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Encore Woodburning Stove
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10. Clean the chimney and chimney connector.
Operate the stove in your typical manner for two weeks,
inspecting the chimney and the chimney connector
frequently during this period.
If creosote is not building up as fast, it is likely the
performance change was caused by fly ash deposits
on the catalytic element. However, continue the inspec-
tions of the chimney system for a few weeks to ensure
proper performance continues.
If you continue to find a significant creosote buildup or if
you continue to see excessive smoke from the chimney,
the catalytic element will need to be replaced. Contact
your nearest Vermont Castings’ Authorized Dealer for
information about a replacement element.
NOTE:
Use only the replacement catalyst supplied by a
Vermont Castings dealer.
Replace the Stove Gaskets as Needed
Your Encore uses rope-type fiberglass gaskets to make
a tight seal between some parts. With use, particularly
on those parts that move, gaskets can become brittle
and compressed and can begin to lose their effective-
ness. These will need periodic replacement.
All of the gaskets are made of fiberglass. The sizes of
replaceable gasket are listed below, along with their
applications.
Gasket Diameter
...And the Parts it Seals
5/16”
The griddle to the stove top
(wire reinforced gasket)
3/8”
The ash door to the front of
the ash drop
3/16”
The outer glass panes to the
doors
5/16”
The damper to the
upper fireback; the front doors
to the stove front; and the
doors to each other.
6. Check the combustor’s honeycomb-like element
for a buildup of fly ash. If any is evident, take the
combustor outside and clean it by blowing air gently
through it.
7. Inspect the element for damage or degradation.
Although small hairline cracks will not affect per-
formance, the element should be essentially intact.
If the element is broken in pieces or has sections
missing, it should be replaced. Call your local Ver-
mont Castings’ Authorized Dealer for a replacement
element.
While the catalytic element is removed, check the
condition of the secondary air probe. Use an inspec-
tion mirror to locate the probe within the combustion
chamber. The probe should extend 25-38 mm (1” to
1
¹⁄₂
”) into the chamber and show no signs of deteriora-
tion, such as warping, corrosion, or short length. (Fig.
37) A damaged secondary air probe can affect catalytic
performance. If the probe needs replacement, contact
your local dealer.
8. If the element is in good condition and clean, re-in-
stall it in the stove and replace the refractory access
cover.
9. Replace the fireback, install the two wedges, and
replace the cast iron hood.
1"
ST559
Secondary
Probe inspection
11/00
Fig. 37
Use an inspection mirror to check the reflected view
of the secondary probe.
ST559
ST644
Encore release
lower fireback
3/01
Left Wedge
Refractory Access Cover
Right Wedge
ST644
Fig. 35
Release the lower fireback by tapping out two
wedges.
ST645
Encore
remove fireback
3/01
Fireback
ST645
Fig. 36
Remove the lower fireback through the front door
opening.
