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Resolute Acclaim 
Cover

Homeowner’s 
Installation and 
Operating Manual

For use in Europe

Do Not Discard This Manual: Retain for Future Use

30003843  9/10  Rev. 5

Resolute

®

 Acclaim

Woodburning Stove

Model 2490CE

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Summary of Contents for Resolute Acclaim 2490CE

Page 1: ... Stove Model 2490CE 0893 Safety Notice If this appliance is not properly installed operated and main tained a house 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 ...

Page 2: ...andards 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 In addition to directions on installation and operation this manual includes directions on maintenance and assembly We recommend that you hire a professional solid fuel stove installer to install your stove or to advise you on the installation should you a...

Page 3: ...e size Min 152 mm 6 or 203 mm 8 Flue exit position Reversible top or rear Primary air Manual Secondary air Preset Ash handling system Removable ash pan Specifications Resolute Acclaim Model 2490CE Glass panel High temperature ceramic Weight 192 kg 425 lbs Width leg to leg 660 mm 26 Depth leg to leg 480 mm 19 Height to top of flue collar w Regular legs 699 mm 27 top exit 635 mm 25 rear exit w Short...

Page 4: ...need to be com plied with when installing this stove What Kind of Chimney to Use Your Resolute Acclaim may be connected either to a sound masonry chimney that meets local codes to a relined masonry chimney that meets local codes or to an approved prefabricated metal chimney Whatever kind you use the chimney and chimney connector must be in good condition and kept clean If you use an existing mason...

Page 5: ... cement Double wall connectors must be tested and listed for use with solid fuel burning appliances Single wall con nectors should be made of 24 gauge or heavier steel and should be 6 152 mm in diameter Do not use galvanized chimney connector it cannot withstand the high temperatures that can be reached by smoke and exhaust gases and may release toxic fumes under high heat If possible do not pass ...

Page 6: ... connector When assembled in this way any soot or creosote fall ing from the inner walls of the chimney will stay inside the chimney connector Securing the Single wall Connector to a Masonry Chimney Both freestanding masonry chimneys and fireplace masonry chimneys may be used for installation of your Resolute Acclaim Freestanding Installations If the chimney connector must pass through a com busti...

Page 7: ...nstall a Resolute Acclaim through the open ing using a positive connection kit available from your local dealer These kits provide a secure connection between the stove flue collar and the chimney flue Fig 8 If it is necessary to reverse the flue collar from the top exit to the rear exit position follow the directions on Page 9 Fireplace installations whether connected to the flue above or through...

Page 8: ...ons in document J and should be of minimum width 840 mm and minimum depth 840 mm if a free standing hearth b above or a mini mum projection of 150 mm from the jamb if a recessed hearth a above Floor Protection for Fireplace Installation Do not assume that your fireplace hearth is completely noncombustible Many fireplace hearths do not satisfy the completely noncombustible requirement because the b...

Page 9: ...d Detailed information on fireplace and hearth construction is provided in section 2 of Document J all installations must comply with these requirements or with the relevant National or local building standards Clearances to timber framed studded walls are in cluded below There are no specific minimum clearanc es to solid noncombustible surfaces e g the sides and rear of Inglenook fire openings co...

Page 10: ...Remove the four 4 fasteners that hold the collar and extension plate The fasteners are accessible by reaching through the flue collar of the stove 2 Remove the flue collar and extension plate 3 Examine the exposed gasket contact your Vermont Castings Authorized Dealer if the gasket needs to be replaced 4 Position the extension plate and flue collar in the appropriate orientation making sure the ga...

Page 11: ...Immediately notify your dealer of any damage Do not install this stove if any damage is evident or any parts are missing Hardware Bag contents Stove Legs 4 3 8 16 x 1 hex head Leg Bolts with washers 4 Owner s Registration Card Touch up Paint Porcelain enamel stoves Install Stove Legs Remove and discard the four large slot head screws from the stove bottom Install the stove legs using the hex head ...

Page 12: ...decreased burn times Wood should be stored under cover to maintain dry ness Even for short term storage keep wood a safe distance from the heater and keep it out of the areas around the heater used for refueling and ash removal Use the Air Control Settings That Work Best for You No single control setting will fit every situation Each operation will differ depending on the quality of the fuel the a...

Page 13: ...amber that is located in the center of the lower fireback If your wood is well seasoned the damper may be closed when the griddle temperature reaches 260 C 500 f Depending on the type of wood being burned and its moisture content it may take several hours to establish and then maintain the ember base that is required for high efficiency operation 5 Once the ember bed is formed prepare the stove fo...

Page 14: ...es and will be confirmed by a temperature on the griddle of at least 260 C 500 F Close the damper and set the primary air lever for the desired heat output NOTE If the remaining charcoal bed is relatively thick and if your fuel is well seasoned it is possible to add fresh fuel smaller pieces first close the door and damper and reset the primary air within 5 minutes A Surface Thermometer is a Guide...

Page 15: ...ncy will vary depending on how hot you run your stove the hot ter the fire the more wood you burn and the faster ash will accumulate The ash pan is located in the ash drop chamber with a handle attached to the front and one to the rear Always use stove gloves when handling the ash pan Keep it level and carry it outside for disposal Empty the ash into your ash disposal container When you are fin is...

Page 16: ...less heat from the stove to get it warm and keep it warm 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 cool off through expansion if we vent a stove with a 152 mm 6 flue collar 181 sq cm 28 sq in area into a 254 x 254 mm 10 x 10 flue the ...

Page 17: ...hem 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 up the damper to let the smoke rise to the flue more quickly let more air into the firebox and avoid big loads of firewood Run your stove with enough primary air so that you always see lively dancing flames in the firebox a lazy smoky fire is inefficie...

Page 18: ...f regularly during hot fires If you wish to clean the glass more thoroughly follow this procedure Let the stove and glass cool completely Wash the glass with warm water and a soft paper towel or rag Rinse and dry thoroughly Never use abrasives ashes or harsh chemicals to clean your Resolute Acclaim glass For stubborn deposits use a ceramic glass cleaner available from your Vermont Castings Authori...

Page 19: ...ibed above Adjust the gasket in any areas where an inadequate seal is evident Adjust the Door Although it is unlikely that adjusting it will be necessary the height of the Resolute Acclaim s front load door is adjustable The lower door hinge pin has a shoulder that lifts or lowers the door as you screw the pin up or down Repair Missing Cement in Seams The cement in the stove seams may deteriorate ...

Page 20: ...h their application Resolute Acclaim Gaskets on Moving Parts Gasket Size And The Parts It Seals 3 16 The glass to the load door frame 5 16 wire mesh The griddle to the stove top 1 2 The arch and bottom edge of the inner front stove panel to the front load door 1 2 The front of the grate to the front load door Should you need to change a replaceable gasket wait until the fire is out and the stove h...

Page 21: ...ize Creosote and Soot When you first begin using the stove check daily for creosote a substance that can look like either thick tar or black crisp flakes Experience will show how often you need to clean to be safe The frequency may even vary during the year In the colder months when the hottest fires producing the least creosote are burned you may need to clean less frequently Dur ing the warmer m...

Page 22: ...or hire a qualified chimney sweep in your area to do the job Resolute Acclaim Maintenance Schedule The stove and chimney system should be inspected and maintained by a qualified engineer and include the following Stove Daily Ashes should be removed before they reach the top of the ash pan Check at least once a day Keep the area around the stove clear of any com bustible material Two Months Check d...

Page 23: ...parts 8 02 83 68 67 69 64 7 7 Resolute Acclaim Woodburning Stove Model 2490CE Item Description Part Number Item Description Part Number 1 Flue Collar See Chart Pg 24 2 Back 1301860 3 Damper Rod 1600853 4 Spacer 1201780 5 Washer 3 8 1202488 6 Damper Ramp 1301811 7 Damper Tab 1601488 8 Damper 1301829 9 Upper Fireback 1301805 10 Flue Cover See Chart Pg 24 11 Left Griddle Quad Pre 2010 1301807 11a Lef...

Page 24: ... 58 Glass Retainer 2 1601399 59 Glass 1401120 61 Door See Chart Pg 24 62 Door Hook 1600155 63 Door Handle Shaft 1600623 64 Latch Retainer 1201843 65 Compression Spring 1600551 66 Upper Door Pin 1600550 67 C Clip 1600553 68 Pin Hinge Bottom 1600419 69 Nut Hex 5 16 18 1203279 Shell Enamel Parts Resolute Acclaim Enamel Left Right Flue Flue Color Top Side Side Collar Cover Ashlip Door Leg Classic 1301...

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Page 27: ...f original purchase date 3 Date of failure of catalyst 4 Any relevant information or circumstances regarding determina tion of failure 5 In addition the owner must return the failed catalyst Exclusions Limitations 1 This warranty is transferable however proof of original retail pur chase is required 2 This warranty does not cover misuse of the stove Misuse includes overfiring which will result if ...

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