Pacific energy VISTA INSERT-C Installation guide

010606-20 VISTA INSERT-C 5055.3231
TESTED and LISTED
to ULC S628 / UL 1482
Meets the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency's July 1990 Particulate Emission
Standards
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY NOTICE
If this stove is not properly
installed, a house fire may
result. For your safety, follow the
installation directions. Consult
local building or fire officials
about restrictions and installation
inspection requirements in your
area.
INSTALLATION
AND OPERATING
GUIDE
Model
Pacific VISTA
INSERT
Series - C

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Contents
Safety ................................................................................................................................................ 3
Clearances ......................................................................................................................................... 3
Masonry or Factory Built Fireplace...................................................................................... 3
Installation......................................................................................................................................... 5
Fireplace Specifications ........................................................................................................ 5
Into a Masonry Fireplace ...................................................................................................... 5
Full Flue Liner - (Required in Canada)................................................................................ 6
Direct Flue Connection - (USA only).................................................................................. 6
Into a Factory Built Fireplace ............................................................................................... 6
Surround Assembly and Installation..................................................................................... 7
Combustion Air..................................................................................................................... 8
Blower............................................................................................................................................... 8
Blower Operation.................................................................................................................. 8
Electrical Supply................................................................................................................... 8
Operation........................................................................................................................................... 9
Wood Selection..................................................................................................................... 9
How to Test Your Wood....................................................................................................... 9
Lighting the Fire ................................................................................................................... 9
Normal Operation ................................................................................................................. 9
Restarting After Extended or Overnight Burns .................................................................... 9
More Wood, More Heat........................................................................................................ 10
Proper Draft .......................................................................................................................... 10
Ash Removal......................................................................................................................... 10
Disposal of Ashes ................................................................................................................. 10
Creosote ............................................................................................................................................ 11
Formation and Need for Removal......................................................................................... 11
Chimney Fires....................................................................................................................... 11
In Case of a Chimney Fire .................................................................................................... 11
Avoiding a Chimney Fire...................................................................................................... 11
Maintenance...................................................................................................................................... 12
Blower Maintenance .............................................................................................................12
Baffle Removal .....................................................................................................................12
Appendix A....................................................................................................................................... 13
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................... 13
Firebrick Installation Instructions ......................................................................................... 14
Optional Mantel Shield.........................................................................................................15
Replacement Parts................................................................................................................. 16
Replacement Parts - Blower.................................................................................................. 17
Optional Hearth Trim Kit...................................................................................................... 18
Label ..................................................................................................................................... 19

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Safety
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING
ANDUSINGTHISAPPLIANCE.FAILURETOFOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY
DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.
We strongly recommend that smoke detectors be installed.
If smoke detectors have been previously installed, you may
notice that they are operating more frequently. This may be
due to curing of stove paint or fumes caused by accidentally
leaving the fire door open. Do not disconnect the detectors. If
necessary, relocate them to reduce their sensitivity.
SAFETY NOTICE: If this stove is not properly installed, a
house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation
directions. Consult local building or fire officials about restric-
tions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
The services of competent installer, certified by the Wood
Energy Technical program (WETT) - in Canada, Hearth Edu-
cation Foundation (HEARTH) - in U.S.A. (or equivalent) are
strongly recommended.
Clearances
Masonry or Factory Built Fireplace
The minimum required clearances to surrounding combustible
materials when installed into a masonry or factory built fireplace
are listed below and in Fig. #1.
Minimum Clearances to Combustibles
(Measured From Insert Body)
Adjacent Sidewall .................................9 in. (229 mm.)
Mantel ..............................................29.5 in. (749 mm.)
With Mantel Shield....................18.5 in. (470 mm.)
Top Facing .......................................29.5 in. (749 mm.)
With Mantel Shield....................18.5 in. (470 mm.)
Side Facing............................................9 in. (229 mm.)
Mantel or Top Facing
Side Facing
Hearth
Adjacent Wall
with mantel shield
Fig. # 1

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16”
Non-combustible hearth
23 1/2”
19 7/8” 15”
8”8”
Non-combustible fireplace hearth requirements:
The hearth may be flush with or raised above an adjacent
combustible floor and must extend 16” in front and 8” beyond
each side of the fireplace opening.
Ember protection:
Combustible floor beyond the hearth must be protected from
hot embers by non-combustible material extending 16” to the
firing side and 8” to other sides of the unit.
16”
Non-combustible hearth
Non-combustible
floor covering
Fig. # 2
Fig. # 3

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Installation
Your Insert is designed to be installed into a masonry or factory
built zero-clearance fireplace. The masonry fireplace must be
built according to the requirements of the Standard of Chim-
neys, Fireplaces, Vents and Solid Fuel Burning appliances,
N.F.P.A. 211 (Latest Edition) or applicable National, Provin-
cial, State or local codes. The installation shall conform to
CAN/CSA-B365, Installation Code for Solid-Fuel-Burning
Appliances and Equipment. The factory built zero-clearance
fireplace and its chimney must be listed per UL 127 or ULC
S610 standards.
Warning: Under no circumstances is this heater to be installed
in a makeshift or "temporary" manner.
DO NOT CONNECTTHIS UNITTOACHIMNEYFLUE
SERVICING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
Fireplace Specifications
Your fireplace is required to have the following minimum
sizes:
WIDTH 23-1/2" (597 mm)
HEIGHT 19-7/8" (505 mm)
DEPTH 15" (381 mm)
Chimney height 15' (minimum).
A metal tag is provided and is to be fastened to the back
wall of the fireplace, if the fireplace has been modified to
accommodate the insert.
Into a Masonry Fireplace
Inspect your fireplace for cracks, loose mortar or other physi-
cal defects. If repairs are required, they should be completed
before installing your insert.
The fireplace chimney must be suitable for wood burning use.
Check for creosote build up or other obstructions, especially
if it has not been in use for some time.
The existing fireplace damper is to be locked open or removed
completely.
WARNING: Do not remove bricks or mortar from your
existing fireplace.
Exception: Masonry or steel, including the damper plate, may
be removed from the smoke shelf and adjacent damper frame
if necessary to accommodate a chimney liner, provided that
their removal will not weaken the structure of the fireplace
and chimney, and will not reduce protection for combustible
materials to less than that required by the National Building
Code.
The Insert must be installed in accordance with local and or
national building codes. The two methods of flue connection
that are acceptable in most areas are:
Full Flue Liner: where a listed stainless steel rigid or flex-
ible liner extends from the Insert flue collar to the top of the
chimney.
Direct Flue Connection: where a listed stainless steel rigid
or flexible liner extends from the Insert flue collar to the first
chimney flue liner.
Note: A clean-out door may be required under local codes,
when a direct flue connection is used. Consult local codes.
Pacific Energy highly recommends the use of a full liner
as the safest installation and providing optimum perform-
ance. When connected to a full liner, the Insert is able to
draft correctly and will prevent problems such as difficult
start-ups and smoking out the door.
Rain Cap
Stainless Steel
Rigid or Flex Liner
Fig. # 4 Full Flue Liner
Mantel or
Top Facing

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Full Flue Liner - (Required in Canada)
1) Measure the chimney height from the top of the existing
flue to the floor of the hearth. This will allow extra length
of liner for flashing and rain cap.
2) Feed the stainless steel liner from top of the chimney,
through the damper area and into the fireplace cavity.
3) Attach a stove connector to the bottom of the liner.
4) Push the Insert into position inside the fireplace and attach
the connector to the stove collar. Use the rear adjusting
legs to level the Insert.
Note: For better access, the top of the casing may be removed
(Fig. #4). If it is necessary to get access to the connector pipe
through the flue outlet of the Insert, the baffle can be removed
(see Baffle Removal section).
5) Measure, trim and shape a top flashing to fit the existing
chimney flue. Plan for a 1” to 1-1/2” overlap on each side.
Place flashing over top of the liner and seat firmly against
the tile.
6) Screw flashing collar to liner. Caulk gap around flashing
with RTV silicone.
7) Attach a rain cap to the end of the liner. A storm collar
may be used if desired.
Consult your local Dealer about relining your fireplace chim-
ney.
Direct Flue Connection - (USA only)
1) Measure from the first chimney flue liner to the top of the
Insert. Allow extra length of liner to insert into flue tile.
2) Feed the stainless steel liner through the damper area and
into the first chimney flue tile. Seal around pipe.
Note: A clean-out door may be required under local codes,
when a direct flue connection is used. Consult local codes.
3) Push the Insert into position inside the fireplace and attach
the connector pipe to the stove collar. Use the rear adjust-
ing legs to level the Insert.
Note: For better access, the top of the casing may be removed
(Fig. #6). If it is necessary to get access to the connector pipe
through the flue outlet of the Insert, the baffle can be removed
(see Baffle Removal section).
Chimney
Flue Liner
Fig. # 6
Into a Factory Built Fireplace
Your Insert may be installed into a factory built fireplace (size
permitting) with the following requirements:
1) Inspect your fireplace for damage or other physical defects.
The fireplace must be in good working condition. If in doubt
about its condition, seek professional advice. Check for
creosote build up or other obstructions inside the chimney,
especially if it has not been in use for some time. Before
installing, clean your chimney system thoroughly.
2) Afull stainless steel rigid or flexible flue liner meeting type
HT requirements (2100°F) per 1777 (U.S.) or ULC S635
(Canada) must be used for both safety and performance.
The liner must be securely attached to the Insert flue collar
and the chimney top.
3) The surround must be sealed to the fireplace front or the
damper area around the chimney liner must be sealed to
prevent room air entering the chimney cavity of the fire-
place.
4) The air flow within and around the fireplace must not be
altered by the installation of the Insert (i.e. no blockage of
louvers or cooling air inlet or outlet ports). This includes
the circulating air chambers in a steel fireplace or metal
heat circulator.
5) Alteration of the fireplace in any manner is not permitted
with the following exceptions:
a: external trim pieces which do not affect the operation
of the fireplace may be removed and stored on or within
the fireplace for re-assembly if the Insert is removed.
b: the chimney damper may be removed to install the
liner.
6" Stainless Steel
Rigid or Flex Liner
Mantel or
Top Facing
Direct Flue Connection
Fig. # 7

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Surround Assembly and Installation
1) Lay part A, B and C face down on a flat non-marring
surface. Fasten together with 1/4" x 1/2" bolts and nuts
provided through holes at points “D” (Fig. #8 and 11).
2) Lift the surround assembly to the upright position and
make sure the front face is flat and even at the joints.
3) Assemble the three trim pieces using the enclosed hardware.
Slide part F into the back corners of the trim and tighten
screws. Ensure the mitred corners fit tightly and evenly
(Fig. #9).
4) Slide the assembled trim over the surround from the top
(Fig. #8).
5) Tighten the retaining screws at the bottom of each trim
side (Fig. #10).
Fig. # 8
Fig. # 9
Fig. # 11
Fig. # 12
6) DO NOT LIFT THE SURROUND ASSEMBLY BY
GRASPING THE TRIM. Engage the bottom of the pre-
assembled surround onto the unit. The surround base is
notched to fit over the casing flange. (see Fig. #12) Pivot
surround assembly up into place and secure with 2 screws
in the upper corners of the casing. (see Fig. #13)
Part B
Trim
Fig. # 10
Trim
Retaining
Screw
Part F
Part A
Part C
Part A
Trim
D
D
D
1/4" Nuts
Part C
1/4" x 1/2" Long Bolts
Notch in Surround Base

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Blower
The Insert comes equipped with a variable speed circulating
air blower. The blower system is thermostatically controlled
for automatic operation, as well manually with a convenient
bypass switch.
Blower Operation
Automatic: To operate the blower automatically, push the
rocker switch to the “0” or OFF position and set the fan speed
control to a desired setting.
This will allow the blower to turn on automatically once the
Insert has come up to operating temperature. It will also shut
the blower off after the fire has gone out and the appliance
cooled to below a useful heat output range. On and Off times
will vary with installation and location of appliance.
Manual: To manually operate the blower, push the rocker
switch to the “1” or ON position and set the fan speed control
to a desired setting. This will bypass the temperature switch
and allow full control of the blower.
Suggested settings:
- Combustion air control setting of "L" (low), operate
blower speed control on “Low”.
- Combustion air control greater than "L" (low), operate
blower speed control at desired setting.
Electrical Supply
Circulating air blower electrical rating: 115V, 60 Hz, 80
Watts.
For your protection against shock hazard, use only a properly
grounded outlet that will accept a three-pronged plug. Do not
cut or remove the grounding prong.
Consult local codes or in the absence of local codes, with the
current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code and in the USA
with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest
edition).
7) Push the entire appliance back until the surround assembly
is in contact with the fireplace.
Combustion Air
Consult local building codes regarding combustion air supply.
Intake or combustion air can be supplied to the Insert in one
of two ways:
1) Outside air supply: Remove cover from ash clean out in
existing fireplace. Place a rodent screen in place of the
cover. Install the Insert as described in the "Installation"
section, making sure not to cover the opening of the air
inlet. When installation is complete, seal surround to fire-
place and anywhere else air may enter. This will ensure
combustion air is drawn from outside the house and into
the 7" x 2" intake at the lower rear of the appliance.
2) Room air supply: Remove the 4" knock-out plug from
either casing side prior to installation (Fig. #14). Install the
Insert as described in the "Installation" section. The Insert
will now draw its air from the room through the front.
Fig. # 13
Fig. # 14 Knock-out Plug
Fig. # 15
L2 (black)
G (green)
L1 (white)
Speed
Control
Blower
Thermo
Switch
By-pass
Rocker Switch

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Operation
Wood Selection
This heater is designed to burn natural wood only. Higher
efficiency and lower emissions generally result when burning
air-dried seasoned hardwoods, as compared to softwoods or
too green or freshly cut hardwoods.
Wood should be properly air dried (seasoned) for six months or
more. Wet or undried wood will cause the fire to smoulder and
produce large amounts of creosote. Wet wood also produces
very little heat and tends to go out often.
DO NOT BURN :
-Salt water wood * -Treated wood
-Wet or green wood -Coal/charcoal
-Garbage/Plastic * -Solvents
* These materials contain chlorides which will rapidly
destroy metal surfaces and void warranty.
Do not burn anything but wood. Other fuel, e.g. charcoal,
can produce large amounts of carbon monoxide, a tasteless,
odourless gas that can kill. Under no circumstances should
you attempt to barbecue in this heater.
How to Test Your Wood
Add a large piece of wood to the stove when it has a good
large bed of coals. It is dry if it is burning on more than one
side within one minute. It is damp if it turns black and lights
within three minutes. If it sizzles, hisses and blackens without
igniting in five minutes it is soaked and should not be burnt.
WARNING: Do not use grates or andirons to elevate the
fuel. Burn directly on the firebricks. Replace broken or
missing bricks. Failure to do so may create a hazardous
condition.
Your Pacific Energy heater is designed for maximum overall
efficiency at a moderate firing rate. Overfiring is hazardous
and a waste of fuel. Too slow a burn contributes to creosote
buildup and lowers combustion efficiency.
Lighting the Fire
WARNING: Never use chemicals or any other volatile
liquid to start a fire.
1) Adjust air control to "H" (high) position and open door.
2) Place crumpled newspaper in the centre of the heater and
criss-cross with several pieces of dry kindling. Add a few
small pieces of dry wood on top.
3) Ignite the paper and close the door.
4) After the fire as established itself, open the door and add
a few small logs. Close door.
5) Begin normal operation after a good coal base exists and
wood has charred.
Normal Operation
1) Set air control to desired setting. If smoke pours down
across the glass (waterfall effect), this indicates you have
shut the control down too soon or you are using too low a
setting. As every home’s heating needs vary (i.e. insula-
tion, windows, climate, etc.), the proper setting can only
be found by trial and error and should be noted for future
burns.
2) To refuel, adjust air control to "H" (high), and give the
fire time to brighten. Open door slowly, this will prevent
backpuffing.
3) Use wood of different shape, diameter and length (up to
18"). Load your wood from side to side and try to place
the logs so that air can flow between them. Always use
dry wood.
4) Do not load fuel to a height or in such a manner that would
be hazardous when opening the door.
5) For extended or overnight burns, unsplit logs are preferred.
Remember to char the wood completely on "H" (high)
setting before adjusting air control for overnight burn.
WARNING: Always keep loading door closed when burn-
ing. This heater is not designed for open door burning.
Restarting After Extended or Overnight
Burns
1) Open door and rake hot embers towards the front of the
heater. Add a couple of dry, split logs on top of embers,
close door.
2) Adjust air control to "H" (high) and in just a few minutes,
logs should begin burning.
3) After wood has charred, reset air control to desired set-
ting.
4) When burning at a slow rate for extended periods, oc-
casionally maintain a strong fire under supervision for a
couple of hours to relieve firebox and chimney deposits
as well as any of the deposits on the glass.

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Ash Removal
Whenever ashes get 3 to 4 inches deep in your firebox, and
when fire has burned down and cooled, remove excess ashes.
Leave an ash bed approximately 1 inch deep on the firebox
bottom to help maintain a hot charcoal bed.
Disposal of Ashes
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fit-
ting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a
non-combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all
combustible materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are
disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed,
they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders
have thoroughly cooled. Other waste should not be placed in
this container!
WARNING: This method is not a substitute for regular
chimney inspections and cleaning.
5) To achieve maximum firing rate, set control to "H" (high).
Do not use this setting other than for starting or preheating
fresh fuel loads.
DO NOT OVERFIRETHIS HEATER: Attempts to achieve
heat output rates that exceed heater design specifications can
result in permanent damage to the heater and chimney.
WARNING: No alteration or modification of the combus-
tion air control assembly is permitted. Any tampering will
void warranty and could be very hazardous.
More Wood, More Heat
Seasoned wood has approximately 7500 BTU’s per pound.
If you put 10 pounds of wood in your stove for an eight hour
burn the wood will be producing 9375 BTU’s per hour. (7500
BTU x 10 lbs / 8 hrs. = 9375 BTU’s per hr.). If you put 20
lbs of wood in your stove for an eight hour burn you will get
18,750 BTU’s per hr. (7500 BTU x 20 lbs / 8 hrs. = 18,750
BTU’s per hr.). This is only an example and is based on 100%
efficiency. In reality, your stove should perform in the 70%
efficiency range.
Experience will give you the right settings for proper combus-
tion and efficient burning. Remember the air inlet setting is
affected by variables such as type of wood, outside temperature,
chimney size and weather conditions. With practice, you will
become proficient in operating your heater and will obtain the
performance for which it was designed.
Proper Draft
1) Draft is the force which moves air from the appliance up
through the chimney. The amount of draft in your chimney
depends on the length of the chimney, local geography,
nearby obstructions and other factors.
2) Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures in the
appliance. An uncontrollable burn or a glowing red stove
part or chimney indicates excessive draft.
3) Inadequate draft may cause backpuffing into the room and
plugging of the chimney. Smoke leaking into the room
through appliance and chimney connector joints indicates
inadequate draft.