United States Stove Furnace 24AF User Manual

Wood & Coal Burning Furnace  
Owners Manual  
Models: 24AF, 24AG, 24AZ  
TESTED TO UL 391  
All installations must be made in accordance with local and state codes  
which may differ from this manual.  
UNITED STATES STOVE COMPANY  
227 Industrial Park Road  
P.O. Box 151  
South Pittsburg, TN 37380  
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Welcome...  
...to the world of solid fuel heating! Your new furnace has been designed and built  
with a high grade of materials and the strictest regard to quality.  
Before you start installing your new furnace, take the time to read these installation  
and operating instructions. We have prepared them for your benefit to save time and  
provide some helpful knowledge on wood and coal burning.  
Save the instructions for future use. It won't take long for you to realize the benefit of  
solid fuel heating, however, maintenance is the key to a long lasting relationship with  
your new furnace. These instructions can help you now as well as in the future.  
Note: This owners manual is provided for Forced Air add on furnaces. United States  
Stove Company is constantly developing and improving its product line, therefore, we  
reserve the right to change specifications without notice.  
Table Of Contents  
General Rules ..............................................................................................................................................................................4  
How It Works ...............................................................................................................................................................................5  
Parts List .................................................................................................................................................................................. 6-7  
Installation Instructions ........................................................................................................................................................ 8-11  
Assembly .............................................................................................................................................................................. 12-16  
Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................................17  
Wiring ................................................................................................................................................................................... 18-23  
Trouble Shooting .......................................................................................................................................................................24  
Notes .................................................................................................................................................................................... 25-26  
Warranty ....................................................................................................................................................................................27  
How To Order Repair Parts ......................................................................................................................................................28  
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General Rules  
Rules for the Safe Installation and Operation of Your  
Fu rn ace...  
In the event of a chimney fire call the fire depart-  
ment, then be sure the furnace doors are closed  
tightly and the power to the unit is turned off.  
Check local codes, the installation must comply with strict  
conformance in regard to clearances.  
The Furnace must be installed on a noncombustible floor.  
The furnace is designed to burn air dried wood and coal at  
a predetermined firing rate. Over firing could result in dam-  
age to the heat exchanger and cause dangerous opera-  
tion. Over firing occurs when the ash door is left open  
during operation or a highly volatile fuel, such as large  
amounts of small kindling, is used. Note: This action voids  
all warranty.  
Connect the furnace to tile lined inside masonry chimney or  
approved insulated all fuel prefabricated chimney only.  
Keep smoke pipe connection as short as possible, using a  
minimum 24 gauge pipe with a minimum 1/ 2" per foot rise  
from the flue collar to the chimney opening.  
Follow a regular service and maintenance schedule of the  
furnace and chimney for efficient and safe operation.  
Be sure there is a sufficient supply of combustion  
air to the area where the furnace is to be located.  
Do not leave the ash door open when the fire is burning.  
Do not let ashes build up closer than 2" to the grate.  
Do not over draft the furnace! It is designed to operate at  
.04 to .06 inches of water column and must be set with a  
draft gauge to maintain a steady draft.  
With new steel, there is a small amount of oil or dirt on the  
metal. You may smell an odor. This is normal during the  
first operation. You should assemble the furnace out of  
doors and build a small fire in it to "burn off" this dirt and  
oil before installing the unit.  
Do not use flammable liquids for starting a fire.  
Do not store fuel or combustibles near the furnace. Some  
areas of the furnace are hot and could cause an explosion  
and possible bodily or property damage.  
During the first few fires, heat may slightly warp  
the front and back panels. This is normal and will  
not hamper your unit's operation.  
Store all ashes in a metal container with a tight sealing lid  
and allow ashes to cool before disposing of them, possibly  
a week.  
Familiarize yourself with the furnace's solid fuel burning  
characteristics before leaving unit unattended for long pe-  
riods of time.  
DONOTCONNECTTHISUNITTOACHIMNEYFLUESERV-  
INGANOTHERAPPLIANCE.  
BURN WOOD ORCOALONLYIN MODEL24AF. DO NOT  
MIXOTHERTHANTHEUSEOFWOODTOSTARTACOAL  
FIRE.  
The loading door and ash door must be tightly closed dur-  
ing furnace operation to insure safety and efficiency.  
CAUTION-  
DANGER - Risk of Fire or Explosion: Do not burn gar-  
bage, gasoline, drain oil or other flammable liquids.  
The furnace has hot surfaces. Keep Children Away.  
Do not touch during operation.  
WARNING - Risk of Fire:  
Do not operate with flue draft exceeding 6 inches  
water column.  
Do not operate with fuel loading or ash removal  
doors open.  
D o n ot store fu el or oth er com b u stib le m aterial  
within marked installation clearances.  
Inspect and clean flues and chimney regularly.  
This Furnace Must Be Installed By A Qualified Installer.  
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How...  
How Your New Furnace Works  
Unlike conventional heating (gas, oil, electric), wood or coal  
heating requires more user attention. Your furnace, with  
its automatic combustion air blower, alleviates the constant  
need for adjusting the burning rate common to other units  
on the market. The fire, however, must be started and  
subsequent fuel added by the user.  
WARNING  
Note: Improper firing. Wood or coal over firing oc-  
curs when the ash door is left open during operation  
or a highly volatile fuel is used. Coal that exceeds the  
fire brick line will cause overfiring...this type of op-  
eration will immediately void any warranty.  
Conventional heating system produce heat only when the  
thermostat calls for heat. This way of heating is inefficient  
and often leaves part of the home either too hot or too  
cold. Your furnace is designed to deliver heat as long as  
there is a fire in it. The fire intensity is regulated by the  
room thermostat, high or low, the fire continues to pro-  
duce heat. This heat is continuously distributed throughout  
the home by a distribution blower. This constant supply of  
heat is uniform and prevents drafts.  
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Parts  
FOR MODEL(S): 24AF  
21  
25  
23  
24  
36  
28  
38  
2
3
18  
17  
4
8
26  
22  
39  
20  
19  
37  
6
7
27  
5
12  
15  
9
10  
11  
1
34  
27  
14  
13  
16  
31  
29  
26  
33  
30  
32  
35  
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Parts  
FIREBOXWELDMENT  
WATERCOILCOVERGASKET  
INSIDECOVERPLATE  
12 x 3/ 4" TEKS SCREW  
1/ 4-20 x 3/ 4" HX SCREW  
FEEDDOOR  
KEY  
1
PART #  
69072  
C97999  
24220  
C23799  
83236  
25085  
88033  
C21390  
24482  
88075  
C21390  
69077  
83379  
83261  
24485  
88033  
24486  
C21390  
83379  
83261  
24382  
83471  
83423  
69068  
24501  
83445  
83261  
23787  
89799  
24528  
83874  
69080  
69097  
80129  
89574  
89849  
69082  
69069  
40369  
40349  
40366  
24496  
24487  
89066  
24488  
24489  
24490  
C60456  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
1
3
1
N/S  
N/S  
4
3
4
1
N/S  
N/S  
5
3/ 8"ROPEGASKET(FEEDDOOR)  
7/ 32x1ROLLPIN (FEED DOOR)  
PRESSUREFLAP  
4.25 FT.  
2
1
N/S  
N/S  
6
3/ 4FLATROPEGASKET  
7/ 32 x 1 ROLL PIN (PRESSURE FLAP)  
FEEDDOORHANDLEASSY.  
1/ 4-20 x 1 BOLT  
1 FT.  
2
1
7
1
8
1/ 4-20LOCKNUT  
1
9
ASHDOOR  
1
N/S  
10  
N/S  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
N/S  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
3/ 8ROPEGASKET  
2.29 FT.  
ASHDOORHANDLE  
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
10  
1
1
1
1
7/ 32x1ROLLPIN (ASH DOOR)  
1/ 4-20 x 1 BOLT  
1/ 4-20LOCKNUT  
SPINDAMPER  
5/ 16-18 x 1-3/ 4" CARR. BOLT  
5/ 16-18HEXLOCKNUT  
ASH DRAWERASSY.  
SMOKECURTAIN  
1/ 4-20 x 1-1/ 4" BOLT  
1/ 4-20LOCKNUT  
SMOKEDOORCLIP  
STUBCOLLAR  
DAMPERROD  
1/ 8 DIA. x 1-1/ 2" COTTER PIN  
CONTROLCENTER  
FORCEDDRAFTBLOWERASSY.  
THERMOSTAT  
SPRINGHANDLE(DAMPERROD,SHAKER)  
HOOKSPRINGHANDLE(FEED,ASHDOOR)  
JUNCTION BOXASSY.  
SHAKERGRATEHANDLE  
SHAKERGRATEFRAME  
SHAKERGRATE  
FIREBOXLINER  
FRONTHEATPLATE  
FURNACEHEATPLATE  
FIREBRICK  
CABINETTOP  
CABINETRIGHTSIDE  
CABINETLEFTSIDE  
1050CFMDISTRIBUTION BLOWER  
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Parts  
FOR MODEL(S): 24AG, 24AZ  
21  
25  
44  
42  
43  
23  
24  
36  
28  
38  
2
3
39 17 18  
41  
22  
4
8
26  
45  
20  
19  
37  
6
7
40  
27  
5
12  
15  
9
10  
11  
1
34  
27  
14  
13  
16  
31  
29  
26  
33  
30  
32  
35  
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Parts  
KEY  
1
2
PART #  
69315  
C97999  
24220  
C23799  
83236  
25085  
88033  
C21390  
24482  
88075  
C21390  
69326B  
83379  
83261  
24485  
88033  
25047B  
C21390  
83379  
83261  
24382  
83471  
83423  
69068  
2 4 5 0 1  
83445  
83261  
23787  
89799  
24528  
83874  
69321G  
69323  
69097  
8 0 1 2 9  
89574  
89849  
69082  
6 9 0 6 9  
40369  
4 0 3 4 9  
40366  
24496  
2 4 4 8 7  
89066  
25014G  
25015  
25016G  
25017  
25018G  
25019  
25025B  
25020G  
25021  
891049  
891048  
25022G  
25023  
69318B  
69319B  
851405  
25024B  
89943  
C60456  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
1
1
3
4
1
FIREBOXWELDMENT  
WATERCOILCOVERGASKET  
INSIDECOVERPLATE  
12 x 3/ 4" TEKS SCREW  
1/ 4-20 x 3/ 4" HX SCREW  
FEED DOOR  
3/ 8" ROPE GASKET (FEED DOOR)  
7/ 32 x 1 ROLL PIN (FEED DOOR)  
PRESSURE FLAP  
3/ 4FLATROPEGASKET  
7/ 32 x 1 ROLL PIN (PRESSURE FLAP)  
FEEDDOORHANDLEASSY.  
1/ 4-20 x 1 BOLT  
1/ 4-20 LOCK NUT  
ASH DOOR  
3/ 8 ROPE GASKET  
ASHDOORHANDLE  
7/ 32 x 1 ROLL PIN (ASH DOOR)  
1/ 4-20 x 1 BOLT  
1/ 4-20 LOCK NUT  
3
N/S  
N/S  
4
N/S  
N/S  
5
N/S  
N/S  
6
4.25 FT.  
2
1
1 FT.  
2
1
1
1
1
7
8
9
N/S  
10  
N/S  
11  
1 2  
1 3  
14  
1 5  
1 6  
1 7  
18  
1 9  
2 0  
2 1  
2 2  
N/S  
23  
* *  
2 4  
2 5  
2 6  
2 7  
2 8  
2 9  
3 0  
3 1  
3 2  
3 3  
3 4  
3 5  
36  
* *  
37  
* *  
38  
* *  
39  
40  
* *  
41  
N/S  
42  
* *  
N/S  
N/S  
N/S  
43  
4 4  
45  
2.29 FT.  
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
1 0  
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
SPIN DAMPER  
5/ 16-18 x 1-3/ 4" CARR. BOLT  
5/ 16-18 HEX LOCK NUT  
ASH DRAWERASSY.  
SMOKECURTAIN  
1/ 4-20 x 1-1/ 4" BOLT  
1/ 4-20 LOCK NUT  
SMOKEDOORCLIP  
STUBCOLLAR  
DAMPERROD  
1/ 8 DIA. x 1-1/ 2" COTTER PIN  
CONTROLCENTER  
CONTROLCENTER(STAINLESSSTEEL)  
FORCED DRAFT BLOWER ASSY.  
THERMOSTAT  
SPRINGHANDLE(DAMPERROD, SHAKER)  
HOOKSPRINGHANDLE(FEED, ASH DOOR)  
JUNCTION BOX ASSY.  
SHAKERGRATEHANDLE  
SHAKERGRATEFRAME  
SHAKERGRATE  
FIREBOX LINER  
FRONTHEATPLATE  
FURNACEHEATPLATE  
FIREBRICK  
CABINETTOP  
CABINET TOP (STAINLESS STEEL)  
CABINETRIGHTSIDE  
CABINET RIGHT SIDE (STAINLESS STEEL)  
CABINET LEFT SIDE  
CABINET LEFT SIDE (STAINLESS STEEL)  
SIDE FILLER  
BOTTOMFRONT  
BOTTOM FRONT(STAINLESSSTEEL)  
CATCH  
BALLSTRIKE  
CABINETDOOR  
CABINET DOOR (STAINLESS STEEL)  
TOPCABINETDOORHINGE  
TOPCABINETDOORHINGE  
ASHLEYSCRIPTLOGO  
LINER, CABINETDOOR  
DOORKNOB  
1050 CFM DISTRIBUTION BLOWER  
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Installation  
Furnace location  
Chimney location is also critical. The furnace must be  
Before you start!  
placed as close as possible to the chimney. You want the  
chimney connector (smoke pipe) to have a minimum of  
elbows, two (2) or less. Also, the chimney connector should  
not have to run more than six (6) feet to the chimney.  
It is very important you check with your dealer, local fire  
department, or building inspector. They will be able to in-  
form you of any state or local codes pertaining to the loca-  
tion and installation of your furnace.  
CAUTION: The warm-air supply outlet of the Fur-  
n ace sh ou ld n ot b e con n ected to th e cold -air re-  
turn inlet of the central furnace because a possibil-  
ity exists of components of the central furnace over-  
heating and causing the central furnace to operate  
other than as intended.  
The ideal location for your furnace is centrally located in  
the basement. This allows for an even heat distribution by  
having all the duct work approximately the same length.  
Ideal locations cannot always be used for one reason or  
another, therefore, let's look at some alternatives.  
If your home does not have a basement, but a utility room  
or garage, make sure there is enough space to maintain  
the required clearances stated on the label located on the  
furnace. Also, read about combustion air.  
After installation, be sure the measured external static pres-  
sure of the central and Furnace is not greater than those  
marked on the nameplates.  
INSTALLATION #1  
INSTALLATION #2  
With this installation, a back draft damper (optional) is in-  
serted into the heat run before the plenum of the existing  
furnace to prevent air from the existing furnace to blow  
back into the furnace when it is not in use. When a back  
damper is employed, it should be located as close to the  
existing furnace plenum as practical.  
Extending the hot air duct from the furnace into the exist-  
ing plenum will help direct the flow of air from the furnace  
as well as the flow in the existing furnace. Ducting enter-  
ing the existing plenum at an angle (approximately 45 de-  
grees) will facilitate air flow from the furnace while divert-  
ing air from the existing furnace.  
(Optional)  
Back Draft  
Damper  
Existing  
Existing  
Furnace  
Furnace  
Furnace  
Furnace  
INSTALLATION #3  
The baffle on this system should be made the full width of  
the furnace plenum in order to properly direct the air into  
the distribution ducts.  
Baffle  
Existing  
Furnace  
Furnace  
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Your furnace is designed to be added on to existing duct  
work and operate either with or without another heat source  
such as a gas furnace. The following diagrams illustrate  
acceptable ways of ducting your furnace.  
Clearance to Combustibles  
Furnace to back wall  
Furnace to side wall  
Pipe to back wall  
Pipe to side wall  
30"  
12"  
Clearance to Combustible Materials  
18"  
Your Furnace has been tested to determine the SAFE clear-  
ances to combustible material. The clearances are printed  
on the label located on the back of the furnace. The chart  
on this page also states these minimum clearances. Make  
sure you follow these when choosing your furnace loca-  
tion.  
18"  
Furnace to ceiling  
Ductwork to ceiling  
30"  
18-6-1"  
Any hot air plenum connection to a furnace must be con-  
structed of metal.  
NOTE: INSTALLONLYONANON-COMBUSTIBLEFLOOR.  
18"  
6"  
18"  
3'  
1"  
3'  
PLENUM  
18"  
30"  
18"  
12"  
EXISTING  
FURNACE  
SOLID FUEL  
FURNACE  
6"  
12"  
EXISTING  
FURNACE  
To connect a Solid Fuel Furnace to a chimney flue  
pipe serving another appliance, it's suggested you check  
local building codes.  
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FLUE RECOMMENDATIONS  
The termination cap should be  
designed to inhibit downdrafting  
without restricting the exhaust  
discharge.  
Chimney experts have determined that  
the flue termination should be at least 2'  
above the highest portion of the roof that  
is within a 10' radius.  
The flue termination should be at  
least 3' above the roof line.  
CAUTION!  
Only a "Class A", all-fuel chimney in-  
tended for use with solid fuel should be  
used.  
"Class A" chimneys are those made from  
tile-lined masonry (brick or block) or an  
independent laboratory approved all-  
fuel factory-built chimney.  
WHAT SIZE CHIMNEY SHOULD BE  
USED?  
The Chimney size to use is either six (6)  
or (8) inch round or an 8 x 8" square. If  
you use a rectangular chimney, the mini-  
mum area it may be is 39 square inches.  
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CHIMNEY INSTALLATION  
FACTORY-BUILTORMETALCHIMNEYS  
With the chimney being the most important part to your If your home has an existing metal chimney, the same rules  
installation, great care should be given to its design.  
apply as with masonry chimneys. One thing to be espe-  
cially aware of is that "Class B" chimneys are for gas appli-  
ances only, not solid fuel burners. If purchasing a new  
package, consult with the dealer. He will provide the nec-  
essary parts and instructions for installation.  
MASONRY CHIMNEYS  
If your intention is to use an existing masonry chimney,  
check first with your local building official to see if this is  
acceptable.  
INSTALLING A NEW CHIMNEY  
An older chimney, in need of repair, is the GREATEST When installing a new chimney, whether it be masonry or  
fire hazard in any installation.  
metal, if possible, it is recommended that it is placed within  
the house structure. These chimneys remain warmer and,  
in turn, radiate this warmth into the house. A chimney  
located outside the house is exposed to cold temperatures  
which encourages creosote build-up and poor chimney draft.  
STOVE PIPE (FLUE PIPE) CONNECTION  
The flue pipe you should use is 6" or 8" 24 gauge or heavier  
steel pipe.  
CONNECTING STOVE PIPE TO A  
METAL CHIMNEY  
When installing the flue pipe, make sure all joints are se-  
cured with at least three (3) sheet metal screws. This  
includes the connection to the flue collar of the furnace.  
For added protection, use some high temperature furnace  
cement to seal each joint.  
When using a metal chimney, part of the installation pack-  
age should include a stove pipe connector. Follow the in-  
structions provided with the chimney and its parts.  
CHIMNEY DRAFT REGULATORS  
(OPTIONAL) BAROMETRIC DAMPER  
These devices are used to help maintain adequate chimney  
draft automatically. They should be installed according to  
their instructions and set at .04 to .06 inches of water  
column.  
The stove pipe should slope upward to the chimney at a  
rate of 1/ 2 inch per foot. Any horizontal runs of stove pipe  
should not exceed six (6) feet and it should be supported  
every four (4) feet. Note: Flue pipe should be attached  
inside the flue pipe collar to prevent creosote from running  
down onto electrical motors.  
MANUAL DAMPER  
(RECOMMENDED FOR ADDED SAFETY)  
These are used to control chimney draft manually and should  
be installed in a convenient place between furnace and  
chimney. In the event of a chimney fire, it should be closed  
reducing air to the chimney fire.  
CONNECTION OF FLUE PIPE TO  
A MASONRY CHIMNEY  
When connecting flue pipe to a masonry chimney, there  
are two ways to go:  
1. The flue pipe itself can be cemented into the chim  
ney or;  
A combination of both barometric damper and manual  
damper may be used. If this is the case, install the manual  
damper between the barometric damper and the chimney.  
2. A thimble can be used which is cemented into the  
chimney, and the flue pipe fits into the thimble.  
VENTILATIONFORYOURFURNACE  
In each case, care must be taken. The outer masonry  
(brick or block) must be chipped away, and the inner liner  
must be pierced. The flue pipe or thimble is then inserted  
flush to the inside face of the tile liner. NOT ANY FURTHER!  
There are many appliances which require "make up" air to  
operate. However, with a combustion air draft fan, "make-  
up" air is not usually necessary with your wood furnace.  
If your home is sealed exceptionally well, use a 3" or 4"  
diameter duct vented to the outside and terminating in the  
vicinity of the combustion air draft fan. Also, it is possible  
for your fans to draw in furnace smoke if there is only dead  
air in the area. Note: It's highly recommended that a cold  
air return system be utilized. Simply attach a 14" round to  
a filter box adapter and attach to cold air return. Also, a  
Use furnace cement or mortar to seal this connection. When  
connecting the flue pipe, make sure the attachment is se-  
cure enough so down draft or "puffs" do not dislodge it.  
cold air return increases motor life.  
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NOTE: Your furnace may come partially pre-assembled, but in the case that it is not, follow the instruc-  
tions below.  
Prior to assembling, place the unit in the general vicinity of the installation. This should help minimize handling damage  
to the unit after assembly. Note: If your basement can't handle a height of 7' 8" you must lay the furnace on two, 2 x 4's  
to slide shrouds onto weldment. Then stand furnace up.  
3. Attach the draft fan to the back of the weld on the  
throat (2" throat hole with 3 mounting holes). It's best  
1. Unit side shrouds can be assemble by slipping the side  
to use the self tapping screws without the draft fan to  
shrouds into place from the top down. If they don't  
establish threads then mount blower. The electrical  
slide easily, open up the lip of the sides with a large  
box on the blower should be facing downward. Draft  
screw driver then add a little oil. Sometimes a slight  
fan air intake cover should be set at a 20% opening,  
tapping with a block of wood and hammer may be re-  
about 1/ 2" opening.  
quired, but do not force. When properly installed, the  
electrical knock-outs will be at the top left side. NOTE:  
Should you wish to install a domestic hot water coil, it  
should be secured to the right side prior to assembly.  
Also, the rear cast iron baffle must be fastened prior to  
shroud installation.  
DRAFTFAN  
NOTE: The furnace is partially prewired all that is re-  
quired is the wiring of the distribution fan (see wiring  
diagram, page 18) and the wiring to wall the thermo-  
stat.  
REAR OF FURNACE  
DISTRIBUTION FAN  
4. After mounting the two (2) fans proceed to the fan  
control center.  
DISTRIBUTION FAN  
Attaching the distribution fan. First, remove the four  
(4) bolts from the rear of the unit. Secondly, slide the  
distribution fan up to the rear of the furnace, line up  
the (4) holes and reattach the bolts and tighten se-  
curely.  
2.  
NOTE: The best maintenance for fan motors is to keep  
them clean (exceptionally clean). Oiling with 20W N.  
detergent once a season will also help, but cleanliness  
is what prolongs motors life. (Two (2) drops on the  
draft blade, four (4) drops in the distribution fan.)  
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5a. Attaching furnace control center box. To separate outer 7. Wall thermostat should be mounted on an upstairs in-  
cover, remove two (2) side screws and pull off black  
rheostat knob. Attach box to left side (facing feed door)  
with four (4) self-threading screws. One screw in  
each corner. (NOTE: Furnace control center is designed  
for left side attachment. Should space prohibit such,  
reversing shrouds for right side installation is possible,  
however, control wires from box will have to be ex-  
tended.)  
side wall (no outside facing wall) preferably near your  
existing thermostat. For more specific information, read  
the Honeywell instruction sheet provided with thermo-  
stat. Caution: disconnect the power supply before in-  
stalling. NOTE: Your wall thermostat and transfer re-  
lay are mated Honeywell products for trouble free in-  
stallation.  
5b. Next, attach the 4x4 junction box below the control  
center box, using (2) self-threading screws provided in  
the parts bag. (Two starter holes are provided.)  
8. Install top shroud (if removed) by simply placing shroud  
on to the top of unit, push down, check each corner for  
snug fit.  
6. Attach low voltage thermostat No. 18 up to 30 ft. run  
No. 16 to 15ft. Run (purchase locally) to terminal plate,  
screws identified with letters G & R. (Generally top  
row center, bottom row right). Snake wire through  
holes in top of box. Replace outer covers & control  
knob. Under no circumstances should you attempt to  
plug in main power cord until all wiring and covers are  
in place. NOTE: A ground power cord plug is pro-  
vided; however, local codes may require fuse box  
mounting.  
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CAUTION: Any hot air plenum connection to a furnace must  
be constructed of metal.  
11. Installing Grates: Install grates together, slip shaker  
lug into hole and place grates into frame. Grate arch  
faces upward. Check out grate rotation by placing  
shaker handle on grate lug (3/ 4"). Grates should ro-  
tate freely.  
9. Installing collar to top: To install hot air attaching  
collar, simply bend all tabs right angle under shroud.  
This may be possible with thumbs, if not, remove top  
and use small hammer.  
NOTE: Grates are designed to withstand high tempera-  
tures, however, should you overfire the furnace you  
may fuse or melt grates. This happens if furnace re-  
ceives too much air caused by leaving the ash and feed  
doors open, draft fan cover wide open, and hot coals  
or ashes are excessive in ash pan.  
10. Install grate frame (if not already installed): Lay 12. Installing Firebrick: Place 5 bricks on each side (10  
the first grate frame on the side supports and slide to  
the back of the unit. Then install the second grate  
frame to the front as shown in the picture above.  
brick total). The bricks tuck under firebox seem.  
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13. Installing front and rear cast baffles, heat plates.  
NOTE: Grate frames and brick will slide forward and  
backward to allow baffle to fit. Install front cast baffle  
using two (2) 5/ 16 bolts, nuts & washers (7/ 16 wrench  
will be needed). Place the side of the baffle that has  
the two ribs against the front weld of the firebox. Do  
not tighten bolts yet. Place the rear cast baffle to the  
back of the firebox but do not attach the bolts at this  
time.  
15. Installing smoke damper rod to sliding smoke damper.  
First, insert rod through hole above feed door and push  
forward.  
14. Now slip the rear heat plate in behind the rear baffle. 16. Next working through the flue hole behind furnace, line  
Attach heat plate to the firebox by using two (2) 5/ 16  
bolts, nuts & washers. First, line up the top holes and  
tighten bolts. Secondly, line up the holes in the rear  
baffle and the heat plate with the firebox and attach by  
using two (2) 5/ 16 bolts, nuts & washers. Tighten all  
four (4) bolts. NOTE: to reach rear bolts you may find  
it easier to put your arm through the flue outlet rather  
than to reach through the feed door.  
up rod between the two posts on the sliding smoke  
damper. Then line up the three (3) holes for cotter pin  
insertion, this procedure will test your patience. It's  
helpful to have a flashlight and another person posi-  
tioning the rod.  
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17. Reposition door latches, feed and ash door.  
For shipping purposes, door latches are on backwards.  
Unfasten 7/ 16" nuts, reverse and snug fairly tight  
(latches must move freely).  
19. Attach flue pipe to flue collar. Flue pipe (6") fits inside  
furnace flue collar. Finish off with three (3) metal  
screws. NOTE: Flue pipe connections flow downward  
so creosote can return to furnace for burn up.  
18. Installing steel smoke shield. Two (2) holes are pro-  
vided above each corner of the feed door. Slide the  
two (2) bolts, supplied in the parts bag, into the holes.  
Next, place the two (2) clips provided onto each bolt  
and then attach the two (2) nuts on each bolt. Before  
tightening the bolts and nuts securely, slide the smoke  
shield up under the clips, lining them with the slots in  
the smoke shield. Tighten the (2) bolts and nuts. (NOTE:  
The smoke shield should be able to swing back and  
forth.) The smoke shield will help prevent smoke back  
puffing if you have a lazy flue.  
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Accessories  
Filter Box  
Part # 24CRM  
NOTE:DRAWINGSAREFORILLUSTRATION PURPOSESONLY. ACTUALPRODUCTSMAYLOOKDIFFERENTLY.  
Domestic Hot Water Coil  
Part # 11WCK  
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WIRING DIAGRAM  
THERMAL DISC  
DISTRIBUTION FAN  
ROOM  
THERMOSTAT  
NOTE: RHEOSTAT IS ADJUSTABLE. IN CASE OF LOW VOLTAGE  
TURN COUNTERCLOCKWISE UNTIL BLOWER WILL RUN, BUT  
NOT STALL, WHEN POWER IS RETURNED TO UNIT.  
(1) HI-SPEED PT# 80389  
ENERGIZES WHEN UNIT IS  
FIRED AGGRESSIVELY ONLY.  
(2) LOW SPEED PT# 80388  
ADJUSTABLE IN APPROX.  
5 DEGREE STEPS. A LOW  
SETTING TURNS BLOWER ON  
SOONER.  
BLUE  
ORANGE  
RHEOSTAT  
Y
G
W
C
R
Rotate here  
with flat-blade  
screwdriver  
PT# 80090  
(3)  
PT# 80390  
BLACK  
RED  
(LOCATED ON LEFT  
OF BOX)  
1
3
6
2
5
4
(2)  
PT# 80388  
THERMAL DISC  
FAN ADJUSTMENT  
COIL  
COIL  
DRAFT FAN  
(3) HI LIMIT PT# 80390  
DE-ENERGIZES WHEN UNIT  
REACHES TEMPERATURES OF  
APPROX. 170 DEGREES  
BLUE  
BLACK  
(LOCATED ON RIGHT  
SIDE, TOP)  
RELAY  
(1)  
PT# 80389  
BOTTOM  
BLACK  
BROWN  
BLUE  
(LOCATED ON RIGHT  
SIDE, BOTTOM)  
BLACK  
WHITE  
PURPLE  
BLACK  
GREEN  
120 VAC  
60 Hz  
15 AMPS  
WHITE  
BLACK  
BLUE  
PURPLE  
NOTE: WIRES FROM  
DISTRIBUTION FAN  
RUN DIRECTLY INTO  
THE 4 x 4 JUNCTION  
BOX.  
BLACK  
BLUE  
ORANGE  
NOTE:  
CAP OFF “RED”  
WIRE WITH A  
WIRE NUT.  
DISTRIBUTION  
FAN  
PT# C60456  
DRAFT FAN  
PT# 80392  
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Control Box & Electrical Component  
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS  
Wall Thermostat  
*110 degrees Adjustable Thermo Disk  
*140 degrees Thermostat  
*170 degrees Thermo Limit Disk  
*Relay Transformer  
Air Distribution Fan  
Draft, Fan  
* Control Box Components  
10 BASIC FUNCTIONS OF  
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM  
1. Wall mounted thermostat requests heat...electrical  
contact occurs.  
Your new furnace is now completely assembled and ready  
2. Current is sent through relay, rheostat, 170 degrees to be installed. Make sure you followed the sections on  
thermo limit disk to activate draft fan.  
3. Relay...electrical switching device,  
installation in the front of this manual.  
Rheostat...current (voltage) reducer increases or de-  
creases draft fan R.P.M.  
170 degrees limit disk...breaks off electrical current at  
170 degrees (limit disk)  
Draft fan...small fan that activates fire, increasing fire  
temperature.  
OPERATION OF YOUR NEW  
WOOD BURNING FURNACE.  
Check that your draft blower is in working order before  
lighting a fire (cover setting 20% open).  
4. Upon firebox temperature rise due to air from draft  
fan, distribution fan is activated at approximately 110  
degrees air temperature, 600 CFM of air at 110 de-  
grees.  
5. 110 volts (main electrical line) is sent to left side of 140  
degrees thermo disk (3 prongs) current passes through  
140 degrees disk to 110 degrees disk. Current simply  
waiting for 110 degrees so it can pass through and  
activate normal speed function of distribution fan. (blue  
wire)  
6. If 110 degrees firebox air temperature is not main-  
tained snap disk terminates current to distribution fan.  
Should firebox temperature air reach 140 degrees cur-  
7. rent is directed to activate high speed portion 1300  
CFM of air. Current travel from prong 1 to prong 2 on  
140 degrees disk to activate high speed portion (black  
wire).  
Do this by turning the room thermostat to a high tempera-  
ture so that the draft blower turns on, then turn the ther-  
mostat back to proper setting thus turning the draft air  
blower off. Should draft blower not function, check to see  
if rheostat setting is on.  
NOWPROCEEDWITHLIGHTINGAFIRE.  
1.  
Pull bypass damper out (opens up flue hole).  
2.  
Make sure your flue pipe damper is open. Place sev-  
eral pieces of crumpled paper in the center of your  
firebox. In a crisscross pattern, place a couple of hand-  
fuls of dry kindling wood, then several small dry pieces  
of firewood.  
Distribution Capacitor: Reduces amps required to ac-  
8. tivate distribution fan.  
Varistor: Provides even flow of current to snap disk,  
9. prevents electrical surges, provides longer life of snap  
disk.  
CAUTION:  
Transformer: Reduces voltage 110 volts to 12 volts for  
10. thermostat usage. Generally hums a bit.  
Never use chemicals or fluids such as gasoline, char-  
coal lighter fluid, drain oil or kerosene to light a fire in  
your furnace. This would be like checking the level of  
gas in your car with a lighted match.  
The above is somewhat basic, however, it's offered so you  
can understand your furnaces electrical functions and en-  
joy it more.  
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3. Ignite the paper and close the door. Do not attempt to  
open the door immediately after igniting the fire. There  
could be a flame flash out.  
CAUTION  
Never let ashes build up to grate level. This will re-  
duce the life span of your grate, and void grate war-  
ranty.  
4. It will take a few minutes for the fire to establish itself.  
Once you have some good red hot burning coals, add  
larger pieces of wood. All Chimneys and hookups act  
differently. After a while, you will find out how your  
unit works best for starting.  
To remove ash pan simply open ash door and pull out your  
ash pan. But remember, the ash pan can get very hot.  
Dump ashes in a metal container with a lid and place on a  
non-combustible surface.  
5. Push in bypass damper after fire has progressed.  
6. Your furnace is capable of putting out many BTU's, so  
don't fully load your furnace until you have become  
familiar with the operation of the furnace. Keep in  
mind, a full load will not always give you the best re-  
sults for your needs. Note: With new steel, there is a  
small amount of oil or dirt on the metal. You may smell  
an odor. This is normal during the first operation. You  
may want to assemble the furnace out of doors and  
build a small fire in it to "burn off" this dirt and oil  
before installing the unit.  
CAUTION  
Never use anything but a metal container to put your  
ashes in. Every year fires are caused by emptying  
ashes into cardboard boxes or paper bags.  
MAINTENANCE  
Keep chimney and flue pipe clean by cleaning at least twice  
during a heating season.  
7. When loading your furnace that has existing hot coals,  
pull the bypass damper out and rake the red hot em-  
bers over grate evenly. Put a few smaller pieces of  
wood on the coals first, then load up to the middle of  
the feed door.  
CREOSOTE-  
FORMATION AND NEED FOR  
REMOVAL  
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other  
organic vapors which combine with expelled moisture to  
form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the rela-  
tively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire. As a result,  
creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When  
ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire.  
8. Set rheostat setting for type and condition of coal or  
wood. Hard coal and wood requires more forced air  
than soft, so experiment with dial setting. Start with a  
center dial setting. The draft fan cover also requires  
experimenting with. Start with a 20% opening.  
9. Set the furnace thermostat for comfort. Set the other  
thermostat 10 degrees lower.  
The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected  
at least twice monthly during the heating season to deter-  
mine if a creosote buildup has occurred.  
10. Use caution when opening loading door. Avoid open-  
ing loading door rapidly. This could cause flames to  
flash out the door. This occurs when there is unburned  
fuel and a large amount of gases on the top of the  
firebox. When the door is opened oxygen is combined  
with the gases and ignites.  
If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to re-  
duce the risk of a chimney fire.  
CAUTION  
If you have a chimney fire, we recommend the follow-  
ing immediate actions:  
1. Alert everyone in the house.  
ASH REMOVAL  
Every morning when there is just a bed of hot embers,  
shake the grate very, very lightly.  
2. Shut any furnace doors, disconnect power to the  
unit, and close any dampers. This should take no  
longer than a few seconds.  
Once every week or two, depending on how much fuel you  
burn, ashes should be removed. Note: A 2" to 3" bed of  
ashes will prolong wood burning and protect grates.  
3. Call the fire department.  
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Keeping your chimney and stove pipe clean is the best in- and produce less smoke. Once the fire is WELL ESTAB-  
surance against chimney fires. Note: Smoke detectors LISHED add coal to the center of the firebox forming the  
and fire extinguishers should always be a part of your equip- cone. Burning in this fashion allows heat to drive off the  
ment.  
volatile gases, and turbulence created increases the burn  
efficiency. You will have to experiment with your particular  
If you clean your own chimney and stove pipe, we recom- setup as no two chimney's or installations are going to be  
mended purchasing the equipment professionals use. Wire the same. Just remember to allow enough secondary air  
brushes are available in enough sizes and shapes to be a to enter the firebox and keep your stove pipe damper open  
snug fit inside any common flue.  
so that volatiles are properly burned. Before refueling, take  
the time to break up the cone a little with a poker, espe-  
Once a week let your furnace burn with ash door open for cially if it has caked over or formed a crust. But, be careful  
a maximum of fifteen minutes while in attendance. This not to mix the coal as this increases the chances of forming  
will help minimize creosote buildup. Also placing a surface clinkers. When shaking the grate(s) be gentle. Just a few  
magnetic thermometer on flue pipe is helpful to keep tem- short movements is better than a lot of agitation. The ob-  
peratures at 300 to 400 degrees. Duct temperatures should jective is to remove a small amount of the ashes without  
be 115 to 125 degrees at 12" above furnace.  
disturbing the fire. Stop when you see a glow in the ashes  
or the first red coals fall into the ash pan. Excessive shak-  
ing wastes fuel and can expose the grate(s) to very high  
temperatures which can cause warpage or burnout.  
BURNING COAL  
Your furnace is capable of burning both Bituminous and  
Anthracite coal. Anthracite is perhaps the best coal fuel  
because its long even burn time, high heat output, and  
cleanliness make it a good choice for the home. However,  
keep in mind it is a much more difficult fuel to use, requires  
more care and patience, is not so widely available, and is  
usually much more expensive than bituminous.  
For overnight operation (long duration burn time) shake  
the fire and add coal, retaining your center cone. Once the  
volatiles are burned off, close the feed door and adjust  
your stove pipe damper. Then adjust your thermostat to  
the desired heat level.  
You will have more MAINTENANCE with bituminous than  
with anthracite coal as more soot will collect on heating  
surfaces and in pipes, requiring more frequent cleaning.  
SIZE OF COAL: Most sizes of Bituminous Coal will  
work in your New Furnace, for best results we recommend  
large nut coal to small egg coal (1-3/ 4" dia. to 4" dia.).  
When burning Anthracite, use egg or broken with sizes  
between 2-5/ 16" thru 4-3/ 8". Note that it is important to  
the long life of your furnace to buy coal which has been  
sized and cleaned. Cleaning insures removal of rocks and  
other materials. Never use coal smaller than 1" or larger  
than 5" in diameter. Small sized coal will smother the fire.  
Too large a size of coal will not burn well.  
ANTHRACITE: Before starting the fire open - the  
stove pipe damper, open the ash pit door and feed door,  
place newspaper, finely split kindling on the grate, and light  
the paper. Add larger hard wood after kindling is burning  
brightly. CAUTION: Never use gasoline, lantern fuel,  
kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or other flammable  
liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this heater.  
Place the larger pieces of wood on the fire so that they are  
slightly separated and form a level for the addition of coal.  
It will take 10 to 20 minutes before this wood is thoroughly  
ignited. Adding coal too soon will cut the air supply and  
smother the fire.  
STOVE OPERATION: All coal fires should be started  
with wood which will allow the fire to get hot enough to  
ignite the coal. The best ignition fires utilize dry pine or  
other resinous soft woods as kindling, with hard wood (oak,  
hickory, ash) added to increase the heat prior to addition of  
the coal.  
Add a thin layer of coal (preferably smaller chunks) to the  
wood fire, being careful not to disturb it too much or cut off  
the draft. Then, add a second heavier layer after the coal  
is ignited and burning well. If necessary, add a third layer  
to bring the coal up to the top of the front liner (not above!).  
Be sure you have closed your ash door.  
BURNING BITUMINOUS: Once your kindling and  
wood fire has produced a bed of well established coals,  
start adding coal in layers allowing each to ignite before  
adding more. Bituminous has a high volatile content and,  
as a result, should be fired with the "conical method" - with  
the highest portion of your firebed in the center of the fire-  
box. The first flames will be long and generally orange or  
yellow and produce quite a bit of smoke. As the gases  
bu rn off the flam es becom e shorter, change color  
Before adding further fuel, be sure you leave a red spot of  
glowing coals in the center of the firebox to insure that you  
have not smothered the fire and to help ignite the  
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gases given off by the new charge. A deep charge will give DO NOT burn coke, charcoal, high volatile bituminous coal,  
a more even heat and a longer fire, but it may take one to sub bituminous, lignite or cannel coal (sometimes called  
two hours before the whole bed is fully ignited.  
channel coal or candle coal). NEVER burn wax or chemi-  
cally impregnated sawdust logs - their intended use is for  
When the fire is well established and the room is becoming fireplaces only. NEVER fill your stove or furnace above the  
warm, partially close the dampers. You will have to experi- firebrick or cas iron liner.  
ment with your particular setting of the damper and con-  
trols as your chimney provides the draft necessary to not  
only exhaust the smoke, but to pull combustion air into the  
SHAKING  
heater as well - and no two chimney's perform the same.  
Leave the ash pit damper at least partially open to prevent  
the fire from going out. Adjust the stove pipe damper to  
reduce the draft on the fire. With anthracite you will see  
short blue flames above the coal, except when the fire is  
started or a new charge is added. If, however, there is no  
flame then the fire needs more air from the bottom (unless  
it is near the end of its burn cycle and needs to be re-  
charged).  
Shaking should be done only when there is a hot fire.  
The frequency of shaking will depend on the degree of  
burning. Shaking should be done at least once a day and  
preferably twice a day.  
Best results from shaking the rocker grates will occur if  
short "choppy" strokes are used rather than long, even  
strokes.  
Only when the coal is burned down to half its original depth  
is it time to add fresh coal. When doing so, open your  
stove pipe damper, which will allow the fire to burn off any  
accumulated gases. Open the feed door, and with a small  
rake, hoe or hooked poker pull the glowing coals to the  
front of the firebox. Try not to disturb the fire too much.  
Next, add a fresh charge to the back being careful not to  
seal off the top. Close the feed door but leave the spin  
damper open for a few minutes until the volatile gases have  
burned off. It is not necessary to shake down the ashes  
each time you refuel your furnace. Experience will be your  
best teacher.  
The amount of shaking is critical. Too little or too much of  
both can result in the extinguishing of a fire due to blocked  
air flow. The proper amount normally occurs when red  
coals first start to drop through onto the bed of ashes.  
No furnace ever should be "poled" from the top. This can  
lead to clinker formation and compacting of the coal and  
ashes, which results in clogged air passages.  
BANKING THE FIRE: For extended operation, such as over-  
night, you will need to bank the fire. To do so heap coal up  
along the sides and back of the firebox so that the fire  
gradually burns it over a longer period of time. You will  
also reduce the intensity of the fire without letting it go out.  
Follow the same procedure as for refueling. If possible,  
avoid shaking, as a heavier layer of ash will help reduce  
the intensity of the fire during this time. After loading, let  
the fire establish itself for about 30 minutes. Then close  
your damper to the point where the house does not be-  
come too cold. It is important that you begin banking early  
enough before retiring or leaving that you can make neces-  
sary adjustments after the fire is well established.  
To revive a coal fire that is almost out, you should (1) open  
the ash door and stove pipe damper to get a good draft  
through the grate. (2) place a thin layer of dry coal over  
the entire top of the fire. DO NOT POKE OR SHAKE THE  
FIRE AT THIS TIME! (3) after the fresh coal has become  
well ignited shake the grate (just a little) and you will be  
ready to refuel.  
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• Poking the fire from the top.  
ASHES  
Ashes never should be allowed to accumulate in the ash  
pit so that they in any way impede the flow of combustion  
air to the fire. Excess ash accumulation can cause the fire  
to go out and also can cause severe damage to the grates  
because of the absence of a cooling flow of air beneath  
them.  
• Too little air (draft) after a long, hot fire (caused by  
rapid adjustment of draft from a very high setting to a low  
setting).  
If clinkers do form, the coal quality should be checked  
first, and then all the above points should be reviewed  
and corrected.  
Ashes always should be emptied into a metal container.  
Coals can remain hot many hours after a fire is out. Coal  
ashes should not be put on gardens as they do not contain  
SAFETY  
beneficial minerals like wood ashes, and may cause ground Whenever a loading door is opened, the bypass damper  
water pollution.  
should be opened first (use a glove to protect you hand),  
and the door should be cracked slightly (for about ten (10)  
Coal produces considerably more ash than wood, so the seconds) to allow oxygen to enter and burn any combus-  
intervals between emptying are much shorter. For equal tible gases that are present before fully opening. Failure  
heat output, coal will produce seven (7) to ten (10) times to do this could result in sudden ignition of the unburned  
more ash than wood.  
gases when the door is opened.  
With the exception of the start-up period, the ash pit door  
should never be left open. Serious damage to the stove  
can occur from overheating. In extreme cases, this over-  
heating could be the cause of an "unfriendly fire".  
CLINKERS  
Clinkers can occur in any coal furnace during the process  
of burning. These are hard pieces of fused ash that form  
in the firebox. They can become hard and large in size  
and, therefore, cannot be shaken through the grates in a  
coal stove. When there is an appreciable accumulation,  
the fire will go out because insufficient air is allowed to  
pass through the clinkers to the burning coal.  
Coal furnaces are subject to the same installation clear-  
ance standards as wood furnaces. Never burn coal in any  
furnace that does not have an airtight, unified chimney  
system.  
Once large clinkers have formed, they can be removed  
only from above the grates. This usually means the fire  
must be allowed to go out before they can be removed.  
Coal furnaces should not be installed in any chimney that  
has had a history of back-drafting or flow reversal. Also,  
coal furnaces should not be installed in any chimney hav-  
ing an excessively large flue. These conditions can cause  
improper draft, resulting in carbon monoxide entering the  
house rather than being drawn up the chimney. Remem-  
ber, coal gases are toxic.  
Clinkers formation can occur from a number of different  
causes or a combination of causes. Some of these are:  
• Poor quality coal-excess ash content and/ or too low a  
heat of fusion.  
Sulfur dioxide, sulfur trioxide and other ions released from  
coal burning may corrode stainless and masonry chim-  
neys, and even terra cotta chimney liners and brick in  
nearby buildings. Coal with high sulfur content will de-  
stroy chimneys especially fast if soot sits in the flue for  
extended lengths of time. It is important to clean chim-  
neys regularly.  
• Too hot a fire (too much draft).  
• Too shallow a bed of coals.  
• Too deep a bed of coals.  
• Excessive Shaking.  
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Trouble-Shooting  
TROUBLE-SHOOTING, PROBLEM SOLVING FOR YOUR FURNACE  
1. Problem: Smoke puffs from furnace.  
4. Problem: Distribution blower vibrating.  
Solution:  
Solution:  
A.  
Check chimney draft. Check for blocked chim  
ney or flue pipe. Use mirror to check chimney  
clearance.  
A.  
B.  
C.  
Tighten Allen Screw on squirrel cage.  
Check for bad fan bearings.  
Also oil 3-4 drops of 20w non detergent oil.  
B.  
C.  
D.  
Check ash pit - if too full, empty.  
Make sure furnace room is not too airtight.  
Make sure all chimney mortar connections are  
air tight.  
5. Problem: Distribution blower continues to run or will  
not run.  
Solution:  
E.  
F.  
Check clean out door. Make sure it's airtight.  
Check chimney for possible down-draft caused  
by taller surrounding trees or objects. Correct  
with proper chimney vent cap.  
Check the possibility of cold chimney forcing  
cool gas blockage. Remedy by properly insu  
lating chimney with noncombustible liner and  
non- combustible insulation.  
A.  
Check to see if thermodisc 110 degrees (top  
right side) is faulty. Use match or lighter for  
click or jumper wire.  
Check to see that blower is properly wired. (See  
Wiring and Assembly Instructions).  
B.  
G.  
6. Problem: Draft blower continues to run or will not run.  
Solution:  
H.  
I.  
Fuel may be too wet.  
Make sure no other fuel burning devices are  
connected to the chimney impairing the draft.  
A.  
Check rheostat switch for on position. Check  
wiring.  
B.  
C.  
Check thermostat or thermostat wire for short.  
Make sure temperature is calling for or not call  
ing for heat. Set thermostat at 80 degrees.  
Check to see if thermodisc 170 degrees (left  
side) is faulty. Use match or lighter for click or  
jumper wire.  
2. Problem: Inadequate heating being delivered to your  
home.  
Solution:  
A.  
B.  
D.  
Check home insulation - is it adequate?  
Check hookup to furnace - is it installed cor  
rectly? (review manual)  
Problem: Odor from first fire.  
7. Solution:  
A. The odor remains, call your dealer immedi -  
ately. A defective weld can cause a fume leak.  
C.  
D.  
E.  
F.  
Cool air inlet may be inadequate or furnace  
room too airtight, 14" inlet for 12" outlet.  
Your wood fuel may be too low grade. Hard  
woods are recommended.  
Make sure your hot air duct (and other duct  
work) is airtight.  
Problem: Excessive creosote.  
8. Solution:  
A. Check the grade of wood you are burning.  
If furnace room is warm but your home isn't,  
check back draft dampers.  
B.  
Make sure your unit is serviced by its own  
proper chimney.  
G.  
H.  
I.  
Is air inlet to the blower open? Check filters.  
Fuel may be too wet.  
Check draft blower cover, setting 1/ 2" open  
ing.  
C.  
D.  
check length of flue pipe and its connections.  
Make sure you are burning the smallest, hot  
test fire to adequately heat your home.  
Also see Solutions to Problem 1.  
Use a magnetic surface thermometer on flue  
pipe and operate between 300 and 400 degrees.  
J.  
Rheostat setting is fully open.  
E.  
F.  
3. Problem: Excess smoke or flames coming out door  
when refueling.  
Solution:  
Problem: Poor seal around unit door.  
9. Solution:  
A. Bend door latch in to tighten seals.  
A.  
Open bypass damper. Wait 15 seconds and  
open door slowly - then refuel.  
B.  
C.  
D.  
E.  
Check length of flue pipe to chimney. Your unit  
should be within six (6) feet of your chimney.  
Make sure chimney cap is not too close to the  
top of the chimney.  
Check chimney draft-make sure chimney flue  
pipe is clean and chimney is of adequate height.  
Make sure you're not suffocating the fire with  
excess amounts of unburned fuel.  
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HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS  
THIS MANUAL WILL HELP YOU OBTAIN EFFICIENT, DEPENDABLE SERVICE FROM  
YOUR FURNACE, AND ENABLE YOU TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS CORRECTLY.  
KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
WHEN WRITING, ALWAYS GIVE THE FULL MODEL NUMBER WHICH IS ON THE  
NAMEPLATE ATTACHED TO THE HEATER.  
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING  
INFORMATION AS SHOWN IN THIS LIST:  
1. THE PART NUMBER  
2. THE PART DESCRIPTION  
3. THE MODEL NUMBER: 24AF  
24AG  
24AZ  
4. THE SERIAL NUMBER: ____________________  
UNITED STATES STOVE COMPANY  
227 INDUSTRIAL PARK ROAD  
PO BO X 151  
SOUTH PITTSBURG, TN 37380  
(423)  
837-2100  
R
US  
www.USSTOVE.com  
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