True North B Series User manual

INSTALLATION
AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY NOTICE:
If this stove is not properly installed, a
house re may result. For your safety, follow
the installation instructions. Contact local
building or re officials about restrictions
and installation inspection requirements in
your area.
IMPORTANT:
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO REMAIN
WITH THE HOMEOWNER
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL: TN20
SERIES: B
SERIAL #
110618-28 TN20.B 100000064
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TESTED and LISTED
to ULC S627 / UL 1482
Meets the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency's May 2020 Cribwood Particulate
Emission Standards

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Contents
Specications ............................................................................ 3
Efciency and BTU Output................................................. 3
Safety and Maintenance ............................................................ 4
Maintenance Checks ................................................................. 5
Weekly: ............................................................................... 5
Monthly .............................................................................. 5
As Needed.......................................................................... 5
When Cleaning the Chimney System:................................ 5
Blower: ............................................................................... 5
Chimney Smoke and Creosote Formation......................... 6
Chimney Fires .................................................................... 6
To Avoid a Chimney Fire..................................................... 7
In the event of a Chimney Fire ........................................... 7
Operation ................................................................................... 8
Wood Selection .................................................................. 8
DO NOT BURN:.................................................................. 8
How to Test Your Wood...................................................... 9
Lighting a Fire..................................................................... 9
Normal Operation............................................................... 9
Restarting After Extended or Overnight Burns ................ 10
Proper Draft...................................................................... 10
Curing of the Paint Finish................................................. 10
Ash Removal .................................................................... 10
Disposal of Ashes............................................................. 10
Heat Output...................................................................... 10
Stove Dimensions ................................................................... 11
Residential Installation ............................................................. 11
Residential Clearances..................................................... 12
Crate Removal ................................................................. 12
Ember Protection .................................................................... 13
Securing Bracket Installation: .......................................... 13
Procedure:........................................................................ 14
Through Wall Installations ............................................... 17
Mobile Home Installation ......................................................... 19
Mobile Home Clearances................................................. 19
Installation ........................................................................ 19
Procedure:........................................................................ 19
Combustion Air ........................................................................ 20
Leg Model ........................................................................ 20
Bafe Board / Tube Installation ............................................... 21
Removal ........................................................................... 21
Installation ........................................................................ 21
Optional Blower ....................................................................... 22
Blower Installation............................................................ 22
Blower Operation ............................................................. 22
Firebrick Installation ................................................................ 23
Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 24
Replacement Parts .................................................................. 25
Rating Label ............................................................................ 26
Rating label location......................................................... 26
HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE
BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL
COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO
TOUCH GLASS.
!
WARNING
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual describes the installation and operation of the True North, TN20 Series B Freestanding wood heater.
This heater meets the 2020 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's crib wood emission limits for wood heaters
sold after May 15, 2015. Under specific test conditions this heater has been shown to deliver heat at rates rang-
ing from 13,150 to 28,350 Btu/hr.
NOTE: WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS BE INSTALLED IN
THE AREA WHERE THE HEATER IS TO 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 re door open. Do not disconnect the detectors.
SAFETY NOTICE: If this stove is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the instal-
lation instructions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection require-
ments in you area.
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.

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Specifications
EPA Certied Emissions 1.6 grams per hour
LHV Tested Efciency 1 78%
HHV Tested Efciency 2 72.7%
EPA BTU Output 3 13,900 to 29,200 btu/hr
Peak BTU/Hr Output 4 55,000
Maximum Wood Length 20 inches
Ideal Wood Length 18 inches
Fuel Seasoned Cord wood
1 Weighted Average Lower Heating Value (LHV) efciency as
tested using CSA B415 Performance testing of solid-fuel-
burning heating appliances. LHV assumes the moisture is
already in a vapour state so there is no loss of energy
2 Weighted Average Higher Heating Value (HHV) efciency
as tested using CSA B415 Performance testing of solid-fuel-
burning heating appliances. HHV includes the energy required
to vaporize the water in the fuel
3 The range of BTU outputs is based on efciency using CSA
B415 Performance testing of solid-fuel-burning heating appli-
ances and burn rates from the low and high EPA tests using
Douglas Fir dimensional lumber.
4 The Peak BTU/hr is based on efciency using CSA B415
Performance testing of solid-fuel-burning heating appliances,
the Maximum one hour High burn rate from the High Burn EPA
test and the BTU content of cord wood (8600 btu/lb).
Efficiency and BTU Output
Experience will give you the right settings for proper combustion
and efcient burning for the wood you are using. Remember the
correct air inlet setting is affected by variables such as type of
wood, outside temperature, chimney size and weather conditions.
With practice, you will become procient in operating your heater
and will obtain the performance for which it was designed.

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1. Burn only dry and well seasoned cord wood. The denser or heavier the wood when dry, the greater its
heat value. This is why hardwoods are generally preferred. Green or wet wood will cause a rapid buildup
of creosote. If you feel it is necessary to burn wet or unseasoned wood, do so only with the air inlet set
open enough to maintain a good strong re and fairly high chimney temperatures. Do not attempt to burn
overnight using green wood or wet wood. Wet wood can cause up to 25% drop in heater output, as well
as contributing signicantly to creosote buildup.
2. Remove ashes frequently. Embers can roll out the door and create a re hazard. Maintain a 1"(25mm)
minimum ash base.
3. If glass becomes darkened through slow burning or poor wood, it can readily be cleaned with replace
glass cleaner when stove is cold. Never scrape with an object that might scratch the glass. The type and
amount of deposit on the glass is a good indication of the ue pipe and chimney buildup. A light brown
dusty deposit that is easily wiped off usually indicates good combustion and dry, well-seasoned wood and
therefore relatively clean pipes and chimney. On the other hand, a black greasy deposit that is difcult to
remove is a result of wet and green wood and too slow a burning rate. This heavy deposit is building up at
least as quickly in the chimney.
4. DOOR GASKETS - The gasket used for the True North (5/8"(16mm) medium density berglass rope)
requires only light pressure to seal. This will prolong seal life. It is important that the door seal be main-
tained in good condition. Periodically inspect seals and replace if necessary. Follow instructions included
in the Gasket kit obtainable from your nearest True North dealer.
5. DOOR GLASS - Do not slam loading door or otherwise impact glass. When closing door, make sure that
no logs protrude to impact the glass. If the glass gets cracked or broken, it must be replaced before using
the stove. Replacement glass can be obtained from your dealer. Use 9-1/4"(235mm) x 13-1/4"(337mm) x
5 mm. Ceramic glass only. Do not substitute with any other type.
• -To remove broken glass, undo the four retaining screws and remove clamps, noting position for
re-assembly. Remove all particles of glass. Be careful as they are very sharp. Install new glass complete
with gasket. Replace clamps and screws.
CAUTION:
- do not overtighten, tighten screws very carefully
- do not clean glass when hot
- do not use abrasive cleaners on glass
6. The area where boost combustion air enters the rebox must be kept clear of excessive ash buildup
which will block air ow. This area is at the front of the rebox.
7. Do not store wood within heater installation clearances, or within the space required for fuel loading
and ash removal. Keep the area around the heater clean and free of loose combustibles, furniture,
newspapers, etc.
Safety and Maintenance
WARNING: Never use chemicals or any other volatile liquid to start a fire. Do not burn garbage, or
flammable fluids such as gasoline, naptha, or engine oil.
WARNING: ONLY USE MATERIALS SUPPLIED BY MANUFACTURER WHEN DOING MAINTENANCE OR
REPLACEMENTS.

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8. Establish a routine for the fuel, woodburning and Lighting techniques. Check daily for creosote buildup in
the rebox, until you are experienced and are operating the stove cleanly and safely.
9. Be aware that the hotter the re, the less creosote is deposited. More frequent chimney cleaning may be
necessary in mild weather or when burning "wet" or ubseasoned wood.
10. Instruct all members of your family on the safe operation of the heater. Ensure they have enough
knowledge of the entire system if they are expected to operate it. Stress the section on chimney res and
the importance of following the steps outlined "In Case of Chimney Fire".
Maintenance Checks
Check the following parts for damage such as cracks, excessive corrosion, burned out sections and exces-
sive warping:
Weekly:
• Firebrick - Visual, for cracking.
• Door Gasket - sagging, placement, damage.
Monthly
• Brick rail tabs and brick rails.
• Back side of airwash chamber.
• Boost tube cover.
• Top bafe board.
• Bafe Tubes.
As Needed
• It is recommeded that the chimney be inspected a minimum of every 2 months and cleaned as needed a
minimum of 2 times a year.
When Cleaning the Chimney System:
• Top heat shield and mounting bolt.
• Brick Rails.
• Manifold.
- Replace the bafe tubes if they show signs of cracking or breakage.
- Please contact your Dealer for replacement parts if you experience any of the damage listed above.
Continuing to operate your stove with broken parts may accelerate damage to other parts and will void your
warranty
Blower:
• The blower should be cleaned out a minimum every six months by using a vacuum on the grill openings in
the back and bottom of the blower casing to remove any dust and debris.

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Chimney Smoke and Creosote Formation
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapours, which combine with expelled
moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapours condense in the relatively cool chimney ue of a slow
burning re. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the ue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes
an extremely hot re. The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected periodically (at least once
every two months) during the heating season to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred. If creosote has
accumulated (3 mm. or more), it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney re.
1. Highest smoke densities and emissions occur when a large amount of wood is added to a bed of hot
coals and the air inlet is closed. The heated wood generates smoke, but without ample air, the smoke
cannot burn. Smoke-free, clean burning requires small fuel loads, two or three logs at a time or 1/4 to 1/2
of fuel load and leaving the air inlet relatively wide open, especially during the rst 10 to 30 minutes after
each loading, when most of the smoke generating reactions are occurring. After 30 minutes or so, the air
inlet can be turned down substantially without excessive smoke generation. Wood coals create very little
creosote-producing smoke.
2. The cooler the surface over which the wood smoke is passing, the more creosote will be condensed.
Wet or green wood contributes signicantly to creosote formation as the excess moisture that is boiled
off cools the re, making it difcult for the tars and gases to ignite, thus creating dense smoke and poor
combustion. This moisture-laden smoke cools the chimney, compounding the problem by offering the
smoke the ideal place to condense.
In summary, a certain amount of creosote is inevitable. Regular inspection and cleaning is the solution. The
use of dry, seasoned wood and ample combustion air will help to minimize annoying smoke emissions and
creosote buildup.
Chimney Fires
The dangerous side effect of excessive creosote buildup is a chimney re. This causes much higher than
normal temperatures in the chimney and on its exterior surfaces. Temperatures inside the chimney can
exceed 2000°F (1100°C). Ignition of nearby or touching combustible material is more likely during a chimney
re. Proper clearances are critical to prevent damage during such a re.
Chimney res are easy to detect; they usually involve one or more of the following:
• Flames and sparks shooting out of the top of the chimney
• A roaring sound
• Vibration of the chimney

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To Avoid a Chimney Fire
1. Burn wood cleanly. Do not burn wet wood or turn down the unit too quickly after loading.
2. Do not let creosote build up to a point where a chimney re is possible.
3. Do not have res in the heater that may ignite chimney res. These are excessively hot res, such as when
burning household trash, cardboard, Christmas tree limbs, or even ordinary fuel wood; (eg. with a full load
on a hot bed of coals and with the air inlet wide open for more time than is needed to completely char a
fresh fuel load.)
4. The Chimney and connector pipe should be inspected /cleaned periodicaly.
In the event of a Chimney Fire
Have a re extinguisher handy. Contact your local. municipal or state/provincial re authority for further
information on how to handle a chimney re. It is most important that you have a clearly understood plan
on how to handle a chimney re.
1. Close down the air inlet on the stove.
2. Call the local re department.
3. Prepare to evacuate to ensure everyone's safety. Have a well understood plan of action for evacuation.
Have a place outside where everyone is to meet.
4. After the chimney re is out, the chimney must be cleaned and checked for stress and cracks before
starting another re. Also check combustibles around the chimney and the roof. The services of a
competent or certied installer, (certied by the Wood Energy Technical Training program (WETT) - in
Canada, National Fireplace Institute (NFI) - in U.S.A., are strongly recommended.

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CAUTION: Hot while in operation. Keep children, clothing and furniture away. Contact may cause skin
burns.
WARNING: Always keep loading door closed when burning. This heater is not designed for open door
burning.
WARNING: No alteration or modification of the combustion air control assembly is permitted. Any
tampering will void warranty and could be very hazardous.
WARNING: Do not use grates or andirons to elevate the fuel. Burn directly on the fire bricks. Replace
broken or missing bricks. Failure to do so may create a hazardous condition.
WARNING: Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar
liquids to start or ‘freshen up’ a fire in this heater. Keep all such liquids well away from the heater while
in use.
Your True North heater is designed for maximum overall efciency at a moderate ring rate. Over ring the
appliance will shorten the life of the product. Failure to rectify an over ring condition can be hazardous
and may void the manufacturer's warranty. Too slow a burn may contribute to creosote buildup and lowers
combustion efciency.
Wood Selection
This heater is designed to burn natural wood only. Higher efciency and lower emissions generally result when
burning air-dried seasoned hardwoods, as compared to softwoods or to 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 smoke and creosote. Wet wood also produces very
little heat and tends to go out often. Wood should be stored under cover away from open flame or heat
sources.
DO NOT BURN:
Operation
• Salt water wood * • Treated wood
• Wet or green wood • Coal/charcoal
• Garbage* • Solvents
• Lawn clippings/yard waste • Unseasoned wood
• Railroad ties • Manure or animal remains
• Materials containing rubber, including tires • Materials containing plastic
• Waste petroleum products, paints or paint thin-
ners, or asphalt products
• Materials containing asbestos
• Construction or demolition debris • Paper products, cardboard, plywood, or
particleboard.
* These materials contain chlorides which will rapidly destroy metal surfaces and void warranty.
Burning these materials may result in the release of toxic fumes or render the heater ineffective and cause
smoke.

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The prohibition against burning these materials does not prohibit the use of re starters made from paper,
cardboard, saw dust, wax and similar substances for the purpose of starting a re in an affected wood heater.
Do not burn anything but cordwood. Other fuels, eg. 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 ve minutes it is soaked and should not be burned.
Lighting a Fire
Remove the retaing clip on the front of the baffle before lighting for the first time.
1. Move air control lever to the left-most position (maximum ring rate) 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 leave the door ajar approimately 1/2"(13mm) - 1"(25mm) until the wood kindling is
fully engulfed in ame. DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED.
4. After the kindling is fully engulfed add a few small logs. Close door.
5. Begin normal operation after a good coal base exists and wood has charred.
Normal Operation
WARNING: This wood heater has a manufacturer-set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered.
It is against federal regulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood heater in a manner
inconsistent with the operating instructions in this manual.
1. Set air control to a 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. The wide range control panel
makes nding the desired setting for your application easy. As every home's heating needs vary (ie.
insulation, 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 high, and give the re time to brighten. Open the door slowly, this will pre-
vent backpufng.
3. Use wood of different shape, diameter and length (up to 18" (457mm)). Load your wood and try to place
the logs so that the air can ow 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
maximum setting before adjusting air control for overnight burn.

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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 high (control lever to the left) and in just a few minutes, logs should begin burning.
3. After wood has charred, reset air control to desired setting.
4. To achieve maximum ring rate, set air control lever to the left-most position. Do not use this setting other
than for starting or preheating fresh fuel loads.
DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS HEATER: Attempts to achieve heat output rates that exceed heater design
specifications can result in permanent damage to the heater and chimney.
Proper Draft
1. Draft is the force that pulls air into the appliance and 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 backpufng into the room and plugging of the chimney. Smoke leaking into
the room through appliance and chimney connector joints indicates inadequate draft.
Curing of the Paint Finish
To achieve the best nish, the paint on your stove must be baked on. Follow the Paint Curing instructions.
When burning your stove for the rst 2-3 times it is very important that the room be well ventilated. Open
all windows and doors. Smoke and fumes caused by the curing process may cause discomfort to some
individuals.
Ash Removal
Caution: Ashes are to be removed only when the heater is cold. Whenever ashes get 3"(76mm) to 4"(102mm)
deep in your rebox, and when re has burned down and cooled, remove excess ashes. Leave an ash bed
approximately 1" (25 mm) deep on the rebox bottom to help maintain a hot charcoal bed.
Disposal of Ashes
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight tting lid. The closed container of ashes should be
placed outside on a non-combustible oor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pend-
ing nal disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be
retained in closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled. Other waste should not be placed in this
container.
Heat Output
Experience will give you the right settings for proper combustion and efcient burning. Remember that the
correct air inlet setting is affected by variables such as type of wood, outside temperature, chimney size and
weather conditions. With practice, you will become procient in operating your heater and will obtain the
performance for which it was designed.

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Stove Dimensions
NATIONAL
FIREPLACE
INSTITUTE
CERTIFIED
www.nficertified.org
We recommend that our products be
installed and serviced by professionals
who are certified in the U.S. by the
National Fireplace Institute (NFI)
or in Canada by Wood
Energy Technical
Training (WETT)
Wood Energy
Technical Training
www.wettinc.ca
Residential Installation
Warning: Under no circumstances is this heater to be installed in a makeshift or "temporary" manner. It
may be fired only after the following conditions have been met.
• DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM.
• THIS ROOM HEATER MUST BE CONNECTED TO:
1. A CHIMNEY LISTED TO: UL 103HT (USA) or ULC-S629 (CANADA) or
2. A CODE APPROVED MASONRY CHIMNEY WITH A LISTED FLUE LINER.
• DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONNECT THIS HEATER TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT.
• The services of competent installer are strongly recommended.
• Outside combustion air or fresh air into the room may be required in your area, consult local building
codes (see Combustion Air section).
21 5/8"
549 mm
28 1/8"
26 1/4"
667 mm
28 1/8"
28 3/4"
28 1/8"
21 5/8"
28 1/8"
730 mm
714 mm
549 mm
714 mm 714 mm 714 mm
26 1/4"
667 mm
28 3/4"
730 mm
23 7/8"
606 mm
23 7/8"
606 mm
Figure 1: TN20B Dimensions.

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Residential Clearances
• BOTH CHIMNEY SYSTEM AND CONNECTOR MUST BE 6"(150mm) DIAMETER AND LISTED TO:
CANADA - CONNECTOR - LISTED to ULC S-641 and CHIMNEY LISTED to ULC-S-629
USA - CONNECTOR AND CHIMNEY LISTED to UL-103 HT
1. Residential Clearances to Combustible surfaces and materials;
This heater may be installed using a single-wall connector (smoke pipe) as per local and National re and
Installation codes. see Single wall Connector in gue 2. Clearances may be reduced with various heat
shielding or insulating materials. Consult local and national re codes and authorities for approval
For close clearances, use a listed double-wall connector, See (Figure 2). "Double Wall Connector
Mobile Home installation see "Mobile Home Installation"Figure 8 on page 19.
Crate Removal
1. Carefully remove wood top and supports.
2. Remove plastic cover.
3. Remove all screws holding the Legs or Pedestal, to the Pallet.
18 3/8"
467mm
12"
305mm
22 3/4”
578mm
19"
483mm
8"
203mm
11 3/8"
289mm
5"
127mm
14"
355mm
3"
76mm
8"
203mm
3"
76mm
8"
203mm
8"
203mm
18 3/4"
476mm
8"
203mm
11 3/8"
289mm
5"
127mm
18 3/4"
476mm
12"
305mm
Minimum Clearance to Combustibles
Alcove: Min. Height 7''
Max. Depth 3'
Single Wall Connector - Residential
Double Wall Connector - Residential
Figure 2: TN20B clearances.ai

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Ember Protection
The stove may be installed on a combustible oor, provided ember protection (UL 1618 type 1 )made from a
non-combustible material (a minimum K value of 23.7 btu/ft h ° F) the equivelent of 20 Gauge steel or tile is
used.
This protection must extend as follows:
In Canada: 18" (457 mm)from the loading door on the ring side and 8" (203 mm) from the sides. See Figure
3, below.
In USA: 16" (406 mm) to the front of the rebox and 8" (203 mm) from the sides of the fuel loading door
opening. See Figure 4, below. This protection is also required under a horizontal chimney connector and 2"
(51 mm) beyond each side of it.
Securing Bracket Installation:
These will be needed to anchor the stove in a
mobile home instalation and are recomended when
installing combustion air to prevent movement
of the unit and seperation of the combustion air
intake.
1. The hold down backets are provided in a bag
with the unit. Insert the brackets by sliding
them through the slots in the rear legs. Then lag
the bracket to the oor or hearth pad.
Canada Only
Minimum width: 37 5/8” (956 mm)
Minimum overall depth: 50” (1.27 m)
Non-combustible
ember protector
8” [203 mm]
8” [203 mm]
8” [203 mm]
18” [457 mm]
Figure 3: TN20B Floor protector Canada.
United States Only
Minimum width: 28 3/4” (730 mm)
Minimum overall depth: 40” (1.016 m)
Non-combustible
oor protector
8” [203 mm]
8“ [203 mm]
16” [406 mm]
Figure 4: TN20B Floor protector U.S..
Figure 5: Securing bracket.

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Procedure:
Follow the chimney manufacturer's instructions, The installation instructions included below are just
general steps.
1. Position stove and oor protection (with hole for combustion air if required) in accordance with the
clearances as stated on the label and in Figure 7 on page 16.
2. Mark the position for the hole in the ceiling and roof by using a string and plumb-bob.
3. Check that the intended location will not interfere with oor joists, ceiling joists or rafters before
proceeding further.
• Cut a hole in the ceiling and roof to suit the chimney system and frame in the sides.
• install roof or ceiling support as required in the installation.
• Install the roof ashing, be sure to secure the ashing and seal with the appropiate sealant as per
instructions
• Assemble the chimney sections so the nished length is resting on the support and protruding through
the roof. Install the radiation shield. Avoid having chimney joints between ceiling and roof.
• install the storm collar and required chimney sections to acheive a safe height. Attach rain cap and
check system for leaks.
4. If double-wall connector pipe is to be connected between the stove and the listed insulated chimney,
• Use listed double-wall connector and install all components to the connector pipe manufacturer's
installation requirements.
5. If smoke pipe is being used to connect between the stove and the listed insulated chimney,
• As short and straight as possible, use 6"(150mm) diameter, minimum 24 gauge black pipe, that is clean
and in new condition.
Install the smoke pipe (chimney connector), crimped edge of the pipe down and inside the stove's collar.
This will carry any liquid creosote or condensation back into the stove. Use holes provided in stove
collar to secure pipe with three screws.
• Install the remaining lengths of pipe, one on top of the other to the nished height of the listed insulated
chimney adapter and secure to each other. A slip-section will make attaching the smoke pipe to the
chimney sytem adapter easier. secure with 3 screws at each joint.
• The Smoke pipe/chimney connector shall not pass through an attic, roof space, closet or similar
concealed space, or a oor, or ceiling. Where passage through a wall, or partition of combustible
material is desired, the installation shall conform to CAN/CSA-B365, INSTALLATION CODE FOR
SOLID-FUEL-BURNING APPLIANCES AND EQUIPMENT or NFPA 211 STANDARD FOR CHIMNEYS,
FIREPLACES AND SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES

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Spark arrestor rain cap
Listed Insulated
Chimney
Storm Collar
Chimney
support
Chimney
connector
Non-combustible
Ember protector Hooded vent or 90°
elbow turned down
57 3/4 “ (1468 mm)
Minimum
Minimum 7’ (2.1 m)
Ceiling hight
48”
(1219 mm)
The chimney may incorporate
an offset. To do this safely, all
sections of listed connector,
offset elbows and chimney
section must be screwed
together by at least three sheet
metal screws per joint. The
chimney must be suitably
supported by the chimney
manufacturer's listed offset
support. And all vent
manufacturer or national re
code clearances to
combustible must be observed.
3‘ (914 mm)
Minimum
Roof ashing
* 4” (100 mm) diameter air inlet
with rodent screen.
* If the crawl space is well ventilated
it is not necessary to extend air inlet
to outside.
Radiation
shield
Combustibles
in front of the
unit
Figure 6: Mobile home or typical home installation.

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Fireclay Flue Liner
Concrete Cap
Chimney
Approved Through
Wall Installation
57 3/4” (1467 mm)
Minimum
Minimum Ceiling
Height 7’ (2.1 m)
48”
(1219 mm)
Non-combustible
Ember Protector
Hooded vent or 90°
elbow turned down.
Chimney
Connector
Ensure that the Masonry chimney
meets all National Fire Protection
Association and local building codes.
Have the chimney cleaned and
inspected by a professional to ensure
there are no cracks, weak mortar or
other signs of deterioration. See pipe
manufactuers installation instructions
for further information
* 4"(100mm) diameter air inlet with rodent screen
* If the crawl space is well ventilated it is not necessary
to extend air inlet to outside
Combustibles in
front of the unit
Figure 7: Venting to a masonry chimney.
Connecting to a masonry chimney
Ensure that the chimney is in good condition and meets local building codes. Your stove may work better if
the chimney is fully lined with a stainless steel liner, this is because the liner will retain heat and promote draft.
The chimney ue or liner should be the same size as the stove outlet for optimal performance. Reducing or
increasing the ue size may adversely affect stove performance. Chimney ue exit is to be 3 feet (1 m.) above
the roof and two feet (0.6 m.) above highest projection within 10 feet (3 m.). The installation must meet all
local codes. Do not connect this unit to a chimney ue serving another appliance. Minimum system height is
12 feet (3.0 m.) (measured from top of appliance).

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Through Wall Installations
(as per NFPA 211-2013)
SYSTEM A
Minimum 12” (305 mm)
to combustibles
Minimum chimney clearance
to brick and combustibles
2” (51 mm).
Minimum clearance
12” (305 mm) of brick
Chimney connector
Fireclay liner
Masonry chimney
constructed to NFPA 211
Chimney ue
SYSTEM B Minimum chimney clearance
from masonry to sheet steel
supports and combustibles
2” (51 mm)
Factory built
chimney length
Solid-insulated, listed
factory built chimney
length
Chimney length
ush with inside
of ue
Air space:
9” (229 mm) min.
Sheet steel supports
Masonry chimney
constructed to NFPA 211
Chimney
ue
Minimum clearance
9” (229 mm)
Use chimney
manufacturers’ parts to
attach connector
securely
Chimney connector
Nonsoluble
refractory
cement
ATTENTION: VAPOUR BARRIER MUST BE
MAINTAINED WHEREVER CHIMNEY OR OTHER COMPONENTS PENETRATE TO THE EXTERIOR
OF THE STRUCTURE. SEE LOCAL BUILDING CODES FOR PROPER AND APPROVED METHODS OF
MAINTAINING VAPOUR BARRIER.
System A. Minimum 3.5 in. (90 mm) thick brick masonry wall framed into combustible wall with a minimum
of 12 in. (305 mm) brick separation from clay liner to combustibles. Fireclay liner (ASTM C 315, Standard
Specications for Clay Fire Linings, or equivalent), minimum 5/8 in. (16 mm) wall thickness, shall run from
outer surface of brick wall to, but not beyond, the inner surface of chimney ue liner and shall be rmly
cemented in place.
Clearance 12 in. (305mm)
System B. Solid-Insulated, listed factory-built chimney length of the same inside diameter as the chimney
connector and having 1 in. (25.4 mm) or more of insulation with a minimum 9 in. (229 mm) air space between
the outer wall of the chimney length and combustibles.
The inner end of the chimney length shall be ush with the inside of the masonry chimney ue and shall be
sealed to the ue and to the brick masonry penetration with non-water-soluble refractory cement. Supports
shall be securely fastened to wall surfaces on all sides.
Fasteners between supports and the chimney length shall not penetrate the chimney liner.
Clearance 9 in. (229mm)

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System D. Solid-Insulated, listed factory-built chimney length with an inside diameter 2 in. (51 mm) larger
than the chimney connector and having 1 in. (25.4mm) or more of insulation, serving as a pass-through for a
single-wall sheet steel chimney connector of minimum 24 gauge [0.024 in. (0.61 mm)] thickness, with a mini-
mum 2 in. (51 mm) air space between the outer wall of chimney section and combustibles.
Minimum length of chimney section shall be 12 in. (305 mm). Chimney section concentric with and spaced 1
in. (25.4 mm) away from connector by means of sheet steel support plates on both ends of chimney section.
Opening shall be covered, and chimney section supported on both sides with sheet steel supports of mini-
mum 24 gauge [0.024 in. (0.61 mm)] thickness.
Supports shall be securely fastened to wall surfaces on all sides and shall be sized to t and hold chimney
section. Fasteners used to secure chimney section shall not penetrate chimney ue liner.
Clearance: 2 in. (51mm)
SYSTEM C
Minimum 6” (152 mm)
glass ber insulation
Two ventilated air channels,
each 1” (25.4 mm);
construction of sheet steel
Chimney connector
Masonry chimney
constructed to NFPA 211
Chimney ue
Minimum chimney clearance
from masonry to sheet steel supports
and combustibles 2” (51 mm)
Sheet steel supports
Two ventilated air channels,
each 1” (25.4 mm)
SYSTEM D
Sheet steel
supports
Chimney
section
Chimney
connector
Air space:
2” (51 mm) min.
Chimney ue
Minimum chimney clearance
to sheet steel supports
and combustibles 2” (51 mm)
Minimum clearance 2” (51 mm)
1” (25.4 mm) air space to
chimney length
Masonry chimney
constructed to NFPA 211
Sheet steel supports
Chimney connector
Chimney length
System C. Sheet steel chimney connector, minimum 24 gauge [0.024 in. (0.61 mm)] in thickness, with a
ventilated thimble, minimum 24 gauge [0.024 in. (0.61 mm)] in thickness, having two 1 in. (25.4 mm) air
channels, separated from combustibles by a minimum of 6 in. (152 mm) of glass ber insulation. Opening
shall be covered, and thimble supported with a sheet steel support, minimum 24 gauge [0.024 in. (0.61 mm))]
in thickness.
Supports shall be securely fastened to wall surfaces on all sides and shall be sized to t and hold chimney
section. Fasteners used to secure chimney section shall not penetrate chimney ue liner.
Clearance: 6 in. (152mm)

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Warning: Under no circumstances is this heater to be installed in a makeshift or "temporary" manner. It
may be fired only after the following conditions have been met.
• DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM.
THIS HEATER MUST BE INSTALLED WITH LISTED DOUBLE-WALL CONNECTOR. BOTH CHIMNEY
SYSTEM AND CONNECTOR MUST BE 6"(150mm) DIAMETER AND LISTED TO:
IN CANADA - ULC S-641 LISTED CONNECTOR AND ULC-S-629 LISTED CHIMNEY,
IN USA - UL-103 HT LISTED CONNECTOR AND CHIMNEY
• Outside combustion air supply must be used for Mobile Home instalations see page 20
Mobile Home Clearances
Mobile Home Installation
14"
355mm
18 5/8"
473mm
8"
203mm
11 3/8"
289mm
5"
127mm
3"
76mm
3"
76mm
Double Wall Connector - Mobile Home
Figure 8: TN20 Mobile home clearances.
Installation
Minimum chimney height from top of unit is 12' (3.66 m) or as per chimney manufacturers roof
clearances whichever is greater.
NOTE: Longer chimney lengths and different pitch ashings may be used. Install all components to the
connector or chimney manufacturer's installation requirements. Consult your chimney supplier for installation
advice.
Procedure:
Follow Chimney Manufacturer's Installation Instructions
WARNING: THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME FLOOR, WALL AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED.
Note: See "Combustion Air" on page 20.
• Attach stove to oor using two 1/4" x 1" or longer lag screws.
If installing a leg model, insert anchor tabs into slot on bottom of two rear legs and secure to oor with
1/4" x 1" or longer lag screws (Figure 5).
• If installing the Optional Blower Kit the unit must be grounded to the mobile home.

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Combustion air can be supplied to the stove in one of two ways. Consult your local building code or CAN/
CSA-B365, or NFPA 211
Pedestal Model
1. Direct outside air supply - (Necessary for mobile home installation, optional for residential installation.)
• To draw outside air through the oor; leave the knockout or square cover plate in the rear of the pedes-
tal in place. Use an approved 4"(102mm) inlet vent cap. Cut or drill a 4"(100mm) diameter or larger hole
in the oor anywhere inside the perimeter of the pedestal base. Cover the hole with a 20GA wire mesh
minimum, rodent screen and staple/nail in place. This hole must get its air from a ventilated crawl space
or be extended with duct to the outdoors (see Figure 6 on page 15 or Figure 7 on page 16
• To draw air from behind the stove. Cut or drill a corresponding hole in the closest exterior wall. Install an
approved 4"(102mm) inlet vent cap. Attach the outside air adapter (OAIR.1B) to the back of the pedes-
tal. Connect the adapter to the inlet vent cap using 4"(100mm) fexible or rigid metal venting. . Provide
water protection as required.
2. Room air supply - Remove the knockout or cover plate from the rear of the pedestal enclosure. The stove
will now draw its air from the room through this opening and into the rebox intake
Leg Model
1. Direct outside air supply - (Necessary for mobile home installation, optional for residential installation.)
• To draw outside air through the oor; Cut or drill a 4"(100mm) diameter or larger hole in the oor under
the stove. Attach the outside air adapter (OAIR.1B) to the underside of the stove. Connect the adapter
to the hole using 4"(100mm) fexible or rigid metal venting. Cover the hole with a 20GA wire mesh mini-
mum, rodent screen and staple/nail in place. This hole must get its air from a ventilated crawl space or
be extended with duct to the outdoors (see Figure 6 on page 15 or Figure 7 on page 16. if extended
use an approved 4"(102mm) inlet vent cap
• To draw air from behind the stove. Cut or drill a corresponding hole in the closest exterior wall. Install
an approved 4"(102mm) inlet vent cap. Attach the outside air adapter (OAIR.1B) to the underside of the
stove. Connect the adapter to the inlet vent cap using 4"(100mm) fexible or rigid metal venting. Provide
water protection as required.
2. Room air supply - The stove will draw its air from the room through the opening in the bottom
Note:
The use of outside combustion air for installation requires the unit to be secured to the structure to prevent
dislodging of the air duct. (See: Securing Bracket Installation page 13)
The living space around the heater must be well ventilated with good air circulation. Anything that may
cause a negative pressure can cause gases or fumes to be pulled into the living area. During extremely cold
weather, and especially when burning at very slow rates, the upper parts of the exposed chimney may ice up,
partially blocking the ue gases. If blockage occurs, ue gases may enter living space.
This unit is not designed to be operated with the ring door open. In addition to the obvious hazard of sparks
landing on combustibles, an open re door will cause the heater to draw air from the living space and possibly
cause suffocation in an air tight home.
Combustion Air