Hearth and Home Technologies 8000 User Manual
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
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)
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
2
1
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1
/2″
1
1
1
1
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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
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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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