Wolf Appliance Company Etna, Vesuv, Meru User Manual
Installation / Operator /
Maintenance Manual for
Etna, Elbrus, Vesuv & Meru
Manufactured by: Imported by:
Frohnhof 9 PO Box 120
91580 Petersaurach Pound Ridge, NY
Germany USA
T: ++49 9802 951473 T: 914 764 5679
F: ++ 49 9802 9589909 F: 614 764 0465
www.wolf-bavaria.com www.wittus.com
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Installation / Operator / Maintenance Manual
VESUV
Model: 0400 (Glass Sims)
Model: 0402 (Tile Sims)
ELBRUS
Model: 0200
ETNA
Model: 0300 (Glass Sims)
Model: 0302 (Tile Sims)
MERU
Model: 0901 (Tiles)
Model 0902 (Soap Stone)
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IMPORTANT!
CAUTION: Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater. For your safety, follow these
installation, operation and maintenance instructions exactly, without deviation. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result.
Contact your local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
1. If using an older chimney, it must be inspected for adequate serviceability. Refer to Chimney Inspection on page 11 of
this manual.
2. The minimum clearances must be maintained for all combustible surfaces and materials, including furniture, carpet,
drapes, clothing, wood, papers, etc. Do not store firewood within this clearance space. Failure to maintain clearances to
all combustible materials may result in a house fire.
3. This appliance requires non-combustible floor protection as outlined in this manual (see Floor Protection on page 9 for
additional information).
4. Minimum ceiling height must be 7 feet (213 cm) (measured from base of appliance to ceiling).
5. DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE THAT IS CONNECTED TO ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
6. Do not connect this appliance to air ducts or any air distribution system.
7. PREVENT CREOSOTE FIRE: Inspect and clean chimney frequently. Under certain conditions of use, creosote build -
up can occur rapidly. Inspect chimney connector and chimney twice monthly and clean if necessary. Using green or inadequately seasoned wood can greatly increase creosote build-up. Use dry wood only to minimize creosote build-up.
8. USE SOLID WOOD FUEL ONLY: This appliance is approved for burning dry, seasoned, natural wood only. CAU-
TION: BURN UNTREATED WOOD ONLY. DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS, SUCH AS
GASOLINE, NAPHTHA OR ENGINE OIL.
9. Never use gasoline, gasoline-type 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 heater while it is in use.
10. DO NOT OVERFIRE: If heater or chimney connector glows, you are overfiring. Overfiring this appliance could cause
a house fire. Overfiring is a condition where the appliance is operated at temperatures above its design capabilities.
Overfiring can be caused by improper installation, improper operation, lack of maintenance or improper fuel usage.
Damage caused from overfiring is NOT covered under the manufacturer’s limited warranty.
11. NEVER LEAVE AN UNATTENDED WOODSTOVE BURNING ON HIGH. Operation of the woodstove with the
primary air control at its highest burn rate setting for extended periods can cause dangerous overfiring conditions. The
primary air control should only be positioned at the highest setting during start-up procedures and for short durations.
If leaving the woodstove unattended, ensure that the primary air control is set to the low or medium low range.
12. Use the metal ash drawer only to dispose of ashes.
13. IN THE EVENT OF A COMPONENT FAILURE, USE ONLY COMPONENTS PROVIDED BY THE MANUFA C-
TURER AS REPLACEMENT PARTS.
14. Burning any kind of fue l uses oxygen from the dwelling. Be sure that you allow an adequate source of fresh air into the
room where the woodstove is operating (see Ventilation and Fresh Air on page 9).
15. CAUTION: HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. An appliance hot enough to warm your home can severely burn anyone
touching it. Keep children, clothing and furniture away. Contact may cause skin burns. Do not let children touch the
appliance. Train them to stay a safe distance from the unit.
16. Do not operate this appliance without the firebox baffle brick properly installed.
17. Build fires directly upon the brick surface inside the woodstove. Do not use grates, irons or any other method to elevate
the fire.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
See the listing label located on the back of woodstove (or see Safety on page 18).
It is highly recommended to install a smoke detector in the home when installing a wood stove.
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Congratulations on the purchase of your new woodstove manufactured by Wolf Bavaria in
Germany.
When you purchased your new woodstove, you joined the ranks of thousands of concerned individuals whose answer to
their home heating needs reflects their concern for aesthetics, efficiency and our environment. We extend our continued
support to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoyment available from your new German woodstove.
It is our goal at Wolf Bavaria to provide you, our valued customer, with an appliance that will provide you with years of
trouble-free warmth and pleasure.
Thank you for selecting a Wolf Bavaria Products woodstove as the answer to your home heating needs.
Sincerely,
All of us at Wolf Bavaria
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Planning Your Installation 7
1.1 Questions to Ask Local Building Officials 7
1.2 Smoke Detectors 7
1.3 Selecting a Location 7
1.4 Clearance from Combustible Walls 8
1.5 Floor Protection 9
1.6 Ventilation 9
1.7 Fresh Air 9
2. Installation 10
2.1 Installing Marble Accents 10
2.2 Baffle Bricks 10
2.3 Types of Chimneys 11
2.4 Acceptable Connector Pipe for Installations 11
2.5 Chimney Inspection 11
2.6 Chimney Height Requirements 12
2.7 Draft Requirements 12
2.8 Combustible Wall Chimney Connector Pass-Throughs 14
3. User’s Guide 15
3.1 Hand Protection 15
3.2 Technical Data and Dimensions 15
3.3 Delivery 17
3.4 Unpacking 17
3.5 Acceptable Fuel 18
4. Safety (Please read, very important!!!) 18
5. Fresh Air Supply 19
6. Operating Your Woodstove 20
6.1 Regulating the Heat 20
6.2 Door 21
7. Heating Operation 22
7.1 First Use 22
7.2 Starting a Fire 22
7.3 Environmentally Safe Heating 23
7.4 Adding Wood 23
7.5 Maximum Fuel Supply 23
7.6 Putting the Fire Out 23
7.7 Heating During Transition Periods 23
8. Cleaning and Maintenance 24
8.1 Door Gasket Seal 24
8.2 Cleaning the Woodstove 24
9. Troubleshooting 25
9.1 Poor Draft Conditions 25
9.2 Woodstove does not give off enough heat 25
9.3 Woodstove gives off too much heat 25
10. Important 25
11. Fire Safety (Please read – VERY IMPORTANT!!!) 25
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12. Warranty 25
13. Replacement Parts List 26
13.1 Replace Tiles 26
13.2 Replace Glass 26
13.2.1 Replace glass and door handle on Etna, Vesuv and Elbrus 26
13.2.2 Replace glass and door handle on Meru 27
13.2.3 Replace baffel bricks on Etna, Vesuv, Elbrus and Meru 28
Testing/Listing
Appliance Type: Solid Fuel Room Heater
U.S. Test Standard: UL 1482
Canadian Test Standard: CAN/ULC-S627
EPA Exemption Certification
Packaging List
(1) Installation / Operation / Instruction Manual
(1) Warranty
(1) Set of Baffle Bricks
(1) Set of Tiles or Soap Stone
(1) Glove
(1) Lever for Secondary Air
Using this Manual
Please read and carefully follow all of the instructions found in this manual. Please pay special attention to the safety
instructions provided in this manual. The Homeowner’s Care and Operation Instructions included here will assure
that you have many years of dependable and enjoyable service from your appliance.
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1. Planning Your Installation
Warning: Check all local building and safety codes before installation. The installation instructions and
1.1 Questions to Ask Local Building Officials
A correct installation is critical and imperative for reducing fire hazards and perilous conditions that can arise when wood
burning appliances are improperly installed. The installer must follow all of the manufacture’s instructions.
The installation of a wood burning appliance must conform to local codes and applicable state and federal requirements.
Familiarity with these requirements before installation is essential. Important considerations to discuss with local building
officials include:
Local restrictions?
Is a permit required – cost?
(You may wish to contact your insurance company to ask if they require this.)
Is outside combustion air required?
Rooms where the installation is not allowed?
1.2 Smoke Detectors
Since there are always several potential sources of fire in any home, we recommend installing smoke detectors. If possible,
install the smoke detector in a hallway adjacent to the room (to reduce the possibility of occasional false activation from the
heat produced by the woodstove). If your local code requires that a smoke detector be installed within the same room, you
must follow the requirements of your local code. Check with your local building department in your area.
Note – This appliance is NOT approved for installation in a manufactured (mobile) home.
1.3 Selecting a Location
The design of your home and where you place your woodstove will determine its value as a source of heat. A woodstove
depends primarily on air circulation (convection) to disperse its heat. Therefore, a central location is often best. There are
other practical considerations, which must be considered before a final selection of location is made.
? Existing Chimneys
? Wood Storage
? Aesthetic Considerations
? Roof Design (Rafter Locations & Roof Pitch)
? Room Traffic
? Proximity to Combustibles
? Electrical Wiring
The installation of this stove will require some research. Once your options are determined, consult with your local building
department as to the necessary installation requirements for your area (Is a building permit required, Rooms where installation may not be allowed, etc.).
appropriate code requirements must be followed exactly and without compromise. Alterations to the
stove are not allowed. Do not connect the stove to a chimney system serving another stove, appliance, or
any air distribution duct. Failure to follow these instructions will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
If you plan to vent your woodstove into an existing masonry chimney, have it inspected by a local fire marshal or qualified
installer. Remember that a woodstove’s performance is heavily influenced by the chimney and its location on the roof. An
oversized flue may not provide effective draw, and a flue liner may be required (see Draft Requirements , page 12). Consult
your dealer or qualified installer before final selection is made.
This woodstove requires pre-installation, including the preparation of the floor and appropriate hearth pad for acceptance of
outside air (if applicable), and modifications for flue and chimney.
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1.4 Clearance from Combustible Walls
There are listed clearances for your stove which were determined in a laboratory test, using various “classes” of stove pipe
or chimney. Minimums are first established for the stove itself and then increased, based on how much heat is transferred
by each class of pipe.
Residential Standard (not approved for manufactured [mobile] homes)
Using single wall pipe connector to the top of the woodstove.
Clearances – USA & Canada (inches / millimeters)
A: 18 / 460 C: 18 / 460 E: 18 / 460
B: 15 / 380 D: 15 / 380
B C D
A E
D
PROTECTED WALL CLEARANCE
If the woodstove is installed adjacent to a protected wall system, the variance must be approved by your local building
official. Normally, the protected wall system is defined as a non-combustible material, with a minimum of 1” air space
behind it. Check your local building codes or consult a qualified installer (Ref. NFPA 211).
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1.5 Floor Protection
This appliance requires a non-combustible floor protection to protect against burning embers. If the floor is to be stone, tile,
brick, etc., it must be mortared or grouted to form a continuous, non-combustible surface. If a chimney connector extends
horizontally over the floor, protection must cover the floor under the connector and at least 2” (51 mm) to either side.
The floor protection must extend completely beneath the woodstove and to the front, sides, and rear as indicated.
USA REQUIREMENTS
16” minimum to the front of the glass door
8” (203 mm) minimum beyond the sides of the door opening
0” minimum to the back of the stove body
CANADA REQUIREMENTS
18” (457 mm) minimum to the front of the glass door
8” (203 mm) minimum beyond the sides of the door opening
8” (203 mm) minimum to the back of the stove body
1.6 Ventilation
(Residential homes which do not require an outside air inlet). Ventilation is essential when using a solid fuel woodstove.
The combustion process uses oxygen from inside the home, and it may be necessary to open a window or install a vent to
provide fresh air in a house that is well insulated.
1.7 Fresh Air
In all manufactured homes and in many site-built residences (subject to local code), a woodstove may require outside air for
combustion. A Ø120 mm outside air floor duct is available through your dealer.
This woodstove can take in outside air directly through the base. This type of installation requires a hole through the floor
protector and the use of an outside air floor duct to penetrate into the air space below the home.
The possible effects of room air starvation, icing, exhaust fans, etc. and the need for adequate ventilation.
The following is not mandatory, but may be included for information. Provision for outside combustion air may be necessary to ensure that fuel-burning appliances do not discharge combustion products into the house. Guidelines to determine
the need for additional combustion air may not be adequate for every situation. If in doubt, it is advisable to provide additional air.
a) Outside combustion air may be required if:
1. The solid-fuel-fired appliance does not draw steadily, smoke rollout occurs, fuel burns poorly, or back-drafts occur, whether or not there is combustion present.
2. Existing fuel-fired equipment in the house, such as fireplaces or other heating appliances, smell, do not operate
properly, suffer smoke roll-out when opened, or back-draft, whether or not there is combustion present.
3. Opening a window slightly on a calm (windless) day alleviates any of the above symptoms.
4. The house is equipped with a well-sealed vapor barrier and tight fitting windows and/or has any powered devices
that exhaust house air.
5. There is excessive condensation on windows in the winter.
6. A ventilation system is installed in the house.
If these or other indications suggest that infiltration air is inadequate, additional combustion air should be provided from the
outdoors. Outside combustion air can be provided to the appliance by the following means:
1. Direct connection: appliances can only use direct connection of outside combustion air if they are certified for this
type of installation. Installations shall comply with the manufacturer's instructions.
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