Sentry Coal™ stove
Model VG810CL Owners Manual(save this manual for future reference)

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYBEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION
OR OPERATING THE STOVE. Failure tofollow instructions may resultin property damage, bodily injury,
or even death.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSDo NOT use this stove in a
mobile home, Manufactured Home,
Trailer or tent – NO EXCEPTIONS!
This stove meets
U.S. Test Standard:

UL 1482-1996

Safety Notice: If this stove is not properly installed, a house/building fire may
result. For your safety, contact local building or fire officials about permits,
restrictions, and installation requirements for your area.

Read All Instructions carefully.
1. The installation of this stove must comply
with your local building code rulings. Pleaseobserve the clearances to combustibles (seereference figures 3–5). Do not place furniture or other objects within the clearancearea.
2. Verify that the stove is properly installed
before firing the stove for the first time.
After reading these instructions, if you haveany doubt about your ability to complete
your installation properly, you must obtain the services of a professional licensed
installer familiar with all aspects of safe
and correct installation. DO NOT use
temporary or makeshift compromises
during installation.
3. DO NOT store coal, kindling, flammableliquids or other combustible materials too
close to the unit. Refer to certification labelon back of unit and reference figures 3 – 5in this manual.

4. Do not install this stove in a mobile home,
manufactured home, trailer or tent
(NO EXCEPTIONS! per HUD Federal
Standard: 24 CFR Ch.XX).
5. If any parts are missing or defective, please
notify the dealer or manufacturer immediately.
DO NOT OPERATE A STOVE THAT ISMISSING ANY PARTS!.
6. Do not tamper with combustion air control
beyond normal adjustment capacities.
7. Always connect this stove to a chimney andvent to the outside. Never vent to another room
or inside a building. DO NOT CONNECT
THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
8. Do NOT connect a coal burning stove
to an aluminum Type B gas vent. This is not
safe. Use approved masonry or a UL 103 HT(U.S) Listed Residential Type and Building
Heating Appliance Chimney. Use a 6” diameter chimney or larger, that is high enough togive a good draft. (See specifics in installation
instructions).
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Vogelzang International Corporation
400 West 17th Street
Holland, Michigan 49423
www.vogelzang.com
Phone: 1-616-396-1911
Fax: 1-616-396-1971
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued…
9. Be sure that your chimney is safely
constructed and in good repair. Have the chimney inspected by the fire department or a qualified inspector. Your insurance company shouldbe able to recommend a qualified inspector.
10. Creosote or soot may build up in the chimney
connector and chimney and cause a house/building fire. Inspect the chimney connector
and chimney twice monthly during the heating
season and clean if necessary. (See Chimney
Maintenance, page 13).
11. In the event of a chimney fire, turn the aircontrol to closed position, leave the building
and CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY! Have a clearly understood planon how to handle a chimney fire by contacting
your local fire authority for information onproper procedures in the event of a chimney
fire.
12. To prevent injury, do not allow anyone to use
this stove who is unfamiliar with the correct
operation of the stove.
13. Do not operate stove while under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
14. Ashes should not be allowed to accumulate
higher than the ash pan. Dispose of ashes ina metal container with a tight fitting lid. Keepthe closed container on a noncombustible floor
or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials. Keep the ashes in the closed
container until all cinders have thoroughlycooled. The ashes may be buried in the groundor picked up by a refuse collector.
15. The special paints used on your stove may
give off some smoke and an odor while they
are curing during the first 12 to 15 fires.
Additional smoke and odor may be emitted
from the light oils used in construction of thefire box. This should disappear after a shortperiod of time and not occur again. Persons
with lung conditions or owners of susceptible
domestic pets (such as birds) should take prudent precautions. Open windows and doors asneeded to clear smoke and/or odor. Paint discoloration will occur if the stove is overfired.
16. This stove has a painted surface which isdurable but it will not stand rough handlingor abuse. When installing your stove, use carein handling. Clean with soap and warm water
when stove is not hot. Do not use any acids
or scouring soap, as these wear and dull thefinish.
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17. The walls of the firebox may become slightly
distorted after a period of use. A slight distortion will not affect the operation of the stove.
18. While stove is in operation, all persons,especially young children should be alerted tothe hazards from high surface temperatures.
Keep away from a hot stove to avoid burns or
clothing ignition.
19. If small children will be in the same roomas the stove during operation, provide a
sturdy barrier to keep them at a save distancefrom the stove. Never leave smallchildren unsupervised when they
are in the same room as the stove.
20. Keep stove area clear and free from all
combustible materials, gasoline, and otherflammable vapors and liquids.
21. To prevent burns always wear protective
clothing, leather hearth gloves and eye
protection, while tending the fire.
22. While in operation, keep the feed door, ashdoor, and cabinet door closed at all times
except while tending the fire.
23. Do not overfire the stove. Overfiring will happen if the feed door or ash door is left open
during operation. Such actions can result invery dangerous operating conditions.
24. All power cords and electrical appliances
and/or assemblies must be kept outside of theclearance dimensions shown in this manual for
combustible materials.
25. For further information on using your stovesafely, obtain a copy of the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) publication,“Using Coal and Wood Stoves Safely” NFPA
No. HS-10-1978. The address of the NFPA isBatterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
NOTE: A professional, licensed heating and cooling contractor MUST
be consulted if you have questions
regarding the installation of thissolid fuel burning appliance.

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Assembly Instructions
NOTICE: Vogelzang International Corp. grants no warranty, stated or implied, for the installation or maintenanceof your wood stove and assumes no responsibility of any incidental or consequential damages.

Tools and Materials Required for Installation
		

tools

materials(NOTE: The following items are NOT included with your stove)

Pencil
6 foot Folding Rule or Tape Measure
Tin Snips
Drill: Hand or Electric
1/8” dia. Drill Bit (sheet metal screws)
1/4” dia. Drill Bit (damper installation)
Screwdrivers (phillips and blade type)
6mm Nut Driver or Ratchet with 6mm Socket
Safety Glasses

Chimney Connection: 6” black steel (24 ga. min.) straight stove
pipe or elbow (as required)
1/2” Sheet Metal Screws
Chimney: Existing 6” Lined Masonry Chimney or 6” Inside Dia.
listed Type HT chimney.
Flooring Protection: 42” x 60” as specified (see figures 3–5)
Furnace Cement (manufacturer recommends Rutland Code 78
or equivalent)

Glovesreaching under the cabinet frame
1. Uncrate the stove and remove cardboard packing and protective poly bag. (Save cardboard
and pulling the door open.
for further assembly.)
9. Install the door knob onto the outside
2. Remove legs, upper and lower heat shields,of the door. Install the machine
damper, and hardware pack from inside firescrew through the latch bracket,
box.
door, and into the knob.
3. Place flattened carton behind stove and careTighten securely.
fully turn stove onto its back.
(fig. 2).
Fig. 2 Cabinet
4. Join the upper and lower heat shields with four
Door Knob Assembly(4) self-tapping screws (fig. 1).
Upper Heat ShieldFig.1 Leg
& Heat Shield
AssemblyLeg
Assembly
Lower Heat Shield

WARNING: Metal panels fastened between legs act as heat deflectors.
These panels must be in place for safe
operation.

5. Place both legs upside down and attach theheat shield assembly (from step 4) between thelegs. Align the holes in the heat shield assemblywith those in the mounting flange of the leg assemblies and secure with four (4) self-tapping
screws.
6. Attach leg/heat shield assembly to the base of
the stove using self-tapping screws provided(fig. 1).
7. Carefully lift stove to upright position.
8. Locate the door knob and machine screw inthe hardware pack. Open the cabinet door by
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Locating Stove
1. The stove must be placed on solid concrete,with three (3) sheet metal screws in each stovesolid masonry, or when installed on a compipe and/or elbow joint to firmly hold the pipebustible floor, on a listed floor protector, use a
sections together. Do Not connect this stove
minimum 3/8” noncombustible floor protector
to any air distribution or duct system.
with an “R” factor of 0.8 such as Hy-C or Impe- 5. R e c h e c k c l e a r a n c e s f r o m t h e s t ove ,rial Model UL 4260BK or equivalent. (NOTE:
connector stove pipe, and corner clearances
To calculate R-values of equivalent alternative
using the illustrations in figures 3 – 5 andmaterials, see page 16). The base must extend
your local building codes or fire protection
at least 16” beyond the side with the accessordinances.
door, 8” to the sides, 15” to the backside of
NOTE: A wall faced with drywall, brickstove and must extend under the stove pipeor stone must be considered a combustible
if it is elbowed towards a wall. (See figures 3
surface.
& 4 and consult local building codes and fire
6. Do Not install this stove in a mobile
protection ordinances.)
home,trailer or tent – NO EXCEPTIONS!
CAUTION: (Fire Hazard) Carpeting and(HUD Federal Standard: 24 CFR Ch.XX)
other combustible material must not
7. The clearances provided are minimum dicover the floor protector. Thesemensions determined by the manufacturer’smaterials must remain outside of
testing facility. Installation of this stove mustcombustible clearances, see fig. 3-5.
comply with the latest edition of NFPA 211 for
2. The stove must have its own flue. Do not
reduced clearances and/or your local building
connect this unit to a chimneycode rulings (use whichever minimum dimenflue serving other appliances.
sions are LARGEST).
3. After observing the clearances to combustible
Failure to follow these minimum clearance
materials (figures 4 & 5), locate your floor
requirements may result in an unsafe instalprotector accordingly (figure 3) and carelation and could cause a fire.
fully place the stove in your selected location.
8. This stove meets U.S. Test Standard:Install stove pipe, elbows, and thimble asUL 1482-1996.
required, utilizing either a recently cleaned
and inspected 6” masonry chimney or a 6”
CAUTION: Keep furnishings and otheri.d. listed chimney.
combustible materials away fROm the
4. Use 6” round black stove pipe, notstove.
galvanized stove pipe. Secure pipe sections
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TOP VIEW

28"

18"

COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION IN
ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 211

60"
DASHED LINE SHOWS STRAIGHTOUT CHIMNEY CONNECTOR
AND ADDITIONAL FLOORPROTECTOR REQUIREDBACKWALL

15"
42"
19"

SIDEWALL

8"
14"

FLOOR PROTECTOR

32"

16"

8"

Fig. 3 – Top View Minimum Clearance Dimensions from Combustible Surfaces

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CORNER CLEARANCES
Fig. 4 – Top View
Minimum Corner Clearancesfrom Combustible Surfaces

18"
18"

NOTE: Before firing stove slide firebricks towards the rear so no gaps
remain between bricks.

20"

16"
18"

14"
28"
15"

FLOOR PROTECTOR
Fig. 5a – Front View
Minimum Clearance Dimensions
from Combustible Surfaces

BACKWALL

SIDEWALL

18"

FLOOR PROTECTOR
Fig. 5b – Side View
Minimum Clearance Dimensions
from Combustible Surfaces

D-6 Draft Damper
A Draft Damper included with the stove must
be installed in the first straight section of pipe exiting the stove before the stove pipe is connected
and the coal stove is used.
1. Drill two 1/4” holes centered on either side of
the pipe section 6” from the top end of the pipe
(figure 6).
2. Remove the handle from the damper then slide
the damper into the pipe.
3. Align the damper with the holes drilled in step
1 and insert the handle through the holes andthe damper.
NOTE: This damper is necessary for the proper
operation of the stove and to meet EPA emissions
requirements for heating appliances. It MUST be
installed before use.(NO EXCEPTIONS)

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Draft Damper(must be installed
before use — NO
EXCEPTIONS)

6"/15.25 cm

Fig. 6 – Draft Damper Installation

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Connector Pipe Installation
decrease the amount of draw and possibly
1. The crimped end of the stovepipe fits inside
cause smoke spillage. Where possible, use only
the stove flue collar. Install additional pipe andcorrugated (nonadjustable) elbows. These
elbow with the crimped end towards the stove.
are much more airtight.
This will allow any condensation in the flue torun back into the firebox.
7. The connector pipe must not pass through an
attic or roof space, closet, or any concealed
2. Horizontal pipe runs must slope upwards
space, or floor, ceiling, wall or combustible
towards the chimney at least 1/4” per foot of
construction.(See Chimney Connector Syshorizontal run.
tems & Clearances, page 17). A UL 103 HT
3. You must have at least 18 inches of clearance
Listed chimney must be used from the first
between any horizontal piping and the ceilpenetration of ceiling or wall to the chimneying.
cap. Never use single wall connector pipe as
4. The pipe cannot extend into the chimney fluea chimney – a house fire could result!
(figure 7).
5. Secure pipe/elbow sections with three (3) sheet
metal screws at each joint to make the piping
NOTE: Stove pipe is NOT INCLUDED. To
rigid.
purchase, Visit your local hardware, home or building center. See
6. It is recommended that no more than two (2)“Locating Stove” page 3 for additional
90° bends be used in the stovepipe installaspecifications.
tion. The use of more than two 90° bends may		

CORRECT	WRONG	WRONG

Fig. 7 – Stovepipe/Flue Connections

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Chimney connections
The stove must be connected to either a masonry or manufactured metal chimney built andtested to the specifications listed on the previous
pages.
Chimneys perform two functions:1). As a means of exhausting smoke and fluegases which are the result of fuel combustion.
2). The chimney provides “draft” which allows
oxygen to be continuously introduced into theappliance, so that proper combustion is possible.
This stove relies on natural draft to operate.
NOTICE: Always provide a source of fresh air
into the room where the stove is located. Failure
to do so may result in air starvation of other fuelburning appliances and the possible developmentof hazardous conditions, fire or death.
Your stove itself does not create draft. Draft isprovided by the chimney. To achieve proper draft
your chimney must meet the three minimum heightrequirements detailed in figures 9–11. A minimumof 0.05 w.c. (measured in water column) is requiredfor proper drafting to prevent back puffing, smoke
spillage, and to maximize performance. (Gauges tomeasure draft are readily available at stove stores
and are economical to rent or purchase.)
Factors such as wind, barometric pressure,trees, terrain and chimney temperature can havean adverse effect on the draft. The manufacturer
cannot be held responsible for external factors
leading to less than optimal drafting.
Should you have a problem with inadequate
draft, you should contact a licensed heating andcooling contractor for assistance in solving the
problem.
IMPORTANT Installation Points
1. Size chimney flue to stove collar. This stoverequires a 6” diameter flue.
2. Never connect this unit to a chimney serving another appliance.
3. The chimney must meet all minimum
height requirements.
4. Never use a chimney to ventilate a cellar
or basement.
5. Contact your local building authority
for approved methods of installation and anynecessary permits and/or inspections.

Masonry Chimney
Before using an existing masonry chimney,clean the chimney, inspect the flue liner and makeany repairs needed to be sure it is safe to use. Make
repairs before attaching the stove. The connector stove pipe and fittings you will need to connect directly to a masonry chimney are shown infigure 8.
THIMBLECOLLAR
6˝ ROUND
24 ga. BLACKSTOVEPIPE

CHIMNEY
FLUE
5/8" TILE
CHIMNEY
LINER

8˝ MIN.
LINER
BELOW
ENTRY
HOLE

MASONRY
CHIMNEY

Fig. 8 - Masonry Chimney Connection

If the connector stove pipe must go througha combustible wall before entering the masonrychimney, consult a qualified mason or chimney
dealer. The installation must conform to local
building and fire codes and latest edition of NFPA
211.
If there is a cleanout opening in the base of thechimney, close it tightly.

Fig. 9 - Chimney Construction Through Attic Space
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Fig. 10 - Chimney Construction Through Roof

Fig. 11 - Chimney Connection to Firebox
Through Masonry Wall

Manufactured Chimney
Refer to chimney and chimney
connector maker’s instructions for
installation and use.
Use only 6” diameter listed chimney UL 103
HT. Chimney made to this listing is High Temperature rated to 2100 degrees Fahrenheit. Use chimney
from only one manufacturer. Never mix brands.
Carefully follow the chimney manufacturer’s statedrequirements and clearances. Use the chimney
manufacturer’s attic guards, roof supports, flashingand fire stops when passing through a ceiling. Use alisted thimble when passing through a combustiblewall. Do not use makeshift compromises during
installation. Never use a single-wall connection
pipe as a chimney!
When using a pre-existing chimney, have it’scondition and installation inspected before using.
Make sure that the chimney meets all of the UL
rating requirements listed above. Be aware that
not all manufactured chimney is of the UL 103
HT type.
NOTE: It is recommended that you contact a licensed heating and cooling contractor (consult yourlocal yellow pages) for chimney installation.
Manufactured chimney with the proper required
UL listing is available from most home centers,
hardware stores, and HVAC supply stores.
If you have access to the internet, you may
wish to view chimney manufacturers’ information on-line. See, www.duravent.com, www.
selkirkinc.com, or www.mtlfab.com.
Venting to Existing Fireplace
In some instances, people desire to convert anexisting fireplace for stove use. Usually, safe connection to an existing masonry chimney requires
more work than using a prefabricated chimney.
The existing fireplace must be closed and sealed at
the damper with high-temperature caulk, ceramicwool, or furnace cement. Prior to installation, clean
and inspect the existing flue and smoke shelf. Installation should be designed so the system can bedismantled for periodic cleaning and inspection.
Before conversion, make sure the existing chimney
is structurally sound, the chimney incorporates aContinued on next page

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Fireplace Installation
Directly connecting the stovepipe into the existing masonry chimney (figure 12 “Type A” fireplace
conversion) of the fireplace is the only approved
method of installation. This is a complicated andinvolved process and to insure safety should only
by done by a qualified installer.
1. An entry hole must be cut through the masonry
and tile liner with minimal damage to the liner.
At least 8” of liner must remain below the entry
position. When locating the stove and stovepipe, all minimum clearances must be observed
from combustible surfaces including mantels,
CAUTION: Not all fireplaces
combustible trimwork, ceilings and walls.
are suitable for conversion
Positioning the center of the stove pipe entry
to a wood stove. Check with a
into the chimney 24” below the ceiling should
qualified expert.
insure proper clearance for a 6” stovepipe.
Many prefabricated fireplaces are of the 2. Install a metal or fire clay (5/8” minimum thickness) thimble. Make sure the thimble is flush“zero-clearance fireplace” category. These consist
with the inner surface of the chimney liner andof multilayered metal construction. They are dedoes not protrude into the flue (see figure 7 onsigned with enough insulation and/or air cooling
page 6).
on the base, back and sides so they can be safely
installed in direct contact with combustible floors 3. Secure the thimble with refractory mortar. The
thimble should be surrounded by 8” of solid
and walls. Although many prefabricated fireplaces
unit masonry brickwork or 24” of stone.
carry endorsements from nationally recognized
4. Install the stovepipe into the thimble as far asorganizations for use as fireplaces, they have notpossible without extending past the flue lining
been tested for connection to wood stove heaters.
(see figures 7 & 8 on pages 6 & 7).
Connecting a stove to such a device will void the 5. A small airspace (about 1/2”) should remain
manufacturer’s warranty.
between the stovepipe and thimble to allow for
Steel-lined fireplaces are constructed withexpansion of the pipe. Seal this airspace with
1/4” firebox liner, an air chamber in connection
high-temperature caulking or ceramic wool.
with 8” of masonry. These can be safely used 6. Secure and seal the damper in the closed posiwith wood burning stoves. They contain all theContinued on next pageessential components of a fireplace,firebox, damper, throat, smoke shelf,and smoke chamber. Many look identical to masonry fireplaces and should bechecked carefully before connecting a
stove to them.
Venting a stove directly into a fireplace does not meet code and should not
be attempted. (This constitutes connection to another appliance - the fireplace.)
Combustion products will be depositedand build up in the firebox or fireplace.
The stove warranty will be void withsuch an installation. Do not create ahazard in your home by connecting in
FIG. 12 - Fireplace Conversion
this manner.
flue liner and make sure it is in good condition.
(A flue liner consists of clay tile that protects thebrickwork of a chimney. If a chimney does nothave a liner, or it is damaged, have it relined bya professional. Do Not use a chimney that isunlined or damaged!) If you have any question
regarding the condition of the chimney, consult aqualified licensed contractor, qualified engineer,
competent mason, certified Chimney Sweep, or aknowledgable inspector. Consult your insurancecompany if you cannot find a qualified expert.

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tion using high-temp caulking, ceramic wool,or furnace cement. Also check to see if thechimney has a cleanout. If it does, make sure itis closed and sealed as well. A leaky cleanout
will greatly reduce draft efficiency.

If you have any questions regarding venting
your stove, contact the manufacturer or contact
the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
and request a copy of the latest editions of NFPA
Standard 211 and NFPA Standard 908. Their address is:Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

Operating Instructions
CAUTION: HOUSE FIRE HAZARDS• Gases emitted from freshly added
coal must be burned or they will accumulate and Explode. Never smothera fire when adding fresh coal.
• N e v e r u s e m a n u fac t u r e d c oa l“bricks” made of coal dust and waxtype binder.
• Overfiring may cause a house fire. If
a unit or chimney connector glows,
you are overfiring.
• Build fires only on  integral grate
included with the stove.
• Do not operate the heater with theminimum fire air shutter completely
closed.
Operating Safety Precautions
1.		 Never overfire this stove by building excessively hot fires as a house/building fire may result. If stove or
stovepipe begins to glow or turn red,
you are overfiring the stove.
2.		 Never build extremely large fires
in this type of stove as damage to thestove or smoke leakage may result.
3.		 HOT while in operation. Keep children, clothing, and Furniture away.
Contact may cause skin burns. Do nottouch the stove after firing until it
has cooled.
4.		 Provide air into the room for proper combustion.
5.		 Inspect stovepipe every 90 days.
Replace immediately if stovepipe
is rusting or leaking smoke into
the room.

WARNING: Explosion Hazard• Never use chemicals, gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene,
charcoal lighter fluid, or similar
flammable liquids to start or “freshen-up” a fire in the stove.
• Keep all flammable liquids, especially gasoline, out of the vicinityof the heater — whether in use or instorage.
• The use of wood in this stove except
for initial coal ignition purposes, is aviolation of federal Law.
this stove is designed to burn

COAL FUEL.
Chestnut, egg, stove, or nut-size coal forresidential furnaces, or any of the specialty packaged fireplace coals (not wax-type coal “bricks”)
can be used. Low ash content (2% to 6%) coal isrecommended.
NOTICE: For best results use solid,
Bituminous coal. NEVER use manufactured coal “bricks” made of coal dustwith wax-type binder. Do Not burngarbage or flammable fluids. Store
coal in dry well ventilated area. See
recommendations on page 12 for using
anthracite coal.

Lighting
1. Set the thermostat on “HIGH” and open pipe
draft damper to provide maximum draft.
2. Using the separable handle, open the feed door
and place paper and kindling wood on the grate
for starting the fire.
3. Light fire, close and secure the feed door.
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4. Add about 15 pounds of coal after fire is– Stir the coal and watch the fire. Be sure theburning briskly. Use care not to smother the
new coal is burning before you close the doors
kindling fire when adding coal.
and turn the thermostat down.
5. Set the thermostat to maintain desired tem- 3. At least once every 12 hours of operation crankperature. “MEDIUM” setting is normallythe roller grate system to dump ‘clinkers’ andsatisfactory. Set higher or lower for yourash into the ash pan.
personal comfort level.
4. Empty ash pan regularly. Do not allow ashes
to pile up to the grate. If ashes build up to
the grate, it can warp and burnout will occur.
Adding FuelIf allowed to overfill, ashes may spill when
When starting fires, add small amounts of coal
removing the pan.
each hour or so instead of piling large quantities
of coal every 3 to 5 hours. As you become more 5. Properly dispose of hot ashes (see Safety
Instructions, item #14 on page 2).
familiar with the operation of your stove, it ispossible to add coal to burn for longer periodsof time (between 8 to 10 hours), but doing so Minimum Fire
The rate of burning at the “LOW” thermostat
carelessly will promote incomplete combustion
setting
can be further controlled by adjusting theand considerable sooting, along with a very dirty,
draft damper door located behind the cabinet on
inefficient fire.
1. Set thermostat to “HIGH” and open pipe draft the front of the firebox (figure 14).
1. Partially close the shutter to make the fuel burndamper before opening the feed door.
longer.
2. Never smother the fire when adding coal.
Incomplete combustion of fresh coal will cause 2. Open the shutter, exposing a larger opening,
to reduce the formation of soot (see notes on
gas accumulation and a mild smoky explosion
Chimney Draft, page 12.)will occur:– Add fresh kindling if the bed of coals has 3. Do Not operate the heater with the minimum
fire shutter completely closed (see below).
cooled.
- Add up to 20 lbs. of coal. Never add coal
above the top of the firebrick.
Minimum Fire Air Shutter
The thermostat control was calibrated at the factory and is not adjustable. The operation of the heater
may require a change in calibration of the minimum fire air shutter. Calibration adjustments should
be made at room temperature. The minimum fire air shutter is mounted on the door of the thermostat
draft damper mounted behind the front screen on the lower front of the firebox, fig 14. After stove hascooled the cabinet lid may be opened to make adjustments.
A. CAUTION: Do not open or close top whenheater is hot!

1. To open, grasp the cabinet top at front(figure 13A) and lift all the way up.
2. Gently lower the top until the top support
rod latches to hold the top in the up position(figure 13B).
3. To close, lift the top until the support rod
is unlatched.
4. Pull the support rod forward as you lower
the cabinet top.

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Fig. 13
Thermostat Adjustment Access

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B. Adjusting the Minimum Air Shutter: The
minimum air shutter has an infinite number ofsettings. Several adjustments may be necessary
for the unit to work most effectively for yourparticular installation.
1. The minimum air shutter may be adjusted
to the closed position in installations where thedraft is “above normal.” Generally, 0.06 w.c. or
above would be considered “above normal.”
2. In installations where the draft is “below
normal”, the minimum air shutter would be
adjusted toward the open position.

Recommendations for burning
Anthracite Coal
1. When burning coal, it is important to maintaina clean chimney. Inspect chimney connector
and chimney at least twice monthly during theheating season.
2. Keep the grate clear of ash and cinders.
Use the shaker grate to keep the ashes frombuilding up in the firebox.
3. Do Not operate the stove with the ash door,
feed door, or cabinet door open.
4. Before adding coal, it is necessary to have agood hot log fire burning. After the log fireis burning, add small amounts of coal until a
bed of coals has been built up. Anthracite coalburns with a short, blue flame with the coals
having a glowing, red color.
5. Anthracite coal needs a strong draft to burnefficiently. A draft reading of 0.05 to 0.06 w.c.
(water column) is required to burn anthracite.

Fig. 15
Feed Door
Draft Wheel
Adjustment

Fig. 14Minimum Shutter
Adjustment

NOTE: More than one recalibration may
be necessary. At room temperature(72° F) and “LOW” setting, the draft
damper door should be closed.

The draft wheel located on the feed door,
figure 15, provides a source of secondary air andshould be opened when burning coal. Coal emits
volatile gases when burned and requires a sourceof secondary air for complete combustion to
occur. The draft wheel may be adjusted to givethe best performance depending on the particularneeds of the user.
CHIMNEY DRAFT
Do not expect the stove to draw. Draft is a function of the chimney, not the stove. Smoke spillage
into the house or excessive buildup of condensation or soot in the chimney are warnings that thechimney is NOT functioning properly. Correct the
problem before using the stove. Following are somepossible causes for improper draft.
1. The connector stovepipe may be pushed
into the chimney too far, stopping the draft.
2. If the chimney is operating too cool, water will condense in the chimney and run backinto the stove. Soot formation will be rapid andmay block the chimney. Operate the stove at ahigh enough fire level to keep the chimney warm
preventing this condensation.
3. If the fire burns well but sometimes smokesor burns slowly, it may be caused by the chimney
top being lower than another part of the house or a
nearby tree. The wind blowing over a house or tree,
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falls on top of the chimney like water over a dam,beating down the smoke. The top of the chimney
should be at least three (3) feet above the roof and
be at least two (2) feet higher than any point of theroof within ten (10) feet.

NOTE: A draft reading of 0.05 to 0.06
w.c. (water column) is suggested forproper burning of this stove.

Chimney Maintenance
CREOSOTE – Formation and Removal
When coal is burned slowly, it produces tar andother organic vapors which combine with expelled
moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors
condense in the relatively cool chimney flue ofa slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue
accumulates on the flue lining. If ignited, thiscreosote creates an extremely hot fire which may
ignite surrounding materials resulting in a building fire.
The chimney connector and chimney should
be inspected at least twice a month during theheating season to determine if a creosote buildup
has occurred.
If creosote has accumulated, it should be
removed. Failure to remove creosote may resultin ignition and may cause a house/building fire.
Creosote may be removed using a chimney brush

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or other commonly available materials from yourlocal hardware retailer.
Chimney fires burn very hot. If the chimney
connector should glow red, immediately call thefire department, then reduce the fire by closing theinlet air control and pour a large quantity of coarse
salt, baking soda, or cool ashes on top of the firein the firebox.
CAUTION: A chimney fire may cause ignition of wall studs or rafters whichwere assumed to be a safe distancefrom the chimney. If a chimney fire
has occurred, have your chimney inspected by a qualified person before
using again.

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Part Ordering – VG810CL Sentry Coal™ stove
When ordering missing or replacement parts, always give the Model Number of the stove,
Part Number, and Part Description. Use the illustrations and part lists provided on thefollowing pages to identify parts.

Part No.

Description	Qty.

1		
Cabinet Top................................................ 1
2		
Cabinet, Back............................................. 1
3		
Cabinet, Left Side...................................... 1
4		
Cabinet, Front Asm.................................... 1
5		
Cabinet, Door Frame.................................. 1
6		
Cabinet, Door............................................. 1
7		
Knob, Cabinet Door................................... 1
8		
Screw, 8-32x1/4” Mach............................... 1
9		
Latch, Spring.............................................. 1
10		Nut, 10-24 ................................................. 8
11		
Screw, 10-24x1/2” Flat Head...................... 8

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Part No.

Description	Qty.

12		
Hinge, Door................................................ 4
13		
Back Brace................................................. 2
14		Thermostat Assembly................................ 1
15		
Chain Linkage, Thermostat........................ 1
16		Top Shield, Thermostat.............................. 1
17		
Screw, 10-16x3/4” Torx............................... 218		
Knob, Thermostat....................................... 1
19		
20		
Support, Hinge........................................... 1
21		
Clip, Hinge................................................. 1

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Part Ordering – VG810CL Sentry Coal™ stove
When ordering missing or replacement parts, always give the Model Number of the stove,
Part Number, and Part Description. Use the illustrations and part lists provided on thefollowing pages to identify parts.

Part No.

Description	Qty.

22		
Firebox Asm............................................... 1
23		
Firebrick.................................................... 1024		
Liner, Front & Rear..................................... 325		
Leg............................................................. 226		
Heat Shield, Upper..................................... 1
27		
Heat Shield, Lower..................................... 128		
Draft Control............................................... 129		
Clip, Spring................................................ 1
30		
Frame, Draft Damper................................. 1
31		
Pin, Draft Damper...................................... 1
32		
Support, Grate & Liner............................... 233		Retainer, Top Brick..................................... 2
34		
35		
Shield, Front............................................... 1
36		No.10x1/2” Torque H.D............................... 237		Ash Pan Assembly..................................... 138		
Damper Asm.............................................. 139		
Smoke Curtain........................................... 1
40		
Bracket, Smoke Curtain............................. 1
41		
Screw, 1/4-20x3/4” Flat Head..................... 1
42		Nut, 1/4-20 ................................................ 1
43		
Door, Ash................................................... 1
44		
Steel Liner.................................................. 1

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Part No.

Description	Qty.

45		
Gasket, 29” Ash Door................................. 1
46		
Door Asm., Feed........................................ 1
47		
Handle, Separable (Spring) ...................... 148		
Handle, Door.............................................. 149		
Latch, Door................................................ 1
50		
Spacer,....................................................... 1
51		
Screw, 1/4-20x3/4” Mach........................... 1
52		Nut, 1/4-20 ................................................ 153		
Gasket, 45” Feed Door............................... 154		
Pin, Door Hinge.......................................... 455		
Liner, Top.................................................... 1
56		Nut, 1/4-20 ................................................ 657		
Screw, 1/4-20x3/4” Flat Head..................... 658		
Flue Collar.................................................. 159		
Gasket........................................................ 1
60		
Fire Grate Extension.................................. 1
61		
Frame, Shaker Grate................................. 1
62		Retainer, Shaker Grate Cog....................... 1
63		
Handle, Shaker Grate................................ 164		
Cog, Right Hand, Shaker Grate................ 1
65		
Cog, Left Hand, Shaker Grate.................. 1
66		
Grate, Right Hand...................................... 1
67		
Grate, Left Hand........................................ 1

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Floor Protector Material Calculations
This stove has been tested for and must be installed on a floor protector with the proper Thermal
Resistance or R-value as stated in the installation instructions on page 3, “Locating Stove” step 1, of
this manual. If the floor protector materials listed in the instructions are not available, materials withan equivalent R-value may be substituted.
Alternate materials may be rated with C-factor (Thermal Conductance) or k-factor (Thermal
Conductivity) ratings which must be converted to R-value to determine if the alternate material meetsthe tested requirements. The following instructions provide the proper information and formulas forconversion to R-value.
To determine if alternate materials are acceptable follow this sequence.
1. Convert material specifications to R-value:a. R-value given — no conversion necessaryb. k-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in inches:
		 R = 1/k x T
c. C-factor is given: R = 1/C
2. Determine the R-value of proposed alternate floor protector:
a. Use formulas in step 1 above to calculate R-value of proposed material(s).
b. For multiple layers, add R-values of each layer to determine overall R-value.
3. If the overall R-value of the floor protector system is equal to or greater than the floor protector
specifications given, the alternate is acceptable.
Definitions:
Thermal conductance (C) =
		

BTU
=
(hr)(ft2)(°F)		

W(m )(°K)

Thermal conductivity (k) =		(Btu)(inch)=(hr)(ft2)(°F)		

W=(m)(°K)		

Thermal resistance (R) =		(ft2)(hr)(°F)=
Btu		

(m2)(°K)W2

Btu(hr)(ft)(°F)

Example:The specs of floor protector material should be 3/4-inch thick material with a k-factor of 0.84.
The proposed alternative material is 4” brick with a C-factor of 1.25 over 1/8-inch mineral board
with a k-factor of 0.29.
Step 1: Convert specs to R-value.
		 R = 1/k x T = 1/0.84 x 0.75 = 0.893 System must have a R-value of 0.893 = Rspecs
Step 2: Calculate R-value of individual components
		 4” Brick with C-factor = 1.25. R = 1/C = 1/1.25 = 0.80 = Rbrick		 1/8-inch (0.125”) mineral board with k-factor = 0.29. R = 1/0.29 x 0.125 = 0.431 = Rmin.brd.
Step 3: Add R-values of components to get total R-value of system
		 Rbrick + Rmin.brd = 0.80 + 0.431 = 1.231 = Rsystem
Step 4: Compare Rsystem to Rspecs
		 Rsystem = 1.231 is larger than Rspecs of 0.893. System R-value exceeds the required		 specifications and therefore is an acceptable alternative.

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Chimney Connector Systems & Clearances
A. Brick Masonry
Minimum 3.5˝/ 89mm thick brick masonry all framed
into combustible wall with a minimum of 12˝/305mm
brick separation from clay liner to combustibles. The
fireclay liner shall run from outer surface of brick wallto, but not beyond, the inner surface of chimney flueliner and shall be firmly cemented in place.

B. Insulated Sleeve
Solid-insulated, listed factory-built chimney length of
the same inside diameter as the chimney connector andhaving 1˝/25.4mm or more of insulation with a minimum 9˝/229mm air space between the outer wall of thechimney length and combustibles.

C.	Ventilated Thimble
Sheet steel chimney connector, minimum 24 gauge inthickness, with a ventilated thimble, minimum 24 gauge
in thickness, having two 1˝/25.4mm air channels, separated from combustibles by a minimum of 6˝/152mm
of glass fiber insulation. Opening shall be covered, andthimble supported with a sheet steel support, minimum
24 gauge in thickness.

D. Chimney Section Pass-throughSolid insulated, listed factory-built chimney length withan inside diameter 2˝/51mm larger than the chimney
connector and having 1˝/25.4mm or more of insulation,
serving as a pass-through for a single wall sheet steel
chimney connector of minimum 24 gauge thickness, witha minimum 2˝/51mm air space between the outer wall ofchimney section and combustibles. Minimum length ofchimney section shall be 12˝/305mm chimney section
spaced 1˝/25.4mm away from connector using sheet steel
support plates on both ends of chimney section. Opening shall be covered, and chimney section supported on
both sides with sheet steel support securely fastened towall surfaces of minimum 24 gauge thickness. Fasteners used to secure chimney section shall not penetratechimney flue liner.

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Company Testimony:“For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever
believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life”
John 3:16

This Vogelzang heating appliance is safe when installed properly and will provide you with years ofservice. However, always exercise good judgement when you are using this stove. You are dealing with
FIRE! Fire is inherently dangerous and must be treated with respect. Stay warm and in good health!
Respectfully yours,

Steve Vogelzang
Proprietor

Optional F-1 Blower for
Vogelzang Heat Circulator Stove Models
VG820E and VG810CL
For more even heat distribution, the
Vogelzang Heat Circulator blower draws
heat from around the firebox and blows
it under the stove unit into the room.
Attaches easily to existing panels on Vogelzang
stove models VG820E and VG810CL. Switch/thermostat unit may be mounted in different positions
for various comfort levels.
Prewired, after mounting simply plug into
standard 110 volt house wiring. Three-position
switch allows manual or thermostatic control.

Do NOT use this stove in a
mobile home, Manufactured Home,
trailer or Tent — NO EXCEPTIONS!

MADE IN CHINA
Vogelzang International Corporation
400 West 17th Street
Holland, Michigan 49423
www.vogelzang.com
Phone: 1-616-396-1911
Fax: 1-616-396-1971

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