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DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL: Retain for future use 30002278 10/06 Rev . 1 1 2278 Dutchwest noncat cover 5/04 Homeowner ’ s Installation and Operating Manual If this heater is not properly installed, operated, and maintained, a house fire may result. For safety , follow all installation, operation and maintenance directions. Contact local build[...]

2 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 The Dutchwest Model 2478 covered in this Owner ’ s Guide has been tested and listed by OMNI - T est Laboratories, Inc. of Beaverton, Oregon. The test stan- dards utilized were UL 1482 for the United States and ULC S-627 for Canada. Dutchwest Model 2478 is not listed for mobile home installati[...]

3 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 1. Maximum burn times and heat outputs are based on laboratory testing using full loads of seasoned hardwoods, and may vary in individual use depending on how the stove is operated, type and moisture content of fuels, and other factors. Maximum burn times are achieved under different operating [...]

4 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Installation SAFETY NOTICE: IF YOUR DUTCHWEST CON- VECTION HEA TER IS NOT PROPERL Y INST ALLED, OPERA TED AND MAINT AINED, A HOUSE FIRE MA Y RESUL T . FOR SAFETY , FOLLOW ALL INST ALLA- TION, OPERA TION AND MAINTENANCE DIREC- TIONS. CONT ACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INST [...]

5 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Prefabricated Chimneys A prefabricated metal chimney must be one tested and listed for use with solid-fuel burning appliances. A horizontal connector run should be inclined 1/4” per foot (20 mm per meter) from the stove toward the chimney . The recommended maximum length of a hori- zontal run[...]

6 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Double-W all Connector Information on assembling and installing double-wall connectors is provided by the manufacturer of the double-wall pipe. Follow the manufacturer ’ s installation instructions exactly . Most manufacturers of prefabri- cated double-wall insulated chimneys also offer doubl[...]

7 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Securing the Connector to a Masonry Chimney The Dutchwest Convection heater may be connected to either a freestanding masonry chimney or a masonry fireplace chimney . Freestanding Installations If the chimney connector must pass through a combus- tible wall to reach the chimney , follow the re[...]

8 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Fireplace Installations - Through the Fireplace The Convection heater may be installed either without legs* as a fireplace insert, or with standard legs at- tached - depending on the safety regulations that apply to your situation, the height of the fireplace opening and your own preference. [...]

9 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 A flush-mounted sheet metal cover may be used on one side only . If covers must be used on both sides, each cover must be mounted on non-combustible spacers at least 1” (25 mm) clear of the wall. Y our Dutchwest dealer or your local building inspector can provide de- tails of other approved [...]

10 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Procedure: 1. Convert specifications to R-value: i. R-value given - no conversion needed. ii. k-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in inches: iii. K-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in inches: iv . r-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in inches: R = r x T 2.[...]

1 1 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Fireplace Installation Clearances A fireplace installation requires special clearance be- tween the: • Side of the stove and the right and left walls • Side of the stove and the decorative side trim on the fireplace face • T op of the stove and the mantel In addition, both Fireplace A[...]

12 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Designing a Safe Installation The section that follows contains charts with the infor- mation that you’ll need to make your installation safe. Included are a chart to tell you exactly where to cut the hole in the ceiling so that the stove will meet clearance requirements, a chart that gives [...]

13 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 1. Shielding for a top exit stove must include a flue collar shield to protect the area behind the flue collar . 2. Chimney connector heat shields must extend exactly 24” (610 mm) above the flue collar of the stove. 3. Dimension is to the top plate of the stove, not the back wall of the s[...]

14 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Distance from Center of Flue Collar to W all in T op-Exit Installations Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2478 NOTE: These are not clearance distances. These measurements indicate where the centerline of the flue col- lar will be for various installations. Measurements are from the centerline[...]

15 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 W all Heat Shield Dimensions DutchWest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Model #2478 ST802 sidewall protection 5/04 48” (1220 mm) 60” (1525 mm) Spaced 1” (25 mm) from Floor ST802 Fig. 17 Sidewall protection. ST803 corner wall protection 5/04 60” (1525 mm) 48” (1220 mm) Spaced 1?[...]

16 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Y our convection heater requires some assembly . Follow the directions carefully and refer to the parts diagram at the back of this manual. Unpack the Parts Remove the bottom heat shield strapped to the top of the stove and all loose parts from the firebox and the ash pan. Check to make sure [...]

17 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 6. Reposition the stove so the other front corner over- hangs the pallet and remove the leg bolt from the bottom of the stove. Align the leg with the bolt hole in the bottom of the stove, and attach it with the bolt and washer . T ighten securely . 7. Reposition the stove so the first rear le[...]

18 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Heater Controls and Features Air Control The Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2478 has a control that regulates the amount of air drawn into the stove. Generally , more air entering the stove allows the fire to burn hotter and faster , while less air decreases heat output and prolongs the ov[...]

19 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Successful Wood Burning Woodburning is often said to be more of an art than a science. Y ou’ll easily master the art if you start by using good, dry fuel and by understanding how the stove’s air supply system operates. Burn Only High-Quality Fuel Y our heater is designed to burn natural wo[...]

20 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Use the Air Control Settings that Work Best for Y ou No single control setting will fit every situation. Each installation will differ depending on the quality of the fuel, the amount of heat desired, and how long you wish the fire to burn. Control settings also depend on your particular ins[...]

21 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Y ou’ll soon find that this stove is HOT WHILE IN OPER- A TION! KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING, AND FURNI- TURE A W A Y . CONT ACT MA Y CAUSE SKIN BURNS. DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS HEA TER. Overfiring may cause a house fire, or can result in permanent damage to the stove. If a part of the stove or the[...]

22 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Remove Ashes Frequently Wear heavy stove gloves when removing ashes. Check the ash compartment before reloading the stove. If the ash pan is nearly full, empty the pan. Before replacing the ash pan, clear away any ash that may have spilled over the sides and back of the pan. Empty the ash draw[...]

23 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Keep Y our Stove Looking New And Working Its Best Care of the Cast Iron Surface An occasional dusting with a dry rag will keep the painted cast iron of your Dutchwest Convection Heater looking new . If the paint needs retouching, allow the stove to cool completely . Wire-brush areas needing to[...]

24 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 3. Apply a thin bead of stove cement in the newly- cleaned groove. 4. Lay the gasket into the groove. Wait until you are a couple inches from the end before you cut it. 5. T est the gasket by closing the door on a slip of paper as described above. Adjust the gasket in any areas where an inadeq[...]

25 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Cleaning the Chimney System The chimney system is composed of the chimney and the pipe that connects the stove to the chimney . Inspect the chimney and chimney connector at least twice monthly , and clean if necessary . When you first begin using the stove, check daily for creosote — a subs[...]

26 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 helpful) and vacuum away ash using a flexible vacu- um hose inserted into each passage. Care should be taken not to damage the white fibrous material in this rear chamber . (Fig. 34) The Chimney Connector TWO WEEKS: • Inspect the chimney connector and chimney . Clean if necessary . TWO MON[...]

27 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Y our stove is only one part of a system that includes the chimney , the operator , the fuel, and the home. The other parts of the system will affect how well the stove works. When there is a good match between all the parts, the system works well. Wood stove operation depends on natural (unfo[...]

28 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 for installing a different appliance without relocating the thimble. There should be no more than eight feet of single-wall stove pipe between the stove and a chimney . Longer runs can cool the smoke enough to cause draft and creosote problems. Use double-wall stove pipe for longer runs. Singl[...]

29 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 of the other appliances. If you need to crack a nearby window or door to enable the chimney to pull well, you should install an outside-air intake to bring combustion air into the room. Conclusion Woodburning is more an art than a science. Art in- cludes technique; and since installations, hom[...]

30 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2478 29 26 27 32 37 21 19 12 38 41 24 25 16 30 37 23 42 39 35 1 14 13 4 43 2 6 9 10 17 1 1 7 3 34 [...]

31 Dutchwest Non-Catal ytic Con vection Heater 30002278 Dutchwest Convection Heater (continued) Models 2478 Ref. Description 2478 8. Brick Support Bracket 30000986 9. Shoe Refractory 30002101 Shoe Gasket 30002286 10. Lower Fireback Refractory 30002102 1 1. Upper Fireback Refractory 30002212 12. Lower Retainer 30002272 13. Right End Insulation 30002[...]

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