New Buck Corporation 18 User manual

MODEL 18
NON-CATALYTIC UNIT
FEATURES
PREPARATIONS INSTALLATION
OPERATION MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Buck Stove
SAFETY NOTICE
IF THIS HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY
RESULT. FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
CONTACT THE AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION (SUCH AS MUNICIPAL
BUILDING DEPARTMENT, FIRE DEPARTMENT, FIRE PREVENTION
BUREAU, etc.) CONSULT BEFORE INSTALLATION TO DETERMINE THE NEED
TO OBTAIN A PERMIT. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
TESTED AND LISTED BY: ITS/WARNOCK HERSEY, MIDDLETON, WI
MANUFACTURED BY NEW BUCK CORPORATION
200 ETHAN ALLEN DRIVE
P.O. BOX 69
SPRUCE PINE, N.C. 28777
www.buckstove.com Revised October 2010

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Instructions................................................................................................................... 3
SECTION I: Introduction ............................................................................................................. 4
SECTION II: Masonry Insert Installation..................................................................................... 5
Installation Preparation-Fireplace................................................................................................. 7
Mounting Trim Panels ................................................................................................................. 9
SECTION III: Pre-Fab Insert Installation................................................................................... 12
SECTION IV: Residential Freestanding Installation.................................................................. 16
Freestanding Installation Clearances .......................................................................................... 18
Alcove Installation Clearances ................................................................................................... 24
SECTION V: Freestanding Mobile Home Installation............................................................... 26
Installation of Close Clearance Shields ...................................................................................... 28
SECTION VI: Wood Heater Safety............................................................................................ 34
.
SECTION VII: Operation ........................................................................................................... 35
SECTION VIII: Room air blower operation ............................................................................. 36
SECTION IX: Troubleshooting.................................................................................................. 37
Parts List ..................................................................................................................................... 39
Warranty ..................................................................................................................................... 40

EPA COMPLIANCE STATUS
The Model 18 heater meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Emission limits for
wood heaters sold after July 1, 1992. Under specific conditions this heater has been shown to
deliver heat at rates ranging from approximately 10,000 to 45,000 BTU/Hr for the Model 18.
MODEL 18
WOOD STOVE
1. Secondary air tubes
2. Blower Air Chamber
3. Primary air control
4. Warm air outlets
5. Baffles (interior of stove)
6. Air inlet
7. Door
8. Hearth extension
9. Power cord
10. Legs
11. Stainless steel plate
12. Secondary Air Channel
13. Brass cap
14. Hinge Block
15. Brass overlays
16. Brass overlay mounting
screws
17. Door glass & logo
18. Glass clips
19. Hearth Brass
20. Door Gasket
21. Side glass
22. Leveling screws
23. Firebrick
24. Motor
25. Shot gun air box
26. Disc thermostat
27. Door handle & brass spring handle
28. Air wash screen
29. Glass gasket
30. Door latch
31. Door latch screw
32. Blanket
33. Hinge pins
34. 6" Flue exit
1 11 34 4
20 16
7
15
30 & 31 21
27 16 26
3
2
9
22
24
23
25
610
12
19
8
29
18
33
14
13
5
32
Page 2

INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL 18
BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR NEW BUCK STOVE,
READ THE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
THESE UNITS GENERATE A LOT OF HEAT, SO TREAT THEM WITH CARE. HOT
WHILE IN OPERATION! KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY.
CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS. “DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO
START THE FIRE.” “DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS.” “DO
NOT CONNECT TO ANY DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.” READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING APPLIANCE. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY
INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCES.
 The New Buck Corp. non-catalytic Model 18 has been tested by ITS, Warnock Hersey to
ANSI/UL Standards 1482.
 Install and operate your unit according to instructions provided in this manual. Local
building codes may apply; therefore, contact your local building inspector or fire marshal
for necessary installation requirements and permits which may go beyond these
instructions. Contact your insurance company for coverage and installation inspection.
 If MODEL 18 is installed in a mobile home:
“DO NOT INSTALL IN SLEEPING ROOMS.”
• NOTE: When burning any unit or appliance that combusts fuel for heat, such as
coal, oil, wood or natural and (L.P.) liquid petroleum gas. We highly recommend the use
of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home.
 Examine masonry fireplace and chimney prior to installation of fireplace accessory to
determine that construction meets minimum fireplace construction requirements
illustrated in instructions, that it is free from cracks, loose mortar, creosote deposits and
other blockage or other signs of deterioration.
CAUTION
DO NOT USE MORE THAN ONE STOVE TO A CHIMNEY. DO NOT USE A FLUE
INTENDED FOR A GAS APPLIANCE. DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A
CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY
AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
 A factory-built pre-fabricated chimney may be used for your units when installed in
Page 3