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Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater

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3.  Apply a thin bead of stove cement in the newly-

cleaned groove.

4.  Lay the gasket into the groove.  Wait until you are a 

couple inches from the end before you cut it.

5.  Test the gasket by closing the door on a slip of paper 

as described above.  Adjust the gasket in any areas 
where an inadequate seal is evident.

All rope-type gasketing used in the Dutchwest Convec-
tion Heater is made of fiberglass. The gasket is 3/8” 
diameter for front and side doors and the ash door and 
3/8” for the top plate. 3/16” gasket is used behind the 
glass.    

Avoid Damaging the Glass Door Panel

Do not abuse the glass by slamming the door or striking 
the glass with a log. Never operate your stove if it has 
damaged or broken glass. If you need to replace the 
glass, use only replacement glass provided by your lo-
cal Dutchwest dealer.

Damper Adjustment

With time, you may need to adjust the damper link-
age to ensure that the damper plate seals tightly when 
closed. Test the damper when the stove is cold. When 
turned into the closed position, the damper should be 
feel “snug” but not too tight. It will become a little tighter 
as the stove heats up. Use a 7/16” socket wrench with 
socket extension to adjust the linkage:
1. From inside the stove, first loosen and then remove 

the two (2) nuts on the threaded rods that secure the 
top plate to the inner top of the stove.

2. Remove the top plate and open the damper.
3. Loosen the adjusting bolt’s lock nut. (Fig. 32)  
4. Loosen the anchor bolt’s lock nut, located on the 

underside of the damper.

5. Loosen the anchor bolt a turn or two.
6. Tighten the adjusting bolt.
7. Test the damper. Make further adjustments if neces-

sary.

8. When final adjustment has been made, tighten the 

adjusting bolt lock nut, the anchor bolt, and the an-
chor bolt lock nut.

Primary Air Control Adjustment

Simple spring-loaded tabs maintain tension on the 
primary air control lever. The air control should be loose 
enough for you to easily set its position by hand, but 
also snug enough to remain in that position until you 
change it. 

Over time, the air control may tighten or loosen. To 
adjust the tension on the control, let the stove cool to 
room temperature. Open the side-loading door and look 
in toward the inner side of the front panel of the stove. 
(Fig. 33) Locate the lower hex head bolts (A) on the pri-
mary air manifold rods on either side of the door. Adjust 
with a 7/16” wrench.
Note that the mechanism may tighten slightly as the 
stove heats up. Your adjustment should leave the air 
control snug, but not overly tight.

ST441

damper rod

7/7/00   djt

Adjusting Bolt

(on underside)

Lock Nut

Damper Rod

Anchor Bolt

ST441

Front of 
Stove

Fig. 32

  Damper adjustment.

ST808

primary air control

5/04

Air Manifold

Air Control

ST808

Fig. 33

  Primary air control adjustment.

Adjustment 

Screw

Summary of Contents for Dutchwest 2479

Page 1: ...erating Manual If this heater is not properly installed operated and maintained a house re may result For safety follow all installation operation and maintenance directions Contact local building of...

Page 2: ...to cause cancer birth de fects and other reproductive harm California Health Safety Code Sec 25249 6 Table of Contents Speci cations 3 Installation 4 Clearances 10 Assembly 16 Operation 18 Maintenanc...

Page 3: ...in a more severe or more temper ate climate these gures may not apply Since so many variables affect performance consult your Dutchwest Authorized Dealer to determine realistic expectations for your h...

Page 4: ...ed to 1 a chimney complying with the requirements for Type HT chimneys in the standard for Chimneys Fac tory Built Residential Type and Building Heating Appli ance UL 103 or 2 a code approved masonry...

Page 5: ...nector The chimney connector is the single wall pipe or listed and approved double wall pipe that connects the stove to the chimney The chimney itself is a masonry or prefabricated structure that encl...

Page 6: ...elescoping joints with at least three sheet metal screws 3 Secure the chimney connector to the chimney In structions for various installations follow below 4 Con rm that the installed stove and chimne...

Page 7: ...back into the replace chimney The liner of the replace chimney should extend at least to the point at which the chimney connector enters the chimney Follow all the guidelines for installing a chimney...

Page 8: ...ngle wall connector to provide the required 12 305 mm clearance for the connector Any material used to close up the opening must be non combustible The following wall pass through methods may be ap pr...

Page 9: ...t 1 19 Refer to How to Determine if Alternate Floor Protection Materials are Acceptable section The oor protector may be covered with a decorative noncombustible material if desired Do not obstruct th...

Page 10: ...ion for Fireplace Installations with Standard Legs Fireplace installations with the standard legs and the bottom heat shield must have a oor protector of the same construction as that speci ed for fre...

Page 11: ...ombustible surface Keep furnish ings and other combustible materials away from the stove as well In general a distance of 48 1220 mm must be maintained between the stove and moveable combustible items...

Page 12: ...himney Connector Clearance Chart that follows For example the letter A gives the minimum side clear ance for installations in which the stove is not equipped with any heat shield and the wall beside t...

Page 13: ...m Double wall connector 10 8 ue collar heat shield 254 mm 216 mm Front Clearance to Combustibles All Installations 48 1219 mm Model 2479 Large Convection Heater UNPROTECTED SURFACES PROTECTED SURFACES...

Page 14: ...dutchwest flue centerline 6 30 00 djt A B C E D F C F Chimney Connector Side Rear Corner Side Rear Corner Listed Approved A 34 B 12 C 21 D 22 E 12 F 20 Double wall with 846 mm 318 mm 533 mm 572 mm 305...

Page 15: ...1219 mm 48 1219 mm Spaced 1 25 mm from Floor ST802 Fig 17 Sidewall protection ST803 corner wall protection 5 04 48 1219 mm 48 1219 mm Spaced 1 25 mm from Floor ST803 Fig 18 Corner wall protection Wall...

Page 16: ...ottom Heat Shield is required in many instal lations Refer to the oor protection information found in the Installation Section of this manual Attach the Legs and Heat Shield NOTE To avoid damaging the...

Page 17: ...ssen the effort of moving the stove over smooth ooring is to slide it on a piece of inverted carpet Move it slowly to ensure the oor is not scratched Retighten all leg fastening hardware ST815 back le...

Page 18: ...Opening the inlet shutters provides air for primary combustion To open the shutters turn the lever clockwise The shutters are all the way open when the lever points to ward the rear at a 9 00 positio...

Page 19: ...ulting in short burn time and dimin ished stove performance If you must burn it mix it in with greener wood to slow the burn Store your rewood under cover to keep it dry Even for short term storage ke...

Page 20: ...ase the ring rate of your heater by altering the air control adjustment range outlined in these directions In some newer homes that are well insulated and weather tight poor draft may result from insu...

Page 21: ...RT THE FIRE DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAM MABLE FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE NAPTHA OR ENGINE OIL Also never use gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter uid or similar liquids to start or freshe...

Page 22: ...ace in a metal container with a tight tting lid ST438 ash pail 7 6 00 djt ST438 ST805 remove ashes 5 04 ST805 Fig 28 Check the ash compartment before reloading the stove Safe Ash Handling Ashes may co...

Page 23: ...sen the small locking nut with an open end wrench 2 Use the allen wrench included with the stove to turn the striker screw clockwise one quarter turn and close the door to test the engagement The door...

Page 24: ...o 2 nuts on the threaded rods that secure the top plate to the inner top of the stove 2 Remove the top plate and open the damper 3 Loosen the adjusting bolt s lock nut Fig 32 4 Loosen the anchor bolt...

Page 25: ...e you inspect the chimney Use a ash light and mirror to sight up the ue through the chimney clean out door or chimney connector inspection tee If no inspection access is available disconnect the pipe...

Page 26: ...the system if nec essary ANNUAL SPRING CLEANING Disassemble the chimney connector and take it outdoors for inspection and cleaning Replace weak sections of connector Inspect the chimney for signs of d...

Page 27: ...ure from the high ue temperatures Because the insulation is less dense than masonry the inner steel liner warms up more quickly than a masonry chimney this makes the steel chimney support a good draft...

Page 28: ...n characteristics that adversely affect chimney draft also promote creosote condensation Consequently you can minimize creosote accumulation with an effective chim ney design and the use of operationa...

Page 29: ...more an art than a science Art in cludes technique and since installations homes and fuel vary the stove operator must also vary technique mostly timing to achieve satisfying results Over time you wil...

Page 30: ...reserves the right to make changes in design materials speci cations prices and discontinue colors and products at any time without notice Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2479 Ref Description 2479...

Page 31: ...nt Door 30002177 Door Gasket Front Ash and Load Doors 1203589 26 Load Door Insulation 30002250 27 Load Door Refractory to June 2005 30002253 Load Door Refractory II replaces above 30002438 28 Handle w...

Page 32: ...e to the stove caused by burning salt saturated wood chemically treated wood or any fuel not recommended in the Owners Guide 4 This warranty does not cover a stove repaired by someone other than a Dut...

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