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SPECIFICATIONS:
Laboratory testing has proven that a central solid fuel furnace provides the most viable solution to the
on going problem of homeowner utility dependence. In consideration of this fact, the FC300 has been
engineered to supplement the heating requirements of the average sized home, even during winter’s
coldest months. It is constructed with high grade, heavy gauge steel and is continually welded to assure
the utmost in structural strength. In addition, the heat exchanger is lined with firebrick to ensure many
years of energy efficient service. The design of the baffle increases fuel efficiency by creating a “sec-
ondary burn” of smoke and wood gases before they are vented up the chimney. The cast iron doors are
custom fitted to provide an air tight seal, greatly extending the burn time and insuring maximum effi-
ciency in fuel consumption. We have included a heavy gauge cast iron grate to aid in ash removal and
reduce maintenance. Furthermore, we fashioned the wrap around sides to attain the maximum in heat
transfer efficiency. Finally, for total comfort and convenience we added a thermostatically controlled
circulation blower system. These fully automatic components furnish rapid heat disbursement to your
home. We have incorporated all of these features as standard equipment, thereby offering the most
durable, efficient and affordable appliance as possible.
LOCATION AND INSTALLATION:
NOTE
:
Before beginning your installation, consult with proper local authorities regarding local
codes governing all such applications and installations.
DO NOT
connect your FC300 Wood Furnace to any flue that services
ANY
other appliance. Your
FC300 Wood Furnace must be placed on a non-combustible floor. If your FC300 is an add-on or
supplemental heat source, position it as close to the chimney as possible.
Recommendation:
We recommend the purchase of smoke detectors. Smoke detectors should be installed on all levels of
your home. Finally, we recommend installing a fire extinguisher within the furnace room or area.
FLUE TYPE AND RECOMMENDATION
:
Safety requirements demand that your FC300 be connected to
"Class A" All Fuel Chimney ONLY
.
By definition,
"Class A"
refers to either a flue lined masonry chimney or all fuel factory built chimney.
Although experts have expressed differing opinions as to which system is superior, we feel it is a matter of
what you find most suitable. Regardless of your choice of flue type, it must be a minimum of
6" diameter
with a minimum of 8 inches water column of draft for the
Model 300
. In order to create the most efficient
draft, the flue size should not exceed 12 inches. The stove pipe required to connect your furnace to the flue
should be a minimum of 24 gauge thickness.
NEVER USE GALVANIZED PIPE.
Horizontal run should
not exceed five feet and should have a minimum rise of two inches per foot.
No installation should have
more than two elbows and a 45° elbow is preferable to a 90° elbow.
As a safety precaution, all pipe
sections should be fastened together with a minimum of three sheet metal screws. For your convenience,
the male or crimped ends of the pipe should point toward the furnace to form drip-free connections, thereby
reducing the possibility of creosote leakage from the joints. Installing a heat reclaimer in the pipe is not
recommended because it reduces the stack temperature thus causing creosote formation.
Finally, we rec-
ommend installing a manually operated cast iron damper in the stove pipe, between the furnace and
the chimney flue.
The addition of the damper will greatly assist you in regulating your fire and achieving
optimum results.
Always install a tee with clean-out cap to the flue outlet on the back of the furnace.
This allows for easy clean-out of the flue.
