DutchWest DW2500 Series User manual

P/N S19984 Rev2
OWNERS MANUAL
MODEL DW2500 SERIES
EPA APPROVED HIGH EFFICIENCY AIR TIGHT INSERT
FOR INSTALLATION IN MASONRY FIREPLACES ONLY
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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 installationinspection requirements in your area.
This unit is not mobile home approved.
SAFETY NOTICE
THIS APPLIANCE IS
MANUFACTURED FOR A 6"(152mm) DIA
CHIMNEY CONNECTION.
(See Page 6)
DUTCHWEST
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Product Serial Number Model Number
Model and product serial number can be found on the certification label of your
stove.
TO HELP US HELP YOU!
Fill in the information requested below and retain proof of purchase.
Date Of Purchase
Questions With The Assembly?
Require Parts Information?
Product Under Manufacturer's Warranty ?
Contact your original Dutchwest Dealer
from whom you purchased your stove
for parts and service.
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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.
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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
2 2
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.
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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) 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.
2) DO NOT REMOVE
INSULATING MATERIAL
FROM FIRE BOX
OPEN
FAN MOUNTING
SCREWS
P/N S11087- QTY 2 AIR CONTROL
SPRING HANDLE
P/N S11008
INSERT
L
COSE
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 S31276
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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.
HANDLE HOLDER
P/N S32747 QTY: 1
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PARTS LIST
ITEM QTY DESCRIPTION PART NO
1 9 FIRE BRICK- 4-7/16 (113mm) X 9 (229mm) X 1-1/4 (32mm) S16040
2 2 FIRE BRICK- 4-7/16 (113mm) X 7-1/4 (184mm) X 1-1/4 (32mm) S16043
3 1 FIRE BRICK- 4-7/16 (113mm) X 4-1/2 (114mm) X 1-1/4 (32mm) S16046
4 1 FIRE BRICK- 2-1/4 (57mm) X 8 (203mm) X 1-1/4 (32mm) S16271
5 2 FIRE BRICK- ANGLED S16013
6 4 FIRE BRICK – 4-7/16 (113mm) X 8 (203mm) X 1-1/4 (32mm) S16138
Spring Handle-Air Control
Twist spring handle in a counter
clockwise motion while pushing on the handle
will "thread" down to desired location
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
H a n d l e H o l d e r M o u n ti n g Ceramic Handle
Handle Holder
Blower Mounting Screw
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