Vermont Casting 1656 manual

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 MAIN - T AINED, A HOUSE FIRE MA Y RESUL T . TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS. F AILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MA Y RESUL T IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODIL Y[...]

2 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 Introduction Thank you for choosing a V ermont Castings Madison to meet your heating needs. We’re confident you will find the Madison to be an ef fective woodburning heater incorporating modern, non-catalytic combustion technology with the classic aesthetic appeal of its V ermont Castings lineage. The Madis[...]

3 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 Specifications Madison, Model 1655 Series Range of Heat Output ............... 1 1,300 - 39,700 BTU’ s Maximum heat output .......................... 39,700 Btu’s/hr . 1 Area heated ...................................... Up to 1600 sq. ft. 2, EP A emissions ratings, g/h, non-catalytic ............... 3.3 3[...]

4 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 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 connec- tor must be in good condition and kept clean. If[...]

5 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 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 wallpa- per are a hazard and should be sealed with mortar or refractory cement. In the eve[...]

6 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 Double-wall Chimney Connectors The Madison 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 co[...]

7 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 Connection Above the Fireplace In this installation, the chimney connector enters the fireplace flue through a thimble located above the fireplace. (Fig. 6) The liner of the fireplace chimney should extend at least to the point at which the chimney connector enters the chimney . Follow all the guidelines fo[...]

8 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 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 er - [...]

9 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 T o meet these requirements, a floor protector must be at least 54” (1372mm) wide (“A”,Fig. 12) and 52” (1320mm) deep (“B”, Fig. 12). Fireplace Hearth Protection Do not assume that your fireplace hearth is completely noncombustible. Many fireplace hearths do not satisfy the “completely noncombu[...]

10 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 W all Shields W all shields should be constructed of 24 gauge or heavier sheet metal, or another noncombustible mate- rial such as 1/2” (13mm) insulation board (Fig. 14) or common brick “laid on flat,” with the 3 ¹⁄₂ " (89mm) side down. Shields must be spaced out from the combustible sur- face[...]

1 1 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 Alcove Installations Because of their restricted air flow and heat retention characteristics, specific construction requirements and special clearances apply to installations into alcoves. No stove or chimney connector heat shields are used in alcove installations. ALCOVE INST ALLA TION OF THE MADISON IS NO[...]

12 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 Madison 1655 Series 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 possible in order to take full advantage of the rad[...]

13 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 F F C C A B D E J K L L G H ST553 Madison Clearance Diagrams  11/00 P Q M N I I O O R R V W S T U U X X Stove Installed Parallel to W all Stove in Corner Stove Installed Parallel to W all Stove in Corner PROTECTED SURF ACES T op Exit Installations, no heat shields T op Exit Installations, heat shield [...]

14 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 Stove Installed Parallel to W all Stove in Corner Stove Installed Parallel to W all Stove in Corner PROTECTED SURF ACES Madison 1655 Series Clearance Diagram UNPROTECTED SURF ACES Rear Exit Installations, Bottom Heat Shield, floor protec- tion, minimum 18” (457mm) in front. Y Z AA BB EE FF CC DD ST563 Ma[...]

15 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 ST465 Se ville Install  bottom heat shield Y ou will need the following tools to assemble the Madi- son: • 9/16” open end wrench • safety glasses & gloves • fl at h ead scr ewd rive r • p ower dr ill w/ 1/8” (3m m) bit • stub handle phillips screwdriver Unpack the Stove 1. Remove th[...]

16 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 Attach the Chimney Connector 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 connector pipe. Use the three #10 x 1/2” sheet metal screws provided to secure the chimney connection to the fl[...]

17 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 How the Madison Works Combustion control is achieved in the Madison through two separate air delivery systems. The primary air control lever , located at the left rear corner of the stove, controls the amount of incoming pri- mary air for starting, maintaining, and reviving the fire. More air entering the sto[...]

18 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 ST263 star ting a fire 12/99 Fig. 27 Start a fire with small, dry kindling. ST263 ST264 good fire 12/99 Fig. 28 Gradually add larger pieces of wood until all the wood is burning well. ST264 In newer homes that are well-insulated and weather- tight, poor draft may result from insufficient air in t[...]

19 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 NOTE: Some chimneys need to be “primed,” or warmed up, before they will draw sufficiently to sus- tain a fire. T o correct this situation, roll up a couple pieces of newspaper , place them on top of the kindling and toward the back of the stove, light them, and close the doors. This should heat the chimn[...]

20 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 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 Madison looking new . The stove’s paint can be touched up as needed. First, clean the[...]

21 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 The Chimney System Creosote Y our Madison is designed to reduce creosote buildup significantly . However , regular chimney inspection and maintenance must still be performed. For safety , good stove performance, and to protect your chimney and chimney connector , inspect your chimney and chimney connector on [...]

22 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 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 stove works well. Wood stove operation depends on natural (unforced) draft. Natura[...]

23 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 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. Single V enting Y our stove requires a dedicated flue. Do not connect the stove to a flue[...]

24 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 45 44 39 37 36 32 28 27 23 15 4 1 35 8 6 2 12 26 42 30 31 20 19 1 1 22 3 13 9 21 40 29 17 38 14 7 5 18 10 33 1453 Madison 1655 parts 6/01 16 43 34 24 25 41 46 47 1453 CFM Specialty Home Products reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products[...]

25 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 15 14 16 17 1 10 8 12 1 1 3 2 9 5 4 7 6 1453 Madison Door X view 7/01 18 Madison W oodburning Stove Model 1655, 1656, 1657, 1658, 1659 (continued) Item Description Part Number 29. W asher , 1/4 pl 7/8 o.d. 1202470 30. Pan Hd, PH 10-24 x 1” blk 1200907 31. Nut, Square, 1/4-20 Pln 1203329 32. Insert Door Handl[...]

26 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 Shell Enamel Parts - Madison Model 1655 Part Name Classic Green Moonlight Sand Red Suede Brown T op 30000817 30001213 3001203 30001 193 30001 183 30002599 Left Side 30000797 3000121 1 30001201 30001 191 30001 181 30002597 Right Side 30000796 30001210 30001200 30001 190 30001 180 30002596 Flue Collar 7000969 23[...]

27 V er mont Castings Madison 30001453 W arranty Limited 3 Y ear W arranty CFM Specialty Home Products warrants that this woodburning stove will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years from the date you receive it, except that the catalyst, thermostat assembly , handles, glass door panels, ce- ment, and gasketing [...]

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