Wittus SHAKER User manual

SHAKER Stove
Installation and User Manual
Imported by:
PO Box 120 Pound Ridge NY 10576
T.914-764-5679 F.914-764-0465
info@ Wittus.com www.wittus.com
Tested and
Listed by:
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
Report #: 339-S-01-02
C US
Portland
Oregon USA
Read this manual carefully and save the instructions.
Revised 10/13/11

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Installation and User Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction and Purpose
3
Technical Data
4-5
Service Packet
6
Outside Air Supply
6
Installation of Your Stove
7-8
Connection to the Chimney
9-11
Air Flow and Combustion
12
Permitted Fuels
13
Initial Use
14
Heating Up
15
Operation
16-18
Cleaning Instructions
19-21
Spare Parts List
21
Maintenance of the Stove
22-23
Testing and Approvals
24
Warranty
24
Troubleshooting
25

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Introduction and Purpose
The purpose of this manual is to guide and instruct Shaker stove owners in proper burning to achieve
environmentally friendly combustion and to minimize the risk of incorrect use and operation of the stove.
Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. It is therefore
very important to read this entire manual carefully before you install and use your new Shaker stove, and
save the instructions. Correct operation is also vital with regard to our applicable warranty terms.
For more information on wood burning visit the website http://woodheat.org/.
BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR STOVE WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR
LOCAL BUILDING INSPECTOR OR FIRE MARSHALL TO HELP YOU FOLLOW THE RULES AND
REGULATIONS IN YOUR LOCAL AREA. WE ALSO RECOMMEND THAT YOUR DEALER CHECK
THE STOVE BEFORE INSTALLATION FOR COMPLETENESS AND FUNCTIONALITY.
If your stove is not installed properly, a home fire may result. To reduce the risk of fire, follow the
installation instructions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection
requirements in your area. Not approved for use in a mobile home.
Take particular note of this symbol throughout the manual.
This indicates special attention.
Follow the manual during installation and operating of the stove.

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Technical Data
SHAKER Stove:
Description
Data
Test data:
Safety approval for United States
UL 1482
Safety approval for Canada
ULC S627
Environmental approval (EPA Certified)
7.2 gm/hr emission rate
Heating:
Optimal heat output
20kBTU (6kW)
Heat output range (minimum-maximum)
10-23kBTU (3-7kW)
Heating capacity range
520-1,330ft2(20-50m2)
Efficiency
78%
Stove dimensions:
Stove height
41” (103,5 cm)
Stove width –short / long bench
33” (84cm) / 72” (184cm)
Stove depth
21” (53cm)
Firebox dimensions:
Firebox height
14” (35cm)
Firebox width
16” (40cm)
Firebox depth
13” (32cm)
Area:
Door opening area to the fire chamber
88in.2(564 cm2)
Weight:
Weight of stove without a table
247lbs. (112kg)
Weight of the table - long / short
71lbs. (32kg) / 38lbs. (17kg)
Venting:
Optional venting outlets
top or back vent
Stove pipe:
Diameter of the stove pipe
6” (15cm)
Height to center of pipe –back vent
36” (915mm)
Outside air supply:
Diameter of the air supply connector
4” (10cm)
Air supply outlet –height at back of stove
19.5” (50cm) to center of opening
Material data:
Cladding on body and table
steel
Color
black

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400
575
290
265
350
525
263
635
915
400
460
505
16“
23“
12“
10“
14“
21“
10“
25“
36“
16“
18“
20“

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Service Packet
The SHAKER stove is delivered with a service packet. It contains the installation and user manual,
copper lubricant, the heat protector handle, and a glove. Please note that the glove supplied with the
stove is equally suitable for left and right-handed persons.
Outside Air Supply
Ensure that there is sufficient combustion air in the room in which
the stove is installed, and that there is an adequate supply of
combustion air to the stove, which can be supplied from another
room or from outside.
With the Shaker air system, the stove uses combustion air from
either another room or outside (through a connection to the firebox
via the outside air connector).
Stoves with combustion air supply from outside are particularly
suited for rooms with negative pressure (e.g. use of exhaust fan).
Please refer to your dealer, as this connection should always be
made by a qualified person.
outside air
supply

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Installation of Your Stove
The distances (see Fig. on page 8) of the stove to combustible materials or walls are listed in the table
below. These are the minimum clearances for installation, and any reductions must first be approved by
the regulatory authority. Clearances to noncombustible materials are 2” (5cm), but note that
“noncombustible” must be solid cement or block (not brick or tile over combustible material).
Use floor plates under the stove made with non-combustible fire-resistant materials such as
steel, tile, or glass.
Before installation, make sure the floor can carry the weight of the stove (in the Technical
data section of this manual).
Fig.
Label
Description
US
Canada
inches
cm
inches
cm
I.
A
Distance to side walls
15.5
39
15.5
39
I.
B
Distance to back wall
12.5
32
12.5
32
II.
C1
Corner to side walls –door side
14.5
37
14.5
37
II.
C2
Corner to side walls –back side
12.5
32
12.5
32
I.
D
Connector pipe to side walls
21
53
21
53
I.
E
Connector pipe to back wall
16
41
16
41
II.
F1
Corner pipe to side walls –door side
22
56
22
56
II.
F2
Corner pipe to side walls –back side
20
51
20
51
III.
Fuel-door floor plate protection
16
41
18
46
III.
Side floor plate protection
8*
20*
8
20
III.
Back floor plate protection
0
0
8
20
Ceiling to top of stove
36
92
36
92
Ceiling to connector pipe
18
46
18
46
Distance to combustibles from glass
16
41
18
46
*Beyond the sides of the fuel loading door

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*Note that the Parallel Wall and Corner Wall Installation clearances
(diagrams I. and II.) are based on the dimensions at the top of the
stove - 16” (40cm) wide x 14” (35cm) deep.
**The Floor Plate clearances (diagram III.) are based on the
dimensions at the base of the stove unit (not including the bench) -
20” (50cm) wide x 18” (46cm) deep. Therefore, the required minimum
size for the Shaker floor plate is 36” (91cm) wide x 34” (86cm) deep
in the US and 46” (115cm) wide x 34” (86cm) deep for Canada.
I. - Parallel Wall Installation
II. - Corner Wall Installation
III. –Floor Plate Clearances
*
**

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Connection to the Chimney
The Shaker stove can be connected from top or rear. The diameter of the
stove pipe is 6” (152 cm). Do not use connector pipes and chimneys with
smaller clearance diameters or less than 24 gauge steel. It must be installed
using a Class A UL 103 HT approved factory-built chimney system or a code-
approved masonry chimney with a flue liner. Aluminum and galvanized steel
pipe is not acceptable. In Canada, the installation must conform to NFPA 211
or CAN/CSA-B365. The chimney must extend through the roof at least 3’
(1m), and 2’ (6 m) above any structure within 10’ (3 m). The condition of the
chimney and height is very important. We suggest a total minimum height of
10’ (3 m).
To reach the rated heat capacity, the minimum delivery pressure of the
chimney must be 10 to 15 Pa (1.0 to 1.5 mm WC). Follow the rules and
regulations in your local area.
It is very important to ensure that your chimney has a good draft. Your dealer or your
chimney sweep will be able to guide and advise you on your chimney conditions.
Required Installation Components
A
Chimney cap
B
Insulated chimney
C
Storm collar
D
Roof flashing
E
Ceiling support box
F
Chimney connector pipe
A
B
C
D
B
E
F

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Each chimney connector or chimney connector section must be
installed to the stove flue collar and to each other with the male
(crimped) end toward the stove. This prevents any amount of
condensed or liquid creosote from running down the outside of the
pipe or the stove top. The flue collar connector should be secured
with sheet metal screws to ensure that the sections do not
separate. For the best performance the chimney connector should
be as short and direct as possible, with no more than two 90°
elbows. The maximum horizontal run is 36”and a recommended
total length of chimney connector should not exceed 10 feet.
Always slope horizontal runs upward ¼” per foot toward the
chimney. Note the chimney connector pipe should not pass through
an attic or roof space, closet or similar concealed space, or a floor
or ceiling.
Do not connect this stove to a chimney flue or air distribution duct or any system serving
another appliance.
For venting vertically into a Class A chimney, single wall black steel pipe (at least 24 gauge and 6” in
diameter) must be used in the room where the stove is installed. Refer to the manufacturer´s instructions
for the connection to the listed chimney.
For venting directly into a masonry chimney or through a thimble, the top of the single wall pipe must be
at least 18“ (46 cm) below a combustible ceiling and conform to NFPA 211 or CAN/CSA-B365 guidelines
and methods.

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For rear venting or other not listed configurations, consult the local building codes and follow the NFPA
211 or CAN/CSA-B365 guidelines. To install the collar on the back, first unscrew the rear plate of the
Shaker stove and attach the collar to the back of stove. Then, attach the first stove pipe section to the
connector pipe with screws, and replace the rear wall plate.
If the chimney connector is fitted with a baffle, it must be manually operated, visibly placed for ease of
use, and must not close completely. Consult your chimney expert if you have any questions. Make sure
that there is easy access to the chimney cleanout door. Floor protection is required under the chimney
connector and 2" (51cm) beyond each side.
Chimney
Flue
Masonry
Insulated
Chimney
Connector Pipe
18”(46cm)
below
ceiling
Min.
2”(5cm)
Min.
2”(5cm)

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Air Flow and Combustion
1.
direct air inlet
5.
direct air
2.
primary/secondary air inlet
6.
heated ambient air/convection air
3.
primary air
7.
post combustion
4.
secondary air
8.
flue gas
The stove utilizes a combustion technology involving preheated
air. The air supply for the combustion process comes from an air
inlet and is then conducted through the stove. The advantage of
this technology is that the air is already warm when it enters the
firebox, so a high combustion temperature can be attained rapidly.
The Shaker is designed with a direct air inlet, which supplies air for
the lighting phase. The primary air is used for air control once the
stove is lit. It is defined as combustion air for burning and
stimulates production of volatile gases.
To ensure a better combustion of gasses, the stove is constructed
with secondary air inlets. This ensures the burning of the last
amount of gases before exiting out through the chimney.
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





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Permitted Fuels
Only natural, air-dried firewood may be burned. Under no circumstances should rubbish, other fuels,
and treated or damp wood be burned.
NEVER burn impregnated or painted wood, laminated plastic, plywood, chipboard,
garbage, flammable fluids such as gasoline, naphtha, engine oil, refuse, milk cartons,
or printed matter. Use of such materials will invalidate your warranty, as this may emit
toxic, corrosive and hazardous fumes when burned. They may also cause a build-up
of the toxic gas dioxin, which is damaging to the stove and the environment.
We recommend that firewood with less than 20 % moisture content be burned.
Wood is an environmentally friendly and widely available solid fuel. To ensure that
the wood has a moisture content of 20 % or less, store it under a roof or protected
against heavy rain for a year or two. Use of wood with greater moisture content can
cause soot and creosote in the pipe and chimney. This can lead to chimney fires.
Combustion involves conversion of the fuel from solid form into
gases, water vapor, and charcoal. The heating value is an
expression of the content of combustible gases. All wood has
roughly the same heating value per kilogram. The lighter the wood,
the more that must be used to achieve the same heating value as
with a heavier species of wood.
Thus, preferred wood types are maple, elm, beech, oak, and ash.
Wood type
Heat value
(kWh/kg)
maple, elm, willow
4.1
poplar, beech,
4.2
oak, ash
4.2
birch
4.3
pine, fir
4.4

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Initial Use
For shipping protection the upper and lower baffle plates are wrapped in plastic. Before
starting up the stove, make sure to remove the packaging material and place them back
in their proper positions.
Although the SHAKER is carefully cleaned and inspected several times, remainders of the sand blasting,
or shavings of the cut of the Vermiculite plates in the fireplace can stay. We suggest you remove these
with the vacuum cleaner before the first start-up.
Insert a few small pieces of wood (about 2 pounds or 1 kg.) into the stove and light it using newspaper or
suitable lighters. The smaller the wood is chopped, the greater the initial heat. Do not use more small
wood than suggested above as this can cause the stove surface to become deformed or burned out.
Leave the door slightly open during the initial use to prevent the door gasket from
sticking to the stove body. Ensure there is sufficient fresh air in the room.
It is important to then close the door during the next use of the stove (except when
lighting and refueling) to prevent the flue gas from going into the ambient air.
Please note that the stove paint will harden during the first few initial fires. This means that the stove may
generate some smoke and an odor of paint, which will dissipate after about 1 hour’s operation. It is a
good idea to insure effective ventilation during this phase. Also, avoid touching the stove during the
curing process.
Attention! The surface of the stove could be very hot.
Remember to use the heat protector handle for opening the fuel-loading door. Pull the heat
protector over the hot door handle to protect your hand from burning.

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Heating Up
Fire lighting:
Do not insert too much newspaper or kindling for lighting the fire.
These materials generate a high temperature, which can cause
irreparable damage. This kind of damage is not covered by the
warranty.
Combustion air supply:
Initially, pull out the slider of the air control system completely
(pos. 1). In this position the maximum primary air flows to the fire
chamber. Refuel by adding about 3 to 4 pounds (1.5-2 kg) fuel,
when the wood has burned down. This is equivalent to 1 or 2 logs,
and it is best when the thickness of the log is between 2-4 inches
(5-10 cm) in diameter.
Heating up after a long break:
If the stove has not been in operation for an extended period, we
recommend that you pre-heat the stove and the chimney by
burning a couple of sheets of newspaper first. This improves the
draft of the chimney during the heating up phase.
Soot forms on the glass if the wood is too damp or the primary air
supply is closed. The soot can be removed easily by using glass
cleaner.
primary air closed
pos. 2
primary air completely open
pos. 1

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Operation
When refilling for the first time after lighting, the primary air supply should remain opened fully.
Never add more than 2-4 pounds (1.5-2 kg) of wood (1-2 logs). Otherwise the stove
could get overheated, which can cause irreparable damage.
This kind of damage is not covered by warranty.
When the stove has reached its operating temperature, the primary air can be adjusted gradually
between pos. 1 and pos. 2. This may be necessary if the draft from your chimney is too strong. Make
sure that you do not close the primary air. This is important in order to keep the glass window clean and
prevent soot.
The primary air supply should always be open when the stove is running! This improves the quality of
combustion and avoids unnecessary environmental pollution. The primary air also helps to prevent soot
build-up in the pipe and chimney. The stove will expand and contract during the lighting and cooling
phase, possibly resulting in creaking noises. This phenomenon is completely normal for steel stoves.
Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal - When wood is burned slowly, it produces
tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote.
The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning
fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited, this
creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The chimney and chimney connector should be
inspected at least once every two months during the heating season to determine if a
creosote buildup has occurred. If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to
reduce the risk of a chimney fire.

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Important:
- DO NOT use a grate or andirons to elevate the fire –build it directly on the hearth.
- Once there is a good bed of embers in the stove, you can add wood. It is important not to open
the door while there are flames in the stove, as this may cause smoke to flow out into the
room. Add wood on the basis of your heating requirements. However, never add more than 2-4
pounds (1.5-2 kg) of wood (1-2 logs) every1.5-2 hours.
- Burn a little at the time. Add fuel at regular intervals and run the stove over a period of several
hours if possible. The stove should be observed during operation.
- We recommend that you always leave a layer of ash approximately 1 inch (2 cm) deep in the
fire chamber, since this allows better combustion during the heating.
- Never us gasoline, gasoline-type, lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar
liquids to start or ´freshen up` a fire in this stove. Keep all such liquids well way from the stove
while it is in use.

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Attention:
- The surface is hot while in operation. Keep children,
clothing and furniture away. Contact with the hot surfaces
may cause skin burns.
- Do not store solid fuel within space heater installation
clearances or within the area for loading and ash removal.
- Open the fuel-loading door: Use the heat protector handle
for opening the fuel-loading door. Pull the heat protector
over the hot door handle to protect your hand from
burning.
- When not in use, store the heat protector handle at the
edge of the bench on the side of the fuel-loading door. Do
not set it on top of the stove.
- Do not place candles or other materials, which melt or
burn at high temperatures (e.g. paper, plastics). The
melted material cannot be removed and can cause
permanent odors. Also, the burnt material could cause a
house fire.
heat protector
handle
door handle
heat protector
handle
door handle

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Cleaning Instruction
Your stove (including the chimney and chimney connector) should be thoroughly checked and cleaned at
least once during the course of the heating season. The flue gas outlet above the flue gas baffle and the
stove connector should be inspected in particular. Please check the stove only when it is cold.
Firebox:
The ashes should be emptied regularly from the fire chamber. We recommend that you always leave a
layer of ash approx. 1” (2 cm) deep in the fire chamber as this allows better combustion during the
heating up phase.
Disposal of Ashes - Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid.
The closed container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the
ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are
disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the
closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
Front Glass plate:
Clean the glass at regular intervals as needed. Use a glass cleaner or dip a damp paper towel into the
cool ashes to clean the glass plate. Remember to clean the glass ONLY when the stove is cold.
Do not use any sharp articles or abrasive cleaners to clean the glass plate, in order not to
damage the glass.
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents for cleaning the glass plates, since sometimes
they can cause damage to the gasket around the plate.

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Flue gas baffles:
The lower flue gas baffle consists of 3 parts
(refer to the figure at right). Push the first part
(No.1) against the right combustion chamber
wall and tilt it to the side. Thus you can push
the opposite end through the secondary air inlet
system and remove the first part from the fire
chamber. The two other parts (No.2 and No.3)
are done the same way.
After that you can remove the upper flue gas
baffle. This baffle consists of 2 parts. Gently lift
up the first part (No.4) and push it toward the
lateral fire chamber wall. Then tilt one end
downward and lead it through the secondary air
inlet system into the lower range of the fire
chamber. Now you can remove it from fire
chamber. Use the same process to remove the
second part of the upper flue gas baffle.
Now you can clean the plates of the flue gas
baffle and insert the parts in reverse order back
into the Shaker stove.
lower flue gas baffle
No.3 No.2 No.1
upper flue gas baffle
No.4 No.5