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Vermont Castings Madison
Introduction
Thank you for choosing a Vermont Castings Madison to meet your heating needs.
We're confident you will find the Madison to be an effective woodburning heater incorporating
modern, non-catalytic combustion technology with the classic aesthetic appeal of its Vermont
Castings lineage.
The Madison achieves high-efficiency through precisely calibrated delivery of primary and
secondary air into a refractory-insulated firebox. Properly operated and maintained according
to the guidelines in this manual, your Madison will provide safe, dependable, and economical
heating for years to come.
The Madison Model 1655 Series has been tested and is listed by Canadian Standards
Association (CSA). The test standards are ANSI/UL-1482 for the United States and ULC
S627 and CAN/CSA B366.2 for Canada.
The Madison Model 1655 Series is listed for burning wood fuel only. Do not burn other fuels.
The Madison Model 1655 Series is approved for installation in manufactured (mobile) homes
in the Unties States only, using the optional Mobile Home Kit #1894 in accordance with the
instructions in that kit an any local codes.
The Madison Model 1655 Series complies with the standards set forth by the Federal
Environmental Protection Agency, 40 CFR Part 60.532(b)(2), as stated on the permanent
label attached to each stove. The Madison Model 1655 Series meets Washington State
requirements.
We recommend that you hire a professional, solid-fuel stove technician to install your
Madison, or to advise you on the installation should you attempt to install it yourself. Consult
the authority having local jurisdiction (such as a municipal building department, fire
department, fire prevention bureau, etc.) before installation to determine the need for a
building permit. Also, consult your insurance agent to be sure your installation complies with
specific requirements that may vary locally.
In addition to directions on installation and operation, this manual includes directions on
maintenance and assembly. Please read this entire manual before you install or operate
your new room heater.
Save These Instructions For Future Reference.
Table of Contents
Specifications ..................................... 3
Installation Requirements .................. 4
Clearances ......................................... 12
Assembly ........................................... 15
Operation ........................................... 17
Maintenance ...................................... 20
Draft Management ............................. 22
Parts List ............................................ 25
Installation
Accessories
#1891 Outside Air Kit
#1892 Bottom Heat Shield Kit
#1893 Rear Heat Shield Kit
#1894 Mobile Home Kit
C US
Proposition 65 Warning: Fuels used in gas,
woodburning or oil fired appliances, and the products
of combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects and other reproductive harm.
California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6
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