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Vermont Casting 1610 Stove User Manual

1. i Open Updraft Mode Fig 29 The Defiant s damper operating positions Two Ways to Add Fuel The Defiant s griddle lifts for convenient top loading of logs and is the easiest way to add fuel Fig 30 Fig 30 Top loading is the best way to add fuel during regular use Front loading is useful for kindling a fire However the front doors open as well for adding an occasional log to a fire If the stove is equipped with 8 203 mm stove pipe the front doors may be opened or even removed and the optional Defiant spark screen placed in the opening for open fire viewing The Defiant is not approved for operation with the front doors open if equipped with a 6 152 mm chimney connector or chimney 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove To open the front doors insert the handle into the door latch stub and turn it to the left and up Fig 31 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 position Clockwise to Counter clockwise to Close Fig 31 To open the f
2. Defiant Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Model 1610 Homeowner s Installation and Operating Manual For use in the United States and Canada 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 NFI by professionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as NFI Woodburning Specialists or who are amp certified in Canada by Wood Energy Technical Wood Energy CERTIFIED _ echn www nficertified org Training WETT ef www Do Not Discard This Manual Retain for Future Use 30002850 7 06 Rev 2 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Congratulations on your choice of a Vermont Castings Defiant stove With this purchase you have made a commit ment 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 We assure you that your cast iron Vermont Castings stove has been made
3. 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 Keep the Stove a Safe Distance From Surrounding Materials Both a stove and its chimney connector radiate heat in all directions when operating and nearby combustible materials can overheat dangerously if they are too close to the heat source A safe installation requires that ad equate clearance be maintained between the hot stove and its connector and nearby combustibles Clearance is the distance between either your stove or chimney connector and nearby walls floors the ceiling and any other fixed combustible surface The Defiant has specific clearance requirements that have been established after careful research and testing These clearance requirements must be strictly observed In addition keep furnishings and other combustible materials away from the stove In general a distance of 48 1219 mm must be maintained between the stove and moveable combustible items such as drying 11 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove clothes furniture newspapers firewood etc Keep ing those clearance areas empty assures that nearby surfaces and objects will not overheat Safe Ways to Reduce Clearances Clearance requirements are established to meet every installation possibility and they involve the combination
4. Check These Clearances gs O lial CTA DEP m EEE EE a S This Off Fig 8 In this installation the chimney connector attaches to the chimney above the fireplace opening If the chimney connector in 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 e Check the clearance between the chimney connec tor and the ceiling The clearance should be at least 30 762 mm with unshielded connectors Consult the clearance charts for other installation options The fireplace damper must be sealed to prevent room air from escaping up the flue However it 30002850 must be possible to re open the damper to inspect or clean the chimney Through the Fireplace If your fireplace opening height is at least 29 737 mm you may install a Defiant through the opening using a positive connection kit available from your local deal er Positive connection kits ensure a tight fit between the stove flue collar and the chimney flue Fig 9 Fireplace installations whether connected to the flue above or through the fireplace opening have special
5. 30002720 See Chart Pg 37 30002818 30002817 See Chart Pg 37 30002716 1202560 30002820 30002838 30002836 30002844 30002829 See Chart Pg 37 30002815 1201846 1202471 30002819 30002827 1201781 1201745 1600622 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 T7 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 87 88 91 92 Item Description Door Latch Assy Ashdoor Ashdoor Handle Wood Ashdoor Hinge Rod Cotter Pin Ashdoor Ashdoor Bottom Hinge Support Ashpan Bracket Primary Air Flap Primary Air Shaft Air Linkage Rear Side Bracket Thermostat Handle Airwash Manifold Front Flue Collar Gasket Left Door Door Hinge Strip Top Glass Clip Glass Clip Right Door Only Front Door Handle amp Shaft Right Door Door Gasket Glass Gasket Left Door Glass Right Door Glass Lower Door Hinge Pin Spacer for Damper rod Upper Door Hinge Pin Handle Base Stub Ceramic Handle Handle Bolt Thermostat Handle Bolt Ash Pan Assy Flue Collar Leg Hex Head Jam Nut Bottom Heat Shield NOTES In this diagram and throughout this manual left and right mean as you face the stove When ordering parts be sure to mention the stove s model number When ordering external parts be sure to specify color 1 Not interchangeable due to a heat reflective coating on the room side of the glass 2 Included in 00043
6. allow more air into the firebox avoid big loads of firewood and check that the wood moisture is not too low 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 awhile 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 avail able to it Sluggish draft results when a house is tight enough to prevent the ready flow of air to the stove or by competition 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 other air consuming equipme
7. clearance requirements to adjacent trim and the mantel You ll find the required safe clearances for Defiant fire place installations on Page 12 Floor protection requirements also apply to fireplace installations This information is on Page 10 Flexible Connector Fireplace Adapter Kit Positive Connection Fig 9 Through the fireplace installation 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 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 In the United States the National Fire Protection As sociation NFPA has established guidelines for passing chimney connectors through combustible walls Many building code inspectors follow these guidelines when approving installations 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Figure 10 shows one NFPA recommended method All combustible material in the wall is cut away from the single wall connector to provide the required 12 305 mm clearance An
8. of these variables e When the stove pipe has no listed heat shield mounted on it e When the wall has no heat shield mounted on it e When the wall has a heat shield mounted on it e When the wall and stove pipe have heat shields In general the greatest clearance is required when you place a stove and its connector near a wall with no heat shield For example when the Defiant is installed parallel to the rear wall with 8 pipe and no connector shield is used it must be at least 35 889 mm from the wall behind it and at least 23 584 mm from walls on either side These dimensions are measured from the top edge of the stove to the combustible wall If the Defiant is installed in a corner and no shield is used the corners of the stove top must be at least 25 635 mm from nearby walls when using 8 connector pipe Clearances may be reduced only by means approved by the regulatory authority and in accordance with the clearances listed in this manual Refer to Pages 10 13 for approved clearance reduction specifications NOTE Clearance requirements differ for 8 and 6 con nector pipe installation A minimum ceiling height of 8 feet 2 4 m is required for all installations of the Defiant NC NOTE Installation of the Defiant is not permitted in alcoves One way to reduce clearances is with a wall shield constructed of 24 gauge or heavier sheet metal or of another noncombustible material such as 1 2
9. 13 mm insulation board such as Durock or Wonderboard or common brick laid on flat with the 3 90 mm side down Shields must be spaced out from the combustible surface 1 25 mm on noncombustible spacers as in Figure 13 The spacers should not be directly behind the stove or chimney 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 must be open and the shield must be open at the top Metal screening across the top will keep small stray objects from being trapped behind the shield Fig 13 12 With 6 connections and chimneys the shield must be a minimum of 48 1219 mm tall and must extend at least 19 483 mm higher than the top of the stove whichever is higher The shield behind the chimney connector must be 30 760 mm wide centered behind the pipe for installations that use an approved prefab ricated chimney to pass through the ceiling the shield behind the chimney connector must stop 1 25 mm below the ceiling With 8 connections and chimneys because of poten tially higher pipe temperatures the shield must extend the full height of the wall up to 9 2 7 m and stop 1 25 mm below the ceiling o Air Flow Screen p le Wall Shield Stud Wall Framing Noncombus tible Spacers and Fasteners ie Shield a Metal Spacer m Drywall lie Air Flow Fig 13
10. Flue collar 660mm 584mm 706mm 254mm _ 559 mm shield installed Rear exit S 24 T 21 N A U 10 V 21 610 mm 533 mm 254 mm 533 mm Chimney Connector Clearance Unprotected Vertical Surfaces Protected Vertical Surfaces Single wall connector 26 673 mm 212 546 mm 1 Single wall connector z per Pede 31 343 mm 21 546 mm PEN PONA FAMNEN 18 470 mm 17 445 mm connector Unprotected Ceiling Surfaces Protected Ceiling Surfaces Single wall connector 15 381 mm Not measured Horizontal Clearance to Combustibles in Front of Stove All Installations 48 1219 mm A minimum ceiling height of 8 feet 2 4 m measured from the base of the stove is required for all installations Using a listed double wall oval to 6 round connector 1 When wall protection is used a ceiling heat shield 24 610 mm in diameter and suspended 1 25 mm from the ceiling must surround the pipe in installations where the chimney penetrates the ceiling 2 The connector pipe heat shield must extend 36 914 mm above the flue collar When this shield is used a single wall pipe may continue vertically unshielded 3 With protected wall surfaces the rear clearance must be increased by 3 76 mm if the flue collar heat shield is not used The flue collar shield is required when using connector pipe shields and always with unprotected surfaces 14 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Cata
11. away ash using a flexible vacu um hose inserted into each passage Care should be taken not to damage the white fibrous material in this rear chamber Fig 43 34 The Chimney Connector TWO WEEKS e Inspect the chimney connector and chimney Clean if necessary TWO MONTHS e Inspect the chimney and chimney connector Pay particular attention to the horizontal runs of chimney connector and the elbows Clean the system if nec essary ANNUAL SPRING CLEANING e Disassemble the chimney connector and take it outdoors for inspection and cleaning Replace weak sections of connector e Inspect the chimney for signs of deterioration Re pairs to a masonry chimney should be made by a professional mason Replace damaged sections of prefabricated chimney Your local Dutchwest dealer or a chimney sweep can help determine when re placement is necessary e Thoroughly clean the chimney Inspect and Vacuum Both Rear Corners Ash Build up Fig 43 Inspect and clean out ash accumulation on either side of the non catalytic combustion system 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design materials specifications prices and discontinue colors and products at any time without notice Defiant Woodburning Stove Model 1610 30002850 35 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Defiant Woodburning Stove Model 1610 continued AJAJAJATATATAwlwlwl
12. circulate under the wood resulting in the fire reviving more quickly Fig 35 For best results when refueling wear long cuffed stove gloves to protect your hands and forearms add fuel while the stove still has plenty of glowing embers to re kindle the fire and include some smaller pieces of wood in the new fuel load to help the stove regain its operating temperature quickly Use this sequence as a guide to successful refueling 1 Open the damper 2 De ash the stove as described above Open the ashdoor and check the level of ash in the ash pan Empty the pan if necessary and replace it in the stove Close the ash door 3 Open the griddle load the wood smaller pieces first and close the griddle 4 Close the damper 5 When the surface temperature reaches 450 F 230 C adjust the air control for the amount of heat you desire NOTE If the remaining charcoal bed is relatively thick 2 3 51 75 mm 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 control for the desired heat output within five minutes WARNING FIREPLACE STOVES EQUIPPED WITH DOORS SHOULD BE OPERATED ONLY WITH DOORS FULLY OPEN OR DOORS FULLY CLOSED IF DOORS ARE LEFT PARTLY OPEN GAS AND FLAME MAY BE DRAWN OUT OF THE FIREPLACE STOVE OPENING CREATING RISKS FROM BOTH FIRE AND SMOKE CAUTION The Defiant will be hot while in opera tion Keep children clo
13. draft to pull air in through those channels and performance of the stove suffers Imagine a vacuum cleaner with a hole in the hose to understand the effect here In some cases the other appliance can even cause a negative draft through the stove and result in a dangerous draft reversal Creosote Creosote is a by product of slow wood burning It s an organic tar that can condense in the flue if it is pres ent in the exhaust slow moving and cools to less than 290 F 130 C 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 that will encourage good draft and minimize creosote production Because letting the exhaust cool off and slow down is one of the keys to creosote accumulation 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 NFPA recom mends a chimney liner 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 guide lines as part of their building codes Even the best stove installation will not perform well with poor fuel The best fuel is h
14. four large slot head screws from the stove bottom Install the stove legs Fig 20 using the hex head bolts from the parts bag Use 3 8 washers with all four legs the door handle holder at taches between the right front leg and the stove body Position the holder so the hole that accepts the handle hub faces out from the right side of the stove Tighten the bolts firmly NOTE It is usually most convenient to leave the stove on its shipping pallet and swing one corner of the stove at a time off the pallet to attach each leg Be sure to support the stove well i e with wooden blocks until all four legs are secured to the stove CAUTION Overtightening can strip tapped threads D e LAL AE _ i E D _ eA Leg Bolt and Washer Fig 20 Attach the stove legs 20 Use the removable handle to open or close the doors After using it remove the handle so it will not get hot Store the handle in the handle holder installed behind the right front leg Fig 21 Bottom Heat Shield Door Handle Holder Leg Bolt and Washer Fig 21 Handle holder and heat shield positions Install the Bottom Heat Shield NOTE The Bottom Heat Shield is required in most installations Refer to Floor Protection Page 10 for further details 1 Loosen the four 10 24 x 1 2 hex head bolts from the corners of the ash drop on the stove bottom 3 Align the bottom heat shield holes with the four bolts The outside air cu
15. inspect or clean the chimney yourself contact your local Vermont Castings dealer or a profes sional chimney sweep Maintenance Schedule The Stove DAILY e Clear any ash build up from around the air holes and combustion flow path in the lower fireback Ashes should be removed before they reach the top of the ash pan Check accumulation at least once a day Keep the area around the stove clear of any com bustible materials such as wood furniture or cloth ing TWO MONTHS e Check door handle to be sure it is working properly Gasketing becomes compressed after a period of time Adjust handle tightness if necessary Check leg bolts and heat shield screws tighten if necessary ANNUAL SPRING CLEANING e Check gasketing for wear and replace if necessary e Remove ashes from the ash pan and replace with a moisture absorbing material such as kitty litter to keep the interior of the stove dry Clean the dust from the inner sides of bottom rear or pipe heat shields if your stove is equipped with them Clean surfaces are better heat reflectors than dirty surfaces Touch up the black paint Inspect for and remove ash build up behind the com bustion package This should be done in conjunction with annual cleaning of the chimney connector since this inspection is most conveniently done through the flue collar opening Inspect the passages to either side of the combustion package a mirror will be helpful and vacuum
16. or similar concealed space The whole connector should be exposed and accessible for in spection and cleaning In horizontal runs of un shielded chimney connector maintain a distance of 30 762 mm from the ceiling Keep it as short and direct as possible with no more than two 90 turns Slope horizontal runs of connector upward 1 4 per foot 6mm per meter going from the stove toward the chimney The recommended maxi mum length of a horizontal run is 3 1 m and the total length should be no longer than 8 2 4 m In cathedral ceiling installations extend the prefabricated chimney downward to within 8 2 4 m of the stove This will help maintain a good draft by keeping the smoke warm so that it rises readily Wear gloves and protective eyewear when drilling cut ting or joining sections of chimney connector Single wall Chimney Connectors e Begin assembly at the flue collar of the stove Insert the first crimped end into the stove s flue collar and keep each crimped end pointing toward the stove Fig 5 Using the holes in the flue collar as guides drill 1 8 83mm holes in the bottom of the first sec tion of chimney connector and secure it to the flue collar with three 10 x 1 2 sheet metal screws Lift off the griddle and shield the stove s surface between the griddle opening and the front of the flue collar to protect the finish when you drill the front hole e Fasten each joint between sectio
17. screw the collar back onto the stove 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove 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 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 Fig 24 Assemble the Removable Insert Handle The ceramic removable insert handle opens and closes the front doors Remove after each use and store it in the handle holder behind the right front leg Assemble the handle by passing the 3 screw through the ceramic shaft and into the bright metal nub Fig 25 Tighten carefully until snug Fig 25 Assemble the front door handle 21 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Fan Kit Installation 1 Attach the fan assembly at the bottom edge of the in ner back with two 2 1 4 20 x 3 4 hex head screws 2 Attach snapstat to the mounting holes on the un derside of the bottom with two 2 1 4 20 pan head screws 3 Attach the rheostat holder provided with the stove under the right front wing of the bottom heat shield with two 2 10 sheet metal screws 4 Attach the rheostat to its holder by inserting the rheo stat control shaft through the holder hole Install the retaining ring and rheostat knob onto the sha
18. 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 Mason ry 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 A loose or leaky clean out door can weaken chimney draft caus ing performance problems Prefabricated Chimneys A prefabricated metal chimney must be one tested and listed for use with solid fuel burning appliances to the High Temperature H T Chimney Standard UL 103 1985 2100 F for the United States and High Temper ature 650 C Standard ULC S 629 for Canada DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE Chimney Size A Defiant with an 8 203 mm flue collar is approved for venting 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 A Defiant with a 6 152 mm flue connector is approved for venting into a masonry chimney with a nominal flue size of 8 x 8 203 x 203 mm and into a round flue with nominal flue of 6
19. surfaces warm This design along with a pre heated airwash makes clear fire viewing possible at most fir ing levels Andirons Help Protect the Glass Your stove has andirons to keep logs away from the glass panels The andirons are essential to maintain clear fire viewing and should be left permanently in place Since the andirons may slightly hinder refueling through the front doors most stove owners will prefer the convenience of top loading through the griddle Do not place fuel between the andirons and the doors Burn Only High Quality Wood The Defiant is designed to burn natural wood only do not burn fuels other than that for which it was designed You ll enjoy the best results when burning wood that has been adequately air dried The wood should be 22 24 559 610 mm in length Avoid burning green wood that has not been properly seasoned Do not burn construction materials they often contain chemicals and metals that can damage the inside surfaces of the stove and pollute the air Do not burn ocean driftwood when it burns the salt it contains will attack the cast iron 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 that include tamarack yellow pine white pine East ern red cedar fir and redwood These should also be properly dried Sto
20. warm and the result is a stronger draft An uninsulated liner is a second choice the liner keeps the exhaust restricted to its original size but the hot gases still must warm up the air around the liner This makes the warm up process take longer Pipe amp Chimney Layout Every turn the exhaust must take as it travels to the chimney top will slow it down The ideal pipe and chim ney layout is to vent vertically into a completely straight and vertical chimney If you are 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 allows the gases to speed up before they must turn it leaves some pipe in the room for heat 30002850 transfer and it gives you long term flexibility for install ing a different 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 exhaust enough to cause draft and creosote problems With prefabricated chimney bring it down to six to eight feet from the stove With a masonry chimney arrange the pipe so that it turns into the chim ney within eight feet of the stove 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
21. with the utmost care and will provide you with many years of service As you become acquainted with your new stove you will find that its appearance is matched by its functionality due to cast iron s unique ability to absorb and radiate heat Also CFM Corporation products are among the cleanest burning wood stoves and fireplaces available today As an owner of a Vermont Castings stove you make a strong statement for pollution free energy However clean burning depends on both the manufacturer and the operator Please read this manual carefully to understand how to properly operate and maintain your stove At CFM Corporation we are equally committed to your satisfaction as a customer That is why we maintain an ex clusive network of the finest dealers in the industry Our dealers are chosen for their expertise and dedication to customer service They are factory trained and knowledgeable about every CFM Corporation product Feel free to contact your Authorized Vermont Castings 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 Defiant It also contains useful information on maintenance Please read the manual thoroughly and keep it as a reference Sincerely All of Us at CFM Corporation This manual describes the installation operation and maintenance of the Vermont Castings Defiant Model 1610 non catalyt
22. 02911 30002922 30002890 30002880 30002933 Left Door 30002854 30002879 30002920 30002931 30002899 30002889 30002942 Sub Ass Left Door 30002813 30002876 30002917 30002928 30002896 30002886 30002939 Right Door 30002853 30002878 30002919 30002930 30002898 30002888 30002941 Sub Ass Right Door 30002812 30002875 30002916 30002927 30002895 30002885 30002938 Leg 30002835 30002877 30002918 30002929 30002897 30002887 30002940 30002850 37 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove 38 30002850 LIMITED LIFETIME Warranty For Vermont Castings Defiant Non Catalytic Wood Stove Limited Lifetime Warranty CFM Corporation warrants that all refractory brick and_ material used in this product will be warranted against deterioration not resulting from physical damage or overloading of the woodstove for the lifetime of this product This coverage includes the components of the EverBurn System shoe fountain and fireback Coverage is provided only to the original purchaser Limited 3 Year Warranty All cast iron parts are warranted for a period of three years against breakage cracking or burn through Limited 1 Year Warranty The following part of the woodburning stove are warranted to be free of defects in material and work manship for a period of one year from the date you receive it The handles glass door panels door gasketing and porcelain finish Any of these items found to be de
23. 0mm clear ance between pipe and sides top bottom of opening Fig 11 An approved wall pass through for Canada Your local dealer or your local building inspector can provide details for other approved methods of passing a chimney connector through a combustible wall in your area In Canada this type of installation must conform to CAN CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment NOTE Do not vent your Defiant into a factory 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 hazardous to adapt them for any other use DO NOT CONNECT THE DEFIANT TO ANY AIR DIS TRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM Floor Protection A tremendous amount of heat radiates from the bottom plate of your stove The floor area directly under and around the stove will require protection from radiant heat as well as from stray sparks or embers that may escape the firebox Heat protection is provided with the use of the Bottom Heat Shield and ash door heat shield supplied with the stove Most installations will require the bottom heat shield to be attached Only when the stove is placed ona completely noncombustible surface such as unpainted concrete over earth may it be used without the heat shield Even when the bottom heat shield and ash door heat shields are installed most installations require s
24. 14 for 6 connections Defiant With Flue Collar Heat Shield Only Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces Corner i Corner i Parallel Installations Side A Rear B Corner C Side D Rear E Corner F ANN 30 37 283 4 25 30 1060 mm 772 mm 440 mm 730 mm 645 mm 762 mm Defiant With Flue Collar Heat Shield and Shielded Connector Side A Rear B Corner C Side D Rear E Corner F 413 17 37 28 25 f 1060 mm 441 mm 940 mm 730 mm 660 mm Defiant With Flue Collar Heat Shield and Double wall Connector 26 413 22 25 219 1060 mm 568 mm 660 mm 654 mm 543 mm lt A gt 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 35 889 mm in the United States and 37 340 mm in Canada 18 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Distance from the Center of the Flue Collar to the Wall for 8 Connections ONLY The information on this page is helpful in planning stove placement particularly in those installations with chimneys that pass through the ceiling However this is not a clearance chart Final stove clearances must adhere to the guidelines in the clearance chart on Page 15 for 8 connections Defiant With Flue Collar Heat Shield Only Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces Corner Parallel
25. 152 mm NOTE When installed with a 6 flue collar the Defi ant may not be operated with the front doors open Whatever the flue collar size a Defiant may be vented into larger chimneys as well However chimneys with liners larger than 8 x 12 203 x 305 mm 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 30002850 Accessories to help make the connection between stainless steel chimney liners and your Defiant are available through your local dealer Chimney Connector Guidelines A chimney connector is the single wall pipe that con nects the stove to the chimney The chimney itself is the masonry or prefabricated structure that encloses the flue Chimney connectors are used only to connect the stove to the chimney Single wall connectors 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 re lease toxic fumes under high heat The connector may be 6 152 mm or 8 203 mm 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
26. 45 Black Ceramic Handle Assy The hardware in the Defiant is in standard sizes most bolts are 1 4 diameter by 20 threads per inch Most hardware stores can supply re placement hardware if you specify bolt diameter number of threads per Part Number 5004025 30002810 1600663 30002826 30001749 1300642 30001908 30002849 30002841 30002842 30002845 1600660 30002814 See Chart Pg 37 30001910 See Chart Pg 37 1300645 See Chart Pg 37 30001715 30001716 30002717 See Chart Pg 37 1203589 1203556 1600064 1600062 30002727 1201779 30002727 30002714 20006381 1201294 1201243 30001690 See Chart Pg 37 See Chart Pg 37 1203290 30002843 inch and length Fasteners inside the firebox should be replaced with stainless steel for ease of future disassembly 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Defiant Woodburning Stove Model 1610 continued Shell Enamel Parts Defiant Model 1610 Part Name Classic Biscuit Bordeaux Chestnut Ebony Midnight Vermont Brown Blue Green Top 30002834 30002874 30002915 30002926 30002894 30002884 30002937 Left Side 30002832 30002872 30002913 30002924 30002892 30002882 30002935 o Right Side 30002831 30002871 30002912 30002923 30002891 30002881 30002934 Flue Collar 30001576 30002947 30002921 30002932 30002910 30001617 30002943 Front 30002830 30002873 30002914 30002925 30002893 30002883 30002936 Ashlip 30002811 30002870 300
27. Approved wall shield construction Fireplace and Mantel Trim Shields A fireplace installation requires special clearance between 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 clearances To protect a mantel from the heat of a stove in a fireplace installation use a custom made ventilated mantel shield that is at least 48 ST501 1220 mm long centered over the stove Fig 14 Ventilated shields for side trim must extend the full length of the trim a 1 4 6mm Fig 14 Acustom formed mantel shield 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove An unprotected mantel A Fig 15 cannot be more than 9 230 mm deep and must have a minimum clearance of 41 1041 mm measured from the stove s top plate With a ventilated shield this clearance may be reduced safely to 29 737 mm Unprotected top trim B protruding 3 4 19 mm or less from the face of the fireplace must be a minimum of 28 711 mm from the stove s top surface With a ventilated trim shield this clearance may be reduced safely to 21 533 mm Unprotected side trim C that protrudes 3 4 19 mm or less from the fac
28. Installations Corner Parallel Installation ara eNngtakaaNS Installations Installations SeA Comer C Side O Rear e Corner F 39 34 35 2694 145 19 1010 mm 873 mm 889 mm 680 mm 365 mm 483 mm Defiant With Flue Collar Heat Shield and Shielded Connector 4134 16 26 145 1060 mm 416 mm ids ae 680 mm 365 mm Defiant With Flue Collar Heat Shield and Double wall Connector 40 21 23 10 1035 mm 543 mm gi an 603 mm 264 mm Mee an 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 35 889 mm in the United States and 37 340 mm in Canada 30002850 19 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Assembly Set Up Your Stove Storing the Handle Cast iron stoves are heavy and it will take two to four people to move your Defiant into position Wipe the protective coating of oil from the griddle with a clean dry rag or a paper towel Install the handle on the griddle Slip the bolt through a washer a nylon bushing then through the handle and the other bushing then through the steel spacer and into the griddle tab Fig 19 Tighten securely o Spacer Bushings VE Knob gt e a Washer k Bolt Fig 19 Attach the griddle handle Install Stove Legs Remove and discard the
29. RATE THE STOVE WITH THE ASH DOOR OPEN OPERATION WITH THE ASH DOOR OPEN CAN CAUSE AN OVERFIRING CONDITION TO OCCUR OVERFIRING THE STOVE IS DANGER OUS AND CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE INJURY ORLOSS OF LIFE 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 Defiant minimize thermal stress by letting the plates adjust gradually during three or four initial break in fires follow ing Steps 1 3 below 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Starting and Maintaining a Wood Fire Burn only solid wood in the Defiant and burn it directly on the grate Do not elevate the fuel Do not burn coal or other fuels The bypass 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 Never use flammable fluids such as gasoline gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid naptha engine oil or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this heater Keep all such liquids well away from the heater while it is in use 1 Open the stove bypass damper and open the prima ry air control fully 2 Place several sheets of crumpled newspaper in the stove Place six or eight pieces of dry kindling split to
30. Stove All Gasketed Construction Gaskets Other gaskets form seals between all other non moving parts but these are not subject to the same wear and deterioration 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 e The lower fireback to the back panel e The left and right air plates inner sides e All connections between the stove plates The Chimney System Po Creosote Creosote Your Defiant 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 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 of a slow burning fire As a result creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining When ignited this creo sote makes an extremely hot fire within the flue system that can damage the chimney and overheat adjacent combustible ma
31. a finger width size on the paper On the kindling lay two or three larger sticks of split dry wood approximately 1 2 25 51 mm in diameter Fig 33 Fig 33 Start the fire with newspaper and dry kindling 3 Light the newspaper and close the door Gradu ally build up the fire by adding a few 3 5 80 120 mm diameter pieces of split firewood 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 do not let the stove get hotter than 500 F 260 C as measured on an optional stove top thermometer Adjust the air control lever as neces sary to control the fire Some odor from the stove s hot metal and the paint is normal for the first few fires NOTE Some chimneys must be primed or warmed up before they will draw sufficiently to start a fire To correct this situation roll up a couple pieces of news paper place them on top of the kindling and toward the back of the stove light them and close the doors This will encourage the smoke to rise rapidly making it easier to establish a good draft 25 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove 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 Defiant has been br
32. ace the Stove Gaskets as Needed Your Defiant uses fiberglass rope gaskets to make a tight seal between some parts With use particu larly on moving parts 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 The griddle to the stove top wire reinforced gasket 5 16 The damper to the upper fireback the front doors to the stove front and the doors to each other 3 8 The ash door to the front of the bottom panel 3 16 The outer glass panes to the door 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 working with dusty materials wear safety goggles and a dust mask The procedure for replacing gaskets is the same regardless of the gasket location Follow these eight steps 1 Remove the existing gasket by grasping an end and pulling firmly Fig 41 2 Use a wire brush or the tip of 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 41 30002850 Fig 41 Remove gasket then clean channel with wire brus
33. ardwood that has air dried 12 18 months Softwood burns but not as long as hardwood Green wood has a lot of moisture in it it will burn but some of the heat potential is used to boil the extra moisture from the wood This reduces the amount of heat that reaches your home and can contribute to a creosote problem There are moisture meters available for firewood you can also judge your wood by its ap pearance and weight If you get it green lift a piece and 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove 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 wood can be too dry and too volatile Smoke and combustible gases can gas out from the wood quickly and densely enough to overload the combustion system If you hear a rumbling or roar ing noise like a propane torch from the stove thatis a sign that the stove is overfiring 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 until they are concentrated enough and hot enough to ignite If your stove back puffs the stove needs to cool down You should open the damper to let the smoke rise to the flue more quickly
34. bottom slightly outward and pull down to release the upper hinge pin Place the doors face down on a padded work surface Be especially careful with enamelled doors 2 Remove the screws that hold the glass retainer clips in place and remove the clips 3 Carefully lift the broken glass panel from the door Installing the Glass Check the gasket around the window it should be soft and resilient so that the glass will seal properly against the door Replace the gasket if it has hardened or if it is compressed 1 Center the glass on the gasket Be sure to place the glass so that the infrared reflective coating is on the exterior side facing toward the room Secure the glass on both doors with the retainer clips Tighten all screws Fig 38 Replace the doors on the stove Open and close the doors to check that they fit and work properly Adjust as necessary LN Door Gasket N AWU Right Door Back Side Left Door Glass Gasket 3 Glass Panel h Q Retainer Clip kg Retainer Clip Fig 38 An exploded view of the glass assembly 31 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Adjust the Damper as Needed The tension on the Defiant 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 Fig 39 2 Turn the pr
35. brick mineralboard 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Step c Compare proposed system Rtotal of 1 231 to specified R of 0 59 Since proposed system Rtotal is greater than required the system is acceptable Definitions R ft hr F Btu in a E ANCF _ ft hr CF Btuy in Kx 12 Btu ft ft hr F Floor Protection for Fireplace Installation Do not assume that 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 Because heat passes readily through brick or concrete it can easily pass through to the wood As a result such fireplace hearths can be a fire hazard and are considered a com bustible floor 1 k For all fireplace installations follow the floor protec tion guidelines described above including the need for bottom and ash door heat shields Keep in mind that many raised hearths will extend less than the required clearance from the front of the heater 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 16 410 mm in the United States and 18 460 mm in Canada Hearth rugs do not satisfy the requirement for floor protection as they are not fire proof
36. connector The top of such adapters attaches directly to the chimney or to the chimney s 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 out side the inner wall of the chimney and the bottom end will fit inside the first section of 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 recommen dations 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 7 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Chimney Slip Pipe Standard Connector Oval to Round Adapter Fig 6 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 connector system for inspection and cl
37. e of a fireplace must have a minimum clearance of 14 356 mm measured from the stove s top side edge If the trim extends more than 3 4 19 l mm it is subject to the requirements for wall clearance ST253b Fireplace and Mantel Trim Clearances Unprotected Protected A Mantel 41 1041mm 29 737 mm B Top Trim 28 711mm 21 533 mm C Side Trim 14 356mm 14 356 mm D Side Wall 26 660mm 14 356 mm Fig 15 Maintain clearances to combustible components of the mantelpiece Side Wall The charts and sample installations that follow list all the clearances required for the various installation configurations of the Defiant 30002850 13 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Defiant NC Clearance Chart for 6 Connections ONLY Stove Clearance Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces t Stove Installed 3 w Stove Installed pe Parallel to Wall Corner Parallel to Wall Corner Top exit with no A 26 B 31 C 27 D 13 E 26 connector heat shields 660 787 686 330 660 Flue collar shield installed S60 MM 787mm 686mm j 930 mm 660 mm Top exit with heat shields G 26 H 18 1 27 J 13 K 26 on connector Flue collar shield in talled2 660 mm 457 mm 686 mm 330 mm 660 mm Top exit doubleswall chim M 26 N 93 O 16 P 10 Q 99 ney connector
38. e the ash pan making sure to keep it level e To keep the cover from sliding off and to keep ash from falling on the floor do not tilt the ash pan for ward e If the stove is in operation close the ash door while disposing of the ash You may need to lift the latch end of the door slightly to align the latch with the mating part on the stove bottom e Properly dispose of the ash in a metal container with a tight fitting lid Store the container outdoors away from all combustible material e Return the ash pan to its original position in the stove and close and latch the ash door Fig 37 e 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 typically every one to three days The frequency will vary depending on how you operate your Defiant ash will accumulate faster at higher heat outputs Remove ash frequently and place it outdoors ina 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 cl
39. eaner to remove ash from the stove always remove and dispose of the ash properly 27 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove 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 or insert operation depends on natural unforced draft Natural draft occurs when the exhaust 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 hot gases rise through the chimney they provide suction or draw that pulls air into the stove 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 one which restricts the amount of air getting into the firebox the chimney must keep the stove s exhaust warm all the way
40. eaning fig 7 Thimble sleeves are 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 Thimble Sleeve Chimney Connector Keep sleeve end flush with flue tile Fig 7 The thimble made of either ceramic or metal must be cemented securely in place 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 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 Defiant may be connected to a chimney above a fireplace opening Fig 8 In such installations 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 to the point at which the chimney connector enters the chimney N
41. essure screw approximately one half turn clockwise with an Allen wrench provided with your stove 3 Tighten the lock nut Prevent the pressure screw from turning as you tighten the nut Re test the damper Pressure Ad justing Screw Lock Nut Damper Fig 39 Adjust the damper with the Allen wrench Tighten the Damper Handle as Needed A handle 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 Defiant s doors should close securely to prevent accidental opening and to keep air from leaking into the stove On properly 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 latches may need adjustment To adjust the latches loosen the small lock nut rotate the striker screw a half turn and re tighten the small lock nut Fig 40 Your stove kit includes an Allen wrench for latch adjustments Hold the striker screw to keep it from turning as you tighten the lock nut Make repeated small adjustments until the setting is right Pawl Small Lock ing Nut N me Striker Screw Set Screw Handle Stub Fig 40 Turn the door latch striker screw in or out to tighten or loosen the screw Repl
42. fective will be repaired or replaced at no charge upon the return of the part with postage prepaid to a Vermont Castings Authorized Dealer Any parts 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 warranty is non transferable 2 This warranty does not cover misuse of the stove Misuse includes overfiring which will result if the 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 pig ments has burned off Overfiring in enamel stoves is identified by bubbling cracking chipping and discolor ation 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 Owners Guide nor does it cover a stove which has been modified unless authorized by a CFM Corporation representative in writing This war ranty does not cover damage to the stove caused by burning salt saturated wood chemically treated wood or any fuel not recommended in the Owners Guide 4 This warranty does not cover a stove repaired by someone other than a Vermon
43. ft 5 Secure the rheostat cable to the underside of the bottom heat shield using the wire tie provided and the hole at the right rear edge of the heat shield 6 Fan will not operate until stove reaches approximate ly 109 F Hole for Wire Tie to Secure Cable Rheostat Knob y R i Q Rheostat Holder Rheostat Fig 26 Fan installation Kit 2767 Operation The Defiant Controls Two controls regulate the performance of the Defiant a primary air control supplies oxygen for the fire and a damper directs air flow within the stove to activate and deactivate the catalytic combustor Fig 27 Symbols cast into the stove are reminders of the correct directions for using the controls The words Left and right in these directions are facing the stove Door Handle Door Handle Holder Behind Fig 27 The Defiant s controls are conveniently located and easy to operate A Single Air Control Regulates Heat Output and Burn Time The primary air control lever on the right side of the stove controls the amount of incoming air for starting maintaining and reviving a fire 22 More air entering the stove makes the fire burn hotter and faster while less air prolongs the burn at a lower heat output level Fig 28 For the greatest air supply and maximum heat output but
44. h 3 Determine the correct length of the appropriate sized gasket by laying it out in the channel Allow an extra 1 2 25 50 mm and mark the spot to be cut 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 unravel ing 5 Lay an unbroken 1 8 3 mm bead of gasket cement in the newly cleaned channel Fig 42 6 Starting at one end press the gasket into the chan nel Fig 48 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 42 Lay a bead of gasket cement then press gasket in place 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 mallet 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 9 The stove s doors may need adjustment after you have regasketed them Initially it may require loosening the latch to accommodate the new gasket after a few weeks it may need tightening to compensate for com pression of the new gasket The directions for adjusting the latches are on page 32 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning
45. he Untied States and Canada as follows In U S installations the floor protector is required under the stove and must extend at least 16 not including the ash lip from the front of the stove F Fig 12 and at least 6 from the sides and rear D and E Fig 12 In rear venting configurations floor protection must also extend under the chimney connector and 2 to either side C Fig 12 For the 8 203 mm connector the protector must be a minimum of 12 305 mm wide For the 6 152 mm connector the protector must be 10 254 mm wide The protector must be centered under the connector To meet these requirements a floor protector must be at least 44 wide and 46 deep In Canada A noncombustible floor protector is required under the stove as well The floor protector must extend 18 457 mm to the front F Fig 12 and 8 203 mm from the sides and rear D and E Fig 12 To meet these requirements a floor protector must be at least 46 1168 mm wide and 50 1270 mm deep How to Determine if Alternate Floor Protection Materials are Acceptable All floor protection must be noncombustible i e met als brick stone mineral fiber boards etc Any organic materials i e plastics wood paper products etc are combustible and must not be used The floor protection specified includes some form of thermal designation such as R value thermal
46. he 2 3 10 foot rule then adding more height isn t the right answer to a draft problem In fact it could make the problem worse by adding more mass to the chimney system which must be warmed up a distance from the heat source the stove Don t make a chimney taller unless you must in order to meet the safety rules or un less there s some nearby feature causing a downdraft Even then there are downdraft preventing chimney caps available which are probably the smarter choice 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 lose heat faster as they travel slower through a chimney if we vent a stove with a six inch flue collar 28 square inch area into a 10 x 10 flue the gases slow to one third their original speed This allows the gases to cool more rapids 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 is 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 exhaust
47. ic wood burning heater This heater meets the U S Environmental Protection Agency s emission limits for wood heaters sold on or after July 1 1990 Under specific test conditions this heater has been shown to deliver heat at rates ranging from 9 700 to 26 600 Btu hr The Defiant Model 1610 has been tested and is listed by OMNI Test Laboratories of Beaverton Oregon The test standards are ANSI UL 1482 and ANSI UL 737 for the United States and ULC S627 for Canada The Defiant is listed for burning wood only Do not burn other fuels The Defiant is not approved for use in manufactured mobile homes We recommend that you hire a professional installer certified by the Wood Heat Education and Research Foundation WHERF or the Wood Energy Technical Training WETT to install your stove or to advise you on the installation should you attempt to install it yourself Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new stove Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage bodily injury or even death Save These Instructions for Future Reference 2 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove The Story of the Defiant No wood burning appliance save for Ben Franklin s Pennsylvania Fireplace has a stronger heritage than the Ver mont Castings Defiant Named for a 19th century steamship the original Vermont Castings Defiant Wood Stove came to epitomize America s resolve and independence during the Energ
48. lls Wall shields may meet at corner if desired Shielding for con nector is centered behind connector 48 i N Refer to IMPORTANT Note on This Fig 17 Parallel installation with rear wall pass through two wall shields Reduced clearances to both rear and side walls Wall shields may meet at corner if desired Wall pass through must comply with codes Refer to Special Installations 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove s Refer to aa IMPORTANT Note on This 1220 mm Fig 18 Corner installation vertical chimney connector two wall shields Reduced side clearances Wall shield MUST meet at corner IMPORTANT when the stove is installed with 8 con nector pipe wall shields must extend to within 1 25 mm of the ceiling up to 9 2 7 m due to potentially higher pipe temperatures With 6 connections the wall shields only need to extend to a height of 48 1220 mm as shown in the grey shaded areas of Figures 16 17 and 18 17 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove nn Distance from the Center of the Flue Collar to the Wall for 6 Connections ONLY The information on this page is helpful in planning stove placement particularly in those installations with chimneys that pass through the ceiling However this is not a clearance chart Final stove clearances must adhere to the guidelines in the clearance chart on Page
49. lytic Woodburning Stove Defiant NC Clearance Chart for 8 Connections ONLY Stove Clearance Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces Stove Stove Stove Installed in Stove Installed in Parallel to Wall Corner Parallel to Wall Corner Top exit with no A 24 B 35 C 25 D 11 E 15 connector heat shields 610 889 635 279 381 Flue collar shield installed mi mmy pim m mmi a a a a war e shield installed 660 mm 430 mm 635 mm 279mm 381 mm Top exit doubie wall M 25 N 22 0 14 P 8 Q 11 chimney connector Flue 635 mm 559mm 356mm 203mm _ 279 mm collar shield installed Rear exit S 21 T 21 N A U 8 V 21 533 mm 533 mm 203 mm 533 mm Chimney Connector Clearance Unprotected Vertical Surfaces Protected Vertical Surfaces Single wall connector 29 2 749 mm 91 2 241 mm Single wall connector with shields Double wall chimney 1614 419 mm 512 140 mm connector Unprotected Ceiling Surfaces Protected Ceiling Surfaces Single wall connector Horizontal 30 762 mm 19 483 mm 11 292 mm 91 241 mm Clearance to Combustibles in Front of Stove All Installations 48 1219 mm A minimum ceiling height of 8 feet 2 4 m measured from the base of the stove is required for all installations Using a listed double wall oval to round connector 1 Most installations requi
50. m minimum with 6 Chimney Connector 6 152 mm minimum Flue exit position ccccececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Top or Rear Primary AiP assioni onreine iar Manual contol Secondary Air cccceeeeeeeees Fixed self regulating Ash handling system 00 5 Removable ash pan Glass panels High temperature ceramic Weight iscrisse anodni 490 Ibs 222 kg Width leg to leg sesers 323 822 mm Depth leg 10 16 siisiceicceeiieneenaenins 19 483 mm Height to top of flue collar 2972 759 mm Drawing Not to Scale Rear Venting lt 130 mm j 19 3 483 mm Fig 1 Defiant NC dimensions Under specific conditions during EPA emissions test ing 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 rates obtained under labo ratory conditions and on average efficiencies These values are based on operation in building code conforming homes under typical winter climate conditions in New England If your home is of nonstan dard construction e g unusually well insulated not in sulated 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 Authorized Dealer to determine realis
51. nnector 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 refer ral to someone who can See Chimney and Fireplace hazards in the appendix for particulars A prefabricated double wall insulated chimney A tile lined masonry chimney Fig 3 Approved chimney types The chimney must extend at least 3 914 mm above the highest point where it passes through or near a roof and at least 2 610 mm higher than any part of a building within 10 3 m horizontally Fig 4 For proper draft and good performance any chimney used with a Defiant should extend at least 16 5 m above the flue collar of the stove Reference Point Fig 4 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 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
52. ns of chimney connector including telescoping joints with at least three 3 sheet metal screws The pre drilled holes in the top of each section of chimney connector serve 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove as guides when you drill 1 8 3mm holes in the bot tom of the next section e Fasten the chimney connector to the chimney Instructions for various installations follow Figure 6 illustrates the general layout of chimney connector parts e Be sure the installed stove and chimney connector are correct dis tances from nearby combustible materi Toward Stove als NOTE Special slip pipes and thimble sleeves that form tele scoping joints between sections of chimney connector are avail able to simplify instal lations They often eliminate the need to cut individual con nector sections Consult your local dealer about these special pieces Flue Gas Direction Fig 5 Chimney connector 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 acces sories 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 adapters are available from your local dealer to make the connection between the prefabricated chimney and the chimney
53. nt If you need to crack a nearby window or door to enable the chimney to flow well it may be a good idea to install an outside air intake to bring combustion air directly to the stove An outside air kit is available to connect the stove directly to a source of outdoor combustion air Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove 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 year of reliable heating 30 30002850 Keep Your Stove Looking New Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Maintenance Removing the Glass 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 Defiant looking new The stove s paint can be touched up as needed First mask the areas 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 It is normal for the griddle to darken after use You can clean it with a fine bristle wire brush or steel wool Then touch up the stove wi
54. nt 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 The Defiant NC stove is equipped with an outside air connection as standard equipment Pressure variations within the house do not affect a stove equipped with an outside air supply and im proved stove performance often results An Outside Air Kit for the Defiant is available from your local dealer Chimney Height Altitude affects chimney performance When using an 8 oval to 6 flue collar adapter on the Defiant refer to Figure 1 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 16 feet 5 meters O 2000 4000 6000 8000 10000 12000 Altitude Fig 2 Chimney height requirements with 6 chimney and or chimney connector Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove What Kind of Chimney to Use You must connect the Defiant 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 Figure 3 illustrates the two types The chimney and chimney co
55. o the above limi tations 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 Vermont Castings Authorized Dealer or CFM Corporation if the purchase was direct with the following information 1 Name address and telephone number of the pur chaser Date of Purchase Serial number from the label on the back Nature of the defect or damage Any relevant information or circumstances e g instal lation mode of operation when defect was noted A warranty claim will then start in process CFM Corpo ration reserves the right to withhold final approval of a warranty claim pending a visual inspection of the defect by authorized representatives aR WwW Nh 39 CFM Corporation 2695 Meadowvale Blvd Mississauga Ontario Canada L5N 8A3 800 668 5323 www cfmcorp com
56. oken in previously us ing Steps 1 3 continue to build the fire gradually Add larger wood with a diameter of 3 4 75 100 mm Con tinue adding split logs of this size to the briskly burn ing fire until there is a glowing ember bed 2 3 51 75 mm deep Fig 34 A good ember bed is necessary for proper functioning of the non catalytic system and may take an hour or more to establish Fig 34 Add larger pieces of wood as the fire begins to burn well 5 Close the damper when the griddle temperature reaches 450 F 230 C 6 Adjust the air control for your desired heat output NOTE Stove installations vary widely and the operat ing guidance given here is only a starting point The draft management information on Page 26 will explain in detail how the features of your installation may help or hinder good draft and how you may need to vary your firing technique if your installation doesn t encour age a good draft Fig 35 Add full size logs after the ember bed is 3 75mm deep 26 Refuel While the Embers Are Still Hot When reloading best results will be achieved if you first de ash the stove by stirring the fuel bed to allow ash to fall through the grate into the ash pan Do not break the charcoal into very small pieces or pound or compress the charcoal bed It is important that air can circulate through the charcoal bed during the burn Larger pieces of charcoal allow more air to
57. our plans with the local building authority Your local dealer can provide any additional information needed For any unresolved installation issues refer to the National Fire Protection Association s publication ANSI NFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys Fireplaces Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances For Canada the equivalent publication is CSA CAN B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment These standards 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 installation instructions may result in a dangerous situation in cluding a chimney or house fire Follow all instruc tions exactly and do not allow makeshift compro mises to endanger property and personal safety 30002850 Outside Air In some modern super insulated homes there may be inadequate air supply for combustion because of insuf ficient air infiltration into the building Such air enters a home through unsealed cracks and openings Exhaust fans in kitchens or bathrooms 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 near the stove will usually alleviate the problem A better solution is to install a permane
58. pecial thermal protection insulation for the floor beneath Use an approved 1 2 13 mm noncombustible hearth pad with k 0 84 BTU in ft hr F or an equivalent material with an R value of at least 0 59 Refer to How to Determine if Alternate Floor Protection Materials are Acceptable section The floor protector may be covered with a decorative noncombustible material if desired Do not obstruct the space under the heater 10 NOTE There is only one stove configuration that does not require thermal protection for a com bustible floor This is when the stove is installed using an 8 connector pipe and chimney AND when the provided ash door and bottom heat shield are installed Spark and ember protection is still neces sary even if insulated hearth pad is not used Use 24 gauge sheet metal or other noncombustible ma terial sized according to the instructions below All other installations require the use of thermal floor protection as described above There is only one stove configuration where the supplied ash door heat shield is not required over a combustible floor This is when the stove is vented with an 8 connector and chimney AND thermal protection is installed as described above Important All installations on a combustible floor require the use of the supplied bottom heat shield This is true whether or not extra thermal protection insulation is installed Protection requirements vary somewhat between t
59. ply in the house In such instances an open 30002850 window near the stove on the windward side of the house can provide the combustion air supply needed Another option for getting more combustion air to the stove is to duct air directly from outside to the stove In some areas provisions for outside combustion air are required in all new construction The Defiant NC is equipped to deliver outside air for combustion and outside air kit 3265 is available 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 Defiant Control Settings Refer to Figure 27 Page 19 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 DO NOT OPE
60. rance Charts 0212 Midnight Blue Assembly 0213 Ebony Operation 0214 Bordeaux Draft Management 0215 Chestnut Brown 0216 Vt Classic Green 3265 Outside Air Kit Firescreen Warranty 1860 6 x 12 Oval Starter Pipe 2767 Fan Kit 0178 Flue Collar Heat Shield Proposition 65 Warning Fuels used in gas wood 0168 Connector Pipe Heat Shield burning or oil fired appliances and the products of A line of porcelain enamel stove pipe is available combustion of such fuels contain chemicals known to in Biscuit Bordeaux Chestnut Brown Ebony the State of California to cause cancer birth defects Midnight Blue Vt Classic Green colors and other reproductive harm California Health amp Safety Code Sec 25249 6 Specifications Installation Maintenance Parts Diagram 1907 30002850 3 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Specifications Defiant Model 1610 EPA Emissions rating eee 0 75 g hr Range of heat outpult 10 000 to 30 300 BTU hr Maximum heat output ee 60 000 BTU hr Area heated cecee Up to 2 400 Square feet Fuel length ccccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeenneeees 24 Fuel capacity ccceeeeeees 50 pounds hardwood LO AGING ss cases vcnscsayavicacdecocacesepataeus benuccnaznaces Front and top Chimney Connector for 8 flue collar eee 8 203 mm diameter Chimney Flue Size with 8 Chimney Connector 8 203 m
61. re a ceiling heat shield 24 610 mm in diameter and suspended 1 25 mm from the ceiling that must surround the pipe when the chimney penetrates the ceiling Refer to Notes 3 and 4 below for the only exceptions to this The ceiling heat shield is always required if clearances are reduced using wall protection 2 With protected wall surfaces the rear clearance must be increased by 3 76 mm if the flue collar heat shield is not used The flue collar shield is required when using connector pipe shields and always with unprotected surfaces 3 In installations where the ceiling height is 9 feet 2 7 m or more and if wall protection is not used the ceiling heat shield is not necessary 4 Connector pipe heat shields must extend the entire length of the connector pipe up to 9 feet 2 7 m In installations where the ceiling height is 10 feet 3 m or more and if wall protection is not used the ceiling heat shield is not necessary 30002850 15 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Defiant NC Clearance Diagrams for use with either a 6 or 8 chimney connection Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces Stove Installed i Stove Installed Parallel Top Exit Installations flue collar shield installed no shields on single wall connector T 16 30002850 Note on This Page Fig 16 Parallel installation vertical chimney connector two wall shields Reduced clearances for both rear and side wa
62. re 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 be sure to keep wood 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 tells you when to ad just the air control and when to refuel Fig 32 For example when the thermometer registers at least 450 F 230 C after start up you know the stove is hot enough 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 24 effective stove operation Please review the draft man agement information on Page 26 to see how the size type and location of your chimney will affect your stove operation When thermometer readings drop below 350 F 175 C it s time to adjust the air control for a higher burn rate or to reload the stove A temperature reading over 750 F 385 C is a sign to cut back on the air supply to slow the burn rate ST523 Fig 32 Take temperature readings with a thermometer lo cated in the middle of the griddle Use the following temperature ranges as a guide e Readings in the 350 500 F 175 260 C range indicate low to medium heat output e 500 600 F 260 315 C readings indicate medium heat ou
63. resistance or k factor ther mal conductivity 30002850 Canada 1219 mm 1270 mm 305 mm 8 Connector 250 mm 6 Connector 203 mm 203 mm 460 mm Fig 12 Required floor protection dimensions Procedure 1 Convert specifications to R value i R value given no conversion needed ii k factor is given with a required thickness T in inches R 1xT iii K factor is given with a required thickness T in inches R xT Kx 12 iv r factor is given with a required thickness T in inches R rxT 2 Determine the R value of the proposed alternate floor protector i Use the formula in Step 1 to convert values not expressed as R ii For multiple layers add R values of each layer to determine overall R value 3 If the overall R value of the system is greater than the R value of the specified floor protector the alter nate is acceptable EXAMPLE The specified floor protector should be 1 2 inch thick material with k factor of 0 84 The proposed alternate is 4 brick with an r factor of 0 2 over 1 8 mineral board with a k factor of 0 29 Step a Use formula above to convert specification to R value R 1xT e x 0 5 0 59 Step b Calculate R of proposed system 4 brick of r 0 2 therefore R rix 0 2 X 4 0 8 1 8 mineral board of k 0 29 therefore x 0 125 0 431 R inoraikoa 0 29 R R R 0 8 0 431 1 231 total
64. ront doors turn the handle clockwise To reduce the risk of breaking the glass avoid striking the glass or slamming the doors When you are not using the door handle store it in the holder behind the right front leg of the stove Be careful to not drop the handle since it is breakable WARNING Fireplace stoves equipped with doors should be operated only with doors fully open or doors fully closed If doors are left partly open gas and flame may be drawn out of the fireplace stove opening creating risks from both fire and smoke WARNING For safety and greatest efficiency oper ate your stove only with all doors griddles fully closed The test standard for your stove when it is operated in this mode is UL 1482 The Defiant may be used as a fireplace with the front doors open or removed BUT only when it is equipped with 8 203 mm stove pipe and only when the optional spark screen is secured correctly in the opening to protect against the possibility of sparks and embers leaving the stove The test standard for your stove when it is operated in this mode is UL 737 Use only the Defiant spark screen Item 1907 with your Defiant Defiant spark screens are available from your Ver mont Castings Dealer 23 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Infra Red Reflective Glass Panels for Clear Fire Viewing The outer surfaces of the ceramic glass panels have an infrared reflective coating which keeps the inner
65. t Castings Authorized Dealer 30002850 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 oper ate 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 local building and fire codes or in their ab sence to the recommendations in our Owners Guide 7 The salt air environment of coastal areas or a high humidity environment can be corrosive to the porce lain 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 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 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 incidental and consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts s
66. terial If a significant layer of creosote has accumulated 1 8 3 mm or more it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire You can never be too safe Contact your local fire authority for information on what to do in the event of a chimney fire and have a clearly understood plan on how to handle one If you do experience a chimney fire act promptly to e Close the damper and air control lever e Get everyone out of the house e Call the Fire Department Inspect the system every two weeks during the heat ing 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 you cannot in spect 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 33 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Clean the chimney connector by disconnecting the sec tions taking them outside and removing 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
67. th 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 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 Use cleaning agents sparingly and be sure to keep them off the outer surfaces of the stove e Rinse the glass thoroughly e 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 temperature ceramic glass supplied by Vermont Cast ings Do not use substitutes Be sure to specify left or right glass the panels are not interchangeable due toa heat reflective coating on the side toward the room 30002850 1 Remove the right and left door assemblies by rais ing the door until the lower hinge pin clears its hole then angle the door
68. 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 Air Control Positions Low Heat Range i DEFIANT Medium Heat i Range High Heat Range DEFIANT Fig 28 The handle also may be positioned anywhere be tween the two extremes for different heat levels 30002850 A Damper Directs Air Flow Within the Stove The damper handle on the left side of the stove oper ates the damper to direct air flow within the stove The damper is open when the handle points to the rear 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 The damper is closed when the handle points forward Smoke travels through the non catalytic combustion system where it can be further burned before passing up the chimney Fig 29 The damper should always be either fully open or fully closed There are no intermediate positions When closing the damper be sure to pull firmly enough to snap the handle into the locked posi tion Damper Positions T LA iui ca me P D Closed Efficient Mode
69. thing 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 Defiant glows you are overfiring 30002850 Ash Disposal Routine ash removal is important for ease of main tenance and is important for the stove s durability 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 through 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 e Open the damper e 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 e Close the griddle or doors and unlatch the ash door Fig 36 It will pivot swinging the ash pan out of the stove e Slide the cover onto the pan making sure it is se curely closed Fig 37 Fig 36 Turn the ashdoor handle clockwise to open and coun terclockwise to close Fig 37 Be sure the cover is securely attached before remov ing the ash pan 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove e Remov
70. tic expectations for your home A 31 800 mm 30002850 Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove Installation SAFETY NOTICE IF YOUR DEFIANT 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 e Your stove and chimney connector will be far enough from combustible material to meet all clear ance requirements e The floor protector is large enough and is construct ed properly to meet all requirements e 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 every Vermont Castings stove indicates that the stove has been tested to current UL and ULC standards and gives the name of the testing laboratory Clearance and installation 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 usually will accept the label as evidence that the instal lation meets codes and can be approved However codes vary in different areas Before starting the installation review y
71. to the outdoors in order for the stove to work well 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 chimney gases enough to dimin ish 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 chimney warm The insulation is less dense than masonry so a steel chimney 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 some heat release into the home An indoor chimney won t lose its heat 28 to the outdoors so it takes less heat from the stove to heat it up and keep it warm Chimney Height The common wisdom tells us that a taller flue draws better than a short one This isn t necessarily so If a chimney is tall enough to meet the safety requirements of t
72. tout hole should be toward the rear of the stove 4 Tighten the four hex head bolts securely after pass ing all four bolts through the large end of the key holes and then pulling the shield forward to engage the smaller ends of the keyhole slots Fig 22 Bottom Heat Shield Fig 22 Attach the optional bottom heat shield 5 Attach the right side of the heat shield to the handle holder using a 10 1 2 phillips sheet metal screw 30002850 Install the Optional Ash Door Heat Shield Many installations will require the use of the supplied ash door heat shield Refer to the Floor Protection sections starting on Page 10 to determine if your instal lation requires the use of the ash door heat shield 1 Remove the two Phillips pan head screws from the ash door 2 Insert the screws through the ash door heat shield from the painted side place the 5 16 spacers over the screws and carefully thread them back into the original holes Fig 23 The curved lip should be upward under the ashlip of the stove 3 Tighten securely Fig 23 Install the ashdoor 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
73. tput e Readings of 600 750 F 315 385 C indicate high heat output Operating your Defiant continuously at griddle temperatures of 750 F 385 C 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 See Page 26 for details on how the installation affects performance Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures in the Defiant and could even damage the stove On the other hand too little draft can cause backpuffing into the room and or the plugging of the chimney 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 Signs of weak draft are smoke leaking into the room through the stove or chimney connector joints or low heat output In some newer homes that are well insulated and weather tight poor draft may result from an insufficient air sup
74. wlwlwolwfwlwlwlm m m m yl my m y y my s s 2 4 DIA KRJO M 2 SlG aAIN O IG R M A S G AINJa A K O M A Slola Nlala aAlwl rm s loso 47 48 49 50 51 36 SINISA L N gt Item Description Side Insulation Right Side Brick Left Side Refractory Brick Support Bracket Griddle Gasket Back Left Heat Deflector Right Heat Deflector Shoe Refractory Shoe Gasket Fireback Outer Back Left Griddle Quadrant Right Griddle Quadrant Griddle Griddle Handle Griddle Handle Spacer Griddle Handle Bolt Damper Gasket Damper Ramp Damper Housing Damper Damper Tab Damper Rod Griddle Handle Bushing Ash Door Heat Shield Rheostat Bracket Fountain Assembly Damper Handle Screw Damper Handle Damper Handle Base Assy Left Side Left Air Manifold Right Air Manifold Right Side Thermostat Handle Base Assy Washer Damper Rod Grate Inner Bottom Top Ashdoor Hinge Door Handle Bracket Bottom Ashlip Fireback Retainer Friction Spring Washer Friction Spring Therm Handle Linkage Air Plate Andiron Control Spacer Leg Leveller Ashdoor Handle Shaft Part Number 30002846 30002847 30002848 30002480 1203668 30002833 30002442 30002441 30002243 30002864 30002840 30002839 30002399 30002401 30002822 1600657 1600070 1200907 1203588 1300643 30002821 30002816 1601488 1600065 1201895 1401911 30002863 30002100 1201310 1600644
75. y Crisis of the 1970s The year was 1975 With energy prices going through the roof without an attractive or efficient wood stove to be found anywhere two entrepreneurs set out to create a stove that was both beautiful and highly functional Finely crafted from cast iron the Defiant was the first wood stove to combine an artistically designed exterior with a methodi cally engineered interior using new technologies for efficient combustion Americans purchased over a quarter million Defiants as they rediscovered the common sense of heating with wood a home grown fuel with none of the political and economic entanglements of foreign oil Thirteen years later in 1988 Vermont Castings retired the Defiant replacing it with modern wood burners such as the Encore With its 1998 return a new Defiant incorporated all the finest aesthetic convenience and performance features to be found on any wood stove After continued development this Defiant model 1610 non catalytic model continues the tradition of the original Defiant while incorporating the very latest combustion technology In a sense the new Defiant has been 23 years in the making Due to its significant role in American history the original model Defiant is in the permanent collection of the Smithso nian Institution Each new purchase of the Defiant stove continues that history Table of Contents Installation Accessories Warming Shelf 0210 Classic Black 0211 Biscuit Clea
76. y material used to close up the open ing must be noncombustible Chimney Connector Noncombustible Material Floor Protec tion Fig 10 An approved wall pass through for the United States Three other methods are also approved by the NFPA e Placing a section of chimney connector inside a ventilated thimble which in turn is separated from combustibles by 6 152mm of fiberglass insulating material Placing a section of chimney connector inside a section of 9 230mm diameter solid insulated factory built chimney with 2 50mm of air space between the chimney section and combustibles Using a section of solid insulated double wall high temperature chimney with an inside diameter the same as the chimney connector at least one inch of solid insulation and a minimum of 9 229 mm air space between the outer wall of the chimney section and combustibles In Canada The Canadian Standards Association has established different guidelines for wall pass throughs Figure 11 shows one method in which all combustible material in the wall is cut away to provide the required 18 457mm clearance for the connector 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 spacers at least 1 25mm clear of the wall Defiant 1610 Non Catalytic Woodburning Stove 18 46

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