Appalachian Stove & Fabricators GEMINI-XLB Installation And Operating Manual Download Page 3

I. FEATURES AND OPERATING CONTROLS

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Before installing and operating the Gemini XLB Zero 
Clearance unit, familiarize yourself with its features and 
operating controls. The Gemini XLB is designed for use 
with zero-clearance to combustibles. Care should be taken 
when selecting a stove site. A centrally located site is 
preferable, if possible, to ensure more equal heating 
distribution throughout your home. If you plan to install 
the Gemini XLB as a fireplace unit, the site you select for 
installation and finishing construction will enhance your 
present decor and heat your home more efficiently.

1. Quality Steel Construction - assures you of years of 
dependable service. The firebox is constructed of 4 gauge 
plated steel that is completely welded for safe, durable 
installation.

2. Special Fireproof Insulation  - lines the solid steel outer 
box and covers the firebox to provide high temperature 
resistance.

3. Warm Air Outlets - distribute the heated air from around 
the firebox. 

4. Front Mounted Blower - circulates air around the fire 
chamber for increased heat extraction. Easy mounting 
allows for quick access if service is needed.

5. Glass Door - seals the firebox for high efficiency and 
allows you to see the fire.

6. Refractory Firebox Liner - boosts burning efficiency by 
reflecting radiant heat back into the fire. This results in a 
more thorough and cleaner burn.

7. Warm Air Deflector - on the top stove edge directs the 
heated air downward and across the floor for maximum 
comfort.

8. Sliding Damper - helps increase heat extraction by 
controlling the escape of hot combustion gasses and smoke. 
The damper is opened by pulling the control handle out 
and closed by pushing the handle in. It may be left in any 
intermediate position.

9. Draft controls - regulate the burning rate and the heat 
output of the stove. The larger the fire, the more heat the 
unit will produce. The drafts are opened by pulling the 
controls outward and may be left in any intermediate 
position. Start up air (centered under the door) may only be 
opened during the building of the fire (5 minute max.).

10. Ash pan - for easy removal of ash.

11. Three speed switch - assists in the adjustment of air 
circulation around the firebox. The automatic position is 
thermostatically controlled, the blower comes on when the 
activation temperature is reached. The manual position 
allows for blower start up at any time. 

Summary of Contents for GEMINI-XLB

Page 1: ...fety follow the installation directions Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area This stove must be connected to a listed high temperature residential type and building heating appliance chimney or an approved masonry chimney with flue liner GEMINI PATENT PAT 4 607 611 August 26th 1986 1994 Appalachian Stove Fabricators Inc ...

Page 2: ... 3 Chimney Care 15 4 Stove Finish 15 5 Blower Care 15 6 Door Gasket Replacement 15 7 Motor Maintenance 15 TABLE OF CONTENTS IX Safety 16 X Limited Warranty 16 XI Warranty Registration 17 NOTE Tested and listed by Arnold Greene Testing Laboratories to test standards ANSI UL 1482 737 127 HUD specifications and Uniform Building Code Thank you for purchasing the Gemini XLB stove Appalachian Stove welc...

Page 3: ...ng allows for quick access if service is needed 5 Glass Door seals the firebox for high efficiency and allows you to see the fire 6 Refractory Firebox Liner boosts burning efficiency by reflecting radiant heat back into the fire This results in a more thorough and cleaner burn 7 Warm Air Deflector on the top stove edge directs the heated air downward and across the floor for maximum comfort 8 Slid...

Page 4: ...esigned for zero clearance to combustibles as a freestanding unit FIGURE 2 Rear and side wall clearances depend on two factors A Composition of the wall structure combustible or non combustible materials Use of non combustible materials will reduce the clearance needed B Chimney Clearance 6 or 8 insulated class A pipe low residential heat type all fuel must be used Follow pipe manufacturer s recom...

Page 5: ...unit A Gemini XLB Unit B Blower Assembly C Refractory Firebox Liner D Damper Spring E Draft Contol Knob F Heat Resistant Insulation Rolls G Ash Pan 2 Mounting Optional Trim Panels A Mount the top trim panel with the mounting screws provided B Mount side panels NOTE The Gemini XLB trim kit may be installed to a maximum of 2 1 2 from the front edge of the stove One half inch is preferred ...

Page 6: ...tural cooling vents of the Gemini XLB fireplace unit when installing NOTE If a raised hearth is used raise the Gemini XLB unit in proportion to the elevation to avoid blocking stove vents and to maintain correct 22 hearth clearance to combustibles This completes the installation of your Gemini XLB unit Please refer to section VII and VIII for instruction on operation and stove maintenance 4 IMPORT...

Page 7: ...ed so that the air flows to the rest of the home in the most direct route possible B Locate the approximate penetration point of the chimney structure Avoid roof areas such as valleys ridges dormers and hips If the installation is being made on a combustible floor place the floor protector in position Section II If you are using the optional freestanding base attach it at this time Place the stove...

Page 8: ...rom the appliance up through the chimney The amount of draft in your chimney depends on the length of the chimney local geography nearby obstructions and other factors Too much draft may lead to excessive temperatures in the appliance and may damage the catalytic combustors Inadequate draft may cause backpuffing into the room and plugging of the chimney catalyst NOTE Inadequate draft will cause th...

Page 9: ...ney pipe other than class A pipe consult your fire marshal for safe installation instructions Use one layer of insulation for double wall pipe and two layers for triple wall pipe B Attaching chimney to Gemini XLB unit FIGURE 9 A solid fuel chimney must make a positive connection to the drip proof pipe connector at all points along base of pipe connector for proper installation FIGURE 10 CHIMNEY IN...

Page 10: ... edge of the stove unit It may be used with both freestanding and fireplace units If used in combination with the optional trim panels for fireplace units attach the trim panels first 1 Mount top and side strips to trim panels with self tapping brass screws provided Leave approximately 1 at top edges of trim to be covered by corner brass If needed strips can easily be cut with a hacksaw 2 Mount tw...

Page 11: ...atalystic heater may be equipped with a temperature probe to monitor catalyst operation Proper functioning combustors typically maintain temperatures in excess of 500 degrees F and often reach temperatures in excess of 1000 degrees F If catalytic temperatures are not in excess of 500 degrees refer to the Catalyst Troubleshooting Guide or further information located in this manual To determine if t...

Page 12: ...rational temperature or the stove door being opened too quickly Glowing stove parts may be attributed to running the stove too hot excessive amounts of wood a high draft reduce when temperatures become too excessive a glowing combustor this is normal during first 1 3 of burn cycle or a chimney fire close inlet air and outlet dampers completely if this does not help vacate home and call the fire de...

Page 13: ...lysts not in metal housing should be wrapped with 1 16 gasketing before installing Locate the catalysts from the front of the damper housing Re install the sealing D New gasketing should be installed to allow for a seal between the damper housing and the firebox top This may be done by putting a layer of gasketing around the top where the housing is located In both cases the use of an adhesive to ...

Page 14: ...r on medium speed For a medium high burn open both slides approximated 3 8 of an inch and operate the blower on low speed VII OPERATION For a medium low burn open both slides approximately 3 16 of an inch and operate the blower on the low speed The start up slide located on the ash pan may be opened during the first three minutes of the burn For the low burn open the left slide approximately 3 16 ...

Page 15: ...wly it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire As a result creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected at least twice yearly during the heating season to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred If ...

Page 16: ...tive manufacturers 1 yr glass refractory firebrick andirons and decorative trim have no warranty Defective parts will be repaired or replaced at the manufacturer s option Parts which are returned to Appalachian Stove and Fabricators Inc within 30 days of purchase and found to be defective on inspection will be replaced without charge for the new part After 30 days parts covered by the warranty wil...

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Page 19: ..._________________________________ CITY __________________________________STATE ________________ HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT APPALACHIAN STOVE ___________ ______________________________________________________________ TYPE OF HEAT YOU PRESENTLY HAVE ________________________ APPROXIMATE SQUARE FEET OF HOME ______________________ NUMBER OF ROOMS _________________________________________ TYPE OF CONSTRUCTI...

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