Century CJW2500X SERIES User manual

Read this entire manual before you install and use your fireplace insert.
If not properly installed, a house fire may result.
To reduce the risk of fire, follow the installation instructions.
Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage,
bodily injury, or even death.
Contact local building, fire officials or authorities having
jurisdiction about permits, restrictions and installation
inspection requirements in your area.
This unit is not mobile home approved.
SAFETY NOTICE
P/N S19742 Rev. 2
OWNERS MANUAL
MODEL CJW2500X SERIES
EPA APPROVED HIGH EFFICIENCY AIR TIGHT
INSERT
FOR INSTALLATION IN MASONRY FIREPLACES ONLY
Made in
CANADA
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
THIS APPLIANCE IS
MANUFACTURED FOR A 6"(152mm) DIA
CHIMNEY CONNECTION.
(See Page 6)

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Product Serial Number Model Number
Model and product serial number can be found on the certification label of your
stove.
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Date Of Purchase
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Monday to Friday. 8:30 am - 5:00 pm E.S.T

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CAUTION
After reading these instructions if you have any doubt about your ability to
complete your installation in a professional like manner you should obtain the
services of an installer versed in all aspects as to the correct and safe
installation DO NOT use temporary makeshift compromises during installation.
ABOUT YOUR APPLIANCE
1. HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY.
CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS.
2. DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS.
3. Check with the building inspector's office for compliance with local codes; a permit may be
required.
4. This appliance requires installation in a masonry type fireplace only. DO NOT INSTALL IN
A FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE SUCH AS A ZERO CLEARANCE.
5. Always connect this unit to a chimney and NEVER vent to another room or inside a
building.
6. DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
7. DO NOT connect this unit to a chimney flue serving another appliance.
8. A stainless steel chimney liner may be required. Check with local building, fire officials or
authorities having jurisdiction in your area.
9. DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO START THE FIRE.
10. The connector pipe and chimney should be inspected periodically and cleaned if
necessary.
11. Remember the clearance distances when you place furniture or other objects within the
area. DO NOT store wood, flammable liquids or other combustible materials too close to
the unit.
12. Contact your local municipal or provincial fire authority for information on how to handle a
chimney fire. Have a clearly understood plan to handle a chimney fire. In the event of a
chimney fire, turn air control to closed position and CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
13. DO NOT tamper with air control beyond normal adjustment.
14. Once the required draw is obtained, operate only with doors closed and open doors slowly
when re-fueling. (This will reduce or eliminate smoke from entering the room). These units
are not mobile home approved. Do not install this unit in a mobile home or trailer.

Installation
1. Remove all boxes of firebricks and any packaging from inside the appliance.
2. Clean out the masonry fireplace ensuring the ashes are placed in a metal container.
3. Remove or lock open the damper plate in the masonry fireplace.
4.
5. The insert must be installed in compliance with the minimum clearances to combustible
constructions and floor protection stated on appliance certification label (located on back of unit)
and listed below. See page 5 for further instructions about floor protection.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE MINIMUM CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS MAY RESULT IN AN
UNSAFE INSTALLATION.
6. Install the refractory bricks (see page 10).
7. Install faceplate onto inser . The trim should fit against the face of the
fireplace. If this is not a good fit, a 2"(50mm) wide strip of fibreglass insulation can be used to
insure a good fit.
Contact local building, fire officials or authorities having jurisdiction about permits, restrictions
and installation inspection requirements in your area.
t (see pages 9 and 11)
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTIONS
AUNIT TO SIDE WALL 12” (305mm)
BUNIT TO TOP TRIM 10” (255mm)
CUNIT TO SIDE TRIM 10” (255mm)
DUNIT TO MANTEL 17” (430mm)
EFLOOR PROTECTOR FRONT 16” (405mm) IN THE US
18” (457mm) IN CANADA
FFLOOR PROTECTOR SIDE 8” (200mm)
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FLOOR
MANTLE
SIDE WALL
FACE PLATE
SIDE TRIM
F
C
E
B
D
12”
(305mm)
MAX
A
**See Floor protection requirements, next page
TOP TRIM
FLOOR PROTECTOR

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Floor Protector
This appliance must be installed in a masonry fireplace enclosure
built in accordance with local building codes. DO NOT INSTALL IN A FACTORY
BUILT FIREPLACE SUCH AS A ZERO CLEARANCE.
Floor protector must extend to cover area shown on the diagram below.
If the area shown on the diagram below is a combustible floor or a combustible
floor covering, a 3/8”(10mm) thick non-combustible millboard floor protector or
durable equivalent must be installed. The pad must cover the area shown.
A grouted ceramic floor-tile surface installed per local building code is
considered a durable equivalent.
When the floor covering the area shown on the diagram below is concrete, no
floor protector is required.
Carpeting and any other combustible material shall not cover the Floor
Protector.
If a combustible surface is applied to the concrete floor, a clearance must be
maintained equivalent to the area reserved for the floor protector. See diagram
below.
Floor Protector
8”(203mm)
Door side
of Appliance
Face Plate
16”(406mm) In the U.S.
8”(203mm)
18”(457mm) In Canada
Appliance

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WHY THE CORRECT CHIMNEY SIZE IS IMPORTANT
Your appliance operates best using a minimum 6”(152mm) diameter chimney . The
maximum chimney diameter must not exceed 10”(254mm) in diameter or have a cross
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sectional area greater than 85 in (550cm ).
Today's solid fuel appliances are much more efficient than in the past. Your appliance
has been designed to give you controlled combustion, good heat transfer, using less fuel to do
so. The result of better heat transfer is lower chimney temperatures, making the chimney size
important for good draft. Poor draft will create poor performance of your appliance, and a safety
hazard.
Should you experience a problem with smoke entering the room or poor combustion
call in a local chimney expert.
BURN RATE
With the door closed, the rate of burning is regulated by the amount of air allowed to
enter the unit through the air control. With experience you will be able to set the control for the
desired heat and burning time.
Attempts to achieve higher output rates that exceed heater design specifications can
result in permanent damage to the heater. The recommended wood load is level with the top of
the firebricks. Overloading may prevent sufficient air entering the heater to properly fuel the fire.
Do not tamper with air control beyond the normal adjustment capacity.
WARNING Operate this heater only with the door closed.
ALWAYS PROVIDE A SOURCE OF FRESH AIR INTO THE ROOM WHERE THE UNIT IS
INSTALLED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN AIR STARVATION OF OTHER FUEL
BURNING APPLIANCES AND THE POSSIBLE DEVELOPMENT OF HAZARDOUS
CONDITIONS.
THIS HEATER IS EXTREMELY HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. SERIOUS BURNS CAN
RESULT FROM CONTACT. CAUTION SHOULD BE OBSERVED ESPECIALLY WHEN
CHILDREN ARE PRESENT.

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6” (152mm) min dia Stainless steel Flexible liner
CHIMNEY
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING AUTHORITY FOR APPROVED METHODS OF
INSTALLATION
a) A chimney connector shall not pass through an attic, roof space, closet, floor, ceiling or
simular concealed space. Where passage through a wall or partition of combustible
construction is desired, the installation shall conform to CAN/CSA-B365 (in Canada). In the
USA, check with local building officials for requirements in your area.
b) It is advisable to have your masonry chimney inspected for deterioration such as cracks
and crumbling mortar before you install your unit.
c) To help ensure a good draft, the top of the chimney should be at least 3 feet (914mm)
above the point of penetration through the roof, and be at least 2 (610mm) feet higher than
any point of the roof within 10 feet (3048mm).
d) Do not use makeshift compromises during installation.
e ) Do not remove bricks or mortar from the fireplace.
CANADA: This fireplace insert must be installed with a continuous chimney liner of
6"(152mm) minimum diameter extending from the flue collar to the top of the chimney. The
chimney liner must conform to the class 3 requirements of CAN/ULC-S635 STANDARD for
lining systems for existing masonry or factory-built chimneys and vents, or CAN/ULC-S640
STANDARD for lining systems for new masonry chimneys.
USA: This fireplace insert must be connected to:
1) A chimney complying with the requirements for type HT chimneys in the Standard for
Chimneys, Factory-built, Residential Type and building Heating Appliance, Ul103, or
2) A code-approved masonry chimney with flue liner.
3) See page 8 for alternate chimney installation.
NOTES:
A stainless steel adapter is
recommended for fastening the
stainless steel flexible liner to the flue
collar.
Male or crimped end of the adapter
must be installed inside the flue collar.
Drill flue collar to permanently fasten
stainless steel adapter using a
minimum of 3 screws.
Fasten stainless steel chimney liner to
the stainless steel adapter using
manufactures instructions.

ALTERNATE CHIMNEY INSTALLATION
WHICH APPLIES TO THE USA ONLY
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING AUTHORITY FOR APPROVED METHODS OF
INSTALLATION
WARNING: This fireplace insert must be connected to: A chimney complying with the
requirements for type HT chimneys in the Standard for Chimneys, Factory-
built, Residential Type and building Heating Appliance, Ul103,
or
A code-approved masonry chimney with chimney liner.
a) This insert must be connected to a code-approved masonry chimney or listed factory-built
fireplace chimney. When installation is to a factory-built fireplace chimney, a direct flue
connection will be required. Contact the chimney manufacturer or local building authorities
for approved method. When installation is into a masonry chimney, a chimney connector of
a minimum 24 gauge steel must be installed into the first chimney liner section. The cross
sectional area of either type of chimney must not be less than the inside cross sectional
2
area of the flue collar, nor shall it be greater than 85 square inches (550 cm ). The
chimney connector must be secured with a minimum 3 screws at the flue collar and each
adjoining sections.
b) A chimney connector shall not pass through an attic, roof space, closet, floor, ceiling or
similar concealed space. Where passage through a wall or partition of combustible
construction is desired, check with local building officials for requirements in your area.
c) It is advisable to have your masonry chimney inspected for deterioration such as cracks
and crumbling mortar before you install your unit.
d) To help ensure a good draft, the top of the chimney should be at least 3 feet (914mm)
above the point of penetration through the roof, and be at least 2 (610mm) feet higher than
any point of the roof within 10 feet (3048mm).
e) Do not use makeshift compromises during installation.
f ) Do not remove bricks or mortar from the fireplace.
Chimney liner
The cross sectional area must
not exceed 85 square inches
.
2
(550 cm )
The smoke chamber
must be sealed
using
noncombustible
material, to prevent
smoke from re-
entering the room.
The installation shall
be such that the
chimney system can
be inspected and
cleaned.
Chimney connector into the first
section of the flue liner.
Drill flue collar to permanently fasten
chimney connector. A minimum of 3
screws will be required.
Masonry fireplace
Insert.
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IMPORTANT
WARNING LABEL INSTALLATION
A metal tag has been included with
your fireplace insert. This tag is to be
installed in a visible location on your
fireplace.
Using the 1/4" (6mm) carbide bit, drill
a hole 1" (25mm) into fireplace in the
desired location and hammer lead
anchor down into place. Using pan
head screw supplied, attach tag to
fireplace and tighten until secure.
Tools Required - ¼" (6mm)
Carbide drill bit
Drill
Screw Driver
NOTES
1) Be sure to remove the protective plastic coating
after installing your insert.
2) Remove screws from insert body, route cord
under body and through the cut out. Attach the
blower with the screws previously removed.
Blower unit should be removed occasionally,
Inspected, and cleaned.
BE SURE TO DISCONNECT POWER
SUPPLY BEFORE SERVICING BLOWER.
3) DO NOT REMOVE
INSULATING MATERIAL
FROM FIRE BOX
BRASS TRIM-
ASHFENDER *SEE NOTE
P/N S32062
OPEN
FAN MOUNTING
SCREWS
P/N S11087- QTY 2
BRASS TRIM- TOP
*see note 1
P/N S32712
AIR CONTROL
SPRING HANDLE
P/N S11008
INSERT
CLOSE
3- PRONG GROUNDED PLUG
USE 110VAC- 15AMP
SUPPLY POWER
FACE PLATE
P/N S31296
(see page 11 for assembly)
ASSEMBLY
BLOWER ASSEMBLY
see note 2
P/N S31281
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EXCEPTION (e), page 7:
Masonry or steel, including the damper plate, may be removed from the smoke shelf and
adjacent damper frame if necessary to accommodate a chimney liner, provided that their
removal will not weaken the structure of the fireplace and chimney, and will not reduce protection
for combustible materials to less than required by the National Building Code. Consult with local
building authorities having jurisdiction before starting.

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Under specific conditions this non catalytic wood heater has been
shown to deliver heat ranges from 9,600 to 58,000 BTU per hour
PARTS LIST
ITEM QTY DESCRIPTION PART NO
19FIRE BRICK- 4-7/16 (113mm) X 9 (229mm) X 1-1/4 (32mm) S16040
22FIRE BRICK- 4-7/16 (113mm) X 7-1/4 (184mm) X 1-1/4 (32mm) S16043
31FIRE BRICK- 4-7/16 (113mm) X 4-1/2 (114mm) X 1-1/4 (32mm) S16046
41FIRE BRICK- 2-1/4 (57mm) X 8 (203mm) X 1-1/4 (32mm) S16271
52FIRE BRICK- ANGLED S16013
64FIRE BRICK – 4-7/16 (113mm) X 8 (203mm) X 1-1/4 (32mm) S16138
Spring Handle
Twist spring handle in a counter
clockwise motion while pushing on the handle
will "thread" down to desired location
Desired burn rate
Low
Med / High
High
** Approximate BTU output
9,600
16,315
58,000
Inlet air setting
Fully Closed
1/2" (13mm) open
Fully Open
Inlet air settings
FIRE BRICK INSTALLATION
6
6
6
2
2111
1
1
1
3
4
1
5
6
5
1
2
3
1
*
*
*
*
Tip
Install front ( ) fire bricks first.
*
Front
** Performance may vary depending on actual home operating conditions.
(See “Helpful Hints” section of this manual)

A. Assemble top
(item1) to sides
(item2) using #8 x
1/2” (13mm) Tek
screws (item 10).
B. Attach the side
right and left trims
(items 5&6) to
sides (item2) using
#8 brass screws.
C. Attach top right
and left trims
(items 3&4)
together with the
articulating angles
(item8).
D. Install corner
brackets (item 7)
to top trim.
E. Attach top trim to
Faceplate putting
corner brackets
into side trim and
tightening screws
in the corner
brackets to secure.
FACEPLATE ASSEMBLY
2
5
9
6
A
4
8
3
7
2
10
9
B
B
C
D
E
A
7
D
E
Not shown
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ITEM QTY DESCRIPTION PART NO.
11FACEPLATE- TOP S38050
22FACEPLATE- SIDE S38051
31TRIM- TOP RIGHT S13267
41TRIM- TOP LEFT S13266
51TRIM- SIDE RIGHT S32222
61TRIM- SIDE LEFT S32221
72CORNER- 90 DEGREE S11092
81ARTICULATED ANGLE S11127
92#8 SCREW (BRASS) S11093
10 4#8 TEK SCREW S11290
11 2SPRING S11403
2 Hook the other end of the spring
thru the 1/8” (3mm) hole in the Faceplate
top.
Faceplate assembly
(see above)
1Hook one end of
spring into hole on stove top
3Slide the Faceplate against the
masonry wall.
Attention
Use installation bulletin
supplied with faceplate as protection
to prevent scratching the stove top.
Masonry Fireplace
FACEPLATE INSTALLATION
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OPERATION
Do not use a grate or elevate fire. Build wood fire directly on hearth. When the stove is used for
the first time the solvents in the paint will smoke off.
INSTRUCTION FOR FIRST BURN - CURING THE STOVE PAINT
Your stove has been painted with the highest quality stove paint and has special break-in
procedures. The heat generated by the normal operation of the stove, will serve to harden the
paint.
Ventilate the house during the first three times the stove is used. The paint on the stove will give
off smoke, carbon dioxide and an odor. Without adequate ventilation, concentrations of smoke
could irritate, or be upsetting. Open doors and windows and use a fan if necessary. After the
initial burns the paint will be cured and there should be no more smoke.
Each of the initial burns should be conducted as follows:
A) The 1st 2 burns should be at approximately 250 deg F (120 deg C) for
approximately 20 minutes.
B) The 3rd burn should be between 500 deg F (260 to 370 deg C) for at least
45 minutes. The important fact is the paint should be cured slowly. Avoid
hot fires during the curing process.
During the curing process the paint will be gummy. Once cured the paint will remain hard.
It is normal to see flat spots on painted surfaces of the stove. The flat spots on the paint surface
indicate the hotter surfaces of the stove, and is caused by the heat radiating thru the paint.
It is also expected that shinny spots caused by friction from the packaging materials, will
disappear during the curing of the stove.
SO.... 1) Remember to Ventilate well.
2) Allow the stove to cure before burning for long periods at high temperatures.
3) Flat spots on the painted surfaces are normal.
4) Shinny spots on the paint surface before burning is normal.
5) Call your dealer if you have any questions.
Wood
This heater is designed to burn natural wood only. Higher efficiencies and lower emissions
generally result when burning air dried seasoned hardwoods, as compared to softwoods or to
green or freshly cut hardwoods.
Only use dry seasoned wood. Green wood, besides burning at only 60 percent of the fuel value of
dry wood, deposits creosote on the inside of your stove and along the chimney. This can cause an
extreme danger of chimney fire. To be called "seasoned", wood must be dried for a year.
Regardless of whether the wood is green or seasoned, it should be stored in a well-sheltered,
ventilated area to allow proper drying during the year to come. Wood should be stored beyond
recommended clearance from combustibles.
DO NOT BURN: *Treated Wood *Solvents *Trash *Coal
*Garbage *Cardboard *Coloured Papers
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BUILDING A FIRE
1. Open inlet air control fully.
2. Place a small amount of crumpled paper in the stove.
3. Cover the paper with a generous amount of kindling in a teepee fashion and a few small
pieces of wood.
4. Ignite the paper and close door. (If fire dies down substantially, open door slightly).
5. Add larger pieces of wood as the fire progresses being careful not to overload. (Do not fill
firebox beyond firebrick area). An ideal coal bed of 1" (25mm) to 2" (50mm) should be
established to achieve optimum performance.
6. This unit is designed to function most effectively when air is allowed to circulate to all areas of
the firebox. An ideal means of achieving this is to rake a slight (1" to 2" wide) trough in the
centre of the coal bed from front to back prior to loading the fuel.
7. Once fuel has been loaded, close door and open air inlet control fully until fire is well
established (approx. 10 minutes) being careful not to over fire.
8. Re-adjust air inlet control to desired burn rate. (If excessive smoke fills firebox, open air inlet
control slightly until flames resume and wood is sufficiently ignited). While a basic rule of
thumb is "closed- low" "½ way - medium" and "fully open high".
9. When refuelling, adjust air control to the fully open position. When fire brightens, slowly and
carefully open the door. This procedure will prevent gases from igniting causing smoke and
flame spillage.
10. Add fuel being careful not to overload.
More information is available
further in this manual (see page 9 for settings).
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 THE HEATER WHILE IT IS IN
USE.

REPLACE GLASS ONLY WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE ROBAX PYROCERAM OF THE
PROPER SIZE AND THICKNESS
The following use and safety tips should be observed:
1. Inspect the glass regularly for cracks and breaks. If you detect a crack or break, extinguish
the fire immediately, and contact your dealer for replacement.
2. Do not slam door or otherwise impact the glass. When closing doors, make sure that logs or
other objects do not protrude to impact the glass.
3. Do not clean the glass with materials which may scratch (or otherwise damage) the glass.
Scratches on the glass can develop into cracks or breaks.
4. Never attempt to clean the glass while unit is hot. Light deposits are normal. Heavier deposits
may be removed with the use of a readily available oven cleaner.
5. Never put substances which can ignite explosively in the unit since even small explosions in
confined areas can blow out the glass.
6. This unit has an air wash system, designed to reduce deposits on glass.
See page 16 of this manual for
replacement parts list.
GLASS CARE
GASKET REPLACEMENT
After extensive use, the sealing material which provides glass and door seal may need to be
replaced if it fails to sustain its resilience. Inspect glass and door seal periodically to ensure for
proper seal: if gaskets become frayed or worn, replace immediately. Contact your dealer for
approved replacement parts.
The following steps should be followed for glass gasket replacement:
1. Ensure appliance is not in operation and is thoroughly cooled.
2. Remove screw and glass clips (see parts diagram).
3. Lift glass out.
4. Remove old gasket and clean glass.
5. Replace new gasket starting at the bottom of glass working along edges, being sure to
center gasket channel on glass.
6. Trim to length and butt ends together.
7. Replace glass in door, being sure not to over-tighten screws and clips.
The following steps should be followed for door gasket replacement:
1. Ensure appliance is not in operation and is thoroughly cooled.
2. Remove old door gasket and clean channel.
3. Using an approved high temperature gasket cement, apply a thin coat in bottom of channel.
4. Starting at hinge side of door, work into channel around door unit, end butt and trim to
length.
5. Close door and allow three to four hours for cement to set before restarting appliance.
See page 16 of this manual for replacement parts list.
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CREOSOTE
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapours. These combine with
moisture to form creosote. Creosote vapours 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. The chimney should be inspected regularly during the heating season
to determine if a creosote build-up has accumulated. If this is the case, the creosote should be
removed to reduce the risk of chimney fire.
WARNING: Things to remember in case of chimney fire:
1. CLOSE DRAFT CONTROL. 2. CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
KEEP UNIT FREE OF CREOSOTE
1. Burn with air control open for several minutes at numerous intervals throughout the day during
the heating season, being careful not to over-fire unit. This removes the slight film of creosote
accumulated during low burn periods.
2. Burn stove with draft control wide open for several minutes every time you apply fresh wood. This
allows wood to achieve the charcoal stage faster and burns wood vapours which might otherwise
be deposited within the system.
3. BURN ONLY SEASONED WOOD. Avoid burning wet or green wood. Seasoned wood has been
dried for at least one year.
4. A small hot fire is preferable to a large smoldering one that can deposit creosote within the
system.
5. Establish a routine for the fuel, wood burner and firing technique. Check daily for creosote build-
up until experience shows how often you need to clean to be safe. Be aware that the hotter the
fire, the less creosote is deposited and weekly cleaning may be necessary in mild weather even
though monthly cleaning may be enough in the coldest months. Contact your local municipal
authority for information on how to handle a chimney fire. Have a clearly understood plan to
handle a chimney fire.
Ash Disposal
During constant use, ashes should be removed every few days, or whenever ashes get to three to
four inches deep in the firebox. Remove ashes only when the fire has died down and the ashes
have cooled.
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. The closed container of ashes
should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible
materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally
dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
Other waste should not be placed in the ash container.
Inspection of the Insert.
Inspection of the insert can be accomplished with the removal of the Face plate only. Once the
Faceplate has been removed, there should be enough space to inspect the insert with the aid of a
flash light. To remove the Faceplate, follow installation instructions on page 11 of this
manual in reverse sequence.
Faceplate

DOOR REPLACEMENT PARTS
ITEM QTY DESCRIPTION PART NO
11DOOR (NO GLASS) GOLD S41164
2&3 1GLASS AND GASKET S31141
34.3ft (1311mm) 1/8” (3mm) GLASS GASKET ONLY S15001
41GLASS CLIP S37026
53SCREW S11086
65FT (1524 mm) 5/8” (16mm) DOOR GASKET ONLY S15011
72HINGE PIN GOLD S11066
82SPRING NUT S11090
91SPRING HANDLE S11007
16
7
19
8
2
34
5
6

1) What is the correct way to start a fire?
a.) You will need small pieces of dry wood (kindling) and paper. Use only newspaper or paper that
has not been coated or had unknown materials glued or applied to it. Never use coated (typically
advertising flyers) or coloured paper.
b.) Open the door of the wood stove.
c.) Crumple several pieces of paper and place them in the centre of the firebox and directly on to the
firebricks of the wood stove . Never use a grate to elevate the fire.
d.) Place small pieces of dry wood (kindling) over the paper in a "Teepee" manner. This allows for
good air circulation, which is critical for good combustion.
e.) Light the crumpled paper in 2 or 3 locations. Note: It is important to heat the air in the stovepipe
for draft to start.
f.) Fully open the air control of the wood stove ( ) and close the door until it
is slightly open, allowing for much needed air to be introduced into the fire box. Never leave the
door fully open as sparks from the kindling may occur causing injury. As the fire begins to burn
the kindling, some additional kindling may be needed to sustain the fire. DO NOT add more paper
after the fire has started.
g.) Once the kindling has started to burn, start by adding some of your smaller pieces of seasoned
(dry) firewood. Note: Adding large pieces at the early stages will only serve to smother the fire.
Continue adding small pieces of seasoned (dry) firewood, keeping the door slightly open until
each piece starts to ignite. Remember to always open the door slowly between placing wood into
the fire.
h.) Once the wood has started to ignite and the smoke has reduced, close the wood stove door fully.
The reduction of smoke is a good indication that the draft in the chimney has started and good
combustion is now possible. Larger pieces of seasoned (dry) firewood can now be added when
there is sufficient space in the firebox. Adjust the air control setting to desired setting (see page 9).
i.) Note: The lower the air control setting the longer the burn time of your firewood.
2) What type of wood is best to use as Firewood?
Dry seasoned hardwood should be used. Avoid green unseasoned wood. Green wood, besides
burning at only 60 percent of the fuel value of dry seasoned wood, will deposit creosote on the
inside of your stove and along the inside of your chimney.
3) What does dry seasoned wood mean, and what is considered hardwood?
Wood that has been dried for a period of one year in a well-ventilated and sheltered area would
be considered dry seasoned wood. Hardwoods are generally from slow growth trees (Example:
Oak and Fir). Softwoods are generally from fast growth trees. (Example: Pine and Spruce)
(see page 9 of this manual)
see page 8 of this manual
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4.) Will following the above listed steps for starting a fire result in perfect results all the time?
The quick answer is most of the time. There are many variables that may affect your success
rate when staring a fire. Most of those variables and how to deal with them will be learned
through experience. Your ability to start a good fire will significantly increase with time and
patience. Some of the reasons for poor stove performance will be covered in the next section of
these instructions.
5.) Why can't I get the fire lit?
Damp or wet wood and poor draft are the main reasons for poor results in starting a fire. Always
use dry seasoned wood for your fire. Even wood dried for two years will be difficult to ignite, if it
has become wet.
6.) Why is there always a large quantity of thick black smoke present in the firebox?
A large quantity of thick black smoke in the firebox, is a good indication that the draft is poor.
7.) Is it normal for soot to cover the glass at the beginning of a fire?
Your stove has been built with an air wash system that will help keep the glass clear when the
firebox has reached a good operating temperature, and has a good draft. Cold firebox
temperature and poor draft cause sooting of the glass. Once the firebox temperature and the
draft increases, the soot will burn off.
8.) What is draft?
Draft is the ability of the chimney to exhaust draw by-products produced during the normal
combustion process.
9.) What can cause a poor draft?
The most common factors for poor draft are:
a.) Atmospheric pressure and air supply
b.) Environmental conditions
c.) Cold chimney temperature
d.) Poor chimney installation and maintenance
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a.) Atmospheric Pressure and Air Supply
Atmospheric pressure affecting the draft from a chimney can be either outside the home, inside
the home or both. Outside the home, a high-pressure day (clear and cool) generally creates a
better draft in the chimney than a low-pressure day (overcast and damp). Inside the home,
normal household appliances, such as clothes dryers and forced air furnaces compete for air
resulting in inadequate amounts of air available to fuel a fire and create a condition known as
negative pressure. Under extreme conditions of negative pressure the combustion by-products
can be drawn from the chimney and into the house. This condition is commonly referred to as
down drafting.
There are several factors that impact the amount of air available in the home. Increased
amounts of insulation vinyl windows, extra caulking in various places and door seals can all
keep heat in but may also make a home too airtight. If you are in doubt about whether or not
there is sufficient air in your home for your stove, curtail from using those appliances known to
consume the air where possible, or open a window or door to allow air to enter the home.
b.) Environmental Conditions
High trees, low lying house location such as in a valley, tall buildings or structures surrounding your
house and windy conditions can cause pool draft or down drafting.
c.) Cold Chimney Temperature
Avoid cold chimney temperatures by burning a hot fire for the first fifteen to forty minutes, being
careful not to over fire. If any part of the chimney or parts of the stove start to glow, you are over
firing the stove. Where possible, install a temperature gauge on the chimney so temperature
drops can be seen.
d.) Chimney Installation and Maintenance
Avoid using too many elbows or long horizontal runs. If in doubt, contact a chimney expert
and/or chimney manufacturer for help. Clean chimney, rain caps and especially spark arrester
regularly, to prevent creosote build-up, which will significantly reduce chimney draw and
possibly a chimney fire.
10.) Should I close or open the air control fully when shutting down the stove?
When shutting down the stove, fully open the air control. This allows the chimney
temperatures to remain as high as possible for as long as possible. Cold chimney
temperatures create creosote.
Note: This sheet is intended as an aid and does not supercede any local, provincial or state
requirements. Check with officials or authorities having jurisdiction in your area.
Manufactured by:
CFM CENTURYAdivision of CFM Corporation Mississauga, Ontario L5N 8A3
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