Valley Comfort Systems Inc
1290 Commercial Way, Penticton, B.C. V2A 3H5 250-493-7444
Version 1.04 12 Date printed: February 15, 2008
CAUTIONS
1. All installations must comply with local building safety codes.
2.
Installation shall be by a licensed, qualified installer experienced in heating equipment installations.
3.
THE WOOD SECTION MUST BE VENTED INTO A CHIMNEY APPROVED FOR SOLID FUEL USE IN
GOOD CONDITION. MOST GAS FURNACES ARE VENTED INTO "B" VENTS, THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE
FOR SOLID FUEL APPLIANCES. THE VC120 MUST NOT BE VENTED INTO ANY TYPE OF CHIMNEY
THAT ALSO SERVES AS A GAS APPLIANCE VENT.
4. DO NOT CONNECT THE DUCT WORK SO REVERSE OR PARALLEL FLOW IS POSSIBLE.
5. DO NOT RELOCATE ANY OF THE CONTROLS ON THE ORIGINAL OR ALTERNATE FURNACE.
6. Ensure that all existing or alternate furnace systems are in good operating condition before install-
ing the add-on.
Valley comfort Systems Inc. supports the Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc. This organiza-
tion provides training and certification for personnel involved in installation and maintenance of
wood heating systems across Canada.
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
Wood charging end
- 48 in.
One side
- 6 in.
Other side for servicing
- 24 in.
Single wall flue to combustibles
including electric wiring and electric furnace
- 18 in.
Plenum and first 6 ft. of supply duct
- 2 in.
If the furnace sits on a combustible floor, a non-combustible shield must be used under-
neath and extending 6 in. out from all sides and 18 in. out from the charging end. This
floor protection is required to prevent sparks from falling onto the combustible floor. See
CSA B365-M87) It is not required to be a heat protective covering.
This furnace must be installed in compliance with all local codes and regulations.
LOCATION RE ALTERNATE FURNACE
The VC120 can be located on either side of the alternate furnace, and in a series downstream
configuration, as space permits. Minimum size of the interconnect duct is 10 in. x 18 in. DO
NOT USE INTERCONNECT DUCT ELBOWS THAT HAVE AN INSIDE RADIUS OF LESS
THAN 6" (150mm.). NOTE: After interconnect duct opening has been cut into the side of the
VC120 , insulation must be fastened back to the furnace cabinet all around the opening. Use
the metal strips provided to hold the insulation tightly against the cabinet inside. This will pre-
vent the insulation from dislodging due to blower induced vibration. (see diagram below)
