New Buck Corporation 18 manual

NON-CA T AL YTIC UNITS MODEL 18 SAFETY NOTICE FEATURES PREPARATIONS INSTALLATION OPERATION MAINTENANCE SAFETY IF THIS HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY IN STALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT . FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE INSTALL ATION INSTRUCTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS CONCERNING RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSP ECTIONS IN YOUR AREA. MANUFA[...]

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T ABLE OF CONTENTS Important Instructions......................................................................................................... ...…..3 SECTION I: Introduction....................................................................................................…....4 SECTION II: Masonry Insert Installation......................[...]

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INST ALLA TION, OPERA TION, AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MODEL 18 READ THIS FIRST IMPOR T ANT INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING THESE UNITS GENERATE A LOT OF HEAT, SO TREAT THEM WITH CARE. HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNIT URE AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BUR NS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE APPLIANCE. FAILUR E[...]

CAUTION YOUR CHIMNEY MUST BE CO RREC TLY SIZED. A CHIMNEY THAT IS TOO SMALL OR LARGE IN DIAMETER, OR TOO SHORT, CAN CAUSE YOUR STOVE TO SPILL SMOKE WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED. SECTION I INTRODUCTION Your Buck Stove is a non-catalytic unit designed to meet the m ost stringent emissions standards without the use of a catalytic combus tor. This effect is[...]

SECTION II MASONR Y INSER T INST ALLA TION The Model 18 may be installed using an all mas onry fireplace built in accordance with the Uniform Building Code and National Fire Prot ection Association (NFPA). The first step in this type of installation is to determine the acceptability of th e fireplace and chimney for use with a woodstove. Both the c[...]

1. The hearth must be of masonry construction a nd must extend a m i nimum of 16" in front of the firebox opening and a minimum of 8" to either side of the firebox opening. 2. If there is not minimum hearth protection from the front of the firebox opening and the front of the masonry hearth, a floor protector must be used in f ront of the[...]

POSSIBLE T OOLS NEEDED FOR INST ALLA TION If you decide to install your ow n stove, there are several hand tools you may need to do the job. If you do not already have them, they ar e readily available at most hardware stores. Caulking gun Large adjustable wrench (may not be needed) Drop Cloths Vacuum cleaner or whisk broom Flashlight 1 tube of RTV[...]

INST ALLA TION PROCEDURE (Without Direct or Positive Connect Kit) POSITIONING THE HEATER When positioning the heater, the following conditions MUST be met! (See Figure 2.) 1. The front of t he damper ope ning must be positioned BEHIND the rear edge of the lintel to ensure pro per draft. (See F igure 2.) 2. The vertical plane of the fireplace front [...]

7. Next using high heat silicone or furnace cement, run hea vy bead of caulking around whe re panels meet the stove. (See Figure 4.) 8. Using the bras s trim pro vided with ki t, place side brass trim (wit h straight edge down) o ver each oute r edge of side trim panel. Next place top brass trim over to p tr im panel. All 45º corners should match.[...]

FINAL CHECK 1. Recheck the spec ified clearances. 2. Remove all foreign material from the firebox area. 3. Open the primary air draft. NOTE: Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet. Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and sharp objects. Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping, etc[...]

SECTION III PRE-F AB ZERO CLEARANCE INSER T INST ALLA TION The Model 18 may be installed into any UL listed prefabricated fi replace that is large enough to accept it. MINIMUM CLEARANCES Except for “ NOTE(S) ”, FOLLOW MASONRY INSTAL LATION CLEAR ANCES FOUND IN YOUR OPERATIONS MANUAL. INST ALLA TION PREP ARA TION Pre-Fab Zero Clearance Fireplace[...]

NOTE: DO NOT BLOCK ANY EXISTING LOUVERS OR VENT ON THE EXISTING PREFAB WITH ANY TRIM PANELS FOR THE MODEL 18 . NOTE: If the Pre-Fab Zer o Clear ance Fireplace is not equipped W ith HT -2100 degr ee UL Listed pipe, a UL-1777 Liner must be Installed the the Full Length of th e chimney , and attached to the Flue Exit of the Insert. NOTE: If the Pr e-F[...]

MINIMUM CLEARANCE T O COMBUSTIBLES FIGURE A FIGURE B INCREASER PACK TIGHT WITH CERAMIC WOOL (DO NOT USE GLASS WOOL) 6” FLEX PIPE OR ADJUSTABLE ELBOW 13[...]

2. To complete this installation, fo llow the basic m asonry fireplace trim kit instructions EXCEPT : The trim kit may have to be cut do wn in size so as not to block any cooling vents/chambers of the Zero Clearance Fireplace. 3. To complete methods 1 and 2, position th e heater into the Z C Fireplace and center the flue exit under the connection. [...]

SECTION IV RESIDENTIAL FREEST ANDING INST ALLA TION MINIMUM CLEARANCE T O COMBUSTIBLE MA TERIAL PREP ARING THE ST OVE FOR I NST ALLA TION 1. Remove the protective plastic wrapping from the unit. 2. Inspect the unit for any obvious physical damage. NOTE: Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet. Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulati[...]

AL TERNA TE FLOOR PROTECT ORS MA TERIAL Floor protector must be 3/8" minim um thickne ss non-combustible material or equivalent. With the floor protector or hearth extension mate rial specified as one layer of 2" thick brick with a K* factor of 5.0, you may us e alternate materials as long as the K factor(s) is calculated as follows: FORM[...]

CLEARANCES FOR MODEL -18 RESIDENTIAL FREEST ANDING INST ALLA TION MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES NOTE: All clearances are to combustibles wi thout low clearance sh ields and using single wall pipe and minimum floor protector. Clearances above may be reduced. Follow NFPA-211 codes if available or foll ow instructions on next page. MODEL A B C D [...]

Chimney Ceiling Exits : These models are designed for connection to: (1) Simpson Duravent - Dura Black (2) Metal Fab (3) Ameritec - BSR NOTE: This room heater must be converted to (1) a chimney com plying with the requirements for Type HT chimneys in the Standa rd for chimneys, Factory-Built, Residential, Type and Building Heating Appliance, UL 103[...]

B. WALL EXIT IN TO METAL TEE-BOX 1. Mark the plumb line on the wall directly beh i nd the center of the heater. (See Figure 7.) NOTE: When using 24# ga. minimum blue or black steel pipe, maintain 18" between pipe and ceiling. 2. Place the vertical po rtion of the heater pipe and the elbow in position and project a point onto the plumb line lev[...]

3. Measure up so there will be at least 1/4" rise per foot of horizontal connector pipe, maintaining clearances to the ceiling as noted in Figure 7. Th is will give you the center of the hole for the chimney penetration. 4. After locating the center of the penetration, install the tee box and chimney as per the chimney manufacturer's spec[...]

equivalent material that will res ist corrosion, softening, or cra cking from f lue gases at temperatures up to 1800º F. NOTE: In addition, a connector to a masonry chimney shall extend through the wall to the inner face or liner but not beyond, and shall be firmly cemented to masonry. Exception: A thimble may be used to facilitate re m oval of th[...]

Figure 9 Close Clearance Installation using: (1) 6 " S i m p s o n D u r a - V e n t s i n g l e w a l l c h i m n e y connector (Dura Black) and 6" Simpson Du ra-Vent 2100 Deg HT (Type DP) chimney or (2) 6" Metal Fab Type single wa ll connector and 6" Metal Fab 2100 HT chimney or (3) Ameritec. For Minimum Clearances see page 1 [...]

ALCOVE INST ALLA TION CLEARANCES NOTE: Clearances to be used with double wall pipe and low clearance shield. A B C D E F G H I MODEL 18 8" 10" 12" 7" 16" 8" 8" 14" 34" * Floor Protector at rear need ed for through-the-wall exit only. DOUBLE WALL PIPE I A B C F E G D H FIGURE 10 23[...]

FINAL CHECK 1. Recheck the specified clearances. 2. Remove all foreign material from the firebox area. 3. Open the primary air draft. NOTE: Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet. Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and sharp objects. Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping, etc.[...]

SECTION V FREEST ANDING MOBILE HOME INST ALLA TION NOTE: See page 26 for clearances for Mobile Home. FLOOR PROTECTION Floor protector must be 3/8" minimum thickness non-combustible material or equivalent. W ith the floor protector or hearth exte nsion m aterial specified as one layer of 2" thick brick with a K* factor of 5.0, you may use [...]

CLEARANCES FOR MODEL -18 RESIDENTIAL FREEST ANDING INST ALLA TION AND MOBILE HOME INST ALLA TIONS MINIMUM CLEARANCES T O COMBUSTIBLES USING SINGLE W ALL PIPE AND LOW CLEARANCE SHIELDS Figure 11 A B C D E F G MODEL 18 8" 10" 12" 7" 16" 8" 8" NOTE: All clearances are to combustibles using single wall pipe and all op[...]

INST ALLA TION OF CLOSE CLEARANCE SHIELDS (Optional) Take rear close clearance shield and align it wi th the pre-punched holes in the rear skin of stove. Insert self-tapping screws through the shields into the stove. Next, take side shield (end with the holes goes toward the rear of the stove) and insert the screws through the holes in the si de sh[...]

T OOLS FOR INST ALLA TION Drop cloth 3/32" Metal drill bit 5/16" magnetic socket chuck adapter, 5/16" wr ench (box or socket) or adjustable wrench Jigsaw with masonry, metal and wood blades W ARNING: DO NOT INST ALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM . PREP ARING THE HEA TER FOR INS T ALLA TI ON 1. Remove the protective pl astic wrapping from the un[...]

6. Check that the pedestal stand is still aligned with the marks. Mark the outside air opening of the stand on the pad. 7. Next, mark the center line of the outside air opening. Set stand aside. 8. Next, cut a 4 1/4" diameter hole in the pad and continue through the floor. CAUTION THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME FLOOR MUST BE MAINT[...]

Figure 12 For ceiling exit using close clearance listed chimney 1. Suspend a plumb bob from the ceiling above the unit so that the weight is hanging in the center of the flue exit. (A small weight on a string will serve as a plumb bob.) Mark the ceiling where the string is suspended to locate the center of the chimney hole. 2. After locating the ce[...]

(b) Chimney pipe height is at l east 2 feet higher than any part of the roof within 10 feet of the chimney. (See Figure 12.) 4. Next, install a New Buck Corporation chimney connector to the flue of the heater or use 3 “ELL” brackets and secure to the top of the heater and pipe. 5. Using single wall chimney connector, connect the heater to the c[...]

4. Place crumpled pieces of newspaper in the stove . Light it and close the doors. Ensure that the stove draws properly th rough the primary draft. 5. Check for smoke leaks around the doors. 6. Open the doors and check for smoke escaping fr om the front of the stove. Smoking usually indicates a defective or poorly positioned ch imney. Som e chimney[...]

The chimney and chimney connector should be in spected once every two months. Any build- up of soot should be removed to prevent the risk of a chimney fire. To remove chimney or chimney connector: Remove screws or fasteners. Remove pipe and clean with steel brush. Replace chimney or chimney connector, a nd replace screws and/or fasteners. CAUTION N[...]

BUILDING A FIRE 1. Open the door. 2. Open the primary air co ntrol lo cated on right side of stove unde r hearth. To close push all the way in. To open pull all th e way out. Use air setting, loca ted on primary air handle, for low, low-medium, m edium-high, and high. 3. Twist two pieces of non-colored newspaper into a ro ll and place them on the f[...]

SECTION VIII ROOM AIR BLOWER OPERA TION Your heater is equipped with a room air blower. For opera tion and wiring see below. NOTE: Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet. Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat and sharp objects. Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent damage caused by tripping, etc. 35[...]

SECTION IX TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUS E SOLUTION Sluggish heater Obstruction in ch imney Check for and remove o b s t r u c t i o n Improperly sealed trim kit or (a) Check trim kit gasketing direct connect kit seal to fireplace and gasket as necessary to seal unit. Check gasket under front bottom of stove if needed. ( b ) C h e c k s e a[...]

Improper regulation of draft or inlet air Improper door fitting Gusts of Wind Wind gusts blowing down the chimney Opening heater door too fast High fuel consumption Backpuffing Smoke rollout when heater door is opened. ( a) Close inlet air contro l as much as possible to maintain desired heat output. (b) Check gaskets, reinstall fiberglass gasketin[...]

EP A COMPLIANCE ST A TUS The Model 18 heater meets the U.S. Environmen tal Protection Agency’s Emission limits for wood heaters sold after July 1, 1992. Under specifi c conditions this heater has been shown to deliver heat at rates rang ing from approximately 10,000 to 45,000 BTU/Hr for the Model 18. MODEL 18 WOOD ST OVE 1. Se condary a ir tubes [...]

REPLACEMENT P AR TS FOR THE MODEL 18 D e s c r i p t i o n P a r t N o . 1. Air Control Bar MF 810084 2. Door Handle Assembly PA 910096 3. Door Roping 3/4" RP FR2LD.750G 4. Glass Gasket RP FTV125X1.00GA 5. Inside Motor Plate Blanket PO 180102 6. Outdoor Motor Plate Blanket PO 180100 7. Door Gold PC 212400G 8. Door Black PC 212400 9. Thermostat[...]

NEW BUCK CORPORA TION (NBC) "LIMITED W ARRANTY" FOR THE BUCK ST OVE PLEASE READ THIS W ARRANTY CAREFULL Y PRODUCTS COVERED This warranty covers the new Buck Stove heating unit, so l ong as it is owne d by the original purchaser, including optional and standard accessories purchased at the same tim e, subject to terms, limitations, and con[...]

If for any reason you are dissatisfied w ith the suggested procedures, you may contact us in writing at: New Buck Corporation P. O. Box 69 Spruce Pine, NC 28777 CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS A. Replacement of parts may be in the form of new or fully reconditioned parts, at NBC's option. B. There is no other express warranty. All implied warranties[...]