Vermont Casting 2550 manual

0956 Encore Co v er 2/01 Homeowner ’ s Installation and Operating Manual 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 INJURY OR[...]

2 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Congratulations on your choice of a V ermont Castings Encore. With this purchase you have made a commitment to make the hearth a place of warmth, beauty , and comfort in your home. At CFM Corporation, we share that joy and appreciation for the hearth. Y ou may be assured that your cast-iron V ermont Castings sto[...]

3 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Specifications 2" (50mm) 25  " (640mm) T op exit flue collar height 27" (685mm) 25  " (660mm) 18  " (470mm) 7  " (190mm) 27" (685mm) 22  " (570mm) 15  " (390mm) 5" (130mm) 2  " (75mm) 23 ?[...]

4 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 SAFETY NOTICE: IF YOUR ENCORE IS NOT PROP- ERL Y INST ALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MA Y RESUL T . TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS. CONT ACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRIC- TIONS AND INST ALLA TION INSPECTION REQUIRE- MENTS IN YOUR AREA. Before you begin an installation, [...]

5 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 What Kind of Chimney to Use Y ou must connect the Encore to a code-approved masonry chimney with a flue liner , to a relined masonry chimney that meets local codes, or to a prefabricated metal chimney that complies with the requirements for T ype HT chimneys in the Standard for Chimneys, Factory-Built, Resident[...]

6 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Chimney Connector Guidelines A chimney connector is the double-wall or single-wall pipe that connects the stove to the chimney . The chim- ney itself is the masonry or prefabricated structure that encloses the flue. Chimney connectors are used only to connect the stove to the c him ne y, as in Fi gur e 5. Doubl[...]

7 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 ST492 Defiant freestanding installation 1 1/00 Chimney Elbow Slip Pipe Standard Connector Oval to Round Adapter Flue Collar Thimble Flue Liner Flue ST492 Fig. 6 An exploded view of the chimney connection in a free- standing masonry installation. Securing the Single-wall Connector to a Masonry Chimney Both freest[...]

8 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 • The fireplace damper must be sealed to prevent room air from escaping up the flue. However , it must be possible to re-open the damper to inspect or clean the chimney . * Check These Clear- ances ST244 Plymouth fplc over mantel 12/99 * * Chimney Connector Shields Mantel Seal this off ST244 Fig. 8 In this i[...]

9 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 D E F I A N T ST493 Brick pass thru 1 1/00 W all Stud Chimney Connector 12” Noncombustible Material Floor Pro- tection ST493 Fig. 10 An approved wall pass-through for the United States. Y our local dealer or your local building inspector can provide details for other approved methods of passing a chimney conne[...]

10 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Floor Protection for Fireplace Installations Do not assume that your fireplace hearth is completely noncombustible. Many fireplace hearths do not meet the “completely noncombustible” requirement because the brick or concrete in front of the fireplace opening is supported by heavy wood framing. (Fig. 13) [...]

1 1 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 In general, the greatest clearance is required when you place a stove and its connector with no heat shields near a wall with no heat shield. For example, when the Encore is installed parallel to the rear wall and no shields are used, it must be at least 31” (787 mm) from the wall behind it and at least 24?[...]

12 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Chimney Connector Heat Shields Chimney Connector Heat Shields should be used whenever the rear heat shield is used, or in any other situation when it is necessary to protect nearby com- bustibles from the heat of the connector . The ceiling above horizontal runs of chimney connector must be protected as well if[...]

13 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Alcove Installations Because of their restricted air flow and heat reten- tion characteristics, alcove installations have specific construction requirements and special clearances. No rear stove or chimney connector heat shields are used in alcove installations. Bottom heat shield requirements remain the same[...]

14 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 24” (610 mm) 8” (203 mm) 12” (305 mm) 4” (102 mm) 2 12” (305 mm) * (A) 24” (B) 31” (C) 24” (D) 8” (E) 15” (F) 8” (610 mm) (787 mm) (610 mm) (203 mm) (380 mm) (203 mm) (G) 24” (H) 19” (I) 17” (J) 8” (K) 1 1” (L) 7” (610 mm) (483 mm) (432 mm) (203 mm) (280 mm) (178 mm) (M) 24” [...]

15 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Stove Installed Parallel to W all Stove Installed Parallel to W all Stove in Corner Stove in Corner Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces T op Exit , No Heat Shields D E F F C C A B J K L L I I G H ST628 Encore Clearance Diagrams 02/01 P Q M N N/A N/A T op Exit Installations , rear heat shield, and chimney co[...]

16 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 W all Shield Requirements for Common Installations E E C B A B D ST629a Encore wall shield AA 02/01 E E A = 30” (762 mm) B = 44” (1 1 18 mm) C = 36” (914 mm) D = 66” (1676 mm) E = 1” (25 mm) ST629a Fig. 23 Parallel installation, vertical chimney connector , with stove, connector and wall shields. Maxi[...]

17 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Distance from the Center of the Flue Collar to the W all in T op-Exit Installations The information on this page is helpful in planning stove placement for top-exiting installations, particularly those in- stallations with chimneys that pass through the ceiling. However , this is not a clearance chart. Final st[...]

18 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Set Up Y our Stove Cast iron stoves are heavy , and it will take two to four people to move your Encore into position. Wipe the protective coating of oil from the griddle with a clean dry rag or a paper towel. Install the handle on the griddle. First, place the griddle upside down at the edge of a flat surface[...]

19 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 ST540 Assembly handle 1 1/00 ST540 Fig. 32 Assemble the front door handle. Operation The Encore Controls T wo controls regulate the performance of the Encore: a primary air control supplies oxygen for the fire, and a damper directs air flow within the stove to activate and deactivate the catalytic combustor .[...]

20 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 The damper is closed when the handle points forward . Smoke from the fire is directed through the catalytic combustion system where it can be further burned for greater efficiency , before passing up the chimney . When closing the damper , be sure to pull firmly enough to snap it into the locked position. ST[...]

21 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Infrared Reflective Glass Panels for Clear Fire Viewing The inner surfaces of the infrared reflective glass panels are kept at a higher temperature than the outer surface. This design, along with a preheated ‘airwash,’ makes clear fire viewing possible at most levels of operation. Andirons Help Protect t[...]

22 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 In some newer homes that are well-insulated and weather-tight, poor draft may result from insufficient air in the house. In such instances, an open window near the stove on the windward side of the house will provide the fresh air needed. Another option for getting more combustion air to the stove is to duct a[...]

23 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Conditioning Y our Stove Cast iron is extremely strong, but it can be broken with a sharp blow from a hammer or from the thermal shock of rapid and extreme temperature change. The cast plates expand and contract with changes in temperature. When you first begin using your Encore, minimize thermal stress by all[...]

24 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 5. Close the damper when the griddle temperature reaches 450°F (230°C). 6. Adjust the air control for your desired heat output. NOTE: Stove installations vary , and the operating guidance given here is only a starting point. The draft management information on Page 25 will explain in detail how the features o[...]

25 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 • Remove the ash pan, making sure to keep it level. • T o keep the cover from sliding off and to keep ash from falling on the floor , do not tilt the ash pan for- ward. If the stove is in operation, close the ash door while disposing of the ash. • Properly dispose of the ash in a metal container with a t[...]

26 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Flue Sizing The inside size of a chimney for an ‘airtight’ stove should match the size of the stove’s flue outlet. When a chimney serves an airtight, more is not better; in fact, it can be a disadvantage. Hot gases lose heat through expansion; if we vent a stove with a six-inch flue collar (28 square in[...]

27 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Back-puffing Back-puffing results when the fire produces volatile gases faster than the chimney draft pulls them out of the firebox. The gases back up in the firebox till they’re dense enough and hot enough to ignite. If your stove back-puffs, you should open the damper to let the smoke rise to the flue[...]

28 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Removing the Glass The left door is slightly different from the right in that one of its retainer clips is located under the door mani- fold. 1. Remove the right and left door assemblies by raising the door until the lower hinge pin clears its drilling; then, angle the door bottom slightly outward and pull down[...]

29 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 2. Turn the pressure screw approximately one half turn clockwise. 3. Tighten the lock nut. Keep the pressure screw from turning as you tighten the nut. Re-test the damper . Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic com- bustor should remain active for two to six years (de- pending on the amount of wood b[...]

30 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 missing, it should be replaced. Call your local V er- mont Castings’ Authorized Dealer for a replacement element. While the catalytic element is removed, check the condition of the secondary air probe. Use an inspection mirror to locate the probe within the combustion cham- ber . The probe should extend 1” [...]

31 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 8. If the element is in good condition and clean, re-in- stall it in the stove and replace the refractory access cover . 9. Replace the fireback, install the two wedges, and replace the cast iron hood. 10. Clean the chimney and chimney connector . Operate the stove in your typical manner for two weeks, inspect[...]

32 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 8. Clean any excess cement from around the chan- nel, then let the cement that holds the new gasket dry thoroughly . Adjust the Door If Necessary The stove’s door(s) may need adjustment after you have regasketed it. Initially , it may require loosening to accommodate the new gasket; after a few weeks, it may [...]

33 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Appendix: Catalytic Combustor In any chemical reaction, including the combustion process, there are certain conditions which must be met before the reaction can take place. For example, a reaction may require a certain temperature, or a certain concentration of the reactants (the combustion gases and oxygen), o[...]

34 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. 1 2 3 6 5 10 9 7 4 1 1 1 14 15 16 17 18 21 23 21 25 27 28 30 31 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 61 62 70 71 50 51 52 53 54 55 56a 57 58 59 60 7[...]

35 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 1. Included in #5008649 upper fireback assembly . 2. Not interchangeable, due to a heat-reflective coating on the room side of the panels. 3. Included in #0004345 ceramic handle assembly . Encore W oodburning Stove Model 2550 (continued) Item Description Part Number Item Description Part Number 15. Right Grid[...]

36 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 Shell Enamel Parts - Encore Enamel Color T op Left Side Right Side Front Ashlip Single Leg Classic 1308618 1308623 1308619 1308635 1307406 1307427 Biscuit 30003007 30003006 30003005 30003004 30003002 30003003 Bordeaux 2328618 2328623 2328619 2328635 2377406 2327427 Chestnut Brown 30003019 30003018 30003017 3000[...]

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39 Encore W oodbur ning Stove 2000956 W arranty Limited 3 Y ear W arranty CFM Corporation 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, cement, and gasketing shall be warran[...]

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