SEE INSTRUCTIONS AND BUILDING CODES DETERMINING THE CHIMNEY LOCATION A CEILING EXIT Using 6 Single Wall Pipe and UL 103 HT type chimney system listed with manufacturer in this section of manual 1 Suspend a plumb bob from the ceiling above the unit so that the weight is hanging in the center of the flue exit A small weight on a string will serve as a plumb bob Mark the ceiling where the string is suspended to locate the center of the chimney 2 After locating the center of the hole install the ceiling support box chimney flashing and rain cap per the chimney manufacturer s instructions 3 Now connect the stove and ceiling support box using 24 ga minimum blued or black steel connector pipe DO
4. 4 This model is not designed for the use of grates andirons or other methods of supporting the fuel 5 Lay several pieces of dry kindling on top of the newspaper 6 Place three or four small pieces of firewood 2 3 in diameter on top of the kindling 7 Light the newspaper in the front close and latch the door Don t leave the fire unattended at this point The draft system of the heater should start quickly It may be necessary to preheat the chimney to get the draft started To do this open the door and add newspaper to the top rear of the wood Light or let this paper ignite and allow to burn while holding the door slightly cracked Once the draft has started close and lock the door You are over heating the unit if the chimney and or connector glows red 8 After embers and a coal bed have been established load the heater with wood NOTE THE FUELING AND ASH REMOVAL DOORS MUST REMAIN CLOSED DURING OPERATION 9 Your unit does not have a damper You must use the primary air lever for your control of the fire To open pull the lever out and to close push the lever in 34 7j SECTION VIII 1 ROOM AIR BLOWER OPERATION Your heater is equipped with a room air blower For operation and wiring see below ALI TOR HITE EE NOTE Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and sharp objects Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent da
5. 126 millboard 1 8 minimum and putting any type decorative brick or stone any thickness on top of it The factor represents the thermal conductivity of a material and is the time rate of heat flow through a homogeneous material under steady state conditions through unit area per unit temperature gradient in the direction perpendicular to a surface CHIMNEY These models are designed for connection to Simpson Dura vent Metal Fab and Ameritec HT 103 2100 F pipe 25 CLEARANCES FOR MODEL 18 RESIDENTIAL FREESTANDING INSTALLATION AND MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES USING SINGLE WALL PIPE AND LOW CLEARANCE SHIELDS Figure 11 A B D E F G MODEL 18 8 10 12 7 16 8 8 NOTE All clearances to combustibles using single wall pipe all optional low clearance shields and minimum floor protector Floor protector at rear needed for through the wall exit only 26 _ i CLEARANCE SHIELDS Optional Take rear close clearance shield and align it with the pre punched holes in the rear skin of stove Insert self tapping screws through the shields into the stove Next take side shield end with the holes goes toward the rear of the stove and insert the screws through the holes in the side shield into the rear shield Before tightening the screws insert the front end of the shield behind the side angle on the f
6. Secondary air is admitted into the firebox through the secondary air tubes at the top of the firebox This secon dary air burns the impurities in the smoke released from the initial wood burning The temperature necessary for this combustion is maintained through the firebrick refractory If any more technical information is necessary contact your local dealer This heater is equipped with a standard room air blower For operation and uses of these electrical assemblies see instructions provided in this manual on page 35 LL SECTION MASONRY INSERT INSTALLATION The Model 18 may be installed using an all masonry fireplace built in accordance with the Uniform Building Code and National Fire Protection Association NFPA The first step in this type of installation is to determine the acceptability of the fireplace and chimney for use with a woodstove Both the construction and condition of the fireplace are important consid erations when installing a woodstove NOTE It is not necessary to direct connect this unit unless installed in improper drawing fireplace or oversized flue The chimney should extend at least 3 above the roof and at least 2 above any point of the roof within 10 CAUTION REMEMBER TO HAVE YOUR CHIMNEY INSPECTED FOR LEAKS AND BLOCKAGE BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR STOVE MINIMUM CLEARANCES
7. 2 7 Ly 2 2 2 2 2 7 I 2 2 FIGURE 10 B C D E F MODEL 18 8 10 12 7 16 8 Floor Protector at rear needed for through the wall exit only 23 KL DOUBLE WALL PIPE G 8 H 14 34 FINAL CHECK 1 Recheck the specified clearances 2 Remove all foreign material from the firebox area 3 Open the primary air draft NOTE Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and sharp objects Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping etc 4 Place crumpled pieces of newspaper in the stove Light it and close the doors Ensure that the stove draws properly through the primary draft 5 Check for smoke leaks around the doors CAUTION Open the doors and check for smoke escaping from the front of the stove Smoking usually indicates a defective or poorly positioned chimney Some chimneys with a marginal draft be preheated by lighting newspaper and holding it near the open damper with a poker or fire tong Once the chimney heats up a proper draft can usually be obtained If a thorough review of the Troubleshooting Guide in the rear of the manual does not reveal the problem contact your dealer for assistance CAUTION The unit is painted with a specially formulated high temperat
8. and reset by loosening the mounting screws and repositioning in the slot NOTE If side and top panels gap due to unevenness of fireplace normally on rock faced fireplaces you will need to drill a 5 32 hole through both side and top panels near where the panels intersect and install a 10 self threading screw to eliminate the gap Paint screws to match Figure 4 ERN INSULATION HIGH TEMP Va SILICONE 2 FINAL CHECK 1 Recheck the specified clearances 2 Remove all foreign material from the firebox area 3 Open the primary air draft NOTE Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and sharp objects Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping etc 4 Place crumpled pieces of newspaper in the stove Light it and close the doors Ensure that the stove draws properly through the primary draft NOTE Do not use grate or elevate fire Build wood fire directly on hearth 5 Check for smoke leaks around the doors 6 Open the doors and check for smoke escaping from the front of the stove Smoking usually indicates a defective or poorly positioned chimney Some chimneys with a marginal draft can be preheated by lighting newspaper and holding it near the open damper with a poker or fire tong Once the chimney heats up a proper draft can usually be obtained If a thorough review of the Troubleshooting Guide in t
9. as stated in table 6 7 5 of the 2000 NFPA 211 Code Any unexposed metal that is used as part of a wall pass through system and is exposed to flue gases shall be constructed of stainless steel or other 20 equivalent material that will resist corrosion softening or cracking from flue gases at temperatures up to 1800 F NOTE In addition a connector toa masonry chimney shall extend through the wall to the inner face or liner but not beyond and shall be firmly cemented to masonry Exception A thimble may be used to facilitate removal of the chimney connector for cleaning in which case the thimble shall be permanently cemented in place with high temperature cement 2 Once the through the wall thimble codes are met simply connect the chimney collar to the wall pass through connector using 24 ga minimum blued or black steel conn ector pipe as follows a Maintain 1 4 rise per foot horizontal length from the appliance to the chimney b Connect each section so the crimped end faces downward or back toward the unit c Secure each section to each other using at least three 3 sheet metal screws or rivets d Use three 3 sheet metal screws to fasten pipe to connector collar on heater D CEILING EXIT CLOSE CLEARANCE 1 Suspend a plumb bob from the ceiling above the unit so that the weight is hanging in the center of the flue exit A small weight on a string will serve as a plumb bob Mark the ceiling where the string is
10. ash dump or outside air provision these must be sealed off with metal or tightly packed non combustible insulation to prevent this cold air from entering the fireplace chamber CAUTION CHECK THE CHIMNEY AND SMOKE CHAMBER FOR EXCESSIVE BUILDUP O CREOSOTE OR SOOT ALSO CHECK FOR OBSTRUCTIONS SUCH AS BIRD S NESTS IF THE CHIMNEY IS EXCESSIVELY DIRTY CLEAN IT OR HAVE SOMEONE CLEAN IT PROFESSIONALLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE ROOM HEATER INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Without Direct or Positive Connect Kit VERTICAL PLANE LINTEL EDGE FIGURE 2 SIDE TRIM PANEL FIGURE 3 POSITIONING THE HEATER When positioning the heater the following conditions MUST be met See Figure 2 1 The front of the damper opening must be positioned BEHIND the rear edge of the lintel to ensure proper draft See Figure 2 2 The vertical plane of the fireplace front must fall BEHIND the side cold air vent on top of the unit In other words it is possible to have the heater too far in as well as not far enough 3 Center the heater in the fireplace opening MOUNTING THE TRIM PANELS After the unit is positioned as shown in Figure 2 mark the mounting position of the trim panels as follows 1 Set the top long trim panel in place on top of the unit The panel should be flat against the outside face of the fireplace and standing vertically Mark along the lower edge of the trim pa
11. be made 1 FAULTY CHIMNEY An older masonry chimney should be thoroughly checked to be sure there are no holes or weak spots which could allow sparks or hot gases to escape 2 HEAT CONDUCTION Placing combustible materials too close to a heater or chimney can be a fire hazard By keeping these particular hazards in mind as you install and use your room heater you can ensure a safe reliable installation 32 The chimney and chimney connector should be inspected once every two months Any build up of soot should be removed to prevent the risk of a chimney fire To remove chimney or chimney connector Remove screws or fasteners Remove pipe and clean with steel brush Replace chimney or chimney connector and replace screws and or fasteners CAUTION NEVER USE GASOLINE GASOLINE TYPE LANTERN FUEL KEROSENE CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO START OR FRESHEN UP A FIRE IN THE HEATER KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS WELL AWAY FROM THE STOVE WHEN IT IS IN USE ALL FLUIDS OF THIS TYPE GIVE OFF VOLATILE FUMES AND CAN AND WILL EXPLODE DON T TAKE A CHANCE WITH THE SAFETY OF YOUR HOME AND FAMILY DISPOSAL OF ASHES 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 retain
12. other materials away from the front of the fireplace to allow free access to the fireplace 2 Cover the hearth and adjacent floor areas with drop cloths to protect from soiling or marring the surface 3 Remove the existing fireplace damper plate damper rod assembly Thoroughly clean the fireplace of ashes and soot 5 Check the chimney and smoke chamber for excessive buildup of creosote or soot Also check for obstructions such as bird s nests If the chimney is excessively dirty clean it or have someone clean it professionally BEFORE installing or using the room heater 6 The Ash Lip Smoke Baffle and Smoke Shelf may also be removed if necessary to provide room for the Model 18 Any other alteration to the unit will void ALL NBC manufacturer s responsibility and liability The WARNING label below must be attached to the back of the fireplace B WARNING This fireplace must be restored to its original condition for safe use if the fireplace insert 1s removed NOTE Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and sharp objects Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping etc NOTE DO NOT BLOCK ANY EXISTING LOUVERS OR VENT ON THE EXISTING PREFAB WITH ANY TRIM PANELS FOR THE MODEL 18 NOTE Ifthe Pre Fab Zero Clearance Fireplace is not equipped With HT 2100 degree UL Listed pipe UL 1777 Liner must be Installed the the
13. suspended to locate the center of the chimney hole 2 After locating the center of the hole install the ceiling support box chimney flashing and rain cap 3 Next install an optional New Buck Corporation chimney connector to the flue exit of the heater or you may use brackets to fasten the pipe to the stove See Figure 9 4 Install Single Wall Connector and chimney system per manufacturer s written operating instructions See manufacturer s list of tested pipes in this manual 21 CEILING SUPPORT BOX SINGLE WALL PIPE OPTIONAL CHIMNEY CONNECTOR Figure 9 Close Clearance Installation using 1 6 Simpson Dura Vent single wall chimney connector Dura Black and 6 Simpson Dura Vent 2100 Deg HT Type DP chimney or 2 6 Metal Fab Type single wall connector and 6 Metal Fab 2100 HT chimney or 3 Ameritec For Minimum Clearances see page 17 ALCOVE INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Must use 6 single wall connector and 6 Type HT pipe listed for Close Clearance reduction listed in this manual For Minimum Clearances see page 23 NOTE Must also use Close Clearance shield kit 22 ALCOVE INSTALLATION CLEARANCES NOTE Clearances to be used with double wall pipe and low clearance shield 2 2 72 2 1 s tf Z C B 2 2 2 1 2 2 A A Log Zs A 5 7 f 2 2 A 4
14. Full Length of the chimney and attached to the Flue Exit of the Insert NOTE If the Pre Fab Zero Clearance Fireplace is equipped with HT 2100 degree UL Listed pipe one of the two following methods must be met HEATER INSTALLATION l There are two listed and tested methods of installation of the Model 18 heater into a zero clearance or pre fab fireplace 6 Increaser 1 The preferred method is to use an increaser made of 24 gauge minimum stainless steel to go from 6 inside diameter to exact diameter of the fireplace throat chimney See Figure A 2 Position the increaser into the throat chimney of the Zero Clearance Cabinet at a height slightly higher than the Model 18 will be after installation NOTE The increaser may be a two part slip connector type if desired Ceramic Blanket 1 The second method is to use a 6 stainless steel connector rigid or flex and a ceramic blanket available from your dealer See Figure B 2 Cut the connector at least 18 long and tightly wrap the upper portion of the connector with the ceramic blanket to almost the size of the fireplace throat chimney 3 Insert the connector into the fireplace throat chimney and use additional ceramic insulation and tightly pack around the connector and the throat chimney at a height slightly higher than the Model 18 will be after installation NOTE The increaser may bea two part size connector type if desired MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES
15. NON CATALYTIC UNITS MODEL 18 SAFETY NOTICE FEATURES PREPARATIONS INSTALLATION OPERATION MAINTENANCE SAFETY IF THIS HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT FOR YOUR SAFETY FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS CONCERNING RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTIONS IN YOUR AREA MANUFACTURED BY NEW BUCK CORPORATION SPRUCE PINE NC 28777 THIS PRODUCT IS LISTED BY WARNOCK HERSEY INTERNATIONAL INC TO THE UL STANDARD NO 1482 REVISED AUGUST 2001 Ea TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Instr ctions Ce reet ase eei en Pet etym ae ot aed utto aceon cm emer A 3 SECTION T IntrodUctiOti se to oie vetare nee tse en ede iun NU Sado Sas dps bo RA LAE 4 SECTION II Masonry Insert Iastallation oce Eee een Puto dei e Tti ids 5 Installation 1 1 lesa 7 Mounting the Trim Panels saco e iet ate t ede Ra ea EISE 8 SECTION III Pre Fab Insert tnne tnnt 11 SECTION IV Residential Freestanding Installation essere 15 Freestanding Installation Clearances equ uo icon 17 Alcove Installation IearancoSsaco stones que uates e MR uM sa Mo een a
16. NOT USE GALVANIZED PIPE Connect each section so the crimped end faces downward and secure each section to each other using at least three 3 sheet metal screws or rivets Also use three 3 sheet metal screws to fasten pipe to collar on heater See Figure 8 or you may use 3 brackets fastened to the top of the heater and fastened to the stove pipe ae SINGLE WALL PIPE CEILING SUPPORT BOX Figure 6 Figure 7 B WALL EXIT INTO METAL TEE BOX 1 Mark the plumb line on the wall directly behind the center of the heater See Figure 7 NOTE When using 24 ga minimum blue or black steel pipe maintain 18 between pipe and ceiling 2 Place the vertical portion of the heater pipe and the elbow in position and project a point onto the plumb line level with the center of the elbow 3 Measure up so there will be at least 1 4 rise per foot of horizontal connector pipe maintaining clearances to the ceiling as noted in Figure 7 This will give you the center of the hole for the chimney penetration 4 After locating the center of the penetration install the
17. al K of millboard x thickness of millboard EXAMPLE An alternate inorganic non combustible millboard with a K of 9375 would require a thickness as follows Required thickness 9375 5 0 x 2 in 3 8 inch K FACTORS OF ALTERNATE MATERIALS Material K Required Thickness Ceroform 126 21 1 8 Limestone 8 0 3 2 Concrete 8 0 32 Sandstone 13 0 5 2 Marble 18 0 Tae A hearth extension or floor protector thickness above 4 is generally not acceptable due to cost floor load capacity and look The alternate we recommend is using Ceroform No 126 millboard 1 8 minimum and putting any type decorative brick or stone any thickness on top of it The factor represents the thermal conductivity of a material and is the time rate of heat flow through a homogeneous material under steady state conditions through unit area per unit temperature gradient in the direction perpendicular to a surface CLEARANCES FOR MODEL 18 RESIDENTIAL FREESTANDING INSTALLATION MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES NOTE All clearances are to combustibles without low clearance shields and using single wall pipe and minimum floor protector Clearances above may be reduced Follow NFPA 211 codes if available or follow instructions on next page BACK WALL VY CLM OL dd 4A amp 4 we aa i BC sS 27 NX Y S an z S E A X d 1 x 5 A lt gt A Y DEGREES f FRONT Vv D A 41D0 3 A
18. d insulation from heat and sharp objects Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping etc 3 4 Check the primary air draft control to ensure that it slides freely Remove any items from within the firebox Spread the dropcloth on the floor behind the heater Next tilt the heater so that the back is on the drop cloth If leg kit is to be used follow steps 1 4 Then obtain legs bolts washer amp nuts Attach the legs to holes in bottom of unit Reposition the heater to the upright position If pedestal kit is being used follow steps 1 4 Open the corresponding freestanding kit and obtain the stand Place the stand against the bottom of the heater angle side to heater at the marked line Center the stand left and right and mark screw locations on bottom through outer holes of stand mounting angles Set stand aside and drill four 7 32 holes in heater bottom See Figure 5 Figure 5 Obtain four 1 4 self tapping screws and secure the stand to the heater Reposition the heater to the upright position ALTERNATE FLOOR PROTECTORS MATERIAL Floor protector must be 3 8 minimum thickness non combustible material or equivalent With the floor protector or hearth extension material specified as one layer of 2 thick brick with a K factor of 5 0 you may use alternate materials as long as the K factor s is calculated as follows FORMULA Required thickness K of alternate materi
19. e instructions If appliance is installed in mobile homes DO NOT INSTALL IN SLEEPING ROOMS Examine the masonry fireplace and chimney prior to installation of the fireplace accessory to determine that the construction meets the minimum fireplace construction requirements illustrated in the instructions that it is free from cracks loose mortar creosote deposits and other blockage or other signs of deterioration CAUTION DO NOT USE MORE THAN ONE STOVE TO A CHIMNEY DO NOT USE A FLUE INTENDED FOR A GAS APPLIANCE DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM A factory built prefabricated chimney may be used for your units when installed in compliance with the manufacturer s specification and uniform building code CAUTION YOUR CHIMNEY MUST BE CORRECTLY SIZED A CHIMNEY THAT IS TOO SMALL OR LARGE IN DIAMETER OR TOO SHORT CAN CAUSE YOUR STOVE TO SPILL SMOKE WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED DL 1 SECTIONI Ss INTRODUCTION Your Buck Stove is non catalytic unit designed to meet the most stringent emissions standards without the use of a catalytic combustor This effect is achieved through the use of a secondary air which is mixed with primary air in the unit s firebox For peak performance we suggest the use of hard seasoned wood DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS The primary air which is controlled by the user burns the wood
20. ed and lie flat against the front of the fireplace If panels are out of position slide the unit out and reset by loosening the mounting screws and repositioning in the slot With bar lift stove in front Place insulation across front and the surface of hearth or bottom of fireplace to make complete seal To check seal of panels use candle flame and go around the entire area sealed by silicone and insulation If flame leans toward inside of fireplace add additional insulation This ensures an airtight seal WHEN USING DIRECT OR POSITIVE CONNECT KIT FOLLOW STEPS 1 4c 5 Place top panel back on reference mark Take top trim panel mounting bracket supplied with unit and position bracket so it overlaps rear lip of top trim panel Drill mounting holes in top of stove using holes in bracket as guide Tighten down screws Now follow the installation procedures in the listed direct connect or positive connect kit you are using and install the heater and connect kit in the fireplace Using the brass trim provided with kit place side brass trim with straight edge down over each outer edge of side trim panel Next place top brass trim over top trim panel All 45 corners should match If not trim to fit with a metal cutting blade Slide the unit back into the fireplace Check to be sure that the trim panels are properly positioned and lie flat against the front of the fireplace If one or more of the panels is out of position slide the unit out
21. ed in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled CREOSOTE FORMATION AND NEED FOR 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 As a result creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire Ss SECTION VII ma OPERATION This section of the manual is to help you get the maximum efficiency and maximum smoke particulate reduction from your heater If you should experience any difficulty or have questions concerning your heater contact your dealer for assistance The manufacturer recommends for maximum performance burn seasoned hard wood Build a fire for maximum efficiency This model burns wood and extracts heat so efficiently a large fire is not necessary A large fire not only wastes energy it usually results in the home being too warm for comfort The following steps will serve as a guide for operating your stove 33 BUILDINGA FIRE 1 Open the door 2 Open the primary air control located on right side of stove under hearth To close push all the way in To open pull all the way out Use air setting located on primary air handle for low low medium medium high and high 3 Twist two pieces of non colored newspaper into a roll and place them on the floor of the firebox
22. ere the string is suspended to locate the center of the chimney hole 2 After locating the center of the hole install the ceiling support box chimney flashing and rain cap using listed chimney only Only use pipe listed in this manual CAUTION REFER TO CHIMNEY MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY OF CHIMNEY PARTS BE SURE TO FOLLOW CHIMNEY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE AND PROPER AIR SPACING REQUIRED 3 Add additional pipe until both of the following are met a Chimney pipe 15 3 feet higher than roof at the point where it penetrates the roof and 30 b Chimney pipe height is at least 2 feet higher than any part of the roof within 10 feet of the chimney See Figure 12 4 Next install a New Buck Corporation chimney connector to the flue of the heater or use 3 ELL brackets and secure to the top of the heater and pipe 5 Using single wall chimney connector connect the heater to the chimney by following manufacturer s installation instructions exactly See Figure 13 CEILING SUPPORT BOX e INC Figure 13 D 1 FINAL CHECK O CHIMNEY CONNECTOR 1 Recheck the specified clearances 2 Remove all foreign material from the firebox area 3 Open the primary air draft NOTE Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and shar
23. f tapping screws and secure the stand to the heater Reposition the heater to the upright position PREPARING THE ROOM HEATER LOCATION Select an installation location that will give the best airflow from the front of the heater to the remainder of the home Place the protective floor pad in position Place the unit on the pad making sure the minimum clearance specifications are met Lightly mark with a pencil the location of the pedestal on the protective pad Next remove the four 4 screws holding the heater to the stand Position heater out of the way of the installation area 28 6 Check that the pedestal stand is still aligned with the marks Mark the outside air opening of the stand on the pad 7 Next mark the center line of the outside air opening Set stand aside 8 Next cut a4 1 4 diameter hole in the pad and continue through the floor CAUTION THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME FLOOR MUST BE MAINTAINED MOVE OPENING AND OR REPOSITION HEATER LOCATION IF NECESSARY 9 Now reposition the pedestal stand and set on the pad being sure to line the stand up with the reference marks 10 Using an electric drill and 3 8 masonry bit drill four 4 holes in the protective pad using the holes in the bottom side lips of the pedestal stand as a guide Be careful to drill only through the pad and not into the floor Change the bit to a 1 4 metal bit and drill through the floor 11 Using the four 4 3 8
24. he rear of the manual does not reveal the problem contact your dealer for assistance NOTE The unit is painted with a specially formulated high temperature paint that cures during the first two or three firings You may notice a slight smoking effect and an odor of burning paint when you build the first fires This is normal and is not a cause for alarm In some cases these fumes will activate a smoke alarm Opening a window near the unit will allow these fumes to escape Do not build a large roaring fire until this curing is complete or the heater finish may be damaged The connector and or chimney should be inspected at least once a month during the heating season to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred CAUTION NEVER USE GASOLINE GASOLINE TYPE LANTERN FUEL KEROSENE CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO START OR FRESHE UP A FIRE IN THE HEATER KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS WELL AWAY FROM THE STOVE WHEN IT IS IN USE ALL FLUIDS OF THIS TYPE GIVE OF VOLATILE FUMES AND CAN AND WILL EXPLODE DON T TAKE A CHANC WITH THE SAFETY OF YOUR HOME AND FAMILY p SECTION III Ld PRE FAB ZERO CLEARANCE INSERT INSTALLATION The Model 18 may be installed into any UL listed prefabricated fireplace that is large enough to accept it MINIMUM CLEARANCES Except for NOTE S FOLLOW MASONRY INSTALLATION CLEARANCES FOUND IN YOUR OPERATIONS MANUAL INSTALLATION PREPARATION Pre Fab Zero Clearance Fireplace 1 Locate furniture and
25. mage caused by tripping etc 35 Sluggish heater SECTION IX TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE Obstruction in chimney Improperly sealed trim kit or direct connect kit Wet or unseasoned wood being burned Poor chimney draft 36 SOLUTION Check for and remove obstruction a Check trim kit gasketing seal to fireplace and gasket as necessary to seal unit Check gasket under front bottom of stove if needed b Check seal if direct connect and correct Burn dry seasoned wood Improper chimney height or wrong size flue is being used Cooler temperatures caused by external chimney High fuel consumption Backpuffing Smoke rollout when heater door is opened POSSIBLE CAUSE Improper regulation of draft or inlet air Improper door fitting Gusts of Wind Wind gusts blowing down the chimney Opening heater door too fast 37 SOLUTION a Close inlet air control as much as possible to maintain desired heat output b Check gaskets reinstall fiberglass gasketing around doors and glass as necessary Check door gasket check adjustment of door latch check door hinges a Smoke shelf in chimney is filled with creosote amp ash b Chimney may need wind diverter Raise chimney for better draft a Smoke shelf in chimney is filled with creosote amp ash b Chimney may need wind diverter Raise chimney for better draft Open air control c
26. nel with a pencil to make a reference line for mounting 2 Set the side trim panels in place behind and against the intake covers again flat against the face of the fireplace Mark down the edge of the trim panel to make a vertical reference line 3 Slide the unit out of the fireplace far enough to work behind the trim panel reference lines 4 Mount the side trim panels See Figure 3 a Position the trim panel on the reference line b Drill mounting holes in center of trim panels mounting brackets to allow for adjustment in and out if necessary c Mount the trim panel using the self tapping screws provided 5 Place top panel back on reference mark Mount top trim panel by drilling mounting holes in center of trim panel mounting brackets with top end side of top panel overlapping side panel 6 Using insulation provided peel and stick to back of panels overlapping fireplace dimensions by 1 on each side and top See Figure 3 10 Next using high heat silicone or furnace cement run heavy bead of caulking around where panels meet the stove See Figure 4 Using the brass trim provided with kit place side brass trim with straight edge down over each outer edge of side trim panel Next place top brass trim over top trim panel All 45 corners should match If not trim to fit with a metal cutting blade Slide the unit back into the fireplace Check to be sure that the trim panels and brass are properly position
27. ontrol Bar MF 810084 Door Handle Assembly PA 910096 Door Roping 3 4 RP FR2LD 750G Glass Gasket RP FTV125X1 00GA Inside Motor Plate Blanket PO 180102 Outdoor Motor Plate Blanket PO 180100 Door Gold PC 212400G Door Black PC 212400 Thermostat 110 disc PE 400132 Power Cord PE 400240 Strain Relief PE 400320 Motor Non cat PE SBRO84 Firebrick PR 900050 Glass PG 2124GL Glass Bay side PG 810100 Glass clip PO 210767 1 4 plain washer pltd PH 14FLWSP Cotter Pin PH 182CPSS Door Hinges PH 516HINGE 5 16 LK washer gr5 PH 516LKWS5 Spring Handle PO 100150 U Drive Screw 5 16 x 1 2 PO 516U Top Firebox Blanket PO 180110 Mid amp Rear Secondary Air Tube PO 180106 Front Secondary Air Tube PO 180104 Hearth Brass PO 810705 Primary Air Block MF 180084 Side Brass Overlay PO 810104 Top Baffle Plate PS 180032 For replacement parts use only manufacturer s specified parts NEW BUCK CORPORATION NBC LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE BUCK STOVE PLEASE READ THIS WARRANTY CAREFULLY PRODUCTS COVERED This warranty covers the new Buck Stove heating unit so long as it is owned by the original purchaser including optional and standard accessories purchased at the same time subject to terms limitations and conditions herein set out PRODUCTS NOT COVERED This warranty does not cover the following Glass Refractory material such as refractory cement or firebrick Gaskets This Warranty will also not cover any damage and or failu
28. or thickness above four 4 inches is generally not acceptable due to cost floor load capacity and look The alternate we recommend is using Ceroform No 126 millboard 1 8 minimum and putting any type decorative brick or stone any thickness on top of it The K factor represents the thermal conductivity of a material and is the time rate of heat flow through a homogeneous material under steady state conditions through unit area per unit temperature gradient in the direction perpendicular to a surface POSSIBLE TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION If you decide to install your own stove there are several hand tools you may need to do the job If you do not already have them they are readily available at most hardware stores Caulking gun Large adjustable wrench may not be needed Drop Cloths Vacuum cleaner or whisk broom Flashlight 1 tube of RTV silicone Code 103 or 106 or high temperature rubber cement rated between 450 F 600 F 7 32 drill bit and drill Socket Ratchet Set Insulation provided in trim kit package WE INSTALLATION PREPARATION EEEEEEEEN FIREPLACE 1 Locate furniture and other materials away from the front of the fireplace to allow free access to the fireplace 2 Cover the hearth and adjacent floor areas with the drop cloth to protect from soiling or marring the surface 3 Remove the existing fireplace damper plate 4 Thoroughly clean the fireplace of ashes and soot 5 Ifthe fireplace has an
29. p objects Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping etc 4 Place crumpled pieces of newspaper in the stove Light it and close the doors Ensure that the stove draws properly through the primary draft 5 Check for smoke leaks around the doors 6 Open the doors and check for smoke escaping from the front of the stove Smoking usually indicates a defective or poorly positioned chimney Some chimneys with a marginal draft can be preheated by lighting newspaper and holding it near the open damper with a poker or fire tong Once the chimney heats up a proper draft can usually be obtained If a thorough review of the Troubleshooting Guide in the rear of the manual does not reveal the problem contact your dealer for assistance CAUTION THE UNIT IS PAINTED WITH SPECIALLY FORMULATED HIGH TEMPERATURE PAINT THAT CURES DURING THE FIRST TWO OR THREE FIRINGS YOU MAY NOTICE A SLIGHT SMOKING EFFECT AND AN ODOR OF BURNING PAINT WHEN YOU BUILD THE FIRST FIRES THIS IS NORMAL AND IS NOT A CAUSE FOR ALARM IN SOME CASES THESE FUMES WILL ACTIVATE A SMOKE ALARM OPENING A WINDOW NEAR THE UNIT WILL ALLOW THESE FUMES TO ESCAPE DO NOT BUILD A LARGE ROARING FIRE UNTIL THIS CURING PROCESS IS COMPLETE OR THE HEATER FINISH MAY BE DAMAGED E SECTION VI O WOOD HEATER SAFETY Certain safety hazards are inherent in any wood heater installation You should be aware of these so that a safe and proper installation can
30. poration P O Box 69 Spruce Pine NC 28777 CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS A Replacement of parts may be in the form of new or fully reconditioned parts at NBC s option B There is no other express warranty All implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for use are limited to the duration of the Express Warranty C New Buck Corporation is not liable for indirect incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of the product including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during periods of malfunction or non use Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you warranty repairs under this warranty must be performed by an authorized Buck Stove service representative Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an authorized service representative are not covered under this warranty In addition these unauthorized repairs may result in additional malfunctions the correction of which is not covered by warranty OTHER RIGHTS This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 41
31. rack door for 15 seconds before fully opening door EPA COMPLIANCE STATUS The Model 18 heater meets the U S Environmental Protection Agency s Emission limits for wood heaters sold after July 1 1992 Under specific conditions this heater has been shown to deliver heat at rates ranging from approximately 10 000 to 45 000 BTU Hr for the Model 18 MODEL 18 WOOD STOVE 12 24 n A 25 53 E ees 10 6 4 22 2 1 Secondary air tubes 16 Brass overlay mounting 26 Disc thermostat 2 Blower Air Chamber screws 27 Door handle amp brass spring handle 3 Primary air control 17 Door glass amp logo 28 Air wash screen 4 Warm air outlets 18 Glass clips 29 Glass gasket 5 Baffles interior of stove 19 Hearth Brass 30 Door latch 6 Air inlet 20 Door Gasket 31 Door latch screw 7 Door 21 Side glass 32 Blanket 8 Hearth extension 22 Leveling screws 33 Hinge pins 9 Power cord 23 Firebrick 34 6 Flue exit 10 Legs 24 Motor 11 Stainless steel plate 25 Shot gun air box 12 Secondary Air Channel 13 Brass cap 14 Hinge Block 15 Brass overlays 38 3 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 I 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 2T 27 28 REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR THE MODEL 18 Description Part No Air C
32. re caused by abuse or improper installation of the products covered WARRANTY TIME PERIODS A Period I For one year from the date of purchase NBC will replace or repair at its option any part defective in materials or workmanship The costs of parts only are included The customer pays any labor or transportation charges required Thereafter B Period II For the period after the first year from the date of purchase and extending for 5 years as long as the Buck Stove is owned by the original purchaser NBC will repair or replace at its option any part defective in materials or workmanship with the exception of electrical motors wiring switches and components optional and standard accessories and all parts not permanently attached to the heating unit Parts not permanently attached to the heating unit are defined as those items designed to be removed from the stove including those removable with common hand tools The costs of parts only are included The customer pays any labor or transportation charges required PROCEDURE Should you feel that your BUCK STOVE is defective you should contact any Buck Stove dealer for the name of your nearest authorized Buck Stove service representative who will instruct you on the proper procedure depending on which Warranty Time Period Period I or Period II applies 40 If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the suggested procedures you may contact us in writing at New Buck Cor
33. ront side of the stove Use the same step to install the other side shield on the opposite side of the stove Next loosen two top screws holding side shield at rear top Insert pipe shield where back shield and top rear side shield meets Tighten screws 27 TOOLS FOR INSTALLATION Drop cloth 3 32 Metal drill bit 5 16 magnetic socket chuck adapter 5 16 wrench box or socket or adjustable wrench Jigsaw with masonry metal and wood blades WARNING DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM 1 2 PREPARING THE HEATER FOR INSTALLATION Remove the protective plastic wrapping from the unit Inspect the unit for any obvious physical damage NOTE Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and sharp objects Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping etc 3 4 Check the primary air draft control to ensure it operates freely Remove any items from within the firebox Spread the drop cloth on the floor behind the heater Next tilt the heater so that the back is on the drop cloth Open the proper outside air freestanding kit and obtain the stand Place the stand against the bottom of heater angle side to heater Center the stand left and right front to back and mark screw locations bottom through outer holes of stand mounting angles Set stand aside and drill four 3 32 holes in heater bottom Obtain four 4 3 16 sel
34. t 23 SECTION V Freestanding Mobile Home Installation eee 25 Installation of Close Clearance Shields eee ans ne creo eap tiae Dea pdt Dea rU ei 27 SECTION Wood Heater afety ue teme stes a eee 32 SECTION AUTE OCTAGON A aes etti Ne dte ve rA HT ttum tu ets 33 SECTION VIII Room air blower nennen 35 SEC TION TX Troubles ue uere iisdem etude ues Leda uv renes 36 bouche 39 dau ds tate iu ttl cet sisse area atus 40 INSTALLATION OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MODEL 18 READ THIS FIRST IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS WARNING THESE UNITS GENERATE A LOT OF HEAT SO TREAT THEM WITH CARE HOT WHILE IN OPERATION KEEP CHILDREN CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE APPLIANCE FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCES The New Buck Corp non catalytic system has been tested by Intertek Testing Services Warnock Hersey to ANSI UL Standards 1482 Install and operate your units according to instructions provided in this manual Local building codes may apply therefore contact your local building inspector or fire marshall for necessary installation requirements and permits which may go beyond thes
35. tee box and chimney as per the chimney manufacturer s specifications 5 Connect the chimney collar to the tee box using 24 ga minimum blued or black steel connector pipe DO NOT use galvanized pipe Connect each section so the crimped end faces downward and secure each section to each other using three 3 sheet metal screws or rivets C WALL EXIT INTO MASONRY USING SINGLE WALL PIPE 1 Before connecting these units toa masonry chimney determine that the masonry fireplace wall pass through connector thimble meets the NFPA 211 Code and local building codes and isa minimum of 18 from the ceiling Ifthe connector thimble does not meet these codes the pass through connector must be modified See Figure 8 ATTIC EILIN CENTER 18 MIN LINE DF ELPO m M ATTACH PIPE p dE INTING CLIPS TO BINE HEATER AND VALL CHIMNEY PASS THROUGH NECTOR PIPE CONNECTOR ALL A HIMNE Figure 8 Connectors may pass through walls or partitions constructed of combustible material if the connector is a Either listed for wall pass through or is routed through a device listed for wall pass through and is installed in accordance with the conditions of the listing b Selected or fabricated in accordance with the conditions and clearances
36. ure paint that cures during the first two or three firings You may notice a slight smoking effect and an odor of burning paint when you build the first fires This is normal and is not a cause for alarm In some cases these fumes will activate a smoke alarm Opening a window near the unit will allow these fumes to escape DO NOT build a large roaring fire until this curing is complete or the heater finish may be damaged 24 SECTION V FREESTANDING MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION NOTE See page 26 for clearances for Mobile Home FLOOR PROTECTION Floor protector must be 3 8 minimum thickness non combustible material or equivalent With the floor protector or hearth extension material specified as one layer of 2 thick brick with a K factor of 5 0 you may use alternate materials as long as the K factor s is calculated as follows FORMULA Required thickness K of alternate material K of millboard x thickness of millboard EXAMPLE An alternate inorganic non combustible millboard with a K of 9375 would require a thickness as follows Required thickness 9375 5 0 x 2 in 3 8 inch K FACTORS OF ALTERNATE MATERIALS Material K Required Thickness Ceroform 126 21 1 8 Limestone 8 0 3 2 Concrete 8 0 3 2 Sandstone 13 0 3 Marble 18 0 7 2 A hearth extension or floor protector thickness above 4 15 generally not acceptable due to cost floor load capacity and look The alternate we recommend is using Ceroform No
37. x 1 1 2 lag bolts provided secure the pedestal stand and pad to the floor of the mobile home CAUTION IF A THICK FLOOR PROTECTOR IS USED YOU MAY HAVE TO USE LONGER LAG BOLTS 12 Set the heater back onto the stand and resecure using the screws 13 Obtain the outside air duct from the box in the pedestal kit marked FA 0 41 14 From under the mobile home slip the duct up through the 4 1 4 hole Push up until the face of the outside air duct contacts the underside of the floor of the mobile home For certain floor thicknesses you may have to shorten the length of the outside air duct 15 Secure the outside air duct to the floor using the four 4 10x1 screws provided See Figure 12 29 RAIN CAP _ RAIN CAP 24 ir 2f ni 610 mm 36 TYP m 36 TYP FLASHING FLASHNG TT JE RADIATION SHIELD RADIATION SHIELI ce 20 FT NU j N OUTSIDE AIR DUCT THROUGH FLOOR WHEN 4 MOBLE HOME IS NOT UNDERPENNED OUTSIDE AIR DUCT THROUGH UNDERPENNED Figure 12 For ceiling exit using close clearance listed chimney 1 Suspend a plumb bob from the ceiling above the unit so that the weight is hanging in the center of the flue exit A small weight on a string will serve as a plumb bob Mark the ceiling wh
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