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Equinox (8000)
Wood Stove
OWNER'S MANUAL
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE YOUR
NEW EQUINOX WOOD STOVE.
SAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
To reduce the risk of fire, follow the installation instructions.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in property damage,
bodily injury, or even death.
CONTACT LOCAL AUTHORITIES WITH JURISDICTION (BUILDING DEPARTMENT or FIRE
OFFICIALS), ABOUT PERMITS REQUIRED, RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION IN
YOUR AREA PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OF THIS STOVE.
Equinox Model #8000
Manual # 6400-40455
Revised: 10/25/2007
Appliance Type: Solid Fuel Room Heater (and/or Fireplace Stove)
U.S. Test Standard: UL 1482 – 2000 (and/or UL 737 – 1998)
Canadian Test Standard: CAN/ULC-S627-M93
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCING YOUR EQUINOX WOOD STOVE.......................................................................... 3
CODES...........................................................................................................................................................3
SAFETY INFORMATION..................................................................................................................................3
Periodic Checklist........................................................................................................................................4
Emergency Procedures.................................................................................................................................4
SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................5
SETTING UP YOUR EQUINOX WOOD STOVE............................................................................... 6
UNPACKING ..................................................................................................................................................6
INSTALLING YOUR STOVE.............................................................................................................................6
HEARTH REQUIREMENTS AND FLOOR PROTECTION .....................................................................................6
OUTSIDE AIR SUPPLY ...................................................................................................................................7
COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE REQUIRED CLEARANCES:.......................................................................................8
VENTING COMPONENTS AND CONFIGURATION REQUIREMENTS..................................................................11
CONNECTING THE STOVE TO A CHIMNEY....................................................................................................12
INSTALLING IN A MOBILE HOME................................................................................................................15
OPERATING YOUR EQUINOX WOOD STOVE............................................................................. 16
CONTROLS AND FEATURES.........................................................................................................................16
CHOOSING FIREWOOD.................................................................................................................................16
BUILDING A FIRE........................................................................................................................................17
BREAKING IN YOUR WOOD STOVE.............................................................................................................17
Building A Break In Fire ...........................................................................................................................17
NORMAL OPERATION..................................................................................................................................18
Building A Fire For Everyday Use............................................................................................................18
Burn Rate...................................................................................................................................................18
Over-Fire Caution......................................................................................................................................18
Removal And Disposal Of Ashes..............................................................................................................19
MAINTAINING YOUR EQUINOX WOOD STOVE ........................................................................20
Creosote Formation And Need For Removal ............................................................................................20
Front Door Removal Procedure:................................................................................................................20
Gaskets.......................................................................................................................................................20
Front Door Gasket Replacement Procedures:............................................................................................20
Side Door Gasket Replacement Procedures: .............................................................................................21
Latch Adjustment Procedures:...................................................................................................................21
Glass...........................................................................................................................................................21
Glass replacement procedures: ..................................................................................................................21
Stone ..........................................................................................................................................................22
TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................................................................... 23
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE:........................................................................................................................24
EPLACEMENT PARTS KITS & OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:............................................................................25
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SAFETY LABEL.................................................................................................................................... 25
HEARTHSTONE WOODSTOVE LIMITED WARRANTIES......................................................... 26
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Introducing Your Equinox Wood Stove
Thank you for purchasing an Equinox woodstove from
Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products. This stove
will provide you years of comfortable heat. This stove also
provides the benefits of advanced technology in wood
burning without the cost and maintenance requirements of
a catalytic device. The Equinox blends modern technology
with classic style and the unique beauty and qualities of
cast iron and soapstone. We trust that you will appreciate
the quality of this handcrafted product.
Your Equinox woodstove is designed to burn efficiently,
and produce a large amount of heat. However, you should
not consider your Equinox the only heat source for your
home. The Equinox’s large size and the very large glass
window allow you to enjoy the fire from a variety of
locations in the room.
Please read this manual in its entirety. Its purpose is to
familiarize you with your stove's safe installation, proper
break-in, operation and maintenance. It contains extremely
important information so keep it handy and refer to it often.
A qualified heating technician may need this owner’s
manual as a reference when installing this stove in your
home. There are national, state, and local building codes
that direct the technician on how to install your stove.
These codes stipulate the dimension of stovepipe and
clearances to walls, ceilings, hearth, and other combustible
surfaces. The codes exist to reduce the risk of fire. Failure
to follow these instructions can result in fire, property
damage, bodily injury, and even death.
Install the stove in a safe, open area, away from traffic
flow, doors, and hallways. Also, consider the weight of the
Equinox (689 lbs or 313 kg) when selecting an install
location. Ensure the structural integrity of the floor system
is sufficient to support the added load. If possible, try to
install the stove near an existing chimney and chimney
connector. It is extremely important to install this stove
with the proper clearance from combustible surfaces. You
can purchase specific connector pipe and special wall
coverings as specified by this manual and the NFPA 211
code to protect combustible surfaces. Keep furniture,
drapes, curtains, wood, paper, and other combustibles at
least 36 inches (92 cm) away from the stove. Never install
this, or any stove, in a location where gasoline, kerosene,
charcoal lighter fluid or other flammable liquids are in use
or stored.
Install the stove in your living area to allow heat to radiate
naturally to distant rooms. Do not install your stove in a
poorly insulated area. This is inefficient and would likely
result in higher fuel usage and possibly unsafe burning
conditions.
SAFETY NOTICE:
AN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED STOVE CAN
RESULT IN A HOUSE FIRE. FOR YOUR
SAFETY, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THE
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INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS. CONTACT
LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS
ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND
INSTALLATION INSPECTION IN YOUR
AREA.
The safety of your stove will depend on many factors,
some of which include: distance to combustible objects,
correct venting, and adequate chimney maintenance.
Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact
your dealer for additional information.
Contact your dealer for any necessary warranty service.
The Equinox Model 8000 is warranted by:
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Burn natural wood only. Higher efficiencies and lower
emissions result when burning air-dried, seasoned wood, as
compared to green or freshly cut wood. Manufactured wood
products may contain adhesives, bonding agents, and
coatings that can produce dangerous burning conditions and
hazardous fumes.
Use caution when loading firewood into a hot stove.
Keep the front and side doors closed and secured at all times
except when loading wood or using the spark screen.
Keep the ash pan tray fully inserted and the ash
compartment door tightly closed.
Inspect the stovepipe, chimney connector and chimney, as
recommended.
Follow these safety precautions:
Never modify this stove in any way.
Never burn kiln dried, manufactured, painted, or treated
wood in this stove.
Never burn coal in this stove.
Never burn garbage or trash, colored or glossy paper,
solvents, plywood, artificial logs, cardboard, or driftwood, in
this stove.
Never use gasoline, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or other
flammable fluids to start or invigorate the fire. These fuels
will cause dangerous burning conditions in the stove. Keep
all such materials away from the stove.
Never use the stove if the ash pan compartment door is open,
damaged, not present, or does not fully seal.
Never use a wood grate or other device to elevate the fire.
Never allow logs in the firebox to contact the glass when the
door is closed. Logs touching the glass as they settle during
burning is okay.
Never slam the door or use the door to force wood in to the
stove.
Never over-fire your stove. (See page 18)
Never put articles of clothing or candles on a hot stove.
Never connect the stove to a flue used by another appliance.
Other safety guidelines
Keep all combustible items such as furniture, drapes,
clothing, and other items, at least 36" (0.92 m) from the
stove (See page 8)
Install a smoke detector, preferably in an area away from
your wood stove in accordance with its manufacturer’s
instructions.
Keep a fire extinguisher handy. We recommend the type
rated "A B C."
Dispose of ashes properly. (See page 18)
Keep children and pets away from the stove when it is
burning; serious injury can result from touching a hot stove.
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Clean your chimney system as needed. (See page 20)
PERIODIC CHECKLIST
Perform each of these tasks at, or before the specified
intervals.
At the End of Every Week:
• Empty ashes from the firebox and ash pan, sooner if
the firebox or the ash pan is full.
At the Beginning of Every Other Month:
• Depending upon your use of the stove, visually inspect
the chimney connector and chimney for creosote. (See
page 20)
• Check door seals using the "dollar bill test." - When
the stove is cool, shut the door on a dollar bill. If the
bill pulls out without any resistance, then your stove’s
door is not sealing properly. To tighten the seal, adjust
the door latch mechanism or change the door gasket.
(Refer to page 20.)
At the End of Every Season:
• Dismantle the chimney connector and clean it
thoroughly. Replace any pieces that show signs of rust
or deterioration.
• Inspect and, if necessary, clean your chimney.
• Thoroughly clean the inside of the stove.
• Inspect all door gasket material and replace if missing,
worn, frayed, cracked or extremely hard.
• Inspect and replace cracked or damaged refractory
soapstone in the firebox.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
If you have a stovepipe or chimney fire, follow these
instructions:
1. If the fire is too threatening, leave the area and call the
fire department immediately! If not, per form the next
three steps.
2. Close the primary air control.
3. Close the stovepipe damper (if present).
4. Keep the stove’s front and side doors, and ash
compartment door closed!
WARNING
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PUT OUT A STOVEPIPE
OR CHIMNEY FIRE BY THROWING WATER
ONTO THE STOVE, STOVEPIPE, OR CHIMNEY.
THE EXTREMELY HIGH TEMPERATURE OF
SUCH FIRES CAN CAUSE INSTANTANEOUS
STEAM AND SERIOUS BODILY HARM.
Once the chimney fire expires, leave the primary air control
closed and let the fire in the stove die out completely.
Inspect the stove, stovepipe, and chimney thoroughly for
any sign of damage before firing the stove again. You must
correct any damage before using your stove again.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Heat Output
120,000 BTU per hour of cordwood (based on independent
laboratory test results).
Floor Size of Heated Area
Up to a maximum of 3,500 square feet. Factors unique to
your home can reduce the square footage the stove will
heat. Home insulation value, number and efficiency of
windows, floor plan, stove placement, quality of the fuel
and other conditions may limit the heating ability of the
stove.
Firebox Capacity
4.0 cubic feet, or 80 pounds of wood. The amount and
weight of wood contained per cubic fo ot of fi reb o x volume
can vary from 15 to 36 lbs. per cubic foot dependi n g o n
type of wood, moisture content, packing density and other
factors. As a constant for comparison and test purposes, we
are assuming 20 lbs. of seasoned hardwood per cubic foot
of firebox volume.
Maximum Log Length: 27”
Front Door Opening Size: 19.25" wide x 10" hig h
Side Door Opening Size: 13" wide x 8.5” high
Stove Dimensions:
Height (
Width: 33-5/8" (85.4 cm)
Depth: 27" (68.6 cm)
Actual Weight: 689 pounds (313 kg)
Crate Dimensions: H-40” W-41” D-31” (includes
includes flue collar): 30-5/8" (77.8 cm)
pallet).
View 1 – Equinox Front
View 2 - Equinox Top
View 3 - Equinox Left Side
Flue Exit: Top or rear
Stovepipe Size: 8" (203 mm) diameter
Metal Chimney: 8" (203 mm) inside diameter
Masonry Chimney: 8" (203 mm) inside diameter
(round flue) 8” x 8” (203 x 203mm) (square fl ue)
Optional Equipment:
Rear Heat Shield 90-68000
Outside Air Kit 90-53500
Blower 90-57502
Spark Screen 90-69000
Side Door Lock Kit 90-70200
Soapstone Finish
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Gray soapstone is a natural product and colors will vary from stone
to stone. Various amounts of gray, charcoal, blue and green are
evident dependant on the natural composition of the stone.
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Smooth, Polished Gray Soapstone
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Setting Up Your Equinox Wood Stove
UNPACKING
HearthStone packages your Equinox stove with the
greatest care so that it ships safely. Under certain
circumstances, however, damage may occur during transit
and handling. When you receive the Equinox, carefully
unpack and inspect the stove and all accompanying parts.
Make sure that all parts are included in the box. If any
parts are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer
immediately.
INSTALLING YOUR STOVE
Choose a place to install your Equinox woodstove.
Inspect this location to make sure that the stove and
stovepipes will have the required clearance from
combustible materials that are near the stove.
Combustibles include walls, floor, ceiling, and chimney
chase. You must carefully consider the clearances to all of
these combustibles before actually connecting your stove.
Consider the weight of the Equinox [689 pounds (313
kg)], and its hearth. You must ensure the floor system will
support the weight of the stove and hearth. If you are not
certain your floor is adequate, contact a professional
structural engineer for advice.
If the floor is made of combustible material, then a noncombustible floor protector with at least an R-1 rating is
required between the floor and this stove. An example of a
non-combustible floor protector is a hearth constructed
with a continuous layer of a listed backer board (such as
Micore, Wonder-Board or Durock) used for ember
protection with a tile, brick, slate, or another noncombustible facing.
If you use a close clearance connector pipe, ensure it is
listed with Underwriter’s Laboratories. Check the listing
pipe with UL for the correct clearances.
of your
The diagrams in this manual represent typical
installations, but are specific to the Simpson Dura-Vent
DVL brand.
Clearances to NFPA Code 211 Protected Surfaces
You can reduce the clearances to combustible surfaces by
using any National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA)
approved wall protection system. Please refer to NFPA
Code 211 for specifications and complete details. You can
obtain this information directly from the NFPA.
National Fire Protection Agency
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
1-800-344-3555
1-617-770-3000
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HEARTH REQUIREMENTS AND FLOOR PROTECTION
Ensure you protect combustible flooring with a covering of
noncombustible material. The floor protection must extend
beyond the body of the stove at the minimum as follows:
* Installations in Canada require 18” (45.72 cm) of floor
protection on the sides with doors, and 8” (20.32 cm) on the
sides without a door.
** Rear clearance required only if stovepipe runs horizontally
back above the top of the stove.
Figure 1
Equinox Hearth Requirements (
Note: Dimensions shown in the previous figure are from the body
of the stove.
Floor protectors come with various types of specifications.
To convert a floor protector’s specification to an R-value, do
one of the following:
• If the R-value is given, use that value—no
conversion is needed.
• If a K-factor is given with a required thickness (T)
in inches, use this formula: R-value = 1/K x T
• If a C-factor is given, use the formula: R-value =
1/C
To determine the R-value of the proposed alternate floor
protector:
• Use either the K-factor or the C-factor formula
explained above to convert specifications not
expressed as R-values.
• For multiple layers of floor protectors, simply add
the R-values of each layer to determine the overall
R-value of the layers.
If the overall R-value of your setup is greater than the
R-value of the specified R-1 requirement, then your setup is
acceptable.
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R-1 minimum)
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Noncombustible Material Thickness R-value
Gypsum or plaster board
Wallboard, Wonderboard, or
1
Durock
Ceramic board (Fiberfrax or Micor)
Nominal solid clay brick
Ceramic wall or floor tile
Mineral wool insulation
Cement mortar
Horizontal still air2
1
2
2
According to Intertek Testing Services, Inc.
According to ASHRAE Handbook of
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1
1
2
1
/2″
1
/2″
1
1
1
1
/2″
1″
/4″
1″
1″
/8″
0.45
0.20
1.10
0.20
0.01
3.12
0.20
0.92
Fundamentals 1977
Handle Assemblies
Locate the handles, and bolts enclosed in the
envelope with the owner’s manual. Place the knob
on the bolt and then push it through the knob so that
the bolt threads extend through the bottom of the
knob. Using a slotted screwdriver, turn the bolt into
the handle crank on the door, until snug
.
Handle Operation
Front Door – when closed, the handle will be in the
7 o’clock position. To open the front door, rotate the
handle clockwise to approximately the 10 o’clock
position. Side Door – when closed, the handle is in
the 8 o’clock position. To open the door rotate the
handle clockwise to approximately the 12 o’clock
position.
OUTSIDE AIR SUPPLY
(Kit #93-53500)
You can connect an outside air source directly to this
stove using an optional outside air kit. The
advantage of providing outside air directly to the
stove is that the air used by the stove for combustion
is taken from outside the residence rather than from
within the room where the stove is located.
The outside air kit for this stove allows for the direct
connection of the stove's air intake to a minimum 3"
(76 mm) diameter duct (supplied by others) which
leads to the outside of the house. When considering
placement of the duct from the outside of the house
to the hearth, keep in mind the need to avoid
structural members of the house. The outside air kit
will attach to the back of the stove.
The International Residential Code (IRC) does not
allow the outside air duct to terminate higher than the
appliance. Some building officials also do not like to
see any vertical rise in the duct’s termination.
HearthStone recommends the termination be at the
same level, or lower than the air intake on the stove.
Locate the termination of the duct on the outside wall
of the home in such a manner to avoid the possibility
of obstruction by snow, leaves or other material.
Screen the termination using ¼” x ¼” mesh rodent
screen and cover it with a rain/wind proof hood (flex
pipe, outside termination, mesh, and hood supplied by
others) Contact your dealer for availability.
Figure 2: Front and Side Door Handle
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COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE REQUIRED CLEARANCES:
It is very important to follow minimum clearances for chimney connectors to combustibles such as walls and ceilings when
installing the stove near combustible surfaces.
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES (from closest point of stove)
Figure 3: Freestanding Installation Clearances (US Requirements)
Figure 4: Fireplace Installation Clearances
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FREESTANDING COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS (Inches)
Installation type A B C D E F
No Heat Shield &
single wall connector
No Heat Shield &
double wall connecto
Rear Heat Shield &
single wall connector
Rear Heat Shield &
double wall connecto
*Measured from the body of the stove, not the heat shield
21 21 22-3/4 26-3/4 37-1/4 18-1/4 59-3/4 15 26-3/8 30-3/8 76
20 17 18-3/4 22-3/4 36-1/4 14-1/4 55-3/4 14-1/2 25-7/8 29-7/8 75-1/3
22 8 * 9-3/4 13-3/4 38-1/4 5-1/4 46-3/4 15-1/2 26-7/8 30-7/8 76-3/4
19 6 * 7-3/4 11-3/4 35-1/4 3-1/4 44-3/4 13-1/2 24-7/8 28-7/8 73-7/8
Parallel Corner
G
H I J K
ALCOVE COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS (Inches)
Installation type A B Top of Stove to Ceiling
No Heat Shield & single wall connector 20 21 67
Rear Heat Shield & single wall connector 21 8 67
Rear Heat Shield & double wall connector 20 6 67
If you use a rear heat shield to obtain reduced clearances, you must only use the optional rear heat shield
manufactured by HearthStone specifically for the Equinox Model 8000 (Heat Shield part number: 90-6800 0) , which
is available through your local dealer. Use only close clearance connector pipe tested to UL standards and l isted.
Check listings of your pipe for actual clearances. Measurements shown above and on the following page are
specific to the Simpson Dura Vent DVL brand. Do not reduce clearances without the use of the rear heat shield
and/or with close clearance connector pipe and/or by protecting the combustible surfa ce s per NFPA 211 standards.
See NFPA-211 for protected surface clearance requirements.
HearthStone’s Thermo-Ceramic Baffle System
To enhance the combustion efficiency and reduce the emissions from the fire in your stove, HearthStone
QHHP, Inc. has developed an advanced THERMO-CERAMIC baffle system. This system uses a lightweight,
durable ceramic material above the secondary air tubes to maintain the high temperatures in the secondary
combustion area and maintain the low emission – high efficiency combustion you desire. This new technology
will not corrode, rust, dissolve or lose its strength, however it is vulnerable to puncture or cracking due to
rough handling.
PLEASE EXERCISE CARE WHEN LOADING WOOD OR CLEANING YOUR
STOVE, NOT TO DAMAGE THE Thermo-Ceramic BAFFLE
Located directly above the burner tubes in the firebox, this white sheet of material will break if wood or
cleaning brushes impact it. Be careful when loading and cleaning your stove to not break this material. If this
piece is fractured or a hole is punctured, it will cause the stove to function improperly. You must replace the
board if there is damage. Contact your HearthStone dealer for a replacement.
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VENTING COMPONENTS AND CONFIGURATION
REQUIREMENTS
DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY
FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE
• Single wall connector that is 24 MSG or 25 MSG blued
steel stovepipe.
• Double wall connector (close clearance pipe) which is
used with a listed, factory-built “Type HT" chimney or
with a masonry chimney to reduce clearances, is
available from several manufacturers, your dealer can
help you choose. Some air insulated connector pipe
models available are Simpson Dura Vent DVL and
Metalbestos DS. Security, GSW and Ameritec also have
acceptable close clearance connector pipe.
• When used in a mobile home, a spark arrestor is
required. (See page 15)
• The chimney connector cannot pass through a floor or
ceiling, nor any attic or roof space, closet or similar
concealed space. Where venting requires passage
through a wall or partition of combustible construction,
the installation must conform to NFPA Code 211 or
CAN/CSA - B365.
• It is very important to follow minimum clearances for
chimney connectors to combustibles such as walls and
ceilings when installing the stove. Typical chimney
connector clearances are outlined on the previous page.
The single wall clearances are generic; the double wall
clearances shown are for Simpson DuraVent DVL.
CHECK THE SPECIFICATIONS FROM THE
MANUFACTURER OF YOUR CONNECTOR .
Components of a Venting System
The complete venting system consists of several
components: chimney connector, wall thimble, wall passthrough, chimney, and liner. It is absolutely necessary that
you install all of these components and maintain the
clearances to combustibles discussed earlier to ensure a safe
stove installation.
To protect against the possibility of a house fire, you must
properly install and constantly maintain the venting system.
Upon inspection, immediately replace rusted, cracked, or
broken components.
• The chimney connector is the stovepipe from the
woodstove to the chimney. The chimney connector for
the Equinox is 8" (203 mm) diameter, 24 MSG or 25
MSG blued steel connector pipe. Do not use aluminum
or galvanized steel pipe - they cannot withstand the
extreme temperatures of a wood fire.
• The thimble is a manufactured (or site-constructed)
device installed in combustible walls through which the
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chimney connector passes to the chimney. It keeps the
walls from igniting. You must use a wall thimble when
installing a chimney connector through a combustible
wall to the chimney.
• A wall pass-through (or chimney support package) also
keeps the walls from igniting. You must use one when
connecting through a wall or ceiling to a prefabricated
chimney.
• Only install this stove to a lined masonry chimney or an
approved high temperature prefabricated residential
type building heating appliance chimney. Do not
connect this stove to a chimney serving another
appliance; you will compromise the safe operation of
both the wood stove and the connected appliance.
WARNING:
DO NOT CONNECT THIS APPLIANCE TO ANY
AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
• A liner is the UL 1777 or ULC S635 (for facto ry built
fireplace or masonry) chimney.
You must connect your stove to a chimney comparable to
those recommended in this manual. Do not use stovepipe as
a chimney. Use stovepipe for freestanding installations only
to connect the stove to a proper chimney.
Installing a Venting System
Attach stovepipe sections to the flue collar and to each other
with the crimped end toward the stove. If creosote builds up,
this allows the creosote to run into the stove and not on the
outside of the stovepipe or onto the stove.
Secure all joints, including attaching the stovepipe to the
stove's flue collar, with three sheet metal screws. Install #10
x 1/2" (3 mm x 13 mm) sheet metal screws into the holes
pre-drilled in the flue collar. Disregarding the screws can
cause joints to separate from the vibrations that result from a
creosote chimney fire.
You can simplify connecting stovepipe by using additional
accessories such as telescoping pipes, slip-connectors or
clean-out tees. These accessories ease the periodic
inspection of your chimney, as well as allow you to
dismantle the stovepipe easily (without moving the stove).
Install the stove as close as practical to the chimney, while
maintaining all proper clearances. Install stovepipe that is as
short and as straight as possible. Horizontal runs of
stovepipe must always rise away from the stove at a
minimum of 1/4" per foot (21mm/m).
We do not recommend long runs of stovepipe to increase
heat dispersal. Longer lengths of stovepipe or more
connecting elbows than necessary increase the chances of
draft resistance and the accumulation of creosote buildup.
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In general, you do not need to install a stovepipe damper
with the Equinox. Some installations, however, could
benefit from a stovepipe damper, such as a tall chimney
which can create a higher than normal draft. In such cases, a
damper can help regulate the draft. The Equinox requires a
draft between 0.06" and 0.1" Water Column. For drafts
above 0.1" Water Column, install a stovepipe damper.
Check the draft at stove installation time.
Remember , the NFPA recommends minimum clearances for
chimney connectors to combustibles such as walls and
ceilings. Once the stove is installed at safe distances from
combustible surfaces, it is important to also maintain these
connector clearances for the remainder of the installation.
CONNECTING THE STOVE TO A CHIMNEY
You can install your Equinox to a prefabricated metal
chimney, or a masonry chimney (see Figures 5 and 7).
Ensure the chimney size is not less than, or more than three
times greater than, the cross-sectional area of the flue collar.
Connecting to a Prefabricated Metal Chimney
There are two ways to install a prefabricated metal chimney:
• An interior installation where the chimney passes
inside the structure through the ceiling and roof
• An exterior installation where the chimney passes
through the wall behind the stove then up the outside of
structure
Whenever possible, choo se an interior chimney. An interior
chimney heats up quickly and retains its heat; thus promotes
a better draft and discourages the formation of creosote. An
exterior chimney does not benefit from the warmth of the
building, so it typically operates at lower flue temperatures.
An exterior chimney’s draft is not as strong and may
experience increased creosote accumulation.
When connecting the Equinox to a prefabricated metal
chimney, you must follow precisely, the manufacturer's
installation instructions. Use only Type HT (2100 deg. F),
prefabricated metal chimneys listed per UL 103 or ULC
S629 standards.
The Equinox requires a minimum 8" (203 mm) inside
diameter flue. An 8” diameter flue provides adequate draft
and performance. You can use a larger diameter existing
flue with a reducer – see NFPA 211. Note that an oversized
flue contributes to creosote accumulation. (In this case,
bigger is NOT better.)
When purchasing a prefabricated chimney to install with
your stove, Ensure you also purchase from the same
manufacturer the wall pass-through (or ceiling support
package), "T" section package, fire-stops (when needed),
insulation shield, roof flashing, chimney cap, and any other
needed accessories. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions
when installing the chimney and accessories. In addition,
ensure you maintain all manufacturers’ recommendations
for the proper clearances to the chimney.
Connection to a Masonry Chimney
Consider two primary elements when connecting your stove
to a masonry chimney: the chimney itself and the thimble
where the stovepipe connects to the chimney. Use only
Code approved masonry chimneys with a flue liner.
Before connecting to a masonry chimney, hire a
professional to examine the chimney for cracks, loose
mortar, and other signs of deterioration and blockage. If the
chimney needs repair, complete them before installing and
using your stove. Do not install your stove until the chimney
is safe for use. Make sure the chimney’s cleanout is
complete and working properly. To avoid a loss of draft, the
cleanout door must close completely and provide a tight
seal. If the cleanout door leaks, the chimney will cool, your
stove will perform poorly, and creosote will build up.
Make sure the size of the chimney’s flue is appropriate for
this stove and that it is not too large. You can use a masonry
chimney with a larger tile size – but see NFPA 211 for
limitations. An oversized flue reduces draft, and contributes
to the accumulation of creosote.
Use the following checklist to ensure that your masonry
chimney meets these minimum requirements:
Masonry Chimney wall construction:
Mortared brick or modular block at least 4" (102 mm)
thick
A mortared rubble or stone wall at least 4" (102 mm)
thick
Flue liner options:
Tile - minimum wall thickness of 5/8" (16 mm)
Tile - installed with refractory mortar
Tile - at least 1" (25 mm) air space around liner
Stainless steel - UL listed 8” diameter
Stainless steel - fill space around liner with vermiculite
(keeps liner warmer for better performance)
Ensure an equivalent flue liner is a listed chimney liner
system meeting type HT requirements or other
approved
Interior chimney requirements:
At least 2" (51 mm) clearance to combustible materials
Fire stops installed at the spaces where the chimney
passes through floors and/or ceiling
Any insulation is at least 2" (51 mm) from the chimney
Exterior chimney requirements:
At least 1" (25 mm) clearance to combustible materials
Chimney height requirements (See Figure 6):
At least 3 feet (0.9 m) higher than the highest part of
the roof opening through which it passes.
At least 2 feet (0.6 m) higher than any part of the roof
within 10 feet (3 m) measured horizontally from the top
of the chimney.
This stove requires a minimum chimney height of 13
feet (4 m).
material.
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Figure 5: Typical Acceptable Chimney Configurations
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INSTALLING IN A MOBILE HOME
Follow these special requirements for installing your stove
in a mobile home.
• Install the stove in accordance with 24 CFR, Part 3280
(HUD).
• A chimney cap spark arrestor is a requirement in
mobile home installations.
• HearthStone recommends you install at least one
smoke detector.
• Permanently attach the stove to your mobile home’s
floor. Use appropriate bolts through the existing holes
in the legs, or use the clips that secured the Equinox to
the pallet.
• Mobile home installations require the use of an outsi de
air adaptor kit:
HearthStone Kit # 93-53500 (See page 7)
• Install the following Dura-Vent Mobile Home
Chimney & Connector Kit (or equivalent):
8DP-MH 8” Diameter S/N 9296N
Each kit includes:
Stainless spark arrestor cap, storm collar,
Adjustable vented flashing – 0/12 – 6/1 2,
Two 24” Dura/Plus* chimney pipes, 24” Support box
with built-in starter section and trim. You must provide
the appropriate connector pipe.
* (UL or ULC approved equipment is acceptable)
• Remove the entire chimney and connector pipe prior to
transporting the mobile home. Flexing of the structure
during movement could damage the chimney
components if not removed.
WARNING:
DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM IN
A MOBILE HOME.
CAUTION:
MAINTAIN THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
OF THE MOBILE HOME
CEILING, AND ROOF WHEN INSTALLING
AND USING YOUR STOVE
WALLS, FLOOR,
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Operating Your Equinox Wood Stove
Once your Equinox is set in place, connected, and assembled,
you are ready to light a fire. HearthStone tests each wood
stove before we ship it, so you will easily light your first fire.
WARNING:
HOT WHILE IN OPERATION! KEEP
CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE
AWAY. CONTACT CAN CAUSE SKIN
BURNS.
Read this entire chapter before lighting your first fire. It
explains the controls and features of your wood stove, how to
choose firewood, and how to use your stove on a daily basis.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Before lighting any fires, become familiar with the location
and operation of your stove's controls and features and learn
how to use them. For your own safety, do not modify these
features in any way. The Equinox wood stove radiates heat
into the surrounding area. In doing this, the controls of the
heater can become very hot. Please use caution when using
any of the controls. Do not use the controls unless the stove
is cool or you have a hearth glove.
FRONT & SIDE DOOR HANDLES: (These become hot
during operation. Use a fireplace glove to open the handle
while the stove is in use) The front & side doors allow you to
load wood into your stove; fixed handles operate the doors.
To open either door, rotate the handle clockwise and pull the
door away from the stove. To latch the door, push the door
tightly towards the firebox then rotate the handle counter
clock-wise until it stops.
ASH GRATE LEVER: (This becomes very hot during
operation. It is best to operate the ash removal system after
the stove cools.) The ash grate lever folds up, and is located
directly under the front edge of the ash lip. Reach under the
right side of the ash lip and rotate the handle outward
clockwise until it is fully extended. Use the ash grate lever
only to open the ash grate to allow movement of the ashes
from the firebox to the ash pan. Pull the lever out to open the
grate. Once you have sifted the ashes through the grate into
the ash pan, push the lever back in towards the stove to close
the grate. Rotate the lever counterclockwise to store it back
under the ash lip.
ASH PAN: (This becomes hot during operation. It is best to
remove the ash pan only after the stove cools). To access the
ash pan you must open the ash pan compartment door (rotate
the handle ¼ turn clockwise), which is located under the
front ash lip. Open the control door and locate the ash pan
handle. To remove the ash pan, grip the handle and then pull
it out. The ash pan drawer will slide out with the ash pan and
provides support for the pan while you install the pan’s lid.
Lift the ash pan off the drawer with the lid’s handle. The lid
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for the ash pan is stored under the stove, or where convenient
for you. Use the lid only to contain the ashes during transport
for disposal – do not leave in place. The ash pan collects the
ash residue from each fire and when full, allows you to
remove the ash conveniently from your wood stove. Clear
the firebox of ashes periodically by opening the ash grate in
the bottom of the firebox. Sift the ashes through the grate
into the ash pan, and then return the grate to its closed
position.
To replace the ash pan, place the pan back onto the drawer
ensuring the tabs engage the notches. Slide the ash pan and
drawer back into place in the ash pan compartment. Lift and
latch closed the compartment door by turning the handle
counter-clockwise ¼ turn. Do not operate the stove unless
the ash compartment door is closed, and properly sealed.
Not doing this could overheat and damage the stove.
PRIMARY AIR CONTROL: (This becomes hot during
operation. It is best to operate the primary air system with a
fireplace glovel.) The primary air control handle is located on
the front lower left of the stove, just under the left edge of the
ash lip. The primary air control allows you to regulate the
amount of air entering the firebox. Generally, the more air
allowed into the firebox, the faster the rate of burn;
conversely, less air creates a slower burn. For maximum air
flow, move the primary air handle as far left as possible;
move the primary air control handle as far to the right as
possible for minimum air flow (does not close completely).
CHOOSING FIREWOOD
Your Equinox Wood Heater is designed to only burn
firewood - also known as cordwood.
CAUTION:
DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLAMMABLE
FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPHTHA,
KEROSENE, CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR
ENGINE OIL TO START A FIRE. DO NOT USE
CHARCOAL, PELLETS, COAL, ARTIFICIAL LOGS
OR ANY OTHER MATERIALS AS FUEL; THEY ARE
NOT SAFE. DO NOT BURN GARBAGE.
The quality of your firewood directly affects heat output,
duration of burn and performance of your stove. Softwoods
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MEDIUM HIGH: White Ash, Beech, Yellow Birch, Sugar
Maple, and Red Oak
MEDIUM LOW: Black Ash, White Birch, Grey Birch, Elm,
Norway Pine, Pitch Pine, Black Cherry, Soft Maple,
Tamarack
LOW: White Pine, White Cedar, Balsam Fir, Spruce, Aspen,
Basswood, Butternut, Hemlock
Moisture content also plays a key role in the performance of
your stove. Wood freshly cut from a living tree (gr een wood)
contains a great deal of moisture. As you might expect, green
wood burns poorly. You must season green wood before
using it in your wood stove. To season green wood properly,
split, stack, and allow it to air dry for a period of one year.
Stack the firewood on skids or blocks to keep it off the
ground, cover only the top of the stack. Plastic or tarps that
cover the sides of the woodpile trap moisture and prev ent the
wood from drying. As for stacking, an old Vermonter said,
"The spaces between the logs should be large enough for a
mouse to get through, but not for the cat that's chasing it."
CAUTION:
Do not store firewood within the stove's specified
clearances to combustible materials.
BUILDING A FIRE
Once you understand the controls of your wood stove and
have the appropriate firewood, you are ready to start a fire.
BREAKING IN YOUR WOOD STOVE
It is imperative that your stove is "broken in" slowly.
Soapstone must be "seasoned"; over-firing a new stove may
cause soapstone to crack or may damage other stove parts.
Removing the moisture in the soapstone slowly is critical to
minimize the “shock” to the stone at its first exposure to high
firebox temperatures. In addition, any moisture remaining in
the asbestos-free furnace cement must also be slowly
removed to ensure adequate sealing and bonding.
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good, hot fire will clean the glass. We recommend a visual
inspection (and cleaning if necessary) of your stovepipe and
chimney after the break-in procedure is completed.
NORMAL OPERATION
Prior to loading the stove, make sure the ash grate and the
ash compartment door are closed. If left open, the stove will
over-fire and will suffer damage.
BUILDING A FIRE FOR EVERYDAY USE
1) Open the front door and place five or six double sheets
of tightly twisted newspaper in the center of the firebox.
Arrange kindling in a crisscross pattern over the
newspaper. Use approximately 10 pieces of kindling,
1/2" (13 mm) in diameter and 10" to 20" (254 mm to
508 mm) long.
2) Fully open the primary air control by moving it
completely to the left.
3) Light the paper under the kindling. Briefly leave the
front door slightly ajar until the kindling burns and draft
begins to pull.
4) Close the door and allow the fire to burn.
5) Once the kindling is burning well, open the front door
and add logs - small at first, to build the fire up. Ensure
you keep the logs away from the glass in front in order
for the air-wash system to work properly. Keep the front
and side doors, and ash compartment door closed while
the stove is in use.
6) Once the fire is burning well, use the primary air control
to regulate the desired rate of burn. Move the handle to
the left to open the primary air control for a high rate of
burn; or push it to the right for a low rate of burn. The
air control does not close completely.
Note: When opening the front door to reload or rearrange logs, it is advisable to open the door just a
crack, pause for a moment, then open the door
completely. This procedure allows the firebox to clear
of smoke before the door is open fully. In addition,
reloading on a bed of hot, red coals reduces smoking
time and brings fresh fuel up to a high temperature
rapidly.
BURN RATE
HIGH BURN: Fully load the firebox with wood on a bed of
hot coals or on an actively flaming fire and fully open the
primary air control by moving it all the way to the left, away
from the ash lip. A high burn rate once or twice a day to heat
the stovepipe and chimney fully, will help minimize creosote
accumulation.
MEDIUM LOW BURN: With the primary air control in the
open, left most position, push the handle about ¾ of the
distance to the right. A medium-low burn rate is the typical
setting and is preferable if the stove is unattended.
LOW BURN: Push the primary air control inward all the way
to the right. This closes the air shutter to its minimum
opening. A low burn rate over extended periods is not
advisable as it can promote the accumulation of creosote.
Inspect the venting system frequently if using low burn rates
consistently.
OVER-FIRE CAUTION
Over-firing means the stove is operating at temperatures
above the recommended temperatures outlined in the BURN
RATE section. Carefully avoid over-firing, as it will damage
the stove. Symptoms of chronic over-firing can include
cracked stones, warped components, short burn times, a
roaring sound in the stove or stovepipe, and discoloration of
the stovepipe.
Excessive draft, inappropriate fuel, and operator error can
cause over-firing. Correct an over-fire situation as follows:
EXCESSIVE DRAFT: Contact your local dealer to have
a draft reading taken. Any draft in excess of 0.1 Water
Column requires a damper in the stovepipe. Some
installations may require more than one damper.
INAPPROPRIATE FUEL: Do not burn coal; kiln dried
lumber, wax logs or anything other than natural
cordwood.
OPERATOR ERROR: Ensure all the gaskets are in good
condition. Replace worn out or compressed gaskets. Do
not burn the stove with the front or side door, ash
compartment door, or the ash grate in the open position.
If you suspect that your stove is over-firing, contact your
dealer immediately. Damage caused by over-firing is not
covered by your warranty. Results of over-firing can
include warped or burned out internal parts, cracked stones,
discolored or warped external parts, and da maged finish.
CAUTION:
Never use gasoline, lantern fuel, kerosene, diesel,
heating fuel oil, charcoal lighter fluid 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.
CAUTION:
Install a carbon monoxide detector if using the stove
with the optional spark screen installed (front door
opened). Follow the manufacturer’s installation
instructions. Carbon Monoxide is a colorless,
odorless gas that replaces oxygen. High
concentrations of Carbon Monoxide are leth al .
MEDIUM HIGH BURN: With the primary air control in the
open, left most position, push the control handle about ¼ to
½ the distance to the right.
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REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF ASHES
Remove ashes only when the stove is cold. Use protective
fireplace gloves if the ash pan is warm. Exercise extreme
caution when handling, storing or disposing of ashes.
The ash pan is behind the ash compartment door located
under the front ash lip. The ash pan collects burned ash from
a fire and allows you to remove the ash conveniently from
your wood stove. Clear the firebox of ashes often, and do not
let them build up too high. It is important to prevent ashes
from building up around the fron t door opening. To remove
ashes, unfold and pull the grate lever out to open the grate.
Sift the ashes across the grate into the ash pan. Then return
the ash grate to its closed position by pushing the lever back
in towards the stove and then fold it back under the ash lip.
The ash pan is easy to remove and has a handle and lid for
convenient disposal of ashes.
Dump ashes from the ash pan directly into a metal container
with a tight fitting lid. Do not place any other items or trash
into the metal container. Do not pour water into the
container. Replace the container’s lid and allow the ashes to
cool. Never place the ash disposal container on a combustible
surface or vinyl flooring, as the container could be hot
Pending disposal, place the closed ash container on a
noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from all
combustible materials, liquid fuels, or vehicles. Retain ashes
in the closed container until all coals thoroughly cool.
NEVER place ashes in wooden or plastic containers, in
trashcans with other trash, or in paper or plastic bags, no
matter how long the fire has been out. Coals within a
bed of ashes can remain hot for several days once
removed from the firebox.
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Maintaining Your Equinox W ood S tove
NOTE: ANY SYMPTOMS OF OVER-FIRING
WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY!
CREOSOTE FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL
When wood burns slowly at low temperatures, it produces tar
and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled
moisture to form creosote. These creosote vapors condense
in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As
a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining.
When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire,
which may damage the chimney or ev en destroy the house.
When burning wood, inspect the chimney connector and
chimney at least once every two months during the heating
season to determine if there is a creosote buildup.
To prevent the buildup of creosote:
Burn the stove with the primary air control fully open for 35
- 45 minutes daily to burn out creosote deposits from within
the stove and the venting system.
After reloading with wood, burn the stove with the primary
air control fully open for 20 to 30 minutes. This manner of
operation ensures early engagement of the secondary
combustion system that minimizes creosote buildup in the
chimney.
If a creosote build-up occurs, inspect the stovepipe connector
and chimney more often, at least monthly during the heating
season to monitor the accumulation. If a creosote residue
greater that 1/4" (6 mm) accumulates, remove it to reduce the
risk of a chimney fire.
If your glass always remains dirty, your operating
temperatures are too low or your wood is wet; therefore,
there is a higher risk of creosote buildup.
Inspect the venting system at the stove connection and at the
chimney top. Cooler surfaces tend to build creosote deposits
faster, so it is important to check the chimney at the top
(where it is coolest) as well as from the bottom near the
stove.
Remove accumulated creosote with a cleaning brush
specifically designed for the type of chimney in use. Use a
certified chimney sweep to perform this service. Contact
your dealer for the name of a certified chimney sweep in
your area (your dealer may be a certified sweep).
We recommend that before each heating season you have the
entire system professionally inspected, cleaned and repaired,
if necessary.
FRONT DOOR REMOVAL PROCEDURE:
1. Open the door 45 to 90 degrees.
2. Remove the front door by lifting it straight up off the
hinges with the hinge pins remaining in the door.
3. It may be necessary to apply considerable upward
pressure on the door while swinging it back and forth
slightly to work the hinge pins out of the bronze
bushings.
4. Take care to avoid scratching the adjacent soapstone
when the hinge pins come free.
GASKETS
Replace door gasket material every two to three seasons,
depending on stove use. If the door seal leaks, a new gasket
will ensure a tight seal and improve stove performance.
We recommend you only use HearthStone replacement
gaskets and adhesive when you need to replace your door
gasket. Contact your dealer for a gasket kit that includes
instructions, adhesive, and the gasket for your stove.
Required Door Gasket: Part Number: 3110-051, 68”
Length, 1/2" Diameter.
FRONT DOOR GASKET REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES:
1. To replace the front door gasket, remove the door from the
stove (see door removal instructions above), Pull off the old
rope gasket. Carefully remove any old gasket material and
adhesive with a small screwdriver, or small cold chisel and a
hammer. Clean all gasket channels with a small wire brush if
necessary.
2. Apply a small amount of waterglass (sodium silicate), or a 1/8
inch bead of an approved gasket adhesive into the bottom of
the entire gasket groove.
3. Start at the center of the hinge side of the door and push the
new gasket into place uniformly
compressing the gasket material. Pinch the gasket into place as
necessary.
4. Once the gasket is installed, re-install and close the door
immediately to fully seat the gasket in the channel and ensure
complete adhesion. Waterglass will dry quickly, and does not
require heat to cure. Other adhesives may need heat to cure –
so follow the product manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Check the gasket seal using a dollar bill. Place the bill in
various locations around the door. Close the door and remove
the bill by pulling it out. If the bill slides out without
resistance, the seal will leak. If the bill does not slide out, the
door is too tight, and the gasket will wear quickly. If the test
reveals varying results in different locations – the gasket may
not be installed uniformly, or too much adhesive was used.
6. First, adjust the gasket as necessary by reseating it uniformly.
If that does not work, adjust the latch mechanism so it applies
more or less pressure when the door is closed.
without stretching or
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SIDE DOOR GASKET REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES:
1. To replace the side door gasket, open the door and support it so
the hinge plate supports no weight. Remove the three allen
head bolts and lift the plate out of the way.
a. Do not remove the door! The side door uses torsion
springs to ease closing. Removing the door could
cause unexpected spring tension release.
2. Pull off the old rope gasket. Carefully remove any old gasket
material and adhesive with a small screwdriver, or small cold
chisel and a hammer. Clean all gasket channels with a small
wire brush if necessary.
3. Apply a small amount of waterglass (sodium silicate), or a 1/8
inch bead of an approved gasket adhesive into the bottom of
the entire gasket groove.
4. Start at the center of the hinge side of the door and push the
new gasket into place uniformly without stretching or
compressing the gasket material. Pinch the gasket into place as
necessary.
5. Once the gasket is installed, re-install the hinge plate and close
the door immediately to fully seat the gasket in the channel and
ensure complete adhesion. Waterglass will dry quickly, and
does not require heat to cure. Other adhesives may need heat to
cure – so follow the product manufacturer’s instructions.
LATCH ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES:
(Latch Kit #90-73010)
1. Test gasket seal quality with small latch adjustments first. Too
much pressure makes the door difficult to open and close and
prematurely wears the gasket.
2. Loosen the setscrew and rotate the handle assembly to increase
or decrease spring pressure.
includes instructions and everything needed for the repair. If
you replace the glass yourself, wear work gloves and safety
glasses.
Required Glass Kit: Part Number: 90-58205 (5mm Ceramic
Glass, gasket, and clips).
GLASS REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES:
1. Follow the instructions included with the replacement glass kit.
2. Remove the door (see door removal procedure on page 20).
3. Remove the screws from the glass retainer clips (use
penetrating oil if necessary) – remove the clips (8) and lift off
the glass. Set aside the clips for reinstallation.
4. Carefully lift the damaged glass out of the door and discard.
5. Remove any remaining glass and old gasket material.
6. Clean the screw holes and place a small amount of anti-seize
compound in each one.
7. Install the ¼ inch rope gasket – peel off the adhesive backing,
and press the gasket uniformly into the gasket channel.
8. Place the new glass onto the door.
9. Important! Center the glass and ensure that the edges of the
glass are parallel with the edges of the opening.
10. Check glass position again (centered, and parallel), then screw
the glass retainer clips back on the door.
11. Apply a light film of anti-seize lubricant on the door’s hinge
pins and bushings if needed.
12. Install the door.
13. After five or six fires, check the glass clip screws, and
retighten if necessary.
GLASS
Do not operate the stove with a broken door glass. Do not
abuse the front door by striking or slamming. When
necessary, clean the glass with commercial stove glass
cleaners, which are available from your local dealer. Never
attempt to clean the glass while the fire is burning or while
the glass is hot. Remove deposits by following the
instructions provided with the cleaner. To clean heavier,
stubborn deposits, remove the door from the stove (See door
removal procedures on page 20). Lay the door face down on
a clean, padded workbench or table with the handle hanging
over an edge, apply the cleaner to the glass and allow it to
soak for a few minutes to allow the cleaner to penetrate any
heavy deposits. Wipe the cleaner off with a soft cloth, or
black & white newsprint.
Important: scratching or etching the glass will
weaken the integrity of the glass. Do not use a razor
blade, steel wool, or any other abrasive material to
clean the glass. Use a cleaner specifically
manufactured for woodstoves only.
The front door glass is a 5mm ceramic, shock-resistant glass,
made specifically for use in woodstoves. Do not use any
replacement glass other than the ceramic glass manufactured
and supplied for use by HearthStone in this wood stove.
Replacement glass is available through your local dealer.
Replace the door glass immediately if broken or chipped.
Figure 8: Door & Glass Assembly
Contact your local dealer for replacement glass. The glass kit
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STONE
Occasional cleaning is all that is necessary to maintain the
natural beauty of your stove’s soapstone finish. Clean the
soapstone with water, any non-abrasive cleaner and a soft
cloth. Wipe dust from the stone with a clean cloth. Do not
use chemical agents to wash the stone; do not use waxes or
any polishing agents on the stone.
Take care not to scratch or chip the soapstone. Do not set
items that can scratch or chip the stone on top of your stove.
use sandpaper to buff out scratches, as it will remove
Do not
the polished surface of the stone.
Contact your local HearthStone dealer for accessories such as
trivets, or soapstone tiles if you intend to place metal pots on
the stove. Your HearthStone dealer has a soapstone steamer
pot available, which will complement your soapstone stove.
Often, with use and over time, subtle earth tones of brown,
red, and yellow may appear in the soapstone. This is a
natural reaction in the soapstone. Surface or hairline fractures
may also appear in the stone after a stove is used. Such
changes are normal and do not affect the operation or the
integrity of the stove and do not require replacement.
If you observe a completely broken stone, contact your
dealer for a replacement. Please note that a replacement stone
will most likely not exactly match your existing stones.
When HearthStone manufactures a soapstone woodstove, we
strive to match all the stones on the stove as closely as
possible. However, over time, the original st ones on your
stove will change as mentioned above. In addition, even
stone from the same quarry is not uniform in grain, or color.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Common Issues
Virtually all woodstove operators experience basic common
problems at one time or another. Most are correctable and
generally require only a minor adjustment of the stove,
installation, or operating technique. In cases where weather
conditions dramatically affect stove performance, the
problems are typically temporary and solve themselves once
the weather changes.
If you question whether your stove is producing adequate
heat, the best way to troubleshoot the problem is to monitor
the temperature of the chimney connector (single wall) no
more than 12 inches (30 cm) above the flue collar. A 400° F
(200° C) single wall stovepipe confirms the stove is
supplying sufficient heat. If you are using a double wall
chimney connector, measure the temperature at the flue
collar. Keep in mind that your house itself will regulate
room/house temperatures. How well the walls, floors and
ceilings are insulated, the number and size of windows, the
tightness of outside doors, and the construction or style of
your house (vaulted ceilings or other open spaces which
collect large percentages of heat, ceiling fans, etc.) all are
determining factors of room temperat ur e.
Your stove's performance is also dependant on its
installation. One common cause of poor performance is an
oversized chimney flue. Oversized chimney flues result in
decreased draft, which prevents the smoke from rising out
the chimney. Oversized flues are also more difficult to heat
effectively, especially when burning a high efficiency stove.
Cool flue temperatures inhibit the establishment of a strong
draft (and encourage the accumulation of creosote). The lack
of a strong draft will cause the fire to die down and may even
force smoke to pour into the room.
If your chimney is the proper size and a strong draft is not
easily established, there is the possibility that the chimney is
too cold. Again, hot chimneys promote stronger drafts.
Opening a window briefly while lighting the stove may help.
Other draft guidelines are as follows:
An "AIRTIGHT" HOUSE: The air supply (infiltration) to
the interior of the house may be inadequate if your home is
super-insulated or especially well sealed. This phenomenon
of air starvation within the building is exacerbated if exh aust
fans, such as clothes dryers, bathroom fans or cookstove
exhaust fans, are in operation within the home. Outfitting
your stove with the optional outside air adaptor connected to
an air duct, which leads to the outside of the building, can
correct this problem.
TALL TREES OR BUILDINGS: These obstructions,
when located close to the top of the chimney can cause
chronic or occasional downdrafts. When selecting a site for a
new chimney, consider the placement of other objects near
the proposed chimney location.
WIND VELOCITY: Generally, the stronger and steadier a
wind, the stronger (better) the draft. However, "gusty" wind
conditions can cause erratic downdrafts. For consistent
problems, consider a high wind cap, such as the Vacu-Stack.
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE: Chimney drafts are
typically sluggish on balmy, wet or muggy days (low
barometric pressure). This is a weather-related phenomenon,
which generally is self-correcting as the weather changes.
BRISKNESS OF FIRE: The hotter the fire in your stove,
the hotter your chimney and, therefore, the stronger the draft.
BREAKS IN THE VENTING SYSTEM: An unsealed
clean-out door at the bottom of the chimney, leaky stovepipe
joints, a poor stovepipe-to-thimble connection, missing caps,
or a leaky chimney all can cause inadequate draft.
SEASONAL FACTORS: Early fall and late spring are
generally difficult seasons in which to establish proper drafts.
The colder the outside air is relative to room temperature, the
stronger the draft.
Operating the Stove
As outlined above, there are days when a good draft is just
not easy to establish. The causes are usually seasonal factors
or a cold chimney. Try starting the fire by using small
kindling and fuel to obtain a quick, hot fire. Tend the fire
frequently with small fuel until the chimney is hot and the
draft is well established. Sometimes, partially opening a first
floor window briefly will help quickly get draft established.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE:
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS
STOVE SMOKES Operating Technique Fully open the primary air control one minute before opening doors.
Cold Chimney Preheat the chimney when first starting a fire. Briefly open a window
in the room containing the stove.
Blocked Chimney Examine the chimney and stovepipe for blockage or creosote
accumulations.
Blocked outside air duct Examine the duct and outside inlet for blockage caused by snow,
insects, or debris accumulations.
Oversized Chimney Reline the chimney to the appropriate diameter
Undersized Chimney Install a draft inducer or replace the chimney.
Chimney Too Short Lengthen the chimney.
Air Infiltration Into The
Chimney
More Than One Appliance
Connected to the Flue
BACK-PUFFING OR
GAS EXPLOSIONS
Extra Low Burn Rate Burn the stove at a higher burn rate.
Blocked outside air duct Examine the duct and outside inlet for blockage caused by snow,
Chimney Down-draft Install a chimney cap.
Excessive Ash Build-up Empty the ash pan more frequently. Increase efficiency of burns, and
UNCONTROLLED
OR SHORT BURN
Excessive Draft Check the installation. Operate at LOW BURN. Install stovepipe
Extra Long Chimney Shorten the chimney. Install stovepipe damper(s).
Oversized Chimney Reline the chimney to the proper diameter.
High Winds or Hilltop
Excessive Draft Draft in excess of 0.1 wc should be corrected with a stovepipe
INSUFFICIENT HEAT Poor Quality or Green
Low Burn Rate Operate the stove at a higher burn rate.
Blocked outside air duct Examine the duct and outside inlet for blockage caused by snow,
Air Insulated Chimney Replace with a pre-fabricated insulated chimney system or a
Cold Exterior Chimney Reline or insulate the chimney.
Leaky Stovepipe or
Too Much Heat Loss Fro m
Excessive Ash Build-up Empty the ash pan more frequently. Increase efficiency of burns, and
BLISTERING OF
FINISH
Excessive Draft Check the DRAFT. A damper may be required. Operate the stove at
Operating Technique Fully open the primary air control one minute before opening the
Unsealed or Open Door
Open ash grate
Location:
Wood
Chimney
House
Operating Technique Do not over-fire the stove. Monitor stove temperatures. Use
Seal chimney connections and openings in clean-out doors.
Disconnect all other appliances and seal openings.
door and keep it fully open for a few minutes after reloading.
insects, or debris accumulations.
avoid using poor quality or green wood.
Close the door tightly or replace the gaskets.
Slide ash grate to closed position.
damper.
Install a chimney cap.
damper(s)
Use only air-dried wood, preferably dried at least one year.
insects, or debris accumulations.
properly sized masonry chimney.
Check the installation.
Add insulation, use energy efficient windows, or caulk windows, and
seal openings in home.
avoid using poor quality or green wood.
seasoned wood only.
a LOW BURN range.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS KITS & OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:
ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION
1 90-58205 GLASS REPLACEMENT KIT 6 93-53500 OUTSIDE AIR KIT
2 90-73010 LATCH REPLACEMENT KIT 7 90-57502 BLOWER
3 90-76010 BAFFLE REPLACEMENT KIT 8 90-68000 REAR HEAT SHIELD
4 90-58010 GASKET REPLACEMENT KIT 9 90-69000 SPARK SCREEN
10 90-70200 SIDE DOOR LOCK KIT
5 6400-40455 OWNER’S MANUAL
PART REPLACEMENT KITS
DOCUMENTATION
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Safety Label
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HEARTHST ONE WOODST OVE LIMITED WARRANTIES
These warranties give you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from State to State.
HearthStone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc. (HearthStone) warrants to the original purchaser only
“Original Purchaser”) the new woodstove manufactured by HearthStone and purchased by the Original Purchaser
(the “Woodstove”) against any of the occurrences listed in this document that result from defects in material or
workmanship. All obligations of HearthStone under this document commence on the date the Original Purchaser
purchases the Woodstove (the “Purchase Date”).
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
HearthStone warrants the following parts of the Woodstove against the following occurrences that result from
defects in material and workmanship:
• All cast iron parts – against breakage, cracking or burn-through.
• All stones – against cracking or breakage due to thermal stress, excluding
scratches that do not affect the operation, or safety of the Woodstove.
• Primary and secondary air supply systems, including riser tubes, air wash system, secondary air manifold and
stainless steel secondary air supply tubes – against breakage, cracking or burn-through.
• Glass – against breakage due to thermal shock.
surface and hairline cracks and
LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY
HearthStone warrants the following parts of the Woodstove against the following occurrences that result from
defects in material and workmanship:
• Refractory brick – against breakage and deterioration not resulting from physical damage or over-loading of the
Woodstove.
• Firebox baffle (the baffle above the secondary air tubes) – against breakage, cracking or burn-through.
• Door handles and latch mechanisms – against breakage.
This warranty expires on the fifth (5
th
) anniversary of the Purchase Date.
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
HearthStone warrants the following parts of the Woodstove against the following occurrences that result from
defects in material and workmanship:
• Enamel Finish – against peeling or fading, excluding
crazing.
• Stove cement and all gaskets – against breakage or deterioration.
• Accessories and electrical components such as blowers, switches and thermo discs, excluding
components, hearth components, electrical components and other components or accessories used in conjunction
with the installation of the Woodstove not manufactured or supplied by HearthStone – against breakage or
malfunction.
This warranty expires on the first (1
st
) anniversary of the Purchase Date.
chipping, mechanical abrasion, chemical abrasion or
venting
EXCLUSIONS
The warranties contained in this document do not cover, nor is HearthStone responsible for:
1. Damage resulting from installation or operation of the Woodstove in a manner contrary to the owner’s
manual.
2. Damage to the Woodstove or cracking of stones due to improper break-in firing procedures.
3. Damage or non-performance resulting from faulty or incomplete setup, installation and start-up or
mishandling, abuse, or misuse of the Woodstove, including but not limited to over-firing.
4. Damage resulting from shipping, installation, modification, alteration, and repair or service of the
Woodstove by any party other than HearthStone or an authorized HearthStone dealer (a “Dealer”).
5. Damage resulting from the use as fuel of driftwood, treated wood, wax, artificial or manufactured logs, coal
or other material other than natural wood.
6. Damage due to water or due to installation of the Woodstove in a damp or high condensation area.
(the
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7. Damage due to installation of the Woodstove in an atmosphere contaminated by damaging chemicals,
including but not limited to chlorine, fluorine or salts.
8. Scratches on glass, enameled surfaces or stones due to mechanical abrasion.
9. Standard wear and tear of the Woodstove resulting from normal usage over time.
10. Damage resulting from operational-related problems such as over-firing, downdrafts, smoke spillage, or use
of corrosive driftwood.
11. Damage or inadequate performance caused by site, installation or environmental conditions beyond
HearthStone’s control, including but not limited to nearby trees, rooftops, buildings, wind, hills, mountains,
inadequate or excessive venting, insufficient make up air, or negative air pressure whether or not caused by
mechanical systems such as furnaces, exhaust fans, clothes dryers, etc.
12. A defect in any part of the Woodstove if the Original Purchaser fails to comply with HearthStone’s or a
Dealer’s request to ship the part or the Woodstove to HearthStone or a Dealer, as the case may be.
THE WARRANTIES CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE GIVEN BY
HEARTHSTONE AND ACCEPTED BY THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES AND ANY OBLIGATIONS, LIABILITIES, RIGHTS, CLAIMS, OR REMEDIES IN
CONTRACT OR TORT, WHETHER OR NOT ARISING FROM HEARTHSTONE’S NEGLIGENCE, ACTUAL
OR IMPUTED. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE GIVEN ONLY
TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY
FEDERAL OR STATE LAW. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE REQUIRED BY STATE LAW, UPON THE
EXPIRATION OF THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN, NO
IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY TO THE SUBJECT WOODSTOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THE WARRANTIES CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT EXTEND ONLY
TO THE ORIGINAL
PURCHASER OF THE WOODSTOVE WARRANTED HEREUNDER. THEY DO NOT EXTEND TO ANY
SUBSEQUENT OWNERS.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL HEARTHSTONE BE LIABLE TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OR
ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO DAMAGE TO PROPERTY OR PERSONAL INJURIES, WHETHER ARISING OUT OF BREACH
OF WARRANTY, TORT, OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF HEARTHSTONE HAS BEEN APPRAISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION
OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
QUALIFYING FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE
To obtain performance of any obligation under this document, the Original Purchaser must, within the applicable
warranty time period, contact HearthStone, at the address listed in the Warranty Registration section below or a
Dealer for instructions regarding the return of defective parts for repair, the return of the Woodstove for repair, or a
Dealer service call. The Original Purchaser should refer to the Dealer network search engine contained on
HearthStone’s Web site (www.hearthstonestoves.com
) to find a Dealer nearest the Original Purchaser’s location.
REMEDY
The remedy for any breach of the foregoing warranties will consist of repair or replacement, at HearthStone’s
option, of any covered defect in the Woodstove. When the Original Purchaser contacts HearthStone or a Dealer,
HearthStone or the Dealer, as the case may be, will instruct the Original Purchaser to either
part, or the entire Woodstove (if needed), with shipping prepaid, to HearthStone or a Dealer or
make a service call at the place where the Woodstove is located. In the event the Original Purchaser refuses to allow
a Dealer to make a service call, HearthStone or a Dealer, as the case may be, will request that the Original Owner
return the defective part, or the entire Woodstove (if needed), with shipping prepaid, to HearthStone or a Dealer.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this document, the Original Purchaser shall pay for any travel fees
and service charges related to a Dealer’s service call.
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Parts: HearthStone will replace defective parts covered by the foregoing warranties at no charge.
Labor: Within the first (1
st
) year after the Purchase Date, HearthStone will pay for warranty labor performed by a
Dealer at HearthStone’s published labor rates in effect at the time the labor is performed. Thereafter, the Original
Purchaser is responsible for the cost of labor.
Shipping cost for parts: Within the first ninety (90) days after the Purchase Date, HearthStone will pay for the
shipping of Woodstove parts covered by any of the foregoing warranties to and from HearthStone or a Dealer, as the
case may be. Thereafter, the Original Purchaser is responsible for all shipping costs related to shipping Woodstove
parts to and from HearthStone or a Dealer, as the case may be.
Shipping cost for the Woodstove: Within the first (1
st
) year after the Purchase Date, if the Original Purchaser is
instructed to return the Woodstove to HearthStone or a Dealer for repair, HearthStone will pay fifty percent (50%)
and the Original Purchaser will pay fifty percent (50%) of the shipping
costs related to shipping the Woodstove to
and from HearthStone or a Dealer, as the case may be. Thereafter, the Original Purchaser is responsible for one
hundred percent (100%) of all of the shipping costs related to shipping the Woodstove to and from HearthStone or a
Dealer, as the case may be. Notwithstanding any other provision of this document, in no event will HearthStone pay
for any Dealer fees or other fees for pick up or delivery of the Woodstove returned for repair; the Original Purchaser
shall be responsible for any such fees.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
The Original Purchaser may send a completed and signed Warranty Registration Form, which is enclosed in the
Woodstove warranty packet, to the following address:
HearthStone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc.
Warranty Department
317 Stafford Avenue
Morrisville, VT 05661
NOTE: SENDING IN THE SIGNED WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM IS NOT A CONDITION OF
WARRANTY COVERAGE, OR HEARTHSTONE’S PERFORMANCE.
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Notes:
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