Heatilator ECO-WINS18 Owner's Manual

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Model:

ECO-WINS18

WOOD BURNING INSERT

Owner’s Manual

Installation and Operation

CAUTION

DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL

•

Important operating
and m a int e n a n c e
instructions included.

• Read, understand and
follow these instructions
for safe installation and
operation.

WARNING

If the information in these instruc­tions is not followed exactly, a
fi re may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.

• Do not store or use gasoline or other fl am­mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.

• Do not overfi re - If heater or chimney con­nector glows, you are overfi ring. Overfi ring
will void your warranty.

• Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustibles as specifi ed. Failure to
comply may cause house fi re.

Hot glass will cause burns.

• Do not touch glass until it is cooled

• NEVER allow children to touch glass

• Keep children away

• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fi replace.

• Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
fl ammable materials.

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
fl ammable materials away.

• Leave this manual with
party responsible for
use and operation.

WARNING

HOT SURFACES!

Glass and other surfaces are
hot during operation AND
cool down.

WARNING

Fire Risk.

For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overfi re and generate

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Consumer Care 1-866-427-3316 - Prior to calling, please have the model and serial number of the unit you are calling
about. This information can be found at the front of the unit.

poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).

7065-132 • June 13, 2011

Installation and service of this appliance should
be performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth &
Home Technologies recommends NFI certifi ed
professionals, or technicians supervised by an NFI
certifi ed professional.

Serial No / Numéro De Série

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY - Certified to comply with July 1990 particulate emission standards.

LISTED ROOM HEATER, SOLID FUEL TYPE. "For Use with Solid Wood Fuel Only."

Also For Use In Mobile Homes

7065-134

Install and use only in accordance with manufacturer's installation, venting and

operating instructions.
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT
RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION IN YOUR AREA.
Refer to manufacturer's instructions and local codes for precautions required for
passing chimney through a combustible wall or ceiling.
When used as a masonry insert stove, install only in a masonry fireplace built to
national and/or local codes. Do not remove brick or mortar to accommodate
insert. Installation requires minimum of a starter pipe into existing chimney with
airtight face seal.
Install only on a non-combustible hearth. Approved for installation and use in
factory built zero -clearance fireplaces conf orming to minimum fire chamber
specifications, follow instructions in the owner’s manual.
Components required for installation: listed vent liner only.
In Canada a full length 6 inch (152mm) S635 flue liner is required as per ULC
S628-93.
WARNING - Inspect and clean chimney frequently. Under certain conditions of
use, creosote buildup may occur rapidly.
Do not connect this unit to a chimney serving another appliance.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. Disconnect power supply before servicing.
Route power cord away from unit. Do not route cord under or in front of
appliance.
Electrical Rating: 115 VAC .63 AMPS 60 Hz
Do not use grate or elevate fire. Build wood fire directly on hearth(firebrick).
Do not overfire. If heater or chimney connector glows, you are overfiring.
Operate only with doors closed. Open only to add fuel to the fire.
Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic available from your dealer.

OPTIONAL COMPONENTS: Mantel Deflector, Part MNTL-18-DFLCTR

PREVENT HOUSE FIRES

1445 N. Highway, Colville, WA 99114

Model / Modèle

:

ECO-WINS18

WOOD INSERT

DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL / NE PAS ENLEVER L'ÉTIQUETTE

Manufactured by /

Fabriqué par:

Tested to / Testé a:

UL 1482, ULC S628-93

ATTENTION! Inspectez et nettoyez la cheminée fréquemment. Sous certaines conditions, il se peut que la
créosote s'accumule rapidement.
Ne pas connecter cet appareil à une cheminée servant un autre appareil.
DANGER: Il y a risque de décharge électrique. Déconnectez le fil électrique de la prise de contact avant le
service. 

Éloignez le fil électrique de l'appareil. Ne pas faire passer le fil électrique au dessus ou en dessous de
l'appareil.
Puissance Électrique: 115 VAC, .63 Amps, 60 Hz.

N'élevez pas le feu. Bâtissez le feu de bois directement sur l'âtre.
N

e pas surchauffer. Si l'appareil de chauffage ou le tuyau de cheminée rougissent, vous surchauffez.
Opérez l'appareil seulement lorsque la porte de chargement est fermée. Ouvrez la porte seulement lorsque
vous devez ajouter des combustibles dans le feu.

Remplacez la vitre seulement avec une vitre céramique de 5 mm disponible chez votre fournisseur.
PIÈCES OPTIONNELLES: Déflecteur de cheminée d Piéce 7044-214

APPAREIL DE CHAUFFAGE DE PIÈCE, DE TYPE DE COMBUSTIBLE SOLIDE.

PRÉVENTION DES FEUX DE MAISON

Installez et utilisez en accord avec les instructions d'installation et d'opération du fabricant. Contactez le
bureau de la construction ou le bureau des incendies au sujet des restrictions et des inspections d'installation
dans votre voisinage.

Référez vous aux instructions du fabricant et des codes locaux pour les précautions requises pour passer une
cheminée à travers un mur ou un plafond combustibles, et les compensations maximums.
Lorsque vous utilisez un poêle inséré fabriqué en briques, installez un foyer en briques fabriqué selon des
codes national et/ou locaux. Ne pas enlever de la brique ou du mortier pour accommoder la pièce insérée.
L'installation demande un tuyau allant de la cheminée existante avec un couvert hermétique.
Installez seulement sur un foyer incombustible. Approuvé pour l'installation et l'usage dans les cheminées
avec espace libre de zéro, fabriquées en usine et se conformant aux spécifications minimum de chambre de
feu.
Composants requis pour l'installation: aération homologué revêtement seulement.
Au Canada, un tuyau doublé de grandeur de 6 inch (152mm) S635 est exigé par le code ULC S628-93.

Minimum Clearances To Combustible Material

Espaces Libres Minimum Des Matériaux Combustibles

Hearth Extension / Extension de l'âtre

THERMAL PROTECTION /

Protection Thermique

Espace Libre Manteau de Cheminée

No Mantel Deflector

Pas de protection de cheminée

n/a

18"

(457)

18”

(457)

B

18"

(457)

n/a

n/a

C

CANADA

C

n/a

18"

(457)

18”

(457)

B

n/a

26"

(660)

21.25”
(540)

USA/

États-Unis

18"

(457)

18"

(457)

16"

(406)

16"

(406)

E

FLOOR PROTECTION /

PROTECTION DU PLANCHER

Floor height 0" to 7" (0 to 178mm) below Insert Base

Hauteur du sol de 0” à 7” (0 à 178mm) sous la base de l’insert

Floor height greater than 7" (178mm) below Insert Base

Hauteur de sol supérieure à 7” (178mm) sous la base de l’insert

1 inch (25) of k=0.47, R = 2.13

12"

(305)

12”

(305)

A

18”

(457)

n/a

n/a

D

18”

(457)

n/a

n/a

Masonry, Heat Exchanger & Zero
Clearance

En briques, Circulant la chaleur &
d'espace libre

MANTEL CLEARANCES

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007026

A

B

C

D

F

E

SideWall /

Mur de Côté

Maximum Mantel Depth - 11.5" (292mm)

Profondeur Maximum de la Manteau de Cheminée - 11.5"

(292mm)

Fascia or Trim /

Panneau ou Moulure

Mantel /

Manteau de Cheminée

Fuel
Door

A D

18”

(457)

n/a

n/a

n/a

26"

(660)

21.25”
(540)

with Mantel Deflector

avec un déflecteur de cheminée

USA/

États-Unis

CANADA

E

F

F

8"

(203)

8”

(203)

USA/

États-Unis & Canada

Floor height 0" to 7" (0 to-178mm) below Insert Base

Hauteur du sol de 0” à 7” (0 à 178mm) sous la base de l’insert

Floor height greater than 7" (178) below Insert Base

Hauteur de sol supérieure à 7” (178) sous la base de l’insert

Only ember protection required

Made in U.S.A. of US and

imported parts.

Fabriqué aux

États-Unis-d’Amérique par des

pièces d’origine américaine et

pièces importées.

W/N 20514

2011

2012 2013 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC

HOT WHILE IN OPERATION DO NOT TOUCH, KEEP CHILDREN,
CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN

BURNS. SEE NAMEPLATE AND INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTION:

CHAUD LORS DE L'OPÉRATION. NE PAS TOUCHER. GARDEZ LES

ENFANTS ET LES VÊTEMENTS LOIN DE L'ESPACE DÉSIGNÉ DE
L'INSTALLATION. LE CONTACT PEUT CAUSER DES BRÛLURES À LA PEAU. VOIR
L'ÉTIQUETTE ET LES INSTRUCTIONS.

ATTENTION

:

ETL4001508

Read this manual before installing or operating this appliance.

Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference.

Congratulations!

Congratulations on selecting a Heatilator wood burning
appliance. The wood burning appliance you have selected
is designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability and

effi ciency.

As the owner of a new wood burning appliance, you’ll want
to read and carefully follow all of the instructions contained
in this owner’s manual. Pay special attention to all cautions
and warnings.

NOTE: Clearances may only be reduced by means
approved by the regulatory authority having jurisdiction

SAMPLE OF SERIAL NUMBER / SAFETY LABEL

LOCATION: UNDER ASH LIP, PULL OUT TO VIEW

This owner’s manual should be retained for future refer­ence. We suggest you keep it with your other important
documents and product manuals.

Your new wood burning appliance will give you years of
durable use and trouble-free enjoyment. Welcome to the
Heatilator family of wood burning products!

Test Lab & Report

Number

SAMPLE

Serial Number

Model Name

Mfg Date

2

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Safety Alert Key:

!

• DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury.

• WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided may result in death or serious injury.

• CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

• NOTICE: Indicates practices which may cause damage to the appliance or to property.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Congratulations ...............................................................2

Sample of Safety/Serial Number Label ...........................2

Warranty Policy ...............................................................4-5

Section 1: Listing and Code Approvals

A. Appliance Certifi cations.....................................6

B. Mobile Home Approved.....................................6

C. Glass Specifi cations ..........................................6

D. BTU & Effi ciency Specifi cations ........................6

User’s Guide

Section 2: Operating Instructions

A. Your Wood Appliance .......................................7

B. Fire Safety .........................................................8

C. Overfi ring ...........................................................8

D. Combustible/Non-combustible Material ............8

E. Seasoned Wood................................................8

F. Chimney Fire ..................................................... 8

G. Burning Process ................................................ 9

H. Burn Rate Air Control ........................................10

I. Burn Rates and Operating Effi ciency ................10

J. Correct Baffl e & Blanket Placement ..................11

K. Building a Fire ...................................................12

L. Wood Fuel & Storage ........................................13

M. Blower Control Box Snap Disc Operations .......14

N. Blower Operating Instructions ...........................14

O. Clear Space ......................................................15

P. Frequently Asked Questions .............................15

Q. Opacity (Smoke) ...............................................15

R. Quick Start Guide ..............................................16

Section 3: Maintenance and Service

A. Disposal of Ashes .............................................17

B. Chimney & Chimney Connector

Inspection/Cleaning...........................................17

C. Appliance Inspection - Routine .........................17

D. Glass Cleaning ..................................................18

E. Firebrick Inspection & Replacement Instruction 18

F. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide ...............19

Section 4: Troubleshooting Guide .....................21

Section 5: Service Parts Replacement

A. Glass Replacement ...........................................21

B. Snap Disc Replacement....................................21

C. Wiring Diagram .................................................21

D. Blower Replacement .........................................22

E. Baffl e & Ceramic Blanket Removal ...................23

F. Door Handle Assembly .....................................23

G. Tube Channel Assembly Replacement .............24

Installer’s Guide

Section 6: Getting Started

A. Design, Installation & Location

Considerations ..................................................25

B. Draft ..................................................................25

C. Negative Pressure.............................................26

D. Locating Your Appliance and Chimney .............27

E. Chimney Termination Requirements.................27

F. 2-10-3 Rule .......................................................28

G. Tools and Supplies Needed ..............................29

H. Fire Safety .........................................................29

I. Inspect Appliance and Components

and Pre-Burn Checklist .....................................29

Section 7: Dimensions and Clearances

A. Appliance Dimensions.......................................30

B. Clearances to Combustibles (UL and ULC)

and Hearth Protection Requirements ................31-32

C. Alternate Floor Protection Calculation...............33

Section 8: Chimney Systems

A. Venting Systems ...............................................34

B. Inspections ........................................................34

C. Larger Chimneys ...............................................34

D. Masonry Chimney .............................................34-35

E. Metal Heat Circulating Chimney........................36

F. Prefabricated Metal Chimney ............................36

G. Securing Chimney Components .......................37

H. Altering the Fireplace ........................................37

I. Factory-Built Solid Fuel Fireplaces ...................37

J. Ovalizing Round Stainless Steel Liners ............38

K. Chimney Height / Rise and Run ........................38

Section 9: Appliance Set-up

A. Outside Air Kit Installation .................................39

B. Securing Stove Pipe/Liner to Flue Collar ..........40

C. Optional Offset Adapter Installation ..................40

D. Securing Appliance to Stove Pipe/Liner ............41

E. Standard Surround & Cast Trim, .......................41

Section 10: Moble Home Installation .................42

Section 11: Reference Materials

Service Parts & Accessories .....................................43-46

Service Maintenance Log..........................................47

Contact Information ................................................... 48

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Warranty Period Heatilator ECO-CHOICE

Appliances

Components Covered

Parts Labor Pellet EPA Wood

1 year X X

All parts and material except as covered by

Conditions, Exclusions, and Limitations listed

3 years X Firepots and burnpots

3 years 1 year X X Castings

5 years 3 years X Manifold tubes

5 years 3 years X X Firebox and heat exchanger

90 days X X

All replacement parts beyond warranty period

See conditions, exclusions,and limitations on next page

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Hearth & Home Technologies Inc.

HEATILATOR ECO-CHOICE WARRANTY

Hearth & Home Technologies Inc., on behalf of its hearth brands (“HHT”), extends the following warranty for ECO­CHOICE by heatilator wood and pellet hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer.

WARRANTY COVERAGE:

HHT warrantes to the original owner of the HHT appliance at the site of installation, and to any transferree taking own­ership of the appliance at the site of installation within two years following the date of original purchase, that the HHT
appliance will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture. After installation, if cov­ered components manufactured by HHT are found to be defective in materials or workmanship during the applicable
warranty period, HHT will, at its option, repair or replace the covered components. HHT, at its own discretion, may fully
discharge all of its obligations under such warranties by replacing the product itself or refunding the verifi ed purchase
price of the product itself. The maximum amount recoverable under this warranty is limited to the purchaser price of
the product. This warranty is subject to conditions, exclusions and limitations as described below.

WARRANTY PERIOD:

Warranty coverage begins on the date of original purchase. In the case of new home construction, warranty coverage
begins on the date of fi rst occupancy of the dwelling or six months after the sale of the product by an independent,
authorized HHT dealer/distributor, whichever occurs earlier. The warranty shall commence no later than 24 months
following the date of product shipment from HHT, regardless of the installation or occupancy date. The warranty period
for parts and labor for covered components is produced in the following table.

7014-212B 1-10-11

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Heatilator • ECO-WINS18 • 7065-132 • June 13 2011

WARRANTY COVERAGE:

• This warranty only covers HHT appliances that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor. A list of
HHT authorized dealers is available on th HHT branded websites.

• This warranty is only valid while the HHT appliance remains at the site of original installation.

• Contact your installing dealer for warranty service. If the installing dealer is unable to provide necessary parts, contact
the nearest HHT authorized dealer or supplier. Additional service fees may apply if you are seeking warranty service
from a dealer other than the dealer from whom you originally purchased the product.

• Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call. Travel and shipping charges
for parts are not covered by this warranty.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS:

This warranty does not cover the following:

• Changes in surface fi nishes as a result of normal use. As a heating appliance, some changes in color of interior and
exterior surface fi nishes may occur. This is not a fl aw and is not covered under warranty.

• Damage to printed, plated, or enameled surfaces caused by fi ngerprints, accidents, misuse, scratches, melted items,
or other external sources and residues left on the plated surfaces from the use of abrasive cleaners or polishes.

• Repair or replacment of parts that are subject to normal wear and tear during the warranty period. These parts include:
paint, wood, pellet and coal gaskets; fi rebricks; grates; fl ame guides; light bulbs; batteries and the discoloration of
glass.

• Minor expansion, contraction, or movement of certain parts causing noise. These conditions are normal and com­plaints related to this noise are not covered by this warranty.

• Damages resulting from: (1) failure to install, operate, or maintain the appliance in accordance with the installation
instructions, operating instructions, and listing agent identifi cation label furnished with the appliance; (2) failure to
install the appliance in accordance with local building codes; (3) shipping or improper handling; (4) improper operation,
abuse, misuse, continued operation with damaged, corroded or failed components, accident, or improperly/incorrectly
performed repairs; (5) environmental conditions, inadequate ventilation, negative pressure, or drafting caused by tightly
sealed constructions, insuffi cient make-up air supply, or handling devices such as exhaust fans or forced air furnaces
or other such causes; (6) use of fuels other than those specifi ed in the operating instructions; (7) installation or use of
components not supplied with the appliance or any other components not expressly authorized and approved by HHT;
(8) modifi cation of the appliance not expressly authorized and approved by HHT in writing; and/or (9) interruptions or
fl uctuations of electrical power supply to the appliance.

• Non-HHT venting components, hearth components or other accessories used in conjunction with the appliance.

• Any part of a pre-existing fi replace system in which an insert or a decorative gas appliance is installed.

• HHT’s obligation under this warranty does not extend to the appliances’ capability to heat the desired space. Informa­tion is provided to assist the consumer and the dealer in selecting the proper appliance for the application. Consider­ation must be given to appliance location and confi guration, environmental conditions, insulation and air tightness of
the structure.

This warranty is void if:

• The appliance has been over-fi red or operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine, fl uorine, or other damaging
chemicals. Overfi ring can be identifi ed by, but not limited to, warped plates or tubes, rust colored cast iron, bubbling,
cracking and discoloration of steel or enamel fi nishes.

• The appliance is subjected to prolonged periods of dampness or condensation.

• There is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but
not limited to improper chimney or venting installation.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS:

• The owner’s exclusive remedy and HHT’s sole obligation under this warranty, under any other warranty, express or
implied, or in contract, tort or otherwise, shall be limited to replacement, repair, or refund, as specifi ed above. In no
event will HHT be liable for any incidiental or consequential damages caused by defects in the appliance. Some states
do not allow exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specifi ce rights; you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. EXCEPT TO
THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY
SPECIFIED HEREIN. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE EX­PRESSED WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE.

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1

Listing and Code Approvals

A. Appliance Certifi cation

Model:

Laboratory: Intertek

Report No:

Type:

Standard: UL1482 and ULC S628-93 and

NOTE: This installation must conform with local codes. In the
absence of local codes you must comply with the UL1482,
(UM) 84-HUD and NPFA211 in the U.S.A. and the ULC S628­93 and CAN/CSA-B365 Installation Codes in Canada.

The Heatilatro ECO-WINS18 meets the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency’s 1990 particulate emission standards.

Intertek Testing Laboratory is a National Recognized
Test Lab (NRTL) approved by OSHA.

ECO-WINS18

100398890PRT-001

Solid Fuel Type, Listed Room Heater

(UM) 84-HUD, Mobile Home
Approved.

B. Mobile Home Approved

• This appliance is approved for mobile home installa­tions when not installed in a sleeping room and when
an outside combustion air inlet is provided.

• The structural integrity of the mobile home fl oor, ceil­ing, and walls must be maintained.

• The appliance must be properly grounded to the
frame of the mobile home with #8 copper ground
wire, and use only listed double-wall connector pipe.

• Outside Air Kit, part OAK-ACC must be installed in a
mobile home installation.

C. Glass Specifi cations

This stove is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass. Replace
glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please contact your
dealer for replacement glass.

D. BTU & Effi ciency Specifi cations

EPA Certifi ed:

Effi ciency:

BTU Output:

Heating Capacity:

Vent Size:

Firebox Size:

Max Wood Length:

Fuel:

Shipping Weight:

2.6 grams per hour

88%

10,900 to 22,600 / hr

1,130 to 2,060 sq ft depend­ing on climate zone

6 inches

2.0 cubic feet

18 inches

Cord Wood

337 lbs

WARNING

Fire Risk.

Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, and the warranty will be
voided by, the following actions:

• Installation and use of any damaged appliance.

• Modifi cation of the appliance.

• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.

• Installation and/or use of any component part not approved
by Hearth & Home Technologies.

• Ope rat ing ap pli ance witho ut ful ly ass emb ling all
components.

• Operating appliance without legs attached (if supplied with
unit).

• Do NOT Overfi re - If appliance or chimney connector glows,
you are overfi ring.

Any such action that may cause a fi re hazard.

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage.

For assistance or additional information, consult a qualifi ed
installer, service agency or your dealer.

NOTE: Hearth & Home Technologies, manufacturer of
this appliance, reserves the right to alter its products,
their specifi cations and/or price without notice.

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ECO-CHOICE is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home
Technologies.

Operating Instructions

2

NOTICE: If you expect that children may come into contact with this appliance, we recommend a
barrier such as a decorative screen. See your dealer for suggestions.

A. Your Wood Appliance

WARNING! DO NOT operate appliance before reading and understanding operating instructions.

Failure to operate appliance according to operating instructions could cause fi re or injury.

User Guide

WARNING

HOT SURFACES!

Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation AND cool down.

Hot glass will cause burns.

• DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled

• NEVER allow children to touch glass

• Keep children away

• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as appliance.

• Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other fl ammable materials.

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable materials away.

POWER CORD

Figure 7.1 General Operating Parts

SURROUND & TRIM SET

BURN RATE
CONTROL

DOOR HANDLE

SERIAL LABEL

BLOWER CONTROL
PANEL

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B. Fire Safety

To provide reasonable fi re safety, the following should be
given serious consideration:

1. Install at least one smoke detector on each fl oor of
your home to ensure your safety. They should be
located away from the heating appliance and close
to the sleeping areas. Follow the smoke detector
manufacturer’s placement and installation instructions,
and be sure to maintain regularly.

2. A conveniently located Class A fi re extinguisher.

3. A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two
escape routes.

4. In the event of a chimney fi re:

a. Prepare occupants for immediate evacuation
b. Notify fi re department

C. Overfi ring

WARNING! Risk of Fire!

Do not over-fi re.
Over-fi ring may ignite creosote or will damage the

stove and chimney.
To prevent over-fi ring your stove, DO NOT:

• Use fl ammable liquids

• Overload with wood

• Burn trash or large amounts of scrap lumber

• Permit too much air to the fi re

1. Symptoms of Over-Firing

Symptoms of over-fi ring may include one or more of the
following:

• Chimney connector or appliance glowing

• Roaring, rumbling noises

• Loud cracking or banging sounds

• Metal warping

• Chimney fi re

2. What To Do if Your Stove is Over-Firing

• Immediately close the door and air controls to reduce

air supply to the fi re.

• If you suspect a chimney fi re, call the fi re department

and evacuate your house.

• Contact your local chimney professional and have

your stove and stove pipe inspected for any damage.

• Do not use your stove until the chimney professional

informs you it is safe to do so.

Hearth & Home Technologies WILL NOT warranty stoves
that exhibit evidence of over-fi ring. Evidence of over-fi ring
includes, but is not limited to:

• Warped air tube

• Deteriorated refractory brick retainers

• Deteriorated baffl e and other interior components

D. Combustible/Non-combustible Materials

• Combustible Material

Material made of or surfaced with wood, compressed

paper, plant fi bers, plastics, or any material capable
of igniting and burning, whether fl ame-proofed or not,
plastered or unplastered.

• Non-combustible Material

Material which will not ignite and burn. Such materials are

those consisting entirely of steel, iron, brick, tile, slate,
glass or plasters, or any combination thereof.

• Non-combustible Sealant Material

Sealants which will not ignite and burn: Rutland, Inc.

Fireplace Mortar #63, Rutland 76R, Nuflex 304, GE
RTV106 or GE RTB116 (or equivalent).

E. Seasoned Wood

Burn only dry seasoned wood.

• Store wood under cover, out of the rain and snow.

• Dry and well-seasoned wood will not only minimize the
chance of creosote formation, but will give you the most
effi cient fi re.

• Even dry wood contains at least 15% moisture by weight,
and should be burned hot enough to keep the chimney
hot for as long as it takes to dry the wood out - about one
hour.

• It is a waste of energy to burn unseasoned wood of any
kind.

Dead wood lying on the forest fl oor should be considered wet,
and requires full seasoning time.

• Standing dead wood can be considered to be about 2/3
seasoned.

• To tell if wood is dry enough to burn, check the ends of
the logs.

• If there are cracks radiating in all directions from the center,
it is dry.

• If your wood sizzles in the fi re, even though the surface
is dry, it may not be fully cured.

F. Chimney Fire

WARNING! Risk of Fire! A chimney fi re can permanently
damage your chimney system and nearby structures.

In the event of a chimney fi re, Hearth & Home Technolo­gies Inc. recommends

• Replacement of the chimney, and

• Inspection of the adjacent structure to the provisions of
NFPA Level III inspection criteria

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G. Burning Process

In recent years there has been an increasing concern about
air quality. Much of the blame for poor air quality has been
placed on the burning of wood for home heating.

In order to improve the situation, we have developed cleaner­burning wood appliances that surpass the requirements for
emissions established by our governing agencies.

These wood appliances must be properly operated in order
to ensure that they perform the way they are designed to
perform.

2. Second Stage

In the secondary stage wood gives off fl ammable gases which
burn above the fuel with bright fl ames.

During this stage of burning:

• The fl ames must be maintained and not allowed to go out
to ensure the cleanest possible fi re.

• If the fl ames tend to go out, it is set too low for your burn-

ing conditions.

The air control located at the upper right hand corner is used to
adjust for burn rates. This is called the Burn Rate Air Control.

Figure 10.1 on page 10.

NOTICE: Improper operation can turn any wood appli-
ance into a smoldering environmental hazard.

1. Kindling or First Stage

It helps to know a little about the actual process of burning in
order to understand what goes on inside the appliance. The
fi rst stage of burning is called the kindling stage.

In this stage:

• Wood is heated to a temperature high enough to evapo-

rate the moisture present in all wood.

• Wood will reach the boiling point of water (212°F) and will

not get any hotter until the water is evaporated.

This process takes heat from the coals and tends to cool the
appliance.

Fire requires three things to burn:

• Fuel

• Air

• Heat

If heat is robbed from the appliance during the drying stage,
the new load of wood has reduced the chances for a good
clean burn.

It is always best to burn dry, seasoned fi rewood. When the
wood isn’t dry, you must open the air controls and burn at a
high burn setting for a longer time to start it burning.

The heat generated from the fi re should be warming your
home and establishing the fl ue draft, not evaporating the mois­ture out of wet, unseasoned wood, resulting in wasted heat.

3. Final Stage

The fi nal stage of burning is the charcoal stage. This occurs
when the fl ammable gases have been mostly burned and
only charcoal remains. This is a naturally clean portion of
the burn. The coals burn with hot blue fl ames.

• It is very important to reload your appliance while enough

lively hot coals remain in order to provide the amount of
heat needed to dry and rekindle the next load of wood.

• It is best to open the Burn Rate Air Control before reload-

ing. This livens up the coalbed and reduces excessive
emissions (opacity/smoke). Figure 10.1 on page 10.

• Open door slowly so that ash or smoke does not exit ap­pliance through opening.

Break up any large chunks and distribute the coals so

•

that the new wood is laid on hot coals.

Air quality is important to all of us, and if we choose to use
wood to heat our homes we should do so responsibly.

We need to learn to burn in the cleanest way possible al­lowing us to continue using our wood appliances for many
years to come.

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H. Burn Rate Air Control

• The air supply enters at the upper front of the fi rebox,

near the top of the glass door.

• This preheated air supplies the necessary fresh oxygen

to mix with the unburned gases, helping to create sec­ond, third and fourth combustions

• This air is regulated by the Burn Rate Air Control.

• There are four settings High, Medium-High, Medium-Low

and Low.

• When the control is raised all the way up it is on the High

setting and when pushed all the down it is on the Low
setting. Figure 10.1.

-HIGH

-MEDIUM HIGH

-MEDIUM

-LOW

I. Burn Rates and Operating Effi ciency

For maximum operating effi ciency

1. Follow the instructions below for each burn rate for the
Burn Rate Air Control. Figure 10.1.

2. Burn dry, well-seasoned wood.

Burn Rates

1. Starting a Fire

• Open the Burn Rate Air Control by raising it all the way

to the top for the High setting.

• The blower tends to cool the appliance. Leave the blower

off until the burn is well established, i.e., 30 minutes.

• After loading the appliance with wood and starting the

fi re, set the Burn Rate Air Controls to the desired setting
by following the burn rate instructions below.

2. High Burn Rate - Maximum Heat* - 30,000+ BTU/hr

•

Raise the Burn Rate Air Control all the way up until it
stops (top marker) to a fully open position.

•

Be sure and monitor the fi re closely while in this setting to
avoid overfi ring your stove.

3.

Medium-High Burn Rate* - 15,000 to 30,000 BTU/hr

• Raise the Burn Rate Air Control to the Medium High

marker.

4.

Medium-Low Burn Rate* - 10,000 to 15,000 BTU/hr

Blower may remain on.

• Raise the Burn Rate Air Control to the Medium marker.

Leave the blower off until the burn is well established,
i.e., 30 minutes.

5. Low Burn Rate* - Below 10,000 BTU/hr

• Leave the Burn Rate Air Control at the bottom marker.

Leave the blower off until the burn is well established,
i.e., 30 minutes.

Figure 10.1 - Burn Rate Air Control

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*NOTE:

These are approximate settings, and will vary with
type of wood or chimney draft. Due to altitude and other
environmental circumstances, this operational information is
a guideline only.

J. Correct Baffl e & Blanket Placement

Ceramic Blanket

Back of Firebox

Baffle Board

Ceramic Blanket

Back of Firebox

Baffle Board

WARNING

Fire Risk

Improper baffl e placement may cause:

• Overheating of fi rebox

• Overheating the chimney
Baffl e must be placed properly (see instructions)
Replace baffl e if damaged or missing.

INCORRECT POSITIONS

NOTE: A missing, damaged or improperly positioned baffl e
is dangerous and may cause damage and poor effi ciency.
It will also void your warranty.

Note: This are generic drawings and may
not represent your specifi c model.

CORRECT POSITION

Ceramic Blanket and Baffl e Board are NOT
in contact with the back of the fi rebox.

Ceramic Blanket is NOT in contact with the
back of the fi rebox and NOT even with the
Baffl e Board in the front.

Ceramic Blanket and Baffl e Board MUST be
in contact with the back of the fi rebox and
even with each other in the front.

Figure 12.1 - Correct Baffl e and Blanket Positions Figure 12.2 - Incorrect Baffl e and Blanket Positions

Ceramic Blanket is bunched up at the back
of the fi rebox and NOT even with the Baffl e
Board in the front.

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K. Building A Fire

WARNING

Fire Risk.

Keep combustible materials, gasoline
and other fl ammable vapors and liquids
clear of appliance.

• Do NOT store fl ammable materials in the appliance’s
vicinity.

• DO NOT USE GASOLINE, LANTERN FUEL,
KEROSENE, 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.

• Combustible materials may ignite.

Before lighting your fi rst fi re in the appliance:

1. Confi rm the baffl e and ceramic blanket are correctly posi­tioned. See page 11 for detailed diagrams. They should be
even with the front tube and resting on both tubes. Figure

12.1.

2. Remove all labels from glass.

There are many ways to build a fi re. The basic principle is to
light easily-ignitable tinder or paper, which ignites the fast burn­ing kindling, which in turn ignites the slow-burning fi rewood.
Here is one method that works well:

1. Raise

2. Place several wads of crushed paper on the fi rebox fl oor.

3. Lay small dry sticks of kindling on top of the paper.

4. Make sure that no matches or other combustibles are in

5. Light the paper in the appliance. NEVER light or rekindle

6. Once the kindling is burning quickly, add several full-length

7. Once there is an established bed of coals, set the Burn

8. If you have installed the optional blower, please note that

the Burn Rate Air Control to the High Setting.

Heating the fl ue with slightly crumpled newspaper before
adding kindling keeps smoke to a minimum.

the immediate area of the appliance. Be sure the room is
ventilated and the fl ue unobstructed.

fi re with kerosene, gasoline, or charcoal lighter fl uid; the
results can be fatal.

logs 3 to 4 inches (76 to 102mm) in diameter. Be careful
not to smother the fi re. Stack the pieces of wood 1/2 inch
to 1 inch apart; near enough to keep each other hot, but
far enough away from each other to allow air fl ow between
them.

Rate Air Control to the desired setting following the instruc­tions found in the Section: Burn Rates and Operating
Effi ciency.

the blower tends to cool the appliance. Leave the blower
off until the burn is well established, i.e., 30 minutes.

9. When ready to reload, It is best to set the Burn Rate Air Control
in the High position before reloading.

• This livens up the coalbed and reduces excessive emissions
(opacity/smoke).

• Open door slowly so that ash or smoke does not exit appliance
through opening.

• Large logs burn slowly, holding a fi re longer.

Small logs burn fast and hot, giving quick heat.

•

10.

As long as there are hot coals, repeating steps 6 through 8 will
maintain a continuous fi re throughout the season.

NOTE:

• Build fi re on brick fi rebox fl oor only.

• Do NOT use grates or other methods to support fuel.
It will adversely affect emissions.

CAUTION

Odors and vapors released during initial operation.

• Curing of high temperature paint.

• Open windows for air circulation.

Odors may be irritating to sensitive individuals.

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L. Wood Fuel & Storage

WARNING

Fire Risk.

• DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE

FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPTHA OR
ENGINE OIL.

Moisture

The majority of the problems appliance owners experience
are caused by trying to burn wet, unseasoned wood.

• Wet, unseasoned wood requires energy to evaporate the
water instead of heating your home, and

• Causes evaporating moisture which cools your chimney,
accelerating formation of creosote.

• DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO START A
FIRE.

• Do NOT burn treated wood or wood with salt (driftwood).

• May generate carbon monooxide if burn material other

than wood.

May result in illness or possible death.

Hardwood vs Softwood

Your appliance performance depends on the quality of the
fi rewood you use.

• Seasoned wood contains about 8,000 BTUs per pound .

• Hard woods are more dense than soft woods.

• Hard woods contain 60% more BTUs than soft woods.

• Hard woods require more time to season, burn slower and
are harder to ignite.

• Soft woods require less time to dry, burn faster and are
easier to ignite.

• Start the fi re with softwood to bring the appliance up to
operating temperature and to establish draft.

• Add hardwood for slow, even heat and longer burn time.

Soft woods Hard woods

• Douglas Fir • Oak

• Pine • Maple

• Spruce • Apple

• Cedar • Birch

• Poplar

• Aspen

• Alder

Processed Solid Fuel Fire Logs

• NOT permitted for use in this appliance

WARNING

Fire Risk.

• Do NOT burn wet or green wood.

• Store wood in dry location.

• Stack wood so both ends are exposed to air.

Wet, unseasoned wood can cause accumulation of
creosote.

Seasoned Wood

• Cut logs to size

• Split to 6 inches (152 mm) or less in diameter

• Air dry to a moisture content of not more than 20%

- Soft wood - about nine months to dry

- Hard wood - about eighteen months to dry

NOTICE: Seasoning time may vary depending on drying

conditions.

Storing Wood

Steps to ensure properly seasoned wood:

• Stack wood to allow air to circulate freely around and
through woodpile.

• Elevate wood pile off ground to allow air circulation
underneath.

• Smaller pieces of wood dry faster. Any piece over 6 in.
(152 mm) in diameter should be split.

• Wood (whole or split) should be stacked so both ends of
each piece are exposed to air. More drying occurs through
the cut ends than the sides.

• Store wood under cover to prevent water absorption
from rain or snow. Avoid covering the sides and ends
completely.

WARNING

Fire Risk

Do NOT store wood:

• In front of the appliance.

• In space required for loading or ash
removal.

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M. Blower Control Box & Snap Disc

Operating Instructions

1. The blower will turn on/off automatically when set to
AUTO. Figure 14.1.

2. When set to MANUAL, the fan will turn on/off only when
you turn it on or off. This setting over-rides the internal
snap disc.

3. Blower Controls are located on bottom left of appliance.

N. Blower Operating Instructions

1. Initial (cold) startup: Raise the Burn Rate Air Control

all the way up to the High setting.

cool the appliance. Leave the blower off until the burn is
well established, i.e., 30 minutes.

2. High Burn Setting: Raise the Burn Rate Air Control all

the way up to the High setting. The blower may remain

on.

3. Medium or Medium High Burn Setting: Burn Rate Air
Control is closed then opened to 1 inch (pull up). The
blower may remain on.

4. Medium Low Burn Setting: Burn Rate Air Control is
closed then opened to 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch (pull up).
Leave the blower off for the fi rst 30 minutes until the burn
is well established.

5. Low Burn Setting: Burn Rate Air Control is closed
(down position).
utes until the burn is well established.

NOTE: For maximum effi ciency and lowest emissions,
when operating the blower in either the automatic or
manual setting for the low and medium low burn settings
leave the blower off until the burn is well established, i.e.,
30 minutes,

Leave the blower off for the fi rst 30 min-

The blower tends to

When reloading the appliance, raise the Burn Rate Air
Control all the wall to the High setting for 5 to 15 minutes
before setting to the desired burn rate.

6. The blower is equipped with a rheostat (speed control).
The highest blower speed is obtained by turning the
rheostat on, then adjusting back towards “OFF” as far as
possible without turning the blower off. For a low blower
speed, turn the control knob clockwise as far as possible

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Figure 14.1

O. Clear Space

Maintain 4 ft (1.22m) clearance to
combustible in front of appliance

• Do NOT place combustible objects within 4 ft (1.2 m) of
the front of fi replace. Figure 15.1.

WARNING

Fire Risk.

• Do NOT place combustible objects within 48

inches in front of the appliance.

• High temperatures may ignite clothing, furniture or

draperies.

Q. Opacity (Smoke)

Opacity is the measure of how cleanly your appliance is
burning.

Opacity is measured in percent:

• 100% opacity is when an object is totally obscured by

the smoke column from a chimney, and

• 0% opacity means that no smoke column can be seen.

As you become familiar with your appliance, you should
periodically check the opacity. This will allow you to know
how to burn as nearly smoke-free as possible (goal of 0%
opacity).

NOTICE!

Do NOT operate a circulating fan within close prox­imity, approximately 4 ft (1.2m), of appliance

• Can reverse air fl ow, blowing hot air into appli­ance cavity.

• Can damage appliance blower due to overheat­ing.

Figure 15.1 - Clear Space

P. Frequently Asked Questions

ISSUES SOLUTIONS

Odor from appliance When fi rst operated, this appliance may release an odor for the fi rst several hours. This is

caused by the curing of the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing.

Metallic noise Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to

Whirring sound The blower may produce a whirring sound which increases in volume as the speed is

the sound produced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect the operation or
longevity of the appliance.

increased.

Odors and vapors released during initial operation.

Odors may be irritating to sensitive individuals.

CAUTION

• Curing of high temperature paint.

• Open windows for air circulation.

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