Century FW3000-SD Spécifications

READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE Printed in Canada 45398A 16-01-2012 CENTURY E.P.A. WOOD STOVE MANUAL US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGE

9 Graphic 1 A- Minimum clearance required between the appliance and an unshielded combustible ceiling. B- 20 in. (500 mm) minimum; C- 1 in. (2

10 Graphic 2 A- 1 in.(25 mm) minimum; 1- Combustible wall; 2- Non-combustible spacers; 3- 0.024’’ (0.61mm) sheet metal. Graphic 3 A- 1 in. (25

11 Graphic 5 A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum; 1- Combustible wall; 2- Non-combustible spacers; 3- Brick. Graphique 6 A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum; 1- Co

12SECTION 2.0 CHIMNEY (FLUE SYSTEM) 2.1 DEFINITIONS For clarity, the following definitions should be used with respect to these instructions:  A

13codes. In Canada the CSA B365 and the CSA C22.1 installation codes are to be followed. In the USA the ANSI NFPA 70 and ANSI NFPA 211 installation

14 FIGURE 2.2 Minimum Height of the Chimney 2.2.1 Step by step installation of your factory-built chimney The way to install your chimney may va

15 A 90o elbow Typical installation through the wall FIGURE 2.2.1 (A) Typical installation through the wall

161- Start by positioning your stove where you would like it to go, taking into account the minimum clearances to combustible material. You will th

174- Then, from outside the building, slide a short chimney length (attached to the tee) through the wall thimble. The chimney must extend at least

18 6- You can start to add chimney sections. We recommend that you also use locking bands to secure all connections. You will need to secure the ch

1INTRODUCTION Stove Builder International, one of the most important wood stove and fireplace manufacturers in North America, congratulates you on y

199- You are now ready to connect your chimney to your stove. Simply install the inter-connecting stove pipe between the stove pipe adapter and the

20Typical installation through the ceiling FIGURE 2.2.1 (B) Typical Installation Through the Ceiling

211. Place your stove where you would like it located and use a plumb line to mark the ceiling directly above your stove flue. You will probably ha

224. Once the support is secure, you can begin to assemble the chimney by lowering the first section into the support. Make sure that the male coup

237. Once you have cut through your roof and framed the joists, it is time to work outdoors. Authorities require that the chimney extend not less t

249. You are now ready to connect your chimney to your stove. Simply install the inter-connecting stove pipe between the stove pipe adapter and the

252.2.2 Typical installation through an existing masonry chimney You can also install your stove using your existing masonry chimney. To do so, fol

26 FIGURE 2.2.2 (B) Factory Built Thimble

27 FIGURE 2.2.2 (C) Brick Thimble

282.3 CHIMNEY CONNECTOR Your chimney connector (commonly called stove pipe) and chimney must have the same diameter as the stove’s exhaust outlet. T

2TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1.0 INSTALLATION ... 41.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION...

29 FIGURE 2.3 (B) Minimum Slope  The assembly should be as short and direct as possible between the stove and chimney (See figure 2.4 (A)). The u

302.4 DRAFT Your E.P.A Drolet stove’s performance will be optimised if it is installed with a chimney (flue) system that provides an adequate draft.

312.5.1 Steps by step installation of a fresh air kit (OA10500) In order to prepare your stove for connection to a fresh air kit (only available wit

323- Pull the insulated flexible pipe from beneath the floor up to the 5” adapter. Secure the insulated flexible pipe to the 5” adapter with an adju

334- On the lower level, cut a 5 1/2" X 5 1/2" (140 mm X 140 mm) hole into the wall chosen to install the air intake. If there is a vapor

34B) Fresh air kit from the back of the unit. 1- Install the 5” adapter on fresh air box located under the firebox and secure it with screws.

353- Cut a 5 1/2” X 5 1/2” (140 mm X 140 mm) hole into the wall chosen to install the air intake. If there is a vapor barrier, attach the flaps arou

362.6 THE ADVANTAGE OF INSTALLING A BLOWER (FAN) A blower can be installed at the back of your E.P.A Century stove. This option is necessary if you

37SECTION 3.0 OPERATION Keep these instructions for future reference. WARNING:  ANY MODIFICATION OF THE APPLIANCE THAT HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED IN

38  Do not abuse the unit, either by over firing or by using wood or combustibles with salt content, or harmful chemicals. Misuse is not covered b

3SECTION 5.0 FEATURES ... 475.1 S244 ...

393.2 FUEL Fuel for the stove must not be stored closer than the required clearances to combustibles (heat sensitive materials). NEVER STORE WOOD IN

403.2.1 The use of manufactured logs There are numerous types of manufactured logs sold on the market. You must be very careful with this type of

413.4 LIGHTING A FIRE  Place enough crumpled balls of newspaper or other paper into the stove to cover the bottom of the firebox.  Place small

42 Increase air Decrease air Air control adjustment for model FW2470 3.5 MAINTAINING THE FIRE Once the wood has been consumed (or

43For the FW700 and the FW3000 model, we suggest that you operate it with the air control slightly open (approximately 10%) to achieve an optimum eff

44 SECTION 4.0 MAINTENANCE 4.1 CLEANING AND PAINTING YOUR STOVE Clean the stove frequently so that soot, ash, and creosote do not accumulate. Do n

454.3 GASKETING It is recommended that you change the door gasket (which makes your stove door air tight) once a year, in order to insure good contr

46  If bright embers are glowing above the ash dump cap during a low or medium fire, air may be leaking past the ash plug. If this is happening, a

47SECTION 5.0 FEATURES 5.1 S244 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface

485.2 FW2470 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface : 500 to 1300 sq.ft.

4SECTION 1.0 INSTALLATION When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the E.P.A Century wood stove is suitable for use as a free

495.3 FW2700 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface: 700 to 1700 sq. ft.

505.4 FW3000 Type of fuel Wood Test standard ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) and UL 1482 for residential. Recommended surface: 800 to 2000 sq. ft.

515.5 BRICK LAYOUT S244 BRICK LAYOUT ITEM # PIECE DESCRIPTION QTY 1 29010 4 1/2” X 9” BRICK 14 2 PL36164 4 1/2” X 9” BRICK (CUT) 2 3 PL36

52FW2470 BRICK LAYOUT ITEM # PIECE DESCRIPTION QTY 1 Pl36056 2” X 9” BRICK (CUT) 2 2 29010 4 1/2” X 9” BRICK 6 3 29015 4” X 9” BRICK 10

53FW2700 BRICK LAYOUT ITEM # PIECE DESCRIPTION QTY 1 29010 4 1/2” X 9” BRICK 12 2 29015 4” X 9” BRICK 4 3 PL36027 3” X 9” BRICK (CUT) 2 4 V

54FW3000 BRICK LAYOUT ITEM # PIECE DESCRIPTION QTY 1 21216 C-CAST BAFFLE 1 2 VP00018 3” X 5” BRICK (CUT) 1 3 29010 4 1/2” X 9” BRICK 12 4

55CENTURY HEATING LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable. This war

5CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES AND FLOOR PROTECTOR To install your appliance correctly, it is extremely important to respect all clearances to any combu

6 FIGURE 1.3 Clearances to combustible materials and floor protection

7Floor protector If the stove is to be installed on top of a combustible floor, it must be guarded by a non combustible material as shown on figure

8TYPE OF PROTECTION Reducing Clearances With Shielding Sides and Rear/Back Top Sheet metal, a minimum of 0,024" (0,61mm) spaced out at least 1&q