Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C, Owner'S Manual

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Vermont Castings • Encore Model 2040-CAT-C Owner’s Manual_R1 • 2019 - ___ • 03/20 3 8390-204C
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Alert Key:
• DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury.
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WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury.
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CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
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NOTICE:
Indicates practices which may cause damage to the appliance or to property.
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A. Warranty Policy ........................................................ 4
1 Product Listing and Important Safety Information
A. Appliance Certification ............................................. 6
B. BTU & Efficiency Specifications ............................... 6
C. California .................................................................. 6
D. Mobile Home Approved ........................................... 6
E. Glass Specifications ................................................ 6
2 Operating Instructions
A. Appliance Controls ...................................................8
B. Conditioning Your Stove .......................................... 9
C. Wood Burning Operation ......................................... 9
D. Ways to Add Fuel ..................................................... 9
E. Ash Disposal ............................................................13
F. Opacity (Visible Smoke) .......................................... 14
G. Negative Pressure ................................................... 14
H. Important Information ............................................... 15
3 Maintenance
A. Cleaning and Replacement of Glass ....................... 16
B. Damper Adjustment .................................................17
C. Door Latch Adjustment ............................................17
D. Gasket Replacement ...............................................17
E. The Chimney System ..............................................18
F. The Catalytic Element .............................................. 19
4 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................21
5 Reference Material
A. Service & Maintenance Log .....................................22
B. Service Parts & Accessories ....................................23
C. Contact Information ................................................. 30
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