Avalon Olympic 1190, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...uctions for future reference SAFETY NOTICE If this appliance is not properly installed a house fire may result For your safety follow the installation directions Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area Owner s Manual Copyright 2007 T I 10 00 93508061 4050526 Listed Tested to U L 1482 Report 028 S 27 2 June 1999 ...

Page 2: ...oyable experience We offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoyment from your appliance Important Information No other Avalon Olympic appliance has the same serial number as yours The serial number is stamped onto the label on the back of the appliance This serial number will be needed in case you require service of any type Model Avalon Olympic Seri...

Page 3: ...eplace Requirements 20 Drafting Performance 21 Leveling Bolt Installation 21 Block Off Plate Installation 22 Insert with Positive Connection 23 Insert with Direct Connection Masonry Fireplace 23 Insert with Face Seal Connection 24 Operating Your Appliance Safety Notice 25 Before Your First Fire 25 Opening the Door 25 Bypass Operation 26 Starting a Fire 27 Adjusting the Burn Rate 28 Ash Removal 28 ...

Page 4: ...rature appliance Young children should be supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance 36 Keep furniture drapes curtains wood paper and other combustibles a minimum of 36 away from the front of the appliance This appliance must be properly installed to prevent the possibility of a house fire The instructions must be strictly adhered to Do not use makeshift methods or compromise in th...

Page 5: ...rease combustion air A A A A Allow the appliance to cool before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning Overfiring the appliance may cause a house fire If a unit or chimney connector glows you are overfiring Maintain the door and glass seal and keep them in good condition Avoid placing wood against the glass when loading Do not slam the door or strike the glass Do not use a grate or other device ...

Page 6: ...eet 1 500 to 2 500 Maximum BTU s per Hour Cord Wood Calculation 74 300 Overall Efficiency Oregon Method 70 0 Maximum Burn Time Up to 12 Hours Heating capacity will vary depending on the home s floor plan degree of insulation and the outside temperature It is also affected by the quality and moisture level of the fuel Dimensions Note Measure side corner and back clearances from the stove top 29 3 8...

Page 7: ...d for Installation Legs or Pedestal Packing List Top Air Chamber Extension used for inserts only 4 Screws for the Top Air Chamber Extension Damper Rod for the Top Air Chamber Extension Pull Tool used to adjust the damper when hot Stove Installation Considerations The table below details the six most common types of installations and the considerations for each type Alternative methods of installat...

Page 8: ...The following clearances must be met see Figure 2 and Figure 3 Minimum Clearance Singlewall Connector Reduced Clearance A Sidewall to stove 16 16 B Backwall to stove 15 10 C Cornerwall to stove 9 1 2 7 1 2 D Connector to sidewall 27 3 4 27 1 4 E Connector to backwall 17 3 4 12 1 4 F Connector to cornerwall 21 18 1 2 Reduced clearance installations require one of the chimneys and connectors listed ...

Page 9: ...the stove unibody Clearance A NOTE vent diameter varies depending on brand and model Clearance D Clearance E Clearance B Back Wall Side Wall Figure 2 Top View Corner Installation AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA Floor Prote...

Page 10: ...t Attic Radiation Shield with Chimney Support Reduced Clearance Chimney Connector Sections Roof Penetration Equipment Roof Radiation Shield Flashing Storm Collar AAAAA Floor Protection AA AA AA AA Stove Clearance as outlined in this manual A A A A A A A A A AA AA AA AA AA AA Standard residential installations with reduced clearance connector may use the clearance determined by the manufacturer of ...

Page 11: ...equirements Required for mobile homes in certain localities check with building officials Must not be drawn from an enclosed space garage unventilated crawl space Requires the optional outside air boot for legs or pedestal A A A A A A A A AAAAA AAAAA Optional Air Duct must not be longer than 15 and at least 16 square inches in cross section A hole must be cut through the floor protection and floor...

Page 12: ...pliance adapter may be required Alcoves are classified as combustible or non combustible Non combustible alcoves must have walls and a ceiling that are 3 1 2 thick of a non combustible material brick stone or concrete see Figure 7 This non combustible material must be spaced and ventilated at least 1 off of all combustible materials walls ceiling etc to allow air to move around the non combustible...

Page 13: ...ons a b d e Corner Installations c f NOTE Measure clearances to the stove top Figure 8 Minimum Clearance See the illustration above Reduced Clearance Connector A Sidewall to stove 16 B Backwall to stove 10 C Cornerwall to stove 7 1 2 D Connector to sidewall 27 1 4 E Connector to backwall 12 1 4 F Connector to cornerwall 18 1 2 If using offsets use the connector clearance listed in Figure 9 not the...

Page 14: ...quirements for more details Follow the chimney manufacturer s instructions and clearances for floor penetrations A ceiling support is required an attic insulation shield is required where insulation is present Insulation Figure 10 Cathedral Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney Chimney Cap See the section Chimney Termination Requirements for more details A A AA AA A A AAAAA AAAAA Chimney Sections M...

Page 15: ...ield thimble is required Optional insulated chase Wall Bands and Supports Insulated Tee with cleanout Minimum 15 Maximum 33 Min 18 clearance to ceiling Floor Protection See Floor Protection Requirements for details Figure 12 Hearth Stove Positive Connection NOTE Most factory built chimney manufacturers make stainless steel chimney liners either flexible or rigid This provides a wide variety of ins...

Page 16: ...See the section Floor Protection Requirements for more details Combustible Mantle Min 18 See the section Stove Placement Requirements for minimum clearances required Max 8 Figure 14 Interior or Exterior Masonry Chimney NOTE This type of installation requires a UBC approved masonry connector or a factory built U L Listed wall thimble Make sure the clean out seals in place Clay Liner See the section...

Page 17: ...ffle is in place The fireplace insert can be lightened by removing the firebricks and baffle pg 36 replace before operation Additional Accessories Needed for Installation Surround Panels see page 44 Standard vs Cook Top Installations The top air chamber extension is shipped separately with the heater see the following page for details When installed the unit is considered a Standard Model for Inse...

Page 18: ...the grill Remove and discard the bypass extension rod keep the pull ring Phillips Screwdriver Remove the grill Remove and discard the bypass extension rod attached to the stove keep the pull ring 2 Install the top air chamber extension following the directions below Attach the top air chamber extension using the screws included in the owner s pack Phillips Screwdriver 3 Attach the grill to the air...

Page 19: ...del Minimum Fireplace Size a b c d e f g h i j Height front Height rear Width front Width rear Depth Hearth Depth Hearth Width Facing Width Facing Height with Mantel Shield Mantel Height with Mantel Shield 22 1 4 22 1 4 29 3 8 29 3 8 14 1 8 22 3 8 45 3 8 56 3 8 51 1 4 38 1 4 53 1 4 40 1 4 This is the distance the insert protrudes from the fireplace opening plus the required 16 of hearth extension ...

Page 20: ...Standard Model Cook Top Model Minimum Clearances k l m n o p q x Sidewall to Insert Side Facing Top Facing with Mantel Shield Mantel to Insert with Mantel Shield Hearth Front Hearth Side Front of Insert Extension onto Hearth 15 13 1 2 30 17 32 19 16 8 36 6 3 8 15 13 1 2 31 18 33 20 16 8 36 8 7 8 Does not include the distance the insert extends onto the hearth dimension x q x l k m n o p Figure 17 ...

Page 21: ...mance Leveling Bolt Installation Two leveling bolts are included to level the insert if the fireplace has a stepped up hearth To install raise the rear of the insert up and insert the leveling bolts into the holes in the rear corners of the insert Adjust the bolts until they extend the same height as the hearth steps up After the insert is installed fine tune the leveling bolts to level the insert...

Page 22: ...lace it inside the fireplace If the template fits correctly in its planned location go to the next step If it does not make a new template with the appropriate corrections until it fits correctly With the template in place mark the location of the flue see Dimensions on page 6 This location approximates the center of the flue when the insert is in place a slight offset may occur based upon insert ...

Page 23: ... prior to installation Flue Liner See the section Insert Placement Requirements for minimum clearances and hearth required AA Cap prevents water from entering Install a non combustible cover plate to prevent water from entering the chimney Surround Panels Figure 20 Insert with Direct Connection Masonry Fireplace NOTE Direct connections require installation of an airtight block off plate or damper ...

Page 24: ...nstallation may be used with a masonry fireplace only The requirements in the section Masonry Fireplace Requirements must be fulfilled prior to installation Flue Liner See the section Insert Placement Requirements for minimum clearances and hearth required Surround Panels with insulation see Surround Panels installation instructions in the back of the manual A NOTE It is recommended your chimney h...

Page 25: ...or gasket might adhere to the paint on the front of the heater Leave the door slightly ajar for the first fire and be careful when opening the door after the first fire AA AA AA A A A A A 2 to 4 hours Over Firing the Stove This stove was designed to operate at a high temperature But due to differences in vent configuration fuel and draft this appliance can be operated at an excessive temperature I...

Page 26: ...t When pushed in the smoke goes around the baffle utilizing the secondary combustion and making the heater more efficient When starting or re loading pull the bypass out During normal operation push the bypass in Bypass Pushed In Used for normal operation Bypass Pulled Out Used for starting and re loading AA AA AA AA AA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA AAAAA Use the included pull tool to operate the bypass...

Page 27: ...r use gasoline gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this stove Keep all such liquids well away from the stove while it is in use If using a firestarter use only products specifically designed for stoves follow the manufacturer s instructions carefully If the smoke does not pass up the chimney ball up one sheet of newspaper p...

Page 28: ...ushed fully in The air control becomes hot during operation use gloves or a tool to prevent burns The air control may take several minutes to influence the burn rate When making adjustments you may wish to let the stove burn for 10 minutes to gauge performance Ash Removal ASHES Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid The closed container of ashes should be placed on a ...

Page 29: ...way push it in Open the bypass pull it out 2 Open the door slightly Let the airflow inside the firebox to stabilize before opening the door fully 3 Load wood onto the fire Overnight Burn This stove is large enough to accommodate burn times up to eight hours Follow the steps below to achieve an overnight burn 1 Move the air control to high burn and let the stove become hot burn for approximately 15...

Page 30: ... less creosote Testing Wood Moisture Split wood stored in a dry area will be fully dry within a year This insures dry wood If purchasing wood for immediate use test the wood with a moisture meter Some experienced wood burners can measure wood moisture by knocking pieces together and listening for a clear knock and not a thud Wet Wood Leads To Leads To Dry Wood Leads To Leads To Less Heat More Heat...

Page 31: ...ect draft In these cases a small amount of smoke may enter the home Adding more pipe or a draft inducing cap may help Stove Does Not Burn Hot Enough Wood is Wet see the section Selecting Wood on page 30 for details on wood Make sure the air control is all the way open Slide the control back and forth to insure the control is not stuck Insufficient Draft Chimney height and outside conditions can ne...

Page 32: ...ible materials pending final disposal ASHES Improperly disposed ashes lead to fires Hot ashes placed in cardboard boxes dumped in back yards or stored in garages are recipes for disaster Wood burning stoves are inherently dirty During cleaning have a vacuum ready to catch spilled ash make sure ash is entirely extinguished There are vacuum cleaners specifically made to remove ash even if the ash is...

Page 33: ...r Handle Washers Door Frame Use a 9 16 socket wrench to remove this nut Side View of Door Handle Door Cam Adjustment To tighten remove a washer from the inside of the door frame To loosen place an additional washers on the inside of the door frame or loosen the nut 1 2 turn Exploded View Creosote Formation and Need for Removal When wood is burned slowly it produces tar and other organic vapors whi...

Page 34: ...urning and creating odors The optional blower should be vacuumed every year to remove any buildup of dust lint etc Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any buildup on the screens of the blower BOTTOM OF STOVE Firebrick and Baffle Inspection Use the illustration on page 36 as a reference for checking the following items Make sure the appliance is cool before proceeding Baffle Firebricks check the bricks ...

Page 35: ...6 Replacing the Glass The glass must not contact the door shell or glass clips directly The glass gasket and glass clip gaskets insulate the glass to prevent cracking Do not over tighten the glass clips Remove the door and place it on a suitable work surface Remove the door gasket Remove the glass clips the glass clip gaskets adhere to the glass clips Remove the glass Place the glass gasket in the...

Page 36: ...fle Support Rear T 1 99900278 6 Damper Plate 1 98900320 7 Damper Slider 1 98900338 8 Damper Yoke 1 98900326 9 Damper Extension Rod with Pull Ring 1 98900334 10 Brick 9 x 4 5 un cut 15 175 00001 1 99900102 8 11 Brick Cut 8 25 x 4 5 2 251 00010 12 Brick Cut 6 25 x 4 5 2 251 00011 Floor and Side Firebrick Removal Replacement Do not pry firebrick they chip and crack easily Remove the floor firebricks ...

Page 37: ...he rear secondary air tube and rear air channel 6 Slide the damper slider all the way forward 7 Reach into the firebox and push up on the damper yoke until the damper yoke separates from the damper slider Remove both the damper slider and damper plate by sliding them between the front two secondary air tubes REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS 1 Place the damper plate above the secondary air tubes in the rea...

Page 38: ...r or weather damage which is the result of but not limited to improper chimney venting installation 7 Exclusions to this 7 Year Warranty include injury loss of use damage failure to function due to accident negligence misuse improper installation alteration or adjustment of the manufacturer s settings of components lack of proper and regular maintenance damage incurred while the appliance is in tr...

Page 39: ... FLOOR PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS A SIDEWALL TO UNIT B BACKWALL TO UNIT C CORNER TO UNIT D SIDEWALL TO CONNECTOR E BACKWALL TO CONNECTOR F CORNERWALL TO CONNECTOR STANDARD RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATION SINGLEWALL CONNECTOR 16 15 9 5 27 5 17 5 20 5 MOBILE HOME ALCOVE AND REDUCED CLEARANCE INSTALLATIONS REQUIRES DOUBLE WALL CONNECTOR 16 10 7 5 27 12 18 STOVE FLOOR PROTECTOR 6 MIN 6 MIN 16 MIN 45 S T O V E A...

Page 40: ...s require the pedestal to be attached to the floor use the lag bolts Place the pedestal into position on the floor protection Lift the pedestal up and insert the two dowels included with this kit onto the forward and rear edge of the pedestal base Lift the stove onto the pedestal base Line up the press nuts on the bottom of the stove with the two attachment brackets on the pedestal Insert the two ...

Page 41: ... edge of the pedestal Size of Pedestal Base Place the included screen or other screen over the hole to act as a rodent barrier It may be attached above or below the floor Secure the screen with the included staples OUTSIDE AIR EQUIPMENT Staples are used to attach the screen to the floor Screen is used to prevent rodents from entering AAA AAA AAA AAA AAA AAA AAA AAA Insulation is used to seal the s...

Page 42: ...ire clip over the edge of the strip of metal between the two knock outs Feed the two snap disk wires into the eye of the wire clip Remove all slack from the wire making sure not to dislodge the snap disk Pinch the eye of the wire clip to secure the wires Wire Clip Snap Disk Wires WARNING To prevent electrical shock the wires must be secured so they do not contact the firebox above the convection c...

Page 43: ...on Slide the two sections together with both seams facing the rear do not attach the two sections at this time 4 Follow the directions below for attaching the upper section of the air boot with gasket to the stove 5 Slide the lower section down until it contacts the hearth Attach the two sections together following the directions below A A AA AA Bottom of Stove 8 7 8 5 1 8 Attach the air boot with...

Page 44: ...ireplace opening to form a seal between the panels and the fireplace face Let the silicon or cement dry 2 Push the insert into the fireplace allowing the insulation to form a seal between the panels and the fireplace Use a screwdriver to tuck any exposed insulation behind the panels Avalon Pendleton 45 and Rainier 45 Remove the brass trim along the top of the stove Button Plugs pry out with a scre...

Page 45: ...e snap disk see the illustration below The round disc must be facing upwards and come in contact with the bottom of the firebox for the blower to operate correctly Button Plug for Air Control Rod For the Rainier 945 990 and Olympic 1190 The air control extender allows the air control rod to pass through the blower assembly on the Rainier 945 990 and Olympic 1190 Wood Air Control Handle Wedge the s...

Page 46: ... Fire Starting 26 Firebox Assembly 36 Firebox Parts 36 Firebrick and Baffle Inspection 34 Firebrick Removal Replacement 36 Floor Protection Requirements stove 8 Glass Cleaning 32 Glass Replacement 35 Hearth Floor Protection Stove 8 Hearth Stove 16 Heating Specifications 6 Hints for Burns 30 Installation Options 6 Installation stove 7 Leg Installation 40 Listing Label 39 Maintenance 32 Mobile Home ...