Defiant
®
1975CE Non-Catalytic / Catalytic Woodburning Stove
30005554
This manual describes the installation, operation, and main-
tenance of the Vermont Castings Defiant Model 1975CE
Non-Catalytic / Catalytic wood burning heater. This heater
meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s emis-
sion limits for wood heaters sold on or after July 1, 1990.
Under specific test conditions this heater has been shown
to heat 9.6kW (33,000 Btu/hr).
The Defiant Model #1975CE has been tested to current
standards. The test standards are ANSI/UL-148 and
ANSI/UL-737 for the United States, and EN1340:001 +
A:004 for Europe. The Defiant is listed for burning wood
only. Do not burn other fuels.
We recommend that you hire a professional installer to
install your stove, or to advise you on the installation should
you attempt to install it yourself.
Please read this entire manual before you install and use
your new stove. Failure to follow instructions may result in
property damage, bodily injury, or even death.
Table of contents
Specifications ........................................................3
Installation .............................................................4
Assembly .............................................................1
Operation .............................................................15
Maintenance ........................................................18
The Chimney System ..........................................0
The Catalytic Element .........................................
Replacement Parts ..............................................4
Warranty ..............................................................7
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welcome
Congratulations on your choice of a Vermont Castings Defiant stove. With this purchase you have made a commitment
to make the hearth a place of warmth, beauty and comfort in your home. At MHSC, we share that joy and appreciation
for the hearth. We assure you that your cast-iron Vermont Castings stove has been made with the utmost care and will
provide you with many years of service.
As you become acquainted with your new stove, you will find that its appearance is matched by its functionality, due to
cast iron’s unique ability to absorb and radiate heat.
Also, MHSC products are among the cleanest-burning wood stoves and fireplaces available today. As an owner of a
Vermont Castings stove, you make a strong statement for pollution-free energy. However, clean burning depends on
both the manufacturer and the operator. Please read this manual carefully to understand how to properly operate and
maintain your stove.
At MHSC, we are equally committed to your satisfaction as a customer. That is why we maintain an exclusive network
of the finest dealers in the industry. Our dealers are chosen for their expertise and dedication to customer service. They
are factory-trained and knowledgeable about every MHSC product. Feel free to contact your Authorized Vermont Cast-
ings Dealer anytime you have a particular question about your stove or its performance.
This manual contains valuable instructions on the installation and operation of your Vermont Castings Defiant. It also
contains useful information on maintenance. Please read the manual thoroughly and keep it as a reference.
Sincerely,
All of Us at MHSC
Warming Shelf
#010 Classic Black
#011 Biscuit
#013 Ebony
#014 Bordeaux
#017 Brown Majolica
#365* Outside Air Kit
#3180 Outside Air Adapter
#1907 Firescreen
FK6 Fan Kit
#3190 Connector Pipe Heat Shield
A line of porcelain enamel stove pipe is available in
Biscuit, Bordeaux, Ebony, Brown Majolica colors.
*If you order #365, you must also need #3180.
installation accessories
