Wood Stone Bistro 3030 WS-BL-3030-RFG User manual

BISTRO SERIES
Gas-Fired Stone Hearth Oven
Revised February 2010
WOOD STONE CORPORATION
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BISTRO 3030
WS-BL-3030-RFG
BISTRO 4343
WS-BL-4343-RFG, WS-BL-4343-RFG-W
BISTRO 4355
WS-BL-4355-RFG, WS-BL-4355-RFG-W
CUSTOM MODELS
WS-CS-REC-11-RFG
Installation and
Operation Manual
Commercial External Transition Models

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BISTRO LINE ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2
BISTRO 4343 SPECIFICATIONS --------------------------------------------------------- 4
BISTRO 4355 SPECIFICATIONS --------------------------------------------------------- 5
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES ----------------------------------------------------------- 6
MOVING THE OVEN ------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
EXPLODED PARTS VIEW -------------------------------------------------------------- 10
ASSEMBLY ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
ASSEMBLY-CONNECTIONS------------------------------------------------------------ 16
DISASSEMBLY ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
VENTING --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
VENTING-MAINTENANCE-------------------------------------------------------------- 22
INITIAL START-UP ------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
DAILY OPERATION ------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
CLEANING-------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
FUELWOOD FACTS ------------------------------------------------------------------ 26
CONTROLLER ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
120 V ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM---------------------------------------------------------- 28
240 V ELECTRICAL CONTROLLER ------------------------------------------------------ 29
LIMITED WARRANTY ----------------------------------------------------------------- 30
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THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR PROFESSIONAL USE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. THIS APPLIANCE
MUST BE INSTALLED BY QUALIFIED PERSONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS IN
FORCE. THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED WITH SUFFICIENT VENTILATION TO PREVENT
THE OCCURRENCE OF UNACCEPTABLE CONCENTRATIONS OF SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO
HEALTH IN THE ROOM INWHICH IT IS INSTALLED. THIS APPLIANCE NEEDS AN UNOBSTRUCTED
FLOW OF FRESH AIR FOR SATISFACTORY COMBUSTION AND MUST BE INSTALLED IN A
SUITABLY VENTILATED ROOM IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS. THIS APPLIANCE
SHOULD BE SERVICED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL AT LEAST EVERY 12 MONTHS, OR SOONER
IF HEAVY USE IS EXPECTED.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL FOR
THE WOOD STONE BISTRO
WS-BL-4343-W, WS-BL-4355-W, CS-REC-11-W
COMMERCIAL EXTERNAL TRANSITION MODELS
WOOD-FIRED STONE HEARTH OVEN
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WOOD STONE BISTRO WOOD-FIRED OVEN OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT THROW THIS MANUAL AWAY
RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Additional copies of this manual and prompt responses to service/maintenance
questions are available from Wood Stone @ 1-800-988-8103.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance. Also, always keep the area under and around this appliance free and clear of any and
all combustible materials.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can result in property damage,
injury or death. Read the installation, operation and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing
or servicing this equipment.
Wood Stone's ovens were tested and approved by Intertek Testing Services (ETL SEMKO), to the
specifications of UL Subject 2162 and ULC Subject 1482-M1990 And are listed to ANSI/NSF Standard 4
It is recommended that this oven be installed, maintained and
serviced by authorized professionals.
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Actual Weight: 1650 lbs.
Shipping Weight: 2100 lbs.
UTILITIES SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical
120 VAC, 2 amp, 50/60 Hz
All utility connections made on the back of the
oven control box. Remove front or rear panel for
access, use utility knockouts (provided) to route
gas and electrical supplies.
Venting: See Venting section in this manual
Top View
Rear View
Front View Side View
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Actual Weight: 2200 lbs
Shipping Weight: 2500 lbs.
An ongoing program of product improvement may
require us to change specifications without notice.
Revised June 2008
Top View
Front View Side View
Rear View
UTILITIES SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical
120 VAC, 2 amp, 50/60 Hz
All utility connections made on the back of the
oven control box. Remove front or rear panel for
access, use utility knockouts (provided) to route
gas and electrical supplies.
Venting: See Venting section in this manual
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without notice. (-W, EXT) Revised February 2010
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IF THIS OVEN IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED A FIRE MAY RESULT. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THESE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. A MAJOR CAUSE OF OVEN RELATED FIRES IS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED
CLEARANCES (AIR SPACES) TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT THIS OVEN BE
INSTALLED ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CLEARANCES
a. The Wood Stone Bistro oven should have a minimum 1-inch clearance to combustibles from all sides, 6-inch
clearance to combustibles from the top, and 6-inch clearance from the exhaust transition and flue collar. If
building a facade that will contact the oven, use completely non-combustible materials. Any facade wall built above
or 6 inches to either side of the doorway must be of non-combustible construction. Please note that standard drywall
(or sheet rock) is considered a limited combustible. Any walls perpendicular to the front of the oven in the area 30 inches
to either side of the doorway and 36 inches in front of the oven should have a non-combustible surface.
b. This oven should be installed on a non-combustible floor surface. The non-combustible floor surface must extend
36 inches in front of and 30 inches to either side of the oven doorway.
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WARNING: Installation and servicing of this product could expose you to glasswool/ceramic
fibers as well as Calcium Silicate dust. ALWAYS WEAR RESPIRATORY AND EYE PROTECTION
WHEN INSTALLING OR SERVICING THIS APPLIANCE. Please read this entire manual before you
install the oven. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury
or even death. Contact your local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation
inspection in your area.
6 inches
1-inch minimum
side clearance
to combustible
construction
Hatched area must
be left accessible and
unobstructed after
installation for air
intake and routine
service of the oven
components.
Maintain 6-inch
clearance from the
exhaust transition. 6 inches
!WARNING: Do Not pack required air space (clearance) with insulation or other materials.
When non-combustible building materials contact the body of the oven, the clearances to
combustibles are transferred to those non-combustibles.
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without notice. (-W, EXT). Revised February 2010
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Once you have moved the oven to where it will be installed, go to page 16 for instructions regarding utility
connections.
MOVING THE OVEN
The oven can be moved into place with a pallet jack using the LOWER forklift pockets. If the oven is to be installed against
a wall, you may need to leave access to the back of the oven to complete the utility connections.
CAUTION: The 4343 model Bistro weighs approximately 1700 lbs. The 4355 model Bistro (CS REC-11) weighs
approximately 2200 lbs. The oven is very top-heavy. IF THE OVEN TIPS IT CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!
NEVER ATTEMPT TO USE A HAND TRUCK TO MOVE THE OVEN! The oven should only be moved using a Pallet
Jack on a LEVEL FLOOR. If the oven must be moved over an inclined surface, a forklift or other suitable means
should be employed. If the installer does not have the equipment or experience required to move the oven safely,
we recommend you secure the services of a qualified rigging company.
Make sure the pallet jack wheels do not contact the underside of the fork pocket when lifting to avoid damaging
the stand.
If you received your Bistro oven disassembled, go to page 9.
If you received your Bistro oven fully assembled, but need to disassemble the oven to move it through a narrow door or
passageway, go to page 17.
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1. Use a forklift or other suitable lifting means to
set the oven body onto blocks as shown. If the
oven has the optional decorative logset, remove
it before tipping the oven.
2. Install the side pieces of the tipping
assembly.
3. Bolt the side piece to the oven as shown,
and attach the cross-piece using the hardware
provided.
Install a clevis ring in the top hole of each side
piece of the tipping assembly. Use these for
attachment of a lifting strap or chain.
If you received your oven disassembled, and you don't need to tilt the oven to move it through a door or narrow passageway,
refer to the exploded parts diagram on page 10, and go to page 11 for assembly instructions.
If you received the oven disassembled and need to move it through a narrow door or passageway, follow the instructions
below...
Cut away view
bolt
If your oven was originally shipped assembled, the optional lifting system is available from Wood Stone.
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4. Using an appropriate hoist or lift,the oven
may now be tilted (on its back) onto a pallet
jack or suitable dolly. The oven can now
be moved through a narrow doorway etc.
DANGER: Never attempt to move the
oven in this manner on any type of incline
or sloped floor.
CONTINUE TO THE EXPLODED DIAGRAM AND ASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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Shipping Panel
(Only on ovens shipped
disassembled. Discard
once removed.)
Front Panel
Exhaust Transition Oven Body
Control Module
Cowling
Mantle
Toe Kick
Side Panels
Rear Panel
Commercial version of the Bistro shown to illustrate the appliance with the non-standard External Transition.
All parts shown above and provided with the unit (except the shipping panel) MUST be installed to ensure the
safety and proper operation of the appliance.
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Use the 3/8" x 1"carriage bolts to assemble the stand on a level surface. Be sure to use the washers provided and to
tighten nuts and bolts securely.
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS ONLY IF THE OVEN WAS SHIPPED DISASSEMBLED
1.
2.
Insert carriage bolts here
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3. Using a forklift, carefully lower the body of the oven
on to the stand so that the bolt holes line up. While
supporting the oven with the lift, install the 3/8" x 1"
carriage bolts. Use the washers provided and tighten all
nuts securely. Be sure to use the forklift pockets when
lifting the body of the oven.
4. After the oven body is bolted to the stand, the oven can be moved into place with a pallet jack using the LOWER
forklift pockets. If the oven is to be installed against a wall, leave access to the back of the oven until the assembly is
completed.
CAUTION: The oven is very top-heavy. IF THE OVEN TIPS IT CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH! The oven
should only be moved using a Pallet Jack on a LEVEL FLOOR. Do not attempt to move the oven with a hand truck.
If the oven must be moved over an inclined surface, a forklift or other suitable means should be employed. If
the installer does not have the equipment or experience required to move the oven safely, we recommend you
secure the services of a qualified rigging company.
Make sure the pallet jack wheels do not contact the underside of the fork pocket when lifting to avoid damaging the
stand.
An ongoing program of product improvement may require us to change specifications
without notice. (-W, EXT). Revised February 2010
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6. Attach the Control Box to the oven using (4) 1/4-
20 screws. The control box should be oriented so
the knob is on the left side of the control box.
5. Remove the shipping panel from beneath the
oven.The shipping panel is secured with (2) screws
in the front, and (2) screws in the back. Discard the
shipping panel.
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7. Place the exhaust transition onto
the front of the oven. The lower
flange should slide into the gap
across the top of the oven doorway.
Make sure the exhaust transition is
centered over the doorway.
8. Use the self-tapping screws
(provided) to secure the exhaust
transition and cowling. The holes
in the top of the oven have been
pre-drilled.
9. Connect the thermocouple at the
rear of the control box.
Plug in thermocouple wire here
lower flange
gap
cowling
Insert self-tapping
screws into these
holes
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10. Install the mantle. Install the (3) threaded studs
into the clips on the front of the oven. Slide (2) spacer
washers over each stud. Slide the mantle over the studs,
then slip a stainless steel washer onto each stud. Install
and tighten the cap nuts securely.
11. Run a bead of silicone (provided) along the
joint between the sides of the doorway and the
front of the oven, and between the mantle and
the front of the oven as shown in the drawing.
If the oven has been supplied with a granite mantle, affix the granite slab to the mounting bracket using a generous
amount of the adhesive provided.
spacer
washers threaded stud
stainless steel
washer
stainless steel
cap nut
Silicone this joint. Apply silicone to the
right hand side in the same manner.
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Make the electrical connection to the terminals in this junction
box. *Correct voltage is specified on this junction box and the
equipment data plate.
Knockouts are provided on the sides of the oven stand for the incoming electrical supply. If necessary, holes may be
drilled in the back panel. Electrical supply should be routed in such a way that it does not block the access to the space
under the oven for service. The rear panel must be installed!
This appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local code, or in the absence of local code,
with the national electrical code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.2, as applicable.
An electrical diagram is provided inside the bottom cover of the control box, and at the end of this manual.
Install front and rear panels, toe kick. Install the rear panel, front panel, and toe kick using the 1/4-20 screws provided.
The front panel on the oven must not be covered, so as to allow access for service to the oven components. The oven
should be bolted to the floor using the holes provided at the base of the stand.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Make electrical connection at the rear
of the control box.Electrical connections
must comply with all relevant national
and local codes, and in a manner
acceptable to the authority having
jurisdiction.
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IF YOU NEED TO DISASSEMBLE THE OVEN TO MOVE IT THROUGH A NARROW DOOR OR PASSAGEWAY....
1.
Unplug thermocouple wire and coil it to prevent
damage while moving the oven.
CONTINUED ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE
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2. Remove the (3) cap nuts that hold
the mantle in place, and remove the
mantle. It may be necessary to cut
the silicone at the joint between the
mantle and the oven.
3. Ovens with external exhaust
transition only. Remove the
cowling and exhaust transition
by removing the screws from
the top of the oven.
EXHAUST TRANSITION
screws
cowling
cap nut
4. Remove the control box from
the oven.
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5. Using the upper forklift pockets support the oven with
a forklift or other suitable device. Remove the bolts that
attach the oven body to the stand. Lift the oven off of the
stand and place it on blocks as shown in Step 1 on page 8.
Disassemble the stand if necessary. Follow the instructions
on page 8 for tilting and moving the oven body. Follow
the assembly instructions on page 10 to reassemble the
oven.
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