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Figure #2 Single Wall Pipe 

Use this diagram for the following installation: 

1.

 

Residential installation with the stove in a corner using single wall pipe.  For double wall pipe, 
refer to figure 1.  For mobile home installation in a corner, refer to figure 1

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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ALL CLEARANCES SHOWN IN INCHES 

 

 

ALL CLEARANCES ARE MINIMUMS 

   HEARTH 

CLEARANCES 

SHOWN 

IN

 

 
 
 

 

 

18

 18 

  
9.5

9.5 

  6 

  6 

 16 

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Summary of Contents for K-TAM

Page 1: ...UMA STOVES Rathdrum ID USA MODEL K TAM Tamarack Tested to UL1482 Report 123 S 05 4 Testing performed by Omni Test Laboratories INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Rev 1 10 13 ...

Page 2: ...with a quality product that will last a lifetime If you ever have a problem with your stove we will do what is needed to get it resolved and keep you warm You may have noticed a portion of the Bible enclosed in your owner s packet It is a small gift for you Our faith in Jesus Christ is very important to us and we have that faith because there is hope in heaven That hope comes from the message of t...

Page 3: ...ions carefully Failure to properly install and maintain your wood stove can result in an unsafe condition Contents Section 1 Safety Precautions Section 2 Mobile Home Installation Instructions Section 3 Residential Installation Instructions Section 4 Wood Burning Operation Instructions Section 5 Maintenance Section 6 Installation Clearances and Diagrams Section 7 Troubleshooting Section 8 Replaceme...

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Page 5: ...e may not be used as a connector in mobile homes 9 When installing into an existing masonry or metal chimney examine the chimney system carefully If you have any questions seek professional advice We recommend having existing chimneys cleaned and inspected by a qualified professional prior to the installation of your new Stove 10 NOTE ALL MINIMUM CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS TO COMBUSTIBLES Installation...

Page 6: ... IS A SAFE AND LISTED METHOD Please refer to NFPA code 211 for details about listed wall pass through methods To obtain a copy of the NFPA code 211 you may visit their website at www nfpa org or call them toll free at 1 800 344 3555 Your local building dept may also have information regarding NFPA code 211 EXCERPT FROM NFPA 211 ...

Page 7: ... Kuma part KA OA 1 is available from your dealer It includes the screened vent stove adapter and 4 of flex vent to be used for through the wall applications 2 Caulking to seal roof flashing and storm collar High temperature silicone is recommended 3 Assorted nails and screws 4 Short pieces of 2x4 or 2x6 Two pieces minimum 24 long 5 Copper wire 8 gauge for grounding Grounding clamp terminal or lug ...

Page 8: ...g a pencil trace the inside of the flashing cone onto the roof Remove the flashing and use a reciprocating saw to cut out the hole Cut the hole out about 1 larger than the mark all the way around 5 Use the two pieces of 2x4 or 2x6 to brace across the trusses in the attic Position the bracing in a way that you will be able to attach the chimney support with the proper clearance to the bracing see c...

Page 9: ... consult your dealer for this adapter STEP 4 Setting the stove and connecting to the chimney 1 If your stove is a leg model attach the legs before setting the stove on the hearth Once the legs are attached or if the stove is a pedestal model set it gently on the hearth using cardboard to protect the hearth 2 Position the stove on the hearth according to the clearances shown on the diagrams in sect...

Page 10: ...11 Assorted Wrenches Materials 1 4 Outside air duct with screen Kuma part KA OA 1 is available from your dealer it includes the screened vent stove adapter and 4 of flex vent to be used for through the wall applications 2 Caulking to seal roof flashing and storm collar High temperature silicone is recommended 3 Assorted nails and screws 4 Short pieces of 2x4 or 2x6 Two pieces minimum 24 long Deter...

Page 11: ...over the hole screw or nail Using a pencil trace the inside of the flashing cone onto the roof Remove the flashing and use a reciprocating saw to cut out the hole Cut the hole out about 1 larger than the mark all the way around 5 Use the two pieces of 2x4 or 2x6 to brace across the trusses in the attic Position the bracing in a way that you will be able to attach the chimney support with the prope...

Page 12: ...odels please consult your dealer for this adapter STEP 4 Assembling the stove and connecting to the chimney 6 Attach the legs or pedestal using the instructions provided in the leg or pedestal box Set the stove gently on the hearth using cardboard for protection 7 Position the stove on the hearth according to the clearances shown on the diagrams in section 6 Be sure that the stove is at least mini...

Page 13: ... fire starter available in chips nuggets and gels Newspaper also makes a good fire starter if it is torn into strips When building a fire use plenty of fire starter on the bottom and use small kindling directly on top of that Use progressively larger pieces as you stack wood all the way to the top of the firebox When starting a fire you should never use un split pieces of wood unless they are smal...

Page 14: ...unded circuit Turn the variable speed knob to click onto high speed As the knob is turned clock wise the blower speed decreases to your desired speed The blower speed should match the desired burn rate on your stove i e low burn rate low blower speed high burn rate high blower speed and so forth Ash Pan Operating Instructions Safety Precautions 1 Do not operate your wood stove with the ash pan ope...

Page 15: ...imney We recommend having the chimney cleaned by a licensed professional chimney sweep 2 When wood is burned it releases tar and other organic vapors When these vapors combine with moisture creosote is formed and enters the chimney When the stove is burning on a low setting the exhaust can be moving slow and the chimney can be relatively cool This combination of slow exhaust and a cool chimney cau...

Page 16: ...ause uneven pressure and can break the glass Brick replacement As needed 1 Bricks should be inspected and replaced if necessary at least once a year Cracked bricks are fine as long as they remain in place Some of the bricks inside your stove are interchangeable so shuffling bricks around can be done for example a baffle brick that is broken and will not stay in place can be swapped with a brick on...

Page 17: ...ard size KR BR 8 Brick cut size 7 5 8 x 4 1 2 KR BR TM1 3 Rear baffle brick holder KR BF TMT 9 Door wedge assembly KR DW TM 4 Front baffle brick holder KR BF TMZ 10 Ash grate KR AG 5 Hardware 1 4 20 x 1 2 bolt Pack of 6 KR HW 1 11 Control spring pewter KR SP 1P 6 Burn tube KR BT TM 11 Control spring gold KR SP 1G 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 4 5 6 6 6 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 8 7 7 5 10 9 11 ...

Page 18: ...1 Door spring gold KR SP 2G 5 Door pin retainer 2 ea KR DP 2RT 2 Door casting Black KR DR 1B 6 Glass gasket KR GK 34 2 Door casting Pewter KR DR 1P 7 Glass includes gasket KR GL 1 2 Door casting Gold KR DR 1G 8 Glass retainer includes screws KR GL 1RT 3 Door gasket kit KR GK 58 9 Glass retainer screw Pack of 7 KR HW 4 1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 ...

Page 19: ...ns 1 Mobile Home installation with the stove in a corner using double wall pipe 2 Residential installation with the stove in a corner using double wall pipe For single wall pipe refer to figure 2 Hearth ALL CLEARANCES SHOWN IN INCHES ALL CLEARANCES ARE MINIMUMS HEARTH CLEARANCES SHOWN IN 13 13 4 5 4 5 6 6 6 16 ...

Page 20: ...dential installation with the stove in a corner using single wall pipe For double wall pipe refer to figure 1 For mobile home installation in a corner refer to figure 1 Hearth ALL CLEARANCES SHOWN IN INCHES ALL CLEARANCES ARE MINIMUMS HEARTH CLEARANCES SHOWN IN 18 18 9 5 9 5 6 6 16 6 ...

Page 21: ...lation with the stove on a straight wall using double wall pipe 2 Residential installation with the stove on a straight wall using double wall pipe For single wall pipe refer to figure 4 ALL CLEARANCES SHOWN IN INCHES ALL CLEARANCES ARE MINUMUMS HEARTH CLEARANCES SHOWN IN 18 8 5 6 27 6 6 6 16 Hearth ...

Page 22: ...l installation with the stove on a straight wall using single wall pipe For double wall pipe refer to figure 3 For mobile home installation on a straight wall refer to figure 3 ALL CLEARANCES SHOWN IN INCHES ALL CLEARANCES ARE MINIMUMS HEARTH CLEARANCES SHOWN IN 18 18 15 5 27 6 6 6 16 Hearth ...

Page 23: ...ombustibles must be maintained per manufacturer s instructions on chimney pipe and stove pipe connectors Use only double wall connector in mobile homes Spark arrestor cap 3 minimum 2 minimum 10 Roof brace Residential or manufactured home Installation Residential Home Installation Storm collar Chimney Sections Attic Insulation Shield Support Box Cross Framing Double Wall Connector 4 outside air ven...

Page 24: ...24 Dimensional Drawings for the Tamarack 11 6 23 75 31 25 9 5x12 30 25 5 5 21 5 10 ...

Page 25: ...ir 2 Chimney and or the chimney cap needs to be cleaned Your chimney should be checked and cleaned if necessary every few months Even a small amount of build up can cause a draft restriction for example inch of build up on the side wall of a 6 chimney reduces the effective area of the chimney by about 20 Pay close attention to the chimney cap especially if it has a screen Screened chimney caps can...

Page 26: ...ometric episodes occur that affect draft thereby affecting stove performance If your stove has been working fine and performance drops suddenly this is most likely the cause and will usually go away within a few days 6 Your fuel load may be too small or the wood size too large for the coal bed A small bed of coals requires re kindling to build up the heat only put large chunks of wood on a very ho...

Page 27: ...handle and door pins 11 KA DR 1P Complete pewter door Includes Glass glass holder gaskets door handle and door pins Parts 1 KR AG Replacement ash grate 2 KR GK 58 Replacement 5 8 rope gasket 3 KR BR Replacement Standard firebrick 4 KR GL 1 Replacement glass includes gasket 5 KR GK 34 Replacement glass gasket 6 KR GL RT1 Glass retaining ring includes new screws 7 KR HW 4 Set of 7 glass retaining ri...

Page 28: ...nline at kumastoves com When calling you will need to have your proof of purchase the model name and the serial number of your stove When calling please remember that shipping and handling costs are not covered under this warranty Warranty Exclusions This Warranty does not cover 1 Changes in the color of the surface of the stove as this naturally happens during the firing of the stove and is consi...

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