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R
Convection
Heater Model
2460, 2461,
2462
7001
135 2/12 Rev
. 29
Homeowner
’
s Installation and Operating Manual
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL: Retain for future use
If this heater is not properly installed, operated, and maintained, a house re may result.
For safety
, follow all installation, operation and maintenance directions. Contact local
building ofcials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your
area.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
2
Accessories
2
Specifications
3
Chimney Types
4
Masonry Chimneys
4
Installation
4
Guidelines for Installing the Chimney Connector
5
Single-Wall Connector
5
Chimney Size
5
Chimney Height
5
Double-Wall Connector
6
Assembling Single-Wall Chimney Connectoк
6
Securing the Connector to a Prefabricated Chimney
6
Securing the Connector to a Masonry Chimney
7
Freestanding Installations
7
Fireplace Installations - above the Fireplace
7
Fireplace Installations - through the Fireplace
8
Wall Pass-Throughs
8
Fireplace Installations
9
Floor Protection
9
Keep the Stove a Safe Distance from Surrounding Materials
10
Safe Ways to Reduce Clearances
10
Floor Protection for Fireplace Installations with Standard Legs
10
Fireplace Installation Clearances
11
Designing a Safe Installation
12
Clearance Chart Reference Diagrams
12
Stove and Chimney Connector Clearance Charts
13
Distance from Center of Flue Collar to Wall in Top-Exit Installations
14
Wall Heat Shield Dimensions
15
Attach the Legs and Bottom Heat Shield
16
Unpack the Parts
16
Assembly
16
Heater Controls and Features
17
Air Controls
17
Operation
17
Damper Function
18
Load Doors
18
Successful Wood Burning
18
Burn Only High-Quality Fuel
18
Use the Air Control Settings that Work Best for You
19
How to Build and Maintain a Wood Fire
20
Break-In Fires
20
Lighting the Fire
20
Loading Wood
20
Remove Ashes Frequently
21
Safe Ash Handling
21
Cleaning the Glass
22
Adjust the Door Latch
22
Care of the Cast Iron Surface
22
Maintenance
22
Repair Missing Cement in Seams
23
Avoid Damaging the Glass Door Panel
23
Damper Adjustment
23
Primary Air Control Adjustment
23
Cleaning the Chimney System
24
Inspect Regularly, Clean as Required
24
Maintenance Schedule
24
Annual Spring Cleaning
24
When to Suspect a Combustor Problem
25
Yearly Spring Cleaning
25
Care of the Catalytic Combustor
25
The Chimney Connector
25
Remove and Inspect the Combustor
26
Watch for Better Results
26
Catalytic Combustor
27
Blockage
27
Flame Impingement
27
Peeling
27
Pipe & Chimney Layout
28
Masonry Chimney/Steel Chimney
28
Flue Sizing
28
Draft Management
28
Single Venting
29
Fuel
29
Creosote
29
Backpuffing / Draft Testing / Negative Pressure
29
Parts View and List
30
Illustrated Parts List
30
How to Obtain Service
32
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DutchWest 2462 Specifications
General
Model
2462
Category
Heater
Type
Wood Stove
Fuel Type
Wood
Maximum Log Length
18 inches
Efficiency
75%
Firebox Material
Cast Iron
EPA Certified
Yes
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