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PREFABRICATED CHIMNEY SYSTEM INSTALLATION

Cut and frame the required holes in the floors, ceilings, and roof where the chimney will pass through.

REFER TO THE CHIMNEY MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER CLEARANCES
REQUIRED BETWEEN CHIMNEY AND COMBUSTIBLES, REQUIRED SUPPORT BRACKETS, AND THE
PROPER FRAMING REQUIRED AROUND THE CHIMNEY SYSTEM COMPONENTS.

Install chimney sections, fire stops, attic insulation shields, and any other chimney parts per the manufacturer’s
installation instructions. Install the flashing, storm collar and the chimney cap following the chimney manufacturer’s
instructions. Refer to the chimney manufacturer’s requirements concerning supports, bracing, anchors, and other required
material.

FIGURE 37, FIGURE 38, FIGURE 39, Figure 40, FIGURE 41, and FIGURE 42 are provided as examples for different
types of chimney system installations. Please consult and utilize a professional installer and follow all chimney
manufacturers’ instructions during installation of a chimney system.

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Summary of Contents for Catalytic BBF Series

Page 1: ...Version 7 2 INSTALLATION OPERATION MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR FREESTANDING MODELS BBF INSERT MODELS BBF RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS...

Page 2: ...make installations and repairs Any parts removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operation 10 NEVER leave a catalytic stove unattended and burning on high Uncontrolled and unattended high burn...

Page 3: ...anner 35 For further information on using your catalytic wood stove obtain a copy of the National Fire Protection Association s Using Coal and Wood Stoves Safely NFPA No NS 10 1978 The address of the...

Page 4: ...4 SAFETY NOTES 2 3...

Page 5: ...EQUIREMENTS 19 STOVE INSTALLATION PREPARATION 20 INSERT INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 21 FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES 21 MASONRY BUILT FIREPLACES 21 DRAFT 22 MINIMUM CLEARANCES 22 FLOOR PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS...

Page 6: ...MIC CLEANING 40 DECORATIVE DOORS 40 ROOM AIR BLOWER MAINTENANCE 41 ROOM AIR BLOWER TESTING 41 BLOWER MALFUNCTION 42 NO ELECTRICITY 42 CREOSOTE BUILDUP 42 FIREBOX TIPS AND TECHNIQUES 42 APPENDIX C CATA...

Page 7: ...on Agency LISTING TESTING AGENCY All Country Flame catalytic stoves have been tested to UL listing standards UL1482 ULC S627 for installation into residential dwellings including standard construction...

Page 8: ...ood stoves did emit large amounts of what has come to be known as polycyclic organic matter or POM s Many of these POM emissions were known to be carcinogens meaning cancer causing Armed with new docu...

Page 9: ...quick referral program on line at http www americanenergysystems com customer referral cfm or call us at 1 800 495 3196 or write us at American Energy Systems Inc 150 Michigan St SE Hutchinson MN 553...

Page 10: ...talytic stove The catalytic combustor creates a secondary burn process that scrubs the exhaust emissions producing a cleaner exhaust gas When operated properly the Country Flame catalytic stove benefi...

Page 11: ...rer s instructions local or national codes or 4 was subject to abuse misuse negligence or accident AES shall have no warranty obligation for damage caused by improper handling freight damage must be r...

Page 12: ...ation if this information is not complete the claim will be denied Name address telephone number email address of place of business where product was purchased also purchaser contact info Date of purc...

Page 13: ...______________________________ Dealer Telephone __________________________________________________ Date Purchased __________________________________________________ Model No ___________________ Serial...

Page 14: ...catalytic stove REMEMBER that all minimum clearances must be measured and maintained from that part of the stove that is nearest to the combustible material If there is any doubt or confusion about c...

Page 15: ...concerning rooms where a woodstove cannot be installed i Are smoke detectors required by local code How many and where are they to be located Country Flame strongly recommends the use of smoke and car...

Page 16: ...the way from the floor to the ceiling c Spacers preferably 1 ceramic rather than metal must be located at the corners on the tested and listed wall protector rather than behind the heater or the chimn...

Page 17: ...irection MODEL BBF B R G 8 8 8 H 18 18 16 I 8 8 3 TABLE 3 FLOOR PROTECTOR IN INCHES REFERS TO FIGURE 4 2 If a floor protector different from the tested floor protector is to be used it must meet or ex...

Page 18: ...or any other signs that would indicate the need for replacement All sections of chimney that pass through the floors ceilings or attics should be inspected for proper installation adherence to code a...

Page 19: ...e is not met or if a catalytic stove must compete for a limited supply of combustion air problems will occur These problems can lead to poor draft of the catalytic stove improper combustion smoke in t...

Page 20: ...immediately to the shipper the dealer and Country Flame 5 Check all stove controls for movement In the event the stove was dropped during shipment a jammed control can be costly to fix The stove contr...

Page 21: ...ed for the home will fit into an existing masonry built fireplace An installation in masonry built fireplaces requires that the damper be secured into the open position Although Country Flame catalyti...

Page 22: ...stove to operate efficiently MINIMUM CLEARANCES When installing a catalytic stove into an existing fireplace ensure that all minimum clearances shown in FIGURE 7 and defined in TABLE 6 are maintained...

Page 23: ...layer to determine the materials overall R Value c If the overall R value of the alternate material is greater than the tested material defined in STEP 1 then the alternate floor protection is accept...

Page 24: ...ud kit The size of the fireplace opening and the surrounding fireplace facing will determine which one of these kits will be selected by the installer or homeowner In the event there is any confusion...

Page 25: ...tion air entering the firebox 2 All Country Flame catalytic stoves have manual draft controls Refer to a specific model for the different locations of these controls 3 Manual draft controls have nothi...

Page 26: ...e way to the chimney On Country Flame models the catalytic combustor should be disengaged pulled out on some models and pushed in on some models when the fire is started This allows combustion gases t...

Page 27: ...ure content 6 Softwoods should be seasoned from six to eighteen months Hardwoods should be seasoned from 12 to 24 months Logs that are 5 or greater in diameter need to be split in half logs that are 8...

Page 28: ...referred to as chimney pipe Follow the specific chimney manufacturer s installation instructions for proper installation It is important to ensure a good tight seal and proper installation of the chim...

Page 29: ...29...

Page 30: ...e requires a minimum of a a 21 inch clearance from sidewalls b a 20 inch clearance from back walls and c a 20 inch clearance from any adjacent walls with a 45 degree angle to the adjacent walls The in...

Page 31: ...Model BBF blower tray comes will automatically turn on as the stove heats up and automatically turns off when the stove cools down The by pass switch allows the homeowner to test the blower system by...

Page 32: ...e 15 381 mm WEIGHT WITH BRICK 590 pounds 268 kg LEG FRAME HEIGHT 6 125 156 mm SHROUD WIDTH 48 1219 mm SHROUD HEIGHT 30 375 772 mm EPA EFFICIENCY 72 EPA BTU RANGE 10 500 to 51 400 COMBUSTION AIR CONTRO...

Page 33: ...Sensor 110 PP 988 Wood Pellet Power cord 58 0022 00 BBF Switch Toggle switch PP 1013 All Stoves Wire Black 18 gauge wire ft 58 0103 00 BBF Switch Toggle switch SPDT REFRACTORY BRICK BBF P43 BBF BBF fi...

Page 34: ...0 Rheostat w knob PP 835 5 16 18 Brass Nut 4 req d PP 820 5 16 Fender washer 4 req d PP 819 Set screw 5 16 18 x 1 00 CP SS 4 req d PP 101 Flat washer 3 8 PP 103 3 8 16 Hex nut PP 104 3 8 16 x 1 CGB Ca...

Page 35: ...lack BBF P101G LH Std Shroud trim gold BBF P102G TOP Std Shroud trim black BBF P100B TOP Std Shroud trim gold BBF23 9200 L Std Shroud LH BBF23 9200 R Std Shroud RH BBF23 9200 T Std Shroud TOP BBF P103...

Page 36: ...it is imperative that the operator know how to control the stove in all situations and be prepared to react to any situation KNOWING WHERE THE STOVE CONTROLS ARE WHAT THEY DO AND HOW TO OPERATE THESE...

Page 37: ...he living area after the chimney has warmed up and a window close to the stove has been opened slightly b The small fire s burn rate was slow or the fire extinguished itself before burning up all mate...

Page 38: ...ve temperatures The probe thermometer is the only temperature that is accurate for making decisions on stove operation Maintain the probe thermometer in good working condition to remove any stove oper...

Page 39: ...red glass or ordinary glass IS NOT AUTHORIZED and is hazardous to use Refer to APPENDIX A for the specific part number and a specific size of glass for a specific model catalytic stove Be prepared to...

Page 40: ...effective c Very long slow fires starve the glass air wash system and hasten creosote buildup d Trim the gasket around the glass if it has curled and is interfering with the flow of air over the insid...

Page 41: ...ion of a blower system associated with Country Flame catalytic stoves Several additional components have been provided in the blower system to assist the homeowner in testing a catalytic stove blower...

Page 42: ...he stove connection and work towards the top of the chimney Again cooler surfaces tend to build up creosote deposits quicker so it is important to check the chimney from the top as well as from the bo...

Page 43: ...this step as necessary until the combustor is clean REMEMBER if the combustor is covered in creosote it is likely the chimney and associated pipe are also covered in creosote Be sure to have the chim...

Page 44: ...cells are void of water and ensure complete dryness Once drying is complete reinstall the combustor back into the Country Flame stove by reversing the removal instructions Ensure any warn parts are r...

Page 45: ...then the combustor is usually working as it was designed 1 Is the stove producing the same amount of heat for the same wood consumption 2 Does the catalyst glow red for a short amount of time during...

Page 46: ...diagram to be used in the replacement process Replace the catalytic combustor with a complete kit from Country Flame REPLACEMENT Make sure your kit is complete and all parts are available for install...

Page 47: ...ld power at 120 volts 60 Hz and 15 amperes This standard household power should be provided through a National Electric Code approved 3 wire power outlet that is properly grounded Installing house wir...

Page 48: ...maintenance and no oiling DO NOT attempt to oil the electric motor however the fan blades will require cleaning All household dust and lint should be removed from the blower tray Allowing large amount...

Page 49: ...49 FIGURE 24 GOLD DOOR WARNING LABEL FIGURE 25 EPA STOVE STICKER...

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Page 52: ...cleaners are not effective in cleaning glass DO NOT USE abrasives as permanent glass damage will occur Use fireplace glass cleaners like Stove Bright Position of fire Hot fires help keep glass clean...

Page 53: ...OOR DAMAGE Cleaning Plated doors should be cleaned BEFORE FIRST FIRE to ensure no permanent damage occurs Abrasives Do not use abrasives chemicals or unknown compounds or plated doors Permanent damage...

Page 54: ...stems a prefabricated chimney systems as shown in FIGURE 27 or b masonry chimney systems as shown in FIGURE 28 FIGURE 29 FREESTANDING PREFABRICATED CHIMNEY SYSTEM no chase Whichever system the homeown...

Page 55: ...tible wall to a masonry or prefabricated chimney require either a UL Listed thimble wall penetration assemblies or the methods outlined in the National Fire Association Standard 211 which is outlined...

Page 56: ...combustible wall with a minimum of twelve inch brick separation from the clay liner to combustibles is permissible The clay liner stove shall run from the outer surface of the brick wall but not beyo...

Page 57: ...he chimney connector This listed chimney must have at least one inch or more insulation that serves as a pass through for a single wall sheet steel chimney connector that is a minimum 24 gauge thick a...

Page 58: ...alytic stove additional combustion air should be provided from the outdoors Outside combustion air can be provided to the appliance by the following means Direct connection appliances can only use dir...

Page 59: ...properly sealed and properly secured according to local and national codes FIGURE 35 shows the correct and incorrect installation of a chimney connector into a Country Flame catalytic stove Installed...

Page 60: ...ther appliance WARNING In cold areas an air cooled chimney may generate a large amount of water due to condensation This water will accumulate on top of the catalytic stove and may cause corrosion Cou...

Page 61: ...insulation shields and any other chimney parts per the manufacturer s installation instructions Install the flashing storm collar and the chimney cap following the chimney manufacturer s instructions...

Page 62: ...ions where more than one chimney is located in the same chase or within the same area it is recommended that each chimney termination be separated by at least sixteen inches or four hundred and ten mi...

Page 63: ...IGURE 43 shows an exterior chase construction for a catalytic stove For additional information on building a chase or for construction of an interior chase please consult national and local building c...

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