Vermont Castings MONTPELIER II User manual

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Owner’s Manual
Operation & Care
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Contact your dealer with questions on installation, operation, or service.
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by
qualified personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends
HHT Factory Trained or NFI certified professionals.
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
MONTPELIER II WOOD INSERT
MODEL NUMBERS:
MONTP-II-CB
MONTP-II-BM
NOTE:Toobtaina French translation ofthismanual,please
contact your dealer or visit www.vermontcastings.com
REMARQUE : Pour obtenir une traduction française de
ce manuel, s’il vous plaît contacter votre revendeur ou
visitez www.vermontcastings.com
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and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
•  - If heater or chimney connector glows,
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• Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles
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If the information in these instructions
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causing property damage, personal
injury, or death.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass and appliance will cause burns.
• Do not touch glass until it is cooled
• Use leather gloves when reloading fuel
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room
as appliance.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of
high temperatures
• High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
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• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
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WARNING
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
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poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
WARNING

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A. Sample of Serial Number / Safety Label
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NOTE: Clearances may only be reduced by means approved by the regulatory authority having
jurisdiction
and Welcome to the Vermont Castings Family!
PREVENT HOUSE FIRES
Install and use only in accordance with manufacturer's installation, venting and operating
instructions.
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND
INSTALLATION INSPECTION IN YOUR AREA
Refer to manufacturer's instructions and local codes for precautions required for passing
chimney through a combustible wall or ceiling.
WARNING - For Mobile Homes: Do not install in a sleeping room. An outside
combustion air inlet must be provided and unrestricted while unit is in use. The structural
integrity of the mobile home floor, ceiling and walls must be maintained. The insert must
be properly grounded to the frame of the mobile home. A complete relining of the chimney
system with a 6 inch (152mm) diameter listed stainless liner is required. Must be
equipped with a spark arrestor cap. Outside Air comes standard on the insert and must be
installed before operating insert.
When used as a masonry insert stove, install only in a masonry fireplace built to national
and/or local codes. Do not remove brick or mortar to accommodate insert. Installation
requires a 5 foot minimum length of a starter pipe into existing chimney with airtight face
seal. A full reline with listed liner strongly reccomended.
Install only on a non-combustible hearth.
Approved for installation and use in factory built zero-clearance fireplaces conforming to
minimum fire chamber specifications. A complete relining of the chimney system with a 6
inch (152mm) diameter listed stainless liner is required.
In Canada a full length 6 inch (152mm) S635 flue liner is required as per ULC S628-93.
WARNING - Inspect and clean chimney frequently. Under certain conditions of use,
creosote buildup may occur rapidly.
Do not connect this unit to a chimney serving another appliance.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. Disconnect power supply before servicing. Route
power cord away from unit. Do not route cord under or in front of appliance.
Electrical Rating: 115 VAC 1.4 AMPS 60 Hz
Do not use grate or elevate fire. Build wood fire directly on hearth (firebrick).
Do not
overfire. If heater or chimney connector glows, you are overfiring.
Operate only with doors
closed. Open only to add fuel to the fire. Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic available
from your dealer.
Minimum Clearances To Combustible Material
Masonry, Heat Circulating & Factory-Built
USA ONLY
A Sidewall to Fuel Loading Door 13.5 in.
B Mantel to the Bottom of the Appliance 47.75 in.
C Top Trim to the Bottom of the Appliance 34.75 in.
D Side Trim to Fuel Loading Door 13 in.
E Hearth Extension from Glass 16 in.
F H
earth Extenson from Fuel Loading Door 8 in.
Refer to Clearances on other label for Canada
Models:
MONTPELIER II
DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
061WN100E
061WN100S
HOT WHILE IN
OPERATION DO NOT
TOUCH, KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE
AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS. SEE
NAMEPLATE AND INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION:
Factory-Built Floor
Protection under Hearth
Extension
Thermal & Ember Protection
Floor height 0 to 4.5 inches below
Insert Base: Materials with R value of
2.9 required.
Ember Protection Only
Greater than 4.5 inches below Insert
Base.
LISTED ROOM HEATER, SOLID FUEL TYPE
"For Use with Solid Wood Fuel Only."
Also for use in Mobile Home.
Made in U.S.A. of US
and imported parts.
Mfg by:
U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
Certified to comply with 2020 crib wood particulate emission standards for single bur rate heaters. The
single burn rate wood heater is not approved for use with a flue damper.
This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repair for proper operation. Consult the owner’s manual
for further information. It is against federal regulations to operate this wood heater in a manner
inconsistent with the operating instructions in the owner’s manual.
352 Mountain House Road
Halifax, PA 99114
www.quadrafire.com
Serial No. / N° de série
HF
BARCODE LABEL
CONFORMS TO UL 1482-2011 and CERTIFIED TO ULC S628-93
2019 2020 2021
Side Wall
FF
Fuel Door
Insert
BB
Fascia
or Trim
Maximum Mantel Depth - 12 inch (305mm)
Mantel
Hearth Extension
AA
C
C
D
D
E
E
Test Lab &
Report Number
Mfg Date
Serial Number
Model Number
SAMPLE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Alert Key:
• DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury.
• WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided may result in death or serious injury.
• CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
• NOTICE: Indicates practices which may cause damage to the appliance or to property.
Vermont Castings is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies.
A. Sample of Serial Number / Safety Label ........... 2
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C. Quick Start Guide............................. 6
1 Listing and Code Approvals
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D. Mobile Home Approved (USA only) ............... 8
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F. Sleeping Room ............................... 8
G. California - Prop65............................ 8
2 Operating Instructions
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B. Fire Safety .................................. 9
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D. Combustible/Non-combustible Materials .......... 10
............................. 10
F. Burning Process ............................. 10
G. Start-Up Air Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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 .................................. 11
J. Building A Fire............................... 12
K. Blower Control Box with Snap Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
 ............................ 14
 ............................ 14
N. Clear Space ................................ 14
 ........................... 15
P. Frequently Asked Questions.................... 15
3 Maintenance and Service
A. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide ............ 16
B. General Maintenance......................... 17
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4 Troubleshooting Guide
5 Service Parts Replacement
A. Glass ..................................... 21
B. Firebrick ................................... 21
C. Blower .................................... 22
D. Snap Disc.................................. 22
.............................. 23
.............................. 23
G. Door Handle................................ 23
H. Tube Channel............................... 24
6 Reference Materials
A. Service & Maintenance Log .................... 25
B. Service Parts List ............................ 26
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B. Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Hearth & Home Technologies, on behalf of its hearth brands (“HHT”), extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and
electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer.
WARRANTY COVERAGE:
WARRANTY PERIOD:
distributor, whichever occurs earlier. However, the warranty shall commence no later than 24 months following the date of product
is produced in the following table.
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Parts Labor Gas Pellet Wood Electric Venting Components Covered
XX Igniters, Auger Motors, Electronic Components, and
Glass
X
Electrical components limited to modules, remotes/wall
switches, valves, pilots, blowers, junction boxes, wire
harnesses, transformers and lights (excluding light bulbs)
XX Molded Refractory Panels, Glass Liners
XVent Free Burners, Vent Free Logs
XX Castings, Medallions and Baffles
6 years 3 years XCatalyst - Limitations Listed
7 years 3 years XX Manifold tubes, HHT Chimney and Terminations
10 years 1 year XBurners, logs and refractory
Limited
Lifetime 3 years XXX Firebox and heat exchanger, FlexBurn®System
(engine, inner cover,access cover and fireback)
1 Year None XXXXXAll replacement parts beyond warranty period
Warranty Period HHT Manufactured Appliances and Venting
All parts including handles, external enamaled
components and other material except as covered by
Conditions, Exclusions, and Limitations listed
2 years
3 years X
X1 Year XXXX
5 years 1 year
Firepots, burnpots, mechanical feeders/auger
assemblies
See condons, exclusions and limitaons on the next page

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WARRANTY CONDITIONS:
• This warranty only covers HHT appliances that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor. A list of HHT
authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites.
•
• This warranty is only valid in the country in which the HHT authorized dealer or distributor that sold the appliance resides.
• Contact your installing dealer for warranty service. If the installing dealer or distributor is unable to provide necessary parts,
a dealer other than the dealer from whom you originally purchased the product.
• Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call. Travel and shipping charges for parts are not
covered by this warranty.
• Limited Catalyst Warranty
o For wood burning products containing a catalyst, the catalyst will be warranted for a six-year period to the original purchaser at
catalyst.
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS:
This warranty does not cover the following:
•
•
• Repair or replacement of parts that are subject to normal wear and tear during the warranty period are not covered. These parts
•
noise are not covered by this warranty.
•
•
•
•
This warranty is void if:
•
•
• There is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but not limited
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
•
have other rights, which vary from state to state. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES
OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFICED HEREIN. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE
EXPRESSED WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE.
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C. Quick Start Guide
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ITEMS NEEDED FOR FIRST FIRE: 10 Pieces of Newspaper, 10-20 Pieces of Dry
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The appliance is ready for
normal operation.
Warning! Risk of Fire.
Close and securely latch the door after
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monoxide
- Spillage of sparks, coals, and logs
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with the door open.
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door for draft.
ACTIVATE START-UP
AIR CONTROLS
ACTIVATE START-UP
AIR CONTROLS
LOAD WOOD ADD NEWSPAPER
ADD KINDLING
LIGHT THE PAPER
ADD MORE WOOD

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Laboratory: 
Report Number: 
Type: Solid Fuel Type, Listed
Room Heater
Standard: UL1482, ULC S628-93 and (UM)
84-HUD.
Model Number: 
Laboratory: 
Report Number: 
Standard: UL1482
Can be found at:
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NOTE: This installation must conform with local codes.
In the absence of local codes you must comply with the
UL1482, (UM) 84-HUD and NPFA211 in the U.S.A. and
the ULC S628-93 and CAN/CSA-B365 Installation
Codes in Canada. NOT APPROVED FOR MOBILE
HOME INSTALLATIONS IN CANADA!
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Number: 
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***EPA BTU Output: 24,700 to 26,800 / hr.
****Peak BTU/Hour
Output: 56,000
Vent Size: 6 inches
Firebox Size: 2.37 cubic feet
Recommended Log
Length: 20 inches
Fuel: 
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using Douglas Fir dimensional lumber and data collected
during EPA emission tests in accordance with the
requirements of CSA B415.1. LHV assumes the moisture
is already in a vapor state so there is no loss in energy
to vaporize.

using Douglas Fir dimensional lumber and data collected
during EPA emission tests in accordance with the
requirements of CSA B415.1. HHV includes the energy
required to vaporize the water in the fuel.

and the burn rates from the EPA tests, using Douglas Fir
dimensional lumber.
**** A peak BTU out of the appliance calculated using

and BTU content of seasoned cordwood (8600) times

This wood appliance needs periodic inspection and repair
for proper operation. Consult the owner’s manual for further
information. It is against federal regulations to operate this
wood appliance in a manner inconsistent with the operating
instructions in the owner’s manual.
    
      
particulate emission standards.
1
1 Listing and Code Approvals

804/237101-803R
NOTE: Hearth & Home Technologies, manufacturer of
this appliance, reserves the right to alter its products,

D. Mobile Home Approved (USA only)
• 
•      
    
MUST BE MAINTAINED.
• The appliance must be properly grounded to the frame
of the mobile home with #8 copper ground wire, and
chimney must be listed to UL103 HT or a listed UL-1777
full length six inch (152mm) diameter liner must be used.
•          
mobile home installation.

This stove is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass. Replace
glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please contact your
dealer for replacement glass.
F. Sleeping Room


size of the room must be at least 50ft³ per 1,000 Btu/hr
stove input, if the stove exceeds the room size, outside air
must be installed.
G. California - Prop65
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage.

installer, service agency or your dealer.
This product and the fuels used to operate this product (wood), and the
products of combustion of such fuels, can expose you to chemicals
including carbon black, which is known to the State of California to
cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to the State of
California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more
information go to: WWW.P65Warnings.ca.gov
WARNING 


• 
• Deteriorated refractory brick retainers
• 
Fire Risk.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, and the warranty will be

• Installation and use of any damaged appliance.
• 
• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not
approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.
•     
all components.
• 
with unit).
•  - If appliance or chimney connector


WARNING

904/237101-803R
Surround
and Trim
Set
Start-up
Air Control
Blower
Controls
Door
Handle
Convection
Fan
Figure 9.1
If you expect that children may come into contact with this
appliance, we recommend a barrier such as a decorative
screen. See your dealer for suggestions.
A. Your Wood Appliance
2
2 Operating Instructions
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
WARNING
• Do not touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
appliance.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
• High temperatures may ignite clothing or other

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other

Do not operate appliance before reading and
understanding operating instructions. Failure
to operate appliance according to operating

WARNING
B. Fire Safety
        

 
home to ensure your safety. They should be located away
from the heating appliance and close to the sleeping
areas. Follow the smoke detector manufacturer’s
placement and installation instructions, and be sure to
maintain regularly.
        

          
the appliance.
4. A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two
escape routes.
 
 
 
 



the stove and chimney.
WARNING

 
 
• Burn trash or large amounts of scrap lumber
 
 
1. Symptoms of Over-Firing
        

- Chimney connector or appliance glowing
- Roaring, rumbling noises
- Loud cracking or banging sounds
- Metal warping
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D. Combustible/Non-combustible Materials
• Combustible Material
Material made of or surfaced with wood, compressed
       
       
plastered or non-plastered.
• Non-combustible Material
Material which will not ignite and burn. Such materials
are those consisting entirely of steel, iron, brick, tile,
slate, glass or plasters, or any combination thereof.
• Non-combustible Sealant Material
        
       
RTV106 or GE RTB116 (or equivalent).
E. Seasoned Wood
Burn only dry seasoned wood. Store wood under cover,
out of the rain and snow. Dry and well-seasoned wood will
not only minimize the chance of creosote formation, but will

least 15% moisture by weight, and should be burned hot
enough to keep the chimney hot for as long as it takes to
dry the wood out - about one hour. It is a waste of energy to
burn unseasoned wood of any kind.
 
wet, and requires full seasoning time. Standing dead wood
can be considered to be about 2/3 seasoned. To tell if wood
is dry enough to burn, check the ends of the logs. If there
are cracks radiating in all directions from the center, it is dry.

dry, it may not be fully cured.
Splitting wood before it is stored reduces drying time.
 
are exposed to air, since more drying occurs through the
cut ends than the sides. This is true even with wood that
has been split. Store wood under cover, such as in a shed,
or covered with a tarp, plastic, tar paper, sheets of scrap
plywood, etc., as uncovered wood can absorb water from
rain or snow, delaying the seasoning process.

       

• 
• Deteriorated refractory brick retainers
• Deteriorated b
2. What To Do if Your Stove is Over-Firing
- Immediately close the door and air controls to reduce

 
and evacuate your house.
- Contact your local chimney professional and have
your stove and stove pipe inspected for any damage.
- Do not use your stove until the chimney professional
informs you it is safe to do so.
F. Burning Process
In recent years there has been an increasing concern
about air quality. Much of the blame for poor air quality
has been placed on the burning of wood for home heating.
In order to improve the situation, we at Vermont Castings
have developed cleaner-burning wood appliances that
surpass the requirements for emissions established by
our governing agencies. These wood appliances must be
properly operated in order to ensure that they perform the
way they are designed to perform.
1. Kindling or First Stage
It helps to know a little about the actual process of
burning in order to understand what goes on inside
         
kindling stage. In this stage, the wood is heated to a
temperature high enough to evaporate the moisture
which is present in all wood. The wood will reach the
boiling point of water (212°F) and will not get any hotter
until the water is evaporated. This process takes heat
from the coals and tends to cool the appliance.
Fire requires three things to burn - fuel, air and heat. So,
if heat is robbed from the appliance during the drying
stage, the new load of wood has reduced the chances
for a good clean burn. For this reason, it is always best
        
dry, you must open the air controls and burn at a high
burn setting for a longer time to start it burning. The
        
       
the moisture out of wet, unseasoned wood, resulting in
wasted heat.
2. Second Stage
The next stage of burning, the secondary stage, is
        


maintained and not allowed to go out. This will ensure

3. Final Stage
         
       
burned and only charcoal remains. This is a naturally
clean portion of the burn. The coals burn with hot

It is very important to reload your appliance while
enough lively hot coals remain in order to provide the
amount of heat needed to dry and rekindle the next
load of wood. It is best to activate the start-up air control
before reloading (Figure 11.1). This livens up the coal
bed and reduces excessive emissions (opacity/smoke).
     
appliance through opening. You should also break up
any large chunks and distribute the coals so that the
new wood is laid on hot coals.
NOTICE: Improper operation can turn any wood
appliance into a smoldering environmental hazard.

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Figure 11.1
Start-up Air Control
To activate: Push back until it stops
Air quality is important to all of us, and if we choose to use
wood to heat our homes we should do so responsibly. To do
this we need to learn to burn our appliances in the cleanest
way possible. Doing this will allow us to continue using our
wood appliances for many years to come.
G. Start-Up Air Control
         


the instructions below to learn how to operate your stove
with ease.


• Burn dry, well-seasoned wood.
• Follow these burn rate instructions below.
Burn Rate
1. Starting a Fire:
        
Quick Start Guide on page 6).
- Activate start-up air control.
2. Reloading:
- Add wood as needed.
- Activate start-up air control.
NOTE:    
minutes and then be operated in the desired setting at
30 minutes.
This wood appliance 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
pellet insert in a manner inconsistent with
operating instructions in this manual.
WARNING
3. Adjusting the Burn Rate:

at all times. Since there are no user controls to adjust
the burn rate, the easiest method is to learn how many
logs you need at a time for the amount of heat desired.
In addition to the amount of wood and the size of the
logs, take the time to experiment with split and unsplit
logs as split logs will burn faster than unsplit logs.
I. Wood Fuel
Hardwood vs Softwood
Your appliance performance depends on the quality of the

• Seasoned wood contains about 8,000 BTUs per pound.
• Hard woods are more dense than soft woods.
• Hard woods contain 60% more BTUs than soft woods.
• Hard woods require more time to season, burn slower
and are harder to ignite.
• Soft woods require less time to dry, burn faster and are
easier to ignite.
 
operating temperature and to establish draft.
• Add hardwood for slow, even heat and longer burn time.
Fire Risk.
•     
FLAMMABLE FLUIDS SUCH AS

• 
salt (driftwood).
• May generate carbon monoxide if burn
material other than wood.
May result in illness or possible death.
WARNING

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Processed Solid Fuel Fire Logs
• 
Moisture
NOTICE: Seasoning time may vary depending on
drying conditions.
HARDWOODS SOFTWOODS
Alder Aspen
Apple Cedar
Birch Douglas Fir
Maple Pine
 Spruce
Poplar
Table 12.1
Storing Wood

• Stack wood to allow air to circulate freely around and
through woodpile.
        
circulation underneath.
• Smaller pieces of wood dry faster. Any piece over 6 in.
(152 mm) in diameter should be split.
 
of each piece are exposed to air. More drying occurs
through the cut ends than the sides.
• Store wood under cover to prevent water absorption
from rain or snow. Avoid covering the sides and
ends completely.
The majority of the problems appliance owners experience
are caused by trying to burn wet, unseasoned wood.
       
the water instead of heating your home, and
• Causes evaporating moisture which cools your chimney,
accelerating formation of creosote.
Seasoned Wood
• Cut logs to size
• Split to 6 inches (152 mm) or less in diameter
• Air dry to a moisture content of not more than 20%
- Softwood - about nine months to dry
- Hardwood - about eighteen months to dry
Fire Risk.
 
• Store wood in dry location.
• Stack wood so both ends are exposed
to air.
    
accumulation of creosote.
WARNING
Fire Risk

• In front of the appliance.
• In space required for loading or
ash removal.
WARNING
J. Building A Fire

NOTE: The special high temperature paint that your
        
heats. You will notice an odor and perhaps see some
vapor rise from the appliance surface; this is normal.
         
dissipates and paint is cured.

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NOTE:         
grates, andirons or other methods to support fuel. It will

Baffle Board even with front
tube & resting on all tubes
Start-Up
Air Control
Figure 13.1
Tube Channels
Ceramic Blanket on Top
2 pc Baffle Board
Figure 13.2
        
positioned. They should be even with the front tube and
resting on all tubes (Figure 13.1 and Figure 13.2).
2. Remove all labels from glass.
          
is to light easily-ignitable tinder or paper, which ignites
the fast burning kindling, which in turn ignites the slow-


1. Activate start-up air control.
 

adding kindling keeps smoke to a minimum.
3. Lay small dry sticks of kindling on top of the paper.
4. Make sure that no matches or other combustibles are in
the immediate area of the appliance. Be sure the room is

5. Light the paper in the appliance. NEVER light or rekindle

results can be fatal.
         
length logs 3 to 4 inches (76 - 102mm) in diameter. Be

1/2 to 1 inch apart (13-25mm); near enough to keep
each other hot, but far enough away from each other to

7. Activate the timer system (start-up air controls).
- This livens up the coal bed and reduces excessive
emissions (opacity/smoke).
 
appliance through opening.
 
- Small logs burn fast and hot, giving quick heat.
8. As long as there are hot coals, repeating steps 6 through


1. This appliance has a large door with an exceptional

 
- Door opens 26 inches (660mm) which goes beyond
        
front of the appliance.
- May want to use a hearth rug in front of the hearth
        
continuous cleaning of carpet, etc.
2. Open door slowly so that ash or smoke does not exit
appliance through opening.
- Check the level of the ash build-up. Remove ash if it
reaches the top of the brick covers. Ash should not be
spilling over the brick covers onto the ash lip.
- Any ash or coals on the ash lip can be pressed into
the door gasket and shorten the life of the gasket.
- If the ash is left to accumulate on the ash lip it can
interfere with the door closing and/or falling out onto
the hearth pad or beyond.
Check the ash level each time you reload.
Fire Risk.

• Closer than required clearances to
combustibles to appliance
•      
ash removal.

• 
• 
WARNING
Fire Risk.
 
• Store wood in dry location.
• Stack wood so both ends are exposed
to air.
    
accumulation of creosote.
WARNING

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K. Blower Control Box with Snap Disc
         
(Figure 14.1).
 

snap disc.
          
knob to the desired setting.
L. Blower Operation
1. Initial (cold) startup:
Push the Start-up Air Control back until it stops. The

until the burn is well established, i.e., 30 minutes.
LOW
OFF
AUTO
HIGH
MANUAL
MANUAL: Overrides
the internal snap disc
AUTO: Fan with turn
ON/OFF automatically
and is controlled by the
internal snap disc
MANUAL: Overrides
the internal snap disc
AUTO: Fan with turn
ON/OFF automatically
and is controlled by the
internal snap disc
Figure 14.1
NOTE:      
when operating the blower in either the automatic or
          
established, i.e., 30 minutes.
N. Clear Space
 
the front of appliance (Figure 14.2).
• Mantel:
Avoid placing candles and other heat-sensitive objects
on mantel or hearth. Heat may damage these objects.
Figure 14.2
Maintain 4 ft (1.22m) clearance to
combustible in front of appliance
 
blower speed by turning the setting knob clockwise.
M. Opacity (Smoke)
         
    100% opacity is
when an object is totally obscured by the smoke column
from a chimney, and 0% opacity means that no smoke
column can be seen. As you become familiar with your
appliance, you should periodically check the opacity. This
will allow you to know how to burn as nearly smoke-free as
possible (goal of 0% opacity).
       
smoke and odor from the appliance resulting from the
         
from manufacturing.
Open windows during initial burn to dissipate smoke
and odors!
• dors may be irritating to sensitive individuals.
• Smoke detectors may activate.
CAUTION
Fire Risk.
 
48 inches in front of the appliance.
• High temperatures may ignite clothing,
furniture or draperies.
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Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air available
for the appliance to operate properly. It can be strongest in
lower levels of the house.
Causes include:
• Exhaust fans (kitchen, bath, etc.)
• Range hoods
• Combustion air requirements for furnaces, water
appliances and other combustion appliances
• Clothes dryers
• Location of return-air vents to furnace or air conditioning
• Imbalances of the HVAC air handling system
 
- Recessed lighting
- Attic hatch
- Duct leaks
O. Negative Pressure
P. Frequently Asked Questions
ISSUES SOLUTIONS
                 

Metallic noise
Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to

longevity of the appliance.
 If the blower has been installed, the blower produces a whirring sound which increases in volume
as the speed is increased.
CONTACT YOUR DEALER for additional information regarding operation and troubleshooting.

Table 15.1
Asphyxiation Risk.
• Negative pressure can cause spillage
of combustion fumes, soot and
carbon monoxide.
• Appliance needs to draft properly for safety.
WARNING

• Install the outside air kit with the intake facing prevailing
winds during the heating season
• Ensure adequate outdoor air for all combustion
appliances and exhaust equipment
• Ensure furnace and air conditioning return vents are not
located in the immediate vicinity of the appliance
• Avoid installing the appliance near doors, walkways or
small isolated spaces
• Recessed lighting should be a “sealed can” design
• Attic hatches weather stripped or sealed
• Attic mounted duct work and air handler joints and seams
taped or sealed


        
appliance cavity.
• Can damage appliance blower due to overheating.
CAUTION
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Keep combustible materials, gasoline and
     
of appliance.
 
appliance’s vicinity.
      
    

FIRE IN THIS Appliance.
• Keep all such liquids well away from the appliance
while it is in use.
• Combustible materials may ignite.
Fire Risk.
     
FLAMMABLE FLUIDS SUCH AS

 
salt (driftwood).
WARNING
• May generate carbon monoxide if burn material other
than wood.
May result in illness or possible death.

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A. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide
      
you many years of trouble-free service. Contact your
dealer to answer questions regarding proper operation,
troubleshooting and service for your appliance. Visit
www.vermontcastings.com/owner-resources to view basic
troubleshooting, FAQs, use & care videos.
FREQUENCY TASK


or after every
one (1) cord of
wood




Ceramic Blanket
Back of Firebox
Baffle Board
Baffle Retainer
Bracket
Blower
YEARLY or after
every four (4)
cords of wood
Vacuum the blower impellers.
Chimney System


or after every
four (4) cords of
wood
The chimney and chimney cap must be inspected for soot and
creosote every two months during the burn season or more frequency
if chimney exceeds or is under 14-16 ft (4.3m-4.8m) measured from
bottom of appliance.

Always burn dry wood to help prevent cap blockage and creosote
build-up.
Firebrick & Ash Removal

or after every 25
loads of wood
Ashes must be cool before you can dispose of the ashes in a non-
combustible container.


or broken.
Door & Glass Assemblies

or after every 25
loads of wood
Keep door and glass gasket in good shape to maintain good burn.
 place a dollar bill between the appliance and door and then
shut the door. If you can pull the dollar out, remove one washer from
door handle behind latch cam and try again. If you can still pull it out,
replace the door gasket.
Check the glass frame for loose screws to prevent air leakage.
Check glass for cracks.
Door Handles

or after every 25
loads of wood
Check the door latch for proper adjustment. This is very important
especially after the door rope has formed to the appliance face.
Check door handle for smooth cam operation.
These are generic drawings and may not represent your model.
Table 16.1
3
3 Maintenance and Service
Allow the appliance to completely cool down before


changes, and adjust your schedule accordingly.
Maintenance is required for safe operation and must be
performed to maintain your warranty.
CAUTION

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B. General Maintenance
1. Creosote (Chimney) Cleaning
-Frequency: Every 2 months during heating season
       
more frequently if chimney exceeds or is under 14-16
ft. (measured from bottom of appliance)
-By:

before disposal. Allow the appliance to cool completely.


           
the appliance will not work properly. (See 
on page 23). Close the door tightly. The creosote or soot
        
the type of chimney in use. Clean out fallen ashes from the

It is also recommended that before each heating season
the entire system be professionally inspected, cleaned and
repaired if necessary.
Inspection: Inspect the system at the appliance connection
and at the chimney top. Cooler surfaces tend to build
creosote deposits quicker, so it is important to check the
chimney from the top as well as from the bottom.
Formation and Need For Removal
slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which
combine with expelled moisture to form creosote.
The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool
      
        
        
which may damage the chimney or even destroy the house.
The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected
once every 2 months during the heating season to determine
if a creosote or soot buildup has occurred. If creosote or
soot has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the
 3. Appliance Inspection
-Frequency: Every 2 months at the same time the
chimney and chimney connector are inspected.
-By: Homeowner
Check for:
• Cracks in glass
• Door handle - smooth cam operation
 
 
• Firebrick for cracks, broken or crumbly
 
the stove and the door and then shut the door. If you can
pull the dollar bill out, replace the door gasket.
• Glass frame for loose screws
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight

         

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.
2. Disposal of Ashes
-Frequency:
       

-By: Homeowner
Fire Risk.
Prevent creosote buildup.
• Inspect chimney connector and
chimney once every two months during
heating season.
• Remove creosote to reduce risk of chimney

• 
WARNING
Fire Risk.
•       
     
chimney pipe.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Ashes could contain hot embers.
WARNING
Fire Risk. Disposal of Ashes.
• Ashes should be placed in metal container

• Do not place metal container on
combustible surface.
WARNING
• Ashes should be retained in closed container until all
cinders have thoroughly cooled.

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6. Inspect Firebrick
-Frequency: After each ash removal
-By: Homeowner

is a 1/4 inch (6.35mm) gap between the bricks.
        


1. After the coals have completely cooled, remove all old

2. Remove new brick set from box and lay out to the
diagram shown in the instructions that come with the
brick set or refer to the diagram on the service parts list
at the end of this manual.
3. Lay bottom bricks in unit.
4. Install rear bricks on the top of the bottom bricks. Slide

bottom of bricks back.
5. Install side bricks. Slide top of brick under clips on side

with the side of the unit.
        
BEFORE 
         
permanent markings on the plating.
        

Clean glass with a non-abrasive glass cleaner. Abrasive
cleaners may scratch and cause glass to crack. If the
deposits on the glass are not very heavy, normal glass
cleaners work well. Heavier deposits may be removed by
using a damp cloth dipped in wood ashes or by using a
commercially available oven cleaner.
After using an oven cleaner, it is advisable to remove any
         


         
         
         
adhering to its surface.
5. Cleaning Plated Surfaces
-Frequency: Prior to first burn and then as desired
-By: Homeowner
4. Glass Cleaning
-Frequency: As desired
-By: Homeowner
Handle glass assembly with care. Glass is breakable.
• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass
• Avoid abrasive cleaners
• Do not clean glass while it is hot
CAUTION
Do not use polishes with abrasives. It will scratch
plated surfaces.
CAUTION

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CORRECT POSITION

NOTE: These are generic drawings and may not

NOTE: A missing, damaged or improperly positioned
        

INCORRECT POSITIONS
Figure 19.1


Ceramic Blanket
Back of Firebox
Baffle Board
Baffle Retainer
Bracket
Figure 19.2




Ceramic Blanket
Back of
Firebox
Baffle Board


WARNING
Fire Risk.
     


the correct position only.

 
 
 
• Poor performance
      
components if damaged or missing.
       

 

CAUTION

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

and the corrective action to be taken.
Start Fire Problems Possible Cause Solution

Excessive smoke or spillage
Burns too slowly
Not enough heat output
Not enough kindling/paper or no
kindling/paper
Use dry kindling, more paper. Arrange kindling and
wood for air movement.

Check for restricted termination cap
Check for blockage of outside air kit; if installed.

Building
A Fire section on page 13).
Check for adequate vent height (refer to Chimney
Height / Rise and Run section on page 14 in the
Installation manual).
     
the wind.

too large
Use dry, seasoned wood (refer to Seasoned Wood
section on page 10).
Bed of coals not established before
adding wood
Start with paper & kindling to establish bed of coals
(refer to Building A Fire section on page 13).
Flue blockage such as birds’ nests
or leaves in termination cap
Have chimney inspected for creosote and cleaned

Down draft or negative pressure
Competition with exhaust devices
Do not use exhaust fans during start-up (refer to
Negative Pressure section on page 15).
     
the wind.
Fire burns too fast
Extremely dry or soft wood
Mix in hardwood.

(refer to Wood Fuel section on page 12).

Check for correct vent height; too much vertical
height creates over drafting.
Check location of vent termination (refer to
Chimney Termination Requirement section on
page 13 of the Installation manual).
Table 20.1
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