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Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc                                                                 

             STOWE Model 8324 

 

 

appareil  peut  être  installé  comme  du  matériel 
d’origine  dans  une  maison  préfabriquée  (É.-U. 
seulement)  ou  mobile  et  doit  être  installé  selon  les 
instructions du fabricant et conformément à la norme 
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety 
Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 aux États-Unis ou 
à  la  norme  CAN/CSA-Z240  Série  MM,  Maisons 
mobiles  au  Canada.  Cet  appareil  doit  être  utilisé 
uniquement  avec  les  types  de  gaz  indiqué  s  sur  la 
plaque signalétique. 

This appliance is equipped for use at 0 to 2000 feet 
(0-610  meters)  altitude. 

(Cet  appareil  est  equipè 

pour  des  altitudes  compries  entre  0  et  2000  pieds 
(0-610 m) seulement.)

  

Items Required for Installation 

  External regulator (for propane (LP) only) 
  LP conversion kit (for propane only)) 
  Piping which complies with local codes 
  Pipe sealant approved for use with                                

propane (LP) (resistant to sulfur compounds). 

  Manual shutoff valve 
  Sediment trap (

see page 18

  Pipe wrench 
  Phillips head screwdriver 
  7/16-inch wrench 
 

5/23” (4mm) allen wrench 

  Other parts as required by local code 
  Safety Glasses 
  Gloves 

 

Packing List 

1- Stowe 8324 Gas-Fired Heater 
1- Pan Burner 
1- 

Owner’s Packet (manual, warranty card) 

1- LP Conversion Kit 
5- Decorative Ceramic Logs (in separate box) 
1- Bag of Platinum Bright Embers 

 

 

Note:  Vent  kits  and  components  are  supplied 
separately. 

Failure 

to 

use 

the 

venting 

components  approved  by  Hearthstone  for  this 
appliance will void your warranty.

 

 

Unpacking and Inspection  

Hearthstone  packages  your  Stowe    to  withstand 
normal 

shipment 

without 

damage. 

However, 

damage  can  still  occur  during  transit.  Take  care  to 
inspect  for  damage  when  unpacking  and  installing 
the unit.    

 

DO  NOT  INSTALL,  OR  PUT  INTO  SERVICE,  A 
DAMAGED OR INCOMPLETE HEATER.

   

Remove  the  shrink-wrap  and  other  packaging 
materials  taking  care  not  to  damage  the  stove’s 
finish.  Inspect  the  Stowe  for  visible  or  concealed 

damage.  The  unit  should  be  square  and  true.  The 
sheet  metal  parts  should  be  smooth  and  free  of 
bends and dents. Any enameled cast iron should be 
free  of  chips  or  cracks.  If  visible  or  concealed 
damage  is  found  or  suspected,  contact  your  dealer 
for instructions. 

Always  use  gloves  and  eye  protection  when 
handling the decorative ceramic fire logs and burner. 
Use  care  when  handling  these  parts  as  they  are 
fragile  and  subject  to  damage  and  breakage  if 
handled roughly.  
See  the  firebox  access  instructions  on  page  9. 
Unpack and inspect the logs for damage. Inspect the 
metal  burner  as  well.  Open  the  other  boxes  and 
inspect  the  components.  If  log,  burner  or  any  other 
component  damage  is  encountered,  contact  your 
dealer  for  a  replacement.  Otherwise,  set  the  logs 
and  other  components  aside  until  called  for  during 
the installation.

 

 

Dismounting from Pallet 

With  the  accessory  boxes  removed  and  set  aside, 
remove the four lag screws that fasten the unit to the 
pallet. Take care not to mar or chip the stove’s finish.  

Have  someone  help  lift  the  stove  off  the  pallet, 
taking care to avoid damaging components mounted 
under the stove. 

 

INSTALLER:

 Leave this manual  with the  appliance. 

INSTALLATEUR  :

  Laissez  cette  notice  avec 

l’appareil. 

 

CONSUMER:

  Retain  this  manual  for  future 

reference.  

CONSOMMATEUR :

 Conservez cette notice

 

pour consultation ultérieure 

 
Firebox Access 

 

1.  Remove  top  of  the  stove  (lift  off).  Set  carefully 

aside on a soft surface. 

                              

Figure 2 

–Top Removal

 

Summary of Contents for Stowe 8324

Page 1: ...t perform installation and service of this appliance In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts all installation of gas lines and gas fittings must be performed by a licensed gas fitter or licensed plumber...

Page 2: ...Page 1 of 33 Intentionally Blank...

Page 3: ...pt in a safe place as proof of purchase Serial Number Fuel type Natural Gas Liquid Propane Sold by Date of Purchase Address Phone E mail Website Installed by Date of Installation Address Phone E mail...

Page 4: ...loor Protection 9 Venting Information 10 Venting Connection 10 Approved Systems 11 Minimum Venting 12 Electrical System Information 16 Gas Supply Connections 17 Gas Connections 18 Initial Leak Check 1...

Page 5: ...s 02202 Manufactured and Warranted by Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products Inc 317 Stafford Ave Morrisville VT 05661 8695 USA www hearthstonestoves com Figure 1 Stowe DV Dimensions Specification...

Page 6: ...nit will remain appealing while providing years of quality performance The installation must conform to local codes or in the absences of local codes the current National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFP...

Page 7: ...E COMPARTIMENT DES COMMANDES SONT PROPRES VOIR LES INSTRUCTIONS D INSTALLATION ET D UTILISATION QUI ACCOMPAGNENT L APPAREIL Hot Surfaces Certain exposed surfaces of the Stowe will reach high temperatu...

Page 8: ...INSTALLATION PREPARATION CODES Adhere to all local codes or in their absence the latest edition of THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 or CAN CGA B149 Installer l appareil selon les codes o...

Page 9: ...still occur during transit Take care to inspect for damage when unpacking and installing the unit DO NOT INSTALL OR PUT INTO SERVICE A DAMAGED OR INCOMPLETE HEATER Remove the shrink wrap and other pa...

Page 10: ...adequate ventilation Minimum clearances to combustibles must be maintained as shown in Figures 5 8 Note The rear clearance to combustibles is determined by either the unit s or the vent pipe s minimum...

Page 11: ...tone Quality Home Heating Products Inc STOWE Model 8324 10 Figure 5 Minimum Wall Clearances Figure 6 Corner Clearances Figure 7 Horizontal Vent Mantle Clearance Figure 8 Snorkel Termination Mantle Cle...

Page 12: ...RNING IN HIGH WIND AREAS AND PARTICULARLY COLD CLIMATES IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO HEAT YOUR VENT SYSTEM WITH THE PILOT PRIOR TO IGNITION OF THE MAIN BURNER IN THESE INSTANCES IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU L...

Page 13: ...88 1999 CSA 2 33 M99 test methods this installation has been tested and approved by Intertek Testing Services with an appropriate test The code authority having jurisdiction must be consulted prior to...

Page 14: ...e wall Ensure both of the retaining straps extend through interior wall thimble Before attaching the vent termination to the outside of the house run a bead of non hardening mastic around its outside...

Page 15: ...CAN We strongly recommend 12 inches particularly where strong winds prevail H Not to be installed within 15 feet 4 5m above a meter regulator assembly within 3 feet 91cm horizontally from the center l...

Page 16: ...Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products Inc STOWE Model 8324 15 Figure 13 Venting Termination Diagram...

Page 17: ...ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND DANGEROUS OPERATION VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING ATTENTION AU MOMENT DE L ENTRETIEN DES COMMANDES TIQUETEZ TOUS LES FILS AVANT LE D BRANCHEMENT DES ERREURS DE...

Page 18: ...es equal to or greater than psig Over pressurizing can damage the control resulting in leakage or control malfunction NOTICE A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN MUST CONNECT THE HEATER TO THE GAS SUPPLY AND LEAK T...

Page 19: ...a fire or explosion GAS CONNECTIONS Connection Main Gas Tubing connections 1 Do NOT use pipe joint compound or Teflon PTFE tape 2 Slip nut and ferrule over tubing 3 Slide nut and ferrule into place a...

Page 20: ...gs will last a long time however they will break if subjected to rough or improper handling Exact positioning of the log set is required in order to obtain a pleasing flame pattern and efficient combu...

Page 21: ...n 7 Place small tufts of the Platinum Bright Embers on the burner and log surfaces for additional glow as desired do not block burner ports Figure 24 Platinum Bright Embers Enlarged to Show Detail REM...

Page 22: ...l valve Before lighting smell or use a gas detector all around the appliance area to check for gas leaks Be sure to test near the floor because some gases LPG are heavier than air and will settle on t...

Page 23: ...erly adjusted and installed thermostat By adjusting the variable output control located on the gas control valve the rate of heat output is varied to meet the heating requirements of the season Choosi...

Page 24: ...aft if necessary Controlling the draft also changes the aesthetics of the flame The restrictor plate has a large range of unlimited settings see Figures 29 30 The adjustment point is on the left side...

Page 25: ...dic cleaning to prevent the accumulation of dust lint and other debris To clean the firebox set the switch to the OFF position and turn off the gas supply to the valve When the unit is cool remove the...

Page 26: ...rom the glass by grasping one end and pulling firmly Clean off as much of the hanging fiber hairs as possible 2 Locate the 3 4 x 1 16 flat tape gasket Peel the adhesive protecting paper away from one...

Page 27: ...0 VALVE SIT UNIVERSAL 3160 107 GASKET REAR ORIFICE PLATE 7211 370 PILOT TOP CONV 3 WAY 3160 150 GASKET HEAT EXCHANGER 4 x14 5 7211 588 BURNER 3160 152 GASKET PILOT 1 75 x3 ADHESIVE BACK 3160 155 GASKE...

Page 28: ...er sitting for off season summer pilot assembly may be dirty E Clean or replace the pilot assembly 2 Pilot will not stay lit after carefully following lighting instructions A Low or too high gas press...

Page 29: ...bly If the meter reading is OK but the burner does not come on replace the gas valve C Plugged burner orifice C Remove and check burner orifice clean or replace Note do not use any metal cleaning devi...

Page 30: ...lear obstructions B3 Clear obstructions C If gas pressures are correct and the flames stay the same adjust the air shutter for a proper burn 9 Burner flashback Air gas mixture ignites inside the burne...

Page 31: ...Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products Inc STOWE Model 8324 30 07044 2 RATING LABEL...

Page 32: ...ot listed elsewhere Any parts repaired or replaced during the limited warranty period will be warranted under the terms of the limited warranty for a period not to exceed the remaining term of the ori...

Page 33: ...Such parts that are subject to normal wear and tear during the warranty period such as paint gaskets baffles refractory materials ash grates and glass 4 Damage resulting from installation modificatio...

Page 34: ...rts for repair the return of the appliance for repair or to schedule a Dealer service call The Original Purchaser should refer to the Dealer Network search engine contained on Hearthstone s Web site w...

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