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1. The Intrepid Multi Fuel Heater Model 1695 Homeowner s Installation and Operating Manual SAFETY NOTICE IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED OPERATED AND MAINTAINED 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 NATIONAL We recommend that our woodburning FIREPLACE hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as NFI Woodburning Specialists or who are certified in Canada by CERTIFIED Wood Energy Technical Geen Technical Training www www nficertified org Training WETT The models outlined in these installation instructions are for export outside of North America Do Not Discard This Manual Retain for Future Use 2000970 2 06 Rev 5 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Congratulations on your choice of a Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Heater With this purchase you made a commitment to make the hearth a place of warmth beauty and comfort in your home At Vermont Castings we share that joy and appreciation for the hearth and we show it in all our cast iron stoves and fire places As you become acquai
2. 200 x 200 mm and into a round flue size of 6 150 mm It may not be vented into larger chimneys without a liner to reduce the effective flue size to 6 150mm diam eter Larger chimneys must have their flues relined for proper stove performance Accessories to make the connection between stainless steel chimney liners and your Intrepid Il are available through your local dealer Chimney Connector Guidelines Chimney connector is the double wall or single wall pipe that connects the stove to the chimney The chim ney is a masonry or prefabricated structure that enclos es the flue Chimney connectors are used only to make the connection from the stove to the chimney Double wall chimney connectors must be tested and listed for use with solid fuel burning appliances Sin gle wall chimney connectors should be made of 24 gauge or heavier steel and should be 6 150 mm in diameter Do not use galvanized connector it cannot withstand the high temperatures that can be reached by smoke and gases and may release toxic fumes under high heat 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 follow ing on Wall Pass Throughs Do not pass the chimney connector through an attic a closet or any similar con cealed space The whole connector should be exposed and accessible for inspection and cleaning Keep the ho
3. wo O 914 mm 330 mm 889 mm 25 mm 0 1016 mm moo nono ou ou L Baw Oo or Ww ST509b Fig 21 Parallel installations with rear wall pass through two wall shields Reduced clearances for both rear and side walls Wall shields may meet at corner if desired Shielding for con nector is centered behind connector Wall pass through must comply with codes 25 mm 864 mm 1219 mm 889 mm A B C D woh ow ook ST510b Fig 22 Corner installation vertical chimney connector with rear stove connector and wall shields Wall shields MUST meet at corner Connector heat shield extends 28 711 mm above flue collar A 24 610 mm diameter ceiling heat shield must surround the chimney and be suspended 1 25 mm from ceiling 2000970 A 36 914 mm B 30 762 mm C 1 25 mm D 35 889 mm E 44 1118 mm F 40 1016 mm ST508c Fig 23 Parallel installation vertical chimney connector with stove connector and wall shields Maximum reduction for rear and side walls Wall shields may meet at corner A heat shield 24 610 mm in diameter suspended 1 25 mm below the ceil ing must surround the chimney 914 mm 330 mm 889 mm 25 mm 1016 mm 762 mm 1118 mm QOm7mmoovow gt y gt unnn OR Aw Aw oo ow Oo iN K ST509c Fig 24 Parallel installati
4. B 30 C 20 D 12 E 16 F 10 No stove heat shields 610 mm 762 mm 508 mm 305 mm 410 mm 254 mm K 9 Top exit rear stove h s G 24 H 16 I 12 J 12 single wall chimney 610 mm 410 mm 305 mm 305 mm 229 mm connector with connector heat shields 1 Rear exit rear stove M 24 N 14 NA P 12 Q 9 heat shield only 610 mm 356 mm 305 mm 229 mm a a Top exit rear stove 7 he double wall G 24 1 12 chimney connector 610 mm 410 mm 305 mm Chimney Connector Clearance Single wall chimney connector no 26 661 mm connector heat shields Single wall chimney connector with 10 254 mm connector heat shields Double wall 12 305 mm connector Front Clearance to Combustibles All Installations 48 1219 mm Clearances with double wall connectors and protected surfaces have not been tested for the Intrepid 1 Shielding for a top exit stove must include the stove rear heat shield insert to protect the area behind the flue collar 2 Chimney connector heat shields in an installation that goes through a combustible ceiling must extend to 1 25 mm below the ceiling heat shield which is 22 559 mm in diameter The ceiling heat shield should be 24 gauge or heavier sheet metal centered on the chimney connector and mounted on non combustible spacers 3 Rear exit horizontal from flue collar directly bac
5. regardless of the gasket location 1 Remove the existing gasket by grasping an end and pulling firmly 2 Use a wire brush or a screwdriver to clean the channel of any remaining cement or bits of gasket Remove stubborn deposits of cement with a cold chisel if necessary Fig 43 Fig 43 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 1 2 25 51 mm and mark the spot to be cut 4 Remove the gasket from the channel place it ona wood cutting surface and cut it at the marked spot with a utility knife Twist the ends slightly to keep the gasket from unraveling 5 Lay an unbroken 1 8 3 mm bead of gasket cement in the newly cleaned channel Starting at one end press the gasket into the channel Ensure a good joint where the gasket meets before trimming any excess Do not overlap the gasket ends or leave ends with ragged edges Fig 44 6 Press the gasketed part firmly against its normal mating surface to seat the gasket evenly in its chan nel Fig 44 Lay a bead of gasket cement then press new gasket in place 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel N For doors replace the doors and close them on a piece of waxed paper to keep the cement from migrating onto the stove front or tap other parts with t
6. continue to build the fire gradually Add larger wood with a diameter of 3 4 76 102 mm as in Figure 37 Continue adding split logs of this size to the briskly burning fire until there is a glowing ember bed at least 3 75 mm deep A good ember bed is necessary for proper functioning of the catalytic system and may take an hour or more to establish 5 Close the damper when the griddle temperature reaches 450 F 230 C 6 Adjust the air control for your desired heat output Refuel While the Embers Are Still Hot Reload the Intrepid Multi Fuel while it is still hot and there are plenty of glowing embers to rekindle the fire Include some smaller pieces of wood in the new load of fuel to help the stove rebuild its operating temperature quickly 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Fig 37 Add larger pieces of wood as the fire begins to burn well Wear stove gloves and follow this procedure when you reload your stove 1 Open the thermostat lever 2 Open the damper 3 Check the ash level in the ash pan empty if neces sary and replace the pan 4 Use the slicer poker to freshen the coals Position the coals in the middle of the firebox 5 Add fuel NOTE If the remaining charcoal bed is relatively thick and if your 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
7. 24 610 mm rear exit 21 533 mm top exit 1934 502 mm rear exit 20 508 mm 2114 540 mm Z OKA 21 546 mm Fig 1 Intrepid Multi fuel Heater dimensions 2000970 254 641 mm Top exit flue collar height this value can vary depending on how the stove is operated the type and moisture content of the fuel used as well as the design construction and climatic location of your home Figures shown are based on maximum fuel consumption obtained under laboratory conditions and on average efficiencies 2 These values are based on operation in building code conforming homes under typical winter climate condi tions in New England If your home is of nonstandard construction e g unusually well insulated not insu lated built underground etc or if you live in a more severe or more temperate climate these figures may not apply Since so many variables affect performance consult your Vermont Castings Company authorized dealer to determine realistic expectations for your home DRAWINGS NOT TO SCALE j 533 mm 13 y 349 mm Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Installation SAFETY NOTICE IF YOUR STOVE IS NOT PROP ERLY INSTALLED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
8. 3 75 mm short legs may be used only on such hearths that meet the width and depth require ments outlined previously under floor protection Hearth rugs do not satisfy the requirements for floor protection Fireplace installations also have special clearance requirements to the side walls side decorative trim and fireplace mantel Refer to the information on fireplace and mantel trim shields in this section Wood framing requires pro tection form radiant heat ST247a Fig 11 Supporting timbers under fireplace hearth are consid ered to be combustible Keep the Stove and Connector a Safe Dis tance from Surrounding Materials Specifications herein are primarily related to common timberframe construction Both a stove and its chimney connector radiate heat in all directions when operat ing and dangerous overheating 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 back 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 testing These clearance requirements must be str
9. 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 Canadian law requires a matching liner to serve any stove or insert vented through a fireplace chimney in the US the National Fire Protection Association recommends one if the flue is more than three times bigger in square area than the outlet on the stove or insert Some localities enforce the NFPA guidelines as part of their building codes 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Even the best stove installation will not perform well with poor fuel The best 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 green li
10. Misuse includes overfiring which will result if the Intrepid is used in such a man ner 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 Corporation offers no warranty on chipping of enamel surfaces Inspect your woodburning stove prior to accepting it for any damage to the enamel 3 This warranty does not cover misuse of the stove as described in the Owner s Guide nor does it cover any stove which has been modi fied unless authorized by a CFM Corporation representative in writing This warranty does not cover damage to the Intrepid Multi Fuel caused by burning salt saturated wood chemically treated wood or any fuel not recommended in the Owner s Guide 4 This warranty does not cover a stove repaired by someone other than a CFM Corporation Authorized Dealer 5 Damage to the unit while in transit is not covered by this warranty but is subject to a claim against the common carrier Contact Vermont Castings 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 6 Claims are not valid where the installation does not conform to lo cal building and fire codes or in thei
11. 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 chimney 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 As a result creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire within the flue system that can dam age the chimney and overheat adjacent combustible material If you do have a chimney fire act promptly to e Close the damper and thermostat lever e Get everyone out of the house e 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 mirror and 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 view ing access If a significant layer of creosote has accumulated 1 8 3mm or more remove it to reduce the risk of a chim ney fire 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 remo
12. connector heat shields e Remove ashes from the ash pan and replace with moisture absorbing material such as cat litter to keep the stove interior dry Close the stove door to keep cats from using the litter e Touch up the paint on black stoves Please record the following information for future reference Stove Serial No Dealer Phone Date Purchased Installer Phone Date Installed 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design materials specifications prices and discontinue colors and products at any time without notice Intrepid Multi Fuel Heater Model 1695 Item Description Part Number Item Description Part Number 1 Rear Cover Sec Air Cover 1306762 23 Thermostat Assy 5005506 2 Flue Collar 1306561 24 Thermostat Clip 1601408 3 Back Panel 1308662 25 Ball Chain Fitting 2 1201972 4 Damper Rod 1602523 26 Ball Chain 1201960 5 Damper D plate Damper Clip 1306725 Jump Ring 1201985 6 Damper 1306701 27 Primary Air Flap 1306710 7 Damper Housing 1306702 28 Air Flap Pin 1601551 8 Throat Hood 30001649 29 Clip 1601396 9 Weld Screw 1201583 30 10 24 x 3 8 Pan Head Bolt 1200983 10 Upper Firebrick 1306703 35 Cover Plate 1608955 11 Fireback Clamp 1306724 45 Side Brick 1608953 12 3 8 16 x 1 Hex Bolt 1201456 46 Brick Clip 1608956 13 Lower Fireback 1306704 47
13. desired heat output Do not break the charcoal into very small pieces or pound or compress the charcoal bed It is important that air can circulate under the wood for the fire to be quickly revived WARNING Operate your Intrepid Multi fuel only with the doors either fully open or fully closed CAUTION The stove 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 permanent dam age to the stove If any part of the stove glows you are overfiring ST264a Fig 38 Add full size logs when the ember bed is 3 75mm deep 21 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Ash Disposal Remove ash before it reaches the top of the ash pan Check the level at least once a day and before each refueling If the ash is close to the top edge of the pan empty it according to this procedure 1 Open the damper 2 Open the front doors fully 3 Using stove gloves pull the ash pan out of the stove by its handle 4 Remove the ash pan and properly dispose of the ashes Be sure to keep the pan level during dispos al 5 Return the ash pan to the stove Empty the ash pan regularly typically every one to three days The frequency will vary depending on how you operate your stove if you burn more wood at higher heat output settings ash will accumulate rapidly Remove ash frequen
14. installations Floor protection information is on Page 9 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Flexible Con nector tor Kit iS as Bes ea es es es ee Fe ee es ee ee S245 Fig 7 Chimney connector enters chimney through the fire place opening Wall Pass Throughs Whenever possible design your installation so that the connector does not pass through a combustible wall If you are considering a wall pass through in your instal lation check with your building inspector before you begin Also check with the chimney connector manu facturer for any specific requirements Accessories are available for use as wall pass throughs If using one of these make sure it has been tested and listed for use as a wall pass through Always adhere to local building codes when installing a wall pass through Figure 8 shows one recommended method All combustible material in the wall must be removed around the single wall connector to provide clearance that is three times the pipe diameter Any material used to enclose the opening must be noncombustible Figure 9 shows an alternate method in which all com bustible material in the wall is cut away to provide the required clearance that is three times the pipe diameter The resulting space must remain empty A flush mount ed sheet metal cover may be used on one side
15. of chimney connector including tele scoping joints with at least three sheet metal screws The predrilled holes in the top of each section of chimney connector serve as guides when you drill 1 8 3 mm holes in the bottom of the next section LJL Fig 4 The crimped end of the connector points e Secure the chimney toward stove connector to the chimney Instructions for various installations follow e Be sure the installed stove and chimney connector are correct distances from nearby combustible material 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 O Securing the Single wall Connector to a Prefabricated Chimney For prefabricated chimneys follow the installation instructions of the chimney maker exactly as you install the chimney The maker of the chimney will supply the accessories to support the chimney either from the roof of the house at the ceiling of the room where the stove is installed or from an exterior wall Special adaptors are available from your local dealer to make the connection between the prefabricated chim ney and the chimney connector The top of such adap tors attaches directly to the chimney or to the chimney s ceiling support package while the bott
16. right side of the stove Tighten the bolts firmly Slotted Screws Fig 26 Remove the slotted screws from the stove bottom Install the Bottom Heat Shield To install the bottom heat shield loosen the leg bolts and slip the bottom heat shield C clips onto the bolts Orient the heat shield so that the longest 10 edge is at the front of the stove Fig 27 Attach the heat shield to the C clips with the wing nuts and then tighten the leg bolts Storing the Handle Use the removable handle to open or close the front doors or to change the position of the damper After use remove the handle so it will not get hot and store it in the handle holder installed behind the right front leg Fig 28 2000970 INTREPID II i Bracket Wing Bolt Fig 28 Handle holder and heat shield positions Reversing the Flue Collar You can reverse the flue collar by removing the two screws that attach the collar to the back of the stove as in Figure 29 Be sure the gasket around the flue collar opening is in position when you screw the collar back on to the stove Attach the Griddle Handle Install the handle on the griddle Place the griddle upside down at the edge of a flat surface and assemble the handle as shown Fig 30 With the handle pointing 45 from its final position tighten the nut as far as possible with pliers Move the handle to its final position while still ho
17. the defect or damage 5 Any relevant information or 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 representatives CFM Corporation 2695 Meadowvale Blvd Mississauga Ontario Canada L5N 8A3 800 668 5323 www cfmcorp com 32 2000970
18. under the chimney connector and 2 to either side C Fig 10 For 6 150mm connector used with the Intrepid Multi Fuel the protector must be a minimum of 10 250mm wide centered under the connector Rear Exit Top Exit ooo race A D y Canada 965 mm 1118 mm 254 mm 152 mm 457 mm ST500 Fig 10 Required floor protector dimensions Floor Protection for Fireplace Installations Do not assume your fireplace hearth is completely noncombustible Many fireplace hearths do not satisfy the completely noncombustible requirement because the brick or concrete in front of the fireplace opening is supported by heavy wood framing as in Figure 11 Because heat passes through brick or concrete readily it can easily pass through to the wood As a result such fireplace 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel hearths can be a fire hazard and are considered a com bustible floor Keep in mind 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 re quirement from the front of the stove Fireplace hearths must also offer the required protection of 6 152 mm on either side Optional
19. 31 1401157 See Chart Pg 31 1401156 1201294 1600620 1600650 5004245 5004022 1203556 2000970 Intrepid Multi Fuel Heater Model 1695 continued Shell Enamel Parts Intrepid Multi Fuel Model 1695 Part Name Classic Green_ 2000970 2328657 2326764 2328656 2328647 2328649 2328648 2326333 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel 1 In the diagrams and throughout this manual left and right mean as you face the stove 2 The glass panels have a heat reflective coating on the outside and are not interchangeable 3 Hardware in this stove is in standard U S inch sizes Most hardware items are available at local hardware stores 31 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 Vermont Castings Authorized Dealer The customer must return the defective part or the stove with shipping prepaid to the Authorized Dealer or pay for any Authorized Dealer in home travel fees or service 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 d
20. Castings dealer how these S ificati installation accessories can enhance the versatility pecincations appearance and safety of your Intrepid Stove Installation Bottom Heat Shield Clearance Charts Rear Heat Shield Assembly Chimney connector heat shields Heavy gauge enamel pipe to match the stove s color Draft Management Warming shelves in plain black or matching Operation Maintenance enamel colors Parts List Spark screen for open fireplace use Short legs Outside air kit Proposition 65 Warning Fuels used in gas wood Mobile home kit burning or oil fired appliances and the products of combustion of such fuels contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth de fects and other reproductive harm California Health amp Safety Code Sec 25249 6 2 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Specifications Intrepid Multi Fuel Model 1695 1696 1697 Range of heat output ee 2 42 kw 7 83 kw Maximum heat output 7 3 kw Area heated Up to 1000 sq ft 92 sq m 16 406 mm logs Front or Top 6 152 mm diameter 6 152 mm minimum Reversible top or rear Primary air Manually set thermostatically maintained Ash handling system Removable ash pan Glass panels High temperature ceramic Weight erinin renn anainn 223 Ibs 101kg Width leg to leg 21 546 mm Depth leg to leg 13 349 mm Height to top of flue collar With regular legs 25 635 mm top exit
21. 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 one which restricts the amount of air getting into the firebox the chimney 22 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 in sulation around the inner flue This insulation keeps the smoke warm The insulation is less dense than mason ry so the inner steel liner warms up 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 a little
22. 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 review your plans to see that e Your stove and chimney connector will be far enough from combustible material to meet all clearance requirements The floor protector is large enough and is con structed properly to meet all requirements e You have all necessary permits from local author ities 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 every Vermont Castings stove indicates that the stove has been tested to current ULC standards and gives the name of the testing laboratory Clearance and in stallation information also is printed on the label When the stove is installed according to the information both on the label and in this manual local authorities in most cases will accept the label as evidence that the installa tion meets codes and can be approved However codes vary in different areas Before starting the installation review your plans with the local building authority You local dealer can provide any additional information needed For any unresolved installation issues refer to CSA CAN B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment These standa
23. Flue Deflector 1401158 16 Rear Air Tube 1308658 49 Front Grate 1308659 20 Thermostat Cover 1306711 50 Left Insert 1308661 21 Damper Handle Stub 5004265 51 Grate 1308652 22 Friction Spring 1201846 2000970 29 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design materials specifications prices and discontinue colors and products at any time without notice Intrepid Multi Fuel Heater Model 1695 continued 52 53 54 55 56 57 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 30 Item Description Right Insert Ashpan Ashpan Front Ashpan Handle Damper Tab Slicer poker Griddle Right Griddle Quad Left Griddle Quad Top Right Side Bottom Left Side Leg Tie Rod Part Number 1308660 1400951 1306493 30000973 1601488 5005708 1306356 1301832 1301807 See Chart Pg See Chart Pg 1306764 See Chart Pg See Chart Pg 1601640 31 31 31 31 68 69 70 71 75 83 84 85 86 90 91 92 93 94 95 Item Description Leg Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 Hex Bolt Righ Air Manifold Left Air Manifold Handle Holder Front Left Door Left Glass Panel Right Door Right Glass Panel Handle Bolt 1 4 20 x 3 Ceramic Handle Handle Insert Front Door Handle Griddle Handle Assy Glass Gasket Part Number 1201432 1308654 1308653 1600600 See Chart Pg 31 See Chart Pg
24. Reference Point Fig 3 The 2 3 10 Chimney Rule Masonry Chimneys An inspection of the chimney must confirm that it has a lining Do not use an unlined chimney The chimney should have no cracks loose mortar other signs of deterioration or blockage Repair any defects before using the chimney with your stove Seal any unused openings in an existing masonry chim ney with masonry to the thickness of the chimney wall and repair the chimney liner Openings sealed with pie plates or wallpaper are a hazard seal them 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 ma sonry or precast refractory tiles stainless steel pipe or a code approved poured in place liner The chimney s clean out door must seal tightly 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Prefabricated Chimneys A prefabricated metal chimney must be one recognized for use with solid fuel burning appliances DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE Chimney Size An Intrepid Multi fuel is approved for venting into a ma sonry chimney with a nominal flue size of 8 x 8
25. allel Installations Gomer Installations Installations 1894 2294 8 1694 ST511a To locate center of flue collar for corner installation add 7 178 mm to the clearance distance from stove corner to wall Mark off the resulting distance from the corner along both walls Next measure the same distance from these two points out from the walls These last two measure ments will meet at a point representing the center of the flue collar Refer to the diagrams above 16 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Assembly Clean the Griddle Before Use At the factory we coat the griddle with vegetable oil to prevent rusting while the stove is in transit and storage Remove the oil with a dry rag or paper towel before you use the stove Set Up the Stove Remove the griddle front grate bar the bottom grate the side bricks and the ash pan from inside the stove Place a protective pad on the floor arrange some sec tions of 4 x 4 lumber on the pad for support and care fully tip the stove back onto them Remove and discard the four large slot head screws from the stove bottom Fig 26 and install the stove legs using the hex head bolts from the parts bag Use 3 8 washers with three of the legs the door damper handle holder installs in place of a washer on the right front leg Position the holder so the hole to accept the handle nub faces out from the
26. ance level from the type of fuel you are using The Intrepid Multi fuel also features an automatic thermostat that works in conjunction with the primary air control shutter to ensure an even heat output at any manual setting you select The thermostat responds to the temperature of the cast iron closing and opening the air inlet as the fire intensity rises and falls High Heat Low Heat aie Rear View Fig 32 The thermostat handle may be positioned anywhere between the two extremes for different heat levels 2000970 The Damper The damper handle located on the right side of the stove is used to open and close the damper plate Use the removable door damper handle to operate the handle shaft Fig 33 The damper is open when the handle points to the floor Fig 33 In this position smoke passes directly into the chimney the damper must be open when starting or reviving a fire and whenever the griddle or doors are opened When the handle points to the front the damper is closed Smoke from the fire is directed through the rear heat exchanger before passing up the chimney The damper has no intermediate positions When closing the damper push firmly until you feel the mechanism engage into the locked position Side View Open Updraft Mode q Ti lt Closed Bypass Mode Fig 33 The da
27. dles fully closed Your stove may be used as a fireplace with the front doors open or removed only when the spark screen is placed correctly in the opening to protect against the possibility of sparks and embers leaving your stove Use only the Intrepid Multi fuel spark screen part 0136 with your Intrepid Multi fuel The Intrepid Multi fuel spark screen is available from your Vermont Castings Authorized Dealer To open the front doors insert the handle into the door latch stub and turn it to the left and up 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 the door 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 resistance as you turn it to the closed position Fig 35 Avoid striking the glass or slamming the doors to re duce the risk of breaking the glass or damaging porce lain enamel surfaces Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel When you re not using the door handle store it in the holder behind the right front leg of the stove Open Position Closed Position ST522a Fig 35 To open the front doors turn handle clockwise Use the Air Control Settings that Work Best for You No single air control setting will fit every situation Set tings will differ depending on the quality of the fuel the amount of heat desired and how l
28. ealer 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 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 assembly 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 Vermont Castings 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 Limited Catalyst Warranty The catalyst will be warranted for a six year period as follows If the original catalyst or a replacement catalyst proves defective or ceases to maintain 70 of its particulate emission reduction activity as measured by an approved testing procedure within 24 months from the date the Intrepid Multi Fuel
29. educed by using heat shields on single wall connector or by using double wall connector One of these methods should be used whenever the rear heat shield is used in top exit installations or in any other situation when it is necessary to protect nearby combustibles from the heat of the chimney connector The ceiling above horizontal runs of chimney connector must be protected as well if the clearance is inadequate Refer to the Clearance Charts 2000970 a Air Flow Metal Screening A le Wall Shield Stud Wall Framing o LS Shield Metal Spacer Noncombus tible spacers and fasteners s t Drywall AL Air Flow Fig 12 Approved wall shield construction In top exiting installations in which the single wall con nector extends to the ceiling and connects to a prefab ricated insulated metal chimney the connector shield must extend to within an inch of the ceiling A ceiling heat shield must be installed that is 22 560 mm in diameter and as explained above that extends 1 25 mm below the ceiling The ceiling shield must be constructed of 24 gauge or heavier sheet metal must be centered on the chimney and must meet any wall protector that is also a part of the installation The Intrepid Multi Fuel has not been tested with double wall connectors and wall heat shielding Maintain 12 305 mm clearance around double wall chimney connectors No further clearance
30. ft 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 that the catalyst is seriously 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 Backpuffing 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 up the damper to let the smoke rise to the flue more quickly let more air into the firebox and avoid big loads of firewood Run your stove with enough primary air so that you always see lively dancing flames in the firebox a la
31. he chimney top will slow it down The ideal pipe and chimney 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 stove pipe 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 taller stove without relocating the thimble There should be no more than eight feet of single wall stove pipe between the stove and a chimney longer runs can cool the smoke enough to cause draft and creosote problems Use 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 negative draft through the airtight and result in a dangerous draft reversal Creosote Creosote is a by product of slow woodburning 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 290
32. he rubber mallet or hammer block of wood Clean excess cement from around the channel Let the cement that holds the new gasket dry thoroughly Adjust the Door if Necessary The door latch or damper mechanism may need adjust ment after you have regasketed them Initially it may require loosening to accommodate the new gasket af ter a few weeks it may need tightening to compensate for compression of the new gasket The directions for adjusting the latch and damper are on page 26 Permanent Gaskets Other gaskets seal between non moving parts but these are not subject to the same wear and deteriora tion 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 The diameter of the gasket that seals these non moving parts is 5 16 and the areas sealed are the flue collar to the stove back and the lower fireback to the sides Refer to Page 26 for information on the glass panels and their gaskets 00 27 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel The Chimney System Creosote Your Intrepid Multi fuel is designed to reduce creosote buildup significantly However regular chimney inspec tion and maintenance must still be performed For safety good stove performance and to protect your chimney and chimney connector inspect the chimney
33. 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 get it warm and keep it warm 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 stove more is not better in fact it can be a disadvantage Hot gases cool off through expansion if we vent a stove with a six inch flue collar 28 square inch area into a 10 x 10 flue the gases expand to over three times their original size This cools the gases which weakens 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 built for a fireplace to be oversized for an airtight stove It can take quite a while to warm up such a flue and the re sults can be disappointing The best solution to an over sized flue is an insulated steel chimney liner the same diameter as the stove or insert s flue outlet the liner keeps the smoke at its original volume and the result is a stronger draft An uninsulated liner 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 2000970 Pipe amp Chimney Layout Every turn the smoke must take in its travel from the stove to t
34. ictly ob served Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel In addition furnishings and other combustible materials must be kept away from the stove as well In general a distance of 48 1220 mm must be maintained between the stove and moveable combustible items such as dry ing clothes furniture newspapers firewood etc Keep ing those clearance areas empty assures that nearby surfaces and objects will not overheat Reducing Clearances Stove clearances may be reduced by using heat shields attached to the stove Chimney connector clearances may be reduced by using heat shields on single wall connector or by using double wall connector Clear ances may also be reduced by using wall shields All shielding used to reduce clearances must be listed by a recognized testing laboratory and approved by the local regulatory body Clearance requirements are established for many differ ent installations In general the greatest clearance is required when you are placing a stove and its connec tor with no heat shields near a wall with no heat shield For example when the Intrepid Multi Fuel is installed parallel to the rear wall and no shielding is used it must be at least 30 760 mm from the wall behind it and at least 24 610 mm from walls on either side If the Intrepid Multi Fuel is installed in a corner and no shields are used the corners of the stove must be at least 20 510 mm from nearby walls The least cleara
35. ing 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 accumu lates on the glass surface should be removed regularly to prevent etching Follow this procedure to clean the glass e Be sure the glass is completely cool e Clean the glass with water or a cleaner made espe cially for this purpose Do not use abrasive cleaners e Rinse the glass thoroughly e Dry the glass completely Glass Replacement The panes of glass in the doors of the Intrepid rest on a cushion of gasket and are held in place by four clips The glass is coated on one side The coated side is slightly colored and is further identified with white labels marked CV Remove the doors from the stove and place them on a sturdy level work surface To install the glass follow this procedure 1 Remove the door Swing the door back and forth while lifting it to remove its hinges from the stove front Set the door down on a flat padded surface Remove the clips and the broken glass set them aside Inspect the Gasket If the window gasket is in good condition you can leave it in place If you replace it use only a Vermont Castings gasket part no 1203556 Be sure the channel around the window opening is clean and free of dust Place the gasket in its channel make sure that its o
36. is received the catalyst itself will be replaced free From 25 72 months a pro rated credit will be allowed against a replacement catalyst and the cost of labor necessary for its installation at the time of replacement For stove purchases made after June 30 1990 a third year 25 36 months of no charge replacement will be made when combus tor failure is due to thermal degradation of the substrate crumbling of ceramic material The customer must pay for any in home travel fees service charges or transportation costs for returning the Intrepid Multi Fuel to the Authorized Dealer Amount of Time Credit Towards Since Purchase Replacement Cost 0 24 months 100 25 36 months 50 37 48 months 30 49 60 months 20 61 72 months 10 Any replacement catalyst will be warranted under the terms of the catalyst warranty for the remaining term of the original warranty The purchaser must provide the following information in order to receive a replacement catalyst under the terms of this limited warranty 1 Name address and telephone number 2 Proof of original purchase date 3 Date of failure of catalyst 4 Any relevant information or circumstances regarding determina tion of failure 5 In addition the owner must return the failed catalyst Exclusions amp Limitations 1 This warranty is transferable however proof of original retail purchase is required 2 This warranty does not cover misuse of the Intrepid
37. isted and approved double wall chimney connector should be used whenever the rear heat shield is used on top exiting stoves Clearance reductions with the rear heat shield apply only to the wall to the rear in parallel installations Nei ther the side clearance requirement nor the clearance requirement in corner installations may be reduced Clearances may be reduced by using a wall shield constructed of 24 gauge or heavier sheet metal or of another noncombustible material such as 1 2 13 mm insulation board or common brick laid on flat with the 312 90 mm side down Figure 12 shows such a wall shield Shields must be spaced out from the combustible surface 1 25 mm on noncombustible spacers The spacers should not be directly behind the stove or chim ney connector Air must be able to flow between the wall and the shield At least 50 of the bottom 1 25 mm of the shield should be open and the shield must be open at the top Fig 12 The wall shield for a stove must extend 10 250 mm above the top of the stove or a height of 35 890 mm The wall shield for the chimney connector must be 28 710 mm wide centered behind the connector for installations that use an approved prefabricated chim ney to pass through the ceiling the chimney connector shield used with single wall connector must stop 1 25 mm below the ceiling Chimney Connector Clearance Reductions Chimney connector clearances may be r
38. k through wall 4 The ceiling heat shield required when chimney connector shields are used should meet the wall protector This will require trim ming the ceiling shield along the line of intersection with the wall protector 5 In top exit installations this clearance requires the use of the rear heat shield with the shield insert installed 2000970 13 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Intrepid Multi fuel Clearance Diagrams See the chart on Page 13 for dimensions indicated by letter in the diagrams below Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces Stove Installed Stove in Cor Stove Installed Stove in Parallel to Wall ner Parallel to Wall Corner Top Exit Installations no heat shields Ya Va Ya B Cc E 4 4 ry gt Aje c e gt pje gt jF Top Exit Installations rear heat shield and chimney connector heat shields or double wall connector V a Vou Ya Y ly n iri Ai le ar lh AS Rear Exit Installations rear heat shields Va wale e 14 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Wall Shield Requirements for Common Installations A 36 914 mm B 30 762 mm C 1 25 mm D 35 889 mm E 44 1118 mm F 40 1016 mm ST508b Fig 20 Parallel installation vertical chimney connector two wall shields Reduced clearances for both rear and side walls Wall shields may meet at corner if desired Shielding for con nector is centered behind connector
39. lding the nut with the pliers 17 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Flue Collar Screws Fig 30 Attaching the griddle handle Griddle Primary Air Con Handle i trol Lever Door Handle Holder Behind Leg Ash Pan Fig 31 The Intrepid Multi fuel controls 18 Intrepid Multi fuel s Controls Intrepid Multi fuel s Controls Two controls are used to regulate the performance of the Intrepid Multi Fuel A primary air control regulates the oxygen supply for the fire and a damper directs combustion gases through a heat exchanger passage in the rear Fig 31 Primary Air Control The primary air control lever located at the right rear corner 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 Fig 32 For the greatest air supply and maximum heat output but the shortest burn time move the lever to the left For a fire that will last longer with less heat move the lever to the right You can set the lever anywhere in be tween the left and right extremes shown in Figure 32 With some experimentation you will soon discover the optimum setting that will provide the desired comfort perform
40. len screw a full turn clockwise Test the damper for snugness and continue adjusting the Allen screw as needed Tighten the 7 16 locking nut when the damper operates smoothly but firmly OD A Damper Allen Head Ad fi em justment Screw Thermostat Cover D plate A A _ il Y NI Damper Actuator Rod Handle Locking Nut Fig 42 Tighten the damper adjustment screw for a snug seal Replace the Stove Gaskets as Needed The Intrepid uses fiberglass rope 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 effectiveness These will need periodic replacement The sizes of replaceable gasket are listed below along with their applications Gasket Diameter And the Parts it Seals 5 16 wire gasket The griddle to the stove top 5 16 The damper to the upper fire back the front doors to the stove front and the door halves to each other 3 16 The glass panes to the door Refer to Page 27 for information on replacing the glass panels or its gasket If you need to change a gasket first obtain an appropri ate replacement from your Vermont Castings Dealer 2000970 Wait until the fire is out and the stove has cooled Be sure to follow the standard safety procedure for working with dusty materials Wear safety goggles and a dust mask The procedure for replacing the gaskets is the same
41. lent floor protection spaced 1 off wood studs on noncombustible spacers Existing Combustible Framing Fig 15 Alcove floor plan Sheetrock on front face butts to Du rock or equivalent alcove lining Metal studs support 7 16 Durock or equivalent Joist Shield plied by Chimney Manufacturer ST505 1 air gap top and bottom Combustible facing may overlap metal Ceiling sup port package extends 2 below Durock or equivalent ceiling on both sides and studs by only back wall 7 16 Durock or equivalent 1 air gap top bottom on both sides and back wall From 62 to 65 must be Fig 16 Alcove side section covered by a noncom bustible material Fig 19 Front view 65 minimum clearance from hearth to combustibles on front face Combustible facing may overlap metal studs by only 1 It should not extend below the height of 12 the noncombustible ceiling 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Intrepid Multi Fuel Clearance Chart See Pages 14 and 16 for illustrations of these clearances Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces Stove Clearance Stove Installed Stove in Stove Installed Stove in Parallel to Wall Corner Parallel to Wall Corner side Rear Comers Side Rear Comers l A 24
42. m Fig 14 Maintain clearances to combustible components of the mantelpiece Unprotected top trim B protruding 2 51 mm or less from the face of the fireplace must be a minimum of 24 610 mm from the stove s top surface With a venti lated trim shield this clearance may be reduced safely to 14 356 mm Unprotected side trim C that protrudes 2 51 mm or less from the face of a fireplace must have a minimum clearance of 15 380 mm measured from the stove s top side edge With a ventilated trim shield the clear ance may be reduced safely to 10 254 mm If the trim extends more than 2 51 mm wall clearance requirements apply The charts and sample installations that follow list the clearances required for the various installation configu rations of the Intrepid Multi fuel Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Alcove Installations Because of their restricted air flow and heat retention characteristics specific construction requirements and special clearances apply to installations into alcoves No stove or chimney connector heat shields are used in alcove installations Construction Requirements The following illustrations show noncombustible ceiling framing and maximum and minimum permitted dimen sions for alcove construction 7 16 Durock Use recommended R or equiva
43. mper is either open or closed There are no intermediate positions eJ EI Doo t E The glass panels in the doors have a heat reflective coating on the outside surface Heat reflected back to the inside of the glass helps keep the inner surface at a higher temperature than the outside In combination with preheated primary combustion air washing over the inside of the glass this helps provide clear fire viewing at most operating levels 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Your stove has a front grate to keep fuel away from the glass panels These bars are important to maintain clear fire viewing and to keep the fuel off the glass Under normal operating circumstances should not be removed Two Ways to Add Fuel The Intrepid Multi fuel s griddle lifts for convenient top loading of logs and is the easiest way of regularly adding fuel The front doors open as well to allow you to tend the fire with a variety of fuels Use the included slicer poker to help ash accumulation fall through the grate and to enliven the fire after adding fuel Fig 34 ST521a Fig 34 Top loading is the best way to add fuel during regular use Front loading is useful for kindling a fire You can open or even remove the front doors and place the optional Intrepid spark screen in the front opening for open fire viewing WARNING For safety and greatest efficiency oper ate your stove only with all doors grid
44. nce is required when both the stove and its connector as well as the wall have heat shields When shields are attached to the stove or chimney connector they are mounted 1 2 25 50mm away from the stove or connector surface on noncombustible spacers Air flowing between the stove and or chimney connector and nearby shields carries heat away Do not block the air flow by filling this empty space with any insulating material The shiny surface facing the heat source must be left unpainted enabling heat to reflect back towards the stove or connector and away from the wall Shields are never used on double wall connectors Clearances may be reduced only by means approved by the regulatory authority and in accordance with the clearances listed in this manual Because of their restricted air flow and heat retention characteristics specific construction requirements and special clearances apply to installations into alcoves Refer to the diagrams on Page 12 and contact your Vermont Castings dealer for details before beginning an alcove installation 10 Stove Heat Shields The Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Rear Heat Shield is one way to reduce the clearance to the rear wall The rear heat shield may be installed on either rear or top exiting stoves However since the chimney connector also radiates heat toward the wall in top exit ing installations either single wall connector with con nector heat shields or l
45. nted with your new stove you will find the aesthetic appeal of cast iron is matched by its superb capacity to absorb and radiate heat Also Vermont Castings products are among the cleanest burning wood stoves and fireplaces available today And as an owner of a Vermont Castings stove you are making a strong statement for pollution free energy But clean burning depends on both the manufacturer and the operator Please read this manual carefully to understand how to properly operate your stove At Vermont Castings we are equally committed to your satisfaction as a customer and that is why we maintain an exclusive network of the finest dealers in the industry Chosen for their expertise and dedication to cus tomer service our dealers are factory trained and know each Vermont Castings products in detail Feel free to contact your Authorized Vermont Castings Dealer anytime you have question about your stove or its perfor mance We have built your Intrepid Multi fuel stove with the utmost care With normal use and proper care it will pro vide you with many years of service This manual contains valuable instructions on the installation and operation of your Vermont Castings stove You will also find useful information on assembly and maintenance procedures We urge you to read the manual thoroughly and to keep it as a reference Sincerely All of us at CFM Corporation Save These Instructions For Future Reference LELI CKA E Ask your Vermont
46. om of the adap tor is screwed to the chimney connector These adaptors are designed so the top end will fit outside the inner wall of the chimney and the bottom end will fit inside the first section of chimney connector 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 For masonry chimneys both freestanding and fireplace chimneys may be used for installation of your Intrepid Multi fuel Freestanding Chimney 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 breach must be lined with either a ceramic or metal cylinder called the thimble which is cemented firmly in place The fit must be snug and the joint between the thimble and the chimney wall must be cemented Fig 6 A special piece called the thimble sleeve slightly smaller in diameter than standard connector and most thimbles will facilitate the removal of the chimney con nector system for inspection and cleaning Thimble sleeves should be available from your local dealer Fig 5 To install a thimble sleeve slide it into the breach until it is flush with the inner flue wall Do not extend it into the actual flue passage as this co
47. on with rear wall pass through with stove connector and wall shields Wall shields may meet at corner Connector heat shield extends 28 711 mm above flue collar or below elbow whichever is less Wall pass through must comply with codes ST510c Fig 25 Corner installation vertical chimney connector two wall shields Reduced side clearances Wall shields MUST meet at corner 15 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Distance from the Center of the Flue Collar to the Wall in Top Exit Installations The information on this page is helpful in planning stove placement for top exiting installations particularly those in stallations with chimneys that pass through the ceiling However this is not a clearance chart Final stove clearances must adhere to the guidelines stated in the clearance charts on Page 13 Intrepid Multi fuel WITHOUT Stove and Chimney Connector Heat Shields Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces Parallel Installations Corner Parallel Installations Comer Installations Installations Roar 34 29 26 2294 883 mm 737 mm 578 mm This distance from the center of the flue collar to the front edge of the hearth is the same for all installations on this page 35 in the United States and 37 940mm in Canada Intrepid Mult fuel WITH Stove and Chimney Connector Heat Shields Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces Parallel Installations Corner Par
48. ong you wish the fire to burn 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 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 some time to determine the amount of heat and the length of burn you should expect from various settings and fuels Most installations do not require a large amount of com bustion 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 20 Intrepid Multi Fuel Control Settings Burn Rate Primary Air Control Low From far right to 1 3 the distance to left Medium From 1 3 to 2 3 the distance to left High From 2 3 the distance to left to far left Before you start using the stove please read the Draft Management section starting on page 22 to see how the features of your installation will affect the stove s pe
49. only If covers must be used on both sides each cover must be mounted on noncombustible spacers at least 1 25 mm clear of the wall NOTE Do not vent your Intrepid Multi fuel into a fac tory built zero clearance fireplace These appliances and their chimneys are specifically designed as a unit for use as fireplaces It may void the listing or be haz ardous to adapt them for any other use DO NOT CONNECT AN INTREPID MULTI FUEL TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM Wall Stud Chimney Connector Noncombustible Material Floor Prote tion T493a 18 460mm clearance all around the pipe ii ST494a Fig 9 An approved wall pass through for Canada 2000970 Floor Protection Specifications herein are primarily for common timber frame construction The floor beneath the stove requires protection from radiant heat and direct contact with sparks or embers Heat protection is provided by a Vermont Castings Bot tom Heat Shield part 0307 Spark and ember protection is provided by a floor protector which may be any noncombustible material Consult your local building code for floor protection size and composition Figure 9 indicates specifications for the U S and Canada For new hearth construction specifications and require ments refer to your local building codes When using brick tile or stone individual pieces must be mortared so sparks cannot fall through Floor protection also must extend
50. r absence to the recommendations in the Owner s Guide 7 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 hu midity environment 8 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 IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MER CHANTABILITY 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 war ranty 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 Vermont Castings Authorized Dealer or CFM Corporation if the purchase was direct with the following information 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
51. r equipment If you need to crack a nearby window or door to enable the chimney to draw well that s a sign that you should install an outside air intake to bring combustion air directly to the stove Vermont Castings dealers carry adapters to attach to the stove to connect an air duct for outdoor combustion air Conclusion Woodburning is an art rather than a science Once the stove and chimney system are in place the stove user can only vary 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 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Maintenance 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 Intrepid looking new The stove s paint can be touched up as needed First clean the areas to be painted with a wire brush Re move the griddle and set it aside Then touch up the stove with Vermont Castings high temperature stove paint Apply the paint sparingly and keep in mind that two light coats of paint are better than a single heavy one Care of Porcelain Enamel Finish Use a dry or slightly damp rag or a soft brush to remove spills or stains For difficult jobs that require a clean
52. rds are the basis for many national codes They are nationally recognized and are accepted by most local authorities Your local dealer or your local building official may have a copy of these regulations IMPORTANT FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE IN STALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT INA 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 not enough air for combustion because of insufficient air infiltration into the building Such air enters a home through unsealed cracks and openings Kitchen or bath exhaust fans can compete with the stove for available 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 some areas in fact bringing air for combustion from outside the home directly to the air inlet of the stove is required for new construction An outside air supply is not affected by pressure varia tions within the house and improved stove perfor mance often results An Outside Air Adapter Kit 33258 for the Intrepid II is available from your local Vermont Castings dealer What Kind of Chimney to U
53. reduction is per mitted Fireplace and Mantel Trim Shields A fireplace installation requires special clearance be tween the side of the stove and the right and left walls between the side of the stove and the decorative side trim on the fireplace face and between the top of the stove and the mantel Noncombustible shields installed 1 25 mm away from the combustible surface on noncombustible spacers called ventilated shields may be used to reduce clear ances Fig 13 To protect a mantel from the heat of an Intrepid Multi fuel in a fireplace installation the ventilated mantel shield must be at least 48 1219 mm long and it must be centered over the stove Ventilated shields for side trim must extend the full length of the trim An unprotected mantel A Fig 14 cannot be more than 9 229 mm deep and must have a minimum clearance of 30 762 mm measured from the stove s top plate With a ventilated shield Fig 13 this clear ance may be reduced safely to 14 356 mm 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel K 1 4 6mm Fig 13 A custom formed mantel shield ST253 Fireplace Mantel and Trim Clearances Measured from the top and sides of the stove Unprotected Protected A Mantel 30 762mm 14 356mm B TopTrim 24 610mm 14 356mm C SideTrim 15 381mm 10 254m
54. rformance You and the stove are parts of a system and other parts of the system have a strong effect on operation you may need to vary your firing technique to get the performance you want How To Build a Wood Fire and Keep It Going 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 Intrepid Multi fuel minimize thermal stress by allowing the plates to adjust gradually during three or four initial break in fires following Steps 1 3 below Burn only high quality wood or smokeless solid fuels in the Intrepid Multi Fuel and burn it directly on the grate Do not elevate the fuel The damper must be open when starting a fire or when refueling 1 Open the stove damper and open the primary air control fully 2 Place several sheets of crumpled newspaper in the stove Do NOT use glossy advertisements or colored paper as they can poison the catalyst Place on the paper six or eight pieces of dry kindling split to a finger width size and on the kindling lay two or three larger sticks of split dry wood approximately 1 2 25 50 mm in diameter Fig 36 Do not use chemicals or fluids to start the fire Do not burn garbage or flammable fluids such as gasoline naphtha or engine oil Also never use gasoline
55. rizontal run of chimney connector as short and direct as possible with no more than one 45 degree elbow The maximum total length of chimney connector should not exceed 8 feet In cathedral ceiling installations extend the prefabricat ed chimney down to within 8 feet 2 5 m of the stove SAFETY NOTE ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES AND PRO TECTIVE EYEWEAR WHEN DRILLING CUTTING OR JOINING SECTIONS OF CHIMNEY CONNECTOR Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Double wall Chimney Connector Information on assembling and installing double wall connector is provided by the manufacturer of the dou ble wall pipe Follow the manufacturer s instructions exactly as you assemble the connector and attach it to the stove and chimney Using connectors and chim neys from the same manufacturer makes the assembly and installation straightforward NOTE For installations using double wall con nectors minimum clearances must conform to the listed clearances in the clearance chart on Page 13 Single wall Chimney Connector e Beginning at the flue collar of the stove assemble the chimney connector Insert the first crimped end into the stove s flue collar and keep each crimped end pointing toward the stove Using the holes in the flue collar as guides drill 1 8 3 mm holes in the bottom of the first section of chimney connector and secure it to the flue collar with three 10 x 1 2 sheet metal screws e Secure each joint be tween sections
56. ry air shutter must move freely How to Adjust the Door Latch Over time the gasketing around the doors will com press and the latch may need adjustment To adjust the latch loosen the small locking nut extend the striker screw one turn while keeping the striker screw from turning Fig 41 Keep making adjustments a little at a time until the setting is right The front doors of the stove should close securely and tightly when the handle is in the closed position When the latch is properly adjusted there should be a slight resistance as the doors are moved to the completely closed position Pawl Small Lock ing Nut E Large Lock ing Nut Striker Screw Set Screw Handle Stub Fig 41 Turn the door latch striker screw in or out to tighten or loosen the door latch Tighten the Damper Handle as Needed The damper handle is attached to the damper rod with a set screw bearing against a flat spot on the rod Check the set screw periodically for tightness tighten as needed 26 Damper Adjustment When the stove damper is closed the pressure of the rod against the damper plate assures a good seal be tween the damper and the damper housing Adjustment may be needed after a period of time to retain adequate pressure To make this adjustment start with the damper in the closed and locked position Fig 42 Loosen the 7 16 locking nut in the center of the damper Use a 1 8 Allen wrench to turn the Al
57. se Your Intrepid Multi fuel must be connected to a code approved masonry chimney with a flue liner to a relined masonry chimney that meets local codes or to a prefabricated metal chimney that complies with the requirements for Type HT chimneys in the Standard for Chimneys Factory Built Residential Type and Building Heating Appliance UL 103 or the High Temperature 650 C Standard ULC S 629 for Canada Whatever kind you use the chimney and chimney connector must be in good condition and kept clean Figure 2 shows the two chimney types A prefabricated double wall insu lated chimney A tile lined ma sonry chimney Fig 2 Standard chimney types 2000970 If you use an existing masonry chimney it must be inspected to ensure safe condition before the stove is installed Your local professional chimney sweep building inspector or fire department official will be able to inspect the chimney or provide a referral to someone who can The chimney must extend at least 3 914 mm above the highest point where it passes through a roof and at least 2 610 mm higher than any portion of a building within 10 3 m Fig 3 For proper draft and good performance any chimney used with an Intrepid II should extend at least 16 5 m above the flue collar of the stove 0To10 2Min AA lt 0To10 Min 7 a amin M Min
58. tly and place it outdoors in a metal container with a tight fitting lid Put the closed container of ash on a noncombustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal If the ash is disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed keep it in the closed con tainer 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 Draft Management A stove is part of a system which includes the chimney the operator the fuel and the home The other parts of the system will affect how well the stove works When there is a good match between all the parts the system works well Wood stove operation depends on natural unforced draft Natural draft occurs when 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 stove for combustion A slow lazy fire with the stove s air inlet fully open indicates a weak draft A brisk fire supported only by air entering the stove through the normal inlet indicates a good draft The stove s air inlet is passive it regulates how much air can enter the stove but it doesn t move air into it
59. type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire Keep all such liquids well away from the Intrepid Multi Fuel while it is in use 3 Light the newspaper and close the door Gradu ally build up the fire by adding a few 3 5 80 120 mm diameter splits If this is one of the first few break in fires let the fire burn brightly and then let it die out 2000970 Fig 36 Start the fire with newspaper and dry kindling During the break in fires keep the stove temperature under 500 F 260 C 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 should heat the chimney enough to initiate a draft Once the draft is established open the front door and light the rest of the fuel from the bottom Do not light the main bed of fuel until the chimney begins drawing and repeat the procedure as often as necessary if the initial attempt is unsuccessful 4 If your stove has been broken in previously using Steps 1 3
60. uld interfere with the draft The thimble sleeve should protrude 1 2 25 50 mm into the room Use furnace cement and thin gasketing to seal the sleeve in place in the thimble Secure the chimney connector to the outer end of the sleeve with sheet metal screws 2000970 Thimble Thimble Sleeve Chimney Connector 45 Elbow ST243a Fig 5 The thimble made of either ceramic or metal must be cemented securely in place Without a thimble a suitable length of chimney con nector can be extended through the breach 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 Chimney Installations Above a Fireplace The Intrepid Multi fuel may be connected to a chimney above a fireplace opening also In such installations the stove is positioned on the hearth in front of the fire place and the chimney connector rises from the stove top and then angles 45 back into the chimney Fig 6 The chimney liner should extend to the point at which the chimney connector enters the chimney 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 e Check the clearance between the stove and the chimney connector and any combustible trim or the mantel Use the necessar
61. uter edge fits against the cast iron surround ridge N 2000970 3 Install the glass Lay the glass on the inner gasket with the coated side down toward the outside of the door Tighten the screws snugly but loose enough to allow for a little movement of the glass when the stove is in operation Overtightening can crack the glass immediately or cause it to crack if it is unable to expand when hot Gasket Fig 39 Door glass installation Check the Operation of the Primary Air Shutter The primary air shutter is visible from the back of the stove The shutter must open and close freely when you move the thermostat lever If it does not check for any obstruction or for a bound or stretched chain need ing adjustment Fig 40 On a cold stove the shutter should be open no more than 1 8 3mm when the primary air control lever is pushed completely to the left closed as seen from the back of the stove When the lever is pushed completely to the right open the shutter should be open to an angle of approximately 70 degrees from the stove back The ball chain should measure 81 2 216 mm from connection to the thermostat coil to connection on the primary air flap If setting is incorrect the thermostat coil may be bent or broken Call you Vermont Castings Dealer for help 25 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Thermostat Lever Primary Air Shutter Fig 40 The prima
62. ved through the clean out door The chimney connector should be cleaned by discon necting the sections taking them outside and removing any deposits with a stiff wire brush Reinstall the con nector sections after cleaning being sure to secure the individual sections with sheet metal screws If you cannot inspect or clean the chimney yourself contact your local Vermont Casings Majestic Prod ucts authorized dealer or hire a professional chimney sweep 28 Annual Maintenance Perform a thorough cleaning inspection and repair each spring at the end of the heating season e Thoroughly clean the chimney and chimney con nector e Inspect the chimney for damage and deterioration Replace weak sections of prefabricated chimney Have a mason make repairs to a masonry chimney e Inspect the chimney connector and replace any damaged sections e Check gasketing for wear or compression and re place if necessary A paper test will guide you on this Close and lock the door or damper on a slip of paper and then try to pull the paper out If the paper pulls out with little or no resistance the gasket is not snug enough at that spot If adjusting the damper or latch does not result in a seal that makes it hard to pull the paper out replace the gasketing e Check door and damper handles for tightness Adjust if needed e Check heat shield screws Tighten as necessary e Clean dust from the inner sides of bottom rear and
63. y combination of mantel trim and connector heat shields to achieve the required clearances e Check the clearance between the chimney con nector and the ceiling If no heat shields are used the clearance should be at least 26 660 mm To find out how much this clearance may be reduced with heat shields see the clearance chart on Page 13 e 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 2000970 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel Check These Clear ances Chimney Con nector Shield Seal the Damper Fig 6 Chimney connector enters chimney above the fire place Fireplace Chimney Installations Through a Fireplace If your fireplace height is at least 25 635 mm you may install an Intrepid Multi fuel with standard legs through the fireplace opening using a 90 Tee kit avail able from your local dealer This positive connection kit ensures a tight fit between the stove flue collar and the chimney flue Fig 7 Fireplace installations whether connected to the flue above or through the fireplace opening have special clearance requirements to adjacent trim and the mantel You will find the required clearances for the Intrepid Multi fuel fireplace installations on Page 13 Floor protection requirements also apply to fireplace
64. zy smoky fire is inefficient and can contribute to creosote buildup in the chimney 23 Vermont Castings Intrepid Multi Fuel 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 Re sults 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 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 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 othe

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