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recommended only to add briquettes to the level of 
the front grate.

4.  

Close the damper.

5.

  When the surface temperature reaches 230° C 

(450° F), adjust the air control for the amount of heat 
you desire.

NotE:  

If the remaining coal bed is relatively thick and 

if wood fuel is well seasoned, it is possible to add fresh 
fuel (smaller pieces first), close the door and damper, 
and reset the primary air thermostat for the desired heat 
output.

CautioN:  the Encore Multi-Fuel will be hot while 

in operation.  keep children, clothing and furniture 

away.  Contact may cause skin burns.

do Not ovErFirE tHiS HEatEr. overfiring 

may cause a house fire, or can result in perma-

nent damage to the stove. if an exterior part of 

the Endore MF glows, you are overfiring.

ash disposal

You should remove ash before it reaches the top of the 
ash pan. Check the level at least once a day. Every few 
days, clear any ash from the outer edges of the firebox. 
Most of the ash will fall through the grate.  Slice or stir 
the ash with a shovel or poker so that it falls through the 
grate slots.  

iMportaNt: 

 Check the level of ash in the ash pan 

before reloading the stove. If the ash level is close to 
the top edge of the pan, empty the pan according to this 
procedure: 

• 

Open the damper.

• 

Open the griddle or front doors, and use a shovel or 
poker to stir excess ash through the ash slots in the 
grate down into the ash pan. 

• 

Close the griddle or doors, and unlatch the ash door.  
It will pivot, swinging the ash pan out of the stove.

• 

Slide the cover onto the pan, making sure it is se-
curely closed. (Fig. 28) 

• 

Remove the ash pan, making sure to keep it level.

• 

To keep the cover from sliding off and to keep ash 
from falling on the floor, do not tilt the ash pan for-
ward. 

 

If the stove is in operation, close the ash door while 
disposing of the ash.

• 

Properly dispose of the ash in a metal container with 
a tight-fitting lid. Store the container outdoors away 
from all combustible material.

ST545
ashdoor
11/00

ST545

Fig. 27

  Turn the handle to the ash pan compartment clock-

wise to open and counterclockwise to close.

Open

Close

ST566
Remove
Ashpan
12/00

ST566

Fig. 28

  Be sure the cover is securely attached before remov-

ing the ash pan.

• 

Return the ash pan to its original position in the 
stove, and close and latch the ash door.

• 

Do not operate the stove with the ash door open.  
This will result in over-firing, and could cause dam-
age to the stove, void the warranty, or even lead to a 
house fire.

Empty the ash pan regularly, typically every one to 
three days. The frequency will vary depending on how 
you operate your Encore:  ash will accumulate faster at 
higher heat outputs.
Remove ash frequently and place it outdoors in a 
metal container with a tight-fitting lid. Place the closed 
container of ash on a noncombustible floor or on the 
ground, well away from all combustible materials, pend-
ing final disposal. If the ash is disposed of by burial in 
soil or otherwise locally dispersed, it should be kept in 
the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly 
cooled.  
You can use wood ash as a garden fertilizer. 

CautioN:

  Never use your household or shop vacuum 

cleaner to remove ash from the stove; always remove 
and dispose of the ash properly.

Summary of Contents for Encore 2547CE

Page 1: ...fire may result To reduce the risk of fire follow the installation instructions Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage bodily injury or even death Contact local building officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area Do Not Discard This Manual Retain for Future Use 2000971 1 10 Rev 8 0971 Encore Multi Fuel cover 9 02 ...

Page 2: ... to contact your Authorized Vermont Castings Dealer anytime you have a particular question about your stove or its performance This manual contains valuable instructions on the installation and operation of your Vermont Castings stove It also contains useful information on maintenance and assembly of this product We urge you to read the manual thoroughly and to keep it as a reference Sincerely All...

Page 3: ...nector for 8 flue collar 203 mm 8 diameter for 6 flue collar 152 mm 6 diameter Chimney flue size for 8 flue collar 203 mm 8 minimum for 6 flue collar 152 mm 6 minimum Flue exit position Reversible top or rear Primary air Manually set thermostatically maintained Ash handling system Removable ash pan Glass panel High temperature ceramic Weight 159 kg 350 lbs Width leg to leg 685 mm 27 Depth leg to l...

Page 4: ... instructions may result in a dangerous situation including a chimney or house fire Follow all instructions exactly and do not allow makeshift com promises to endanger property and per sonal safety Installation Outside Air In some modern super insulated homes there is inadequate air for combustion because of insufficient air infiltration into the building Such air enters a home through unsealed cr...

Page 5: ...ite Vent ICS of ICID Lite Chimney Systems Diameters over 200 mm 8 are not recommended due to the large cross sec tion causing excessive cooling of the flue gases DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE Chimney Size An Encore Multi Fuel with an 203 mm 8 flue collar is sized for venting into a masonry chimney with a nominal flue size of 8 x 8 203 x 203 mm or 8 x 12 203 x...

Page 6: ...igh heat The connector may be 152 mm 6 or 203 mm 8 in diameter If possible do not pass the chimney connector through a combustible wall or ceiling If passage through a com bustible wall is unavoidable refer to the section on Wall Pass Throughs Do not pass the connector through an attic a closet or similar concealed space The whole connector should be exposed and accessible for in spection and clea...

Page 7: ...be extended through the breech to the inner face of the flue liner and cemented securely in place Additional pieces of connector are then attached with sheet metal screws Fireplace Installations The chimney connector may be connected to the chimney above the fireplace opening or through the fireplace Above the Fireplace The Encore Multi Fuel may be connected to a chimney above a fireplace opening ...

Page 8: ... make sure it has been tested and listed for use as a wall pass through Always adhere to local building codes when installing a wall pass through Figure 9 shows one recommended method All combustible material in the wall must be removed around the single wall connector to provide clearance that is three times the pipe diameter Any material used to enclose the opening must be noncombustible Figure ...

Page 9: ...ront Hearth rugs do not satisfy the requirements for floor protection Keep the Stove a Safe Distance from Surrounding Materials Both a stove and its chimney connector radiate heat in all directions when operating and dangerous overheat ing of nearby combustible materials can occur if they are too close to the heat A safe installation requires that adequate clearance be maintained between the hot s...

Page 10: ...um rear clearance from combustible walls e g timber framed or studded walls 840 mm 33 measured from the rear edge of the stove top Fig 12 B ST486a Defiant EU Clearance Diagrams 10 06 A B ST486a Fig 12 Minimum clearances Minimum side clearance from combustible walls 610 mm 24 measured from the side edge of the stove top Fig 12 A Minimum distance from stove to movable combus tible materials e g furn...

Page 11: ...stall the Ash Door Heat Shield 1 Remove the two Phillips pan head screws from the ash door 2 Insert the screws through the ash door heat shield from the painted side place the 8 mm 5 16 spacers over the screws and carefully thread them back into the original holes The curved lip should be upward under the ashlip of the stove 3 Tighten securely Attach the Primary Air Thermostat Handle The primary a...

Page 12: ...entering the stove makes the fire burn hotter and faster while less air prolongs the burn at a lower heat level High and low settings appear in Figure 19 For the greatest air supply and maximum heat output but the shortest burn time move the lever toward the front of the stove For a fire that will last longer with less heat move the lever toward the rear of the stove ST637 encore Air control 2 01 ...

Page 13: ...along with a preheated airwash makes clear fire viewing possible at most levels of operation Burn Only High Quality Fuel The Encore is designed to burn natural wood and smokeless coal You ll enjoy the best results when burning wood that has been adequately air dried Avoid burning green wood that has not been properly seasoned or cord wood dried more than two years Do not burn con struction materia...

Page 14: ...tside combustion air are required Refer to section 2 of Document J which requires an outside air vent for appliances with power outputs over 5 kW Always refer to national and local codes to determine your specific requirements Your Encore will accept a duct to deliver outside air for combustion When first using the stove keep track of the air control settings You will quickly find that a specific ...

Page 15: ...ur hands from hot surfaces while refueling The following guidelines will help you achieve the best results De ash the stove by stirring the fuel bed to allow ash to fall through the grate It is important that plenty of air is able to circulate through the charcoal bed Do not break pound or compress the charcoal into very small pieces Larger pieces of charcoal allow more air to circulate under the ...

Page 16: ...e stove Slide the cover onto the pan making sure it is se curely closed Fig 28 Remove the ash pan making sure to keep it level To keep the cover from sliding off and to keep ash from falling on the floor do not tilt the ash pan for ward If the stove is in operation close the ash door while disposing of the ash Properly dispose of the ash in a metal container with a tight fitting lid Store the cont...

Page 17: ...the outdoors so it takes less heat from the stove to heat it up and keep it warm Draft Management Flue Sizing The inside size of a chimney for an airtight stove should match the size of the stove s flue outlet When a chimney serves an airtight more is not better in fact it can be a disadvantage Hot gases lose heat through expansion if we vent a stove with a 152 mm 96 flue collar 181 sq cm 28 sq in...

Page 18: ... pulls them out of the firebox The gases back up in the firebox till they re dense enough and hot enough to ignite If your stove back puffs you should open the damper to let the smoke rise to the flue more quickly let more air into the firebox and avoid big loads of firewood You should always see lively dancing flames in the firebox a lazy smoky fire is inefficient can lead to back puffing and can...

Page 19: ...ve if the glass in the doors is damaged If you need to replace the glass use only the high tem perature ceramic glass supplied by Vermont Castings Do not use substitutes Be sure to specify left or right glass the panels are not interchangeable Removing the Glass The left door is slightly different from the right in that one of its retainer clips is located under the door mani fold 1 Remove the rig...

Page 20: ...r should close securely to prevent accidental open ing and to keep air from leaking into the stove On adequately adjusted doors the handles should resist slightly as they are turned to the closed position and the doors themselves should be drawn slightly toward the stove Over time the gasket around the doors will compress and the latch may need adjustment To adjust the handle on the front doors op...

Page 21: ...se a wire brush or the tip of a screwdriver to clean the channel of any remaining cement or bits of gasket Fig 33 Remove stubborn deposits of cement with a cold chisel if necessary ST560 Remove gasket 11 30 00 djt ST560 Fig 33 Remove gasket then clean channel with wire brush 3 Determine the correct length of the appropriate sized gasket by laying it out in the channel Allow an extra 25 51 mm 1 2 a...

Page 22: ...hen put back together If this is the case the job should be done only by a qualified service technician 5 16 diameter gasket seals the following parts The flue collar to the stove back The lower fireback to the sides The Chimney System Creosote Your Encore is designed to reduce creosote build up significantly However regular chimney inspection and maintenance must still be performed For safety goo...

Page 23: ...26 30 11 52 64 52 64 51 63 11 65 66 0971 MHSC reserves the right to make changes in design materials specifications prices and discontinue colors and products at any time without notice Encore Multi Fuel Heater Model 2547CE Item Description Part Number Item Description Part Number 1 Secondary Air Cover Plate 1601771 2 Flue Collar 8 See Chart Pg 28 3 Back See Chart Pg 28 4 Left Griddle Quad Pre 201...

Page 24: ...Plate 1308609 32 Primary Air Frame 1307411 33 Primary Air Regulatory System 5000337 34 Bottom 1308638 35 Ashlip See Chart Pg 28 36 Leg See Chart Pg 28 37 Leg Leveler 1201745 38 Ashdrop 1308603 39 Pawl Assembly Short Adjustment 30002362 40 Ashdoor 1308607 41 Ashdoor Handle wood 1600663 42 Ashdoor Hinge Pin 1208608 43 Cotter Pin Ashdoor 30001749 44 Ashdoor Hinge Support 1308605 45 Ashpan 1601025 46 ...

Page 25: ... 1334280 Front 1308635 2318635 2378635 1328635 2328635 1338635 Ashlip 1307406 2317406 2377406 1327406 2327406 1337406 Left Door Subassembly 5008648 30001150 30001345 30001146 30001144 30001148 Left Door Only 1308637 2318637 2378637 1328637 2328637 1338637 Right Door Subassembly 5008647 30001149 30001344 30001145 30001143 30001147 Right Door Only 1308636 2318636 2378636 1328636 2328636 1338636 Sing...

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Page 27: ...urned off Overfiring in enamel fireplaces is identified by bubbling cracking chip ping and discoloration of the porcelain enamel finish MHSC offers no warranty on chipping of enamel surfaces Inspect your woodburning stove prior to accepting it for any damage to the enamel 4 This warranty does not cover misuse of the stove as de scribed in the Owner s Guide nor does it cover any stove which has bee...

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