Wood Stone WS-BH-4355-RFG User manual

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WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
Do not store gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Keep the area under and around this appliance free and clear of
any and all combustible materials.
WS-BH-4355-RFG-(NG or LP), WS-BH-4343-RFG-(NG or LP),
WS-BH-3030-RFG-(NG or LP),WS-BH-4355-RFG-W-(NG or LP),
WS-BH-4343-RFG-W-(NG or LP)
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
Wood Stone Bistro
Wood Stone Corporation
1801 W. Bakerview Rd.
Bellingham, WA 98226 - USA
1-800-578-6836
Tel. [phone] Fx.1-360-734-0223
www.woodstonehome.com
Revised May 2008
RESIDENTIAL INTERNAL TRANSITION MODELS

WARNING
This product must be installed by a Licensed Plumber or Gas Fitter when installed
within the Commonwealth Of Massachusetts.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
-Do not try to light any appliance.
-Do not touch any electrical switch.
-Do not use any phone in your building.
-Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the
gas supplier's instructions.
-If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency,
or the gas supplier.
This appliance tested and approved by Intertek Testing Services (ETL SEMKO), to the
specifications of ANSI Z21.1-2005.
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 Bistro
Gas Stone Hearth Cooking Appliance Installation and
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 @ 1-800-578-6836.
Wood Stone Corporation
1801 W. Bakerview Rd. - Bellingham WA - 98226
1-800-578-6836 www.woodstonehome.com

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SPECIFICATIONS
WS-BH-4355-RFG
Gas-3/4 inch gas inlet
(female threaded)
80,500 Btu Natural Gas or
68,000 Btu Propane
Maximum gas
inlet pressure:
1/2psi (14 inches WC)
Actual Weight: 2100 Lbs.
Shipping Weight: 2500 Lbs.
Electrical
120 VAC,
2 amp, 50/60 Hz
Utility Specifications
WS-BH-4355-RFG,
WS-BH-4355-RFG-W
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SPECIFICATIONS
WS-BH-4343-RFG
Gas-3/4 inch gas inlet
(female threaded)
80,500 Btu Natural Gas or
68,000 Btu Propane
Maximum gas
inlet pressure:
1/2psi (14 inches WC)
Actual Weight: 1650 Lbs.
Shipping Weight: 2050 Lbs.
Electrical
120 VAC,
2 amp, 50/60 Hz
Utility Specifications
WS-BH-4343-RFG,
WS-BH-4343-RFG-W
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WS-BH-3030-RFG
SPECIFICATIONS
Utility Specifications
WS-BH-3030-RFG
Gas-3/4 inch gas inlet
(female threaded)
55,000 Btu Natural Gas or
42,000 Btu Propane
Maximum gas
inlet pressure:
1/2psi (14 inches WC)
Electrical
120 vac
2 amp, 50/60 Hz
Actual Weight: 850 Lbs.
Shipping Weight: 1100 Lbs.
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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 these
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
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
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b. This appliance should be installed on a non-combustible floor surface. As with any cooking equipment,
we suggest that care be taken when choosing the surfaces in front of the appliance to protect them
from potential damage from hot, heavy items that may be removed from the cooking chamber.
a. The Wood Stone Bistro 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 appliance, use completely non-combustible materials.
Any facade wall built above and 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.
IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED A FIRE MAY RESULT. TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF FIRE, FOLLOW THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. A MAJOR CAUSE OF APPLIANCE
RELATED FIRES IS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED CLEARANCES (AIR SPACES) TO
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT THIS APPLIANCE BE
INSTALLED ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
6-inches
Hatched area must
be left accessible and
unobstructed after
installation for air intake
and routine service of
the gas burner.
Maintain 6-inch
clearance from the
exhaust transition on
External Transition
models (not shown).
6-inches
1-inch minimum
side clearance
to combustible
construction
CLEARANCES

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MOVING THE BISTRO
Once you have moved the Bistro to where it will be installed, go to Step 12 on Page 17 for
instructions regarding electrical and gas connections.
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 disassembled, go to page 8.
If you received your Bistro fully assembled, but need to disassemble it to
move it through a narrow door or passageway, go to page 19.
If you received your Bistro fully assembled, it can be moved into place with
a pallet jack using the LOWER forklift pockets. If it is to be installed against a
wall, you may need to leave access to the back of the appliance to complete the
utility connections.
CAUTION
The 3030 model Bistro weighs approximately 850 Lbs. The 4343
model Bistro weighs approximately 1700 Lbs.The 4355 model Bistro
weighs approximately 2500 Lbs. The appliance is very top-heavy.
IF THE APPLIANCE TIPS IT CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!!
NEVER ATTEMPT TO USE A HAND TRUCK TO MOVE THE APPLIANCE!!
A pallet jack should ONLY be used on a LEVEL FLOOR. A forklift or
other suitable means should be employed if the appliance must be
moved over an inclined surface. If the installer does not have the
equipment or experience required to move the appliance safely,
we recommend you secure the services of a qualified rigging
company.

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MOVING THE BISTRO
1. Use a forklift or other suitable lifting
means to set the main body onto blocks
as shown. If the optional decorative logset
was included, remove it before tipping the
main body.
2. Install the side pieces of the tipping
assembly.
3. Bolt the side piece in place as shown,
and attach the cross-piece using the
hardware provided.
Install a clevis 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 Bistro disassembled, and you don't need to
tilt it to move 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 Bistro disassembled and need to move it through
a narrow door or passageway, follow the instructions below...
Cut away view.
Bolt
If your Bistro was originally shipped assembled, the optional lifting system is available
from Wood Stone.

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MOVING THE BISTRO
4. Using an appropriate hoist or lift,
the main body may now be tilted
(on its back) onto a pallet jack or
suitable dolly. The main body can
now be moved through a narrow
doorway etc.
DANGER:
Never attempt to move the unit in
this manner on any type of incline
or sloped floor.
Continue to the exploded diagram and assembly/reassembly instructions.

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Main Body
EXPLODED PARTS VIEW
Control Module
Flame Guard
Mantle
with door
assembly.
Burner Tray
Front Panel
Toe Kick
Rear Panel
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.
Side Panel

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ASSEMBLY
1. 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 appliance was shipped disassembled.
2. On 3030 Models only:
Use 3/8" x 3/4" long
carriage bolts to attach the
sides instead of the 3/8"
by 1"long carriage bolts.
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3. Using a forklift, carefully lower the main
body on to the stand so that the bolt holes
line up. While supporting the main body
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 main body. Bistro
3030 models - forklift pockets are on the front
only and do not extend all the way through
to the back.
ASSEMBLY
4. After the the main body is bolted to the stand, the unit can be moved into place
with a pallet jack using the LOWER forklift pockets. If the appliance is to be installed
against a wall, leave access to the back until the assembly is completed.
Make sure the pallet jack wheels do not contact the underside of the fork pocket when lifting to avoid
damaging the stand.
The 3030 model Bistro weighs approximately 850 Lbs. The 4343 model
Bistro weighs approximately 1700 Lbs. The 4355 model Bistro weighs
approximately 2500 Lbs. The appliance is very top-heavy. IF THE APPLIANCE
TIPS IT CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!! NEVER ATTEMPT TO USE A
HAND TRUCK TO MOVE THE APPLIANCE!! A pallet jack should ONLY be used
on a LEVEL FLOOR. A forklift or other suitable means should be employed if
the appliance must be moved over an inclined surface. If the installer does
not have the equipment or experience required to move the appliance safely,
we recommend you secure the services of a qualified rigging company.
CAUTION

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ASSEMBLY
5. Remove the shipping panel
from beneath the main body. The
shipping panel is secured with (2)
screws in the front, and (2) screws
in the back. Discard the shipping
panel.
6. Attach the Control Box using (4)
1/4-20 screws. The control box
should be oriented so the knob
is on the left side of the control
box.

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ASSEMBLY
7. Connect burner assembly components and thermocouple
at the rear of the control box.
Plug in thermocouple wire here.
SV-2 Gas Valve. Plug in igniter wires
from the burner here. Attach flexible pilot tube here.
Tighten the fitting firmly.
Use flexible gas pipe
provided to connect the
burner.
Temp Limit
plugs in here.
Make remote relay
connection to timer
here.

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9. Install the mantle. Install the (3) threaded
studs into the clips on the front of the main
body. 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.
10. Run a bead of silicone (provided)
along the joint between the mantle
and the front face on each side of the
doorway as shown in the drawing.
If the Bistro has been supplied with a granite mantle that was shipped uninstalled, affix the
granite slab to the mounting bracket using a generous amount of the silicone provided.
8. Install the burner tray. Slip front tabs of the burner tray over the lip of the burner while
the rear tab of the burner tray slips over the threaded stud at the back of the burner.
Install the wing nut onto the stud and tighten to secure the burner tray in place.
Threaded
Stud
Spacer
Washers
Stainless Steel
Washer
Stainless Steel
Cap Nut
ASSEMBLY
If your Bistro includes the optional glass
doors, please go to the next page.
Front Tabs
Wing Nut

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ASSEMBLY
11. Reinstall the burner guard, and optional
logset if supplied. The lower tab of the
guard fits into the front of the burner
opening. The logset pieces fit onto the
studs on the burner guard, behind the
opening in the guard, so the logs sit at the
rear of the burner opening.
Continued on following page.
a) Install the (3) threaded studs into
the clips on the front of the main body.
Slide (2) spacer washers over each
stud.
Installing the Door Assembly
c) Install the door assembly cover plate
and secure with the sheet metal screws
provided. Reinstall the glass doors over the
door spindles
b) Slide the door assembly over the studs,
then slip a stainless steel washer onto
each stud. Install and tighten the cap nuts
securely.
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ASSEMBLY-CONNECTIONS
12. Make utility
connections, at the rear of
the control box. Gas and
electrical connections
must comply with all
relevant national and
local codes, and in a
manner acceptable to
the authority having
jurisdiction.
Make the electrical connection to the
terminals in this junction box. *Correct
voltage is specified on this junction box
and the equipment data plate
Connect the incoming gas
supply to the 3/4 inch NPT
(female) gas inlet.
Knockouts are provided on the sides of the stand for the incoming gas and electrical
supplies. If necessary, holes may be drilled in the back panel for the incoming gas and
electrical. Gas and electrical supplies should be routed in such a way that they do not
interfere with the removal of the the burner, or block the access to the space under the
appliance for service. The area beneath the burner needs to be kept clear of conduit and
piping to allow for removal of the burner for service. The rear panel must be installed!
A 3/4 inch full-flow gas shut-off valve should be installed on the gas supply near the
appliance in such a way that it is readily accessible.
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.
If the appliance was supplied with a power cord, it must be plugged into a properly
grounded receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.
An electrical diagram is provided inside the bottom cover of the control box, and at the
end of this manual.

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The incoming gas supply pressure must not exceed 1/2 psi (14 inches WC). If the
incoming gas pressure exceeds 1/2 psi, an external gas regulator must be installed
in the supply line. If the supply pressure is less than 1/2 psi, no external regulator is
required.
The installer should bleed any air out of the gas line supplying the appliance. All gas
connections and fittings on the appliance should be leak checked with an approved
soap solution.
13. Checking the burner manifold pressure. The burner manifold pressure has been set
at the factory, however it should be checked by the installer. The pressure should be
checked at the outlet tap on the Honeywell gas valve, located on the back of the control
box. Once the manometer is connected, turn the appliance on and use the flame height
knob to adjust the flame to its maximum height. Then check the manifold pressure.
Natural Gas (NG) 4355, 4343 and 3030 Models- 4.5" WC,
Propane (LP) 3030 models-7 "WC, Propane (LP) 4355, 4343 Models-9" WC
This information can also be found on the data plate located on the rear of the control
box.
14. Install the rear panel, front panel, and toe kick using the 1/4-20 screws provided.
The front panel must not be covered so as to allow access for service to the burner,
gas, and electrical components. The appliance should be bolted to the floor using the
holes provided at the base of the stand.
ASSEMBLY-CONNECTIONS
The installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes
with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI 223.1, Natural Gas Installation Code, CAN/
CGA-B149.1, as applicable. The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that
system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psi. The appliance must be isolated from
the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2
psi.

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If you need to disassemble the appliance to move it through a narrow door
or passageway...
1. Remove the burner tray from beneath as shown in the diagram. Remove the wing
nut at the back and push the tray to the rear to remove it.
Unplug thermocouple wire
and coil it to prevent damage
while moving the main body.
Unplug igniter wires
and coil them up and
tuck them into the
burner. Disconnect pilot tube at the gas
valve and at the union. Carefully
bend the remaining length of tube
from the pilot up inside the burner
assembly to protect it.
Remove the flexible gas
connector.
2.
DISASSEMBLY
Front Tabs
Wing Nut

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3. 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 main body. If the oven
has the optional door assembly
installed,remove the door
assembly.
Cap Nut
4. Remove the control box as
shown.
DISASSEMBLY
(4) 1/4-20 screws