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Installation and Operation Manual - Gateway 2300

ENGLISH

APPENDIx 8:  OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION

A blower, sold separately, can be installed on the stove. 

1.  Remove the backplate by cutting the knockouts with pliers. 

DETAIL J

MICRO-JOINTS

KNOCKOUT

2.  Screw the blower 

(A)

 in place using the screws 

(B)

 included in the installation manual. 

Ensure that the blower’s power cord is not in contact with any surface of the stove to 
prevent electrical shock or fire damage. Do not run the power cord beneath the stove.

B

A

Summary of Contents for ARCHWAY 2300 INSERT

Page 1: ...IONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN LOCAL AREA READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS WOOD STOVE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE 46113A 2019 06 17 US Environmental Protection Agency phase II certified wood stove compliant with 2020 cordwood standard GATEWAY 230...

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Page 3: ...s about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your local area A building permit might be required for the installation of this stove and the chimney that it is connected to It is also highly recommended to inform your home insurance company Please read this entire manual before installing and using this stove A primary alternative heat source should be available in the home This...

Page 4: ... Drying Time 16 4 Operating the Stove 17 4 1 Blower Operation 18 4 2 The Use of a Fire Screen 18 5 Burning Wood Efficiently 18 5 1 First Use 18 5 2 Lighting Fires 19 5 3 Combustion Cycles 20 5 4 Rekindling a Fire 20 5 5 Removing Ashes 21 5 6 Air Intake Control 21 5 7 Fire Types 22 6 Maintenance 24 6 1 Cleaning and Painting 24 6 2 Refractory Materials and Baffle 24 6 3 Glass Door 24 6 4 Door 25 6 5...

Page 5: ...Connector 41 Appendix 1 Legs Installation 43 Appendix 2 Pedestal Installation 46 Appendix 3 Door Overlay Installation 48 Appendix 4 Decorative Panels 49 Appendix 5 Optional Step Top Add On Installation 50 Appendix 6 Optional Fresh Air Intake Kit Installation 51 Appendix 7 Optional Fire Screen Installation 52 Appendix 8 Optional Blower Installation 53 Appendix 9 Optional Thermodisc Installation 54 ...

Page 6: ...Page 6 Installation and Operation Manual Gateway 2300 ENGLISH CERTIFICATION PLATE ...

Page 7: ...before opening the loading door NEVER USE GASOLINE LANTERN FUEL NAPHTHA FUEL OIL MOTOR OIL KEROSENE CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS OR AEROSOLS TO START A FIRE IN THIS STOVE KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS OR AEROSOLS WELL AWAY FROM THE STOVE WHILE IT IS IN USE Do not store fuel within heater minimum installation clearances Burn only seasoned natural firewood This appliance should always be mainta...

Page 8: ...ximum burn time may vary subject to location in home chimney draft heat loss factors climate fuel type and other variables The recommended heated area for a given appliance is defined by the manufacturer as its capacity to maintain a minimum acceptable temperature in the designated area in case of a power failure 2 The maximum heat output dry cordwood is based on a loading density varying between ...

Page 9: ... S627 10 North south ends of the logs visible East west sides of the logs visible 11 Mobile homes Canada or manufactured homes USA The US Department of Housing and Urban Development describes manufactured homes better known as mobile homes as follows buildings built on fixed wheels and those transported on temporary wheels axles and set on a permanent foundation In Canada a mobile home is a dwelli...

Page 10: ... 3 Dimensions 2 3 1 Stove Dimensions with Queen Anne Legs 13 1 8 333mm Ø 6 150mm 26 1 4 667mm 7 3 4 196mm Figure 1 Top View 16 3 4 426mm 10 1 2 267mm 25 7 8 658mm 30 1 2 774mm 20 7 8 529mm 28 1 2 723mm 25 5 8 652mm 20 1 8 513mm Figure 2 Front View Figure 3 Side View ...

Page 11: ... ENGLISH 2 3 2 Stove Dimensions with Straight Legs 13 1 8 333mm Ø 6 150mm 26 1 4 667mm 7 3 4 196mm Figure 4 Top View 16 3 4 426mm 10 1 2 267mm 26 3 4 678mm 20 7 8 529mm 21 532mm 25 5 8 652mm 30 1 2 774mm 28 1 2 723mm Figure 5 Front View Figure 6 Side View ...

Page 12: ...2300 ENGLISH 2 3 3 Dimensions with pedestal 13 1 8 333mm Ø 6 150mm 26 1 4 667mm 7 3 4 196mm Figure 7 Top View 24 1 4 617mm 10 1 2 267mm 16 3 4 426mm 17 7 8 454mm 20 7 8 529mm 32 1 4 821mm 30 1 4 770mm 25 5 8 652mm Figure 8 Front View Figure 9 Side View ...

Page 13: ...anual Gateway 2300 ENGLISH 2 3 4 Combustion Chamber Dimensions 17 1 2 444mm 9 228mm Figure 10 Door Opening 21 533mm 16 1 2 419mm 11 7 8 301mm 5 16 8mm 3 16 5mm Figure 11 Front View Combustion Chamber Figure 12 Side View Combustion Chamber ...

Page 14: ... such as sand and quartz that are combined in such a way to form a high temperature glass Ceramic glass cannot be recycled in the same way as normal glass so it should not be disposed of with regular household products Disposal at a waste management center is recommended 2 5 Zone Heating This stove is a space heater which means it is intended to heat the area it is installed in as well as spaces t...

Page 15: ... used is in the correct moisture content range of 15 to 20 Refer to the following section of suggestions on preparing fuelwood and judging its moisture 3 Fuel Good firewood has been cut to the correct length for the stove split to a range of sizes and stacked in the open until its moisture content is down to 15 to 20 DO NOT BURN GARBAGE LAWN CLIPPINGS OR YARD WASTE MATERIALS CONTAINING RUBBER INCL...

Page 16: ...kes loading the stove very difficult The most common standard length of firewood is 16 400 mm 3 3 Piece Size Firewood dries more quickly when it is split Large unsplit rounds can take years to dry enough to burn Even when dried unsplit logs are difficult to ignite because they don t have the sharp edges where the flames first catch Wood should be split to a range of sizes from about 3 to 6 75 mm t...

Page 17: ...racks form at the end of logs The wood turns from white or cream colored to grey or yellow Two pieces of wood struck together sounds hollow The face of a fresh cut feels warm and dry The moisture content read by a moisture meter is between 15 to 20 4 Operating the Stove Before using the stove the following steps should be completed Install the leg kit see Appendix 1 Legs Installation or the pedest...

Page 18: ...I and LO the heat sensor will make the blower start automatically when the stove is hot enough and will make it stop when the stove has cooled down Therefore the blower speed control can be left at the desired setting 4 2 The Use of a Fire Screen This stove has been tested for use with an open door in conjunction with a fire screen sold separately The fire screen must be properly secured on the st...

Page 19: ...oor slightly ajar Once the fire has ignited the door can be closed with the air control still fully open When the kindling is almost completely burned standard firewood pieces can be added Do not leave the heater unattended when the door is slightly open Always close and latch the door after the fire ignites 5 2 2 The Top Down Method This method is the opposite of the conventional method and only ...

Page 20: ...re in the area can be cooler when the household is active and it can be warmer when it is inactive Wood burns best in cycles A cycle starts when a new load of wood is ignited by hot coals and ends when that load has been consumed down to a bed of charcoal about the same size as it was when the wood was loaded Trying to produce a steady heat output by placing a single log on the fire at regular int...

Page 21: ...he firebox since it will affect the proper operation of the appliance The best time to remove ash is in the morning after an overnight fire when the heater is relatively cold but there is still a little chimney draft to draw the ash dust into the heater and prevent going out into the room Ashes should be placed in a tightly covered metal container The container must be placed on a non combustible ...

Page 22: ...parallel to each other diagonally in the firebox and lay two more across them in the other direction Open the air control fully and only reduce the air after the wood is fully flaming This kind of fire is good for mild weather and should provide enough heat for up to four hours Small fires like this are a good time to use softer wood species and avoid overheating the house 5 7 2 Long Lasting Fire ...

Page 23: ... of the stove to heat demand for space 5 7 5 Logs Orientation In a relatively square firebox the wood can be loaded north south ends of the logs visible or east west sides of the logs visible North south loads allow more wood to be loaded at the same time On the other hand they break into smaller pieces faster This kind of load is good for high output long lasting fires for cold weather East west ...

Page 24: ...normal conditions the door glass should stay relatively clear If the firewood is dry enough and the operating instructions in this manual are followed a whitish dusty deposit will form on the inner surface of the glass after a week or so of use This is normal and can be easily removed when the heater is cold by wiping with a damp cloth or paper towel and then drying When the stove runs at a low co...

Page 25: ...t adhesive backed woven fibreglass The gasket must be centred on the edge of the glass 1 Follow the steps of the previous section to remove the glass Remove the old gasket and clean the glass thoroughly 2 Peel back a section of the paper covering the adhesive and place the gasket on a table with the adhesive side up 3 Stick the end of the gasket to the middle of one edge then press the edge of the...

Page 26: ...ket groove 3 Apply a bead of approximately 3 16 5 mm of high temperature silicone in the door gasket groove Starting from the middle hinges side press the gasket into the groove The gasket must not be stretched during installation 4 Leave about 10 mm long of the gasket when cutting and press the end into the groove Tuck any loose fibers under the gasket and into the silicone 5 Close the door Do no...

Page 27: ... the hotter the fire the less creosote is deposited and weekly cleaning may be necessary in mild weather even though monthly cleaning may be enough in the coldest months Contact your local municipal or provincial fire authority for information on how to handle a chimney fire Have a clearly understood plan to handle a chimney fire 6 5 2 Sweeping the Chimney Chimney sweeping can be a difficult and d...

Page 28: ... WALL CEILING AND ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED 7 2 Regulations Covering Stove Installation When installed and operated as described in these instructions this wood stove is suitable for use as a freestanding heater in residential installations In Canada the CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment and the CSA C22 1 Canadian National Electrical Code are to be followed i...

Page 29: ...le than the minimum clearance figures given The clearances to combustible walls may be slightly different in Canada and the U S A and may also differ depending on whether single or double wall flue pipe is used The proper clearances should be used depending on the stove location and the type of flue pipe used The clearances of the appliance and the flue pipes must be met individually meaning the a...

Page 30: ...48 mm E 26 667 mm 25 641 mm F 19 502 mm 19 502 mm F 16 419 mm 16 419 mm 8 1 1 With Heat Shield AC02710 or AC0276214 APPLIANCE CLEARANCES WITH DOUBLE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR DISTANCES13 FROM DOUBLE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR Canada USA Canada USA A 3 76 mm 3 76 mm D 6 159 mm 6 159 mm B 4 102 mm 4 102 mm E 13 337 mm 13 337 mm C 3 76 mm 3 76 mm F 12 318 mm 12 318 mm 13 The pipe distances listed in this table re...

Page 31: ...7 1960 mm f the above clearances are met then the distances measured from the flue outlet will be DISTANCES16 FROM PIPE CONNECTOR WITH SINGLE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR DISTANCES16 FROM PIPE CONNECTOR WITH DOUBLE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR Canada USA Canada USA D 19 483 mm 15 394 mm D 13 337 mm 13 337 mm E 28 718 mm 28 718 mm E 28 718 mm 28 718 mm F 19 502 mm 19 502 mm F 16 419 mm 16 419 mm I 15 Note that to re...

Page 32: ...10 mm L 77 1960 mm 77 1960 mm 8 1 6 Mobile Home It is strictly forbidden to install a unit with a single wall pipe in a mobile home APPLIANCE CLEARANCES WITH DOUBLE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR DISTANCES17 FROM PIPE CONNECTOR WITH DOUBLE WALL PIPE CONNECTOR Canada USA Canada USA A 12 305 mm 12 305 mm D 15 387 mm 15 387 mm B 18 457 mm 18 457 mm E 27 692 mm 27 692 mm C 11 279 mm 11 279 mm F 20 521 mm 20 521 ...

Page 33: ...mm 6 152 mm E 15 387 mm 15 387 mm C 3 76 mm 3 76 mm F 12 318 mm 12 318 mm 8 2 Floor Protection This stove is designed to prevent the floor from overheating However it must be placed on a non flammable surface to protect the floor from hot embers that may fall during loading The floor protection must be a continuous non combustible material such as steel with a minimum thickness of 0 015 0 38 mm or...

Page 34: ...pply the instructions carefully Some regions may have different regulations Consult the local building code or contact the fire department for restrictions inspection and installation requirements in the area 8 3 1 Shield Construction Rules Adhesives used in shield construction must not ignite or lose adhesive qualities at temperatures likely to be encountered Mounting hardware which extends from ...

Page 35: ... maximum 3 75 mm E Minimum clearance along the top of the shield at the ceiling 3 75 mm F Mounting hardware must not be located closer than 8 200 mm from the vertical centre line of the appliance G Edge clearance for ceiling shields to side and back walls 3 75 mm H Shield extension beyond each side of the appliance 18 450 mm ...

Page 36: ...tible material on non combustible board spaced out at least 1 25 mm by non combustible spacers 50 18 457 mm 33 24 610 mm Ceramic tiles or equivalent non combustible material on non combustible board with a minimum of 24 gauge 0 61 mm sheet metal backing spaced out at least 1 25 mm by non combustible spacers 67 12 305 mm 50 24 610 mm Brick spaced out at least 1 25 mm by non combustible spacers 50 1...

Page 37: ...at least 5 130 mm Canada only or no more than 7 180 mm is permitted if it allows the proper venting of combustion gases and that such application is verified and authorized by a qualified installer Otherwise the diameter of the flue should be 6 150 mm To be suitable a factory built metal chimney must comply with UL 103 HT U S A or ULC S629 Canada 9 1 1 Factory Built Metal Chimney These are sometim...

Page 38: ...ing must be installed and sealed with silicone adhesive 9 1 3 Masonry Chimney The stove may also be connected to a masonry chimney provided the chimney complies with the construction rules found in the building code enforced locally The chimney must have either a clay liner or a suitably listed stainless steel liner If the masonry chimney has a square or rectangular liner that is larger in cross s...

Page 39: ...mulate fewer creosote deposits and will be unaffected by cold temperatures or harsh winds Outside chimneys will lead to cold back drafting when there is no fire in the stove slow kindling of new fires and smoke roll out when the door is open for loading On the other hand excessive draft will make the fire uncontrollable creating very high temperatures in the unit as well as in the chimney and seri...

Page 40: ...le supply of combustion air for a wood stove is from the room in which it is installed Room air is already preheated so it will not chill the fire and its availability is not affected by wind pressures on the house Almost all houses have enough natural leakage to provide the small amount of air needed by the stove The only case in which the wood stove may not have adequate access to combustion air...

Page 41: ...ses straight up from the stove to the base of the chimney with no elbows Straight assemblies are less likely to cause problems like smoke roll out when the door is opened for loading They are also more stable and easier to maintain than assemblies with elbows Horizontal runs of flue pipe should be avoided where possible because they reduce chimney draft Figure 21 Best Figure 22 Acceptable Figure 2...

Page 42: ...nstallation must allow expansion elbows in assemblies allow for expansion straight assemblies should include an inspection wrap with one end unfastened or a telescopic section Minimum upward slope towards the chimney in ft 20 mm m One end of the assembly must be securely fastened to the flue collar with 3 sheet metal screws and the other end securely fastened to the chimney There must be provision...

Page 43: ...eway 2300 ENGLISH Appendix 1 LEGS INSTALLATION 1 Remove the door the firebricks and the ash plug from the stove if desired 2 Put the stove on its back Remove and dispose of the two freight supports D Keep the nuts C and washers B for step 4 D B C ...

Page 44: ...nual Gateway 2300 ENGLISH 3 Install the legs E on the legs supports F Secure with the washers G and nuts H supplied with the leg assembly E F G H 4 With the nuts C and washers B removed in step 1 secure both leg assemblies to the stove B C ...

Page 45: ... cover J with screws K and nuts L J L K 6 Put the stove on its legs install the ash drawer included with the kit Put back the firebricks the ash plug and the door on the stove See step 1 The baffle and the bricks must be put back in the right place after the final positioning of the stove ...

Page 46: ...eration Manual Gateway 2300 ENGLISH Appendix 2 PEDESTAL INSTALLATION 1 Remove the door the firebricks and the ash plug from the stove if desired 2 Install the pedestal B on the stove and screw it in place using the 2 screws A B A ...

Page 47: ...l the fresh air panel D with the screws C the air control cover E with the screws F and install the ash drawer G Put back the bricks the spacers the ash plug and the door on the stove See step 1 C D E F G The baffle and the bricks must be put back in the right place after the final positioning of the stove ...

Page 48: ...x 3 DOOR OVERLAY INSTALLATION Position the overlay A on the door frame and secure it in place from behind using the nuts B To ease the installation do not tighten the nuts until they are all installed A B Note It is not necessary to remove the glass to install the overlay ...

Page 49: ...0 ENGLISH Appendix 4 DECORATIVE PANELS To remove the decorative panel C remove the screws D and push forward on the panel to unhook it from the bracket E Once the panels are removed remove the decorative panel bracket A by removing the screws B E D C B A ...

Page 50: ... wood stove can be equipped with an optional step top add on It accumulates heat and increase the airflow 4 Remove the air deflector A Keep the screws B 5 Assemble the step top C with the new deflector D with four screws E A B D E C 6 Install the step top and fix it in place using the screws B removed previously C B ...

Page 51: ...bile home approved stove requires the installation of a fresh air intake kit A and an insulated fresh air intake pipe HVAC type must meet ULC S110 or UL 181 class 0 or class 1 B sold separately Refer to air intake kit installation instructions for more details Installation with leg kit Installation with pedestal A B A B A B ...

Page 52: ... to the door opening 3 Lean the upper part of the fire screen against the top door opening making sure to stove the top fire screen brackets behind the primary air deflector 4 Lift the fire screen upwards and push the bottom part towards the stove then let the fire screen rest on the bottom of the door opening Warning Never leave the stove unattended while in use with the fire screen ...

Page 53: ...tove 1 Remove the backplate by cutting the knockouts with pliers DETAIL J MICRO JOINTS KNOCKOUT 2 Screw the blower A in place using the screws B included in the installation manual Ensure that the blower s power cord is not in contact with any surface of the stove to prevent electrical shock or fire damage Do not run the power cord beneath the stove B A ...

Page 54: ...wer It allows the fan to operate only when the stove is hot enough See the instructions provided with the thermodisc for more details Screw the thermodisc C with the screws D provided on the back of the stove The electrical cord of the thermodisc should not touch any surface of the stove to avoid electric shock or fire Do not run the power cord under the stove C D ...

Page 55: ... Then lift and insert the left end of the tube into the rear left channel 2 Align the notch in the left end of the tube with the key of the left air channel hole Using a Wise grip hold the tube and lock it in place by turning the tube as shown Make sure the notch reaches the end of the key way 3 Put the baffle in place 4 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the three other tubes 5 To remove the tubes use the ...

Page 56: ...Page 56 Installation and Operation Manual Gateway 2300 ENGLISH Note that secondary air tubes A can be replaced without removing the baffle board B and that all tubes are identical B A ...

Page 57: ...SH Appendix 11 MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION 1 For a stove on legs install a plate L on each leg and screw it in place witht the proper hardware M L 4x M 4x 2 For a stove on a pedestal remove the plugs N and screw the base on the floor with the proper hardware O N O ...

Page 58: ...GRAM AND PARTS LIST 3 10 6 13 19 23 5 40 38 30 62 56 48 48 46 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 49 47 47 49 47 47 47 54 53 52 50 51 42 1 48 48 25 26 27 28 29 31 36 37 32 35 33 34 6 34 36 32 35 39 37 33 34 6 34 41 24 22 44 43 45 20 21 18 17 68 14 2 7 9 5 2 11 4 12 57 60 59 61 63 58 55 8 15 16 ...

Page 59: ...SE65024 REPLACEMENT HANDLE WITH LATCH KIT 1 11 AC09185 DOOR LATCH KIT 1 12 30101 SPRING TENSION PIN 5 32 Ø X 1 1 2 L 1 13 SE65170 2 3 EMPIRE GLASS 1 14 AC06400 3 4 FLAT X 6 BLACK SELF ADHESIVE GLASS GASKET 1 15 PL65165 RIGHT DECORATIVE PANEL SUPPORT 1 16 PL65167 LEFT DECORATIVE PANEL SUPPORT 1 17 PL65155 RIGHT GLASS FRAME 1 18 PL65156 LEFT GLASS FRAME 1 19 SE53585 GLASS RETAINER KIT WITH SCREWS 12...

Page 60: ...ECORATIVE PANEL 1 44 WT2BL AIRMATE 1 45 SE65166 LEFT SIDE DECORATIVE PANEL 1 46 24096 ROUND CAST IRON ASH PLUG 1 47 29020 4 1 2 X 9 X 1 1 4 REFRACTORY BRICK HD 15 48 PL36056 2 X 9 1 1 4 REFRACTORY BRICK 4 49 PL36636 REFRACTORY BRICK 4 1 4 X 9 X 1 1 4 HD 2 50 PL65514 SECONDARY AIR TUBE 4 51 21389 C CAST BAFFLE 20 X 12 1 2 X 1 1 4 1 52 30060 THREAD CUTTING SCREW 1 4 20 X 1 2 F HEX STEEL SLOT WASHER ...

Page 61: ...low The manufacturer at its discretion may decide to repair or replace any part or unit after inspection and investigation of the defect The manufacturer may at its discretion fully discharge all obligations with respect to this warranty by refunding the wholesale price of any warranted but defective parts The manufacturer shall in no event be responsible for any uncommon indirect consequential da...

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Page 64: ...t Systems Inc 918 Freeburg Avenue Belleville IL 62220 618 233 7420 www empirecomfort com Manufactured by Stove Builder International inc 250 rue de Copenhague St Augustin de Desmaures Qc Canada G3A 2H3 418 908 8002 ...

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