New Buck Corporation 81 manual

NON-CA T AL YTIC UNIT MODEL 81 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. MANUFAC[...]

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

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INST ALLA TION, OPERA TION, AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MODEL 81 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 CHILDRE N, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BUR NS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE APPLIANCE. FAILUR[...]

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 81 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 acce ptability of th e fireplace and chimney for use with a woodstove. Both the [...]

MINIMUM CLEARANCES 1. The hearth must be of masonry construction a nd m ust extend a minimum 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 m ust be used [...]

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[...]

Installation Pr ocedur e Positioning the Heater NOTE : It is not necessary to direct connect th is unit unless installed in improper drawing fireplace or oversized flue. It is recomme nded a chimney connector be installed from the appliance flue collar to the first fireplace chim ney section. W ARNING WHEN POSITIONING THE HEATER, THE FO LLOWING CON[...]

Figure 2 7. Slide the unit back into the fireplace. Check to be sure that the trim panels are p roperly po- sitioned and lie flat against the fron t of the firepl ace. If one of more of the panels is out of position, slide the unit out and rese t by loosening the m ounting screws and repositioning in the slot. 8. Reinstall the top trim panel by sli[...]

14. Slide the unit back into the fireplace. Check to be sure th at the trim panels (and brass) are properly positioned and lie fla t against the front of the fireplace. If panels a re out of posi- tion, slide the unit out and rese t by loosening the mounting scre ws and repositioning in the slot. With bar, lift stove in front. Place in su lation ac[...]

4. Place crumpled pieces of newspaper in the stove. Light it and close the doors. Ensure that the stove draws prope rly through the primary draft. NOTE: “Do not use grate or elevate fire. Build wood fi re directly on floor of stove.” 5. Check for smoke leaks around the doors. 6. Open the doors and check for smoke escaping from the front of the [...]

SECTION III PRE-F AB INSER T INST ALLA TION The Model 81 may be installed into any UL listed pre-fabricated firepla ce that is large enough to accept it. NOTE: When installing the Model 81 into a Pre-Fab Zero-Clearance fireplace, a UL-1777 LINER must be installed the Full Length of the chimney and attached to the flue exit of the Insert. NOTE: The [...]

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. Inspect the unit for any obvious physical damage. NOTE : Plug the power cord into a 115V AC outlet to test the fan and motor. Set switch to “Manual” and rheostat to “High” position to ensu re mo tor op[...]

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: FO[...]

Chimney 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 chim ney complying with the requirements for Type HT chimneys in the Standa rd for chimneys, Factory-Built, Residential, Type and Building Heating Appliance, UL 103, or (2) a code [...]

three (3) sheet metal screws or rivets. Ne xt, install an optional New Buck Corporation chimney connector to the flue exit of the heater or you m ay use “Ell” brackets to fasten the pipe to the stove. 4. Install Single Wall Connector and chimney sy stem per m anufacturer’s written operating in- structions. See manufact urer’s list of tested[...]

maintaining clearances to the ceiling as noted in Figure 6. This will give you the center of the hole for the chimney penetration. 4. After locating the cente r of the penetration, install th e tee box and chimney as per the chimney manufacturer's specifications. 5. Connect the chimney collar to the tee-box using #24 ga. minimum blued or black[...]

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 the chimney connector for cleaning, in which case the thim ble shall be permanently cemented in place with high- temperature[...]

OPTIONAL Figure 8 Close Clearance Installation using: (1) 6" Simpson Dura-Vent single wall chim ney connector Dura Black and 6" Simpson Dura-Vent 2100 Deg Ht. “Type DP” chimney. (2) 6" Metal Fab Type single wall connector- 6" Metal Fab 2100 HT chimney. (3) Am eritec. For minimum clearances see pages 20 & 21. ALCOVE INSTA[...]

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 115V AC outlet. Set switch to “Manual” and rheostat to “High” position to ensure motor operates properl y. Route the cord to prevent damage to the cord insulation from heat an[...]

CLEARANCES FOR MODEL 81 MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES FREEST ANDING Figure 9 MODEL A B C D MODEL 81 23" 23" 25" 16" NOTE: All clearances are to combustibles witho ut low clearance shields and using single wall pipe and minimum floor protector. Clearances above may be reduced. Follow NFPA-211 codes if available or follow ins[...]

CLEARANCES FOR MODEL 81 MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES SINGLE W ALL CHIMNEY CONNECTOR AND OPTIONAL SHIELDS, MOBILE HOME AND ALCOVE INST ALLA TIONS Figure 10 MODEL A B C D MODEL 81 12" 16" 12.5" 12" NOTE: All clearances are to com bustibles using single wall pipe and all low clearance shields and minimum floor protector. *Flo[...]

INST ALLA TION OF CLOSE CLEARANCE SHIELDS (Optional) 1. Take rear close clearance shie ld and center with back of stove using self-tapping screws. 2. Remove self-tapping screws from rear of stove. Align holes in side shie ld with holes in rear shield and attach to stove. 3. Before tightening the screws, insert the front end of the shield behi nd th[...]

SECTION V FREEST ANDING MOBILE HOME INST ALLA TION FOR MINIMUM CLEARANC ES SEE P AGE 21. FLOOR PROTECTION 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 m[...]

T OOLS FOR INST ALLA TION Drop cloth 3/32" Metal drill bit 5/16" Magnetic socket chuck ad apter, 5/16" wrench (box or so cket) or adjustable wrench Jigsaw with masonry, metal and wood blades. WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM. PREP ARING THE HEA TER FOR INS T ALLA TI ON 1. Inspect the unit for any obvious physical damage. NO[...]

5. Next, remove the four (4) screws holding the heater to the stand. Posi tion heater out of the way of the installation area. 6. Check that the pedestal stand is still aligne d with the marks and now, mark the outside air opening of the stand on the pad. 7. Next, mark the center lin e of the outside air opening. Set stand aside for now. 8. Next, c[...]

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 center of the[...]

(a) Chi mney pipe is 3' higher than roof at the point where it penetrates the roof. (b) Chimney pipe height is at least 2' higher than any part of the roof within 10' 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 th e top [...]

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 control lo cated on right side of stove unde r hearth. To close push all the way in. To open pull all the way out. Adju stm ents to airflow may be m ade by position- ing the handle anywhere in between. 3. Twist two pieces of non-colored newspaper into a roll and place them on th e floor of t[...]

ROOM AIR BLOWER OPERA TION Your heater is equipped with a room air blower. For opera tion and wiring see Figure 14. For your convenience your heater is equipped with a rheostat with which you are able to select the air flow. The auto and manual switch will allow you to select the position at which the thermostat will function. Auto-position: After [...]

SECTION VIII TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM 1. Sluggish heater 2. High Fuel Consumption 3. Backpuffing 4. Smoke rollout when heater door is opened. POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Obstruction in chimney 2. Improperly sealed trim kit or direct connect kit 3. Wet or unseasoned wood being burned. 4. Poor chimney draft 1. Improper regulation of draft or inlet air 2. Improp[...]

EP A COMPLIANCE ST A TUS The Model 81 heater meets the U.S. Environmen tal Protection Agency’s Emission limits f or 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 81. MODEL 81 WOOD ST OVE 1. Secondary air tubes 2[...]

REPLACEMENT P AR TS FOR THE MODEL 81 1. Air Control Bar MF 810084 2. Door Handle Assembly PA 910096 3. Door Latch PC 910098 4. Door Handle Washer PO 91WASH 5. Front door bushing PO 910102 6. Door Gold PC 212400G 7. Door Black PC 212400 8. Carlingl Fan Auto/Man Switch PE RC211RB 9. Thermostat 110 disc PE 400132 10. Power Cord PE 400240 11. Strain Re[...]

NEW BUCK CORPORA TION (NBC) “LIMITED W ARRANTY” FOR THE BUCK STOVE 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 conditions[...]

New Buck Corporation Customer Service Department P. O. Box 69 Spruce Pine, NC 28777 CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS A) Replacement of parts may be in the form of new or fully re conditioned parts, at NBC' s option. B) There is no other express warranty. All implied warranties of Merchantability and Fitness for Use are limited to th e duration of the[...]