Vermont Casting 2547CE Indoor Fireplace User Manual
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1. 257 flue collar height ism F AL 686 mm 27 Fig 1 Encore MF dimensions 2000971 3 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Installation SAFETY NOTICE IF YOUR ENCORE IS NOT PROP ERLY INSTALLED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRIC TIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIRE MENTS IN YOUR AREA Before you begin an installation be sure that Your stove and chimney connector will be far enough from combustible material to meet all clear ance requirements The hearth is large enough and is constructed prop erly to meet all requirements You have all necessary permits from local authori ties Your local building official is the final authority for ap proving your installation as safe and determining that it meets local and state codes The metal label permanently attached to the back of ev ery Vermont Castings stove indicates that the stove has been tested to current standards The test standards are UL 1482 and UI 737 for the US and EN13240 2001 A2 2004 for Europe Clearance and installation infor mation also is printed on the label When the stove is installed according to the information both on the label and in this2. CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design materials specifications prices and discontinue colors and products at any time without notice Encore Multi Fuel Heater Model 2547CE Item Description Part Number Item Description Part Number 1 Secondary Air Cover Plate 1601771 4 Left Griddle Quad 1301807 2 Flue Collar 8 See Chart Pg 28 5 Right Griddle Quad 1301832 3 Back See Chart Pg 28 6 Griddle 1300797 2000971 23 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Encore Multi Fuel Heater Model 2547CE continued Item Description 7 Griddle Handle Assembly 8 Top 9 Wedge 2 10 Upper Fireback 11 Flue Deflector 12 Damper 13 Damper Tabs 2 14 Damper Rod 15 Combustion Throat Hood 16 Lower Fireback 17 Damper Handle Screw 18 Damper Handle 19 Handle Insert 20 Steel Handle Stub 21 Left Side 22 LeftAir Plate Inner Side 23 Left Firebrick 24 Right Air Plate Inner Side 25 Right Side 26 Right Firebrick 27 Thermostat Handle Assembly 28 Thermostat Assembly 29 Bottom Grate 30 Front Grate 31 Primary Air Tube Cover Plate 32 Primary Air Frame 33 Primary Air Regulatory System 34 Bottom 35 Ashlip 36 Leg 24 Part Number 5004022 See Chart Pg 28 1301810 1308639 1409083 1308631 1601488 1600851 1308625 1308646 1201294 1600620 1600650 1600608 See Chart Pg 28 1308621 1601885 1308622 See Chart Pg 28 1601884 5004264 5005470 1307434 1308640 1308609 130741
3. 8 The salt air environment of coastal areas or a high humidity environment can be corrosive to the porcelain enamel finish These conditions can cause rusting of the cast iron beneath the porcelain enamel finish which will cause the porcelain enamel finish to flake off This warranty does not cover damage caused by a salt air or high humidity environment 9 CFM Corporation shall have no obligation to enhance or update any unit once manufactured IN NO EVENT SHALL CFM CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ALL IM PLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRAN TIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY SUPERCEDES ALL OTHER ORAL OR WRITTEN WARRANTIES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of inciden tial and consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state How to Obtain Service If a defect is noted within the warranty period the customer should contact a CFM Corporation Authorized Dealer or CFM Corporation if the purchase was direct with the following infor mation 1 Name address and telephone number of the purchaser 2 Date of purchase 3 Serial number from the label on the back 4 Nature of the defect or damage 5 Any relevant information or
4. Adjust the Damper as Needed The tension on the Encore s damper is adjustable to compensate for compression of the gasket that seals the damper to the upper fireback To adjust the damper 1 Remove the griddle Loosen the lock nut at the cen ter of the damper 2 Turn the pressure screw approximately one half turn clockwise 20 3 Tighten the lock nut Keep the pressure screw from turning as you tighten the nut Re test the damper Lock Nut Pressure Adjust ing Screw Fig 31 Adjusting the damper Tighten the Damper Handle as Needed Ahandle on the left side of the stove controls the damper The handle attaches to the damper rod with a set screw Periodically check the set screw and tighten as necessary How to Adjust the Door Latches The Encore s front doors as well as its ash pan door should close securely to prevent accidental open ing and to keep air from leaking into the stove On adequately adjusted doors the handles should resist slightly as they are turned to the closed position and the doors themselves should be drawn slightly toward the stove Over time the gasket around the doors will compress and the latch may need adjustment To adjust the handle on the front doors open the door on which the handle is mounted and rotate the handle one full turn counterclockwise Since this handle is threaded into the front door a complete revolution will adjust it enough so that the doors clos
5. Encore Multi Fuel Heater Model 2547CE Homeowner s Installation and Operating Manual SAFETY NOTICE IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED OPERATED AND MAIN TAINED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA Do Not Discard This Manual Retain for Future Use 2000971 5 07 Rev 5 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Congratulations on your choice of a Vermont Castings Encore Multi Fuel Heater With this purchase you have made a commitment to make the hearth a place of warmth beauty and comfort in your home At CFM Corporation we share that joy and appreciation for the hearth You may be assured that your cast iron Vermont Castings stove has been made with the utmost care and will provide you with many years of service At Vermont Castings we are equally committed to your satisfaction as a customer That is why we maintain an exclu sive network of the finest dealers in the industry Our dealers are chosen for their expertise and dedication to custom er service They are factory trained and knowledgeable about every Vermont Castings product Feel free to contact your Authorized Vermont Castings
6. Medium From 1 3 to 2 3 the distance to left High From 2 3 the distance to left to far left Conditioning Your Stove Cast iron is extremely strong but it can be broken with a sharp blow from a hammer or from the thermal shock of rapid and extreme temperature change The cast plates expand and contract with changes in temperature When you first begin using your Encore minimize thermal stress by allowing the plates to adjust gradually during three or four initial break in fires follow ing Steps 1 3 below Starting and Maintaining a Fire Burn wood or coal directly on the grate Do not elevate the fuel The damper must be open when starting a fire or when refueling Do not use chemicals or fluids to start the fire Do not burn garbage or flammable fluids such as gaso line naptha or engine oil 1 Open the stove damper and open the primary air control fully Place several sheets of crumpled newspaper in the stove Place on the paper six or eight pieces of dry kindling split to a finger width size and on the kin dling lay two or three larger sticks of split dry wood approximately 25 51 mm 1 2 in diameter Never use gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene char coal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or freshen 2000971 N Fig 24 Start fire with newspaper and dry kindling up a fire Keep all such liquids well away from the Encore while it is in use 3 Light the newspaper and
7. The curved lip should be upward under the ashlip of the stove Tighten securely N O 2000971 Spacers Fig 15 Use spacers and screws to position the ashdoor heat shield Attach the Primary Air Thermostat Handle The primary air thermostat handle is the smaller of the two black handles Secure the handle to the stub on the right side of the stove with an 8 32 x 2 slot head machine screw N ST635 Fig 16 Attach thermostat handle Attach the Damper Handle Use the 1 4 20 x 3 screw to attach the damper handle to the damper stub on the left side Assemble the Removable Insert Handle The white removable insert handle opens and closes the front doors Remove after 2 each use so it won t A get hot and store it in the handle holder in stalled behind the right front leg Assemble eae AN the handle by pass ing the 86 mm 3 screw through the ceramic shaft and into the bright metal nub Tighten carefully until snug Fig 17 Assemble the front door handle 11 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Operation HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS The Encore Multi Fuel Controls Two controls regulate the performance of the Encore a primary air control supplies oxygen for the fire and a damper directs air flow within the stove or directly up the vent Symbols cast into
8. door also passes through the retainer clip 19 Encore Multi Fuel Heater 3 Replace the doors on the stove Remove the griddle so you can reach in through the opening to posi tion the manifold Move the door manifold as high as possible without actually touching the upper air manifold and as far toward the center of the stove as possible without hitting the door manifold on the other door Tighten all screws 4 Open and close the doors to check that the door manifold does not interfere with either of the other manifolds Adjust as necessary Check the Operation of the Primary Air Shutter The primary air shutter is located at the back of the ash drop and is visible from the back of the stove Fig 30 The shutter must open and close freely when you move the thermostat lever If it does not remove any obstruc tion If you need assistance consult your local Vermont Castings Authorized Dealer Primary Air Shutter Fig 30 The primary air shutter must move freely Do not change the adjustment of the cable in an at tempt to gain increased firing The air shutter controls how much air can enter the stove but chimney draft is the force that pulls air into the stove If changing the thermostat handle position does not lead to changes in the fire s intensity it is probably due to weak chimney draft in the case of a weak fire you can t increase or an air leak in the stove in the case of a fire you can t decrease
9. under the terms of the limited warranty for a period not to exceed the remaining term of the original limited warranty or six 6 months whichever is longer Limited 1 Year Warranty The following parts of the woodburning stove are warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date you receive it The thermostat assem bly handles glass door panels cement and gasketing Any of these items found to be defective will be repaired or replaced at no charge upon the return of the part with postage prepaid to a CFM Corporation Authorized Dealer Any part repaired or replaced during the limited warranty period will be warranted under the terms of the limited warranty for a period not to exceed the remaining term of the original limited warranty or six 6 months whichever is longer Exclusions amp Limitations 1 This product must be installed or serviced by a qualified installer preferably NFI or WETT Canada certified as prescribed by the local jurisdiction It must be installed and operated at all times in accordance with the Installation and Operating instructions furnished with the product Any alteration willful abuse accident or misuse of the product shall nullify this warranty 2 This warranty is transferable however proof of original retail purchase is required 3 This warranty does not cover misuse of the this stove Mis use includes overfiring which will result if the
10. Dealer anytime you have a particular question about your stove or its performance This manual contains valuable instructions on the installation and operation of your Vermont Castings stove It also contains useful information on maintenance and assembly of this product We urge you to read the manual thoroughly and to keep it as a reference Sincerely All of us at CFM Corporation The Encore Multi Fuel 2547CE is designed for burning wood and most smokeless solid fuels Table of Contents Consult a professional solid fuel service person to Specifications install your stove or to advise you on the installation Installation should you wish to install it yourself Assembly Please read the entire manual before you install and I use your new room heater Failure to follow instructions Operation may result in property damage bodily injury or death Draft Management Maintenance Replacement Parts Warranty 2 2000971 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Specifications Encore Multi Fuel Model 2547CE Wood Smokeless Fuel Width leg to leg eeeeeeees 685 mm 277 Nominal heat output 42 3 kW 7 7 kW Depth leg to leg 380 mm 157 42 000 BTU hr 26 270 BTU hr Height to top of flue collar 152 or 203 mm 6 or 8 Minimum flue draught 12 Pa 12Pa Top Xil u ro ERAI ROUEN 640 mm 25v 0 048 WG 0 048 WG Rear KXIL u onc debeas 675 mm 2677 Mean flue gas temp 29TO i
11. F range indicate low to medium heat output e 260 315 C 500 600 F readings indicate medium heat output Readings of 315 400 C 600 750 F indicate high heat output Operating your Encore continuously at griddle temperatures of 385 C 750 F or higher may damage the cast iron or enamel finish Use the Air Control Settings that Work Best for You No single air control setting will fit every situation Each installation will differ depending on the quality of the fuel the amount of heat desired and how long you wish the fire to burn outdoor air temperature and pressure also affect draft The control setting also depends on your particular installation s draft or the force that moves air from the stove up through the chimney Draft is affected by such things as the length type and location of the chimney local geography nearby obstructions and other factors Refer to Page 23 for details on how the installation af fects performance Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures in the Encore and could even damage the combustor On the other hand too little draft can cause backpuffing into the room and or the plugging of the chimney or combustor How do you know if your draft is excessively high or low Symptoms of too much draft include an uncontrol lable burn or a glowing red stove part A sign of inad equate draft is smoke leaking into the room through the stove or chimney connector joint
12. ceiling support package while the bottom of the adapter is screwed to the chimney connector These adapters are designed so the top end will fit outside the inner wall of the chimney and the bottom end will fit inside the first section of chimney connector When assembled in this way any soot or creosote fall ing from the inner walls of the chimney will stay inside the chimney connector Securing the Single wall Connector to a Masonry Chimney Both freestanding masonry chimneys and fireplace ma sonry chimneys may be used for your installation Freestanding Installations If the chimney connector must pass through a combus tible wall to reach the chimney follow the recommenda tions in the Wall Pass Through section that follows The opening through the chimney wall to the flue the breech must be lined with either a ceramic or metal cylinder called the thimble which is cemented 2000971 HHUH THEA fT Slip Pipe Thimble Standard Connector Oval to Round Adapter Flue Collar Fig 5 An exploded view of the chimney connection in a free standing masonry installation securely in place Most chimney breeches incorporate thimbles but the fit must be snug and the joint between the thimble and the chimney wall must be cemented firmly A special piece called the thimble sleeve slightly smaller in diameter than standard connectors and most thimbles will facilitate the removal of the chimney
13. circumstances e g installation mode of operation when defect was noted A warranty claim will then start in process CFM Corporation reserves the right to withhold final approval of a warranty claim pending a visual inspection of the defect by authorized repre sentatives 27 CFM Corporation 410 Admiral Blvd Mississauga Ontario Canada L5T 2N6 800 668 5323 www cfmcorp com
14. manual local authorities in most cases will accept the label as evidence that the installation meets codes and can be approved However codes vary in different countries Before starting the installation review your plans with the local building authority You local dealer can provide any ad ditional information needed IMPORTANT FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE IN STALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN A DANGEROUS SITUATION INCLUDING A CHIMNEY OR HOUSE FIRE FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY AND DO NOT ALLOW MAKESHIFT COM PROMISES TO ENDANGER PROPERTY AND PER SONAL SAFETY Outside Air In some modern super insulated homes there is inadequate air for combustion because of insufficient air infiltration into the building Such air enters a home through unsealed cracks and openings Exhaust fans for kitchen or bath can compete with the stove for avail able air and compound the problem When poor draft is caused by a low infiltration rate opening a ground floor window on the windward side of the house and in the vicinity of the stove will usually alleviate the problem Another solution is to install a permanent outside air supply to the stove and or room In fact bringing air for combustion from outside the home directly to the air inlet of the stove is required for new construction in some areas Pressure variations within the house do not affect a stove equipped with an outside air supply and im proved stove performance ofte
15. positive connection kits ensure a tight fit between the stove flue collar and the chimney flue Fig 8 Fireplace installations whether connected to the flue above or through the fireplace opening have special clearance requirements to adjacent trim and the mantel Floor protection requirements also apply to fireplace installations Refer to Floor Protection section Flexible Connector Mantel Shield 7 Fireplace Adapter Kit Positive Con nection Fig 8 In this installation the chimney connector enters the firepalce opening and then connects to the chimney Wall Pass Throughs Whenever possible design your installation so the con nector does not pass through a combustible wall If you are considering a wall pass through in your installation check with your building inspector before you begin Also check with the chimney connector manufacturer for any specific requirements Some manufacturers make chimney components that may be used as wall pass throughs If using one of these make sure it has been tested and listed for use as a wall pass through Always adhere to local building codes when installing a wall pass through Figure 9 shows one recommended method All combustible material in the wall must be removed around the single wall connector to provide clearance
16. stove is used in such a manner as to cause one or more of the plates to glow red Overfiring can be identified later by warped plates and areas where the paint pigment has burned off Overfiring in enamel fireplaces is identified by bubbling cracking chipping and discoloration of the porcelain enamel finish CFM Corpora tion offers no warranty on chipping of enamel surfaces Inspect your woodburning stove prior to accepting it for any damage to the enamel 4 This warranty does not cover misuse of the stove as de scribed in the Owner s Guide nor does it cover any stove which has been modified unless authorized by a CFM Corporation 2000971 representative in writing This warranty does not cover damage to the stove caused by burning salt saturated wood chemically treated wood or any fuel not recommended in the Owner s Guide 5 This warranty does not cover a stove repaired by someone other than a CFM Corporation Authorized Dealer 6 Damage to the unit while in transit is not covered by this warranty but is subject to a claim against the common carrier Contact CFM Corporation Authorized Dealer from whom you purchased your stove or CFM Corporation if the purchase was direct Do not operate the stove as this may negate the ability to process the claim with the carrier T Claims are not valid where the installation does not conform to local building and fire codes or in their absence to the rec ommendations in our Owner s Guide
17. that is three times the pipe diameter Any material used to enclose the opening must be noncombustible Figure 9 shows another method of passing a connector through a wall All combustible material in the wall is cut away to provide the required clearance that is 3x the connector diameter The resulting space must remain empty A flush mounted sheet metal cover may be used on one side only If covers must be used on both sides each cover must be mounted on noncombustible spac ers at least 25 mm 1 clear of the wall DO NOT CONNECT AN ENCORE MULTI FUEL TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM Fig 9 A hollow wall pass through method This appliance must be installed on to hearth that meets the requirements of Part J of the Building Regu lations 2000 Combustion Appliances and Fuel Storage Systems This can be achieved by ensuring that the hearth is constructed and sized in accordance with the guidelines included in section 2 of approved document J The size and clearances of the hearth are as fol lows The constructed hearth should be constructed in ac cordance with the recommendations in document J and should be of minimum width 840 mm and minimum depth 840 mm if a free standing hearth b above or a minimum projection of 150 mm from the jamb if a recessed hearth a above Unless the stove hearth is completely noncombustible the bottom heat shield should be installed to provide radiant p
18. the stove are reminders of the correct directions for opening and closing the controls Damper Handle Griddle Handle Door Handle Air Control y Lever A GSS Door Handle Holder Be hind leg Handle Andirons Fig 18 The Encore controls are conveniently located and easy to operate A Single Air Control Regulates Heat Output and Burn Time The primary air control lever located on the right side of the stove controls the amount of incoming air for starting maintaining and reviving a fire More air entering the stove makes the fire burn hotter and faster while less air prolongs the burn at a lower heat level High and low settings appear in Figure 19 For the greatest air supply and maximum heat output but the shortest burn time move the lever toward the front of the stove For a fire that will last longer with less heat move the lever toward the rear of the stove 12 A Damper Directs Air Flow Within the Stove The damper handle on the left side of the stove opens and closes the damper to direct air flow within the stove The damper is open when the handle points to the back of the stove enabling smoke to pass directly into the chimney The damper must be open when starting or reviving a fire and whenever the griddle or doors are opened Low Heat High Heat Fig 19 The handle may
19. the use connecting fluepipes included in the following catego ries a Vitreous enamelled steel pipe complying with BS 6999 1989 1996 b Pipes made from stainless steel as descirbed in BS EN 1008 1 1995 grades 1 4401 1 4404 1 4432 or 1 4436 with flue wall thickness of at least 1 mm c Mild steel fluepipes complying with BS 1449 Part 1 1991 with a flue wall thickness of at least 3 mm d Cast iron fluepipes complying with BS 41 1973 1998 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Flue Pipes with a spigot and socket joint should be fitted with the socket facing upwards to contain con densates and moisture within the flue Joints should be made gas tight using proprietary jointing accessories or where appropriate by packing joint with noncombus tible rope and fire cement Double wall connectors must be tested and listed for use with solid fuel burning appliances Single wall con nectors should be made of 24 gauge or heavier steel Do not use galvanized connector it cannot withstand the high temperatures that can be reached by smoke and exhaust gases and may release toxic fumes under high heat The connector may be 152 mm 6 or 203 mm 8 in diameter If possible do not pass the chimney connector through a combustible wall or ceiling If passage through a com bustible wall is unavoidable refer to the section on Wall Pass Throughs Do not pass the connector through an attic a closet or similar concealed space The whole c
20. to the point at which the chimney connector enters the chimney Check these clearances Fapagm HHN Chimney Con nector Shield all iin J j M l STO p ERE ee ee ee Fig 7 Chimney connector enters chimney above the fire place opening If the chimney connector from your installation enters the chimney above a fireplace follow all the guidelines mentioned above for freestanding installations In addi tion give special consideration to the following points Check the clearance between the stove and the chimney connector and any combustible trim or the mantel Use the necessary combination of mantel trim and connector heat shields to achieve the required clearances Check the clearance between the chimney con nector and the ceiling If no heat shields are used the clearance should be at least 24 610 mm To find out how much this clearance may be reduced with heat shields see the clearance chart on Page 14 Encore Multi Fuel Heater The fireplace damper must be sealed to prevent room air from escaping up the flue However it must be possible to reopen the damper to inspect or clean the chimney Through the Fireplace If your fireplace opening height is at least 2672 675mm you may install an Encore Multi Fuel through the opening using a positive connection kit available from your local dealer These
21. 001148 Left Door Onl 1308637 2318637 2378637 1328637 2328637 1338637 Right Door Subassembl 5008647 30001149 30001344 30001145 30001143 30001147 Right Door Only 1308636 2318636 2378636 1328636 2328636 1338636 1307427 2317427 2377427 1327427 2327427 1337427 1308620 2318620 2378620 1328620 2328620 1338620 2000971 25 Encore Multi Fuel Heater 26 2000971 Warranty Limited 3 Year Warranty CFM Corporation warrants that this woodburning stove will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years from the date you receive it except that the catalyst thermostat assembly handles glass door panels cement and gasketing shall be warranted as described below CFM Corporation will repair or replace at its option any part found to be defective upon inspection by a CFM Corporation Authorized Dealer The customer must return the defective part or the stove with shipping prepaid to the Authorized Deal er or pay for any Authorized Dealer in home travel fees or ser vice charges for in home repair work It is the dealer s option whether the repair work will be done in the customer s home or in the dealer s shop If upon inspection the damage is found to be the fault of the manufacturer repairs will be authorized at no charge to the customer for parts and or labor Any woodburning stove or part thereof that is repaired or replaced during the limited warranty period will be warranted
22. 06 mm 16 from the front Hearth rugs do not satisfy the requirements for floor protection 2000971 Encore Multi Fuel Heater At least 150 mm or to a suitable heat resistant wall 1 Perimeter should be clearly marked e g edge of superimposed hearth b Free standing Keep the Stove a Safe Distance from Surrounding Materials Both a stove and its chimney connector radiate heat in all directions when operating and dangerous overheat ing of nearby combustible materials can occur if they are too close to the heat A safe installation requires that adequate clearance be maintained between the hot stove and its connector and nearby combustibles Clearance is the distance between either your stove measured from the bottom edge of the stove s top plate or chimney connector and nearby walls floors the ceiling and any other fixed combustible surface Your stove has special clearance requirements that have been established after careful research and test ing to both US and European standards These clear ance requirements must be strictly observed In addition furnishings and other combustible materials must be kept away from the stove as well In general a distance of 1219 mm 48 must be maintained between the stove and moveable combustible items such as dry ing clothes furniture newspapers firewood etc Keep ing those clearance areas empty assures that nearby surfaces and objects will not
23. 1 5000337 1308638 See Chart Pg 28 See Chart Pg 28 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 4T 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 Item Description Leg Leveler Ashdrop Pawl Assembly Short Adjustment Ashdoor Ashdoor Handle wood Ashdoor Hinge Pin Cotter Pin Ashdoor Ashdoor Hinge Support Ashpan Ashpan Bracket Ashpan Cover Airwash Manifold Front Left Door Air Manifold Left Door Door Hinge Strip Right Door Air Manifold Door Handle Assy w Set Screw Right Door Door Gasket Gasket Fiberglass 3 16 Left Door Glass2 Right Door Glass Door Latch Spacer Damper Ramp Slicer Poker Long Hinge Plns 4 SS SOC 7 16 20 x 1 Cup Pt Blk Rear Insulation Part Number 1201745 1308603 30002362 1308607 1600663 1208608 30001749 1308605 1601025 1601039 1601027 1308615 See Chart Pg 1307403 See Chart Pg 1308634 1307404 30001759 See Chart Pg 1203588 1203556 1408630 1408629 1408628 1201779 1301811 5005708 1600457 1200334 30004064 1 Included in 5008649 upper fireback assembly 28 28 28 2 Not interchangeable due to a heat reflective coating on the room side of the panels 2000971 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Encore Multi Fuel Heater Model 2547CE continued PartName Classic Green Moonlight Sand Red Blue Left Door Subassembl 5008648 30001150 30001345 30001146 30001144 30
24. D 267 613 1 This value can vary depending on how the stove Ed T i5 EA oid 20 p is operated the type and moisture content of the fuel Flue mass gas flow 12 0 g s 10 4 g s used as well as the design construction and climatic CO Emissions 13 O 7900 ppm 3200 ppm location of your home Figures shown are based on Area Heated il 129 sq m 1400 sq ft piominshmielGonsurpuon Qoan a aidera Daralan LoadiNg inini enaena Front or top i asas tss Chimney connector 2 This stove is approved for use with processed coal for 8 flue collar 203 mm 8 diameter fuels generally known as smokeless Ask your dealer for 6 flue collar 152 mm 6 diameter which fuels are acceptable in your area Chimney flue size for 8 flue collar 203 mm 8 minimum for 6 flue collar 152 mm 6 minimum Flue exit position Reversible top or rear Primary air Manually set thermostatically maintained Ash handling system Removable ash pan Glass panel High temperature ceramic Weight 159 kg 350 Ibs Drawings Not to Scale H 686 mm 27 gt T osi a 2 lt 572 mm 221 gt 127 mm mm 27 Sew k ER 181 2 H 641 mm 251 4 657 mm Top exit
25. be positioned anywhere between the two extremes for different heat levels The damper is closed when the handle points forward Exhaust gases are directed around the rear baffle be fore passing up the chimney When closing the damper be sure to pull firmly enough to snap it into the locked position Damper Positions raran Mode VIE rar 1 Closed Bypass Mode Lil Fig 20 The damper is either open or closed There are no intermediate positions 2000971 Two Ways to Add Fuel The Encore s griddle lifts for convenient top loading of fuel and is the easiest way to regularly add fuel In addition however the front doors open for adding an occasional log to a fire The Encore is not approved in Europe for operation with the front doors open To open the front doors insert the handle into the door latch stub and turn it to the left and up Fig 22 Handle re Fig 21 The Encore s hinged griddle makes it easy to top load wood Clockwise to OPEN Counterclockwise to CLOSE Fig 22 To open the front doors turn the handle clockwise To close them always close the left door first Turn the handle in the right door to the left and up to the open position and close it Finally push on the door as you turn the handle to the right and down The doors will draw in slightly and the handle should offer some resis tance as you turn it to the closed
26. close the door Gradually build up the fire by adding a few 76 127 mm 3 5 diameter splits If this is one of the first few break in fires let the fire burn brightly and then let it die out During the break in fires don t let the stove get hot ter than 260 C 500 F as measured on an optional stove top thermometer Adjust the air control lever as necessary to control the fire Some odor from the stove s hot metal the paint and the cement is normal for the first few fires NOTE Some chimneys need to be primed or warmed up before they will draw sufficiently to start a fire To correct this situation roll up a couple pieces of newspaper place them on top of the kindling and toward the back of the stove light them and close the doors This will encourage smoke to rise rapidly encouraging a good draft Once the draft is established open the front door and light the rest of the fuel from the bottom Do not light the main bed of fuel until the chimney begins drawing and repeat the procedure as often as necessary if the initial attempt is unsuccessful Fig 25 Add larger pieces of wood as the fire begins to burn well 4 If your Encore has been broken in previously using Steps 1 3 continue to build the fire gradually Add larger wood with a diameter of 76 102 mm 3 4 If 2000971 Encore Multi Fuel Heater burning wood continue adding split logs of this size to the briskly burni
27. con nector system for inspection and cleaning Thimble sleeves should be available from your local dealer To install a thimble sleeve slide it into the breech until it is flush with the inner flue wall Do not extend it into the actual flue passage as this could interfere with the draft The thimble sleeve should protrude 25 51 mm 1 2 into the room Fig 6 Use furnace cement and thin gasketing to seal the sleeve in place in the thimble Secure the chimney connector to the outer end of the sleeve with sheet metal screws Thimble Thimble Sleeve Chimney Con nector 45 Elbow Maximum ST243a Fig 6 The thimble made of either ceramic or metal must be cemented securely in place 2000971 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Without a thimble a suitable length of chimney con nector can be extended through the breech to the inner face of the flue liner and cemented securely in place Additional pieces of connector are then attached with sheet metal screws Fireplace Installations The chimney connector may be connected to the chimney above the fireplace opening or through the fireplace Above the Fireplace The Encore Multi Fuel may be connected to a chimney above a fireplace opening Fig 7 In such installa tions the stove is positioned on the hearth in front of the fireplace and the chimney connector rises from the stove top and then angles ninety degrees back into the chimney The chimney liner should extend
28. der the door mani fold 1 Remove the right and left door assemblies by raising the door until the lower hinge pin clears its drilling then angle the door bottom slightly outward and pull down to release the upper hinge pin Place the doors face down on a padded work surface 2 Remove the screws that hold the retainer clips in place and remove the clips On the right door re move the Phillips head machine screw that secures the door manifold to the upper right of the door as it faces you Swing the door manifold out of your way and remove the clip beneath it as well 3 Carefully lift the broken glass panel from the door Glass Panel Retainer Clips 4 ST640a Fig 29 An exploded view of the glass assembly for the left door Installing the Glass Check the gasket around the window it should be soft and resilient so the glass will seal properly against the door Replace the gasket if it has hardened or if it is compressed 1 Center the first pane of glass on the gasket Be sure to place the glass so the infrared reflective coating is on the exterior side 2 Secure the glass on both doors with the retainer clips except the one that belongs under the manifold of the right door but leave the screws a little loose Position the remaining clip under the right door manifold and swing the manifold back into position on the door Make sure the screw passing through the end of the manifold nearest the center of the
29. e draft through the airtight and result in a dangerous draft reversal 17 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Creosote Creosote is a by product of slow wood burning It s an organic tar that can condense in the flue if it s dense in the smoke and slow moving and cools off to less than 143 C 290 F Condensed creosote is volatile and can generate chimney fires if it gets hot enough All the features that affect chimney draft also affect creosote condensation so use whatever combination of installa tion features and operational steps will encourage good draft and minimize creosote production Because letting the smoke cool off and slow down is one of the keys to creosote production it makes sense to line a chimney to match the stove s outlet size for safety reasons as well as performance Consult a quali fied installer and check local and national codes for recommended chimney size Even the best stove installation will not perform well with poor fuel The best wood fuel is hardwood that has air dried 12 18 months Softwood burns but not as long as hardwood Fairly green wood has a good amount of moisture in it it will burn but some of the heat potential is used to drive the remaining moisture off the wood This reduces the amount that reaches your home and can contribute to a creosote problem There are mois ture meters available for firewood you can also judge your wood by its appearance and weight If you get it gree
30. e for combustion A slow lazy fire with the stove s air inlets fully open indicates a weak draft A brisk fire supported only by air entering the stove through the normal inlets indicates a good draft The stove s air inlets are passive they regulate how much air can enter the stove but they don t move air into it Depending on the features of your installation steel or masonry chimney inside or outside the house matched to the stove s outlet or oversized your system may warm up quickly or it may take a while to warm up and operate well With an airtight stove or insert one which restricts the amount of air getting into the firebox the chimney must keep the smoke warm all the way to the outdoors Some chimneys do this better than others Here s a list of features and their effects Masonry Chimney Masonry is a traditional material for chimneys but it can perform poorly when it serves an airtight stove Masonry is a very effective heat sink it absorbs a lot of heat It can cool the smoke enough to diminish draft The bigger the chimney the longer it takes to warm up It s often very difficult to warm up an outdoor masonry chimney especially an oversized one and keep it warm enough to maintain an adequate draft Steel Chimney Most factory made steel chimneys have a layer of insulation around the inner flue This insulation keeps the smoke warm The insulation is less dense than ma sonry so a steel chimney warms u
31. e securely To adjust the latch on the ash pan door loosen the small lock nut rotate the striker screw a half turn and re tighten the small lock Hold the striker screw to keep it from turning as you tighten the lock nut Make repeat ed small adjustments until the setting is right 2000971 Pawl Small Locking Nut N I Large Lock ing Nut Striker Screw Set Screw Handle Stub Fig 32 Turn the door latch striker screw in or out to tighten or loosen the door latch Replace the Stove Gaskets as Needed Your Encore uses rope type fiberglass gaskets to make a tight seal between some parts With use particularly on those parts that move gaskets can become brittle and compressed and can begin to lose their effective ness These will need periodic replacement All of the gaskets are made of fiberglass The sizes of replaceable gasket are listed below along with their applications Gasket Diameter And the Parts it Seals 5 16 The griddle to the stove top wire reinforced gasket 3 8 The ash door to the front of the ash drop 3 16 The outer glass panes to the doors 5 16 The damper to the upper fireback the front doors to the stove front and the doors to each other If you need to change a gasket first obtain an appropri ate replacement from your Vermont Castings Autho rized Dealer Wait until the fire is out and the stove has cooled Be sure to follow the standard safety procedure for
32. ey fire When wood is burned slowly it produces tar organic vapors and moisture that combine to form creosote The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire As a result creo sote residue accumulates on the flue lining When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire within the flue system that can damage the chimney and overheat adjacent combustible material If a significant layer of creosote has accumulated 3 mm 1 8 or more it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire If you do experience a chimney fire act promptly to e Close the damper and thermostat lever e Get everyone out of the house Call the Fire Department You should inspect the system every two weeks during the heating season as part of a regular maintenance schedule To inspect the chimney let the stove cool completely Then using a strong light sight up through the flue collar into the chimney flue If it is not possible to inspect the flue system in this fashion the stove must be disconnected to provide better viewing access Clean the chimney using a brush the same size and shape as the flue liner Flexible fiberglass rods are used to run the brush up and down the liner causing any deposits to fall to the bottom of the chimney where they can be removed through the clean out door 22 Clean the chimney connector by disconnecting the sec tions taking them outside and remov
33. have no cracks loose mortar other signs of deterioration and blockage Repair any defects before the chimney is used with your stove Unused openings in an existing masonry chimney must be sealed with masonry to the thickness of the chimney wall and the chimney liner should be repaired Open ings sealed with pie plates or wallpaper are a hazard and should be sealed with mortar or refractory cement In the event of a chimney fire flames and smoke may be forced out of these unused thimbles The chimney should be thoroughly cleaned before use A newly built masonry chimney must conform to the standards of your local building code or in the absence of a local code to a recognized national code Masonry chimneys must be lined either with code approved masonry or pre cast refractory tiles stainless steel pipe or a code approved poured in place liner The chimney s clean out door must seal tightly 2000971 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Prefabricated Chimneys These should be an internal diameter of 150 mm 6 and be of the twin wall insulated construction that has been approved for solid fuel use e g Rite Vent ICS of ICID Lite Chimney Systems Diameters over 200 mm 8 are not recommended due to the large cross sec tion causing excessive cooling of the flue gases DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE Chimney Size An Encore Multi Fuel with an 203 mm 8 flue collar is sized for venti
34. heet metal screws Secure each joint between sections of chimney con nector including telescoping joints with at least three 6 sheet metal screws The pre drilled holes in the top of each section of chimney connector serve as guides when you drill 3 mm 1 8 holes in the bottom of the next section Secure the chimney connector to the chimney Instructions for various in stallations follow Besure the installed stove and chimney connec tor are correct distances from nearby combustible materials NOTE Special slip pipes and thimble sleeves that form telescoping joints between sections of chimney con nector are available to simplify installations They often eliminate the need to cut individual connector sections Consult your local dealer about these special pieces Fig 4 the crimped end of the connector points toward stove Securing the Single wall Connector to a Prefabricated Chimney Follow the installation instructions of the chimney manufacturer exactly as you install the chimney The manufacturer of the chimney will supply the accesso ries to support the chimney either from the roof of the house atthe ceiling of the room where the stove is installed or from an exterior wall Special adapters are available from your local dealer to make the connection between the prefabricated chimney and the chimney connector The top of such adapters attaches directly to the chimney or to the chimney s
35. ically every one to three days The frequency will vary depending on how you operate your Encore ash will accumulate faster at higher heat outputs Remove ash frequently and place it outdoors in a metal container with a tight fitting lid Place the closed container of ash on a noncombustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pend ing final disposal If the ash is disposed of by burial in Soil or otherwise locally dispersed it should be kept in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled You can use wood ash as a garden fertilizer CAUTION Never use your household or shop vacuum cleaner to remove ash from the stove always remove and dispose of the ash properly Fig 28 Be sure the cover is securely attached before remov ing the ash pan 2000971 A stove is part of a system which includes the chimney Encore Multi Fuel Heater Draft Management the operator the fuel and the home The other parts of the system will affect how well the stove works When there is a good match between all the parts the system works well Wood stove or insert operation depends on natural unforced draft Natural draft occurs when the smoke is hotter and therefore lighter than the outdoor air at the top of the chimney The bigger the temperature difference the stronger the draft As the smoke rises from the chimney it provides suction or draw that pulls air into the stov
36. ing any deposits with a stiff wire brush Reinstall the connector sections after cleaning being sure to secure the joints between individual sections with sheet metal screws If you cannot inspect or clean the chimney yourself contact your local Vermont Castings Dealer or a profes sional chimney sweep Annual Maintenance Every Spring at the end of the heating season perform a thorough cleaning inspection and repair Thoroughly clean the chimney and chimney connector nspect the chimney for damage and deterioration Replace weak sections of prefabricated chimney Have a mason make repairs to a masonry chimney nspect the chimney connector and replace any damaged sections Check gasketing for wear or compression and re place if necessary nspect and clean the catalytic element and vacuum out the ash at the bottom of the back plate after re moving the lower fireback Lightly clean the refracto ry assembly that houses the element but be careful not to damage the refractory material which is very fragile Check door and damper handles for tightness Ad just if needed Check heat shield screws Tighten as necessary Clean dust from the inner sides of bottom rear and connector heat shields Remove ashes from the ash pan and replace with moisture absorbing material such as cat litter to keep the stove interior dry Touch up the paint on black stoves 2000971 Encore Multi Fuel Heater
37. n lift a piece and get a sense of its weight it can lose a third or more of its weight as it dries Also look at the ends of a log as it dries it shrinks and often cracks The more weathered and cracked a piece is the drier it is Dry wood burns readily with a good chimney draft But with modern stoves especially catalytic ones the wood can be too dry While extra dry wood has little creosote in it the remainder can gas out from the wood quickly and densely enough to overload the catalytic burner If you hear a rumbling or roaring noise like a propane torch from the stove that is a sign the catalyst is seri ously overfiring The catalyst is a platinum film on a ceramic base the metal can get to higher temperatures than the ceramic can take and overfiring the catalyst can break it Dry wood can also burn out faster than you want If your dry wood burns out too quickly or overloads the catalyst you can mix in greener wood to slow the fire down Back puffing Back puffing results when the fire produces volatile gases faster than the chimney draft pulls them out of the firebox The gases back up in the firebox till they re dense enough and hot enough to ignite If your stove back puffs you should open the damper to let the smoke rise to the flue more quickly let more air into the 18 firebox and avoid big loads of firewood You should always see lively dancing flames in the firebox a lazy smoky fire is inefficient ca
38. n in cluded with your stove We recommend using this glove whenver operating door or damper controls and espe cially when operating the top griddle 2 De ash the stove as described above Open the front doors and check the level of ash in the ash pan Empty the pan if necessary and replace it in the stove Close the front doors 3 Open the griddle load the wood smaller pieces first and close the griddle When burning coal it is 15 Encore Multi Fuel Heater recommended only to add briquettes to the level of the front grate 4 Close the damper 5 When the surface temperature reaches 230 C 450 F adjust the air control for the amount of heat you desire NOTE If the remaining coal bed is relatively thick and if wood fuel is well seasoned it is possible to add fresh fuel smaller pieces first close the door and damper and reset the primary air thermostat for the desired heat output CAUTION The Encore Multi Fuel will be hot while in operation Keep children clothing and furniture away Contact may cause skin burns DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS HEATER Overfiring may cause a house fire or can result in perma nent damage to the stove If an exterior part of the Endore MF glows you are overfiring Ash Disposal You should remove ash before it reaches the top of the ash pan Check the level at least once a day Every few days clear any ash from the outer edges of the firebox Most of the ash will fall thr
39. n lead to back puffing and can contribute to creosote buildup in the chimney Draft Testing An easy way to test your chimney draft is to close the stove s damper wait a few minutes to let the airflow stabilize then see whether you can vary the strength of the fire by swinging the air control open and closed Results are not always instant you may need to wait a few minutes for a change in the air control setting to have an effect on the fire If there s no change then the draft isn t strong enough yet to let you close the damper and you ll need to open it for a while longer and manage the fire with the air inlet until the draft strengthens If you keep track of your burning habits and relate them to their effects on the stove s operation you ll be rewarded with good performance and a safe system In many cases local or national codes require the installation of permanently open air vents particularly with larger appliances i e above 5 kW Refer to these codes to determine specific requirements for your installation Negative Pressure Good draft also depends on a supply of air to the stove a chimney can t pull in more air than is available to it Sluggish draft results when a house is tight enough to prevent the ready flow of air to the stove or by competi tion between the stove and other equipment that sends indoor air outside especially power driven equipment like range hoods clothes dryers etc If the chimney draws
40. n results An Outside Air Adapter Kit for the Encore Multi Fuel is available from your local Vermont Castings dealer Chimney Height Altitude affects chimney performance When using a 152 mm 6 flue collar on the Encore Multi Fuel refer to Figure 2 for suggested chimney heights at various altitudes Chimney height should be measured from the flue collar to the top of the chimney The recommended minimum chimney height is 4 9 m 16 0 200 4000 0000 800 10000 12000 Altitude Fig 2 Chimney height requirements for Encore MF when equipped with a 152 mm 6 chimney 2000971 What Kind of Chimney to Use You must connect the Encore Multi Fuel to a code ap proved masonry chimney with a flue liner to a relined masonry chimney that meets local codes or to a prefabricated metal chimney Fig 3 The chimney and chimney connector must be in good condition and kept clean If you use an existing masonry chimney it must be inspected to ensure it is in a safe condition before the stove is installed Your local professional chimney Sweep building inspector or fire department official will be able to inspect the chimney or provide a referral to someone who can A prefabricated double wall insulated chimney Atile lined masonry Fig 3 Approved chimney types Masonry Chimneys An inspection of the chimney must confirm that it has a lining Do not use an unlined chimney The chimney should
41. ng fire until there is a glowing ember bed at least 76 mm 3 deep If burning coal begin adding small amount directly on the kindling to establish a burning coal pile 5 Close the damper when the griddle temperature reaches 230 C 450 F 6 Adjust the air control for your desired heat output Refuel While the Embers Are Still Hot Always wear stove gloves to protect your hands from hot surfaces while refueling The following guidelines will help you achieve the best results De ash the stove by stirring the fuel bed to allow ash to fall through the grate It is important that plenty of air is able to circulate through the charcoal bed Do not break pound or compress the charcoal into very small pieces Larger pieces of charcoal allow more air to circulate under the wood and result in the fire reviving more quickly ST264a Fig 26 Add full size logs when the kindling has burned down to a bed of embers When burning coal it is important to de ash the coalbed to maintain steady heat output Use the slicer poker supplied with the Encore to stir and break up the coal pile removing as much ash as possible Add fuel while the stove still has plenty of glowing embers to rekindle the fire Include a few small pieces of wood in the new fuel load to help the stove quickly regain operating temperature Use this sequence as a guide to successful refueling 1 Open the damper NOTE Door handles can be hot A glove has bee
42. ng into a masonry chimney with a nominal flue size of 8 x 8 203 x 203 mm or 8 x 12 203 x 305 mm and into a round flue with nominal flue size of 8 203 mm An Encore Multi Fuel with a 6 152 mm flue collar is approved for venting into a masonry chim ney with a nominal flue size of 8 x 8 203 x 203 mm and into a round flue with nominal flue of 6 152 mm NOTE When installed with a 6 flue collar the Encore Multi Fuel is not recommended for use with the front doors open Whatever the flue collar size an Encore Multi Fuel may be vented into larger chimneys as well How ever chimneys with liners larger than 203 x 305 mm 8 x 12 may experience rapid cooling of smoke and reduction in draft especially if the chimneys are located outside the home These large chimneys may need to be insulated or have their flues relined for proper stove performance Accessories to help make the connection between stainless steel chimney liners and your Encore Multi Fuel are available through your local dealer Chimney Connector Guidelines A chimney connector is the double wall or single wall pipe that connects the stove to the chimney The chim ney itself is the masonry or prefabricated structure that encloses the flue Chimney connectors are used only to connect the stove to the chimney as in Figure 6 Connecting Flue Pipes Connector pipes should meet the requirements of the building regulations This can be achieved by
43. onnector should be exposed and accessible for in spection and cleaning The recommended maximum length of a horizontal stovepipe run is 152 mm 6 In cathedral ceiling installations extend the prefabricat ed chimney downward to within 2 4 m 8 of the stove Wear gloves and protective eyewear when drilling cutting or joining sections of chimney connector Double wall Chimney Connectors Information on assembling and installing double wall connectors is provided by the manufacturer of the double wall pipe Follow the manufacturer s instructions exactly as you assemble the connector and attach it to the stove and chimney Using chimneys and connectors from the same manufacturer makes the assembly and installation straightforward NOTE For installations using double wall connectors minimum clearances must conform to the listed clear ances in the clearance chart on Page 13 If the Encore Multi Fuel is equipped with the 203 mm 8 flue collar an oval to round adapter will be needed Your local dealer can help you select the right connec tor Single wall Chimney Connectors Begin assembly at the flue collar of the stove Insert the first crimped end into the stove s flue collar Keep each crimped end pointing toward the stove Fig 5 Using the holes in the flue collar as guides drill 3 mm 1 8 holes in the bottom of the first section of chimney connector and secure it to the flue collar with three 10 x 1 2 s
44. ople to move your Encore MF into position Wash the protective coating of oil from the griddle with soap and water Dry the griddle thoroughly and apply a light coating of vegetable oil to season the surface and help prevent rust Remove all packing materials from inside the stove Install the Optional Bottom Heat Shield 1 Remove the four 10 24 x 1 2 hex head bolts from the corners of the ash drop on the stove bottom 2 Screw the four 32 mm 174 spacers into the holes from which you removed the bolts finger tight 3 Align the bottom heat shield against the spacers with the stepped side toward the rear of the stove 4 Secure the shield with the four hex head bolts previ ously removed from the stove bottom 5 Tighten securely Fig 14 Use four spacers to attach the bottom heat shield Adjust the Leg Levellers Lift the stove slightly so there is no weight on the leg while making the adjustment Reverse the Flue Collar If Necessary Reverse the flue collar by removing the two screws that attach it to the back of the stove Be sure the gasket around the flue collar opening is in position when you screw the collar back onto the stove Install the Ash Door Heat Shield 1 Remove the two Phillips pan head screws from the ash door Insert the screws through the ash door heat shield from the painted side place the 8 mm 5 16 spacers over the screws and carefully thread them back into the original holes
45. ough the grate Slice or stir the ash with a shovel or poker so that it falls through the grate slots IMPORTANT Check the level of ash in the ash pan before reloading the stove If the ash level is close to the top edge of the pan empty the pan according to this procedure Open the damper Open the griddle or front doors and use a shovel or poker to stir excess ash through the ash slots in the grate down into the ash pan Close the griddle or doors and unlatch the ash door It will pivot swinging the ash pan out of the stove Slide the cover onto the pan making sure it is se curely closed Fig 28 Remove the ash pan making sure to keep it level To keep the cover from sliding off and to keep ash from falling on the floor do not tilt the ash pan for ward If the stove is in operation close the ash door while disposing of the ash Properly dispose of the ash in a metal container with a tight fitting lid Store the container outdoors away from all combustible material 16 Fig 27 Turn the handle to the ash pan compartment clock wise to open and counterclockwise to close Return the ash pan to its original position in the stove and close and latch the ash door Do not operate the stove with the ash door open This will result in over firing and could cause dam age to the stove void the warranty or even lead to a house fire Empty the ash pan regularly typ
46. overheat s to Reduce Clearances Clearances As with any solid fuel heating stove extremely high surface temperatures can occur particularly in the event of uncontrolled operation e g if the doors are inadvertently left open It is crucial that suf ficient clearances are allowed to any combustible surfaces e g wooden mantels or lintels and to timber framed studded walls even if they are faced with noncombustible board Detailed information on fireplace and hearth construction is provided Encore Multi Fuel Heater in section 2 of Document J all installations must comply with these requirements or with the relevant National or local building standards Clearances to timber framed studded walls are in cluded below There are no specific minimum clearanc es to solid noncombustible surfaces e g the sides and rear of Inglenook fire openings constructed from solid masonry other than to allow safe access to the controls of the stove For this reason minimum side clearances of 125 mm and a minimum rear clearance of 50 mm are recommended Summary of Clearances Minimum recommended side clearances to non combustible surfaces 125 mm 5 Minimum recommended rear clearance to noncom bustible surfaces 50 mm 2 NOTE The minimum thickness of solid noncombus tible materials is specified in section 2 of Document J in relation to the clearance of the appliance from the surface As a general rule the thickness of
47. p more quickly than a masonry chimney Steel doesn t have the good looks of masonry but it performs much better Indoor Outdoor location Because the chimney must keep the smoke warm it s best to locate it inside the house This uses the house as insulation for the flue and allows some heat release into the home An indoor chimney won t lose its heat to the outdoors so it takes less heat from the stove to heat it up and keep it warm 2000971 The inside size of a chimney for an airtight stove should match the size of the stove s flue outlet When a chimney serves an airtight more is not better in fact it can be a disadvantage Hot gases lose heat through expansion if we vent a stove with a 152 mm 96 flue collar 181 sq cm 28 sq in area into a 254 x 254 mm 10 x 10 flue the gases expand to over three times their original size This cools the gases which weak ens draft strength If an oversized flue is also outside the house the heat it absorbs gets transferred to the outdoor air and the flue usually stays cool It s common for a masonry flue especially one serving a fireplace to be oversized for the stove It can take quite a while to warm up such a flue and the results can be disappointing The best solution to an oversized flue is an insulated steel chimney liner the same diam eter as the stove or insert s flue outlet the liner keeps the smoke warm and the result is a stronger draft An uninsulated line
48. position To reduce the risk of breaking the glass avoid striking the glass or slamming the doors When not using the door handle store it in the holder behind the right front leg of the stove This stove is designed to operate efficiently with the fire doors front doors and griddle closed The firebox and ash doors should be kept closed at all times except when refuelling or removing ashes 2000971 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Infrared Reflective Glass Panels for Clear Fire Viewing The inner surfaces of the infrared reflective glass panels are kept at a higher temperature than the outer surface This design along with a preheated airwash makes clear fire viewing possible at most levels of operation Burn Only High Quality Fuel The Encore is designed to burn natural wood and smokeless coal You ll enjoy the best results when burning wood that has been adequately air dried Avoid burning green wood that has not been properly seasoned or cord wood dried more than two years Do not burn con struction materials they often contain chemicals and metals that can damage the iron over time The wood should be 457 508 mm 18 20 in length The best hardwood fuels include oak maple beech ash and hickory that has been split stacked and air dried outside under cover for at least one year If hardwood is not available you can burn softwoods like include tamarack yellow pine white pine Eastern red cedar fi
49. r and redwood These too should be prop erly dried Store wood under cover to keep it dry The longer it is stored the better heating and fire viewing performance you will enjoy Even for short term storage however keep all fuels a safe distance from the heater and keep it out of the areas around the heater used for refueling and ash removal A Surface Thermometer is a Valuable Guide to Operation An optional surface thermometer lets you know when to adjust the air control and when to refuel Fig 23 Take temperature readings with the thermometer located in the middle of the griddle For example when the thermometer registers at least 230 C 450 F after start up you know the stove is hot enough to begin catalytic combustion and it may be time to close the damper Note that the stove will warm up much sooner than the chimney though a warm chimney is the key to easy effective stove opera tion Please review the draft management information 13 Encore Multi Fuel Heater on Page 17 to see how the size type and location of your chimney will affect your stove operation When thermometer readings drop below 175 C 350 F it s time to adjust the air control for a higher burn rate or to reload the stove A temperature reading over 385 C 750 F is a sign to cut back on the air supply to slow the burn rate Use the following temperature ranges as a guide to operation Readings in the 175 260 C 350 500
50. r is a second choice the liner keeps the smoke restricted to its original size but the smoke still must warm up the air around the liner This makes the warm up process take longer Pipe amp Chimney Layout Every turn the smoke must take as it travels to the chimney top will slow it down The ideal pipe and chim ney layout is straight up from the stove to a completely straight chimney If you re starting from scratch use this layout if possible If the stovepipe must elbow to enter a chimney locate the thimble about midway between the stove top and the ceiling This achieves several goals it lets the smoke speed up before it must turn it leaves some pipe in the room for heat transfer and it gives you long term flexibility for installing a different stove without relocating the thimble There should be no more than 2 4 m 8 of single wall stove pipe between the stove and a chimney longer runs can cool the smoke enough to cause draft and creosote problems Use double wall stove pipe for long runs Single venting Each airtight stove requires its own flue If an airtight stove is vented to a flue that also serves an open fire place or a leakier stove it s easier for the chimney draft to pull air in through those channels than it is to pull air through the airtight and performance suffers Imagine a vacuum cleaner with a hole in the hose to see the ef fect here In some cases the other appliance can even cause a negativ
51. rotection for framing which may be below the hearth Fig 11 2000971 Costructional Hearth Dimensions as below Hearth Surface Free of Com At least bustible Material 150 mm Perimeter should be clearly marked e g edge of superimposed At least hearth 300 mm a Fireplace recess Fig 10 Noncombustible hearth surface dimensions Wood framing requires pro tection from radiant heat ST247e Fig 11 Combustible supporting timbers may lie beneath fireplace hearths reqireimg additional floor protection Floor Protection for Fireplace Installations Do not assume that your fireplace hearth is completely noncombustible Many fireplace hearths do not meet the completely noncombustible requirement because the brick or concrete in front of the fireplace opening is supported by heavy wood framing Fig 11 Because heat passes through brick or concrete readily it can easily pass through to the wood As a result such fireplace hearths can be a fire hazard and are considered a combustible floor Keep in mind also that many raised hearths will extend less than the required clearance from the front of the heater when it is installed In such cases sufficient floor protection as described above must be added in front of the hearth to satisfy the minimum floor protector requirement from the front of the stove 4
52. s low heat and dirty glass In some newer homes that are well insulated and weather tight poor draft may result from insufficient air in the house In such instances an open window near the stove on the windward side of the house will provide the fresh air needed In some areas provisions for outside combustion air are required Refer to section 2 of Document J which requires an outside air vent for appliances with power outputs over 5 kW Always refer to national and local codes to determine your specific requirements 14 Your Encore will accept a duct to deliver outside air for combustion When first using the stove keep track of the air control settings You will quickly find that a specific setting will give you a fixed amount of heat It may take a week or two to determine the amount of heat and the length of burn you should expect from various settings Most installations do not require a large amount of combustion air especially if adequate draft is available Do not for any reason attempt to increase the firing of your heater by altering the air control adjustment range outlined in these directions Use the following air control settings as a starting point to help determine the best settings for your installation Each is described as a fraction of the total distance the lever may be moved from right to left Encore Control Settings Burn Rate Primary Air Control Low From far right to 1 3 the distance to left
53. solid non combustible material forming the recess of a fireplace is a minimum of 200 mm Minimum rear clearance from combustible walls e g timber framed or studded walls 840 mm 33 measured from the rear edge of the stove top Fig 12 B at least 1 5xD Elevation Without Plan Without Shield and combustible material Fig 12 Minimum clearances Minimum side clearance from combustible walls 610 mm 24 measured from the side edge of the stove top Fig 12 A Minimum distance from stove to movable combus tible materials e g furniture drying clothes etc 1220 mm 48 Connecting Flue Pipe Clearances Single wall connecting fluepipes can reach extremely high temperatures therefore clearances from the con necting fluepipe chimney connector must comply with the requirements of Part J of Building Regulations 2000 Combustion Appliances and Fuel Storage Systems This can be achieved by following the recommenda tions of Approved Document J These are as shown in Figure 13 at least atleast 3 x D D 15xD lt gt gt gt at least 1 5 xiD Fluepipe at least 1 5xD H Air space of at least 12 mm between noncombustible shield Plan With Elevation Shield Shield With Shield Fig 13 Connecting fluepipe clearances 10 2000971 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Assembly Set Up Your Stove Cast iron stoves are heavy and it will take two to four pe
54. such as enamelled parts glass or handles around the spot to be painted Clean the spot with a wire brush Remove the griddle and set it aside Then touch up the stove with Vermont Castings high temperature stove paint Apply the paint sparingly two light coats of paint are better than a single heavy one Care of the Porcelain Enamel Surface Use a dry or slightly damp rag or soft brush to remove spills or stains For difficult jobs that require a cleaning agent use only a kitchen appliance cleaner or polish recommended for use on enamel surfaces Cleaning the Glass Most of the carbon deposits on the glass will burn off during hot fires However the ash residue that accumulates on the glass surface should be removed regularly to prevent etching To clean the glass follow this procedure Be sure the glass is completely cool Clean the glass with water or a cleaner made espe cially for this purpose Do not use abrasive cleaners Rinse the glass thoroughly Dry the glass completely Replace Broken Glass Immediately Do not operate your stove if the glass in the doors is damaged If you need to replace the glass use only the high tem perature ceramic glass supplied by Vermont Castings Do not use substitutes Be sure to specify left or right glass the panels are not interchangeable 2000971 Removing the Glass The left door is slightly different from the right in that one of its retainer clips is located un
55. t or hammer block of wood 8 Clean any excess cement from around the chan nel then let the cement that holds the new gasket dry thoroughly Adjust the Door If Necessary The stove s door s may need adjustment after you have regasketed it Initially it may require loosening to accommodate the new gasket after a few weeks it may need tightening to compensate for compression of the new gasket The directions for adjusting the doors are on Page 20 21 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Permanent Encore Multi Fuel Gaskets Other gaskets form seals between non moving parts but these are not subject to the same wear and dete rioration as gaskets on moving parts It is unlikely that you will ever need to replace these gaskets unless the involved parts are disassembled and then put back together If this is the case the job should be done only by a qualified service technician 5 16 diameter gasket seals the following parts The flue collar to the stove back The lower fireback to the sides The Chimney System Creosote Your Encore is designed to reduce creosote build up significantly However regular chimney inspection and maintenance must still be performed For safety good stove performance and to protect your chimney and chimney connector inspect your chimney and chimney connector on a regular schedule Clean the system if necessary Failure to keep the chimney and connector system clean can result in a serious chimn
56. well with all other equipment turned off or sealed in the case of fireplaces and or other stoves then you simply need to be careful with timing the use of the other gear If you need to crack a nearby window or door to enable the chimney to pull well that s a sign that you should install an outside air intake to bring combustion air directly to the stove For most of our stoves we carry adapters to attach to the stove to con nect an air duct for outdoor combustion air Conclusion Wood burning is an art rather than a science Once the stove and chimney system are in place you can only vary your technique mostly your timing to achieve good results If you keep track of your burning habits and relate them to their effects on the stove s operation you ll be rewarded with good performance and a safe system 2000971 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Maintenance Below you will find important information on general care inspection and maintenance of your Vermont Castings stove Should it become necessary use only replacement parts recommended by your authorized dealer Keep Your Stove Looking New and Working Its Best Let the fire in the stove go out and allow the stove to cool completely before beginning any maintenance procedure Care of the Cast Iron Surface An occasional dusting with a dry rag will keep the painted cast iron of your Encore looking new The stove s paint can be touched up as needed First mask the areas
57. working with dusty materials Wear safety goggles and a dust mask The procedure for replacing gaskets is the same re gardless of the gasket location Follow these steps 1 Remove the existing gasket by grasping an end and pulling firmly 2 Use a wire brush or the tip of a screwdriver to clean the channel of any remaining cement or bits of gasket Fig 33 Remove stubborn deposits of cement with a cold chisel if necessary 2000971 Encore Multi Fuel Heater Fig 33 Remove gasket then clean channel with wire brush 3 Determine the correct length of the appropriate sized gasket by laying it out in the channel Allow an extra 25 51 mm 1 2 and mark the spot to be cut Fig 34 4 Remove the gasket from the channel place it on a wood cutting surface and cut it at the marked spot with a utility knife Twist the ends slightly to keep the gasket from unraveling Fig 34 Lay a bead of gasket cement then press gasket in place 5 Lay an unbroken 3 mm 1 8 bead of gasket cement in the newly cleaned channel 6 Starting at one end press the gasket into the chan nel Fig 34 Ensure a good joint where the gasket meets before trimming any excess Do not overlap the gasket ends or leave ends with ragged edges 7 Press the gasketed part firmly against its normal mating surface to seat the gasket evenly in its channel Close and latch the door to do this or tap other parts with the rubber malle
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