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Earth Stove BV4000C Installating And Operation Manual

Manual is about: EPA CERTIFIED CATALYTIC WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE INSERT

Summary of BV4000C

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    Epa certified catalytic wood burning fireplace insert model bv4000c p/n 775006m, rev. J, 04/01 this appliance must be installed by a qualified technician. Read manual thoroughly before installation. Retain these instructions for future reference installation and operation manual.

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    Important warnings caution: read this manual thoroughly before starting installation. For your safety, follow the installation, op- eration and maintenance instructions exactly without deviation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. If...

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    Page 3 table of contents important warnings ................................................. 2 testing / listing, epa, using this manual ............... 3 planning your installation...................................... 4-7 installation .......................................................... 8-1...

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    Planning your installation page 4 questions to ask local building official a correct installation is critical and imperative for reduc- ing fire hazards and perilous conditions that can arise when wood burning appliances are improperly installed. The installer must follow all of the manufacturers’ i...

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    Planning your installation page 5 floor protection this appliance requires a heat resistant non- combustible approved fireplace hearth or hearth exten- sion. If a hearth extension is used it must be a 3/8" (minimum) ul approved hearth pad or equivalent. If the floor protection is to be stone, tile, ...

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    Planning your installation page 6 chimney inspection the existing fireplace should be inspected by a local fire marshal or qualified installer for adequate serviceability prior to installing this appliance. Factory built fireplace: if any portion of the chimney system shows signs of structural or me...

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    Planning your installation page 7 factory built fireplaces this appliance is approved for installation into a listed factory built solid fuel burning fireplace. The fireplace firebox must accept the insert without modification other than re- moving bolted or screwed together pieces such as smoke she...

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    Installation page 8 fireplace installation bv4000c minimum fireplace dimensions approx. Minimum height: 21” dimensions into fireplace width: 22 ½” depth: 16” catalytic temperature probe install temperature probe prior to installing insert. To install the catalytic temperature probe locate the plug o...

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    Installation page 9 installation steps 1. Remove all ashes from the fireplace. 2. Remove all materials inside the insert and set them aside. 3. Remove the three-piece surround assembly (face shield) and attach insulation material provided using a nonflam- mable adhesive (i.E. Rtv silicone, rated 570...

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    Installation page 10 surround assembly note: do not face seal over chimney cooling air system on superior brand or any brand fireplace which is designed with the chimney cooling air sys- tem. 13. Pull the insert slightly forward to its desired position; attach the face shield using the surround clip...

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    Installation page 11 positive flue connection for masonry fire- place a professional should inspect chimney prior to installation to determine if any repairs are necessary or if a chimney reline is necessary. The fireplace damper must be secured in the open position. If this is not possible, it will...

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    Procuct features and controls page 12 ash drawer the large ash drawer located below the fuel door is designed to make cleaning easier by containing the ashes in a remov- able drawer. Caution: do not operate the stove with the ash dump cover off, as this will produce extreme temperatures within the s...

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    Care and operation page 13 fuel door caution: when opening the door, do not extend it beyond its normal travel. Overextending the door to a further open position can put excessive stress on hinge area of door and hinge pins and may result in breakage. Door handle assembly the door handle assembly op...

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    Care and operation page 14 break-in period your fireplace insert finish is a high temperature paint that requires time and temperature to completely cure. We rec- ommend that you ventilate the house during the initial burns. The paint emits non-toxic odors during this process. Keep your house well v...

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    Care and operation page 15 blower system the blower system consists of a on/off rocker switch, a variable speed blower speed control switch (rheostat), a thermally activated switch (fan disc) and 2 axial blowers. When starting a fire, leave the blower system off until the insert is thoroughly heated...

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    Care and operation page 16 bypass damper control the operating handle of your bypass damper control is lo- cated on the front of the stove flue collar. By moving the by- pass damper control, the operator can route the fire either through the catalytic combustor (pushed in) or directly up the flue (p...

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    Maintenance page 17 burn recommended fuel this appliance is approved for use with natural dry wood only. Burning materials other than natural wood will shorten the life of the catalytic combustor. Do not burn particleboard or pressed logs using bonding agents as they can produce conditions which wil...

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    Maintenance page 18 door/glass gasket and ash dump gasket a 3/4" spun fiberglass gasket provides the seal around the fuel door and a flat spun fiberglass rope gasket (1/8” x 1”) provides the seal around the glass. A cerawool pad (4 1/4” x 4 1/4” x 1/2”) provides the seal for the ash dump cover. Shou...

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    Maintenance page 19 catalytic combustor this appliance has been designed with a catalytic com- bustor, which will improve its overall performance. Re- moving the combustor assembly for cleaning and rein- stallation is simple and convenient. Cleaning the com- bustor helps reduce buildup of ash and re...

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    Troubleshooting page 20 * smokes out fuel door when open 1. The primary air control is closed. 2. The chimney is too cool. Set the primary air control on "high" with the bypass damper control "open" for a few minutes before opening the fuel door. 3. Excess creosote will not only restrict your draft ...

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    Troubleshooting page 21 catalyst plugging 1. Burning materials that produce a lot of char and fly ash. Do not burn materials such as garbage, gift wrap, card- board, etc. 2. Burning wet pitchy woods or burning large loads of small diameter wood with the combustor in the operation posi- tion (without...

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    Specifications - model bv4000c page 22 approx. Sq. Ft heat capacity up to ~ 2000 sq. Ft. Maximum log length 18" flue size 6" width w/standard surround 42" width at fireplace opening 22.5" width at rear of firebox 22.5" depth into fireplace 16" depth (overall) 25" height 21" height w/standard surroun...

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    Replacement parts list – model bv4000c for the location of the nearest dealer for replacement parts, contact: lennox hearth products 1110 west taft avenue orange, wa 92865 page 23 door parts part/ catalog # description notes g6000 door assembly, cast black 10300 door handle assembly 85-11 door handl...

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    Component diagrams – model bv4000c page 24 damper assembly catalytic/damper components primary air control draft module (part/catalog #11493) door assembly (part/catalog #g3000) handle assembly (part/catalog #10300).

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    Optional accessories - model bv4000c for the location of the nearest dealer for optional parts, contact: lennox hearth products 1110 west taft avenue orange, ca 92865 page 25 accessories catalog # description (model) notes 14m73 cord change over kit (ccok-4000) 14m72 gold door kit (dk100-g) 70k99 to...

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    Safety listing label / epa label page 26.

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    Service and maintenance log service service service date technician description page 27.

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    1110 west taft avenue orange, ca 92865.