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TOOLS AND MATERIALS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION

You will need a drill with a 1/8” bit to install sheet metal screws into connector pipe. A 5/16” socket/wrench or

screw driver to install the blower assembly described below. A 1/2” socket/wrench to install flue collar. A non-

combustible floor protector as specified in this manual. All chimney and chimney connector components

required for your particular chimney installation.

Brick Configuration

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Summary of Contents for VG150

Page 1: ...e installation of this heater Contact local building or fire officials about permits restrictions and installation requirements in your area CAUTION Please read this entire manual before you install or use your new room heater Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage bodily injury or even death Improper Installation Could Void Your Warranty Owner s Manual CONFORMS TO UL 1482 11...

Page 2: ... x Height 3 x 4 76mm x 102mm Weight lbs 235 lb This manual describes the installation and operation of the United States Stove Company Model VG150 wood heater This heater meets the 2015 U S Environmental Protection Agency s crib wood emission limits for wood heaters sold after May 15 2015 Under specific EPA test conditions burning Douglas Fir dimensional lumber this heater has been shown to delive...

Page 3: ...jury do not allow anyone to use this heater who is unfamiliar with the correct operation of the heater 9 For further information on using your heater safely obtain a copy of the National Fire Protection Association NFPA publication Using Coal and Wood Stoves Safely NFPA No HS 10 1978 The address of the NFPA is Batterymarch Park MA 02269 For more information on a Canadian Installation obtain a copy...

Page 4: ... connector pipe A 5 16 socket wrench or screw driver to install the blower assembly described below A 1 2 socket wrench to install flue collar A non combustible floor protector as specified in this manual All chimney and chimney connector components required for your particular chimney installation Brick Configuration ...

Page 5: ...OURCE OF ELECTRICAL SUPPLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING THE INSTALLATION Fix the assembly to the back of the stove with the four screws provided The blower assembly is intended for use only with a stove that is marked to indicate such use Do not route the supply cord near or across hot surfaces ...

Page 6: ...air into the room or space heated shall be provided when required POSITIONING THE STOVE It is very important to position the wood stove as close as possible to the chimney and in an area that will favor the most efficient heat distribution possible throughout the house The stove must therefore be installed in the room where the most time is spent and in the most spacious room possible Recall that ...

Page 7: ... minimum type 1 ember protection The floor protector should be under the stove 16 inches beyond the front and 8 beyond each side of the fuel loading and ash removal opening If there is a horizontal section of chimney connector the floor protector should go under it and two inches beyond each side The floor protector should exceed the stove as follows Front Sides 16 406mm 8 203mm ...

Page 8: ...ust be at least 8 2 4m in all cases Do not place any combustible material within 4 1 2m of the front of the unit The clearance between the flue pipe and a wall are valid only for vertical walls and for vertical flue pipe The chimney connector must not pass through an attic or roof space closet or similar concealed space a floor or a ceiling A flue pipe crossing a combustible wall must have a minim...

Page 9: ...d of the section toward the chimney Any installation with a horizontal run of chimney pipe must conform to NFPA 211 You may contact NFPA National Fire Protection Association and request the latest edition of the NFPA Standard 211 To insure a good draft the total length of the coupling pipe should never exceed 8 to 10 2 4m to 3 04m Except for cases of vertical installation cathedral roof style wher...

Page 10: ... fires Note that it is the chimney and not the stove which creates the draft effect your stove s performance is directly dependent on an adequate draft from your chimney The following recommendations may be useful for the installation of your chimney 1 Do not connect this unit to a chimney flue serving another appliance 2 It must rise above the roof at least 3 0 9m from the uppermost point of cont...

Page 11: ...same manufacturer and install the ceiling support package or wall pass through and T section package firestops where needed insulation shield roof flashing chimney cap etc Maintain proper clearance to the structure as recommended by the manufacturer The chimney must be the required height above the roof or other obstructions for safety and proper draft operation ...

Page 12: ...sociation NFPA by having it inspected by a professional Make sure there are no cracks loose mortar or other signs of deterioration and blockage Have the chimney cleaned before the stove is installed and operated When connecting the stove through a combustible wall to a masonry chimney special methods are needed ...

Page 13: ...imney connector and a minimum 24 gage ventilated wall thimble which has two air channels of 1 25 4 mm each construct a wall pass through There shall be a minimum 6 152 4 mm separation area containing fiberglass insulation from the outer surface of the wall thimble to wall combustibles Support the wall thimble and cover its opening with a 24 gage minimum sheet metal support Maintain the 6 152 4 mm ...

Page 14: ...ard 26 8 Sugar Maple 44 3700 6 Fair 26 2 Black Oak 43 3700 6 Fair 25 6 Ash 42 3600 5 Well 25 0 Yellow Birch 40 3400 4 Hard 23 8 Red Maple 38 3200 3 Fair 22 6 Paper Birch 37 3100 3 Easy 22 1 Elm Sycamore 34 2900 2 Very Difficult 20 1 Red Spruce 29 1800 1 Easy 16 1 WOOD STOVE UTILIZATION This heater is designed to burn natural wood only Higher efficiencies and lower emissions generally result when b...

Page 15: ...r heating value of wood will be higher than efficiency calculated using the higher heating value In the United States all wood stove efficiencies should be calculated using the higher heating value As an operator of a wood heater the best way to achieve optimum efficiencies is to learn the burn characteristic of your appliance and burn well seasoned wood A good rule of thumb is that your heater is...

Page 16: ...y to achieve a medium burn rate Make sure that there s enough air circulation while curing the stove The odors could be smelled during the 3 or 4 first fires Never start your stove outside You will not be able to see if you are over heating OPERATIONAL TIPS FOR GOOD EFFICIENT AND CLEAN COMBUSTION Get the appliance hot and establish a good coal bed before adjusting to a low burn rate this may take ...

Page 17: ...F and 500 F Below these temperatures the build up of creosote is promoted Above 500 degrees heat is wasted since a too large quantity is lost into the atmosphere WARNINGS Never over fire your stove If any part of the stove starts to glow red over firing is happening Readjust the air intake control at a lower setting The installation of a log cradle or grates is not allowed in your wood stove Build...

Page 18: ...s for the glass To replace the glass remove the screws retaining the glass mouldings inside the door Remove the mouldings and replace the damaged piece with a new one Perform the procedure backwards after replacing When replacing the glass you should change the glass gasket to make sure you keep it sealed Never wash the glass with a product that may scratch Use a specialized product available in t...

Page 19: ...AND EXCLUSIONS 1 United States Stove Company shall not be liable for incidental consequential special or contingent damages anyone might suffer as a result of their breach of this written warranty or any implied warranty 2 Should the heater be replaced by United States Stove Company free of charge all further warranty obligations are thereby met 3 Parts and or service replacements made under the t...

Page 20: ... 27377 Bottom Heat Shield 1 6 610176 Leg Weldment 4 7 610178 Door Assembly 1 8 86809 Hearth Trim Channel 1 9 86805 Top Trim Channel 1 10 27359 Front SS Heat Shield 1 In order to maintain warranty components must be replaced using original manufacturers parts purchased through your dealer or directly from the appliance manufacturer Use of third party components will void the warranty ...

Page 21: ...le Assembly 1 Key Part No Description Qty 1 88230 Kao Wool 16 125 X 19 125 1 2 88229 C Cast 16 125 X 8 5625 2 3 89066 Firebrick 4 1 2 X 9 17 4 891414 Half Firebrick 3 In order to maintain warranty components must be replaced using original manufacturers parts purchased through your dealer or directly from the appliance manufacturer Use of third party components will void the warranty 2 3 1 6 4 5 7...

Page 22: ...tached to the heater When ordering repair parts always give the following information as shown in this list 1 The part number ___________________________________ 2 The part description ________________________________ 3 The model number ________________________________ 4 The serial number __________________________________ United states stove company 227 industrial park road South Pittsburg TN 373...

Page 23: ...Reason for Purchase qAlternative Heat qMain Heat Source qDecoration qCost qOther _________________________ What was the determining factor for purchasing your new USSC appliance _______ I have read the owner s manual that accompanies this unit and fully understand the Installation q Operation q and Maintenance q of my new USSC appliance Print Name Signature Date Please attach a copy of your purcha...

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