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Vermont Castings DutchWest 2460 User Manual

Vermont Castings DutchWest 2460
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Convection
Heater Model
2460, 2461,
2462
7001135 1/07 Rev. 19
Homeowners 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 fire may result.
For safety, follow all installation, operation and maintenance directions. Contact local
building officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your
area.
SAFETY NOTICE

Table of Contents

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Vermont Castings DutchWest 2460 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVermont Castings
ModelDutchWest 2460
CategoryHeater
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Notice

General Safety Precautions

Emphasizes following installation and maintenance directions for fire safety.

Specifications

Heater Dimensions and Output

Details physical dimensions, heat output, and EPA emissions ratings for models 2460, 2461, 2462.

Installation

Chimney Type Requirements

Specifies acceptable chimney types, including masonry and prefabricated, and their condition.

Chimney Installation Guidelines

Fireplace and Wall Pass-Throughs

Wall Pass-Through Methods

Describes approved methods for passing connectors through combustible walls with clearances.

Floor Protection

Freestanding and Fireplace Floor Protection

Details minimum dimensions and materials for noncombustible floor protectors for various installations.

Floor Protection and Clearances

Safe Ways to Reduce Clearances

Discusses methods for safely reducing stove clearances using heat shields and connectors.

Fireplace Installation Clearances

Clearances to Combustible Components

Provides minimum clearance distances between the stove and surrounding walls, trim, and mantel.

Clearance Charts

Stove and Chimney Connector Clearances

Presents detailed clearance requirements for different models, installations, and heat shield configurations.

Top-Exit Installation Clearances

Flue Collar to Wall Distances

Provides measurements from the flue collar centerline to walls for top-exit installations with rear heat shields.

Wall Heat Shield Dimensions

Heat Shield Placement Guidelines

Illustrates dimensions and placement for rear, side, and corner wall heat protection.

Assembly

Attaching Legs and Bottom Heat Shield

Step-by-step instructions for attaching the stove legs and the required bottom heat shield.

Operation

Heater Controls and Airflow

Explains the function of the primary and secondary air controls and their effect on the fire.

Building and Maintaining a Wood Fire

Maintenance

Chimney System Care

Catalytic Combustor Care

Combustor Inspection and Replacement

Catalytic Combustor Function and Issues

Draft Management

Warranty Information

Limited Warranties and Coverage

Outlines the terms and duration of limited warranties for different stove parts and catalyst.

Obtaining Service and Limitations

Details the process for claiming warranty service and lists exclusions and limitations.