Vermont Castings Intrepid II Owner's manual

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The French language version of this manual is available online: www.vermontcastings.com

La version française de ce manuel est disponible en ligne: www.vermontcastings.com

SAFETY NOTICE

IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED,

OPERATED AND MAINTAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY

RESULT.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY

DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.

CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT

RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION

REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.

Installation & Operating Manual

Installation and Appliance Setup

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.

OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.

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Intrepid Cover

11/00

For use in the

United States and Canada

Intrepid

Wood Burning Stove

Model 1990

NOTICE: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Please read this entire manual before

installation and use of this wood-burning

room heater.

Failure to follow these instructions could

result in property damage, bodily injury

or even death.

• Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherammablevapors

and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Donotoverre-Ifanyexternalpartstartstoglow,you

areoverring.Closeaircontrols.Overringwillvoid

your warranty.

• Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles

asspecied.Failuretocomplymaycauseahousere.

WARNING

Testedandapprovedforusewithdry,seasonedcordwood

only. Do Not Burn Wet or Green Wood. Burning any other

type of fuel will void your warranty.

CAUTION

Installationandserviceofthisapplianceshouldbeperformedby

qualiedpersonnel.Hearth&HomeTechnologiesrecommends

HHTFactoryTrainedorNFIcertiedprofessionals.

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Welcome

CongratulationsonyourchoiceofaVermontCastingsIntrepidII.Withthispurchase,youmadeacommitmenttomakethe

hearthaplaceofwarmth,beautyandcomfortinyourhome.AtVermontCastings,wesharethatjoyandappreciationofthe

hearth,andweshowitinallourcastironstovesandreplaces.

Asyoubecomeacquaintedwithyournewstove,youwillndtheaestheticappealofcastironismatchedonlybyitssuperb

capacity to absorb and radiate heat.

Also,VermontCastingsproductsareamongthecleanestburningwoodstovesandreplacesavailabletoday.Asanowner

ofaVermontCastingsstove,youaremakingastrongstatementforpollution-freeenergy.Butcleanburningdependson

both the manufacturer and the operator. Please read this manual carefully to understand how to properly operate your stove.

AtVermontCastings,weareequallycommittedtoyoursatisfactionasacustomerandthatiswhywemaintainanexclusive

networkofthenestdealersintheindustry.Chosenfortheirexpertiseanddedicationtocustomerservice,ourdealersare

factory-trainedandknoweachVermontCastingsproductindetail.FeelfreetocontactyourAuthorizedVermontCastings

Dealer anytime you have a question about your stove or its performance.

WehavebuiltyourVermontCastingsIntrepidIIwiththeutmostcare.Withnormaluseandpropercare,itwillprovideyou

with many years of service.

This manual contains valuable instructions on the installation and operation of your Vermont Castings stove. You will also

ndusefulinformationonassemblyandmaintenanceprocedures.Weurgeyoutoreadthemanualthoroughlyandtokeep

it as a reference.

Sincerely,

Vermont Castings

Thismanualdescribestheinstallation,operation,andmaintenanceoftheVermontCastingsIntrepidIIModel1990catalytic-

equippedwoodburningheater.This heater meets the U.S. Environmental ProtectionAgency’semissionlimitsforwood

heaterssoldonorafterMay15,2015.Underspecictestconditionsthisheaterhasbeenshowntodeliverheatatrates

rangingfrom8,200to26,700Btu/hr.

TheIntrepidIIModel1990hasbeentestedandislistedbyCanadianStandardsAssociation(CSA).Theteststandardsare

ANSI/UL-1482-2011andANSI/UL-737fortheUnitedStates,andULCS627-00andCAN/CSA-B366.2forCanada.The

IntrepidIIislistedforburningwoodonly.Donotburnotherfuels.TheIntrepidIIisapprovedforuseinmanufactured(mobile)

homesonlyintheUnitedStates,andonlywheninstalledwithVermontCastingsMobileHomeKitNo.3248.

InstallationorserviceofthisWoodburningstoveshouldonlybecompletedbyaqualiedinstaller,preferablyNFIorWETT

(Canada)certied.

Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new stove. Failure to follow instructions may result in property

damage,bodilyinjury,orevendeath.

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AskyourVermontCastingsdealerhowtheseinstallation

accessoriescanenhancetheversatility,appearance,and

safetyofyourIntrepidStove.

0172 RearHeatShield

Chimney connector heat shields

Heavy-gaugeenamelpipetomatchthestove’scolor

Warming shelves:

0098 ClassicBlack 1380 Bordeaux

1373 BrownMajolica 1376 Biscuit

0136 Sparkscreenforopen-replaceuse

Proposition 65 Warning: Fuels used in gas, Wood

burning or oil fired appliances, and the products of

combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known to

theStateofCaliforniatocausecancer,birthdefectsand

other reproductive harm.

CaliforniaHealth&SafetyCodeSec.25249.6

Specications ............................................................ 4

Dimensions ................................................................5

Installation ..................................................................6

  OutsideAir ............................................................ 6

  MasonryChimneys ............................................... 7

  ChimneySize ........................................................ 7

Chimney Connector Guidlines .............................. 7

Single Wall chimney Connector ............................ 8

  FreestandingChimneyInstallations ...................... 8

  FireplaceChimneyInstallations ............................ 9

  FloorProtectionforFireplaceInstallations .......... 11

  ReducingClearances .......................................... 12

  AlcoveInstallations ............................................. 14

Clearances ............................................................... 15

Assembly..................................................................19

  StoveSet-Up ....................................................... 19

  SmokeandCODetectors ................................... 20

Safety Tips .......................................................... 20

Table of Contents

= Contains updated information

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Operation ..................................................................21

Stoves Controls ................................................... 21

  BuildingandMaintainingaWoodFire ................25

  AshDisposal ....................................................... 26

  DraftManagement .............................................. 26

Maintenance ............................................................. 29

  CareofCastIronSurface ................................... 29

Care of Porcelain Enamel Finish ........................ 29

  GlassCleaningandReplacement ...................... 29

Care of the Catalytic Combustion System .......... 30

The Chimney System .............................................. 33

Catalytic Combustor ............................................... 34

Service Parts List .................................................... 35

Warranty .................................................................. 40

WARNING

This product and the fuels used to operate this product

(wood),andtheproductsofcombustionofsuchfuels,can

expose you to chemicals including carbon black, which

isknowntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancer,and

carbonmonoxide,whichisknowtotheStateofCalifornia

to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For

moreinformationgoto:www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

California Safety Warning

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Specications

MODEL: IntrepidIIModel1990

LABORATORY: IntertekTestingServices

REPORT NO. J97011860-231

TYPE: SolidFuelTypeRoomHeaters/

SpaceHeatersforUsewithSolid

Fuel

STANDARD(s): UL1482-1996,ULC-S627-00

EPA Certication Number: 456

EPA Certied Emissions: 2.1g/hr

*LHV Tested Eciency: 87.0%

**HHV tested Eciency: 81.1%

***EPA BTU Output: 8,300-26,700

****Peak BTU/Hour Output: 37,300

Other Important Information

Vent Size: 6Inch(152mm)

Firebox Size: 3.1cu.ft.

Max. Wood Length: 17"Maximum

Ideal Wood Length: 16"

Fuel Seasoned Cordwood

(20%moisture)

*Weighted average LHV (Low Heating Value) eciency

using Douglas Fir dimensional lumber and data collected

during EPA emission test.

**Weighted average HHV (High Heating Value) eciency

using Douglas Fir dimensional lumber and data collected

during EPA emission test.

***A range of BTU outputs based on EPA Default Eciency

and the burn rates from the low and high EPA tests, using

Douglas Fir dimensional lumber.

****A peak BTU out of the appliance calculated using the

maximum rst hour burn rate from the High EPA Test and

the BTU content of cord wood (8600) times the eciency.

This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repair for

properoperation.Itisagainstfederalregulationstooperate

this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating

instructions in this manual.

Area Heated...................................600-1,800Squarefeet

Loading ............................................................ Front or Top

Chimney Connector: ......................................6"(152mm)

Flue Exit Position ...........................Reversible,toporrear

Primary Air ........Manuallyset,thermostaticallymaintained

Secondary Air ............................................Self-Regulating

Glass Panels ........................... High-TemperatureCeramic

Weight ......................................................223lbs.(101kg.)

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25-1/4"

(640 mm)

Top exit

flue collar

height

21-1/4"

(540 mm)

24"

(610 mm)

7-1/8"

(180 mm)

21-1/2"

(545 mm)

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specifications

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21-1/4"

(545 mm)

14"

(356 mm)

22-1/2"

(540 mm)

18"

(460 mm)

1-1/4"

(31 mm)

20-1/2"

(520 mm)

13-3/4"

(350mm)

Figure 1-IntrepidII1990dimensions.

Drawings not to Scale

Dimensions

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Installation

SAFETY NOTICE: IF YOUR STOVE IS NOT PROPERLY

INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. TO REDUCE

THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE

OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION

INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.

Beforeyoubeginaninstallation,reviewyourplanstoseethat:

• Your stove and chimney connector will be far enough

from combustible material to meet all clearance

requirements.

• Theoorprotectorislargeenoughandisconstructed

properly to meet all requirements.

• You have all necessary permits from local authorities.

Yourlocalbuildingocialisthenalauthorityforapproving

your installation as safe and determining that it meets local

and state codes.

Themetallabelpermanentlyattachedtothebackofevery

Vermont Castings stove indicates the stove has been

tested to current ULC standards, by Canadian Standards

Association (CSA).The test standards areANSI/UL-1482

andANSI/UL-737fortheUnitedStatesandULCS627and

CAN/CSA-B366.2 for Canada. Clearance and installation

information also is printed on the label. When the stove is

installed according to the information both on the label and

inthismanual,localauthoritiesinmostcaseswillacceptthe

label as evidence that the installation meets codes and can

be approved.

However,codesvaryindierentareas.Beforestartingthe

installation,reviewyourplanswiththelocalbuildingauthority.

You local dealer can provide any additional information

needed.

Foranyunresolvedinstallationissues,refertoCSACAN-B365

Installation Code for Solid Fuel BurningAppliances and

Equipment. These standards are the basis for many national

codes.Theyarenationallyrecognizedandareacceptedby

most local authorities. Your local dealer or your local building

ocialmayhaveacopyoftheseregulations.

IMPORTANT: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN A

DANGEROUS SITUATION, INCLUDING A CHIMNEY OR

HOUSE FIRE. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY,

AND DO NOT ALLOW MAKESHIFT COMPROMISES TO

ENDANGER PROPERTY AND PERSONAL SAFETY.

Outside Air:

Insomemodern,super-insulatedhomes,thereisnotenough

airforcombustionbecauseofinsucientairinltrationinto

thebuilding.Suchairentersahomethroughunsealedcracks

andopenings.Kitchen or bathexhaustfans can compete

with the stove for available air and compound the problem.

ST241

chimney types

12/13/99 djt

Aprefabricated

double-wall

insulated chimney

Atile-lined

masonry

chimney

Figure 2-Standardchimneytypes.

Items Needed for Installation (not supplied)

• Outside air adapter (available at your authorized

VermontCastingsdealer)

• Phillips head screw driver

• Silicone sealant

• 3”FlexorRigidDuct

• 3”OutsideAirTerminationCapwithScreen

• HoseClamps

• Drills and saws necessary for cutting holes through

thewallorooringinyourhome.

1. Usinga#2Phillipsscrewdriverattachtheexadapterto

theapplianceusing4screws.Figure5.13&5.14.

2. Floor&RearInstallation:Cuta3”(76mm)holeinoutside

walloroortoaccommodateoutsideairpiping.Use3”

(76mm) aluminum metal ex orrigid piping todirectly

connectoutsideairtoapplianceintake.Usethesupplied

termination cap with a rodent screen. Seal between the

wall(oroor)andthepipewithsiliconetopreventmoisture

penetration.

Whenpoordraftiscausedbyalowinltrationrate,openinga

groundoorwindowonthewindwardsideofthehouseand

in the vicinity of the stove will usually alleviate the problem.

Anothersolutionistoinstallapermanentoutsideairsupply

tothestoveand/orroom.Insomeareas,infact,bringingair

for combustion from outside the home directly to the air inlet

of the stove is required for new construction.

What Kind of Chimney to Use:

Your Intrepid II must be connected to a code-approved

masonry chimney with a ue liner, to a relined masonry

chimneythatmeetslocalcodes,ortoaprefabricatedmetal

chimneythat complies with the requirementsforTypeHT

chimneys in the Standard for Chimneys, Factory-Built,

ResidentialTypeandBuildingHeatingAppliance,UL103,

ortheHighTemperature(650°C)StandardULCS-629for

Canada.Whateverkindyouuse,thechimneyandchimney

connectormustbeingoodconditionandkeptclean.Figure

2 shows the two chimney types.

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Figure 3-The2’-3’-10’ChimneyRule.

2' Min.

Min.

0 To 10'

Min.

0 To 10'

AC617

RLTSKC8

2/11/98

ReferencePoint

Chimney Size:

AnIntrepidIIisapprovedforventingintoamasonrychimney

withamaximumuesizeof8"x8"(203x203mm),andinto

arounduesizeof6"(150mm).

It may not be vented into larger chimneys without a liner

to reduce the eective ue size to 6"(150 mm) diameter.

Larger chimneys must have their ues relined for proper

stove performance.

Accessoriestomaketheconnectionbetweenstainlesssteel

chimneylinersandyourIntrepidIIareavailablethroughyour

local dealer.

Chimney Connector Guidelines:

Chimney connector is the double-wall or single-wall pipe

that connects the stove to the chimney. The chimney is a

masonryor prefabricatedstructure thatencloses the ue.

Chimneyconnectorsareusedonlytomaketheconnection

from the stove to the chimney.

Double-wallchimneyconnectorsmustbetestedandlistedfor

usewithsolid-fuelburningappliances.Single-wallchimney

connectorsshouldbemadeof24gaugeorheaviersteel,and

shouldbe6"(150mm)indiameter.Donotusegalvanized

connector; it cannot withstand the high temperatures that

canbereachedbysmokeandgases,andmayreleasetoxic

fumes under high heat.

Ifpossible, donot pass thechimney connectorthrough a

combustiblewallorceiling.Ifpassagethroughacombustible

wall is unavoidable, refer to the section following on Wall

Pass-Throughs.Donotpassthechimneyconnectorthrough

anattic,acloset,oranysimilarconcealedspace.Thewhole

connectorshouldbeexposedandaccessibleforinspection

and cleaning.

Inhorizontalrunsofsingle-wallchimneyconnectorwithout

protectiveshields,maintainaclearanceofatleast26"(660

mm)fromtheceiling.Forinformationonreducedclearances

using shields on single-wall chimney connector or using

double-wallconnectors.

Keep the horizontal run of chimney connector as short

and direct as possible, with no more than two 90° turns.

Slopehorizontalrunsofconnectorupward1/4"perfoot(20

mmperm)goingfromthestovetowardthechimney.The

recommendedmaximumlengthofahorizontalrunis3’(914

mm).Therecommendedtotallengthofchimneyconnector

is8’(2.4m).

In cathedral ceiling installations, extend the prefabricated

chimneydowntowithin8’(2.4m)ofthestove.

SAFETY NOTE: ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES AND

PROTECTIVE EYE WEAR WHEN DRILLING, CUTTING

OR JOINING SECTIONS OF CHIMNEY CONNECTOR.

Masonry Chimneys:

Aninspectionofthechimneymustconrmthatithasalining.

Do not use an unlined chimney. The chimney should have no

cracks,loosemortar,othersignsofdeterioration,orblockage.

Repairanydefectsbeforeusingthechimneywithyourstove.

Sealanyunusedopeningsinanexistingmasonrychimney

with masonry to the thickness of the chimney wall, and

repairthechimneyliner.Openingssealedwithpieplatesor

wallpaperareahazard;sealthemwithmortarorrefractory

cement.Intheeventofachimneyre,amesandsmoke

may be forced out of these unused thimbles.

The chimney should be thoroughly cleaned before use.

A newly-built masonry chimney must conform to the

standardsofyourlocalbuildingcodeor,intheabsenceofa

localcode,toarecognizednationalcode.Masonrychimneys

mustbelined,eitherwithcode-approvedmasonryorpre-cast

refractory tiles, stainless steel pipe, or a code-approved,

“poured-in-place”liner.Thechimney’sclean-outdoormust

seal tightly.

Prefabricated Chimneys:

A prefabricated metal chimney must be one tested and

listedforusewithsolid-fuelburningappliancestotheHigh

Temperature(650°C)StandardULCS-629forCanada.

DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE

SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.

Ifyouuseanexistingmasonrychimney,itmustbeinspected

to ensure safe condition before the stove is installed. Your

localprofessionalchimneysweep,buildinginspector,orre

department ocial will be able to inspect the chimney or

provide a referral to someone who can.

Thechimneymustextendatleast3’(914mm)abovethe

highestpointwhereitpassesthrougharoof,andatleast2’

(610mm)higherthananyportionofabuildingwithin10’(3

m).(Figure3)

Forproperdraftandgoodperformance,anychimneyused

withanIntrepidIIshouldextendatleast16’(5m)abovethe

uecollarofthestove.

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Double-wall Chimney Connector:

ThelistingfortheIntrepidIIfortheU.S.andCanadaincludes

useofdouble-wallchimneyconnectorsthathavebeentested

and listed for use with solid-fuel burning appliances by a

recognizedtestinglaboratory.

Information on assembling and installing double-wall

connector is provided by the manufacturer of the double-

wall pipe. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions exactly

as you assemble the connector and attach it to the stove

and chimney. Using connectors and chimneys from the

same manufacturer makes the assembly and installation

straightforward.

NOTE: For installations using double-wall connectors,

minimum clearances must conform to the listed

clearances in the clearance chart.

Single-wall Chimney Connector:

•  Beginning at theue collarof the stove,assemble the

chimneyconnector.Inserttherstcrimpedendintothe

stove’suecollar,andkeepeachcrimpedendpointing

toward the stove. Using the holes in the ue collar as

guides, drill 1/8" (3 mm)

holes in the bottom of the

first section of chimney

connector and secure it to

theuecollarwiththree#10

x1/2"sheetmetalscrews.

•  Secureeachjointbetween

sections of chimney

connector, including

telescoping joints, with at

least three sheet metal

screws.Thepre-drilledholes

in the top of each section of

chimney connector serve as

guideswhenyoudrill1/8"(3

mm)holesinthebottomof

thenextsection.

•  Securethechimneyconnectortothechimney.Instructions

for various installations follow.

• Be sure the installed stove and chimney connector are

correct distances from nearby combustible material.

NOTE: Special slip pipes and thimble sleeves that form

telescopingjointsbetween sections ofchimneyconnector

are available to simplify installations. They often eliminate

the need to cut individual connector sections. Consult your

local dealer about these special pieces.

Securing the Single-wall Connector to a Prefabricated

Chimney:

Forprefabricatedchimneys,followtheinstallationinstructions

ofthechimneymakerexactlyasyouinstallthechimney.The

makerofthechimneywillsupplytheaccessoriestosupport

thechimney,eitherfromtheroofofthehouse,attheceilingof

theroomwherethestoveisinstalled,orfromanexteriorwall.

ST242

Chimney connector

12/13/99 djt

Figure 4 - The crimped

end of the connector points

toward stove.

ST243

thinble connection

12/13/99 djt

Thimble Sleeve

Chimney

Connector

Flue

Keep

sleeve

endush

withue

tile

Figure 5 -Thethimble,madeofeitherceramicormetal,mustbe

cemented securely in place.

Freestanding Chimney Installations:

Ifthechimneyconnectormustpassthroughacombustible

walltoreachthechimney, follow the recommendationsin

theWallPass-throughsectionthatfollows.

The opening through the chimney wall to the flue (the

“breach”)mustbelinedwitheitheraceramicormetalcylinder,

calledthe“thimble,”whichiscementedrmlyinplace.The

tmustbesnugandthejointbetweenthethimbleandthe

chimneywallmustbecemented.(Figure6)

Aspecialpiececalledthe“thimblesleeve,”slightlysmaller

indiameterthanstandardconnectorandmostthimbles,will

facilitate the removal of the chimney connector system for

inspection and cleaning. Thimble sleeves should be available

fromyourlocaldealer.(Figure5)

Toinstallathimblesleeve,slideitintothebreachuntilitis

ushwiththeinneruewall.Donotextenditintotheactual

uepassage,asthiscouldinterferewiththedraft.

Thethimblesleeveshouldprotrude1-2"(25-50mm)intothe

room.Use furnacecement and thin gasketing toseal the

sleeve in place in the thimble. Secure the chimney connector

to the outer end of the sleeve with sheet metal screws.

Withoutathimble,asuitablelengthofchimneyconnector

canbeextendedthroughthebreachtotheinnerfaceofthe

ueliner,andcementedsecurelyinplace.Additionalpieces

of connector are then attached with sheet metal screws.

Special adapters are available from your local dealer to

maketheconnectionbetweentheprefabricatedchimneyand

the chimney connector. The top of such adapters attaches

directlytothechimneyortothechimney’sceilingsupport

package,whilethebottomoftheadaptorisscrewedtothe

chimney connector.

Theseadaptersaredesignedsothetopendwilltoutside

theinnerwallofthechimney,andthebottomendwilltinside

therstsectionofchimneyconnector.Whenassembledin

thisway,anysootorcreosotefallingfromtheinnerwallsof

the chimney will stay inside the chimney connector.

Securing the Single-wall Connector to a Masonry Chimney:

For masonry chimneys, both freestanding and replace

chimneysmaybeusedforinstallationofyourIntrepidII.

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ST492a

Intrepid II

freestanding

installation

11/00

Chimney

Elbow

Slip Pipe

Standard

Chimney

Connector

Flue Collar

Flue

Liner

Thimble

Figure 6 - Chimney connection in a freestanding installation.

ST244

Plymouth

fplc over mantel

12/99

Chimney Connector

Shields

*CheckThese

Clearances

Mantel

Seal the

Damper

Figure 7-Chimneyconnectorenterschimneyabovethereplace.

Through a Fireplace:

Ifyourreplaceheightisatleast25"(635mm),youmay

installanIntrepidIIwithstandardlegsthroughthereplace

openingusinga“positiveconnection”kitavailablefromyour

localdealer.Thesepositiveconnectionkitsensureatightt

betweenthestoveuecollarandthechimneyue.(Figure8)

Fireplaceinstallations,whetherconnectedtotheueabove

or through the replace opening, have special clearance

requirementstoadjacenttrimandthemantel.

Floor protection requirements also apply to fireplace

installations.

Wall Pass-Throughs:

Wheneverpossible,designyourinstallationsotheconnector

does not pass through a combustible wall. If you are

consideringawallpass-throughinyourinstallation,check

withyourbuildinginspectorbeforeyoubegin.Also,check

with the chimney connector manufacturer for any specic

requirements.

Accessoriesareavailableforuseaswallpass-throughs.If

usingoneofthese,makesureithasbeentestedandlisted

foruseasawallpass-through.

Fireplace Chimney Installations

Above a Fireplace:

TheIntrepidIImaybeconnectedtoachimneyaboveareplace

openingalso.Insuchinstallations,thestoveispositionedon

thehearthinfrontofthereplaceandthechimneyconnector

risesfromthestovetopandthenanglesninetydegreesback

intothechimney.(Figure7)

Thechimneylinershouldextendtothepointatwhichthe

chimney connector enters the chimney.

If the chimney connector from your installation enters the

chimneyaboveareplace,followalltheguidelinesmentioned

aboveforfreestandinginstallations.Inaddition,givespecial

consideration to the following points:

• Checktheclearancebetweenthestoveandthechimney

connector,andanycombustibletrimorthemantel.Use

thenecessarycombinationofmantel,trim,andconnector

heat shields to achieve the required clearances.

• Check the clearance between the chimney connector

andtheceiling.Ifnoheatshieldsareused,theclearance

shouldbeatleast26"(660mm).Tondouthowmuch

this clearance may be reduced with heat shields

• Thereplacedampermustbesealedtopreventroomair

fromescapinguptheue.However,itmustbepossible

tore-openthedampertoinspectorcleanthechimney.

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ST245

fireplace

flex connector

12/99

FlexibleConnector

MantelShield

FireplaceAdapterKit

Figure 8 -Chimneyconnectorenterschimneythroughthereplace

opening.

ST493a

Brick pass thru

11/00

Wall Stud

Chimney

Connector

Floor

Protection

12"of

Noncombustible

Material

Figure 9-Anapprovedwallpass-throughfortheUnitedStates.

ST494

steel

wall pass thru

11/00

18"(460mm)clearance

all around the pipe

FlushMounted

SheetMetalCover

Figure 10-Anapprovedwallpass-throughforCanada.

NOTE: DonotventyourIntrepidIIintoafactory-built(zero-

clearance)replace.Theseappliancesandtheirchimneys

arespecicallydesignedasaunitforuseasreplaces.It

mayvoidthelistingorbehazardoustoadaptthemforany

other use.

DO NOT CONNECT AN INTREPID II TO ANY AIR

DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.

ThreeothermethodsarealsorecommendedbyNFPA:

• Using a section of double-wall chimney with a9" (230

mm)clearancetocombustibles.

• Placing a section of chimney connector inside a ventilated

thimble,whichinturnisseparatedfromcombustiblesby

6"(150mm)ofberglassinsulatingmaterial.

• Placingasectionofchimneyconnectorinsideasectionof9"

(230mm)diameter,solid-insulated,factory-builtchimney,

with2"(50mm)ofairspacebetweenthechimneysection

and combustibles.

In Canada, The Canadian Standards Association has

established installation guidelines. The following illustration

showsonemethod,inwhichallcombustiblematerialinthe

wall is cut away to provide the required

18"(460mm)clearance

fortheconnector.Theresultingspacemustremainempty.A

ush-mountedsheetmetalcovermaybeusedononeside

only.Ifcoversmustbeusedonbothsides,each cover must

bemountedonnoncombustiblespacersatleast1"(25mm)

clear of the wall.

Your local dealer or your local building inspector can provide

details for other approved methods of passing a chimney

connectorthroughacombustiblewallinyourarea.InCanada,

this type of installation must conform to CAN/CSA-B365,

Installation Code for Solid Fuel BurningAppliances and

Equipment.

In the United States,theNationalFireProtectionAssociation

(NFPA) has established guidelines for passing chimney

connectors through combustible walls. Many building

code inspectors follow these guidelines when approving

installations.

Figure 9 shows one NFPA-recommended method. All

combustible material in the wall is cut away from the

single-wallconnectortoprovidetherequired12"(305mm)

clearance.Anymaterialusedtocloseuptheopeningmust

be noncombustible.

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A 34" 38"(965mm)

B 40" 44"(1118mm)

C 10" 10"(254mm)

D 6" 8"(203mm)

E 16" 18"(457mm)

ST500

intrepid

floor protection

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Top Exit Rear Exit

Figure 11-Requiredoorprotectordimensions.

ST247

Rear exit floor dgrm

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Wood framing requires

protection from radiant heat

Figure 12 - Supporting timbers under fireplace hearth are

considered to be combustible.

Keepinmindthatmanyraisedhearthswillextendlessthan

the required clearance from the front of the heater when

it is installed. In such cases, sucient oor protection as

described above must be added in front of the hearth to

satisfy the minimum oor protector requirement from the

frontofthestove:18"(460mm)fromthefrontinCanada.

Fireplacehearthsmustalsooertherequiredprotectionof

8"(203mm)oneitherside.

Optional3"(76mm)shortlegsmaybeusedonlyonsuch

hearths that meet the width and depth requirements outlined

previouslyunder“oorprotection.”

Hearth rugs do not satisfy the requirements for floor

protection.

Fireplace installations also have special clearance

requirements to the side walls, side decorative trim, and

replacemantle.Refertotheinformationonreplaceand

mantel trim shields in this section.

In Canada,theoorprotectorrequiredunderthestovemust

extend18"(460mm)tothefront(labeled‘E’,Figure11),and

8"(203mm)fromthesidesandrear.(‘D’,Figure11)

TomeetCanadianrequirements,aoorprotectormustbeat

least38"(965mm)wideand44"(1118mm)deep.

Floorprotectionalsomustextendunderthechimneyconnector

and2"(51mm)toeitherside.(‘C’,Figure11)For6"(152mm)

connectorusedwiththeIntrepidII,theprotectormustbea

minimumof10"(254mm)wide,centeredundertheconnector.

Floor Protection for Fireplace Installations

Do not assume your fireplace hearth is completely

noncombustible.

Many fireplace hearths do not satisfy the “completely

noncombustible”requirementbecausethebrickorconcrete

infrontofthereplaceopeningissupportedbyheavywood

framingasinFigure12.Becauseheatpassesthroughbrick

orconcretereadily,itcaneasilypassthroughtothewood.

Asaresult,suchreplacehearthscanbearehazardand

areconsideredacombustibleoor.

Floor Protection:

Atremendousamountofheatradiatesfromthebottomplate

ofanIntrepidII,andtheoorbeneathrequirestwokindsof

special protection.

HeatprotectionisprovidedbyaBottomHeatShield,part

#0307.

Sparkandemberprotectionisprovidedbyaoorprotector,

which may be any noncombustible material.

Foranewhearth,werecommendanoncombustibleoor

protector such as 1/4" non-asbestos mineral board or its

equivalent,or24gaugesheetmetal.Ifcarpetingispresent,

itmustberemovedbeforeinstallationoftheoorprotector.

Theoorprotectormaybecoveredwithanoncombustible

decorative material if desired. When using brick, tile, or

stone,individualpiecesmustbemortaredsosparkscannot

fall through.

Most installations will require that the bottom heat

shield be attached. Only when the stove is placed on a

completely noncombustible surface, such as unpainted

concrete over earth, may it be used without the bottom

heat shield.

Evenwiththe bottom heatshieldinstalled, you mustalso

useaoorprotector.

In the United States,theoorprotectorrequiredunderthe

stovemustextendatleast16"fromthefrontofthestove-

notfromtheashlip-(Labeled‘E’inFigure11),andatleast

6"fromthesidesandrear(‘D’,Figure11).

TomeettherequirementintheUnitedStates,aoorprotector

mustbeatleast34"wideand40"deep.

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AirFlow

Stud Wall

Framing

Wall Shield

Noncombustible

spacers and

fasteners

Drywall

AirFlow

Shield

MetalSpacer

Figure 13 -Approvedwallshieldconstruction.

The shiny shield surface facing the heat source must be left

unpainted,enablingittoreectheatbacktowardsthestove

or connector and away from the wall.

Shieldsareneverusedondouble-wallconnectors.

Clearances may be reduced only by means approved by the

regulatoryauthority,andinaccordancewiththeclearances

listed in this manual.

NOTE: ALCOVE INSTALLATION OF THE INTREPID II IS

NOT PERMITTED IN CANADA.

Stove Heat Shields

TheIntrepidIIRearHeatShieldisonewaytoreducethe

clearance to the rear wall. The rear heat shield may be

installedoneitherrear-ortop-exitingstoves.However,since

the chimney connector also radiates heat toward the wall

intop-exitinginstallations,eithersingle-wallconnectorwith

connectorheatshields,orlistedandapproveddouble-wall

chimney connector should be used whenever the rear heat

shieldisusedontop-exitingstoves.

Clearance reductions with the rear heat shield apply only to

the wall to the rear in parallel installations. Neither the side

clearance requirement nor the clearance requirement in

corner installations may be reduced.

Wall Shields

Clearances may be reduced by using a wall shield constructed

of 24 gauge or heavier sheet metal, or of another non-

combustiblematerialsuchas1/2"(13mm)insulationboard

orcommonbrick“laidonat,”withthe3-1/2"(90mm)side

down.Figure13showssuchawallshield.

Keep the Stove and Connector a Safe Distance from

Surrounding Materials:

Both a stove and its chimney connector radiate heat in all

directions when operating, and dangerous overheating of

nearby combustible materials can occur if they are too close to

theheat.Asafeinstallationrequiresthatadequateclearance

be maintained between the hot stove and its connector and

nearby combustibles.

Clearance is the distance between either your stove

(measuredfromthebackedgeofthestove’stopplate)or

chimneyconnector,andnearbywalls,oors,theceiling,and

anyotherxedcombustiblesurface.Yourstovehasspecial

clearance requirements that have been established after

careful research and testing to UL and ULC standards. These

clearance requirements must be strictly observed.

Inaddition,furnishingsandothercombustiblematerialsmust

bekeptawayfromthestoveaswell.Ingeneral,adistanceof

48"(1220mm)mustbemaintainedbetweenthestoveand

movablecombustibleitemssuchasdryingclothes,furniture,

newspapers,rewood,etc.Keepingthoseclearanceareas

empty assures that nearby surfaces and objects will not

overheat.

Reducing Clearances:

Stove clearances may be reduced by using heat shields

attached to the stove. Chimney connector clearances may

bereducedbyusingheatshieldsonsingle-wallconnector,

orbyusingdouble-wallconnector.Clearancesmayalsobe

reducedbyusingwallshields.Allshieldingusedtoreduce

clearancesmustbelistedbyarecognizedtestinglaboratory

and approved by the local regulatory body.

Clearancerequirementsareestablishedformanydierent

installations.Ingeneral,thegreatestclearanceisrequired

when you are placing a stove and its connector with no heat

shields near a wall with no heat shield.

Forexample,whentheIntrepidIIisinstalledparalleltothe

rearwallandnoshieldingisused,itmustbe at least30"

(760mm)fromthewallbehinditandatleast24"(610mm)

from walls on either side.

IftheIntrepidIIisinstalledinacornerandnoshieldsare

used,thecornersofthestovemustbeatleast20"(510mm)

from nearby walls.

The least clearance is required when both the stove and its

connector,aswellasthewall,haveheatshields.

Whenshieldsareattachedtothestoveorchimneyconnector,

theyaremounted1"-2"(25-51mm)awayfromthestoveor

connectorsurfaceonnon-combustiblespacers.Airowing

betweenthestove(and/orchimneyconnector)andnearby

shieldscarriesawayheat.Donotblocktheairowbylling

this empty space with any insulating material.

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1/4" (6mm)

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trim shield

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Figure 14 -Acustom-formedmantelshield.

Fireplace Mantel and Trim Clearances

Measuredfromthetopandsidesofthestove

Unprotected Protected

A.Mantel 30"(762mm) 14"(356mm)

B. Top Trim 24"(610mm) 14"(356mm)

C. Side Trim 15"(381mm) 10"(254mm)

ST253

trim clearances

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Figure 15-Maintainclearancestocombustiblecomponentsofthe

mantelpiece.

Unprotectedtoptrim(B)protruding2"(50mm)orlessfrom

thefaceofthereplacemustbeaminimumof24"(610mm)

fromthestove’stopsurface.Withaventilatedtrimshield,this

clearancemaybereducedsafelyto14"(360mm).

Unprotectedsidetrim(C)thatprotrudes2"(50mm)orless

fromthefaceofareplacemusthaveaminimumclearance

of15"(380mm),measuredfromthestove’stopsideedge.

Withaventilatedtrimshield,theclearancemaybereduced

safelyto10"(254mm).Ifthetrimextendsmorethan2"(51

mm),wallclearancerequirementsapply.

Shieldsmustbespacedoutfromthecombustiblesurface1"

(25mm)onnoncombustiblespacers.Thespacersshouldnot

be directly behind the stove or chimney connector.

Airmustbeabletoowbetweenthewallandtheshield.At

least50%ofthebottom1"(25mm)oftheshieldshouldbe

openandtheshieldmustbeopenatthetop.(Figure13)

Thewallshieldforastovemustextend10"(254mm)above

thetopofthestove,oraheightof35"(890mm).Thewall

shieldforthechimneyconnectormustbe36"(914mm)wide,

centered behind the connector; for installations that use an

approvedprefabricatedchimneytopassthroughtheceiling,

thechimneyconnectorshieldusedwithsingle-wallconnector

muststop1"(25mm)belowtheceiling.

Chimney Connector Clearance Reductions

Chimney connector clearances may be reduced by using

heatshieldsonsingle-wallconnectororbyusingdouble-wall

connector.Oneofthesemethodsshouldbeusedwhenever

the rear heat shield is used in top-exit installations, or in

any other situation when it is necessary to protect nearby

combustibles from the heat of the chimney connector. The

ceilingabovehorizontalrunsofchimneyconnectormustbe

protectedaswelliftheclearanceisinadequate.Refertothe

Clearance Charts.

Intop-exitinginstallationsinwhichthesingle-wallconnector

extends to the ceiling and connects to a prefabricated

insulatedmetalchimney,theconnectorshieldmustextend

towithinaninchoftheceiling.Aceilingheatshieldmustbe

installedthatis22"(560mm)indiameterand,asexplained

above,thatextends1"(25mm)belowtheceiling.Theceiling

shield must be constructed of 24 gauge or heavier sheet

metal,mustbecenteredonthechimney,andmustmeetany

wall protector that is also a part of the installation.

For double-wall connector the tested and listed clearances

given in this manual must be used.

Fireplace and Mantel Trim Shields:

Areplaceinstallationrequiresspecialclearancebetween

thesideofthestoveandtherightandleftwalls,betweenthe

sideofthestoveandthedecorativesidetrimonthereplace

face,andbetweenthetopofthestoveandthemantel.

Noncombustible shields installed 1" (25 mm) away from

thecombustiblesurfaceonnoncombustiblespacers,called

ventilatedshields,maybeusedtoreduceclearances.(Figure

14)

ToprotectamantelfromtheheatofanIntrepidIIinareplace

installation,theventilatedmantelshieldmustbeatleast48"

(1220 mm) long, and it must be centered over the stove.

Ventilated shieldsforsidetrimmustextendthefulllength

of the trim.

Anunprotectedmantel(‘A’,Figure15)cannotbemorethan

9"(230mm)deepandmusthaveaminimumclearanceof

30"(760mm),measuredfromthestove’stopplate.Witha

ventilatedshield,thisclearancemay bereducedsafelyto

14"(360mm).

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36"

Max.

48" Min.

ST502

Intrepid

Alcove floor plan

11/10/00 djt

Use recommended

oorprotection

7/16"Durock®

(orequivalent)

spaced1"o

wood studs on

noncombustible

spacers

Figure 16 - Alcove oor plan. Sheetrock on front face butts to

Durock®(orequivalent)alcovelining.

ST503

Alcove side view

11/10/00 djt

Metal

Stud

Combustible

facing may

overlap metal

studsbyonly1"

1"airgaptop

andbottom,

on both sides

andbackwall

7/16"Durock®(or

equivalent)

Joist Shield

(Supplied

by Chimney

Manufacturer)

Figure 17-Alcovesidesection.

St504

Alcove cutaway

11/00

Figure 18-Cutawayperspectiveofalcoveinstallation.

24"

14-1/4"

48" Min.

11"

Min.

36"

Max.

ST505

Alcove Ceiling plan

11/00

ExistingCombustible

Framing

Metalstuds

support7/16"

Durock®(or

equivalent)

ceiling

Figure 19-Reectedceilingplan.

Figure 20 Front view: 65" minimum clearance form hearth to

combustibles on front face. Combustible facing may overlap metal

studs by only 1". It should not extend below the height of the

noncombustible ceiling.

65"

62" Min.

to Alcove

Ceiling

ST506

Alcove front view

11/00

Ceiling support

packageextends2"

belowDurock®(or

equivalent)ceiling

1"airgap,top,

bottom,onboth

sidesandbackwall

NOTE: From62"to

65"mustbecovered

by a noncombustible

material.

The charts and sample installations that follow list the

clearancesrequiredforthevariousinstallationcongurations

oftheIntrepidII.

Alcove Installations:

Because of their restricted air ow and heat retention

characteristics, specic construction requirements and

special clearances apply to installations into alcoves. No

stove or chimney connector heat shields are used in alcove

installations.

ALCOVE INSTALLATION OF THE INTREPID II IS NOT

PERMITTED IN CANADA.

Construction Requirements:

The following illustrations show noncombustible ceiling

framingandmaximumandminimumpermitteddimensions

for alcove construction.

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Clearances

*Clearanceswithdouble-wallconnectorsandprotectedsurfaceshavenotbeentestedfortheIntrepidII.

1. Shieldingforatopexitstovemustincludethestoverearheatshieldinserttoprotecttheareabehindtheuecollar.

2. Chimneyconnectorheatshields,inaninstallationthatgoesthroughacombustibleceiling,mustextendto1"(25mm)belowtheceiling

heatshield,whichis22"(559mm)indiameter.Theceilingheatshieldshouldbe24gaugeorheaviersheetmetal,centeredonthe

chimneyconnector,andmountedonnoncombustiblespacers.

3. Rearexit—horizontalfromuecollardirectlybackthroughwall.

4. Theceilingheatshieldrequiredwhenchimneyconnectorshieldsareusedshouldmeetthewallprotector.Thiswillrequiretrimming

the ceiling shield along the line of intersection with the wall protector.

5. Intopexitinstallations,thisclearancerequirestheuseoftherearheatshieldwiththeshieldinsertinstalled.

See the folloing pages for illustrations of these clearances.

Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces

Stove Clearances

Stove Installed

Parallel to Wall

Stove in

Corner

Stove Installed

Parallel to Wall

Stove in

Corner

Side Rear Corners Side Rear Corners

No stove heat shields

(A)24"

(610mm)

(B)30"

(762mm)

(C)20"

(508mm)

(D)12"

(305mm)

(E)16"

(406mm)

(F)10"

(254mm)

Topexit,rearstoveh.s.,single-

wall chimney connector with

connector heat shields

1,2

(G)24"

(610mm)

(H)16"

(406mm)

(I)12"

(305mm)

(J)12"

(305mm)

(K)9"

(229mm)

(L)10"

(254mm)

Rearexit,rearstoveh.s.,heat

shield

(M)24"

(610mm)

(N)14"

(356mm)

N/A

(P)12"

(305mm)

(Q)9"

(229mm)

N/A

Topexit,rearstoveh.s.,

double-wallchimney

connector

(G)24"

(610mm)

(H)16"

(406mm)

(I)12"

(305mm)

Chimney Connector Clearance

Single-wallchimneyconvector,

no connector heat shields

26"(660mm) 12"(305mm)

Single-wallchimneyconnector,

with connector heat shields

10"(254mm) 5"(127mm)

Double-wallconnector

12"(305mm) *

Front Clearance to Combustibles

AllInstallations 48"(1219mm)

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Clearances

Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces

Stove Installed

Parallel to Wall

Stove in Corner

Stove Installed

Parallel to Wall

Stove in Corner

ST507

Intrepid Clearance

Diagrams

11/00

TopExitInstallations,noheatshields

TopExitInstallations,rearheatshield,andchimneyconnectorheatshieldsordouble-wallconnector

RearExitInstallations,rearheatshields.

N/A

See the chart on the previous page for dimensions indicated by letter in the diagrams below.

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Wall Shield Requirements for Some Common Installations

ST508

Intrepid II

wall shield

11/00

Figure 21-Parallelinstallation,verticalchimneyconnector, two

wallshields.Reducedclearancesforbothrearandsidewalls.Wall

shields may meet at corner if desired. Shielding for connector is

centered behind connector.

A=36"(914mm)

B=30"(762mm)

C=1"(25mm)

D=35"(889mm)

E=44"(1118mm)

F=40"(1016mm)

ST509

Wall shield

11/00

A=36"(914mm)

B=13"(330mm)

C=35"(889mm)

D=1"(25mm)

E=40"(1016mm)

F=30"(762mm)

G=44"(1118mm)

Figure 22-Parallelinstallationswithrearwallpass-through,two

wallshields.Reducedclearancesforbothrearandsidewalls.Wall

shields may meet at corner if desired. Shielding for connector is

centeredbehindconnector.Wallpass-throughmustcomply with

codes.

ST510

Wall shield

11/00

A=1"(25mm)

B=34"(864mm)

C=48"(1219mm)

D=35"(889mm)

Figure 23- Corner installation, vertical chimney connector, with

rear,stove,connectorandwallshields.WallshieldsMUST meet

atcorner.Connectorheatshieldextends28"(710mm)aboveue

collar.A24"(610mm)diameterceilingheatshieldmustsurround

thechimneyandbesuspended1"(25mm)fromceiling.

ST508

Intrepid II

wall shield

11/00

A=36"(914mm)

B=30"(762mm)

C=1"(25mm)

D=35"(889mm)

E=44"(1118mm)

F=40"(1016mm)

Figure 24-Parallelinstallation,verticalchimneyconnector,with

stove, connector and wall shields. Maximum reduction for rear

andsidewalls.Wallshieldsmaymeetatcorner.Aheatshield24"

(610mm)indiametersuspended1"(25mm)belowtheceilingmust

surround the chimney.

ST509a

Wall shield

11/00

A=36"(914mm)

B=13"(330mm)

C=35"(889mm)

D=1"(25mm)

E=40"(1016mm)

F=30"(762mm)

G=44"(1118mm)

Figure 25-Parallelinstallationwithrearwallpass-through,with

stove,connectorandwallshields.Wallshieldsmaymeetatcorner.

Connectorheatshieldextends28"(710mm)aboveuecollar,or

below elbow, whichever is less. Wall pass-through must comply

with codes.

ST510

Wall shield

11/00

A=1"(25mm)

B=34"(864mm)

C=48"(1219mm)

D=35"(889mm)

Figure 26 - Corner installation, vertical chimney connector, two

wallshields.Reducedsideclearances.WallshieldsMUST meet

at corner.

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Distance from the Center of the Flue Collar to the Wall in Top-Exit Installations

Theinformationonthispageishelpfulinplanningstoveplacementfortop-exitinginstallations,particularlythoseinstallations

withchimneysthatpassthroughtheceiling.However,thisisnotaclearancechart.Finalstoveclearancesmustadhereto

the guidelines stated in the clearance charts located on the previous pages.

Intrepid II: WITH Stove and Chimney Connector Heat Shields

Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces

Parallel Installations

Corner

Installations**

Parallel Installations

Corner

Installations**

Side(A) Rear(B) Corner(C) Side(D) Rear(E) Corner(F)

34-3/4"(883mm) 15"(381mm) 18-3/4"(476mm) 22-3/4"(578mm) 8"(203mm) 16-3/4"(426mm)

**Tolocatecenterofuecollarforcornerinstallation,add7"(180mm)totheclearancedistanceformstovecornertowall.Markotheresulting

distancefromthecorneralongbothwalls.Next,measurethesamedistanceformthesetwopointsoutfromthewalls.Theselasttwomeasurements

willmeetatapointrepresentingthecenteroftheuecollar.Refertothediagramsabove.

ST511a

Intrepid

flue centerline

Diagrams

11/16/00

Intrepid II: WITHOUT Stove and Chimney Connector Heat Shields

Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces

Parallel Installations

Corner

Installations**

Parallel Installations

Corner

Installations**

Side(A) Rear(B) Corner(C) Side(D) Rear(E) Corner(F)

34-3/4"(883mm) 29"(737mm) 26-3/4"(680mm) 22-3/4"(578mm) 15"(381mm) 16-3/4"(426mm)

ST51

Intrepid

flue centerline

Diagrams

11/16/00

*Thisdistance,fromthecenteroftheuecollartothefrontedgeofthehearth,isthesameforallinstallationsonthispage:31"intheUnitedStates

and33"(840mm)inCanada.

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Assembly

10-3/4"

9-3/4"

ST512

Attach

bottom heat

shield

11/00

Figure 27-Attachbottomheatshield.

ST514

Bottom heat shield

& clips

11/00

DoorHandleHolder

BottomHeatShield

Bracket

Wing Bolt

Figure 28-Handleholderandheatshieldpositions.

ST515

reverse

flue collar

11/17/00 djt

Flue Collar Screws

Figure 29 - Reversingtheuecollar.

Reversing the Flue Collar:

Youcanreversetheuecollarbyremovingthetwoscrews

thatattachthecollartothebackofthestove.(Figure29)Be

surethegasketaroundtheuecollaropeningisinposition

whenyouscrewthecollarbackontothestove.

Clean the Griddle Before Use:

Atthefactorythegriddleiscoatedwithvegetableoiltoprevent

rustingwhilethestoveisintransitandstorage.Removethe

oil with a dry rag or paper towel before you use the stove.

Set Up the Stove:

Remove any loose parts from inside the stove. Place a

protectivepadontheoor,arrangesomesectionsof4x4

lumberonthe pad forsupport,and carefully tipthestove

ontothem,onitsback.

Removeand discard thefour 3/8" hexbolts and shipping

bracketsfromthestovebottom.Usethehandleholderand

a3/8"bolttoinstallthefrontrightleg.Positiontheholderso

the hole to accept the handle nub faces out from the right side

ofthestove.Usetheremaining3/8"boltsandwashersfrom

thebagtoinstalltheother(3)legs.Tightentheboltsrmly.

Install the Bottom Heat Shield:

A bottomheatshieldmustbeusedunless the stove is to

be situated on a completely noncombustible hearth, such

as unpainted concrete over earth. To install the bottom heat

shield,loosenthelegbolts,andslipthebottomheatshield

C-clipsontothebolts.Attachthebottomheatshieldtothe

C-clipswiththewingnuts,andtightenthelegbolts.Alignthe

shieldasshowninFigure27.

Storing the Handle:

Usetheremovablehandletoopenorclosethefrontdoors,or

tochangethepositionofthedamper.Afterusingit,removeit

soitwon’tgethot,andstoreitinthehandleholderinstalled

behindtherightfrontleg.(Figure28)

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ST516

Attach

griddle handle

11/17/00 djt

Figure 31-Attachingthegriddlehandle.

ST518

Intrepid II

controls

11/20/00 djt

AirControlLever

Griddle

Handle

DamperHandle

DoorHandle

DoorHandle

Holder

(BehindLeg)

AshPan

Andiron

Figure 32-TheIntrepidIIcontrols.

Figure 30-Attachthetemperatureprobe.

Removethefastener

andinstallthebracket.

Re-installthescrew.

Foldbracketstrapover

catalyst probe shaft and

screw with screw.

Remove the hole plug and

insert the catalyst probe

throughcastironback,twist

andpushthroughberpanel.

Smoke and CO Detectors:

The use of smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors

throughout the home is strongly advised, even if not

required by building codes or insurance regulations.

It is a good idea to install a smoke detector in the living

areas and each bedroom. Follow the smoke/CO detector

manufacturer's placement and installation instructions and

maintain regularly.

You may not, however, wish to install a detector in the

immediate vicinity of the stove. Depending on the sensitivity

oftheunit,thealarmcanbesetowhileyouaretending

thereoremptyingtheashes.Ifyouinstalladetectorinthe

sameroom,locateitasfarawayfromthestoveaspossible.

Safety Tips:

Convenientlylocatea"ClassA"reextinguishertocontend

with small res. Be sure the re extinguisher works and

is clearly visible.All occupants of the house shouldknow

whereitis,andhowitoperates.Haveheavystovegloves

availablenearthe stove. Havespecialsafetyaccessories

(e.g.,ChildGuardScreen)availableforuseifsmallchildren

will be in the home.

In the event of a stove pipe or chimney re….

• Evacuate the house immediately

• Notifytheredepartment

• If the re isn't too threatening, closing down the stove

tight,(damper,primaryair,alldoors)willhelptosmother

there.

• Inspect your stove, stove pipe and chimney for any

damage caused by the re and correct any damage

before using your stove again.

Attach the Griddle Handle:

Installthehandle on thegriddle.Place the griddleupside

downattheedgeofaatsurfaceandassemblethehandle

asshown.(Figure31)

Withthehandlepointing45°fromitsnalposition,tighten

thenutasfaraspossiblewithpliers.Movethehandletoits

nalpositionwhilestillholdingthenutwiththepliers.Take

carenottoovertighten,astabmaysnap.

Attach the Catalyst Temperature Probe:

Toinstallthecatalysttemperatureprobe,removethehole

plugfromthecastironwallandinserttheprobe.Referring

Figure30,removefastenerontherightsideof thestove.

Installthebracketandsecuretheprobetothebracketusing

the#10sheetmetalscrewsupplied.

Vermont Castings Intrepid II Owner's manual

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