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SECTION II

 

 

MASONRY INSERT INSTALLATION 

 

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

 

 

It is not necessary to direct connect this unit, but testing has shown that it is necessary for best performance in a 
poorly drawing flue, oversized flue liner or a short chimney. 

 

Use the following to complete the installation of the unit as an insert: 
 Kit # PA FP80  

Note:

 Clearances to mantel may be reduced by using a tested or listed mantel shield. 

 

INSTALLATIONS 

(Fireplace Insert) 

Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials (in inches): 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

MINIMUM CLEARANCES:

 

The Model 80 Fireplace Insert is intended for installation in accordance with the standard for chimneys, fireplaces, 
vents, and solid-fuel burning appliances.  NFPA-211 Code: 

NOTE:

 This model is not intended for installation into 

zero clearance or pre-fabricated fireplace. 
 
1.  The hearth must be of masonry construction and must extend a minimum of 16" in front of the firebox opening 

and a minimum of 8" to either side of the firebox opening. 

2.  Floor protector must be 3/8" minimum thickness non-combustible material or equivalent. 
3.  If your fireplace has wood trim above it, the wood trim must be at least 9" above the top of the unit. 
4.  If your fireplace has a wood mantel, the mantel or mantel supports must be located at a height of 24" above the 

top of the unit. 

 

REQUIRED FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS

 

Minimum and/or maximum fireplace dimensions: 

                                                       

Height                                      Width 

                                               Min.              Max.                Min.               Max. 
Model 80                               23 1/2"          32 1/2"             29"                    46" 

FIREPLACE  INSERT 

FIGURE  1 

24" 

12"

 

9" 

16" 

8"

HEARTH EXTENSION 

9" 

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Summary of Contents for Buck Stove 80

Page 1: ...ETY NOTICE If this heater is not properly installed a house fire may result For your safety follow the installation directions Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installat...

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Page 3: ...6 SECTION II Masonry Insert Installation 7 10 SECTION III Residential Freestanding Heater Installation 11 17 SECTION IV Wood Heater Safety 18 SECTION V Operation 19 20 SECTION VI Preventive Maintenanc...

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Page 5: ...on the side of the unit This switch controls the variable speed blower For blower to operate turn switch from OFF position to either LOW MEDIUM or HIGH When stove temperature reaches 110o blower will...

Page 6: ...Cap 14 Hinge Block 15 Air Control Brass Knobs 16 Shot Gun Air Control 17 Door Glass 18 Glass Clips 19 Hearth Brass 20 Door Gasket 21 Lower Heat Shield 22 Leveling Screws 23 Bottom Firebrick 24 Motor...

Page 7: ...d only Higher efficiencies and lower emissions generally result when burning air dried seasoned hardwoods as compared to softwoods or to green or freshly cut hardwoods DO NOT BURN Treated Wood Garbage...

Page 8: ...ors typically maintain temperatures in excess of 1000o F If catalyst temperatures are not in excess of 500o F refer to Catalyst Troubleshooting Section of this owner s manual CAUTION AGAINST OVER FIRI...

Page 9: ...vents and solid fuel burning appliances NFPA 211 Code NOTE This model is not intended for installation into zero clearance or pre fabricated fireplace 1 The hearth must be of masonry construction and...

Page 10: ...r soot Also check for obstructions such as birds nest If the chimney is excessively dirty clean it or have someone clean it professionally BEFORE installing the room heater 6 If the fireplace has an a...

Page 11: ...es with screws provided 6 Next slip the brass trim over the top edge of the trim panels and slide all the way down until sides and tops interlock 7 Slide the unit back into the fireplace Check to be s...

Page 12: ...n the doors and check for smoke escaping from the front of the stove Smoking usually indicates a defective or poorly positioned chimney Some chimneys with a marginal draft can be preheated by lighting...

Page 13: ...ude the following 1 A rain cap is installed on the chimney 2 Height of chimney is at least 15 feet high 3 Location of chimney is interior not on an outside wall Satisfactory results have been reported...

Page 14: ...stove The pad must be 37 wide by 37 1 2 deep Floor protector must be 3 8 in minimum thickness non combustible material or equivalent The unit must be positioned on the pad so that there is a minimum...

Page 15: ...IMNEY Ceiling Exits using Single Wall Pipe and UL 103 HT type chimney system listed with manufacturer in this section of manual The Model 80 is designed for connection to 1 Simpson Duravent 2 Security...

Page 16: ...learances as stated in tables 5 7 of the 1988 NFPA 211 Code Any unexposed metal that is used as part of a wall pass through system and is exposed to flue gases shall be constructed of stainless steel...

Page 17: ...ceiling above the unit so that the weight is hanging in the center of the flue exit A small weight on a string will serve as a plumb bob Mark the ceiling where the string is suspended to locate the ce...

Page 18: ...d of masonry 24 gauge or thicker sheet metal or non combustible 1 2 thick insulation board Conditions 2 and 3 above must be observed but the air space in condition 1 must be increased to 1 1 2 FINAL C...

Page 19: ...with a poker or fire tong Once the chimney heats up a proper draft can usually be obtained If a thorough review of the Troubleshooting Guide in the rear of the manual does not reveal your problem con...

Page 20: ...ation The connector and or chimney should be inspected at least once a month during the heating season to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred Any buildup of soot should be removed to prevent...

Page 21: ...or operating your stove GUIDE TO THE DIFFERENT BURNING QUALITIES OF WOOD Type of Ease of Coaling Amount of Wood Starting Qualities Sparks Apple Poor Excellent Few Ash Fair Good Few Beech Poor Good Few...

Page 22: ...This step will assure continued combustion and thorough burning of the wood B Medium Low Burn Rate Set the primary air control to the medium low setting Turn the rheostat to medium Wood Loading During...

Page 23: ...ends together using scotch tape or masking tape 8 Insert the new catalyst into the catalytic housing and push down until they are seated on the top of the stainless steel wire mesh supports 9 Reinstal...

Page 24: ...22...

Page 25: ...or inlet air 3 Improper Door Fitting 4 Combustor not engaged Solution 1 Check for and remove obstruction 2 Check trim kit gasketing or direct connect kit seal to fireplace and gasket as necessary to s...

Page 26: ...Open bypass damper In retrofit place combustor in bypass position before opening stove door 2 Install Buck draft inducer 3 Wait a few seconds after opening bypass damper be fore opening heater door t...

Page 27: ...tative who will instruct you on the proper procedure depending on which Warranty Time Period Period I or Period II applies If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the sug gested procedures you may...

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