Heritage Ovation Series Operating instructions

Ovation Series
Woodstoves and Fireplace Insert
OWNER’S MANUAL AND
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Read this manual and all safety notes.
Keep for future reference.
Freestanding models: OV-2100, OV-2600, and OV-3000
Fireplace insert model: OV26-BF-I
All Ovation appliances are EPA certified
Heritage Energy Systems, 4 Stewart Road, Collingwood, Ontario L9Y 4K1
www.Heritage-energy.com • [phone]
(OV-504)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
OVATION LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY......................................................... 4
SAFETY RULES .............................................................................................................. 7
CERTIFICATION LABEL (SAMPLE)......................................................................... 9
OVATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................... 10
FUEL............................................................................................................................. 10
FANS ............................................................................................................................ 10
FIRST FIRE.................................................................................................................. 10
BUILDING AFIRE...................................................................................................... 11
COMBUSTION CONTROL ........................................................................................ 11
HIGH BURN MODE.................................................................................................... 12
MEDIUM BURN MODE ............................................................................................. 12
LOW BURN MODE..................................................................................................... 13
REFUELING FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE...................................................... 14
SMOKING –CAUSES................................................................................................. 14
IMPORTANT NOTES................................................................................................... 16
MAINTAINING YOUR OVATION STOVE .............................................................. 17
CREOSOTE.................................................................................................................. 17
CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE...................................................................................... 17
CHIMNEY FIRES........................................................................................................ 18
GOLD DOOR CARE.................................................................................................... 18
ASHES AND THE ASH PAN ...................................................................................... 18
FIREBRICK REPLACEMENT.................................................................................... 19
DOOR INSTALLATION ............................................................................................. 21
DOOR ADJUSTMENT................................................................................................ 22
GLASS CLEANING..................................................................................................... 22
GLASS REPLACEMENT............................................................................................ 23
GLASS-CERAMIC SPECIFICAITONS...................................................................... 23
GASKET REPLACEMENT......................................................................................... 23
CLEARANCES ............................................................................................................ 25
CHIMNEY.................................................................................................................... 25
FACTORY-BUILT CHIMNEY ................................................................................... 26
MASONRY BUILT CHIMNEY .................................................................................. 26
ALCOVE INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 27
FLOOR PROTECTION................................................................................................ 27
THIMBLE INSTALLATION....................................................................................... 28
OUTSIDE AIR COMBUSTION .................................................................................. 30
HEARTH PAD REQUIREMENTS.............................................................................. 31
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION............................................................................. 32
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS....................................................................................... 32

VENTING..................................................................................................................... 32
OUTSIDE AIR.............................................................................................................. 32
OVATION OV-26BF-I WOOD-BURNING INSERT (BAY FLAME) ................... 33
INSTALLATION, GENERAL RULES ....................................................................... 33
FIREBRICK INSTALLATION.................................................................................... 38
OV26-BF-I INSERT CLEARANCES.......................................................................... 39
HOW IT WORKS........................................................................................................... 40
WOOD COMBUSTION BASICS................................................................................ 40
APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................. 43
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APPENDIX B: OPERATING TIPS............................................................................. 44

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OVATION LIMITED WARRANTY
OVATION LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
1. To Whom Extended. Heritage warrants its products to the original purchaser only.
2. Products/Components Warranted. Heritage makes the following warranties regarding its
Woodstoves and Insert:
a. Heating Units. Except as set forth below, Heritage warrants its woodstoves and inserts to
be free from defects in materials and workmanship, subject to the terms, conditions and
restrictions set forth below:
b. Blowers, Fan Speed Controls, and Electrical Components. Heritage warrants the
blowers, fan speed controls, and electrical components of its woodstoves and inserts to be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date
of purchase, subject to the terms, conditions, and restrictions set forth below.
3. Terms, Conditions, and Restrictions
a. Products Not Covered. The above warranties do not apply to glass, refractory materials
such as refractory cement or fire brick, gaskets, and irons, paint, coal grates, fire logs,
and/or other devices designed to hold and support fuel, optional and standard accessories,
and all parts not permanently attached to the heating unit. Parts not permanently attached
to the heating unit are those items whose design allows removal from the unit, including
those removable with common hand tools.
b. Exclusions. The above warranties do not apply to the following conditions or
circumstances:
1. To conditions resulting from Ovation woodstoves and inserts, which are,
installed other than in accordance with Ovation specifications.
2. To conditions resulting from failure to provide reasonable and necessary
maintenance for the Ovation woodstoves and inserts in accordance with
Ovation operating and maintenance instructions.
3. To conditions resulting from the alteration or modification of any Ovation
woodstoves and inserts by anyone other than Heritage or a person duly
authorized by Heritage to complete such alteration or modification.
4. To conditions resulting from failure to use and operate the Ovation woodstoves
and inserts in accordance with Ovation operating and maintenance instructions
or as a result of other misuse of the product.
5. To conditions not involving defects in material or workmanship.
6. To conditions resulting from the improper firing (overfiring) resulting in
warpage or burning of materials in any Ovation woodstove or insert.
c. Warranty Registration Card. The above warranties are void and will not apply unless
the original purchaser fills out the enclosed Warranty Registration Card and returns said
warranty card to Heritage within thirty (30) days subsequent to the date of original
purchase from an authorized Heritage dealer.
4. Remedies in the Event of Failure. In the event an Ovation woodstove or insert fails to perform as
warranted, the following terms and conditions will apply:
a. Heating Unit. Heritage will repair, or at its option, replace any warranted part of the
heating unit, which fails to perform as warranted, subject to the terms, conditions and
restrictions set forth herein.
b. Blowers, Fan Speed Controls, and Electrical Components. If the blowers, fan speed
controls, or components of the Ovation woodstoves or inserts fail to perform as warranted
for one (1) year subsequent to the date of purchase, Heritage Energy Systems will repair,
or at its option, replace the defective product or component.
c. Warranty Service and Freight Costs. The original consumer must notify Heritage
Energy Systems of any defect by providing the following information:
1. The model number of the Ovation woodstove and insert;
2. The date of original purchase;
3. The date of installation; and
4. A description of the nature of the defect or problem.

If service is required, the original purchaser must send the product or component, freight
or postage prepaid, to Heritage. Heritage will not pay freight or postage costs relating to
products or components returned for warranty service.
d. Repairs. All repairs made by Heritage will be to the original manufacturing
specifications.
e. Cost of Repair or Replacement. Heritage will repair, or at its option, replace the
defective products or component pursuant to the conditions set forth above. The original
purchaser is responsible for the payment of any costs and expenses of disassembly,
removal and reinstallation of any defective product or component and any other services
involved. None of such costs or expenses is covered by this warranty and Heritage is not
liable for any of them.
5. Limit on Damages. In no event shall Heritage be liable for damage to property, most profits,
injury to goodwill, or any other special, incidental or consequential breach of the above expressed
warranties. Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
6. Limitations of Implied Warranties. Heritage expressly limits all implied warranties.
INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. Some
provinces do not allow limitations of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation
may not apply to you.
7. Legal Rights. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights,
which vary from province to province.
8. No Other Warranty – These Remedies Are Exclusive. Unless otherwise explicitly agreed to in
writing, it is understood that this is the only warranty given by Heritage, and Heritage neither
assumes nor authorizes anyone to assume for it any other obligations or liability in connection with
this Ovation woodstove or insert product.
9. Heritage is not responsible for inadequate stove system draft caused by air conditioning,
heating, mechanical or general home construction conditions that may generate negative
pressure in the property.
10. Chimney product is covered by a specific manufacturer’s warranty and is not covered by the
Heritage product warranty.
11. Additional Information. If you wish to obtain additional information or resolve questions
concerning the interpretation of any warranties of Ovation, please write:
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Heritage Energy Systems
4 Stewart Road
Collingwood, Ontario L9Y4K1

Name___________________________________________________
Address_________________________________________________
City____________________Province__________ Zip_______________
Dealer_______________________________________________________
City____________________Province__________ Zip_______________
Date of Purchase ______________________________________________
Model ___________________ Serial No. __________________________
The express warranties made by Heritage do not apply unless the original purchaser returns this card to Heritage within
thirty days (30) from date of original purchase.
Signature _______________________ Date___________________
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SAFETY RULES
Warning: THE AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION (such as municipal building
department, fire department, fire prevention bureau, etc) SHOULD BE
CONSULTED BEFORE INSTALLATION TO DETERMINE THE NEED TO
OBTAIN A PERMIT.
Warning: Hot operation! Keep children, clothing, and furniture away from this product.
Contact with skin may cause burns. Never leave children unattended when there is a fire
burning in the wood-burning appliance.
Warning: Do not use chemicals, fluids, such as gasoline, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or other
similar liquids to start or rekindle a fire. Keep combustible materials at least 48 inches
clear of the wood-burning appliance at all times.
Warning: When cleaning the wood-burning appliance, all ashes should be placed in an approved
metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed ash container should be placed on a non-
combustible floor or on the ground outside the house until the ash has had time to cool
properly before disposal.
Warning: Do not burn garbage or other foreign matter in any wood-burning appliance.
Warning: Do not use other products not specifically approved for use with this wood-burning
appliance. Any such use violates the warranty in its entirety. Contact your local authorized
Heritage Dealer or Heritage directly for any necessary clarification.
Warning: Heritage does not recommend the use of solid fuel fire log products.
Warning: The use of some fuels (e.g. charcoal) can generate carbon monoxide and create hazards
associated from carbon monoxides. Ensure the hazards of any solid fuel being used in the
Ovation stoves are understood before burning occurs.
Warning: Heritage strongly recommends the use of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your
home. At a minimum, these devices should be checked on a semi-annual basis.
Warning: CAUTION: DO NOT OVERFIRE THE STOVE.
Over firing is created by burning large amounts of small wood pieces such as pallets,
construction lumber, or combustible scraps for extended periods of time or over
firing is created by burning the stove with the ash pan open. The stove should never
be operated with the ash pan open. Either of these types of operation will create
intense fires and heat inside the appliance. With such over firing, extreme
temperatures can occur on the outer surface of the stove causing warpage and
endanger occupants or combustible materials in the area of the appliance. The best
way to insure against overfiring is to place a surface thermometer on the top of the
stove. (Note: Steel melts at approx. 1000 Deg. F.)
Warning: DO NOT CONNECT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
This wood-burning appliance must be connected to (1) a listed type HT (2100°F)
chimney per UL 103 or ULC S629, or (2) a code-approved masonry chimney. The
chimney flue size should not be less than the appliance flue collar or more than three
times greater than the cross-sectional area of the flue collar.
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Warning: Do not use a grate or andirons or similar methods to elevate the fire.
Warning: Do not operate any wood-burning appliance without the ash pan installed and closed.
Warning: Heritage strongly recommends products be installed and serviced by professionals who
are certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America or the National Fireplace Institute
(U.S.) or Wood Energy Technical Training (Canada). Improper installation can produce
property damage or personal injury.
Warning: Do not operate the appliance if the door glass is broken or a door gasket is missing or
damaged. Use of a non-closed door or malfunctioning door or door subassembly may
allow smoke to be drawn into the room. The door should remain closed during operation.
Warning: Fresh outside air must be supplied to this appliance from one of two sources: (a) Fresh air
can either be admitted into the room (through an open window, door, etc.) If fresh outside
air is provided in this manner a minimum of eight square inches of opening must be
provided for use. (b) Or fresh outside air can be provided to the woodstove directly
through a 4-inch diameter pipe connected to the stove’s air inlet. It is dangerous to operate
a stove with an outside combustion air inlet blocked or closed.
Warning: Burning of wet unseasoned wood can cause excessive creosote accumulation in the stove or
chimney. If the creosote ever catches fire, it will create intense heat and is dangerous to
both property and personnel. Chimneys should be annually inspected by a certified
chimney sweep.
Warning: Do not install this stove in a garage or any other building where flammable materials or
chemicals are stored.
Warning: Do not connect this stove to any air distribution duct or system.
Warning: Read this entire manual before installation and use of this product. If this product is not
properly installed, a house fire may result. To reduce risk of fire, follow the installation
instructions. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or
even death.
Warning: All attachments and connections of the chimney sections must be attached with a minimum
of three sheet metal screws to the product and to each adjoining section.
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CERTIFICATION LABEL (sample)
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OVATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FUEL
Your Ovation Stove should be fueled with seasoned cordwood. Hardwoods will provide more
energy per pound of wood because of higher density than softwoods. If hardwoods are utilized to
fuel your appliance, the results will be a longer burning fire that requires less frequent refueling. It
is recommended that whether hardwood or softwood is used, the moisture content of the wood
should not exceed 20%. If wood moisture content is extremely high, the wood will be difficult to
burn resulting in lower burn efficiency, increased creosote, and increased annual maintenance
requirements. Very dry firewood will burn well but will increase emissions output and burn at
accelerated burn rates requiring more frequent refueling of the stove.
Do not burn scrap, garbage, treated wood or wood such as driftwood which has been exposed to salt
or other chemicals that will corrode the firebox and chimney. Do not burn large amounts of paper,
cardboard, tree trimmings, or building construction materials. The intense fires these products
create may overheat the stove thus causing damage to the unit, a fire outside the firebox, or even a
chimney fire.
FANS
All freestanding Ovation models have been approved for operation with or without an optional fan
(blower). The optional blower kit may be mounted on the back of the unit per instructions
provided.
The Ovation OV26-BF-I insert comes equipped with two blowers that have been factory installed.
On medium to high burns, using a blower fan will increase the heat transfer and provide more room
heat. Properly route the power supply cord (usually along the floor behind the stove) so that it
remains cool with no chance of melting against the stove.
FIRST FIRE
Before using your Ovation Stove for the first time, ensure that all packaging material has been
removed. Remove all glue with mild soap and ensure the door window has been cleaned of all
foreign material before starting the first fire. If a gold door has been purchased, ensure proper
cleaning before the first fire. If proper cleaning of the gold door is not completed prior to burning,
permanent damage can occur to the gold finish.
It is best to ensure that the first three fires are small and short in duration. Use only enough
firewood to ensure no more than a one-hour burn until three fires have been burnt. The purpose of
these small fires is to allow proper curing of the refractory bricks and the exterior paint. The first
fires may produce slight smoking due to curing of the paint and steel. In addition, any dust that has
accumulated on the stove will burn off during these first few fires. The owner should be prepared
to open windows for ventilation during the first few fires. The owner should be alert to setting off a
smoke alarm that is located in the same or adjacent rooms to the Ovation Stove.
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BUILDING A FIRE
Check for proper draft. Preheat the flue if necessary in order to establish proper draft. Several
crumpled balls of newspaper can be placed into the firebox to preheat the chimney. Once heated,
additional small crumpled papers can be added with small dry pieces of kindling added on top of
the paper. Crisscrossing this small kindling over the paper will create airspace between the
kindling thus ensuring a quicker start to the fire. It is important that air can circulate around the
kindling during the start up process. Open the Ovation Stove combustion air control fully (pull
handle to its fully extended position) and ignite the newspaper with a match or lighter. Hold the
door slightly ajar until a good flame is established (2 or 3 minutes). Close the door to the stove
once the newspaper is well ignited. As soon as the kindling fire is established, you can add
cordwood. It is recommended that cordwood be placed inside the firebox from front to back (that is
the fuel should have its longest dimension perpendicular to the door) and not crisscrossed or placed
crossways in the firebox.
The Ovation Stove should be operated with the air control fully open until such time that the owner
believes the fire is well established. In the event the air control is closed before the Ovation reaches
efficient operating temperature the heating performance of the stove will be diminished.
Experimentation will be required in order to familiarize you with establishing optimum burning and
therefore maximum heating efficiency. Remember, the Ovation has over 100 pounds of firebrick
that must be thoroughly heated in order for the stove to operate efficiently. Do not use grates,
andirons, or other devices to elevate the firewood. Once the stove heats up, the operator can adjust
the primary air control to the desired setting.
COMBUSTION CONTROL
Although not recommended, the Ovation system can be operated with a flue damper installed. This
flue damper must then be used in conjunction with the Ovation combustion air control in order to
control the burn rate of the appliance. As is standard practice with hi-tech high efficiency stoves,
the Ovation combustion air control controls all air entering the firebox. This combustion air control
allows the owner more precise control of the fire by accurately controlling the air available for
combustion. The combustion air control is located below the ash lip at the center of the stove, as
shown in Figure 1. This control is fully open when pulled out or away from the stove. The
combustion air control is completely closed when the control is pushed all the way into the stove.
To ensure no air leakage or air infiltration into your home when the Ovation Stove is not
FIGURE 1: COMBUSTION AIR DAMPER CONTROL
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in use; the combustion air control lever should be kept in its closed position. This will minimize air
leakage through the chimney. The combustion air control should be fully opened before opening

the door to eliminate the possibility of a back draft into the room where your stove is located. Open
the door slowly to avoid back drafting or back puffing. In addition, by fully opening the
combustion air control, the stove will immediately start an accelerated burn; therefore, gloves
(leather wood-burning gloves are recommended) should be worn when adding fuel or for any use
when the door is open to the appliance. Wearing gloves will assist in avoiding burns due to the
intense heat of the stove.
HIGH BURN MODE
The maximum heat output can be obtained from your Ovation Stove by operating the firebox with a
full load of wood, the door closed, and the combustion air control fully open. This high burn mode
ensures an extremely hot fire while generating the maximum heat output. The Ovation line of
stoves can produce a maximum range of between 60,000 to 70,000 BTU of heat per hour,
depending on the model being burned. Operating the Ovation in the high burn mode will
necessitate the need for refilling the firebox with fuel more frequently. The amount of fuel needed
and the time between refueling is dependent on many factors including moisture content of wood,
type of wood, environmental factors, and chimney type and height. To obtain a longer burn time,
the combustion air control can be partially or fully closed. By adjusting the combustion air control
from its fully open position, the owner will obtain longer burn times by reducing the burn rates of
the fuel. These reduced combustion modes are covered in the following paragraphs.
FIGURE 2: HIGH BURN AIR DAMPER SETTING
CAUTION must be used when operating the Ovation Stove with the combustion air control fully
open. Only seasoned hardwood should be burnt in this manner. Burning softwoods, small dry
pieces of construction scraps, trash or paper with the combustion air control wide open will cause a
very high temperature fire to be created. This high temperature fire can permanently damage the
Ovation firebox or create hazardous situations. Extreme care must be exercised when operating any
stove in an accelerated combustion mode. In fact, Heritage strongly recommends that the Ovation
appliance NOT be operated in an accelerated combustion mode for more than one hour
continuously. Failure to observe this recommendation may cause excessive heat buildup and
damage the gold door plating or the cast door paint.
MEDIUM BURN MODE
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Heritage recommends that medium combustion mode operation be utilized for routine operation of
the Ovation Stove. Operating the stove in the medium combustion mode will minimize the amount
of creosote on the glass and in the chimney while providing extended burn times as compared to
high burn mode. The combustion air damper should be set somewhere between the ¼ and ½ closed
position as shown in Figure 3 to obtain a medium combustion fire. The precise setting for your
Ovation Stove combustion air control depends on many factors, including chimney length, wood

moisture content, draft, and fuel selection. Do not be afraid to experiment to find the optimum
position to satisfy your requirements for a warm and satisfying fire. As an example, a tall warm
chimney will necessitate closing the combustion air damper more due to the natural draw created by
the flue gases being drawn through the chimney. A stovetop thermometer should be used for
maximum stove performance and safety.
FIGURE 3: MEDIUM BURN AIR DAMPER SETTING
To establish proper medium combustion burn mode, close the combustion air damper completely
and then set the combustion air damper somewhere between the ¼ to ½ closed setting. The firebox
should contain at least several medium size pieces of wood burning on a bed of hot coals. The
Ovation Stove heat output will be between 30,000 and 50,000 BTU per hour in the medium
combustion burn mode. In order to maintain a constant medium heat output, load more firewood
about every four to five hours. Burn times and heat output will be significantly reduced if
softwoods are used in place of seasoned hardwoods.
LOW BURN MODE
When the Ovation Stove air combustion control is fully closed, as shown in Figure 4, a low
combustion fire will occur. Low combustion will not put the fire out but there will be a noticeable
change in the flame pattern. The flames will be slow and intermittent and may appear dirty if the
wood is too wet i.e., a moisture content of 20% or more.
FIGURE 4: LOW BURN AIR DAMPER SETTING
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During the low combustion burn mode, creosote may accumulate on the glass doors. Low
combustion burning should only be used after the firebox has been allowed to reach a hot operating
temperature i.e., the air combustion control has been fully open to produce a hot fire for about an
hour. Low combustion can be used at night in order to reduce the heat output and to prolong the
burn. The loading time will be between six to twelve hours. This however, may cause excessive
creosote buildup.

REFUELING FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE
The Ovation Stove performance will be greatly enhanced if the operator will fully open the
combustion air control after refueling. If this process is followed, the firebox and chimney system
will return to optimum operating temperature in the shortest period of time. Combustion efficiency
is directly affected by firebox temperature. Following the above process will ensure maximum
efficiency of your stove over the longest period of time. The upper part of the firebox temperature
should exceed 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit or higher in order to achieve maximum operating
efficiency. To obtain this firebox temperature after reloading of wood, the Ovation should be
operated with the combustion air control fully open for a minimum of 15 to 30 minutes. Again, the
time will vary depending on the room heat, moisture content of the wood and the type of wood
being burned. Once the Ovation has reached a proper operating temperature (approx. 550 deg F.),
the combustion air control can be gradually closed. A good indication that the proper temperature
has been reached is when a flame can be seen at the top of the firebox. This upper fire indicates
excellent combustion and will ensure cleaner glass, less creosoting, greater efficiency, and the
greatest warmth and viewing pleasure for your family to enjoy.
SMOKING – CAUSES
In order to reduce the problematic issue of smoke escaping from the Ovation Stove when opening
the firebox door, always ensure that the combustion air damper is in the fully open position before
the door is opened. CAUTION: ALWAYS open the door very slowly. This will ensure that the
stove is drafting through the fresh air intake and the chimney system rather than using your house
as a source for air or the expulsion of air. Your stove has been designed and tested to provide
smoke free operation. Occasionally, there may be a small amount of smoking due to the fact that
the chimney system has not reached proper operating temperature. A warm chimney system
ensures maximum draft efficiency for the firebox. If the stove continues to smoke, it is probably
for one of the following reasons:
1. Doors Partly Open
Always operate the Ovation Stove with the door fully closed.
2. Negative Pressure
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As the fire burns, the exhaust gases are drafted up and out of the chimney system. The Ovation
Stove is “pulling” fresh air from somewhere to keep the fire burning properly. A stove will
draw air to the firebox from inside the house if no other source of fresh air is available.
Remember that a minimum of eight square inches of fresh air must be available if the four-inch
outside air duct is not used with the Ovation. If your Ovation Stove has been properly installed,
fresh combustion air will be supplied through some outside available air source. Check the
Ovation Stove by temporarily opening a window near the stove. With the door closed and a
fire operating, you should see no change in the fire when the window is temporarily closed.
This check ensures your Ovation Stove has an adequate air supply

3. Fan Operation (i.e., bathroom, kitchen, attic, clothes dryer, etc.)
Exhaust fans draw air out of a home and may actually create negative pressure (absence of air
or reduced air pressure inside a well sealed home.) When operating your Ovation hi-tech stove,
ensure that all of your home’s exhaust fans are turned off or that a window is opened slightly to
ensure these fans do not create a negative pressure inside your home. If these exhaust fans are
operated, even with a window slightly open, they still may pull so much air from the house as
to create a smoke condition inside the home.
4. Wet Wood
Wet or uncured firewood or wood with high sap content will smolder and smoke instead of
burning as efficiently as seasoned woods. Improperly seasoned wood will increase annual
maintenance and operating costs of your Ovation Stove. It is worth your time, money, and
enjoyment to ensure that you have good seasoned wood to burn in your Ovation Stove.
5. Blocked Chimney
The chimney serves as an exit for all gases created during the burn process. Blockage (heavy
soot, dirt, or debris) of either the chimney or the air intake port may make the Ovation Stove
operate improperly or render it unusable. Always ensure, prior to the heating season, that a
qualified chimney sweep or stove service technician has checked the stove, chimney, and any
outside air intake system for proper operation.
6. Chimney To Short
The Ovation Stove minimum chimney height is 8 feet. The chimney must extend at least 3 feet
(915 mm) above its point of contact with the roof and at least 2 feet (610 mm) higher than any
roof or wall within 10 feet (3 cm) of it. If installed with offsets, the minimum chimney height
is 12 feet. Additional chimney height will increase draft and therefore will decrease the
tendency of the Ovation to smoke. Figure 5 shows a sloped roof chimney installation.
FIGURE 5: CHIMNEY INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS
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7. Poor Chimney Draft
Perform the following simple test of your chimney draft. With no fire in the Ovation firebox
hold a lit match (smoke should be trailing from the match) inside the firebox towards the upper
one third of the top of the firebox. If the draft is proper, you should see the match smoke
exhausted up through the firebox. Chimneys installed against an outside wall without
insulation may generate back draft problems, which will cause problems in starting your
Ovation fire. This problem occurs because the chimney is cold and thus holds its temperature
for some time despite a fire in the firebox. To minimize this problem open a nearby window.
Now roll up a piece of paper and light it inside the firebox. Hold this lit paper towards the
upper part of the firebox. It may be necessary to repeat this step several times in order to obtain
proper operating temperature in the chimney so a good draft can be sustained. Be careful not to
burn yourself with the paper. Once you see the smoke from the lit paper is drafting better you
can build a better fire.
IMPORTANT NOTES
1. Never use gasoline, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or other flammable liquids to start
a fire.
2. Do not burn coal. The sulfur in coal will corrode the firebox.
3. Do not burn ocean driftwood or other waterlogged wood. The salt will corrode the
firebox and chimney.
4. Do not operate the Ovation Stove with its door partially open, except for the first few
minutes during startup.
5. Do not abuse your Ovation Stove by burning paper, cardboard, or construction material
such as pressed wood, plywood, or lumber as part of a normal fire.
6. Do not allow wood to smolder or burn without flame, this will produce excessive
creosote in the unit. The flame is an indication that the solid fuel is decomposing and
burning off gases. Without a flame, these gases will add to the cooling effect, remain
unburned, and add to annual maintenance costs.
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7. Never operate your stove with the ash drawer open.

MAINTAINING YOUR OVATION STOVE
CREOSOTE
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with
expelled moisture to form a black deposit called creosote. Creosote is unspent fuel. Creosote is an
indication of improper operation of the stove, improper fuel or high moisture content, improper
combustion airflow, or improper installation. Creosote will accumulate on the interior of all stove,
connector pipe, and chimney linings. If left to build up, creosote can create a potential fire hazard
within the stove and chimney system. When ignited, creosote burns extremely hot. If the creosote
deposit within a chimney system is large, then the resultant chimney fire will damage the firebox,
chimney, and potentially overheat a surrounding wood frame within the house causing a structural
fire.
Creosote formation can be kept to a minimum by routinely building small hot fires rather than slow
burning, smoldering fires, by proper refueling of a fire, by ensuring proper combustion air
availability, and by monitoring the fire during the burn process. In addition, each year the
homeowner should have the Ovation Stove and chimney inspected and cleaned as necessary to
assist in preventing chimney fires.
CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE
Regular chimney inspection and maintenance combined with proper operation will help prevent
chimney fires. The golden rule of operating a stove is to KEEP THE CHIMNEY CLEAN. Do not
allow more than one sixteenth of an inch of creosote buildup in the Ovation Stove or chimney
system. The amount of creosote created by operating the Ovation Stove will depend on variables
such as the frequency of use and the type of fire that is routinely burnt. We recommend:
1. Inspect the chimney system weekly or before each use. From this the operator will gain
knowledge of how often it will be necessary to clean or have the chimney cleaned.
2. Hire a qualified chimney sweep to clean the Ovation Stove and chimney system at least
once a year.
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3. Do not use chemical cleaners to keep your chimney clean. If necessary, the rain cap at the
top of the chimney system can be removed to inspect or clean the chimney system. There
are a number of different methods used to attach a rain cap to a chimney; therefore, it is
recommended you consult the manufacturer of such systems on how to best remove the
rain cap. Once the rain cap is removed, increased access allows for better inspection or
cleaning of the chimney system.

CHIMNEY FIRES
Regular Ovation chimney maintenance and inspection will minimize the potential of a chimney
fire. If the Ovation Stove owner ever encounters a chimney fire, follow these steps:
1. Alert any occupants in the house of the fire danger and ensure that everyone exits the
building in a quick and orderly fashion.
2. Keep the stove door fully closed and immediately close the combustion air control.
3. Call the local fire department. It is better to have the fire department arrive before they are
needed then after the house is already in blazes.
4. Always use a dry chemical fire extinguisher, baking soda, or sand to control the fire. Do
not use water as it may cause a dangerous steam explosion.
5. Inspect outside the house to ensure that sparks and hot embers coming out of the chimney
are not igniting the roof or any adjacent building or property.
6. If a chimney fire has ever occurred, DO NOT USE THE OVATION STOVE again until
both a qualified chimney sweep and a local fire department inspector reviews the system
and provides written approval that the stove and chimney may be used.
GOLD DOOR CARE
The Ovation gold door should be wiped down regularly to ensure that the luster and beauty of the
door lasts the life of the stove. Always use an approved glass cleaner (i.e. Windex, Glass Plus) and
a lint free soft cloth to polish the doorframe. DO NOT use any abrasives, like steel wool, brass
polish, cleaners, like Comet, or other household cleaners. If improper cleaners are used, the
Ovation door will be permanently scratched and the finish ruined. A damaged door can be returned
to Heritage for refinishing. Heritage can accomplish door repair for the Ovation Stove owner but it
is expensive. With proper care in cleaning the Ovation gold door and other polished surfaces,
expensive repair can be avoided and a lifetime of enjoyment will be yours.
Black doors require no specific care.
ASHES AND THE ASH PAN
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The Ovation Stove has an ash pan located in the bottom of the firebox. Access to this ash pan is
obtained below the ash lip at the bottom of the stove. Always remove ashes after they have been
allowed to cool properly. Hot ash is dangerous to both surrounding areas and occupants and can
cause fires or severe burns. Wait until the fire has been out for a minimum of 24 hours. Then open
the bottom ash pan and remove it. Proper gloves should be worn anytime the ash pan is removed.
Dump the ash in a proper ash container and remove to a safe outdoors area. Remember that
although the ash may look and feel cool to the touch, a smoldering ember can start a fire.
CAUTION: Care should be used to store any ash in a proper container with an approved airtight
lid. If ash is taken outside, water should be poured over the ash to ensure no fire flare up can occur.

FIREBRICK REPLACEMENT
The intense repetitive heat inside the Ovation firebox will normally cause hairline cracks in the
firebrick. Proper curing as described in “first fires” will minimize these cracks and extend the life
of the Ovation firebrick. Small cracks will not normally diminish the effectiveness of the firebrick;
however, if large cracks develop in the firebrick, replace them. To replace the Ovation firebrick
refer to the following stove specific firebrick replacement charts:
Fibreboard Baffle Fibreboard Baffle
FIGURE 6a: OVATION MODEL 2100 FIREBRICK SYSTEM
BACK FLOOR BRICK PART NO. SIZE OF BRICK
(4) - #1 (3) - #1
(2) - #4 (2) - #2 PP-868 - #1 - 1 ¼ X 4 ½ X 9 (FULL SIZE)
(1) - #5 PP-868 - #2 - 1 ¼ X 3 X 9
SIDES (1) - #6 PP-868 - #3 - 1 ¼ X 4 ½ X 4 ½
(8) - #1 PP-868 - #4 - 1 ¼ X 4 ½ X 9 (NOTCHED)
(2) - #3 FRONT PP-868 - #5 - 1 ¼ X 2 ½ X 4 ½
(2) - #2 PP-868 - #6 - 1 ¼ X 1 ½ X 4 ½
(1) - #9 PP-868 - #8 - 1 ¼ X 2 1/2 X 6
(1) - #8 PP-868 - #9 - 1 ¼ X 2 1/2 X 8 1/2
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Fibreboard Baffle Fibreboard Baffle
FIGURE 6b: OVATION MODEL 2600 FIREBRICK SYSTEM
BACK FLOOR BRICK PART NO. SIZE OF BRICK
(4) - #1 (3) - #1
(2) - #4 (2) - #2 PP-868 - #1 - 1 ¼ X 4 ½ X 9 (FULL SIZE)
(1) - #5 PP-868 - #2 - 1 ¼ X 3 X 9
SIDES (1) - #6 PP-868 - #3 - 1 ¼ X 4 ½ X 4 ½
(8) - #1 PP-868 - #4 - 1 ¼ X 4 ½ X 9 (NOTCHED)
(2) - #3 FRONT PP-868 - #5 - 1 ¼ X 2 ½ X 4 ½
(2) - #2 PP-868 - #6 - 1 ¼ X 1 ½ X 4 ½
(1) - #8 PP-868 - #8 - 1 ¼ X 2 1/2 X 6
(1) - #9 PP-868 - #9 - 1 ¼ X 2 1/2 X 8 1/2
Fibreboard Baffle Fibreboard Baffle
FIGURE 6c: OVATION MODEL 3000 FIREBRICK SYSTEMS
BACK FLOOR BRICK PART NO. SIZE OF BRICK
(4) - #1 (3) - #1
(2) - #4 (2) - #2 PP-868 - #1 - 1 ¼ X 4 ½ X 9 (FULL SIZE)
(1) - #5 PP-868 - #2 - 1 ¼ X 3 X 9
SIDES (1) - #6 PP-868 - #3 - 1 ¼ X 4 ½ X 4 ½
(8) - #1 PP-868 - #4 - 1 ¼ X 4 ½ X 9 (NOTCHED)
(2) - #3 FRONT PP-868 - #5 - 1 ¼ X 2 ½ X 4 ½
(2) - #2 PP-868 - #6 - 1 ¼ X 1 ½ X 4 ½
(1) - #9 PP-868 - #8 - 1 ¼ X 2 1/2 X 6
(1) - #8 PP-868 - #9 - 1 ¼ X 2 1/2 X 8 1/2
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