Instruction manual
DEAR CUSTOMER: 
You have purchased what we feel is possibly the best wood burning heating system in North America today! 
You will find that your ARDENT ENERGY heater will operate much differently than the old fashioned fire boxes of the 
past, offering vastly reduced creosote deposits and an extended burn time. 
It is in your best interest to become familiar with your ARDENT ENERGY heating system. Study your Installation 
Manual carefully before attempting to install your heating system. Avoid discarding your Installation Manual, as it may 
be used for future reference. 
In the event you wish to add optional equipment to your unit at a later date, please inform your ARDENT ENERGY 
dealer. The serial number of your heater should be included with your order to assure prompt and accurate service. 
We congratulate you on your choice of the ARDENT ENERGY heating system and may your home fires keep burning! 
Yours truly, 
ARDENT ENERGY Inc 
J G (Hans) Duerichen P. Eng. 
President 
June 2001 (ver 3) 
TABLE OF CONTENTS 
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS   PAGE 3 
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS   PAGE 3 
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS   PAGE 4 
   Fuel  PAGE 4 
   The bypass damper   PAGE 4 
   Lighting   PAGE 4 
   Reloading   PAGE 4 
MAINTENANCE  PAGE 4 
   Ash removal   PAGE 4 
   Door   PAGE 4 
   Draft control   PAGE 5 
   Brick   PAGE 5 
   Exterior  PAGE 5 
   Hot water system   PAGE 5 
INSTALLATION   PAGE 5 
Location and clearances  PAGE 5 
   Installation procedure  PAGE 5 
   Connection to chimney  PAGE 5 
   Chimney  PAGE 6 
   Chimney termination  PAGE 6 
INSTALLATION OF OPTIONS PAGE 6 
   Wall thermostat kit  PAGE 6 
   Water heating system  PAGE 7 
   Air circulation blower PAGE 7 
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST  PAGE 7 
REPLACEMENT PARTS ILLUSTRATION  PAGE 8 
WARRANTY  PAGE 9 









