Hudson River Stove Works SENECA Series User manual

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Installation and Operating Instructions For
SENECA
SMALL & MEDIUM SIZE WOOD STOVES
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE YOUR NEW ROOM
HEATER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE,
BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.
SAFETY NOTICES
When this room heater is not properly installed, a house fire may result. To reduce the risk of fire, follow
the installation instructions. You must contact local building, fire officials, or authority having
jurisdiction about restrictions, permit and installation inspection requirements in your area.
DO NOT INSTALL IN AMOBILE HOME.
DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO START THE FIRE.
DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPHTHA OR
ENGINE OIL.
UNITS ARE HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE
AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS.

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16” - USA
FLOOR PROTECTION
The main precaution when installing a wood stove is to leave sufficient space between the stove
(top, sides, back, front, and under stove pipes) and any other material that can catch fire.
If the stove is to be installed on a combustible floor, it must be placed on an approved 1/2” non-
combustible hearth pad with k = 0.84 BTU/in ft2hr oF. In the USA, the floor protector must
extend 8” beyond each side of the flue loading door and 16” to the front.
Fig. 4
In a rear vent installation the floor protection must also extend under the stovepipe a minimum
of 2” beyond either side of the pipe.
Although it is recommended that homeowners purchase pre-manufactured hearth boards for
floor protection, there are acceptable alternative materials that may be used.
YOU DETERMINE IFALTERNATE FLOOR PROTECTION MATERIALS ARE
ACCEPTABLE.
All floor protection must be non-combustible (i.e., metals, brick, stone, mineral fiber boards,
etc.). Any organic materials (i.e., plastics, wood paper products, etc.) are combustible and must
not be used. The floor protection specified includes some form of thermal designation such as
R-value (thermal resistance) or k-factor (thermal conductivity). Use the formulas and charts
below to make determine if alternate materials are acceptable.
8” - USA
8” - USA

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PROCEDURE TO DETERMINE ALTERNATE FLOOR PROTECTION:
1. Convert specification to R-value:
i. R-value given - no conversion needed.
ii. k-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in inches: T
k
1
R×=
iii. K-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in inches: T
xK
R×= 12
1
iv. r-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in inches: R = r x T
2. Determine the R-value of the proposed alternate floor protector.
i. Use the formula in step (1) to convert values not expressed as “R”.
ii. For multiple layers, add R-values of each layer to determine overall R-value.
3. If the overall R-value of the system is greater than the R-value of the specified floor protector, the alternate is
acceptable.
Common K and R Values Charts
Material Thickness R-Value
Ceramic Board (Fibrefrax) 1/2" 1.100
Ceramic Board (Micore) 1/2" 1.100
Common Brick 4" 0.800
Common Brick 2-1/4" 0.450
Gypsum or Plaster Board 1/2" 0.450
Cement Board (Wonderboard) 1/2" 0.200
Durorock 1/2" 0.200
Limestone 1" 0.153
HardiBacker Cement Board 1/4" 0.130
Cement Mortar 1/2" 0.100
Slate 1" 0.100
Concrete 1" 0.095
Marble 1" 0.090
Granite 1" 0.083
Ceramic Pavers 1" 0.080
Flagstone 1" 0.079
Sandstone 1" 0.079
Ceramic Tile 1/4" 0.020
SOURCE:
1) The Chimney Sweep On-line Library http://www.chimneysweeponline.com/horvalue.htm

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SOURCE:
http://hearth.com/econtent/index.php/articles/k_values_what_does_it_all_mean?id=64_0_1_0_M1
Material K value R Value | inches-K value .84 | inches-R value of 1
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Micore 300 0.43 2.33 0.5 0.43
Wonderboard (cement board) 1.92 0.52 2.3 1.92
Common Brick 5 0.20 6.0 5
Cement Mortar 5 0.20 6.0 5
Ceramic Tile 12.5 0.08 14.9 12.5
Marble 11 0.09 13.1 11
Air Space (ventilated) 0.7 1.43 0.8 0.7
sand and gravel 1.7 0.59 2.0 1.7
Drywall (gypsum) 1 1.00 1.2 1

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INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
It is extremely important that you respect required installation distances and that you respect local installation
regulations. This is for your safety! The manufacturer is not responsible for the product, if it is not installed
following these recommendations. These clearances may only be reduced by means approved by the regulatory
authority.
A combustible surface is anything that can burn (i.e. sheet rock, wall paper, wood, fabrics etc.) These surfaces
are not limited to those that are visible and also include materials that are behind non-combustible materials. If
you are not sure of the combustible nature of a material, consult your local fire officials.
Parallel Installation Corner Installation
ClearancesforSmallSeneca SingleWallPipeDoubleWallPipe
A‐Chimneyconnectortobackwall 20"20"
B‐Chimneyconnectortosidewall 25"24"
C‐Chimneyconnectortocornerwall 22"22"
D‐Unittobackwall 16"16"
E‐Unittosidewall 16"15"
F‐Unittocornerwall 13"13"
ClearancesforMediumSeneca SingleWallPipeDoubleWallPipe
A‐Chimneyconnectortobackwall 19"12"
B‐Chimneyconnectortosidewall 26"24"
C‐Chimneyconnectortocornerwall 19"16"
D‐Unittobackwall 17"10"
E‐Unittosidewall15"13"
F‐Unittocornerwall 8.5"5.5"
WARNING: DO NOT MAKE COMPROMISES DURING INSTALLATION. FOLLOW
ALL CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS AND CHIMNEY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE REQUIREMENTS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY
DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.

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CHIMNEY CONNECTION
The chimney connector is a single walled pipe used to connect the stove to the chimney. For use
with the appliance the chimney connector MUST be 6” in diameter, with a minimum thickness
of 24gauge black steel or 26gauge blued steel.
Aluminium and galvanized steel pipe is not acceptable for use with the appliance. These
materials cannot withstand the extreme temperatures of a wood fire and can give off toxic
fumes when heated.
DO NOT USE THE CONNECTOR PIPE AS A CHIMNEY.
Each chimney connector or stovepipe section must be installed to the stove flue collar and to
each other with the male (crimped) end toward the stove. See fig 5.
Fig. 5
This prevents any amount of condensed or liquid creosote from running down the outside of the
pipe or the stovetop. All joints, including the flue collar connection must be secured with three
sheet metal screws to ensure that the sections do not separate.
For the best performance the chimney connector should be as short and direct as possible, with
no more than two 90°elbows. The maximum horizontal run is 36” and a recommended total
length of stovepipe should not exceed 10 feet. Always slope horizontal runs upward ¼” per foot
toward the chimney.
No part of the chimney connector may pass through an attic or roof space, closet or other
concealed space, or through a floor ceiling. All sections of the chimney connectors must be
accessible for cleaning. Where passage through a wall or partition of combustible construction
is desired, the installation must conform to NFPA 211 or CAN/CSA-B365, and is also addressed
in this manual.

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CHIMNEY INSTALLATION:
DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. DO
NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
This room heater must be connected to a 6” factory built UL 103 HT chimney (ULC S629, in
Canada) or a code-approved masonry chimney with a flue liner. These flues and required
chimney connector must be in good condition and kept clean.
Factory Built Chimney
When a metal prefabricated chimney is used, the manufacturer’s installation instructions must
be followed. You must also purchase (from the same manufacturer) and install the ceiling
support package or wall pass-through and “T” section package, firestops (where needed),
insulation shield, roof flashing, chimney cap, etc. Maintain proper clearance to the structure as
recommended by the manufacturer. The chimney must be the required height above the roof or
other obstructions for safety and proper draft operation. See page 8 for chimney termination
requirements.

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MASONRY CHIMNEY
Ensure that a masonry chimney meets the minimum standards of the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) by having it inspected by a professional. Make sure there are no cracks,
loose mortar or other signs of deterioration and blockage. Have the chimney cleaned before the
stove is installed and operated. When connecting the stove through a combustible wall to a
masonry chimney, special methods are needed. Refer to Combustible Wall Chimney Connector
Pass-Throughs on page 9.

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