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O

vation Series 

Woodstoves and Fireplace Insert 

OWNER’S MANUAL AND  

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 

 

Read this manual and all safety notes. 

Keep for future reference

 

 

Freestanding models: OV-2100, OV-2600, and OV-3000 

Fireplace insert model: OV26-BF-I 

All Ovation appliances are EPA certified     

 

 

Heritage Energy Systems, 4 Stewart Road, Collingwood, Ontario L9Y 4K1 

 

www.Heritage-energy.com • (705) 445-5650 

(OV-504)

Summary of Contents for Ovation Series

Page 1: ...ad this manual and all safety notes Keep for future reference Freestanding models OV 2100 OV 2600 and OV 3000 Fireplace insert model OV26 BF I All Ovation appliances are EPA certified Heritage Energy...

Page 2: ...AINTAINING YOUR OVATION STOVE 17 CREOSOTE 17 CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE 17 CHIMNEY FIRES 18 GOLD DOOR CARE 18 ASHES AND THE ASH PAN 18 FIREBRICK REPLACEMENT 19 DOOR INSTALLATION 21 DOOR ADJUSTMENT 22 GLASS C...

Page 3: ...OOD BURNING INSERT BAY FLAME 33 INSTALLATION GENERAL RULES 33 FIREBRICK INSTALLATION 38 OV26 BF I INSERT CLEARANCES 39 HOW IT WORKS 40 WOOD COMBUSTION BASICS 40 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS 43 Version OV...

Page 4: ...nstructions 3 To conditions resulting from the alteration or modification of any Ovation woodstoves and inserts by anyone other than Heritage or a person duly authorized by Heritage to complete such a...

Page 5: ...ied Warranties Heritage expressly limits all implied warranties INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE Some provi...

Page 6: ...______________________________________________ Model ___________________ Serial No __________________________ The express warranties made by Heritage do not apply unless the original purchaser returns...

Page 7: ...uel fire log products Warning The use of some fuels e g charcoal can generate carbon monoxide and create hazards associated from carbon monoxides Ensure the hazards of any solid fuel being used in the...

Page 8: ...provided for use b Or fresh outside air can be provided to the woodstove directly through a 4 inch diameter pipe connected to the stove s air inlet It is dangerous to operate a stove with an outside c...

Page 9: ...CERTIFICATION LABEL sample Version OV 1a 10 5 2004 9...

Page 10: ...f the unit per instructions provided The Ovation OV26 BF I insert comes equipped with two blowers that have been factory installed On medium to high burns using a blower fan will increase the heat tra...

Page 11: ...inished Experimentation will be required in order to familiarize you with establishing optimum burning and therefore maximum heating efficiency Remember the Ovation has over 100 pounds of firebrick th...

Page 12: ...the owner will obtain longer burn times by reducing the burn rates of the fuel These reduced combustion modes are covered in the following paragraphs FIGURE 2 HIGH BURN AIR DAMPER SETTING CAUTION must...

Page 13: ...m heat output load more firewood about every four to five hours Burn times and heat output will be significantly reduced if softwoods are used in place of seasoned hardwoods LOW BURN MODE When the Ova...

Page 14: ...opening the firebox door always ensure that the combustion air damper is in the fully open position before the door is opened CAUTION ALWAYS open the door very slowly This will ensure that the stove...

Page 15: ...d enjoyment to ensure that you have good seasoned wood to burn in your Ovation Stove 5 Blocked Chimney The chimney serves as an exit for all gases created during the burn process Blockage heavy soot d...

Page 16: ...so a good draft can be sustained Be careful not to burn yourself with the paper Once you see the smoke from the lit paper is drafting better you can build a better fire IMPORTANT NOTES 1 Never use ga...

Page 17: ...ve and chimney inspected and cleaned as necessary to assist in preventing chimney fires CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE Regular chimney inspection and maintenance combined with proper operation will help prevent...

Page 18: ...lus and a lint free soft cloth to polish the doorframe DO NOT use any abrasives like steel wool brass polish cleaners like Comet or other household cleaners If improper cleaners are used the Ovation d...

Page 19: ...ge cracks develop in the firebrick replace them To replace the Ovation firebrick refer to the following stove specific firebrick replacement charts Fibreboard Baffle Fibreboard Baffle FIGURE 6a OVATIO...

Page 20: ...X 4 2 2 PP 868 6 1 X 1 X 4 1 8 PP 868 8 1 X 2 1 2 X 6 1 9 PP 868 9 1 X 2 1 2 X 8 1 2 Fibreboard Baffle Fibreboard Baffle FIGURE 6c OVATION MODEL 3000 FIREBRICK SYSTEMS BACK FLOOR BRICK PART NO SIZE O...

Page 21: ...ched rear bricks from the stove to assist in sliding the fibreboard into position as per the drawings Thefibreboard sits on a ledge attached to the secondary air channel and on top of the side brick F...

Page 22: ...ion The Ovation door can be adjusted up or down and left or right with the adjustable hinge pins as shown in Figure 7 The door gasket air tightness can also be adjusted to ensure an airtight fit To ad...

Page 23: ...s Ceramic ROBAX ROBAX glass ceramic has a thermal endurance far exceeding that of normal tempered glass ROBAX is designed to operate at temperatures ranging from 4000 F to 14000 F Despite its superior...

Page 24: ...e a proper airtight seal when the stove is being operated Apply gasket cement to the gasket channel per instructions provided with the gasket kit Once the cement has been properly applied install the...

Page 25: ...ed chimney that is in good condition This masonry chimney system must conform to all local building codes In the event a masonry chimney is not used a listed factory built chimney suitable for use wit...

Page 26: ...ation process The freestanding clearances for unshielded single wall combustible applications listed in Table 1 page 24 must be maintained If local code allows these distances can be reduced when acce...

Page 27: ...ior ALCOVE INSTALLATION All freestanding Ovation models that utilize a double wall pipe may be installed in an alcove This alcove must not be greater than four feet deep as measured from the alcove fa...

Page 28: ...onsult with the local code authority or an installation professional to ensure your installation is properly done The following additional requirements will apply to Figures 13 through 16 1 Insulation...

Page 29: ...bles FIGURE 15 SHEET STEEL CHIMNEY CONNECTOR VENTILATED THIMBLE Sheet steel chimney connectors must be made from material that is a minimum of 24 gauge in thickness and is separated by two one inch ai...

Page 30: ...must be used A chimney connector shall not pass through an attic roof space closet floor ceiling or similar concealed space Where passage through a wall or partition of combustible construction is des...

Page 31: ...ed for direct connection of outside combustion air outside air can be ducted to within twelve inches of the appliance 3 Mechanical ventilation if the house has a ventilation system air change or heat...

Page 32: ...emperature silicone to maintain a strong vapor barrier at the chimney and at the outside air pipe penetration DURING INSTALLATION OF THE CHIMNEY SYSTEM THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME FLOO...

Page 33: ...al properly or c due to strong exhaust fans being operated inside the mobile home Always ensure that fresh air intake systems remain unblocked and ensure free fresh airflow Contact your local Heritage...

Page 34: ...the masonry fireplace and chimney professionally cleaned and inspected before installing the OV26 BF I Insert 4 Remove the damper plate or wire the damper plate open with a heavy gauge wire 5 Figure...

Page 35: ...ed as such for each factory built fireplace manufacturer and the model line Note using a louvered faceplate surround complies with this requirement Alteration to the fireplace in any manner is not per...

Page 36: ...offset flue adaptor may be required to allow proper connection to the chimney NOTE If installing OV26BF I insert into a listed zero clearance fireplace the following requirements must be met Installat...

Page 37: ...eans must be provided for the removal of the insert to clean the chimney flue Inserts that project in front of the fireplace must be supplied with appropriate supporting means FIGURE 20 DIRECT CONNECT...

Page 38: ...s switch ensures the homeowner can continuously operate the fans without regard to thermostat FIREBRICK INSTALLATION FibreboardBaffle FibreboardBaffle FIGURE 21 OV26 BF I INSERT FIREBRICK SYSTEM BACK...

Page 39: ...RE THAN 1 INCH TO EACH SIDE OF THE INSERT 1 COMBUSTIBLE FLOORS IN FRONT OF INSERT MUST BE PROTECTED BY A UL LISTED HEARTH PAD EXTENDING 18 INCHES TO THE FRONT AND 8 INCHES FROM THE SIDE OF THE INSERT...

Page 40: ...eating comfort for your environment For specific product or combustion questions contact your local authorized Heritage stove dealer In a normal wood combustion process as heat is added to start a fir...

Page 41: ...molecules or an incomplete burn will occur NOTE The fuel air mixture must at all times exceed the combustion temperature as well as exceed the ignition temperature if a burn is to be sustained There...

Page 42: ...energy small kindling must be used to sustain any combustion that is occurring c Somewhere between 900o F and 1100o F the wood fuel particles have combined with oxygen molecules and released the majo...

Page 43: ...ours LOG SIZE 18 inches 18 inches 22 inches 18 inches FLUE DIAMETER 6 inches 6 inches 6 inches 6 inches MOBILE HOME APPROVED YES YES YES NO ASH PAN YES YES YES NO Insert height is shorter because it h...

Page 44: ...himney will not draw as well as a hot chimney system During start up a cold flue requires the operator to ensure the damper control is in the fully open position pulled all the way out After lighting...

Page 45: ...04 Gasket Tape Seal for Glass 4 ft PP 391 Sodium Silicate Glue for Door Rope Gasket 1062 1 Glass 15 x 11 Plain PP 839 Side Glass 3 x 11 Plain 14701 Ash Pan Latch Handle Assembly 3037 Spring Handle Sma...

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