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    Homeowner ’ s Installation and Operating Manual For use in the United States and Canada SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERL Y INST ALLED, OPERA TED AND MAINT AINED, A HOUSE FIRE MA Y RESUL T . TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MA Y RESUL T IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODIL Y INJ[...]

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    2 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Introduction Thank you for choosing a Vermont Castings Seville to meet your heating needs. We're confident you will find the Seville to be an effective wood-burning heater incorporating modern, non-catalytic combustion technology with the classic aesthetic appeal of its Vermont Castings lineage. The Seville [...]

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    3 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Specifications Seville, Model 1635 Maximum heat output ......................... 30,000 Btu’s/hr . 1 Area heated ...................................... Up to 1320 sq. ft. 2 Fuel size/type ...................................... 18” (46 cm) logs Loading ..........................................................[...]

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    4 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Chimneys Y our stove must be connected either to a sound masonry chimney that meets local codes, to a relined masonry chimney that meets local codes, or to an approved prefabricated metal chimney . Whichever of those types you use, the chimney and chimney con- nector must be in good condition and kept clean. If y[...]

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    5 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Masonry Chimneys, cont'd. • Unused openings in an existing masonry chimney must be sealed with masonry to the thickness of the chimney wall, and the chimney liner should be repaired. Openings sealed with pie plates or wallpaper are a hazard and should be sealed with mortar or refractory cement. In the even[...]

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    6 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Double-wall Chimney Connectors The Seville is approved for installation in the U.S. and Canada with double-wall chimney connectors that have been tested and listed for use with solid-fuel burning appliances by a recognized testing laboratory . Follow the instructions for assembling and installing double-wall conn[...]

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    7 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Connection Above the Fireplace In this installation, the chimney connector enters the fireplace flue though a thimble located above the fireplace. (Fig. 6) The liner of the fireplace chimney should extend at least to the point at which the chim- ney connector enters the chimney . Follow all the guidelines for ins[...]

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    8 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 • Placing a chimney connector pipe inside a section of 9" (229mm) diameter , solid-insulated, factory-built chimney , with two inches of air space between the chimney section and combustibles. (Fig. 10) Canadian Requirements: In Canada, the Canadian Standards Association has established specific guidelines[...]

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    9 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Floor Protection A tremendous amount of heat radiates from the bottom plate of your Madison. The floor area directly under and around the stove will require protection from radiant heat as well as from stray sparks or embers that may escape the firebox. Heat protection is provided through the use of a V ermont Ca[...]

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    10 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Wall Shields W all shields should be constructed of 24 gauge or heavier sheet metal, or another noncombustible material such as 1/2" (13mm) insulation board (Fig. 14) or common brick "laid on flat," with the 3 ¹⁄₂ " (90mm) side down. Shields must be spaced out from the combustible surfac[...]

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    11 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Fig. 15 Parallel installation, vertical chimney connector , two wall shields. 1 (25mm) 1 (25mm) 40 (1016mm) 40 (1016mm) 36 (914mm) 36 (914mm) ST483 1 (25mm) 1 (25mm) 40 (1016mm) 40 (1016mm) 36 (914mm) Fig. 16 Parallel installation with rear wall pass-through, two wall shields. ST484 1 25mm 1 25mm 40 (1016mm) 40 [...]

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    12 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Seville 1635 Clearance Chart Use the chart below together with the diagrams on the next page to determine the minimum clearance required for your particular installation. In any case, it is always advisable to locate the stove as far away from walls as pos- sible in order to take full advantage of the radiant pr[...]

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    13 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Alcove Installations The Seville is approved for installation into an alcove constructed to maintain the clearances diagramed in Figure 18. Fig. 18 Alcove specifications. Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces (per NFPA 211) A Min. Width B Max. Depth C Stovetop to Ceiling 52” (1321mm) 27” (686mm) 36” (914[...]

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    14 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Y ou will need the following tools to assemble the Seville: • 7/16" open end wrench • safety glasses & gloves • flat head screwdriver • power drill w/ 1/8" (3mm) bit • stub handle phillips screwdriver Unpack the Stove 1. Remove the shipping straps and plastic wrap. 2. Inspect the stove an[...]

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    15 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Install the Fan 1. Position the Fan body within the Rear Shroud as shown in Figure 20. The Fan’ s upper flange should be located behind the lip of the opening. Secure the Fan to the Shroud using five sheet metal screws and single star washer supplied with the kit. Install the Rheostat Switch 1. Install the Swi[...]

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    16 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Attach the Chimney Connector 1. If you have not already done so, remove the Outer T op Plate by simply lifting it off of the stove body . 2. Insert the crimped end of the first section of chimney connector into the flue collar . Using the holes in the collar as guides, drill 1/8" (3mm) holes through the con[...]

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    17 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Air enters the stove through two, unrestricted inlets and is heated while passing through separate channels before being delivered through four stainless steel multi-ported tubes located at the top of the firebox. Burn Only High-Quality Wood THE SEVILLE IS DESIGNED TO BURN NATURAL WOOD ONLY; DO NOT BURN ANY OTHE[...]

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    18 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 In newer homes that are well-insulated and weather- tight, poor draft may result from insufficient air in the house. In such cases, a slightly opened window near the stove on the windward side of the house will provide the fresh air needed. A more effective option for delivering ample combustion air to the stove[...]

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    19 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 The Primary Air Inlet must be open when starting a fire or when refueling. Step 1. Open the primary air control fully . (Lever at 7:00) Step 2. Place several sheets of crumpled newspaper in the stove. Avoid using glossy or colored paper , as these burn poorly . At the front of the firebox, place on the paper six[...]

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    20 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Refuel While the Embers Are Still Hot Reload the Seville while it is still hot and there are plenty of glowing embers to rekindle the fire. Include some smaller pieces of wood in the new load of fuel to help the stove return to its operating temperature quickly. Wear stove gloves, and follow this procedure when [...]

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    21 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Let the fire in the stove go out and allow the stove to cool completely before beginning any maintenance procedure. Care of the Cast Iron Surface An occasional dusting with a dry rag will keep the painted cast iron of your Seville looking new. The stove’s paint can be touched up as needed. First, clean the are[...]

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    22 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Step 7. Press the gasketed part firmly against its normal mating surface to seat the gasket evenly in its channel. Close and latch the door to do this; close the door on a piece of waxed paper to keep the cement from migrating onto the non-gasketed part, or mask other parts Step 8. Clean excess cement from aroun[...]

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    23 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Annual Maintenance Perform a thorough cleaning, inspection and repair each Spring, at the end of the heating season. • Thoroughly clean the chimney and chimney connec- tor . • Inspect the chimney for damage and deterioration. Replace weak sections of prefabricated chimney . Have a mason make repairs to a mas[...]

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    24 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Pipe & Chimney Layout Every bend in the flue will act as a brake on the exhaust as it flows from the firebox to the chimney cap. The ideal pipe and chimney layout is straight up from the stove through a completely straight chimney. Use this layout if at all possible as it will promote optimum stove performan[...]

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    25 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Y ou can judge the moisture content of wood by its appearance and weight or use a commercially avail- able moisture meter for an exact measurement. Unseasoned wood will be a third heavier than dry wood. Also, look for cracks (‘checking’) in the ends of the log that result from contraction as the wood dries. [...]

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    26 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 18 19 20 18 19 20 18 19 20 13 14 25 32 18 31 30 29 34 36 35 36 34 33 26 26 24 1 2 28 4 39 46 41 40 43 16 39 5 6 11 12 3 3 38 37 44 7 17 8 22 15 9 10 21 23 9a 10a Vermont Castings, Majestic Products reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products[...]

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    27 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 Seville 1635 (continued) Item/Model Number Part Number 0-05 Notes: 1. In this diagram and throughout this manual, 'left' and 'right' mean as you face the stove. 2. Use only Vermont Castings Glass Panel part number 30000774 for replacement. 3. Part numbers for cast iron parts in this diagram a[...]

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    28 Vermont Castings Seville 30001490 ©Vermont Castings, Majestic Products 4. This warranty does not cover a stove repaired by someone other than a Vermont Castings Majestic Products Company Authorized Dealer. 5. Damage to the unit while in transit is not covered by this warranty but is subject to claim against the common carrier. Contact the Autho[...]