Woodstock Soapstone PROGRESS Hybrid User manual

INSTALLATION
For over two centuries, New Englanders have heated their homes with soapstone stoves. A properly in-
stalled and operated soapstone stove will warm your home and delight your eye for a lifetime.
Read this entire manual carefully. t explains how to install your Woodstock Soapstone Progress Hybrid
Wood Stove safely and how to operate it correctly and efficiently. The clearances and procedures
recommended in this guide are in compliance with the recommendations of the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA), the Underwriters Laboratories (UL), and the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA). You may feel some of them are very stringent, but they should be followed. They were designed to
protect you, your home, and the environment. mproper installations are a major cause of serious fires.
Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or death.
Before installing a woodstove, check your local building codes and any requirements established by your
insurance company.
You may need a local building permit to install your stove. Any changes in your home must comply with
building codes. f the codes have not been fully updated, you may want to check with the Building
nspection Department or your local Fire Department. A qualified stove installer should be aware of any
changes and updates to local and state codes and may be best suited to handle
your installation work.
Many chimney sweeps are qualified installers. f you are unfamiliar with
sweeps or need to locate a certified sweep in your area, you can check listings at
www.csia.org (Chimney Safety nstitute of America). Builders and contractors
are another option. n some cases, homeowners install their own stoves. Before
installing your stove, please review carefully the stove installation, clearance,
and safety information in this manual. Woodstock Soapstone has NF (National
Fireplace nstitute) certified woodburning specialists on staff and available to
answer any questions you may have about your installation. f you have
questions, please call us toll free at 1-800-866-4344.
You should notify your insurance company that you are using a woodstove.
Before you light your first fire, have a local building inspector and your
insurance representative inspect, and approve in writing, your installation.
THE PROGRESS HYBR D S NOT APPROVED FOR NSTALLAT ON N MOB LE HOMES.
LOCAT ON
A stove which is centrally located will heat the greatest area of your home. Heat should be able to circulate
easily into nearby rooms. Placing your stove near an open stairway or register in the floor will help transfer
heat to other rooms.
Other installation considerations are:
•Clearance to Combustibles
•Adequate Space for Wood Loading and Ash Removal
•Room Traffic Patterns
Most people install their stove in a room they use frequently where they can enjoy the beauty and comfort
of the stove. This also helps in ease of the monitoring and reloading the stove as needed.
A well-planned placement will enhance your enjoyment of your stove and may save installation costs.
T e best location for a c imney and
woodstove is in t e center of t e
ouse. T e c imney will be warmer,
draft will be better, and radiant eat
will be distributed more evenly.
ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS
The Model 209 Progress Hybrid Woodstove is not approved for an alcove installation. An alcove is described
as an area less than 512 cubic feet, which is equivalent to an 8’x8’x8’ space.
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CH MNEYS
Your chimney is a critical component of your wood heating system. A prop-
erly designed and constructed chimney will help to provide safe and efficient
woodstove operation. Hot exhaust rising up through the chimney also pulls
combustion air into the stove through the air damper. f a chimney is too short,
or the flue too large, the hot exhaust will cool and slow down. This can lead to
poor stove performance, smoke spillage, back puffing, and even creosote build
up in the chimney itself. An excessively tall chimney could lead to a strong
draft, which may make the fire difficult to control with the stove damper. This
could result in over firing the stove and lead to damage to the cast iron compo-
nents as well as the catalytic combustor. Whether you are installing a new
chimney, or adapting an existing chimney to your woodstove, close attention
to chimney height, flue size, and location should be considered.
Chimney Flue Sizing:
The ideal flue size for the Progress Hybrid is 6” - the same diameter as the
stove’s flue collar.
f upsizing needs to occur due to an existing chimney the following general
rules apply:
1. nterior Chimney (no walls of the chimney exposed to the outside below
the roofline): the inside cross-sectional area of your chimney should be no more than 3x the cross-sectional
area of the woodstove flue collar.
2. Exterior Chimney (if there are one or more walls exposed to the outside below the roofline) - The flue
should be no more than 2x the cross-sectional area of the flue collar.
Recommendation: The Progress Hybrid has a 6 inch flue collar, thus an 8 inch x 10 inch rectangular or 10
inch round flue tile for an inside chimney are the maximum flue sizes we recommend for this stove. For an
outside chimney, an 8 inch x 8 inch square or 8 inch round would be the largest acceptable. The smallest size
we recommend is 6 inches round, as the flue should not be less than the flue collar
size.
Note: For flues that exceed the recommended area, a stainless steel chimney liner is rec-
ommended.
Height Requirements:
The chimney must extend 3 ft. above the point where it passes through the roof
and must also be 2 ft. higher than any roof surface or obstruction within 10 feet
(measured horizontally) of the chimney. You should check your local building codes
for any other requirements.
The recommended minimum chimney height is 15 feet from the flue collar of the
stove to the top of the chimney. This includes connector pipe and chimney pipe.
There may be other factors to conform to code for clearances on the roof, high wind,
high altitude, etc., that may make the minimum height undesirable or a violation of
building codes.
CH MNEY TYPES
DO NOT CONNECT TH S UN T TO A CH MNEY FLUE SERV NG AN-
OTHER APPL ANCE.
There are two acceptable types of chimneys: Lined Masonry Chimneys and Class
A, Pre-fabricated Metal Chimneys rated to 2100° F. Masonry chimneys must meet
all applicable codes for a safe installation.
C imneys must ex-
tend a minimum of
3’ above roof
penetration...
... and a minimum of 2’
above t e ig est point
wit in 10’.
Installing a Stainless
Steel Liner in a Masonry
C imney
Terra Cotta Tile Lined
Masonry C imney
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Lined Masonry Chimneys:
Always have the chimney inspected prior to your stove installation. f your
chimney is not lined with appropriately sized clay flue tiles, or the clay tiles are
old, cracked, damaged or otherwise compromised, a stainless steel chimney
liner or poured liner will be required. Depending on the condition of your flue
or clay tiles, the stainless steel liner may need to be wrapped in a high tempera-
ture insulation blanket. A liner may also be recommended if your flue is too
large for the draft to flow properly (please refer to the section on chimney siz-
ing). Our customer service department can answer any questions regarding the
use of a liner and/or insulating blanket. Call 1-800-866-4344.
Existing chimneys should be checked twice a year for obstructions, cre-
osote deposits, surface cracks, chemical deterioration and poor construction.
Any damage should be repaired immediately. Two other chimney related
areas that should be checked are chimney penetrations at the floor or ceiling
joists, and at the roofline. There should be at least 2 inches of clearance be-
tween the chimney and floor joists or other combustible materials. Poor
flashing between the chimney and the roof line can cause leaks and deterio-
ration of chimney mortar.
You should make preliminary checks, but if you have any doubts, or are
unfamiliar with chimney construction, cleaning, or maintenance, have a
local fire official or certified chimney professional inspect your chimney. f
repairs are required, be sure to use someone who is knowledgeable in chim-
ney work and familiar with local code requirements.
n addition: All brick or cinder block chimneys should have clean out ac-
cess with a tight fitting door. Masonry chimneys should have a wash at the
top. All chimneys should have a cap to keep out rain and snow and to mini-
mize downdrafts caused by wind.
Passing Through A Combustible Wall:
With an exterior chimney, in most cases the chimney connector (or stove
pipe) will need to pass through a combustible wall. The following are
acceptable methods:
A. Use a section of Solid nsulated Prefabricated Metal Chimney to connect
to the chimney - Use a section of insulated prefabricated 2100° Class A
chimney pipe listed to UL 103 HT (at least 1” of insulation or greater) the
same inside diameter as the stove pipe and maintain a 9” air space between
the wall of the prefabricated chimney and the combustible wall. This section
of chimney pipe can be supported by a sheet metal plate securely fastened to
the combustible wall, with a hole cut in the middle of it. This will close the
gap around the chimney pipe and the framed opening. (See Diagram A
Below)
B. Build a solid brick surround around a tile liner - Frame a 3.5” thick brick
surround into the combustible wall you need to pass through. Maintain a
minimum 12” brick separation from the clay liner to combustibles. The
minimum 5/8” thick clay liner should be cemented in place and run from the
outer surface of the brick to the inner surface of the chimney. (See Diagram B
Below)
C. There are also UL Listed kits available that are specifically designed for
passing through a combustible wall. For more information on these kits,
please contact Woodstock Soapstone Company. Please note: there are several
UL listed wall pass through kits available, always follow the manufacturers
specific installation instructions. (See Diagram C Below)
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A.
Using a Prefabricated Metal C imney sec-
tion to connect to an existing masonry
c imney located be ind a combustible wall
Refractory
Cement
nsulated
section of
factory built
chimney
Sheet
Steel
Supports
9”
9”
9”
9”
T e minimum clearance for a single wall
metal stovepipe and terra cotta t imble at
t e c imney connection is 12”
B.
Refractory
Cement
12”
12”
12”
12
Stainless Steel
Connector
Fireclay Thimble
UL listed and approved wall pass t ru kit.
C.
UL listed
insulated
thimble
Minimum required
air space
Listed wall
protector &
cover shield
Connecting t e stove to a masonry t imble.

For other methods, please refer to NFPA 211.
REMEMBER, UNPROTECTED S NGLE OR DOUBLE WALL STOVE P PE SHOULD NOT PASS THROUGH A COMBUST BLE
WALL OR CE L NG TO CONNECT TO THE CH MNEY. YOU MUST USE AN APPROVED METHOD WH CH PROV DES
GREATER PROTECT ON THAN S NGLE OR DOUBLE WALL P PE.
Prefabricated Metal Chimneys:
For high efficiency, freestanding woodstoves, like your Woodstock Soapstone stove, a
Prefabricated Metal Chimney must be listed as Class A and carry a UL Listing of 103 HT
(high temperature). The “UL 103 Type HT Class A” prefabricated
chimney will have a temperature rating of 2,100° F.
There are prefabricated chimney systems that are approved to 1,700° F and are generally
used with fireplace inserts or
factory built fireplaces. These ARE NOT suitable for use with your Woodstock Soapstone stove.
At the point of the first penetration of a combustible surface (i.e., wall or ceiling) all subsequent venting
components need to be prefabricated “UL Type HT Class A”. f your prefabricated chimney goes through
a living space it must be enclosed, and that enclosure must conform to clearance standards for the prefab-
ricated chimney. Your chimney must pass through your roof and extend above the roof line in accordance
with code standards. Please refer to height requirements on Page 2.
PREFABR CATED CH MNEY CONF GURAT ONS
The diagrams below represent the most common and acceptable installations using prefabricated chim-
ney pipe. The necessary components are listed and shown in their appropriate locations. These compo-
nents are Class A listed to U.L. 103HT (tested to 2100 degrees F.) Only components listed to U.L. 103HT
can be used to install your wood stove. nstallation instructions are described below for examples only.
More detailed instructions are available through Woodstock Soapstone or the pipe manufacturer. AL-
WAYS FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S SPEC F C NSTALLAT ON NSTRUCT ONS.
nstalltion 1- Flat ceiling through the roof
First, determine where the stove will be placed. Pay close attention
to all required clearances for the stove and connector pipe. Next, use
a plumb line to locate the Finish Ceiling Support in the ceiling above.
Cut the appropriate sized hole in the ceiling and frame in the neces-
sary supports to secure the ceiling support. nstall the pipe adapter
onto the first section of chimney pipe, and lower them into the Ceil-
ing support. Use an insulation shield in the attic to keep any insula-
tion away from the pipe. f the attic is a living space the chimney pipe
must be fully enclosed. As the pipe extends through the roof, install
the appropriate flashing and storm collar to keep the weather out. As
the height of the chimney increases to meet code, it may be necessary
to install a roof brace (typically recommended at 5’ intervals). All
chimneys should have the appropriate cap installed at the top to re-
duce wind and weather related downdrafts as well as deter any ani-
mals from building nests. The connector pipe should extend from the flue collar of the stove to the pipe
adapter at the ceiling support. The male (crimped) end should always point down toward the stove. Be
sure that each joint has enough overlap for a secure connection. All connections should be fastened with
screws, including at the flue collar and pipe adapter. (Please refer to the manufacturers full set of installa-
tion instructions)
nstallation 2- Pitched/Cathedral Ceiling through the roof
Determine where the stove will be placed. Be sure all clearance requirements are satisfied. Choose the
appropriate support for your installation (Support box or Roof support package). Use a plumb line to lo-
cate the support in the ceiling above. Cut the appropriate sized hole in the ceiling and install the neces-
sary framing to secure the support. nstall the support according to its specific instructions.. Be sure that
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UL 103 HT Stainless
C imney Connection
nstallation 1- Flat ceiling through the roof
Attic Insulation Shield

the support hangs down below the ceiling far enough to maintain
proper clearance to the connector pipe (steeper slopes require more
pipe below the ceiling). nstall the pipe adapter to the first section of
chimney pipe and lower it into the support box (or connect it to the
bottom of the roof support). As the pipe extends through the roof
install the appropriate roof flashing and storm collar. nstall the
proper chimney pipe lengths to meet code and recommended chim-
ney height. t may be necessary to install a roof brace for stability.
Always install the appropriate cap to the top of the chimney. Dou-
ble wall connector pipe is recommended for installations that have
10’ or more from the stove to the chimney. Be sure that all joints in
the connector pipe are secure and fastened with screws, including at
the flue collar and chimney pipe adapter. (Please refer to the manu-
facturers full set of installation instructions).
nstallation 3- Through the wall
This installation requires the use of an insulated wall thimble to
penetrate a combustible wall. Typically a 9”-12” chimney pipe and
pipe adapter will pass through the thimble and make the connection
between the interior connector pipe and an insulated tee with a
clean out on the outside of the bulding. The tee and chimney rising
up from it rest on a wall support designed to bear the weight of the
chimney. nstall lateral supports as specified as the chimney rises
along the exterior wall. The appropriate flashing and storm collar
should be installed if the chimney penetrates an eave or overhang.
An offset of 15 or 30 degrees may also be used to go around an over-
hang. As the chimney extends above the roof to meet code it may be
necessary to install a roof brace. (Please refer to the manufacturers
full set of installation instructions).
Stovepipe (Connector Pipe):
Connector pipe is either single wall (sheet metal) or double wall (sheet metal outer pipe with a stainless
steel inner pipe). We strongly recommend 22 gauge pipe (26 or 28 gauge is too thin for use with a wood-
stove). The connector pipe should be 6 inch diameter to match the flue collar of the stove. f your connec-
tion to either a masonry chimney or prefabricated chimney system is more than 8 feet tall, we recommend
the use of double wall connector pipe. f you need to reduce clearances for your connector pipe installa-
tion, double wall connector pipe would be recommended. All pipe connections, including at the flue col-
lar, must be secured with screws. DO NOT USE GALVAN ZED SNGLE WALL PPE.
Connector pipe is designed to connect your stove to your masonry lined or approved prefabricated
chimney system. CONNECTOR P PE SHOULD NEVER BE USED AS A CH MNEY AND SHOULD
NEVER PASS THROUGH A COMBUST BLE WALL, CE L NG, W NDOW, CLOSET, OR ROOF. At
the point where your stovepipe meets the chimney, you must either vent into a masonry chimney with
approved non-combustible transition, or a prefabricated chimney system with a specially designed transi-
tion piece.
F REPLACE NSTALLAT ON
Your Model 209 Progress Hybrid Woodstove has the option of short legs to make it more adaptable to
venting through an existing fireplace. The short legs lower the height of the stove by 5 inches. The center-
line height of the rear flue exit drops from 27.75” to 22.75”. nstalling the Progress Hybrid soapstone stove
in a fireplace setting is a great way to enjoy the view of the fire, while greatly increasing the efficiency and
reducing heat loss to the fireplace chimney. NOTE: The short legs do not allow for the installation of an
ash pan.
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nstallation 2
Pitched/Cathedral Ceiling through the roof.
Class A
nstallation 3- Through the Wall

We do not recommend placing the stove inside the fireplace, as it would
be difficult to access the control levers, load the stove, and much of the
heat radiating off the stove would not circulate into the room.
The preferred method for installing a stove in front of a fireplace is by
running a stainless steel ‘flex’ liner down the chimney, connecting it to the
stove at the fireplace. Chimneys with large flues should be re-lined to
achieve proper draft. f the chimney does not have a flue tile or if the tile
is cracked or compromised, an additional insulating material must be
used.
t is important that there be a secure connection between the stove
and the flue liner. t is NOT acceptable to simply install a plate in
front of the fireplace and run a stovepipe through it. The stove pipe
must connect with the liner for a continuous outlet to the top of your
chimney.
Stainless steel flex liner kits come in a variety of lengths and are
readily available. These kits include a flexible stainless steel pipe, tee
with snout & clean out, a block-off plate for the top of the chimney
and a cap. Please contact Woodstock Soapstone Company for more
information on these kits. ALWAYS FOLLOW THE MANUFAC-
TURER’S SPEC F C NSTALLAT ON NSTRUCT ONS.
f the fireplace surround is clad in wood trim, the proper clearance
to a combustible will need to be maintained. Please refer to the
clearance charts. An unprotected wood mantel needs to be a mini-
mum of 30” from the top of the stove. f a mantel shield is installed
that clearance can be reduced to 12”.
DO NOT VENT YOUR WOOD STOVE THROUGH A FACTORY
BU LT F REPLACE UNLESS T S SPEC F CALLY L STED FOR
SUCH AN NSTALLAT ON . Most factory-built fireplace chimney
systems are only rated to 1,700° F, which is not sufficient for a free-
standing wood burning stove.
FLOOR PROTECT ON REQU REMENTS
Your Woodstock Soapstone stove must be set on an approved hearth or floor protection.
The hearth protects your floor from two hazards:
• Heat Transfer: Heat radiation from the bottom, front, and sides of the woodstove
• Ember Protection: Sparks and hot coals that may fall out during ash removal and
reloading of firewood
DO NOT NSTALL YOUR WOODSTOCK SOAPSTONE STOVE ON A COM-
BUST BLE SURFACE (WOOD, CARPET, LAM NATE, OR V NYL, FOR EXAMPLE).
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Cap
Top Plate
Stainless
Liner
Cleanout
Tee & Snout
Progress Hybrid s own on
t e optional s ort legs
Components of a standard liner kit:
Tee wit clean out& snout, stainless
flex liner, top block-off plate & cap.

Even if you have a stone or tile overlay on wood, it is still considered combustible since the surface mate-
rials will not provide adequate heat transfer protection.
Your stove MUST sit on one of the following:
•A hearth pad of solid masonry (brick or tile on concrete and mortared in place)
•A prefabricated hearth pad listed to UL approved standards. These pads are made to be placed on an
existing floor. Woodstock Soapstone Company has a good selection of these pre-made pads.
•A custom designed pad constructed of approved non-combustible materials which will protect the floor
from sparks, hot coals, and ashes; and prevents heat from being transferred onto the floor beneath.
F YOU CHOOSE TO BU LD YOUR OWN HEARTH PAD
1) Start with a plywood base or sub-floor.
Over t is apply:
2) a layer of insulating board with an R-Value of at least 0.80 (R value
can be reduced by using the optional 3.5” ash lip)*. Depending on
the material you choose, the insulating board can be as little as 1/2”
thick. For additional help with material specifications, contact
Woodstock Soapstone Company at 1-800-866-4344 or at info@wood-
stove.com.
Over t is apply:
3) 1/4” or greater of a decorative, non-combustible material such as tile,
slate, stone,
or brick. Use mortar or grout to set the material in place, then grout the seams.
*The R Value of the hearth pad can be reduced down to 0.40 with the use of the Progress Hybrid Ash
Lip EXCEPT WHEN US NG THE SHORT LEGS.
Specifications for floor protectors may be listed in terms of R-value, K-value, or C-value. To convert K or
C value to R-value use the following formulas.
K to R: R=1/K x T (Thickness of the alternate material)
C to R: R=1/C
Once alternate materials have been converted to R-values, the values of multiple layers can be added to
determine the combined protection. f the overall R-value meets or exceeds the specified .80 (or .40) then
the materials are acceptable.
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You can build your own eart pad to fit
your decor. T e eart pad must meet a
trim
board
1/4” slate or tile
3/4” plywood
or subfloor
non-combustible
insulation board
R-values of common hearth materials:
Ceramic Tile 1/4” 0.020
Granite 1/4” 0.020
Slate 1/4” 0.025
Cement Mortar 1/2” 0.025
Cementboard 1/4”-1/2” 0.20-0.39
Common Brick 2.25” 0.450
Common Brick 4.00” 0.800
Please Note: Always check with the manufacturer of the hearth material used to
verify the R or K value.
K Values cannot be added, convert to R value before adding multiple layers.

DO NOT USE: Old-fashioned stove boards that were commonly sold in hardware stores as they DO
NOT have adequate protection and ARE NOT approved for primary floor protection under your stove.
Hearth Rugs also ARE NOT meant to be used as primary hearth protection. These are made to be used
in addition to an approved hearth, and are used as auxiliary decorative protection. They are not made to
be a substitute for an approved hearth pad.
Hearth Sizing:
Clearances for your 209 Progress Hybrid stove on the front, back and sides must be taken into considera-
tion when determining the placement and size of your floor protection. Vertical dimensions can be added
to horizontal dimensions on all but the loading door side to equal the clearances needed to a combustible
floor surface. For example, if you are required to have 12 inches in front of the stove for clearance and you
have a raised hearth that measures 6 inches high, the stove can sit 6 inches from the edge to equal the 12
inches required. The floor protection must extend under any horizontal connector pipe and 2 inches be-
yond each side.
STOVE W TH 10” LEGS
A. Floor protection in front of stove = 12” -OR- With optional ash lip= 8”
B. Floor protection at loading door side = 16”
C. Floor protection non-loading door side = 8”
D. Floor protection behind stove (top vent or rear vent) = 6”
Minimum hearth size in a parallel installation is
43”D x 54.5”W. (10” Legs) 47” D x 54.5” W (Short Legs)
Recommended size is 48” D x 60”W or larger (10” legs or short legs with ash lip)
STOVE W TH SHORT LEG OPT ON (Requires ash lip)
A. Floor protection in front of stove = 16”
B. Floor protection at loading door side= 16”
C. Floor protection at non-loading door side = 8”
D. Floor protection behind the stove = 6”
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B
C
D
A
PARALLEL HEARTH PAD
Optional Ash Lip

CORNER HEARTH PAD
Minimum hearth size in a corner installation must be 54”x54” (with the front corner cut off). NOTE: On a
hearth of minimum size, the stove will not be centered left to right, but will meet the minimum required
clearances.
Calculating a Corner Hearth Pad (per NFPA 211):
A=C x 1.414 + W/2 + D + Front Hearth Requirement
A =distance from corner to the front of the hearth pad
C = clearance from rear corner of appliance to wall (12” w/
rear heat shield)
1.414 = a constant
W/2 = one half the width (11.375”)
D = appliance depth (25”)
Front Hearth Clearance= 12”
Example:
Progress with the Rear Heat Shield & Pipe Shield
A= 12” x 1.414 + 11.375 + 25”+12” A= 66”
Note: f using the optional Ash Lip A= 62”
f using the optional Short legs and Ash Lip A= 70”
WALL PROTECT ON
The Model 209 Progress Hybrid stove has been tested to UL standards for
clearances to combustible walls. The minimum clearances to unprotected walls
are as follows:
Minimum clearances with no heat shields to unprotected combustible walls:
From the back-------------------36”
From the sides-------------------24”
Do not assume that a wall is not combustible because it has a nonflammable
surface. A wall with any combustible materials in it must be considered com-
bustible. For example, a brick wall attached to wood studs is considered a com-
bustible wall. Over time, heat will pass through bricks and heat the wood, lowering the ignition
temperature of the studs, possibly resulting in a fire. As waves of radiant heat energy meet a combustible
object, heat is absorbed and the temperature of the object is raised, which can result in spontaneous com-
bustion. Similarly, wood-framed walls which are covered with tile, stone or fire-rated sheetrock must be
considered combustible. Fire-rated sheetrock is also considered combustible due to the paper covering.
f you wish to install your stove closer to a combustible wall than standard clearances will permit, you
can either attach a UL approved stove & pipe shield, or mount a protective non-combustible shield on the
wall.
Stove and Pipe Shields:
Clearances can be reduced by attaching a UL approved heat shield and pipe shield. Woodstock Soap-
stone Company carries heat shields specifically designed for this stove. When using one or both of these
shields, clearance is measured from the back of the shield to the combustible wall. The clearance be-
hind the stove can be reduced to 7 inches. The clearance behind the pipe can be reduced to 6 inches.
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A=66”
60”
60”
43”
23”
CORNER HEARTH PAD
Progress Hybrid shown above
Rear eat s ield & pipe
s ield greatly reduce re-
quired clearances

Wall shields:
Clearances can also be reduced by mounting a ventilated shield on the wall that extends 36” out beyond the
stove (see diagram below). f you are installing wall protection, it should be spaced out from the wall one
inch. This air space allows air to flow freely behind the shield, cooling the combustible wall and preventing a
pocket of hot air from being trapped behind the shield. The wall protection can be attached to the studs using
long screws and ceramic wall spacers. The spacers should not be installed directly behind the stove. The top
and either a.) both sides, or b.) the bottom must be left open for adequate ventilation.
*These clearances meet or exceed requirements of NFPA 211, Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid
Fuel Burning Appliances.
• These clearances apply to walls, ceilings, furniture and other combustibles.
• The 36” Vertical Stack Shield attaches to the back of the stove pipe and prevents excess heat from being
radiated from the pipe. Heat shield protection is only required for the first 36” of vertical connector pipe.
• At least 30” is required from the front of the stove to combustibles (such as curtains, wall hangings, and
furniture).
The same clearances from your stove and stove pipe apply to both fireplace and freestanding installations. Be
particularly careful to check clearances to a wood mantel or a wood fireplace facade. You must maintain a 30”
clearance to an unprotected wood mantel. See Fireplace nstallations on Pages 5-6.
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98.5” Required Width
67.5”
Required
Height
12”
EXAMPLE:
Wall shield sizing with the 12” Mini-
mum Clearance to Combustible
Wall/Top Venting.
Note: Wall shield size will vary de-
pending on distance between stove
and wall.
Clearance Table For Model 209 PROGRESS Hybrid
Type of nstallationu Top Vent Rear Vent Rear Vent with elbow Stove Sides
Stoveck Pipe goes
Type of protectionq Stove Back Stovepipe
No Protection 36” 36” 36” 18” 24”
3 1/2” thick Masonry Against 24” 24” 24” 12” 16”
Combustible Wall*
3 1/2” thick Masonry with 12” 12” 18” 9” 12”
1” ventilated airspace*
24 ga. sheet metal with 12” 12” 18” 9” 12”
1” ventilated airspace*
1/2” thick non-combustible 12” 12” 18” 9” 12”
insulation board with 1” airspace*
UL Listed Rear Heat Shield and 6” pipe 7”stove 16” 6” 24”
36” Vertical Stack Shield 7” stove
Clearance
from stove
back and pipe,
w ic goes
straig t up
Clearance
from stove
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Clearance from stove back
and vertical single wall
connector pipe

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A
B
E
C
W TH REAR HEAT SH ELD & P PE SH ELD ATTACHED
A. Back of stove shield to wall = 7” D. Side of stove to wall = 24”
B. Back of pipe shield to wall = 6” E. Side of pipe to wall = 36”
C. Above pipe to ceiling = 18”
D
NO HEAT SH ELD
A. Back of stove to wall = 36” D. Side of stove to wall = 24”
B. Back of pipe to wall = 18” E. Side of pipe to wall = 36”
C. Above pipe to ceiling = 18”
CLEARANCE NSTALLAT ON D AGRAMS
1) Parallel nstallation, Single Wall Pipe, Top Vent
A
B
D
E
2) Parallel nstallation, Single Wall Pipe, Back Vent
NO HEAT SH ELD
A. Back of stove to wall = 36” D. Side of stove to wall = 24”
B. Back of pipe to wall = 18” E. Side of pipe to wall = 36”
C. Above pipe to ceiling = 18”
W TH REAR SH ELD & P PE SH ELD ATTACHED
A. Back of stove shield to wall = 16” D. Side of stove to wall = 24”
B. Back of pipe shield to wall = 6” E. Side of pipe to wall = 36”
C. Above pipe to ceiling = 18
C

A
B
A
NO HEAT SH ELD
A. Stove corners to side walls = 36” (determines placement)
B. Pipe to side walls = 18”
C. Pipe to corner =18”
W TH REAR SH ELD & P PE SH ELD ATTACHED
A. Stove corners to side walls = 12” (determines placement)
B. Back of pipe shield to side walls = 6”
C. Pipe to corner =6”
B
4) Corner nstallation, Single Wall Pipe, Back Vent
C
C
TOP VENT
NO HEAT SH ELD
A. Stove corners to side walls = 36” (determines placement)
B. Pipe to side walls =18”
C. Pipe to corner =18”
W TH REAR HEAT SH ELD & P PE SH ELD ATTACHED
A. Stove corners to side walls = 12” (determines placement)
B. Pipe to side walls = 18”
C. Pipe to corner =12”
3) Corner nstallation, Single Wall Pipe, Top Vent
CLEARANCE NSTALLAT ON D AGRAMS
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SETT NG UP YOUR STOVE
Your Model 209 Progress Hybrid Wood stove has been shipped fully assembled except for five parts:
1) The stove legs 2) A.The bottom heat shield (if no ash pan) or B. Optional ash pan 3) The flue
collar/cover plate 4)The rear heat shield 5) Loading door handle.
(1) How to install the legs:
1) The Progress legs are packed inside of the stove along with step by step instructions and mounting
hardware. Remove them from the packaging and read through the instructions. The legs must be
installed on your stove prior to use.
2).Remove the outer pallet extensions to access the the pre-drilled mounting holes in the stove base.
3) Hold the leg in position and start the bolt and washer by hand. Tighten with a 9/16” socket or
wrench.
4) Repeat step three for all of the legs. Confirm that all of the legs are firmly tightened.
5) Follow the instructions for removing the stove from the pallet once the legs are installed.
Note: Use the same procedure to install the optional short legs if needed.
(2a.) How to attach the Progress fill plate, retainer plate, and bottom heat
shield (no ash pan model):
The bottom heat shield prevents excess heat from being radiated from the stove onto the hearth.
llustrated instructions and hardware will be packed with your bottom heat shield. (Refer to the diagram
on page 33)
1. nstall the firebox fill plate. The top side has several rows of wavy lines. Be sure it lies flat and is
evenly spaced front to back and side to side. t is held in place by the retainer plate.
2. Hold the retainer plate up to the base of the stove. There are twelve holes in the retainer plate that
align with six holes in the base casting and six holes in the fill plate. Align the holes and secure the
retainer plate to the base and fill plate.
3. Secure the bottom heat shield to the base with the bolts provided. An attachment illustration is
provided with the heat shield.
(2b.) How to attach the Progress ash pan:
1. llustrated instructions and hardware will be packed
in your ash pan. Read through them before you
begin. (Refer to the diagram on page 34) nstall the
ash grate. Be sure it lies flat and is evenly spaced
front to back and side to side.
2. Next install the ash pan holder. The mounting holes
are located on the outer perimeter of the gasket
channel under the stove. Be sure your ash pan door
is at the same end of the stove as the loading door,
line up the holes in the ash pan holder to the
corresponding holes on the base of the stove. Tighten
the bolts gradually and evenly.
MAKE SURE THE HOLDER S COMPLETELY SEATED N THE GASKET TO PREVENT A R
LEAKS!
3. Attach the ash pan heat shield and shield extensions to the ash pan holder. The open end of the heat
shield accomodates the ash pan door. Line up the holes in the heat shield with the holes in the shield
extensions and the holes in the rails of the ash pan holder. Secure with provided sheet metal screws.
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4. Open ash pan door and slide the ash pan into the holder. REMOVE THE ASH PAN COVER
BEFORE L GHT NG YOUR STOVE.
(3) How to attach the Progress flue collar & cover plate:
Your Progress Hybrid will arrive with the flue collar pre-installed on the rear exit and the cover plate
on top of the stove. The flue collar and cover plate are interchangeable. f you prefer to top vent your
stove, please follow the steps below.
Top Venting:
1. First, reach in through the back flue collar and remove the 2 bolts and washers
that secure the cover plate to the stove. With the top cover plate removed, reach in
and remove the 2 bolts and washers that secure the flue collar to the back of the
stove.
2. Next, install the cover plate on the back exit of the stove. Hold the cover plate
over the flue exit that will not be used. Line up the holes of the cover plate with the
tabs located to the right and left of the flue exit. Place a flat washer over one of the
bolts provided and thread it into the hole in the cover plate. Thread the second bolt
and washer through the other tab into the cover plate. Tighten the bolts.
3. Place the flue collar over the top flue exit. Be sure it is seated in the gasket.
4. Line up the holes in the flue collar with the tabs to the right and left of the flue
exit. Secure flue collar with the remaining bolts and washers. Tighten the bolts.
5. Do not overtighten these bolts: simply tighten until each is firmly seated in the
gasket and the bolts are snug.
(4) How to install the rear heat shield:
1) The rear heat shield consists of four parts and the mounting hardware. Hardware and detailed
instructions are packed in the bag that contained this manual. The parts of the rear heat shield are: the
stove body shield, the rear flue cover, the damper cover, and the fall away handle
holder. (Refer to the diagram on page 32).
2) Attach the fall away handle holder to the stove body shield on the same side as the loading
door. Use the small nuts and bolts to secure the holder through the pre-drilled holes.
3) Turn the threaded studs into the tapped holes just below the rear flue exit. Slide the spacers
over the studs.
4) nstall the damper cover plate and rear flue cover (if you are top venting). Slide them into position
with the painted side away from the stove. Be sure all of the mounting holes line up.
5) Slide all pieces over the studs. Secure with the acorn nuts.
(5) How to install the load door handle:
1) The door handle assembly consists of a threaded ring and a spacer. Detailed instructions are packed
with the parts.
2) Thread the rod into the door latch.
3) Slide and hold the spacer over the rod.
4) Turn the ring onto the threaded hole already attached to the loading door. The ring should be tight
in the vertical position.
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