HearthStone Tribute 8040 User manual

Tribute Model # 8040
Manual: 6400-40447
R: 12/18/12
Tribute
Model (8040)
Woodstove
OWNER'S MANUAL
INSTALLATION
&
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE
YOUR NEW Tribute WOOD STOVE. To reduce the risk of fire, follow the installation
instructions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in property damage,
bodily injury, or even death.
Never Burn Manufactured Wood Products in this Stove! Use Cord Wood Only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
CONTACT LOCAL AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION (BUILDING DEPARTMENT or FIRE
OFFICIALS) ABOUT PERMITS REQUIRED, RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION IN
YOUR AREA.

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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................1
SAFETY AND GOOD PRACTICES........................................................................................2
CODES ............................................................................................................................................................. 2
SAFETY INFORMATION ....................................................................................................................................... 2
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ............................................................................................................................... 3
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................4
INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................5
UNPACKING....................................................................................................................................................... 5
INSTALLING YOUR STOVE .................................................................................................................................. 5
HEARTH REQUIREMENTS AND FLOOR PROTECTION ............................................................................................ 5
OUTSIDE AIR SUPPLY........................................................................................................................................ 7
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES....................................................................................................................... 8
VENTING COMPONENTS AND CONFIGURATION............................................................11
CHIMNEY &CONNECTOR REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................ 11
CONNECTING YOUR WOODSTOVE.................................................................................................................... 12
INSTALLING IN AMOBILE HOME........................................................................................................................ 15
OPERATION.........................................................................................................................16
CHOOSING FIREWOOD..................................................................................................................................... 16
BUILDING AFIRE............................................................................................................................................. 17
CONTROLS AND FEATURES.............................................................................................................................. 17
BREAKING IN YOUR WOOD STOVE ................................................................................................................... 17
NORMAL OPERATION....................................................................................................................................... 18
BURN RATE..................................................................................................................................................... 19
REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF ASHES................................................................................................................ 20
MAINTENANCE....................................................................................................................21
CREOSOTE FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL ........................................................................................... 21
CAST IRON...................................................................................................................................................... 21
STONE............................................................................................................................................................ 21
GASKETS........................................................................................................................................................ 22
GLASS............................................................................................................................................................ 22
TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................................................24
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .............................................................................................................................. 25
REPLACEMENT PARTS & OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES....................................................26
SAFETY LABEL ...................................................................................................................27

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Introduction
Congratulations! You have just invested in a most
unique wood burning stove –the Tribute Wood
Burning Stove from Hearthstone Quality Home
Heating Products Inc®. The Tribute Model –8040 is
a clean burning EPA certified, non-catalytic wood
burning stove. At 1.1 cubic feet capacity and 2.97
grams per hour particulate emissions you can be
proud to join the Hearthstone family with our Premier
Soapstone Wood-Burning Stove. The front door,
along with the generous depth allow for loading of
wood up to 16 inches long!
Your purchase insures years of clean, comfortable
heat with minimal maintenance. You will receive the
benefits of the most advanced technology in wood
burning without the cost and maintenance
requirements of a catalytic stove. The Tribute
blends modern technology with the unique beauty
and heating qualities of soapstone, long known for
its even heat production and long heat-retaining
ability. We trust that you will appreciate the quality of
our handcrafted product.
Please read this manual in its entirety. Its purpose
is to familiarize you with your stove's safe
installation, proper break-in, operation and
maintenance. It contains information that will be
useful to you now, and in years to come, so keep it
handy and refer to it as needed.
Use these instructions as well as national, state, and
local building codes to install your stove. Be sure to
maintain the designated stovepipe and stove
clearances to walls, ceilings, hearth, and other
combustible surfaces. This will help reduce the risk
of fire. Failure to follow these instructions can result
in property damage, bodily injury, and even death.
Locate your stove in a safe, convenient, open area;
away from traffic flow, doors, and hallways; and near
a chimney and chimney connector. Review the
proper clearance measurements from combustible
surfaces. You can safely reduce required clearances
in most cases by using the, optional, rear heat
shield, and also with a special connector pipe and
special wall coverings as specified by this manual,
the NFPA 211 codes, and your local authorities
having jurisdiction.
Keep furniture, drapes, curtains, wood, paper, and
other combustibles far away from the stove. Never
install the stove in a location where gasoline,
kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or other flammable
liquids are used or stored.
Locate the stove centrally in your living area to allow
the heat to travel naturally to distant rooms. We
recommend that you do not locate your stove in an
uninsulated basement. The amount of radiant
energy required to heat concrete basement walls is
so great that most of the usable heat is absorbed by
them and lost.
SAFETY NOTICE: A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT IF
THIS STOVE IS NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THE
INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL
BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT
RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION
IN YOUR AREA.
The performance of your stove depends on many
variables. Since all installations are unique, the
general information and operating procedures
presented here can only serve as useful guidelines
rather than hard and fast rules. Should you have
any questions, do not hesitate to contact your dealer
for additional information.
Validate your warranty - return your warranty
registration card to Hearthstone within 30 days of
purchase. Once your warranty is validated by
returning your warranty card, contact your dealer for
any necessary warranty service.
This stove is manufactured and warranted by:
Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products Inc®
317 Stafford Ave.
Morrisville, Vermont 05661-8695
www.hearthstonestoves.com
[e-mail]

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Safety and Good Practices
CODES
When you install your Tribute wood stove, it is
imperative that you adhere to all local codes, which
can be obtained from either of the following two
National sources:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
(ANSI)
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
www.ansi.org
National Fire Protection Association, Inc. (NFPA)
Battery March Park
Quincy, MA 02269
www.nfpa.org
If you are installing your Tribute in a mobile home,
follow the guidelines described in the Manufactured
Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24
CFR, Part 3280 (United States).
SAFETY INFORMATION
Read and understand this Owner's Manual
thoroughly before installing and using this
stove.
Make sure to install your stove:
According to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
In accordance with all applicable codes.
With the proper sized chimney.
When using your stove:
Warn children and others unfamiliar with
woodstoves of the danger of touching hot,
radiating surfaces of your stove. For your
additional safety, obtain hearth and stove guards
through your local dealer.
Follow recommended break-in procedure as
outlined in this manual.
Burn natural wood only. Higher efficiencies and
lower emissions result when burning air-dried,
seasoned wood, as compared to green or
freshly cut wood.
Use caution when loading firewood into a hot
stove.
Keep the door closed at all times except when
loading wood.
Inspect the stovepipe, chimney connector and
chimney, as recommended.
Follow these safety precautions:
Never modify this stove in any way, especially
the primary air control system.
Never burn kiln dried wood, painted or treated
wood, solvents, trash, plywood, colored or
glossy paper, artificial logs, cardboard, coal,
garbage or driftwood. Especially, do not burn
coal in this stove.
Never use gasoline type fuel, kerosene,
charcoal lighter fluid, or other liquid fuels or solid
fire starters to start or invigorate the fire. These
fuels can possibly generate carbon monoxide,
which can deplete the supply of oxygen. Keep
all such materials away from the stove.
Never use a wood grate or other device to
elevate the fire.
Do Not allow logs to rest against or otherwise
come in contact with the glass when the door is
closed.
Do Not slam the door or use the door to force
wood in to the stove.
Never over-fire your stove. (See page 19)
Never put articles of clothing or candles on a hot
stove.
Do Not connect the stove to a flue that is
serving another appliance.
WARNING: FIREPLACE STOVES EQUIPPED WITH
DOORS SHOULD BE OPERATED ONLY WITH
DOORS FULLY OPEN OR DOORS FULLY
CLOSED. IF DOORS ARE LEFT PARTLY OPEN,
GAS AND FLAME MAY BE DRAWN OUT OF THE
FIREPLACE STOVE OPENING, CREATING RISKS
FROM BOTH FIRE AND SMOKE.
Other safety guidelines
As a general rule, keep all movable combustible
items such as furniture, drapes, clothing, and
other items, at least 36" (0.92 m) from the stove.
Install a smoke detector, preferably in an area
away from your wood stove.
Keep a fire extinguisher handy. We recommend
the type rated "A B C."
Dispose of ashes properly. (See page 20)
Keep children and pets away from the stove;
they could be burned by touching a hot stove.
Clean your chimney system as needed. (See
page 21)
PERIODIC CHECKLIST
Perform each of these tasks at the specified
intervals.
At the End of Every Week:
Empty ashes from the firebox sooner if the
firebox begins to fill up.

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At the Beginning of Every Other Month:
A visual inspection of the chimney connector
and chimney for creosote is recommended
depending upon your use of the stove. (Please
see page 21)
Check door seals using the "dollar bill test." -
When the fire is out and the stove is cool, shut
the door on a dollar bill. If the bill pulls out
without any resistance, then your stove’s door
isn't sealed properly. To tighten the seal,
change the door gasket. (Refer to page 22.)
At the End of Every Season:
Dismantle the chimney connector and clean it
thoroughly. Replace any pieces that show signs
of rust or deterioration.
Inspect and, if necessary, clean your chimney.
Thoroughly clean out the inside of the stove.
Inspect all door gasket material and replace if
worn, frayed, cracked or extremely hard.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
If you have a stovepipe or chimney fire, follow these
instructions:
1. If the fire is too threatening, leave the area and
call the fire department immediately! If not,
perform the next three steps.
2. Close the primary air control.
3. Close the stovepipe damper (if present).
4. Keep the stove door closed!
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PUT OUT A
STOVEPIPE OR CHIMNEY FIRE BY THROWING
WATER ONTO THE STOVE, STOVEPIPE, OR
CHIMNEY. THE EXTREMELY HIGH
TEMPERATURE ASSOCIATED WITH SUCH FIRES
CAN CAUSE INSTANTANEOUS STEAM AND
SERIOUS BODILY HARM.
Once the chimney fire has expired, leave the primary
air control closed and let the fire in the stove die out
completely. The stove should not be fired again until
the stove, stovepipe, and chimney are all thoroughly
inspected for any sign of damage. You must correct
any damage before using your stove again.
HEARTHSTONE’S THERMO-CERAMIC BAFFLE
SYSTEM
To enhance the combustion efficiency and reduce
the emissions of the fire in your stove Hearthstone
QHHP, Inc. has developed an advanced THERMO-
CERAMIC baffle system. This system uses a
lightweight, durable ceramic material above the
burner tubes to maintain the high temperatures in
the secondary combustion area and maintain the
low emission –high efficiency combustion you
desire. This new technology will not corrode, rust
dissolve or lose its strength, however it is vulnerable
to puncture or cracking due to rough handling.
PLEASE EXERCISE CARE WHEN LOADING
WOOD OR CLEANING YOUR STOVE, NOT TO
DAMAGE THE THERMO-CERAMIC BAFFLE
Located directly above the burner tubes in the
firebox, this white sheet of material will break if wood
or cleaning brushes impact it. Be careful when
loading and cleaning your stove to not break this
material. If this piece has been fractured or a hole is
punctured, it will cause the stove to function
improperly. You must replace the board through a
qualified Hearthstone dealer.

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Specifications
Maximum Output: 36,000 BTUs per hour using
cordwood (based on
independent laboratory test
results).
Size of Heated Area: 1,300 square feet
(maximum).
Firebox Capacity: 1.2 cubic feet (.031 cubic
meters) or 22 pounds of
wood (The amount and
weight of wood contained
per cubic foot of firebox
volume can vary from 15 to
36 lbs. per cubic foot
depending on type of wood,
moisture content, packing
density and other factors.
As a constant for
comparison and test
purposes, we are assuming
20 lbs. of seasoned
hardwood per cubic foot of
firebox volume).
Maximum Log Length:16" (53cm)
Stove Dimensions: Height 25-1/2" (65 cm)
Width 24" (61 cm)
Depth 18" (45.7 cm)
Door Size: 9.5" high x 12-3/4" wide
(24.1 x 32.4 cm)
Stovepipe Size: 6" (152 mm) diameter
Metal Chimney: 6" (152 mm) inside diameter
Masonry Chimney: 6” (15.2cm) inside diameter
(round flue) 8” x 8” (20 x
20cm) (square flue)
Flue Exit: Top exit only
Actual Weight 318 pounds
Optional Equipment Rear Heat Shield 90-68400
Outside Air Kit 90-53400
Blower 90-57210
Screen 90-69400
Soapstone Finish1Polished Gray Soapstone
Castings Finish Painted Matte and Porcelain
Enamel
1Polished gray soapstone is a natural product and will vary
from stone to stone. Various amounts of gray, charcoal, blue
and green will be evident according to the natural
composition of the stone.
Figure 1

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Installation
UNPACKING
Hearthstone Stoves packages your Tribute stove
with the greatest care, so that it ships safely. Under
certain circumstances, however, damage can occur
during transit and handling. When you receive your
stove, unpack it carefully, inspecting your stove and
all parts for damage. Also, make sure that all parts
are included in the box. If any parts are damaged or
missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
INSTALLING YOUR STOVE
First, you must decide where your stove will reside.
After choosing an appropriate spot, inspect this
location to make sure that the stove will have
enough clearance to combustible materials that
would surround the stove. These combustibles can
include walls, floor, ceiling, fireplace, and chimney.
You must carefully consider the clearances to all of
these combustibles before actually connecting your
stove. When considering these clearances, also
decide the kind of floor the stove will rest on.
Please use this section to plan how to locate your
stove in your particular location. Consider both the
clearances of the stovepipe and the stove itself to
the surrounding combustibles.
The soapstone walls of the Tribute soapstone stove
produce and even, radiant heat. Locate the stove
centrally in your living area to allow the heat to travel
naturally to distant rooms. It is not recommended
that you locate your stove in an uninsulated
basement. The amount of radiant energy required to
heat concrete basement walls is so great that most
of the usable heat is absorbed by them and lost.
Read this chapter to obtain a sound understanding
of how to properly install your stove.
If you use a close clearance connector pipe, it must
be tested to UL standards and listed. Check the
listing of your pipe for actual clearances. The
diagrams in this manual represent typical
installations, but are specific to the Simpson Dura-
Vent DVL brand. Clearances cannot be reduced
without the use of close clearance connector pipe
and/or by protecting the surfaces per NFPA 211
standards.
CLEARANCES TO NFPA 211 PROTECTED
SURFACES
You can reduce the clearances to combustible
surfaces by using any National Fire Protection
Agency (NFPA) approved wall protection system.
Please refer to NFPA 211 for specifications and
complete details. You can obtain this information
directly from the NFPA (U.S. Only).
National Fire Protection Agency
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
1-800-344-3555
1-617-770-3000
www.nfpa.org
HEARTH REQUIREMENTS AND FLOOR
PROTECTION
Combustible flooring must be protected with a UL
listed hearth pad, or in the absence of fabricate one
with an R-value of 0.6 (slate, marble tiles, or other
noncombustible material can be used for this
purpose). The floor protection must extend beyond
the body of the stove at the minimum as follows:
SIDES 3-1/2” (20 cm Canada)
REAR 0” (20 cm Canada)
FRONT 16” (45 cm Canada)
When installing the Tribute with a rear exit, the
minimum area to be covered by floor protection is
under the chimney connector and 2” (51 mm)
beyond each side.

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Figure 2: Minimum Hearth Pad Dimensions
Note: Dimensions shown in figure above are
measured from the body of the stove unless
otherwise stated.
Floor protector’s come with various types of
specifications. To convert a floor protector’s
specification to an R-value, do one of the following:
If the R-value is given, use that value—no
conversion is needed.
If a k-factor is given with a required
thickness (T) in inches, use this formula:
R-value = 1/k x T
If a C-factor is given, use the formula:
R-value = 1/C
To determine the R-value of the proposed alternate
floor protector:
Use either the k-factor or the C-factor
formula explained above to convert
specifications not expressed as R-values.
For multiple layers of floor protectors, simply
add the R-values of each layer to determine
the overall R-value of the layers.
If the overall R-value of your setup is greater than
the R-value of the specified floor protector, then your
setup is acceptable.
Noncombustible Material
Thickness
R-
value
Gypsum or plaster board1
0.5”
0.45
Wallboard, Wonderboard, or Durock1
0.5”
0.20
Ceramic board (Fiberfrax or Micor)1
0.5”
1.10
Nominal solid clay brick1
1”
0.20
Ceramic wall or floor tile1
0.25”
0.01
Mineral wool insulation2
1”
3.12
Cement mortar2
1”
0.20
Horizontal still air2*
0.128”
0.92
Handle Assembly
Locate the handle, bolt, and washers enclosed in the
envelope with the owner’s manual. Place the
washers on the bolt and then push it through the
handle so that the bolt threads extend through the
bottom of the handle. Using a slotted screwdriver,
turn the bolt into the chrome latch on the door, until
snug.
Handle Operation
Front Door –when closed, the handle will be in the 7
o’clock position. To open the front door, rotate the
latch clockwise to approximately the 10 o’clock
position.
1According to Intertek Testing Services, Inc.
2According to ASHRAE Handbook of
Fundamentals 1977

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Figure 3: Door Handle Detail
OUTSIDE AIR SUPPLY
(Kit # 90-53400)
An outside air source may be connected directly to
this stove using an optional outside air kit. The
advantage of providing outside air directly to the
stove is that the air used by the stove for combustion
is taken from outside of the residence rather than
from within the room where the stove is located.
With outside air supplied directly to the stove, drafts
within the room and air infiltration within the building
are reduced. Use of the outside air kit may also
improve stove performance in a particularly airtight
house.
The outside air kit for this stove allows for the direct
connection of the stove's air intake to a minimum 3"
(76 mm) diameter duct (supplied by others) which
leads to the outside of the house. When considering
placement of the duct from the outside of the house
to the hearth, keep in mind the need to avoid
structural members of the house. The outside air kit
will attach to the back of the stove.
The termination of the duct on the outside wall of the
stove should be located in such a manner so as to
preclude the possibility of obstruction by snow,
leaves or other material and should be screened
against animals and insects. The termination should
be screened using ¼” x ¼” mesh rodent screen and
be covered with a rain/wind proof hood (flex pipe,
outside termination, mesh, and hood supplied by
others) Contact your dealer for availability).

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CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
Clearances may only be reduced by means approved by the regulatory authority.
It is very important to follow minimum clearances for chimney connectors to combustibles such as walls and
ceilings when installing the stove near non-combustible surfaces.
Figure 4: Tribute 8040 Clearances
Tribute Clearances
Parallel
Corner
Clearances (inches)
A
B
C
D
E
G
H
I
J
K
Single wall stove pipe without heat
shield
16.
5
19
21
24
27.5
13
17
25.
5
28.5
68.25
Single wall stove pipe with heat shield
16.
5
14.
5
16.
5
19.
5
27.5
13
11
19.
5
22.5
59.75
Double wall pipe w/ optional heat
shield
16.
5
8
10
13
27.5
13
7
15.
5
18.5
54
Figure 5: Tribute 8040 Allowable Minimum Alcove Clearances

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Figure 6: Tribute 8040 Fireplace Mantle and Trim Minimum Clearances

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Figure 7: Chimney Connector Clearances

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Venting Components and Configuration
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A
CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE!
CHIMNEY &CONNECTOR REQUIREMENTS
Single wall connector is 24 MSG or 25 MSG
blued steel stovepipe.
Double wall connector (close clearance pipe)
which must be used with a listed factory-built
“Type HT" chimney also may be used with a
masonry chimney to reduce clearances, is
available from several manufacturers, your dealer
can help you choose. Some air insulated
connector pipe models available are Simpson
Dura Vent DVL and Metalbestos DS. Security,
GSW and Ameritec also have acceptable close
clearance connector pipe.
When used in a mobile home, a spark arrester is
required. (See page 15)
Chimney connector shall not pass through floor
or ceiling, nor any attic or roof space, closet or
similar concealed space. Where passage
through a wall or partition of combustible
construction is desired, the installation shall
conform to NFPA 211 or CAN/CSA - B365.
It is very important to follow minimum clearances
for chimney connectors to combustibles such as
walls and ceilings when installing the stove near
non-combustible surfaces. Typical chimney
connector clearances are outlined below. The
single wall clearances are generic; the Double
wall clearances are for Simpson Dura Vent DVL,
check the specifications from the
manufacturer of your connector.
COMPONENTS OF A VENTING SYSTEM
The complete venting system consists of several
components: chimney connector, wall thimble, wall
pass-through, chimney, and liner. It is absolutely
necessary that you install all of these components
within the clearances to combustibles discussed
earlier to install your stove safely.
To protect against the possibility of a house fire, you
must properly install and constantly maintain the
venting system. Upon inspection, immediately
replace rusted, cracked, or broken components.
The chimney connector is the stovepipe from the
woodstove to the chimney. The chimney
connector stovepipe must be 6" (152 mm)
diameter, 24 MSG or 25 MSG blued steel
connector pipe. Do not use aluminum or
galvanized steel pipe - they cannot withstand the
extreme temperatures of a wood fire.
A thimble is a manufactured (or site-constructed)
device installed in combustible walls through
which the chimney connector passes to the
chimney. It keeps the walls from igniting. You
must use a wall thimble when installing a
chimney connector through a combustible wall
to the chimney.
A wall pass-through (or chimney support
package) also keeps the walls from igniting.
You must use one when connecting through a
wall or ceiling to a prefabricated chimney.
Only install this stove to a lined masonry
chimney or an approved high temperature
prefabricated residential type building heating
appliance chimney. Do not connect this stove to
a chimney serving another appliance; you will
compromise the safe operation of both the wood
stove and the connected appliance.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT THIS APPLIANCE
TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
A liner is the UL 1777 or ULC S635 (for factory
built fireplace or masonry) chimney.
You must connect your stove to a chimney
comparable to those recommended in this manual.
Do not use stovepipe as a chimney. Use stovepipe
for freestanding installations only to connect the
stove to a proper chimney.
INSTALLING A VENTING SYSTEM
Stovepipe sections must be attached to the stove
and to each other with the crimped end toward the
stove. If creosote builds up, this allows the creosote
to run into the stove and not the outside of the
stovepipe and onto the stove.
Secure all joints, including attaching the stovepipe to
the stove's flue collar, with three sheet metal screws.
Install #10 x 1/2" (3 mm x 13 mm) sheet metal
screws into the holes pre-drilled in the flue collar.
Leaving off the screws can cause joints to separate
from the vibration that results from a creosote
chimney fire.
You can simplify connecting stovepipe by using
additional accessories such as telescoping pipes,
slip-connectors or clean-out tees. These
accessories ease the inspection of your chimney, as
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(without moving the stove) when you periodically
inspection the stovepipe connection and chimney.
Install the stove as close as practical to the chimney,
while maintaining all proper clearances. Install
stovepipe that is as short and as straight as
possible. Horizontal runs of stovepipe should
always rise away from the stove a minimum of 1/4"
per foot (21mm/m).
Long runs of stovepipe to increase heat dispersal
are not recommended. Using longer lengths of
stovepipe or more connecting elbows than
necessary increase the chances of draft resistance
and the accumulation of creosote buildup.
In general, you do not need to install a stovepipe
damper with the Tribute. Some installations,
however, could benefit from a stovepipe damper,
such as a tall chimney which can create a higher
than normal draft. In such cases, a damper can help
regulate the draft. The Tribute requires a draft
between 0.06" wc and 0.1" wc. For drafts above
0.1" wc, install a stovepipe damper. This should be
checked at installation time.
Remember, the NFPA has recommended, minimum
clearances for chimney connectors to combustibles
such as walls and ceilings. Once the stove is
installed at safe distances from these combustible
surfaces, it is important to maintain these connector
clearances for the remainder of the installation.
CONNECTING YOUR WOODSTOVE
You can install your Tribute to a prefabricated metal
chimney or a masonry chimney.
PREFABRICATED METAL CHIMNEY
There are two ways to install a prefabricated metal
chimney:
1. An interior installation where the chimney
passes inside the residence through the ceiling
and roof.
2. An exterior installation where the chimney
passes through the wall behind the stove then
up the outside of the residence.
Whenever possible, choose an interior chimney. An
interior chimney heats up more quickly and retains
its heat; thus promotes a better draft and
discourages the formation of creosote. An exterior
chimney does not benefit from the warmth of being
surrounded by the building, so it typically operates at
lower flue temperatures than an interior chimney.
An exterior chimney’s draft is not as strong and may
experience increased creosote accumulation.
When connecting the Tribute to a prefabricated
metal chimney, you must follow, precisely, the
manufacturer's installation instructions. Use only
Type HT (2100 deg. F), prefabricated metal
chimneys listed per UL 103 or ULC S629 standards.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT THE STOVE TO A
CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
Ensure the size of the chimney’s flue is appropriate
for the Tribute. The Tribute requires a 6" (152 mm)
inside diameter flue for new installations. A 6”
diameter flue provides adequate draft and
performance. You can use an 8" (203 mm) diameter
existing flue with a reducer. An oversized flue
contributes to creosote accumulation. (In this case,
bigger is NOT better.)
When purchasing a prefabricated chimney to install
with your stove, be sure to also purchase from the
same manufacturer the wall pass-through (or ceiling
support package), "T" section package, fire-stops
(when needed), insulation shield, roof flashing,
chimney cap, and any other needed accessories.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when
installing the chimney and accessories. In addition,
be sure to maintain all manufacturers’
recommendations for the proper clearances to the
chimney.
MASONRY CHIMNEY
Consider two primary elements when connecting
your stove to a masonry chimney: the chimney itself
and the thimble where the stovepipe connects to the
chimney. Use only Code approved masonry
chimneys with a flue liner.
Before connecting to a masonry chimney, hire a
professional to examine the chimney for cracks,
loose mortar, and other signs of deterioration and
blockage. If the chimney needs repair, complete
them before installing and using your stove. Do not
install your stove until the chimney is safe for use.
Figure 8: Typical Masonry Fireplace Connection

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Ensure the chimney’s cleanout is complete and
working properly. To avoid a loss of draft, the
cleanout must close off completely. If allowed to
cool, your stove will perform poorly and creosote will
build up in the chimney.
Make sure the size of the chimney’s flue is
appropriate for this stove and that it is not too large.
Use a masonry chimney with 6” diameter (152 mm)
tile size for best results. An 8" x 8" (203 mm x 203
mm) liner will also work. An oversized flue will
contribute to the accumulation of creosote.
Use the following checklist to ensure that your
masonry chimney meets these minimum
requirements:
Chimney wall construction:
Brick or modular block at least 4" (102 mm)
thick.
A rubble or stone wall.
Flue liner:
Minimum thickness of 5/8" (16 mm).
Installed with refractory mortar.
At least 1" (25 mm) air space.
An equivalent flue liner must be a listed chimney
liner system meeting type HT requirements or
other approved material. Interior chimney
requirements:
At least 2" (51 mm) clearance to combustible
structure
Fire stops must be installed at the spaces where
the chimney passes through floors and/or
ceiling.
Insulation must be 2" (51 mm) from the chimney.
Exterior chimney requirements:
At least 1" (25 mm) clearance to combustible
structure.
Chimney height requirements: (See Illustration)
At least 3 feet (0.9 m) higher than the highest
part of the roof opening through which it passes.
At least 2 feet (0.6 m) higher than any part of the
roof within 10 feet (3 m) measured horizontally
from the top of the chimney.
This stove requires a minimum chimney height of 13
feet (4 m). The maximum allowable chimney height
is 30 feet (9m).
Figure 9: Chimney Height Requirements

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Figure 10: Typical Allowable Chimney Configurations

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INSTALLING IN AMOBILE HOME
Follow these mandatory requirements for installing
your stove in a mobile home:
Install the stove in accordance with 24 CFR,
Part 3280 (HUD)
You must use the Tribute outside air kit
Assembly 390-53400
Ensure that the outside air inlet must remain
clear of any objects, leaves, icing, snow, or other
debris. Keep the inlet away from any exhaust
fans. The inlet requires an adequate amount of
ventilation. If the inlet becomes restricted during
operation, the unit may starve for room air,
which may cause smoke spillage and an inability
to maintain a proper fire. This smoke may set off
any smoke detectors if installed.
Permanently attach the stove to your mobile
home’s floor. Use 1/4" holes in each leg base to
bolt down the stove.
Install one of the following Dura-Vent Mobile
Home Chimney & Connector Kits:
6DP-MH 6” Diameter S/N 9096N
7DP-MH 7” Diameter S/N 9196N
8DP-MH 8” Diameter S/N 9296N
Each kit includes:
Stainless spark arrester cap, storm collar,
Adjustable vented flashing –0/12 –6/12,
Two 24” Dura/Plus* chimney pipes, 24”
support box with built-in starter section and
trim.
* (UL or ULC approved equipment is acceptable).
Chimney must be removed when transporting
Mobile Home.
Use silicone to create an effective vapor barrier
at the location where the chimney or other
component penetrates to the exterior of the
structure.
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING
ROOM
CAUTION: MAINTAIN THE STRUCTURAL
INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME WALLS,
FLOOR, CEILING, AND ROOF WHILE YOUR
STOVE IS INSTALLED AND IN USE.
Figure 11

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Operation
Once your Tribute is installed, you are ready to light
a fire. Hearthstone pressure tests each wood stove
before we ship, so you should be able to easily light
your first fire.
WARNING: HOT WHILE IN OPERATION.
KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND
FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE
SKIN BURNS.
Please read this entire chapter before lighting your
first fire. It explains the controls and features of your
wood stove, how to choose firewood, and how to
break-in your stove and use it on a daily basis.
CHOOSING FIREWOOD
Burn only natural firewood (known as cordwood)
in the Tribute 8040 Woodstove. This stove is not
designed, or certified to burn other fuels.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR
FLAMMABLE FLUIDS TO START THE FIRE. DO
NOT USE CHARCOAL, PELLETS, COAL,
ARTIFICIAL LOGS OR ANY OTHER MATERIALS
AS FUEL; THEY ARE NOT SAFE. DO NOT BURN
GARBAGE.
The quality of your firewood directly affects heat
output, duration of burn and performance of your
stove. Softwoods generally burn hotter and faster,
while hardwoods burn longer and produce better,
longer lasting coals. Density and moisture content
are two critical factors to consider when purchasing
wood for your stove.
The following is a list of some wood species and
their relative BTU (British Thermal Unit) content. The
higher the BTU content, the longer the burn.
Firewood with higher BTUs is generally ideal for a
woodstove.
Wood Heat Value: Sorted By Btu
Content
Common Name
Lb/ cord
MBTU/
cord
High
Osage Orange (Hedge)
4,728
32.9
Hickory, Shagbark
4,327
27.7
Hop Hornbeam (Ironwood)
4,267
27.3
Beech, Blue (Ironwood)
3,890
26.8
Birch, Black
3,890
26.8
Locust, Black
3,890
26.8
Hickory, Bitternut
3,832
26.7
Locust, Honey
3,832
26.7
Apple
4,100
26.5
Mulberry
3,712
25.8
Oak, White
4,012
25.7
Medium High
Beech, European
3,757
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Maple, Sugar
3,757
24
Oak, Red
3,757
24
Ash, White
3,689
23.6
Birch, Yellow
3,689
23.6
Medium
Juniper, Rocky Mtn
3,150
21.8
Elm, Red
3,112
21.6
Coffeetree, Kentucky
3.112
21.6
Hackberry
3,247
20.8
Tamarack
3,247
20.8
Birch, Gray
3,179
20.3
Birch, White (Paper)
3,179
20.3
Walnut, Black
3,192
20.2
Cherry
3,120
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Ash, Green
2,880
19.9
Cherry, Black
2,880
19.9
Elm, American
3,052
19.5
Elm, White
3,052
19.5
Sycamore
2,808
19.5
Ash, Black
2,992
19.1
Maple, Red
2,924
18.7
Fir, Douglas
2,900
18.1
Medium Low
Boxelder
2,797
17.9
Alder, Red
2,710
17.2
Pine, Jack
2,669
17.1
Pine, Norway (Red Pine)
2,669
17.1
Pine, Pitch
2,669
17.1
Catalpa
2,360
16.4
Hemlock
2,482
15.9
Spruce, Black
2,482
15.9
Pine, Ponderosa
2,380
15.2
Low
Aspen, American
2,290
14.7
Butternut (Walnut, White)
2,100
14.5
Spruce
2,100
14.5
Willow
2,100
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Fir, Balsam
2,236
14.3
Pine, White (Eastern,
Western)
2,236
14.3
Fir, Concolor (White)
2,104
14.1
Basswood (Linden)
2,108
13.8
Buckeye, Ohio
1,984
13.8
Cottonwood
2,108
13.5
Cedar, White
1,913
12.2
Moisture content also plays a key role in the
performance of your stove. Wood freshly cut from a
living tree (green wood) contains a great deal of
moisture. As you might expect, green wood burns
poorly. You must season green wood before using it
in your wood stove. To season green wood properly,
split, stack, and allow it to air dry for a period of one
year. Green wood may provide less than 2000 Btu
per pound, whereas dry wood can provide up to
7000 Btu per pound.
Stack the firewood on skids or blocks to keep it off
the ground, cover only the top of the stack. Plastic or
tarps that cover the sides of the woodpile trap
moisture and prevent the wood from drying. As for
stacking, an old Vermonter said, "The spaces
between the logs should be large enough for a
mouse to get through, but not for the cat that's
chasing it."
CAUTION: DO NOT STORE FIREWOOD WITHIN
THE STOVE'S SPECIFIED CLEARANCES TO
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS.
BUILDING AFIRE
Once you understand the controls of your wood
stove and have chosen the appropriate firewood,
you are ready to start a fire.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Before lighting any fires, become familiar with the
location and operation of your stove's controls and
features and learn how to use them. For your own
safety, do not modify these features in any way.
FRONT DOOR HANDLE:The front door is for
loading wood into your stove, and for viewing the
fire; a fixed, rotating handle operates the front door
and latches the front door closed. To open the door,
lift the handle to the 10 o’clock position and pull on
the door. To latch the door, push the door closed
tightly then lower the handle to the 7 o’clock
position. Pull lightly on the door handle to ensure it
is properly latched.
PRIMARY AIR CONTROL:The air control lever is
located on the front lower left of the stove, just under
the ash lip. The primary air control regulates the
amount of air entering the firebox. Generally, the
more air entering the firebox, the faster and hotter
the rate of burn; conversely, less air creates a slower
burn. To fully open the primary air intake, move the
handle as far as it will go to the left; move the handle
as far as it will go to the right, to close the primary air
control. The primary air opening does not close
completely.
BREAKING IN YOUR WOOD STOVE
It is imperative that your stove is "broken in"
gradually. Soapstone must be "seasoned"; over-
firing a new stove may cause soapstone to crack or
may damage other stove parts. Natural moisture in
the freshly quarried soapstone must be driven out
slowly to minimize the “shock” to the stone of its first
exposure to high firebox temperatures. In addition,
the asbestos-free furnace cement must be cured
slowly to ensure adequate sealing and bonding.
When you light your first fires, the wood stove will
emit some smoke and fumes. This is normal “off-
gassing” of the paints and oils used when
manufacturing the wood stove. If you find it
necessary, open a few windows to vent your room.
The smoke and fumes will usually subside after 10
to 20 minutes of operation. The odor and smoke will
end once the stove is “cured”.
The first fires may produce other odors from
impurities that exist in the area immediately
surrounding the stove. Some of these impurities can
be from cleaning solvents, paint solvents, cigarettes,
smoke, pet hair, dust, adhesives, a new carpet,
scented candles, and new textiles. These odors will
generally dissipate over time. You can alleviate
these odors by opening a few windows or otherwise
creating additional ventilation around your stove. If
any odor persists, remove the impurities, or contact
your dealer or an authorized service technician.
If you adhere to the following break-in procedure, as
well as all other operating procedures in this manual,
the cast iron and soapstone components of your
stove will give you many years of trouble-free use.
With use, the color of the soapstone may change
and small fractures may appear on the surface of
the stone. These changes will only add character
and distinction to your stove.
Avoid the following conditions that can cause the
soapstone or cast iron pieces to break:
Do not throw wood into the stove.