It is very important that the installation be made airtight. This is best accomplished by
using stove cement at each pipe joint, where the first section enters the stove flue collar
and at any other connection such as the flue thimble. Any existing air leaks will cause air
to draw into the system at the point of least resistance – such areas are pipe joints, flue
thimble, flue openings in the chimney, ash clean-out doors and cracks in the chimney.
These areas may cause air to enter the system and not be drawn through the stove,
which could result in a cool chimney, causing the smoke to build up in the flue and
eventually come back into the house. This is called “back puffing” and can be corrected
by sealing all troublesome areas so they are airtight and operating the stove at a higher
temperature.
Another problem is a downdraft in the flue system. Air currents being deflected down
the chimney by nearby objects such as trees, buildings or a hill can cause this. Also, flue
gases can chill too quickly as they pass through the system. This will cause the gases to
become heavy and back up in the system, which will often result in “back puffing,” poor
combustion and smoke odors in the house. Burning the unit hotter will, in some cases,
help this situation. If you have a problem of this nature with your flue system, contact
your local dealer or call the factory.
SECTION VIII: WHAT CAUSES CREOSOTE?
Creosote is caused by the condensation of the vapor that exists in the escaping
smoke – the moisture level of your fuel will determine the density of this vapor. A severe
downdraft as discussed previously will cause creosote. Moisture will form at the coolest
point in your chimney system and at this will tend to build creosote. The ash is picked up
by the moisture in the system and will build up or run back down the inside of your flue.
This situation can sometimes be helped by installing an “open vented” type chimney cap,
which will allow the chimney to maintain a higher temperature to create a better draw
and keep some wind currents from entering the system. This cap will not correct a poorly
constructed chimney or one in bad need of repair, however – some chimneys may have
to be relined or even rebuilt.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
AC-16
Complete
Blower
Unit
(27-C3000/50-SHWC3/50-TRWC3 only)
AC-DGKC
Door Gasket Kit
AC-FCGK
Flue Collar Gasket Kit
AC-LB
9” x 4” x 2 ¼” Large Firebrick
AC-MCSP
Hi-Temp. Metallic Charcoal Grey Spray Paint
AC-MBSP
Hi-Temp. Black Spray Paint
CA-20
6” Flue Collar (Includes Gasket & Hardware)
CA-22
6” Blank (Includes Gasket & Hardware)
CA-27C
Cast
Iron
Grates
(3
Required)
All replacement parts can be ordered by your dealer or from our factory (Orders: 1-800-516-
3636). If you have any questions or problems contact our Customer Service Department:
CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT
service@englanderstoves.com
P.O. BOX 206
(Tech. Questions: 800-245-6489)
MONROE, VA 24574
(Parts Orders: 800-245-6489) (FAX: 434-929-4810)
Have this information on hand if you phone the factory or your dealer regarding this
product.
