EarthStone BV400C-2 User's Manual
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1. ssssssssss 12 14 Recommended Fuel ssssseeee 15 Maintenance dehet get d iud 15 17 Troubleshooting eeeee 18 19 Specifications ssssssssssssssseeee 20 Replacement Parts List ssuuus 21 23 Optional Accessories sssssssssssss 24 Safety Listing Label 25 EPAL abel tite ties 26 Service Maintenance Log eeseess 27 TESTING LISTING Model BV400C 2 has been tested to UL Standards UL1482 for installation into residential applications The listing laboratory is OMNI Test Laboratories Inc Bea verton Oregon Report SS 094 7 EPA CERTIFICATION This fireplace insert has been tested to rigorous emis sions standard and has been certified by the Environ mental Protection Agency PACKAGING LIST This appliance is packaged with an accessory package which contains the following One Installation and operation instructions manual One Warranty One Catalytic combustor temperature probe and sleeve One Damper hook One Skid plate One 48 x 32 Surround Kit USING THIS MANUAL Please read and carefully follow all of the instructions found in this manual Please pay special attention to the safety instructions provided in this manual The Home owner s Care and Operation Instructions included here will assure you have many years of dependable and enjoyable service from your appliance CONGRATUL2. CAUTION When opening the door do not extend it beyond its normal travel Overextending the door to a further open position can put excessive stress on hinge area of door and hinge pins and may result in breakage TO OPEN ROTATE HANDLE 90 DEGREES CLOCKWISE DOOR HANDLE DOOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY The door handle assembly opens and securely latches the fuel door closed To open the door rotate the coil handle to the 9 00 position until door releases To close and latch hold the coil handle in the 9 00 position close the door then rotate the handle to the 6 00 position See illustration above GLASS The Glass is a super heat resistant ceramic that with stands continuous temperatures up to 1390 F This tem perature is well beyond the temperatures in which you operate your fireplace insert This unit is designed to provide a flow of air over the in side of the glass where along with high heat helps keep it clean When operating the fireplace insert on low for extended periods of time the glass may get dirty A short hot fire 15 20 minutes will help clean off much of the normal buildup see Troubleshooting A commer cial glass cleaner designed for fireplace inserts is rec ommended for cleaning The glass should be cleaned thoroughly with glass cleaner and a soft cloth BEFORE the fireplace insert is burned DOOR GASKET The door gasket must be kept in good condition Do not leave the sto
3. EPA LABEL Manufactured by Lennox Hearth Products Model Bayview 400C 2 CATALYST EQUIPPED MEETS EPA PARTICULATE MATTER SMOKE CONTROL REQUIREMENTS FOR CATALYTIC WOOD HEATERS BUILT ON OR AFTER JULY 1 1990 SEE CATALYST WARRANTY ILLEGAL TO OPERATE WHEN CATALYST IS NOT WORKING SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE SMOKE Grams Per Hour 5 5 EFFICIENCY Sn DIGINNENGECM Fol Fors leer 50 60 70 80 90 100 Wood heaters with higher efficiencies cost less to operate NOT TESTED FOR EFFICIENCY THE VALUE INDICATED IS FOR SIMILAR CATALYST EQUIPPED WOOD HEATERS HEAT OUTPUT 11 000 to 48 100 Btu Hr Use this to choose the right size appliance for your needs ASK DEALER FOR HELP This wood heater will achieve low smoke output and high efficiency only if properly operated and maintained See owner s manual PAGE 26 OWNERSHIP RECORDS Dealer s Name Dealer s Address Serial Number Date of Purchase Date Installed Notes SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE LOG Service Service Service Date Technician Description PAGE 27 LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS 1110 West Taft Avenue Orange CA 92865
4. DIAMETER 2100 HT LINER REMOVE FIRE PLACE DAMPER OR SECURE OPEN BV400C 2 MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS Approximate minimum dimensions into fireplace Height 20 Width front 29 rear 21 72 Depth 15 74 E X E FRONT VIEW OF FIREPLACE T Md ps IV 29314 RS 7 CATALYTIC TEMPERATURE PROBE Install temperature probe prior to installing insert To install the Catalytic Temperature Probe locate the plug on the top right hand side of the bypass control rod Remove the plug install the sleeve and place probe in sleeve It may be necessary to bend the flange on the plug so it won t interfere with the probe temperature indicator INSPECTION PLUG INSERT SLEEVE SMALL ET SILVER PART AND PROBE INTO THIS HOLE the temperature of your Catalytic Combustor Once you have es tablished a fire and the Catalytic Temperature Probe indicates the temperature of your Catalytic Combustor is between 500 600 F approximately 20 25 minutes close the Bypass Damper Con trol Depending on the type and size of the fuel load as well as the length of time the stove has been burning your Catalytic Combus tor should operate between 1000 1800 F POWER CORD CHANGEOVER DANGER Risk of electrical shock Disconnect power be fore servicing unit Do not route power cord beneath heater To change the power cord from one side of i
5. extension is used it must be a 3 8 minimum noncom bustible material or equivalent If the floor protection is to be stone tile brick etc it must be mortared or grouted to form a continuous non combustible This protected area must extend a minimum of 18 to the front of the fuel door opening and 8 beyond both sides of the fuel door opening HEARTH PROTECTION Q TOP VIEW OF INSERT i m 18 457 mm f l A 8 203 mm CHIMNEY INSPECTION The existing fireplace should be inspected by a local fire marshal or qualified installer for adequate serviceability prior to installing this appliance Factory built fireplace If any portion of the chimney system shows signs of structural or mechanical weak nesses such as cracks leaky joints corroded or warped surfaces Look for obvious bulges in the lining which may indicate the need to replace that section use a bright flashlight Any faulty portion must be re paired or replaced prior to installing this appliance Also inspect the attic to see that the chimney has proper clearance to combustible framing members Masonry fireplace The chimney should have no cracks loose mortar other signs of deterioration or blockage Any necessary repairs should be done by a qualified mason If the existing fireplace flue system is dirty or has some obstruction in it clean it A dirty chimney can cause your insert to smoke when refueling and can resu
6. 4 77 Regular order 8 if set is needed FB 2 Firebrick 9 x 4 w Notch order 4 if set is needed 11812 Gasket Ash Dump 4 1 4 x 8 3 8 x 1 2 C 200 51 Hook Damper Coil handle with hook for opening closing damper bypass Blower assemblies include 2 blowers w propellers mounting bracket and terminal block All firebrick are 1 thick FIREBRICK All Brick are 1 THICK FIREBOX COMPONENTS Back Wall 4 CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR ASSEMBLY DAMPER CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR RETAINING A t USE A 7 16 SOCKET TIGHTEN SNUG BUT DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN SECONDARY AIR TUBE Ea SETSCREW PAGE 22 COMPONENT DIAGRAMS Model BV400C 2 REPLACEMENT DAMPER KIT Cat No 26M70 DRAFT MODULE ASSEMBLY Cat No 26M68 y Damper Rod Damper Door Damper Stop LB 102215 WIRE HARNESS KIT P N LB 102280 Includes the following 3 Components Damper Blade Assembly Wire Harness Right Side DOOR ASSEMBLY Cat No H0537 Gold and Cat No H0538 Black Includes Handle Assembly Not Shown Wire Harness Left Side Crossover Wires To Left Side ELM A ELS Replacement Power Cord 3 Coil Handle PAGE 23 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Model BV400C 2 Accessories Part Description Cat No 14M69 AD BVA400OC Ash Drawer Includes taller sur round side trim 35 77 because ash drawer adds 3 77 to height of insert outle
7. FUEL DOOR WHEN OPEN The primary air control is closed The chimney is too cool Set the primary air con trol on HIGH with the bypass damper control OPEN for a few minutes before opening the fuel door Excess creosote will not only restrict your draft but it will create a risk of a creosote fire Strictly adhere to maintenance requirements as outlined in this manual If excess creosote has built up on the inside of the firebox sides and door burn a small hot fire at intervals that are more frequent with air control on HIGH for a few minutes Deposits may have built up in the chimney and are restricting the draft or the spark arrester on top of the chimney may be plugged Chimney diameter too large or too small to pro vide adequate draft The house is too airtight usually takes 20 to 30 minutes for problem to appear as stove lowers air pressure in house Crack a window open or pro vide an outside source of air near stove Insufficient vertical height to chimney to achieve adequate draft The combustor is plugged from engaging too soon remove combustor and clean see Mainte nance section DOES NOT PRODUCE ENOUGH HEAT Using green or insufficiently cured wood Excessive draft High ceilings heat rises quickly but can be recir culated by a well placed ceiling fan with a win ter summer switch The area to heat is too large square foot heating estimates are based on
8. Ventilation on page 5 CAUTION HOT WHILE IN OPERATION An ap pliance hot enough to warm your home can severely burn anyone touching it Keep chil dren clothing and furniture away Contact may cause skin burns Do not let children touch the appliance Train them to stay a safe distance from the unit Build fires directly upon the brick hearth inside the fireplace insert Do not use grates irons or any other method to elevate the fire Once the fire is established never burn the appliance with the bypass damper open ex cept when refueling the appliance CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR Do not operate this appliance without the catalytic combustor as sembly this consists of ceramics gasket and a housing properly installed Burning of metal foils coal plastic garbage diesel oil and sulfur will make the catalyst in the combustor inac tive The combustor is fragile handle carefully The performance of the catalytic device or its durability has not been evaluated as part of the certification See the listing label located on the back of fire place or see Safety Listing Label on page 25 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Warnings seem 2 Testing Listing EPA Using this Manual 3 Planning Your Installation 4 6 Installationi 3 nct pd edm 7 10 Product Features and Controls 11 Care and Operation
9. a flexible electrical cord that must be electrically grounded per local codes or per electrical codes In USA NEC ANSI NFPA 70 2002 In Canada CSA C22 1 WARNING ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED WITH A THREE PRONG GROUNDING PLUG FOR YOUR PRO TECTION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD AND SHOULD BE PLUGGED DIRECTLY INTOA PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE PRONG RECEPTACLE DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THIS PLUG DO NOT ROUTE POWER CORD UNDER OR IN FRONT OF APPLIANCE 2 Local amendments 3 Is a permit required cost You may wish to contact your insurance company to ask if they require this 4 Rooms where the installation is not allowed SMOKE DETECTORS Since there are always several potential sources of fire in any home we recommend installing smoke detectors If possible install the smoke detector in a hallway adjacent to the room to reduce the possibility of occasional false activation from the heat produced by the fireplace insert If your local code requires a smoke detector be installed within the same room you must follow the requirements of your local code Check with your local building de partment for requirements in your area IMPORTANT THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT APPROVED FOR INSTALLATION INTO A MANUFACTURED MO BILE HOME FLOOR PROTECTION This appliance requires a heat resistant non combustible approved fireplace hearth or hearth extension If a hearth
10. a major cleaning soak in heated vinegar water solution see page 17 the catalyst probably needs replacement Also if the catalyst is bro ken and or missing large pieces it should be replaced Note The catalyst does not need to be glowing to be working It will glow at times but it can work very effec tively at temperatures well below the 1000 F level at which it will begin to glow PAGE 16 MAINTENANCE CLEANING BLOWERS The blowers require inspection and cleaning annually to remove lint dust etc If there are pets in the dwelling the blowers should be cleaned at least twice a year To access remove blower covers remove the two 74 hex head screws on each panel then inspect propellers replace if cracked or broken and vacuum out lint dust and debris CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR This appliance has been designed with a catalytic com bustor which will improve its overall performance Re moving the combustor assembly for cleaning and rein stallation is simple and convenient Cleaning the com bustor helps reduce buildup of ash and retarding chemi cals To clean the combustor a soft brush vacuum cleaner or pipe cleaner may be used Cleaning the combustor once a year preferably when your flue system is serviced is sufficient for most users Reinstall the combustor according to the following in structions The catalytic activity and effectiveness of a two to three year old combustor can be improved by following
11. fan disc for blowers F110 20F 60T12 LB 102280 Wire Harness Kit Includes Left Side Crossover Wire Harness Right Side Wire Harness and Power Cord 10050087 Knob Rheostat LB 101496 Motor Blower 1 ea includes metal propeller 26M22 Power Cord does not include power cord restraint p n 2062 2062 Restraint Power Cord 42M1401 Propeller Metal Blower Motor 528 Rheostat Blower Speed Control knob not included 410 270 Switch On Off Bypass 410 260 Terminal Block Large 410 265 Terminal Block Small Surround Parts 2046 Bracket Surround Trim L bracket corner key order 2 if set is needed 02046 410 43 Insulation Kit Set Surround 430 Surround Assembly Standard 48 x 32 430XL Trim Kit Gold Tone 48 x 32 standard 26M69 Trim Kit Gold Tone 48 x 35 1 2 taller side trim for units with optional ash drawer installed Miscellaneous Parts 775005M Manual Installation and Operation owners manual PAGE 21 COMPONENT DIAGRAMS Model BV400C 2 Firebox Parts 11711 Cover Ash Dump w Gasket 4 1 4 x 8 3 8 x 1 2 26M70 Damper Kit Bypass damper linkage and rod LB 102215 Damper Stop sleeve for damper rod to limit travel of damper door FB17 Firebrick 3 74 x 5 1 8 x 0 Regular order 2 if set is needed gt FB16 Firebrick 8 x 2 x 5 1 8 Regular order 2 if set is needed FB22 Firebrick 9 x 3 7 Regular order 2 if set is needed FB 1 Firebrick 9 x
12. gen from inside the dwelling and it may be necessary to open a window or install a vent to provide make up air into a dwelling that is well insulated modern construction standards have resulted in homes that are highly energy efficient and that allow little heat loss and air transfer Other appliances in the dwelling also contribute to re moving air from the dwelling i e clothes dryers exhaust fans fireplaces and other fuel burning appliances If the available fresh air delivery in the dwelling is insufficient to support the demands of these appliances problems can result i e excessive negative pressure can develop in the dwelling which will affect the rate at which this appli ance can draft See Draft Requirements on this page PAGE 5 PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES This appliance is approved for installation into a listed factory built solid fuel burning fireplace The fireplace firebox must accept the insert without modification other than removing bolted or screwed together pieces such as smoke shelf deflectors ash lips screen or door tracks and damper assemblies that must be reinstalled to restore the fireplace to its original operating condition if the insert is removed and not replaced The removal of any part must not alter the integrity of the outer shell of the pre engineered fireplace cabinet in any way Venting Requirements for factory built fireplace The fireplace damper must be secure
13. ATIONS ON THE PURCHASE OF YOUR NEW WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE INSERT MANUFACTURED BY LENNOX HEARTH PROD UCTS When you purchased your new insert you joined the ranks of thousands of concerned individuals whose answer to their home heating needs reflects their concern for aesthetics efficiency and our en vironment We extend our continued support to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoy ment available from your new insert It is our goal at Lennox Hearth Products to provide you our valued customer with an appliance that will ensure you years of trouble free warmth and pleasure Thank you for selecting a Lennox Hearth Products stove as the answer to your home heating needs Sincerely All of us at Lennox Hearth Products PAGE 3 PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION QUESTIONS TO ASK LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIAL A correct installation is critical and imperative for reduc ing fire hazards and perilous conditions that can arise when wood burning appliances are improperly installed The installer must follow all of the manufacturers instruc tions The installation of a wood burning appliance must con form to local codes and applicable state and federal re quirements Familiarity with these requirements before installation is essential Important considerations to dis cuss with local building officials include 1 Applicable codes i e Uniform Mechanical Code State or Regional Codes Electrical codes The blower system has
14. TM EARTESSTOVE BY LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS EPA CERTIFIED CATALYTIC WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE INSERT www nficertified org We suggest that our wood burning hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as NFI Woodburning Specialists or who are certified in Canada by Wood Energy Technical Training WETT Wood Energy Technical Training RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Tested amp CPE Beaverton Listed By Ure Oregon USA INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL Sats MODEL BV400C 2 THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER READ ENTIRE MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLATION P N 775 005M Rev M 12 03 IMPORTANT WARNINGS CAUTION PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE YOUR NEW ROOM HEATER FOR YOUR SAFETY FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUC TIONS EXACTLY WITHOUT DEVIATION FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA 1 10 11 12 If utilizing an older chimney it must be in spected for adequate serviceability Refer to the heading Chimney Inspection on page 4 Install only in masonry firepl
15. aces built to UBC 37 or ULC S628 standards or A factory built fireplace built to UL 127 or ULC S610 stan dards The minimum clearances must be maintained for all combustible surfaces and materials in cluding furniture carpet drapes clothing wood papers etc Do not store firewood within this clearance space This appliance requires a non combustible fireplace hearth or hearth extension see Floor Protection on page 4 for additional informa tion Minimum ceiling height must be 7 feet 213 cm measured from base of appliance to ceiling DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE CONNECTED TO ANOTHER APPLIANCE Do not connect this appliance to air ducts or any air distribution system Do not install appliance in a sleeping room PREVENT CREOSOTE FIRE Inspect and clean chimney frequently Under certain conditions of use creosote buildup may occur rapidly In spect chimney connector and chimney twice monthly and clean if necessary Using green or inadequately seasoned wood can greatly in crease creosote buildup Use dry wood to minimize creosote buildup USE SOLID WOOD FUEL ONLY This appliance is approved for burning dry seasoned natural wood only CAUTION BURN UNTREATED WOOD ONLY DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE NAPHTHA OR ENGINE OIL Never use gasoline gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liq uids to start or freshen up a fire in this heater Keep all s
16. ating temperatures PAGE 13 CARE AND OPERATION BLOWER SYSTEM The Blower System consists of a ON OFF rocker switch a variable speed blower speed control switch rheostat a thermally activated switch fan disc and 4 axial blow ers When starting a fire leave the blower system off until the insert is thoroughly heated approx 30 minutes after start up The blowers can be operated in one of the following manners AUTO Turn Rocker Switch to the OFF o position and the rheostat to the ON position rotate rheostat dial clock wise until it clicks When the insert warms up 110 F the blower will automatically turn on adjust rheostat dial to the desired speed setting When the insert cools down 90 F the blowers will automatically turn off MANUAL Turn Rocker Switch to the ON position and adjust rheostat dial to the desired speed The Blower will have to be manually turned off by rotating the rheostat dial counterclockwise until it clicks ON OFF SWITCH yf AUTO OR MANUAL RHEOSTAT VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL POWER CORD OPTIONAL ASH DRAWER WARNING This appliance is equipped with a blower system which has a flexible electrical power cord with a three prong grounding plug for your protec tion against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong recep tacle per local codes or NEC ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from the p
17. auto control with varialble speed rheostat Dimensions shown are approximations only 4 PAGE 20 COMPONENT DIAGRAMS Model BV400C 2 ITEM NO DESCRIPTION Door and Glass Parts 27M67 Clip Set Glass H0537 Door Assembly Gold handle included 86 128 Gasket Kit 3 4 Door Rope includes adhesive 27M81 Gasket Kit Door Glass 10 of 10580 G400 7 Glass Large Arched 11 x 17 gasket not included G410 Glass Side 4 x 8 3 4 gasket not included order 2 if set is needed LB 102214 Handle Assembly 11529 Hinge Pin 10 L 18 Original Requires Welding 11531 Hinge Pin Retrofit requires drill 3 213 amp Tap 1 4 28 UNF order 2 if set is needed 10362 Torque Plate Latch 11538 Trim Left Side Gold 11540 Trim Right Side Gold Draft Module Parts 907 Handle Draft Module Coil 26M68 Module Assembly Draft controls burn rate Catalytic Combustor Parts 11000 Clip Combustor ESCC Combustor Assembly 2 SN 7802 Includes ceramics gasket amp housing 14000 Combustor Assembly 3 SN 27802 Includes ceramics gasket amp housing BV100 Probe Combustor Temperature 11485 Housing Combustor 11481H Gasket Interam Combustor 1 16 x3 x36 Room Air Blower Parts 410 25L Blower Assembly Left 410 25R Blower Assembly Right 11565 Disc Low Limit
18. average climates and home design There s an obstruction in the chimney The chimney or chimney cap is restricted by creosote preventing enough draw to sustain a HIGH heat rate Combustor light off has not occurred DOES NOT MAINTAIN A FIRE Soft wood does not burn as long or as well as seasoned hardwood resulting in a short burn time 2 Wood size too small Burns at too rapid a rate 3 The gasket seal on the fuel door ash dump cover or glass is leaking air Repair or replace it if necessary 4 There is an obstruction in the chimney 5 The stove was not up to normal operating temperature before the bypass damper control was pushed closed 6 Excessive draft BACKPUFFING 1 Downdraft in the chimney may need a special wind cap 2 The catalytic combustor is too hot avoid burning soft pitchy woods or large amounts of small diameter wood 3 The house is too air tight ventilation is needed 4 Insufficient vertical height to chimney to achieve adequate draft ODORS 1 Creosote accumulation in firebox brush out on next cleaning 2 Chimney downdraft when stove is not operating close primary air control 3 Catalytic combustor not functioning 4 Paint curing on first several burns DIRTY GLASS 1 Poor draft conditions 2 Long burn periods at low draft settings 3 Burning wet pitchy or spongy wood 4 Poorly arranged logs too close to glass Draft problems If installing in
19. d in the open po sition When installed into a Factory Built Fireplace this appliance requires the use of an 8 to 6 offset adapter The offset adapter aligns the appliance flue outlet with fireplace flue and reduces flue outlet from 8 to 6 di ameter 8 to 6 Offset Adapter Cat No 14M79 If flue alignment is not necessary a 8 to 6 bell reducer can be used in place of the offset adapter The required vent is 6 diameter flex or rigid UL1777 listed 2100 HT liner or equivalent The liner must extend from the adapter at the flue outlet of the appliance to termination Do not face seal over fireplace chimney cooling air sys tems WARNING Do not substitute the heat rated 2100 HT liner with any other type line or a fire may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life MASONRY FIREPLACES This appliance is approved for installation into a ma sonry fireplace built to UBC Chapter 37 standards Do not remove brick or mortar form the masonry fireplace to accommodate this appliance PAGE 6 Venting Requirements for masonry fireplace The fireplace damper must be secured in the open po sition As a minimum a flue extension past the fireplace header is required A preferred installation is a positive flue connection sealing the throat of the chimney This appliance requires the use of a 6 or 8 diameter flex or rigid single wall pipe minimum 24 25 MSG black or blued steel connector pipe stainles
20. e replaced with the same size and type as the original gasket Contact your dealer for ordering Use high tem perature silicone sealer as an adhesive for replacing door and ash dump gaskets The glass gasket has a self adhesive backing WARNING The gaskets must be kept in good condi tion Do not leave the stove burning with the fuel door open or ash dump cover off This will cause excessive heat build up in the unit and could ignite surrounding combustibles as well as damage the stove by overfiring it Overfiring is a condition where excessive temperatures are reached beyond the de sign capabilities of the stove such damage is not covered by the manufacturer s warranty SERVICING GLASS fore installations using this type of flue are more suscep tible to creosote deposits To inhibit the build up of creosote adjust the primary air control to a medium high or high setting for a 10 minute period each day Do not attempt to burn out heavy creo sote accumulations in this manner This must be re moved from the chimney by scraping or brushing to re duce the risk of a chimney fire Burn Approved Fuel Only This stove is approved for burning dry seasoned natural wood only Using green or inadequately seasoned wood may increase creosote buildup Inspection Frequency The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected at least twice monthly dur ing the heating season to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred I
21. f appliance Approved for installation in listed zero clearance fireplaces Zero clearance installations require a full reline from the flue collar to the rain cap For flue collar offsets in Zero clearance installations use only part 14M79 For flue collar offsets in a masonry fireplace use only part Manufactured by LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS 1110 West Taft Avenue Orange CA 92865 Tested amp Listed By Beaverton Oregon USA OMNI Test Laboratories Inc SERIAL NO MODEL BAYVIEW 400C 2 CAT NO H0542 OREGON DESIGN NO E S 05 TESTED TO UL 1482 REPORT NO 030 S 04 2 CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR Burning of metal foils coal plastic garbage sulphur and diesel oil will make the catalyst in the converter inactive The converter is fragile handle carefully The performance of the catalytic device or its durability has not been evaluated as part of the certification 14M77 See manual for further information Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials in inches Install insert with a minimum of 9 clearance to combustible sidewall 1 to side and 9 to top trim 31 from top of insert to mantel Floor protector must be 3 8 minimum non combustible material or equivalent extending 18 in front of insert and 8 to both sides When used as an insert stove install only in a masonry fireplace built to UBC Chapter 37 Do not remove brick or mortar from masonry fireplace to 8 18 HEARTH EXTENSION accommodate
22. f creosote has accumulated it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire Cleaning Remove the catalytic combustor and open the bypass damper prior to having your chimney cleaned should be done by a qualified chimney sweep See Maintenance Catalytic Combustor on page 17 for in structions on removing catalytic combustor CAUTION Be careful not to abuse door assembly by striking or slamming it If the door assembly or glass is broken or damaged they must be replaced before heater can be safely operated Use only components provided by the manufacturer as replacement parts Cleaning Glass Ensure stove is cold prior to cleaning glass A commercial glass cleaner designed for stoves is recom mended Do not use abrasive cleaners IMPORTANT Make sure the bypass damper is in the open position prior to chimney cleaning Replacing Glass 1 Remove door from stove by lifting door up and off hinge pins Place the door on a flat protected towel clean flat surface with the inside of the door facing up Remove the glass clips by removing screws holding clips then carefully remove broken glass one piece at a time protective gloves are recommended 2 Clean area where the glass with gasket will be in stalled 3 Install new glass with gasket use only factory 5 mm glass with glass channel gasket Do not substitute Carefully reinstall glass clips Be very careful not to overtighten screws 4 Reinstal
23. g a filler plate A filler plate can be made by making a cardboard pattern to fit the fireplace throat Lay the pattern on 22 gage steel add 2 inches to each side and cut Snip comers and bend front lip up and sides and back down Cut an opening for the flue Attach filler plate with masonry screws The starter pipe extends through the filler plate past the damper and into the chimney system Small air leaks should be sealed with high temp fiberglass or ceramic insulation FILLER PLATE PAGE 10 PROCUCT FEATURES AND CONTROLS BLOWER SYSTEM The 500 CFM room air circulation blower system comes equipped with a variable speed control rheostat The blower system can be operated manually or set to oper ate automatically so the blowers will turn on when the insert is hot and turn off when the insert is cool See Care and Operation Section Blower System on page 14 ON OFF SWITCH wh AUTO OR MANUAL RHEOSTAT VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL Sere S s POWER CORD OPTIONAL ASH DRAWER aee PRIMARY AIR CONTROL The primary combustion air delivery is controlled by the primary air control draft module The control handle is located above the fuel door The heat output can be controlled by sliding the handle to a higher or lower heat output setting see following illustrations The fuel the amount of heat and burn times desired the type of instal lation are all variables that will affect the control setting The same contro
24. g will maximize your primary combustion air 4 Build a fire directly on the firebrick covering the bottom of the stove a Place five or six loosely crumpled sheets of news paper in the stove b Add a small amount of dry kindling randomly on the top of the newspaper c Place a few more loosely crumpled newspapers on top of the kindling and light the bottom paper first then light the top paper 5 Once the kindling is ignited and burning on its own close the fuel door The upper fire should help preheat the chimney and create an effective draft while the lower fire ignites the kindling 6 When the kindling is burning well add increasingly larger pieces of wood until the fire is actively burning 7 When the fire is well established use the damper hook and close the bypass by pushing the control rod in catalytic temperature probe should read 500 600 F takes approximately 20 25 minutes to reach this temperature 8 When the fire is well established slide the air control lever for the desired heat output REFUELING To refuel the stove open the bypass and move the pri mary air control to HIGH Let the fire LIVEN UP for about one minute Open the fuel door about 1 2 and hold in this position about 30 seconds or until the stove is draft ing well Open the door and add wood After refueling re set the primary draft control to the desired position and close the bypass when the catalytic temperature probe reaches oper
25. he required flow of combustion air to the fire chamber and for safely removing unwanted combustion byproducts from the ap pliance If the venting system s design does not promote these ends the system may not function properly Poorly functioning venting systems may create performance problems as well as be a safety hazard i e an oversized chimney may result in less than optimum performance Installations into a large masonry chimney may require a liner to improve performance A draft test should read between 05 W C inches water column and 07 W C American National Standards Institute ANSI NFPA 211 92 draft 1 7 A chimney or vent shall be so designed and con structed to develop a flow sufficient to completely remove all flue and vent gases to the outside atmosphere The venting system shall satisfy the draft requirements of the connected appliance in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions PROVIDE ADEQUATE AIR FOR COMBUSTION In well insulated and weather tight homes it may be diffi cult to establish a good draft up your chimney The poor draft is caused by a shortage of air in the house To pro vide the needed air crack a window on the windward side of the house VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS THE FRESH AIR REQUIREMENTS OF THIS APPLI ANCE MUST BE MET WITHIN THE SPACE WHERE IT WILL BE INSTALLED Ventilation is essential when using a solid fuel burning heater The combustion process of this heater uses oxy
26. hould be inspected periodically and re placed if damaged crumbling or excessively cracked ASH REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL CAUTION Make sure that the fire is out and the stove is cold before removing ashes If optional ash drawer is installed Never burn your stove with the ash dump cover off Ashes can hold live embers for several days and must be disposed of with care If the optional ash drawer is installed Scrape ashes from the firebox through ash dump opening into ash drawer After emptying clean and replace the ash drawer NEVER place ashes in a cardboard box or any other combustible receptacle Proper 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 noncombustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final dis posal If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or other wise locally dispersed they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled PAGE 15 MAINTENANCE DOOR GLASS GASKET AND ASH DUMP GASKET A 3 4 spun fiberglass gasket provides the seal around the fuel door and a flat spun fiberglass rope gasket 1 8 x 1 provides the seal around the glass If the optional ash drawer is installed a cerawool pad 4 1 4 x 8 3 8 x 1 2 provides the seal for the ash dump cover Should these gaskets become frayed or damaged they should b
27. ing After each 20 minute burn allow the appliance to cool completely The third burn should be at least medium high or about 450 F for 45 60 minutes The paint will become soft and emit non toxic haze during these burns Keep the area well ventilated As the paint cures it will become slightly lighter in color Eventually the entire surface will become an even color Once the paint has been softened and cooled two or three times it will harden Do not turn on a blower during the curing process Do not place anything on the fire place insert surface until the paint is completely cured Do not attempt to repaint the fireplace insert until the paint is completely cured If the surface later becomes stained or marred it may be lightly sanded and touched up with spray paint from the same paint manufacturer See Maintenance Repainting a Stove Paint is avail able at your local authorized Lennox Hearth Products dealer Never attempt to paint a hot stove CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR During the start up of a cold stove a medium to high firing rate must be maintained for about 20 minutes The high firing rate will ensure that the stove the flue the catalyst and the fuel are all stabilized at proper operating tempera tures Even though it s possible to have temperatures in the stove reach 600 F within two or three minutes after the fire is started do not set the primary air control lever to the LOW position until approximately twenty mi
28. insert Use flue outlet with a direct connector in a masonry chimney Remove and clean behind unit frequently as creosote buildup may occur rapidly CAUTIO N m HOT WHILE IN OPER m ATION DO NOT TOUCH CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS KEEP FUR NISHINGS AND COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL A CONSIDERABLE DISTANCE AWAY SEE NAMEPLATE ome AND INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT OVERFIRE IF HEATER a OR CHIMNEY CONNECTOR GLOWS YOU ARE OVERFIRING 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 DO NOT BURN WITH FEED DOOR OR FLUE BYPASS OPEN FEED DOOR MUST BE CLOSED DURING FIRING EXCEPT WHEN ADDING FUEL OPEN FLUE DRAFT BEFORE OPENING FEED DOOR U S ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY Certified to comply with July 1990 particulate emission standards 4 z w Q o This wood heater contains a catalytic combustor which needs periodic inspection and replacement for proper operation Consult owner s manual for further information It is against the law to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in the owner s manual or if the catalytic element is deactivated or removed DATE OF MANUFACTURE 2002 2003 2004 Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec LI LTLI EEEI EI G EJ ET E EE EA E P N 9 1443 Rev NC DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL Made in U S A IGN PAGE 25
29. insert into the fireplace far enough to attach the starter pipe or positive flue connection a minimum of a 8 diameter starter pipe extending past the header is required See Note on page 9 Factory Built Fireplace Slide insert into the fire place far enough to attach connector to flue outlet See Note on page 9 Offsets can be handled using an offset adapter it aligns starter pipe with flue See Offset Adapter page 24 for ordering information Do not push in sert in completely until surround assembly is in stalled Care should be used to ensure that this ad justable connector is oriented so it does not angle downhill when positioned on the flue outlet on top of insert CORRECT w CORRECT Level or even Slightly up at the outbound end is better WRONG WRONG This may produce a problem of smoking during refueling or poor chimney draw Offset Adaptors comes in two sizes See page 24 11 12 The floor of the fireplace is lower then the hearth turn the adjusting bolt located at the bottom of the groove in the rear of the insert firebox clockwise until insert is level An extension socket wrench will allow you to level the insert once it is com pletely installed by reaching over the top The skid plate see following illustration is pro vided for ease in completing the installation and allows the insert to slide easily into the fireplace Simply slip the skid plate under the adjus
30. l door CREOSOTE FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL What is Creosote When wood is burned slowly it pro duces 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 Also creosote deposits tend to form in long runs of venting where gases become too cool prior to exhausting Note Single wall pipe cools rapidly there In the event of a chimney fire Make sure the fuel door is securely closed Adjust the primary air control to the lowest most closed setting Call the fire department immediately After a chimney fire the complete chimney system should be checked by a qualified technician be fore further use Consult your dealer for suggestions on proper chimney care Contact your local municipal or provincial fire au thority for information on how to handle a chimney fire Have a clearly understood plan for handling a chimney fire CATALYST REPLACEMENT The normal expected life of a catalytic combustor is 10 000 to 12 000 hours if appliance is operated correctly and proper fuels are used If the catalyst has been de activated it should be replaced Symptoms of deactiva tion include noticeably darker smoke exiting chimney and less heat output If these symptoms remain after normal maintenance or
31. l including cleaning of flue and fireplace insert Should the fuel door ash dump if optional ash drawer is installed or glass gaskets become worn or damaged they should be replaced Overfiring Caused From Improper Fuel This appliance is approved for use with natural dry well seasoned wood only consult your dealer for approved fuels in your area Do not burn garbage particleboard scraps or pressed logs using bonding agents because they can produce conditions that will deteriorate metal Green or uncured wood does not work well as fuel and can cause increased creosote buildups Do not over load or use kindling wood or mill ends as primary fuel PAGE 19 SPECIFICATIONS Model BV400C 2 Maximum log length 24 Flue size 8 Width w standard surround 48 Width at fireplace opening 29 1 2 Width at rear of firebox 21 1 2 Depth into Fireplace 15 3 4 Depth overall 26 1 4 Height 20 Height w standard surround 32 Add 3 1 2 to height when optional ash drawer is installed Back of Stove to Center of Flue 6 Approximate burn time 8 12 hours Approximate Fuel capacity 80 Ibs Firebox size cubic feet 3 72 cff Maximum Burn Rate BTU 66 805 EPA BTU Range 11 000 48 100 BTU EPA Efficiency 72 Emissions Rate grams hour 3 0 gph Approximate weight with brick 455 Ibs Air Control Manual Blower Assemblies Standard 500 cfm Comes standard with 4 blowers 125 cfm each heat activation switch manual or
32. l settings in a variety of installations will produce different results You will need to try different settings so you can learn how much heat to expect and how long the fire will burn AIR AND DAMPER CONTROLS CATALYTIC BYPASS DAMPER CONTROL The bypass damper control handle is located on the front of the insert see above illustration By pushing in or pulling out the handle the operator can route the ex haust either through the catalytic combustor pushed in or directly up the flue pulled out When starting a fire or refueling the handle must be pulled out Once the fire is established it must be pushed in CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR How it works From 5 to 30 percent of the chemical en ergy contained in every log escapes up the chimney when wood is burned in a conventional stove The cata lytic combustor is designed to make use of this energy converting it into useful heat as it lessens chimney creo sote build up and air pollution The catalytic combustor consists of a durable temperature resistant ceramic com position which is extruded into a cellular or honeycomb configuration After extrusion this ceramic monolith is fired and then covered with a noble metal catalyst When wood smoke contacts this catalyst chemical changes occur that causes the smoke to ignite at temperatures around 600 F Normally smoke will ignite and burn only at temperatures around 1000 F PAGE 11 CARE AND OPERATION FUEL DOOR
33. lt in a chim ney fire An oversized chimney may result in less than optimum performance Installations into a large masonry chimney may require a liner to improve performance PAGE 4 PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION CLEARANCES WARNING IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU OB SERVE THE MINIMUM CLEARANCES DO NOT STORE FIREWOOD WITHIN THIS CLEARANCE SPACE FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCES TO ALL COMBUSTIBLES MAY RESULT IN A HOUSE FIRE There are listed clearances for your fireplace insert which were determined in a Laboratory testing and must be maintained Minimum Clearance to Combustibles Stove top to mantel 31 787 mm Stove top to trim 9 229 mm Stove side to trim 1 25 mm Stove side to sidewall 9 229 mm E r 3 Cm TOP VIEW E OF INSERT al a 48 i INSERT TO m SIDE WALL INSERT TO 5 9 MIN SIDE TRIM a o o 1 MIN 1 l l FIREPLACE HEARTH HEARTH PROTECTION RAISED HEARTH Note Using a heat defector on the surround does not reduce clearances Noncombustible 18 Bloor Protection Min a Noncombustible Hearth ES Noncombustible Materials 3 Under Brick Raised Firebox Noncombustible 18 Floor Protection Min Pad Support Bolt DRAFT REQUIREMENTS The appliance is merely one component of a larger sys tem The other equally important component is the vent ing system This is necessary for achieving t
34. nsert to the other perform the following steps 1 Ensure power cord in NOT plugged in 2 Remove the louver blower panels on each side of fuel door as follows Each panel is held in place by two 74 head screws Using a 74 socket or nut driver remove the screws 3 Remove panels by pulling them outward slightly then forward 4 Locate terminal block on right side of unit Write down the lo cations where the black white and green leads from the power cord are attached to the terminal block Disconnect these three wires then reinstall them onto the terminal block on the left side of unit in the same corresponding positions as you had written down 5 Reinstall panels PAGE 7 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION STEPS 1 2 3 10 Remove all ashes from the fireplace Remove all materials inside the insert and set them aside Remove the surround panel face shield and at tach insulation material provided using a nonflam mable adhesive i e RTV High Temperature Sili cone Use a large piece of cardboard or other protective material and place it in front of the fireplace to pro tect floor or carpet during installation Remove the insert from its wood pallet by removing the screws Prepare chimney connection system as specified for masonry or zero clearance fireplaces Set the insert on the protective cardboard laid out in front of the fireplace centered in front of the fire place opening Masonry Fireplace Slide
35. nutes have passed Setting the primary air control on LOW too early could result in either the fire or the catalytic combus tor going out At the end of a burn cycle it s possible that the hot embers remaining might not provide sufficient fuel value for the catalyst to retain its minimum operating temperature of 600 F During the refueling we recommend that the stove be refired for about 10 minutes with the bypass open to ensure a good draw is established and that the catalyst reaches 600 F The refiring will ensure sufficient tempera tures and proper amounts of volatiles for the catalyst to operate properly When refueling a hot stove with the catalyst still operating no refiring step is necessary Just open the bypass set the primary air control to high open the door approximately 1 2 inch and wait for about thirty seconds Load the fuel close the door close the bypass and set the primary air control to normal operation Temperatures within the fire box should be hot enough to maintain the catalytic opera tion HOW TO START AND MAINTAIN A FIRE 1 If optional ash drawer is installed Check to ensure the ash dump cover in center of firebox floor is in place and the ash drawer is closed 2 Open the bypass damper control by pulling it toward you In the OPEN position the draft air will bypass the catalytic combustor and make starting the fire eas ier 3 Set the primary air control lever on HIGH The HIGH settin
36. ower cord plug CAUTION Burning the insert at a high burn rate for extended periods without running the blowers can cause excessive temperatures resulting in overfir ing damage to the appliance Overfiring damage is not covered under the 5 year prorated warranty BLOWER SPECIFICATIONS 115 Volt 60 Hz 4 axial blowers 42 amps each 125 CFM each 500 CFM to tal Blower system has a flexible electrical cord that must be electrically grounded per local codes or NEC ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition Do not route the power cord under or in front of the appliance POWER FLOW DIAGRAM WHITE CROSS OVER WIRE RHEOSTAT SWITCH SPEED CONTROL OFF ON 75V TO 110V ON OFF SWITCH 7 TERMINATES FAN DISC F110 20F BLACK CROSS OVER WIRE WIRING DIAGRAM BLACK WHITE Cy V o j KD a E XD lag Ue CE a H eETe BLACK dee ES Ci sa RHEOSTAT ON OFF SWITCH PAGE 14 MAINTENANCE BURN RECOMMENDED FUEL This appliance is approved for use with natural dry wood only Burning materials other than natural wood will shorten the life of the catalytic combustor Do not burn particleboard or pressed logs using bonding agents as they can produce conditions which will deteriorate metal or damage the cata lyst Green or uncured wood does not work well as fuel and can cause increased creosote buildups and plugging of the catalytic combustor The val
37. rs ago it still needs to be cut split and seasoned for 6 to 24 months depending on the wood WOOD STORAGE Wood to be seasoned should be stacked in an area open enough to ensure good air circulation on both sides leav ing adequate space between woodpiles to walk comfort able Do not stack wood against a wall or building It helps to elevate the woodpiles off the ground two 2 x 4 s running lengthwise beneath the woodpile works well This allows air to flow under the bottom logs Wood that is kept outdoors either covered with a tarp or not covered at all will not burn well until it has been in an enclose space for one to two months SMALL AREA PAINT TOUCH UP The stove body is painted with a quality high temperature stove paint Use only model TSPK B Stove Paint Catalog 70K99 Do not touch up your stove with any other paint Using one small piece of 320 grit sand paper and lightly sand the blemish so that the edges are feathered or smooth to the touch between the painted and bare sur faces Do not let the sand paper gum up with paint as this will cause scratches on the metal surface If there are any scratches use 600 grit sandpaper instead Mask off surfaces you do not want painted Paint lightly over the bare surface first as this will act as an undercoat Then paint over a larger area in smooth even strokes to blend See Break In Period on page 13 for information on curing the paint FIREBRICK The firebrick s
38. s steel recom mended Offsets can be handled with an offset adapter it aligns starter pipe with fireplace flue For more in formation on the offset adapters see pages 8 and 24 FIREPLACE CHIMNEY MAXIMUM SIZE TO ENSURE PROPER DRAFT Applicable to Masonry Fireplace installations only The fireplace insert flue size is 8 inches in diameter which is approximately 50 square inches the minimum The maximum flue size should be no more than 3 three times the cross sectional area of the size of the fireplace insert flue collar In this case that would be no larger than a 14 inch diameter stack area approx 154 sq inches To calculate area for a square or rec tangular flue see below Note Formulas for calculating Area Calculating area of a circle T xr Area T 3 1416 r 1 2 diameter To calculate area of square or rectangle Width x Depth Area Notes gt It may be necessary to use a full length liner to achieve adequate draft for the appliance A draft gauge should 05 W C to 07 W C for opti mum performance This appliance is approved for all heatform style fireplaces masonry fireplace with a metal fire box liner INSTALLATION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION CHIMNEY TERMINATION CAP ENSURE CHIMNEY IS SOUND MASONRY FIREPLACE APPROVED LINER 6 DIA FLEX OR RIGID 24 26 MSG BLACK OR BLUED STEEL PIPE OR 2100 HT LINER FACTORY BUILT ZC FIREPLACE APPROVED LINER 6
39. sign does not promote these ends the system may not function properly which may create performance problems as well as may be a safety hazard To ensure that all installation re quirements have been met as outlined in the in stallation manual The chimney should be clean and in good repair A draft test should be per formed to determine if the draft requirements of the appliance are being met A draft gauge should read between 05 and 07 inches water column W C I Excessive draft above 07 W C l will allow too much combustion air to be pulled into the firebox which results in hotter burns Too little draft below 05 W C I will not allow enough combustion air delivery to maintain a fire well or cause performance problems such as smoking this may result in improper operation of appliance i e will not maintain fire well unless catalytic bypass is left open or with fuel door left open see Overfiring Caused From Improper Operation Overfiring Caused From Improper Operation Never burn the appliance with the fuel door open or ajar the ash dump cover off or the ash drawer open if optional ash drawer is installed Never burn the stove with the bypass handle in the open position once the fire has been established or the air control in the high position for extended periods Overfiring Caused From Improper Maintenance Strictly adhere to all maintenance requirements at fre quent intervals as prescribed in this manua
40. t outlet Spray Can stove pipe paint OPTIONAL ASH DRAWER Catalog 14M69 The optional ash drawer assembly installs underneath the ap pliance it adds 3 1 2 to the height when installed It is designed to make cleaning easier by containing the ashes in a removable drawer OFFSET ADAPTERS CAT NO 14M77 8 to 8 for Masonry Fireplaces amp 14M79 8 to 6 for Factory Built Fireplaces Installations requiring offsets can be handled using an offset adapter it aligns starter pipe with flue CAT NO 14M77 8 to 8 e 1 2 to 8 adjustable LE 2 1 4 514 ry 1 2 CAT NO 14M79 8 to 6 HM 112 to 7 12 adjustable LI Li Fy Actual Appearance p di PAGE 24 SAFETY LISTING LABEL CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION IN YOUR AREA Listed Masonry Fireplace Accessory Insert FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL ONLY FARTASTOV BY LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS PREVENT HOUSE FIRES Install and use only in accordance with manufacturer s installation and operating instructions and your local building codes Do not connect this unit to a chimney flue serving another appliance NOTE Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic ELECTRICAL MOTOR RATING Aerovox Model S10625082 115V 5 Watts 60 Hz DANGER Risk of electrical shock Disconnect power before servicing unit Do not route power cord under or in front o
41. the smoke is pulled into the fireplace TEST FOR AIR LEAKS BY HOLDING A CANDLE AROUND EDGE OF FACE SHIELD TO SEE IF SMOKE IS PULLED INTO FIREPLACE NOTE Preferred method of attaching connector to flue outlet is to install two L Brackets 1 angle bracket 3 4 wide on opposite sides of the flue outlet Use self tapping screws to secure in place Cut a height and 94 width notch in the front of connector pipe liner or adapter that will attach to flue outlet Install connector into flue outlet and secure to angle brackets using machine screws Seal around connection with furnace cement PAGE 9 INSTALLATION POSITIVE FLUE CONNECTION FOR MASONRY FIRE PLACE A Professional should inspect chimney prior to installation to determine if any repairs are necessary or if a chimney reline is necessary The fireplace damper must be secured in the open position If this is not possible it will be necessary to remove the damper Installation into a masonry fireplace requires as a minimum of a flue extension past the header This can be accomplished by one of the following methods Install 6 or 8 smoke pipe if the chimney is located di rectly above the insert flue Use an offset adapter see page 24 to handle offsets This part is available through your dealer A preferable installation is the positive flue connection a posi tive seal between the flue extension and the chimney This can be achieved by usin
42. this Major Cleaning Procedure Soak the combustor in a hot cleaning solution of a 50 50 mixture of white vinegar and distilled water for 30 minutes Then rinse by soak ing in hot distilled water After 15 minutes remove the combustor from the rinse water and gently shake out excess water It is unlikely that you will notice a visible difference in the combustor after this cleaning proce dure The combustor unit is fragile in comparison to the rest of the stove so handle with care 1 Place the combustor on the tunnel baffle as shown in illustration ceramic honeycomb to the back and louvered slots to the front Push it back into the tun nel baffle until it hits the positioning stops Make sure it is sitting flat against the bottom and the sides so that it does not tilt forward and jump the position ing stops 2 Position combustor clip over the middle of the sec ondary air tube as illustrated Make sure that one of the holes in the secondary air tube is centered in the 1 2 hole on the clip You can feel with your fingertip 3 Tighten screw snugly but do not over tighten or you may spread the clip apart REMOVING COMBUSTOR CLIP SECONDARY POSITIONING STOPS 4 CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR ASSEMBLY DAMPER CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR LJ RETAINING ae USE A 7 16 SOCKET TIGHTEN SNUG BUT DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN SECONDARY AIR TUBE S23 SETSCREW PAGE 17 TROUBLESHOOTING ON SMOKES OUT
43. tment leveling bolt slightly lift the front of the insert and push into place sliding along the skid plate 13 Reaching over the top of the insert install the starter pipe in the stove flue outlet or attach the positive flue connection to the insert See Note on page 9 PAGE 8 gt Slide Far Enough In To Attach Pipe gt INSTALLATION 14 Push the insert to its desired position in the fire place The depth may vary as long as the starter pipe or other connecting pipe system can be effec tively installed SURROUND ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT Do not face seal over chimney cooling air system on superior brand or any brand fireplace which is designed with the chimney cooling air sys tem 15 Pull the insert slightly forward to its desired position and then attach the face shield using the surround clips and hardware as shown Assemble the gold tone trim using the two sets of inside corner brack ets If there is a mantel above the fireplace opening the heat deflector provided must be installed on the top edge of the surround panel see following il lustrations Attach trim to the surround Heat Deflector Must Be Installed If There is a Mantel Mantel Heat Deflector 16 Push the insert back until surround panel insulation is compressed against the fireplace front forming a tight seal Test for air leaks by holding a candle around the edge of the surround to see if
44. to a larger flue it may be necessary to use a full length liner to achieve adequate draft for the appliance A draft gauge should read a minimum of 05 W C inches water column not to exceed 07 W C for optimum performance see Draft Require ments PAGE 18 TROUBLESHOOTING OVERFIRING If any part of the appliance glows it is overfiring Other symptoms may include Cracking warping or burning out of components catalytic combustor may deteriorate gold doors may turn color stove glass may develop a haze which will not come off with cleaning firebox baffle plate tunnel baffle may warp etc Overfiring of a fireplace insert is a condition where excessive temperatures are reached beyond the design capabilities of the appliance as outlined the following 4 paragraphs The damage that occurs from overfiring is not covered under the manufactur ers limited warranty The following are a few condi tions that should be evaluated and corrected if nec essary if an overfiring condition is suspected Overfiring Caused From Improper Installation The venting system must satisfy the draft Re quirements of the appliance The appliance is merely one component of a larger system The other equally important component is the venting system which is necessary for achieving the re quired flow of combustion air to the fire chamber and for safely removing unwanted combustion byproducts from the appliance If the venting sys tem s de
45. uch liquids well away from the heater while it is in use DO NOT OVERFIRE If heater or chimney con nector glows you are overfiring Overfiring this appliance could cause a house fire Overfiring is a condition where the appliance is operated at temperatures above its design capabilities see Overfiring on page 19 Overfiring can be caused by improper installation improper op eration lack of maintenance or improper fuel PAGE 2 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 usage Damage caused from overfiring is NOT covered under the manufacturers limited war ranty see Care and Operation pages 12 to 14 NEVER LEAVE AN UNATTENDED FIREPLACE INSERT BURNING ON HIGH Operation of the fireplace insert with the primary air control at its highest burn rate setting for extended peri ods can cause dangerous overfiring condi tions The primary air control should only be positioned at the highest setting during start up procedures and for short durations When leaving the fireplace insert unattended ensure that the primary air control is set to the low or medium low range Use a metal container with a tight fitting lid to dispose of ashes IN THE EVENT OF A COMPONENT FAILURE USE ONLY COMPONENTS PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER AS REPLACEMENT PARTS Burning any kind of fuel uses oxygen from the dwelling Be sure that you allow an adequate source of fresh air into the room where the fireplace insert is operating see
46. ue of green wood as a source of heat is limited Do not overload or use kindling wood or mill ends for primary fuel as this may cause overfir ing Overfiring is a condition where excessive temperatures are reached beyond the design capabilities of the fireplace insert The damage that occurs from overfiring is not cov ered under the fireplace insert warranty WHY SEASON WOOD The key to the success of a good fire that produces heat from a wood burning insert is the wood It needs to be well seasoned natural wood What does Well Seasoned mean When a tree is cut down the wood is green full of sap and moisture This moisture content can exceed 8096 which must be reduced to less than 20 Wood properly sea soned is then capable of generating the heat the fireplace insert was designed to provide Green wood does not burn easily Attempting to burn green wood often results in a lot of smoke and very little fire Time is the most important factor in seasoning wood Ideally the moisture content should be reduced to 11 2096 although very few of us will be able to check that figure There are several steps that should be taken to ensure that that you come close to these figures SEASONING GUIDE Softwoods 6 months to 18 months Hardwoods 12 months to 24 months Logs that are 5 diameter across or larger should be split in half three pieces if over 8 inches and four pieces when over a foot across If the tree was fell 2 to 4 yea
47. ve burning with the door ajar or open Leav ing the door ajar or open while the stove is burning will cause excessive heat build up in the stove overfiring and could ignite surrounding combustibles as well as damage the stove such damage is not covered by the manufacturers warranty USE CONTROL SETTINGS THAT WORK FOR YOU The fuel the amount of heat you want the type of instal lation you have and how long you wish the fire to burn are all variables that will affect the control setting The same control settings in a variety of installations will pro duce different results Familiarize yourself with your fireplace insert by trying different settings so you can learn how much heat to ex pect and how long the fire will burn It may take a week or two to learn but your patience will be rewarded by the warmth and pleasant satisfaction that only a wood fire can provide PAGE 12 CARE AND OPERATION BREAK IN PERIOD Your fireplace insert finish is a high temperature paint that requires time and temperature to completely cure We recommend that you ventilate the house during the initial burns The paint emits non toxic odors during this process KEEP YOUR HOUSE WELL VENTILATED DURING THE CURING PROCESS TO PREVENT ACTIVATION OF YOUR HOME SMOKE DETECTOR The paint manufacturer recommends three burn cycles to cure the paint The first two burns should be low heat approximately 250 F for 20 minutes each using paper and light kindl
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