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MODEL: CDVB200

 

CAST STOVE AND DIRECT-VENT 

 

NATURAL OR L.P. (LIQUID PROPANE) FREESTANDING GAS STOVE HEATER 

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

 

 
 

                                                        

 

Revised  September  2010

 

Approved By: 

WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may 
result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. 

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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any 
other appliance. 

 

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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS 

 

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Do not try to light any appliance. 

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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. 

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Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas suppliers instruc-
tions. 

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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. 

 

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Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas sup-
plier. 

INSTALLER: 

Leave this manual with the appliance. 

CONSUMER: 

Retain this manual for future reference. 

MANUFACTURED BY NEW BUCK 
CORPORATION  

 

200 ETHAN ALLEN DRIVE,  PO BOX 69 

SPRUCE PINE, N.C.  28777                                                                     

(*) Indicates Color Suffix Designation)  

www.buckstove.com 

WARNING: 

The Direct-Vent (CDV) burner system provided in this package must be installed only into the 

approved cast iron stove body Townsend II provided by New Buck Corporation. 

WARNING: 

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause injury or property 

damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional 
information consult a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. 

This Burner System (Direct Vent) has been tested and approved for use with the following Vent Pipe 
manufacturers: “Use only Simpson-Dura-Vent or AmeriVent GS venting components or kits, these 
types have been tested and approved specifically for this stove and burner system.”

 

WARNING: This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured 
home (USA only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by local codes.

 

* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale,  
   from the manufacturer. 

WARNING:

 Only New Buck Corporation approved 

blower assembly may be used with the CDV installed 
into the Townsend II.

 

This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not 
convertible for use with other gases. 

Summary of Contents for CDVB200

Page 1: ...uffix Designation www buckstove com WARNING The Direct Vent CDV burner system provided in this package must be installed only into the approved cast iron stove body Townsend II provided by New Buck Corporation WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For as...

Page 2: ... 4 VENTING 7 14 CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY 15 17 INSTALLING OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL KIT OPTIONAL WALL THERMOSTAT 18 POSITIONING OF LOGS 20 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 21 22 OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL OPERATIONS 23 ROOM AIR BLOWER SYSTEM OPERATIONS 23 ACCESSORIES 24 CLEANING 25 TROUBLE SHOOTING 26 28 REPLACEMENT PARTS 29 34 WIRING DIAGRAM 30 31 WARRANTY 35 OWNER REGISTRATION CARD 36 ...

Page 3: ... SERIES TOWNSEND II CAST UNIT ID DESCRIPTION CVF200A ALMOND CVF200B BLACK CVF200BP CAST BLACK PAINT CVF200G GREEN CVF200GP CAST GREEN PAINT CVF200R RED BURNER SYSTEMS DIRECT VENT FOR TOWNSEND II ONLY ID DESCRIPTION CDV200LP LIQUID PROPANE CDV200NAT NATURAL ...

Page 4: ...that control compartments burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean G Only the door design with this appliance shall be used CAUTION 1 This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases 2 For propane LP burner system do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locat...

Page 5: ...When used without the blower accessory the stove with burner system requires no electricity making it ideal for emergency backup heat PIEZO IGNITOR This burner system has a piezo ignitor This system requires no matches batteries or other sources to light burner system GLOSSARY OF TERMS Chase A boxlike enclosure to protect venting from the elements when the venting run is on the outside of a struct...

Page 6: ...earances must be maintained see Figures 3 and 4 4 This stove is a freestanding unit designed to set directly on the floor If your stove is to be installed directly on carpeting vinyl tile or any combustible material other than wood it must be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the stove See Figure 5 Note Installation shall make Provision for Adequate Combustio...

Page 7: ...re kit bag with fasteners 6 Carefully lay stove body on back to attach bottom components to stove body see Figure 7 Rest stove on drop cloth or blanket to avoid scratching stove edges 7 Remove remaining pallet wood attached to bottom of stove body see Figure 7 Use an adjustable wrench to remove bolts 8 Fasten each leg to stove with four 4 M8 x 1 25 20 mm bolts Use a flat washer and lock washer wit...

Page 8: ...e bottom of the stove and discard Remove the bolt located in the front top center of the stove to remove the front panel assembly see figure 12 NOTE When removing the front panel assembly be prepared to hold the front panel assembly before removing the last bolt 14 If there is a metal plate located across the inside front of the stove it must be removed Remove the 4 screws that secure the plate to...

Page 9: ...wires through the 5 8 round hole located in the bottom of the blower system and reconnect the wires to the switch using the labels on the wires to insure the wires are reconnected to the correct terminals see wiring diagram pages 30 31 figures 43 44 see figure 16 9 Secure the blower system to the rear of the cast stove body with the 4 10mm bolts provided with the stove see figure 16 Front Stove Bo...

Page 10: ...f run toward the termination You may paint the vent termination with 450 F 232 C heat resistant paint to coordinate with the exterior finish There must not be any obstruction such as bushes garden sheds fences decks or utility buildings within 24 from the front of the termination cap Do not locate termination cap where excessive snow or ice build up may occur Be sure to clear vent termination area...

Page 11: ...e corner 12 inches 30 cm H Not to be installed above a meter regulator assembly within 3 feet 90 cm horizontally from the centerline of the regulator I Clearance to service regulator vent outlet 6 feet 1 8 m minimum J Clearance to non mechanical air supply inlet to building or the combustion air inlet to any other appliance 12 inches 30 cm minimum K Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet 6 fee...

Page 12: ...house See Installing Vent System in a Chase below It is very important that the venting system maintain its balance between the combustion air intake and the flue gas exhaust Certain limitations apply to vent configurations and must be strictly followed Installing Vent System in a Chase A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose venting that runs along the outside of a building A cha...

Page 13: ...mbination of pipe and elbows to the appliance adaptor with pipe seams oriented towards the wall or floor Twist lock Procedure The female ends of the pipes and fittings have three locking lugs indentations These lugs will slide straight into matching slots on the male ends of adjacent pipes and fittings All connections must be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the second...

Page 14: ...he vent cap assembly Use wood screws provided to attach the standoff See Figure 23 5 Slide the wall thimble over the vent pipe before connecting the horizontal run to the vent cap see Figure 24 6 Carefully move the stove with vent assembly attached toward the wall and insert the vent pipe into the horizontal termination The pipe overlap should be a minimum of 1 Apply silicone to the outer pipe con...

Page 15: ...t fall outside this vent requirement chart we cannot ensure its performance MINIMUM MAXIMUM VENT REQUIREMENTS 24 MIN 0 6 12 24 18 24 18 12 6 0 4 6 12 30 MIN MAX Figure 25 Vent Requirements 12 NOTE Use only Simpson Dura Vent or AmeriVent GS venting components or kits these types have been tested and approved specifically for this stove and burner system ...

Page 16: ...nter point Cover any exposed open vent pipes before cutting hole in roof The 10 x 10 hole must be measured on the horizontal actual length may be larger depending on the pitch of the roof There must be a 1 clearance from the vent pipe to combustible materials Frame the opening as shown in Figure 21 4 Connect a section of pipe and extend up through the hole Note If an offset is needed to avoid obst...

Page 17: ...he same procedures outlined in steps 2 through 7 for Flat Ceiling Installation page 13 Cathedral ceiling support box Minimum below finished ceiling Cut hole 1 8 larger than support box when projected onto roofing Figure 28 Cathedral Ceiling Support Box Installation Non hardening Mastic under all edges of support box before nailing Figure 29 Installed Cathedral Ceiling Support Box High Altitude Ins...

Page 18: ...cts it from freezing rain or sleet Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT tap Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from burner system see Figure 31 IMPORTANT Install main gas valve equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location The main gas valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance CAUTION Use ...

Page 19: ...ulator 2 Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected 3 Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP gas burner system or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas burner system or using compressed air 4 Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply commercial leak test solution to all gas j...

Page 20: ...alve to thermostat gas valve see Figure 34 for propane LP or Figure 35 for natural Apply commercial leak test solution to all gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct al leaks at once 5 Light burner system see Operating Stove with Burner System pages 21 through 22 Check all other internal joints for leaks Equipment Shutoff Valve Propane LP Supply Tank Gas Valve Location Figure 34 Checking Ga...

Page 21: ...o step 2 WARNING Do not operate appliance with the glass front removed cracked or broken Replacement of the glass should be done by a licensed or qualified service person 1 Remove 2 bolts from bottom of stove if still in place and one from the top of stove to remove front panel see Figure 37 2 Remove the 1 4 20 bolts from the 2 tabs at the top of the glass door while holding door securely keeping ...

Page 22: ...glass when it is hot can cause personal injury or damage your cleaning device and the glass With the glass at room temperature and the door attached to the appliance spray the glass with household glass cleaner and wipe clean with a lint free towel NOTE Do not use abrasive cleaners WARNING Do not clean the glass when it is hot WARNING Do not abuse the glass cover door such as striking or slamming ...

Page 23: ...r burn out 3 over front burner tube The two ends are notched out on bottom to ensure proper fitting over ends of burner 4 Right top log is a y shaped log 4 The round stem lays in the notched out space on the right corner of rear log There is a pin on the middle log and a hole on the flattened end of the top left log Place hole over pin 5 Place the end of the 5 log with the hole over the pin on the...

Page 24: ...en the front and rear burner 8 Turn control Knob counter clockwise ____ to the Pilot position 9 Press in control knob With control knob pressed in immediately push and release ignitor button This will light the pilot NOTE If the control knob does not pop up when released Stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries turn the ga...

Page 25: ...een these positions as this can result in improper combustion PILOT FLAME PATTERN MILLIVOLT Figure 41 shows a correct pilot flame pattern Figure 42 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not heating the thermo couple This will cause the thermo couple to cool When the thermo couple cools the heater will shut down If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 42...

Page 26: ...ontrol knob anywhere between HI and LO 2 Position the auto off manual switch located on the right rear of the stove in the auto position NOTE See instructions provided with the remote control system you have received NOTICE You must light the pilot before using the hand held remote control unit See Lighting Instructions page 21 22 ROOM AIR BLOWER SYSTEM OPERATION To turn on the blower system you m...

Page 27: ...e of this manual RECEIVER AND HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL KIT PART PO FDC 504 For remote ready models Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off by using a hand held remote control WALL THERMOSTAT PART PE 400142 The desired comfort setting can be se lected on the wall thermostat and the log heater will automatically cycle from pilot to the heat setting selected 24 SERVICING Repair and replacem...

Page 28: ...ay be made See Removing Replacing Glass Door page 18 19 for instructions for replacing glass door PILOT AND BURNERS Periodic visual check of pilot and burner flames Burner and controls should be cleaned with compressed air to remove dust dirt or lint Use a vacuum cleaner or small soft bristled brush to remove excess dust dirt or lint WARNING Do not operate burner system with the glass door removed...

Page 29: ...hutoff valve not fully open 4 Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This problem could be caused by one or both of the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged pilot 5 Thermocouple connection loose at control valve 6 Thermocouple damaged 7 Control valve damaged REMEDY 1 Reconnect ignitor cable 2 Free ignitor cable if ...

Page 30: ... while cooling 1 Battery is not installed or battery power is low REMEDY 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 25 or replace burner orifice 2 Contact local propane LP or natural gas company 3 Reconnect leads see Wiring Diagram page 30 4 Replace thermopile 1 Contact local propane LP or natural gas company 2 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 25 or replace burner orifice 1 Cle...

Page 31: ...haust gasses into system 5 Glass too loose and air tight gasket leaks in corners after usage 6 Bad thermopile or thermocouple 7 Improper vent cap installation 1 Gas leak See Warning statement above 2 Control valve defective 1 Gas leak See Warning statement above 1 Improper log placement 2 Air holes at burner inlet blocked 3 Burner flame holes blocked REMEDY 1 Locate and correct all leaks see Check...

Page 32: ...OLD SUPPLY LINE 8A POT6 12 12 MANIFOLD SUPPLY LINE 9 PO H BURN001 18 H BURNER 10 PO 62MVORF L P FRONT ORIFICE CDV200LP ONLY PO 55MVORF L P REAR ORIFICE CDV200LP ONLY PO 53MVORF NAT FRONT ORIFICE CDV200NAT ONLY PO 44MVORF NAT REAR ORIFICE CDV200NAT ONLY 11 PERA911VB ON OFF SWITCH 12 PE A2 40 01 1 2 PINT MOTOR 13 PE 400132 THERMOSTAT 14 PE 400240 POWER CORD 15 PE 400320 STRAIN RELIEF 16 PGCDV081 GLA...

Page 33: ...8 9 10 4 5 RED WIRE PARTS IDENTIFICATION AND WIRING DIAGRAM Figure 43 ON OFF MANUAL 30 CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause im proper and dangerous operation ...

Page 34: ...PLUG FOR YOUR PROTEC TION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD AND SHOULD BE PLUGGED DIRECTLY INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE PRONG RECEPTACLE DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THIS PLUG 31 6 ON OFF AUTO SWITCH LOCATION 11 12 13 14 15 16 NOT SHOWN Figure 44 CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause im proper and dangerous operation Verify proper oper...

Page 35: ...PARTS BREAKDOWN FOR CAST STOVE SERIES TOWNSEND II SEE PAGE 33 FOR PARTS DESCRIPTION AND PART NUMBERS Discarded During Assembly 32 ...

Page 36: ...Door Hinge Step Bolt With Shoulder 1 Per Unit 1 7 2 Door Catch Bolt M8 x 1 25 55mm Long With Two M8 Hex Nuts 1 Per Unit 1 7 3 Bottom Floor Bolts M6 x 1 25mm Long with Flat Washer and Lock Washer 4 per unit Optional on some models __ 7 4 Leg Bolts M6 x 1 25mm Long With Flat Washer And Lock Washer 1 4 Per Unit 8 104178 01 Back Panel Bolts M6 x 1 20mm Long With Flat Washer And Lock Washer 1 6 Install...

Page 37: ...Black 1 104107 04 Touch up Spray Paint with Brush Porcelain Enamel Black 1 104107 06 Touch up Spray Paint with Brush Porcelain Enamel Almond 1 104107 07 Touch up Spray Paint with Brush Porcelain Enamel Green 1 104107 08 Touch up Spray Paint with Brush Porcelain Enamel Red 1 106057 03 Back Panel Extension Left Included 1 106057 04 Back Panel Extension Right Included 1 34 ...

Page 38: ...om the stove including those removable with common hand tools The cost of parts only are included The customer pays any labor or transportation charges required Electrical motors wiring switches gas components and all parts not permanently attached are warranted for one 1 year from date of purchase Customer pays any transportation charges PROCEDURE Should you feel that your heater is defective you...

Page 39: ...s within 30 days from the date of installation in order for warranty coverage to begin NEW BUCK CORPORATION 200 ETHAN ALLEN DRIVE PO BOX 69 SPRUCE PINE N C 28777 PLEASE NOTE The Owner Registration Card must contain the Authorized Buck Stove Dealer Code Number and the Certified Installer s number if applicable for warranty coverage to begin NAME______________________________________________________...

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