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RAILROAD POTBELLY STOVE

Model PB65XL Owners Manual

(save this manual for future reference)

Vogelzang International Corporation

400 West 17th Street

Holland, Michigan 49423

www.vogelzang.com

Phone: 1-616-396-1911

Fax: 1-616-396-1971

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING

THIS STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUC-

TIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE,

BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.

THIS STOVE IS NOT A UL LISTED STOVE

NOTE: IT IS RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION

BE COMPLETED BY A QUALIFIED HEATING

EQUIPMENT INSTALLER!

DO NOT INSTALL IN A MOBILE HOME.

REFER TO MARKINGS ON STOVE LABELS FOR

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS STOVE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE/BUILDING FIRE MAY

RESULT. FOR YOUR SAFETY, CONTACT LOCAL OR MUNICIPAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS

ABOUT PERMITS, RESTRICTIONS, AND INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR AREA.

Summary of content (16 pages)

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RAILROAD POTBELLY STOVE Model PB65XL Owners Manual (save this manual for future reference) READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH. REFER TO MARKINGS ON STOVE LABELS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. THIS STOVE IS NOT A UL LISTED STOVE NOTE: IT IS RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION BE COMPLETED BY A QUALIFIED HEATING EQUIPMENT INSTALLER! DO NOT INSTALL IN A MOBILE HOME.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read All Instructions carefully. Read All Instructions carefully. 1. The installation of this stove must comply with your local building code rulings. Please observe the clearances to combustibles (see reference figures 2–4 ). Do not place fuel, furniture or any other objects within the clearance area. 2. Verify that the stove is properly installed before firing the stove for the first time.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued… 18. T h i s s t ove h a s a p a i n t e d s u r fa c e w h i c h is durable but it will not stand rough handling or abuse. When installing your stove, use care in handling. 19. Clean exterior with soap and warm water when stove is not hot. Do not use any acids or scouring soap, as these solvents wear and dull the finish. 20. CLEAN STOVE FREQUENTLY as soot, creosote and ash may accumulate. Empty ash pan frequently.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE: Vogelzang International Corp. grants no warranty, stated or implied, for the installation or maintenance of your wood stove and assumes no responsibility of any incidental or consequential damages. tools required materials required Safety Glasses Hearth Gloves Pencil 6 foot Folding Rule or Tape Measure Tin Snips Drill: Hand or Electric 1/8” dia.
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LOCATING STOVE DASHED LINE SHOWS HORIZONTAL CHIMNEY CONNECTOR AND ADDITIONAL FLOOR PROTECTION REQUIRED BACKWALL COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION ACCORDING TO NFPA 211 36" 18" FLOOR PROTECTOR 63" SIDEWALL COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION ACCORDING TO NFPA 211 18" 36" 18" 18" 54" Fig. 2 (TOP VIEW) Minimum Clearance Dimensions from Combustible Surfaces Proper clearances must be maintained for adequate air circulation. Adequate ventilation must be provided while operating this stove. 1.
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CONNECTOR PIPE INSTALLATION NOTE: CONNECTOR PIPE IS NOT INCLUDED. TO PURCHASE PIPE, VISIT YOUR LOCAL HARDWARE, HOME OR BUILDING CENTER. SEE “LOCATING STOVE” PAGE 4 FOR ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS. 1. The smooth end of the stovepipe fits over the cast iron flue collar at top rear of stove (fig. 5). a). Crimped end of pipe must be away from stove. b). Hand form lower end (fig. 6) of stove pipe to oval shape (fig. 7) and slide over flue outlet collar as shown in figure 5. c).
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CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS The stove must be connected to either a masonry or manufactured metal chimney built and tested to the specifications listed on the previous pages. Chimneys perform two functions: 1). As a means of exhausting smoke and flue gases which are the result of fuel combustion. 2). The chimney provides “draft” which allows oxygen to be continuously introduced into the appliance, so that proper combustion is possible. This stove relies on natural draft to operate.
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CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS continued … MANUFACTURED CHIMNEY R E F E R TO C H I M N E Y A N D C H I M N E Y CONNECTOR MAKER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION AND USE. thimble when passing through a combustible wall. Do not use makeshift compromises during installation. WARNING: DO NOT USE SINGLE WALL CONNECTOR PIPE AS A CHIMNEY - A HOUSE FIRE COULD RESULT. When using a pre-existing chimney, have it’s condition and installation inspected before using.
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CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS continued … endorsements from nationally recognized organizations for use as fireplaces, they have not been tested for connection to wood stove heaters. Connecting a stove to such a device will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Venting a stove directly into a fireplace does not meet code and should not be attempted. The stove warranty will be void with such an installation. Do not create a hazard in your home by connecting in this manner.
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CHIMNEY CONNECTOR SYSTEMS & CLEARANCES A. Brick Masonry Minimum 3.5˝/ 89mm thick brick masonry all framed into combustible wall with a minimum of 12˝/305mm brick separation from clay liner to combustibles. The fireclay liner shall run from outer surface of brick wall to, but not beyond, the inner surface of chimney flue liner and shall be firmly cemented in place. B. Insulated Sleeve Solid-insulated, listed factory-built chimney length of the same inside diameter as the chimney connector and having 1˝/25.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: HOUSE FIRE HAZARDS • GASSES EMITTED FROM FRESHLY ADDED COAL MUST BE BURNED OR THEY WILL ACCUMULATE AND EXPLODE. NEVER SMOTHER A FIRE WHEN ADDING FRESH COAL. • NEVER USE MANUFACTURED “COAL BRICKS” MADE OF COAL DUST AND WAXTYPE BINDER. • DO NOT STORE WOOD OR COAL ON FLOOR PROTECTOR, UNDERNEATH STOVEPIPE OR ANYWHERE WITHIN MINIMUM CLEARANCES FROM COMBUSTIBLE SURFACES SPECIFIED FOR THIS STOVE. (36”) • OVER FIRING MAY CAUSE A HOUSE FIRE.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS continued … 11. DO NOT TOUCH – SEVERE BURNS MAY RESULT! After firing DO NOT TOUCH STOVE until it has cooled. 12. This is a cast iron stove. It does NOT have welded seams. From time to time you may need to “refill and/or replace the stove cement/ mortar along the seams. 13. A d j u s t t h e d ra f t d a m p e r a n d s p i n d ra f t control. The more closed the spin draft is set, the lower and slower the fire will burn. The more open, the faster and hotter the fire will burn.
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MAINTENANCE & SERVICE HINTS 2. When burning wood, use hardwood rather than softwood. Burn only seasoned (<20% humidity by weight) wood. Do not mix green wood with seasoned wood. Wood that hisses, sizzles, and blackens prior to igniting should be considered too green. Green or wet wood rapidly builds up creosote and reduces heat output by up to 25%. 2. Avoid smothering the fire with too much fuel.
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PARTS LIST – PB65XL RAILROAD POTBELLY STOVE When ordering missing or replacement parts, always give the Model Number of the stove, Part Number, and Part Description. Use the illustrations and part lists provided to identify parts. Contact us at 616-396-1911 to order parts. Part No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Description Qty. Cook Lid....................................................... 1 Lid Lifter........................................................ 1 Collar Top....................
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FLOOR PROTECTOR MATERIAL CALCULATIONS This stove has been tested for and must be installed on a floor protector with the proper Thermal Resistance or R-value as stated in step 1 of the installation instructions under “Locating Stove” section of this manual. If the floor protector materials listed in the instructions are not available, materials with an equivalent R-value may be substituted.
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This Vogelzang heating appliance is safe when installed properly and will provide you with years of service. However, always exercise good judgement when you are using this stove. You are dealing with FIRE! Fire is inherently dangerous and must be treated with respect.