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Fuel

 

Selection:

 

Once

 

your

 

wood

burning

 

appliance

 

is

 

properly

 

installed,

 

building

 

an

 

effective

 

fire

 

requires

 

good

 

firewood

 

(using

 

the

 

right

 

wood

 

in

 

the

 

right

 

amount)

 

and

 

good

 

fire

 

building

 

practices.

 

The

 

following

 

practical

 

steps

 

will

 

help

 

you

 

obtain

 

the

 

best

 

efficiency

 

from

 

your

 

wood

 

stove

 

or

 

fireplace.

  

 

Season

 

wood

 

outdoors

 

through

 

the

 

summer

 

for

 

at

 

least

 

6

 

months

 

before

 

burning

 

it.

 

Properly

 

seasoned

 

wood

 

is

 

darker,

 

has

 

cracks

 

in

 

the

 

end

 

grain,

 

and

 

sounds

 

hollow

 

when

 

smacked

 

against

 

another

 

piece

 

of

 

wood.

  

 

Store

 

wood

 

outdoors,

 

stacked

 

neatly

 

off

 

the

 

ground

 

with

 

the

 

top

 

covered.

 

 

Burn

 

only

 

dry,

 

well

seasoned

 

wood

 

that

 

has

 

been

 

split

 

properly.

 

 

Start

 

fires

 

with

 

newspaper

 

and

 

dry

 

kindling

 

as

 

discussed

 

earlier

 

in

 

the

 

manual.

  

 

Burn

 

hot

 

fires.

  

 

To

 

maintain

 

proper

 

airflow,

 

regularly

 

remove

 

ashes

 

from

 

your

 

wood

burning

 

appliance

 

into

 

a

 

metal

 

container

 

with

 

a

 

cover

 

and

 

store

 

outdoors.

  

 

Moisture

 

Meter

 

Information

 

 

Firewood

 

is

 

ready

 

at

 

10

25%

 

moisture

 

content.

 

 

Newly

cut

 

logs

 

can

 

have

 

a

 

moisture

 

content

 

(MC)

 

of

 

80%

 

or

 

more,

 

depending

 

on

 

species.

 

Since

 

wood

 

shrinks,

 

and

 

can

 

also

 

split,

 

twist

 

or

 

otherwise

 

change

 

shape

 

as

 

it

 

dries,

 

most

 

wood

 

is

 

dried

 

before

 

being

 

used.

 

Air

 

drying,

 

or

 

‘seasoning,’

 

is

 

the

 

most

 

common

 

method

 

used

 

for

 

cord

 

wood.

 

In

 

most

 

parts

 

of

 

the

 

United

 

States,

 

the

 

minimum

 

moisture

 

content

 

that

 

can

 

be

 

generally

 

obtained

 

in

 

air

 

drying

 

is

 

about

 

12

 

to

 

15

 

percent.

 

Most

 

air

dried

 

material

 

is

 

usually

 

closer

 

to

 

20

 

percent

 

moisture

 

content

 

when

 

used

 

 

To

 

test

 

your

 

firewood,

 

simply

 

push

 

the

 

pins

 

into

 

the

 

wood

 

and

 

wait

 

for

 

a

 

reading.

 

 

Remember,

 

don't

 

just

 

stick

 

the

 

meter

 

into

 

the

 

ends

 

of

 

your

 

firewood

.

  

To

 

get

 

the

 

most

 

accurate

 

reading,

 

split

 

the

 

wood

 

and

 

test

 

the

 

center.

  

The

 

center

 

of

 

the

 

log

 

will

 

contain

 

the

 

most

 

moisture.

  

 

How

 

Far

 

Should

 

I

 

Drive

 

Non

Insulated

 

Pins

 

into

 

Wood?

  

 

To

 

full

 

depth

 

if

 

possible.

 

However,

 

at

 

moisture

 

levels

 

below

 

10%,

 

it

 

is

 

usually

 

sufficient

 

to

 

make

 

good,

 

positive

 

contact

 

with

 

the

 

wood.

 

At

 

higher

 

levels

 

of

 

moisture

 

and

 

especially

 

if

 

you

 

have

 

a

 

steep

 

gradient,

 

full

 

penetration

 

is

 

a

 

must.

 

 

Summary of Contents for Smartstove 15-SSW02

Page 1: ...th For your safety and protection follow the installation instructions outlined in this manual Contact your local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements including permits in your area Rev 10 13 2015 THIS WOOD HEATER NEEDS PERIODIC INSPECTION AND REPAIR FOR PROPER OPERATION CONSULT THE OWNER S MANUAL FOR FURTHER INFORMATION IT IS AGAINST FEDERAL REGUL...

Page 2: ...of Manufacture Serial Number This information can be found on the safety tag attached to the rear of the unit Have this information on hand if you phone the factory or your dealer regarding this product Keep children away CAUTION Supervise children in the same room as this appliance Alert children and adults to the hazards of high temperatures Do NOT operate with protective barriers open or remove...

Page 3: ...ove Maintenance 21 Inspecting Gaskets 22 Finish 22 Replacing Components Glass 23 Burner Tubes 24 Ceramic Fiberboard 24 Heat Shield Back Panel 24 Other Components 25 Optional Accessories AC 16 AC 30 Blower 25 Important Information EPA and Safety Info 26 Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting 31 Illustrated Parts Detail Parts List 32 Exploded Parts Diagram 33 Brick Layout 34 Warranty Sample Tag 35 Wa...

Page 4: ...re heat from less fuel Please look at our vast Help section on our website and call our Technical Support Department at 800 245 6489 if you need any help with your unit We are nearly always able to walk you through any installation issues repairs problems or other questions that you may have Wishing you years of efficient quality and comfy heating EVERYONE AT ENGLAND S STOVE WORKS Please Note Whil...

Page 5: ...style insulation and a myriad of other factors Use this information in conjunction with a BTU loss calculation for your home to determine if this unit will be sufficient for your needs U S ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY Certified to comply with 2015 particulate emission standards for wood heaters Not approved after sale after May 15 2020 TAMPER WARNING This wood heater has a manufacturer set mini...

Page 6: ... line Keeping the entire chimney system inside the heated envelope of the home will ensure a strong easy to initiate draft in the chimney Although exterior chimney systems often function properly they are more likely to suffer from cold down drafts at start up or provide weak draft to the unit Also consider the cross sectional area of the chimney although existing masonry chimneys can often be use...

Page 7: ...r to Rear Wall Unit to Rear Wall Unit to Corner Chimney Connector to Corner A B C D E F in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm Single Wall Chimney Connector Unprotected Surface with side shields 16 406 4 26 5 673 1 15 381 9 228 6 13 330 2 13 330 2 Double Wall Chimney Connector Unprotected Surface with side shields 12 304 8 22 558 8 12 304 8 7 177 8 10 254 10 254 ...

Page 8: ...nal fire codes and if you re uncertain about how to safely install the stove we strongly recommend contacting a local NFI certified installer to perform the installation ALWAYS install vent pipe in strict adherence to the instructions and clearances included with your venting system DO NOT connect this wood stove to a chimney flue which also serves another appliance DO NOT install a flue pipe damp...

Page 9: ...tric or stovepipe damper with this unit Never use single wall or double chimney connector as a chimney system never pass either type of chimney connector through a combustible wall without carefully following the manufacturer s instructions and those listed in the following page on Wall Pass Throughs NEVER pass chimney connector through an attic floor closet or roof Only use 24 gauge MSG black sin...

Page 10: ...INSTALLATION Wall Pass Throughs In Canada the installation must conform to CAN CSA 8365 when passing through combustible construction Page 10 ...

Page 11: ...wall chimney connector joint check manufacturer s recommendations when double wall chimney connector is used Drill three holes in the flue collar of the unit and attach the chimney connector to the unit using sheet metal screws holes should be pre drilled in flue collar from factory Properly attach the prefabricated chimney system to the home in strict accordance with the prefabricated chimney sys...

Page 12: ...at each single wall chimney connector joint check manufacturer s recommendations when double wall chimney connector is used Drill three holes in the flue collar of the unit and attach the chimney connector to the unit using sheet metal screws holes should be pre drilled in flue collar from factory Properly attach the prefabricated chimney system to the home in strict accordance with the prefabrica...

Page 13: ...himney connector is used Drill three holes in the flue collar of the unit and attach the chimney connector to the unit using sheet metal screws holes should be pre drilled in flue collar from factory Avoid numerous elbows and excessive horizontal runs as both will lead to poor draft and increased creosote accumulation Horizontal runs of chimney connector must never exceed 4 0 ft and the overall le...

Page 14: ...t in a zero 0 clearance fireplace The manufacturer will not be held responsible for an accident resulting from this stove being installed on a hearth constructed of a combustible material Inspect your fireplace to ensure it is in proper working order and free of any obstructions Prior to installation remove the existing damper or wire it to fasten it open Venting Your Stove Direct Connect When thi...

Page 15: ...rk Arrestor Class A Chimney System Roof Flashing and Storm Collar Joist Shield Firestop Mobile Home Approved Double Wall Chimney Connector Use silicone to create a vapor barrier where the chimney passes through to exterior HUD CFR 3280 Part 24 as well as any applicable local codes Outside Combustion Air The use of outside combustion air is mandatory when installing this wood stove in a mobile or m...

Page 16: ...tor only serves to keep ashes and sparks from landing on combustible flooring near the unit A hearth rug is NOT an approved substitute for a proper hearth pad No R Value is necessary For the US The floor protector must extend at least 16 in from the front of the fuel opening 8 in from the sides of the door opening and 8 in from the rear of the unit For Canada The floor protector must extend at lea...

Page 17: ...coaling is often a result of burning wood at too high a burn rate and the coal bed should be allowed to burn down before reloading the stove with fresh wood Combustion air is delivered to the stove at two locations The majority of the primary combustion air enters the firebox via the air wash system which keeps the glass clean and feeds the primary combustion flames on the top surfaces of the wood...

Page 18: ...eratures and that the secondary combustion system is functioning properly Additionally follow the guidelines below for acceptable blower speeds When using the optional room air convection blower Part No AC 16 or you can upgrade to the AC 30 the blower should be operated as follows depending on heat output level Burn Rate High Medium High Medium Medium Low Low Blower Speed AC 16 High High Low Low L...

Page 19: ...se of toxic fumes or render the heater ineffective and cause smoke Burning fuels other than cordwood particularly coal and charcoal can result in hazardous concentrations of carbon monoxide being emitted into the dwelling For these reasons NEVER burn coal or charcoal in this cordwood stove Installing a carbon monoxide detector and being aware of the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can help r...

Page 20: ... a fire with gasoline kerosene or charcoal starter Do not burn wet or green unseasoned logs Do not use logs made from wax and sawdust in your wood stove they are made for open hearth fireplaces If you use manufactured logs choose from those made from 100 percent compressed saw dust Build hot fires For most appliances a smoldering fire is not a safe or efficient fire Keep the doors to your wood bur...

Page 21: ...ns Thoroughly clean the chimney system and the chimney connector system Since the chimney connector is generally exposed to high exhaust temperatures inspect it carefully for leaks and weak spots replace any questionable pieces In the case of straight through the roof chimney system be certain to remove the ceramic fiber baffles before pushing the chimney sweeping brush down into the firebox Force...

Page 22: ...skets should only be replaced with equivalent fiberglass gaskets purchased from England s Stove Works specifically for this unit Gaskets 1 Door This unit comes with a rope gasket around the door that should be replaced at least every year To replace the door gasket Part AC DGKHD the old gasket must first be removed entirely prior to adding the new adhesive you may have to scrape the old cement fro...

Page 23: ...be light and water is normally sufficient to remove the deposits If stubborn soot persists use a cleaner made specifically for this purpose Do not scrape the glass or use abrasive cleaners 3 Rinse the glass with clean water and dry the glass before resuming normal operation Glass Replacement 1 Remove the door from the stove and rest it face down on a firm work surface 2 Using a 5 16 wrench remove ...

Page 24: ...n the tubes side by side Replace the tube previously removed Dog box replacement To replace the dog box first remove the ash pan Then remove the two 9 16 nuts that hold the carriage bolts in place Open the front door of the stove and lift up on the dog box Install new or existing carriage bolts into the holes on the flange of the dog box and re install in the reverse manner in which it was removed...

Page 25: ...h side convection channels which allow the room air blower to pick up heat from the hottest regions of the stove and transfer it into the home The mounting screws for the blower are installed into the rear convection channel at the factory mounting the blower only requires a 5 16 open end or socket wrench to remove these screws and install the blower When routing the power cord take care to keep a...

Page 26: ...imney system pulls air through the stove This unit must be installed in accordance with the following detailed descriptions of venting techniques not installing the stove in accordance with the details listed here can result in poor stove performance property damage bodily injury or death Avoid make shift compromises when installing the venting system England s Stove Works is not responsible for a...

Page 27: ...G Venting system surfaces get HOT and can cause burns if touched Noncombustible shielding or guards may be required The 10 3 2 Rule The chimney system must terminate 3 0 ft above the point where it s centerline passes through the roof AND the chimney must terminate 2 0 ft above part of the dwelling within a 10 ft radius of the chimney Operation and Maintenance Please refer to the Operation Operati...

Page 28: ...nformation Firewood is ready at 10 25 moisture content Newly cut logs can have a moisture content MC of 80 or more depending on species Since wood shrinks and can also split twist or otherwise change shape as it dries most wood is dried before being used Air drying or seasoning is the most common method used for cord wood In most parts of the United States the minimum moisture content that can be ...

Page 29: ...HEATER BURNING THESE MATERIALS MAY RESULT IN RELEASE OF TOXIC FUMES OR RENDER THE HEATER INEFFECTIVE AND CAUSE SMOKE Safe Wood burning Practices Once your wood burning appliance is properly installed follow these guidelines for safe operation Keep all flammable household items drapes furniture newspapers and books far away from the appliance Start fires only with newspaper dry kindling and all nat...

Page 30: ...to Back Smoke Detectors England s Stove Works Inc highly recommends the use of smoke detectors in every room of the house However locating a smoke detector directly above this unit can result in nuisance alarms CAUTION This unit is meant to operate only with door closed Smoke spillage and an inefficient lazy burn will result from attempting to operate the stove with the door open Additionally usin...

Page 31: ...rating Stove at Low Burn Rate 8 Wood Loaded Too Close to Glass Coals build up in firebox 9 Operating Stove at High Burn Rates 7 1 Operate the stove at higher burn rates to allow the air wash system to keep the glass clean 8 1 Never load wood so that it is touching the ceramic glass viewing window 9 1 Reduce combustion air control and allow coals to burn down before reloading Fire burns out of cont...

Page 32: ...0 1 Not shown Small standard blower AC 16 1 12 Glass gasket kit 3 4 flat AC GGK 1 16 Door gasket kit 3 4 high density AC DGKHD 1 3 Front burner tube AC W02FBT 1 17 Middle burner tube AC W02MBT 1 4 Rear burner tube AC W02RBT 1 13 Glass size 20 75 X 12 625 AC G70 1 2 Ceramic fiberboard AC W02CFB 1 Not shown Small spring handle Nickel Brass AC SH4N AC SH4 1 Not shown Large spring handle Nickel Brass ...

Page 33: ...Page 33 ILLUSTRATED PARTS DIAGRAM 16 ...

Page 34: ...des and rear will need to be installed after delivery DIAGRAM NUMBER BRICK SIZE PART NUMBER QUANTITY PER STOVE 1 9 X 4 X 1 25 AC SB 27 2 4 5 X 4 X 1 25 AC SB4 5 3 3 9 X 4 X 1 25 with Notch AC SBN1X3 1 4 9 X 2 5 X 1 25 AC SB9X2 5 2 ASH DUMP PLUG CA 30ADP 1 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 35: ...cture Date and Serial Number in the blank spaces on this sample tag for future reference This sample tag also shows the safety info such as UL ULC testing standard etc for your local officials or anyone else who may need reference information ...

Page 36: ...product including any cost or expense providing substitute equipment or service during periods of malfunction or non use 4 All liability for any consequential damage for breach of any written or implied warranty is disclaimed and excluded 5 This warranty does not cover internal wear parts of the combustion system including the firebrick lining and gaskets 6 Warranty is void if unit is not used acc...

Page 37: ...asy ways to send your warranty information in Mailing Address England s Stove Works Inc Technical Support Department P O Box 206 Monroe Virginia 24574 Fax Number 434 929 4810 Twenty four hours a day Online Registration Visit our warranty registration website at http www englanderstoves com warranty warranty html WARRANTY CARD LOCATED ON NEXT PAGE For parts warranty replacement procedures may be fo...

Page 38: ...City State Zip Code Unit Information Refer to the sticker on the back of the manual or box to complete this section IX Model Number Purchase Date X Purchase Price XI Serial Number Mfg Date Purchase Questions How did you first hear about our product Please check one Word of Mouth Burn Trailer Demonstration Internet Other Where did you receive information about our product Via Telephone Dealer Name ...

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