STANDARD Boxwood stove
Model BX26E Owners Manual(save this manual for future reference)

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING THE
INSTALLATION OR OPERATINGTHE STOVE. Failure to follow
instructions may result inproperty da m age , bodily
injury, or even death.

Do NOT use this stove in a
mobile home, Manufactured Home,
trailer or TENT – NO EXCEPTIONS!
NOTE: This stove is
NOT a UL listed stove.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 1 & 2).
2. Do not install this stove
in a mobile home, manufactured home, trailer or tent
NO EXCEPTIONS! (per HUD Federal
Standard: 24 CFR Ch.XX).
3. 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.
4. If any parts are missing or defective, please
notify the dealer or manufacturer immedi-

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ately. DO NOT OPERATE A STOVE THATIS MISSING ANY PARTS!
Do not tamper with combustion air control
beyond normal adjustment capacities.
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.
Do not connect to any air distribution duct or system.
Do NOT connect a wood burning stove
to an aluminum Type B gas vent. This is not
safe. Use approved masonry or a UL 103 HT
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).
Be sure that your chimney is safely constructed and in good repair. Have the chimney
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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

Tools necessary to complete the assembly of this product are as follows: (a) adjustable wrench(b) flat blade screwdriver (c) Phillips screwdriver (d) pliers. Tools are not included.
Approximate assembly time is 45 minutes.
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inspected by the fire department or a qualified
inspector. Your insurance company should be
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 10).
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 optional grate or slide damper.
Dispose of ashes in a metal container with atight fitting lid. Other waste shall not be not
be placed in this container. Keep the 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 thoroughly cooled. The ashes
may be buried in the ground or picked up by arefuse 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 takeprudent precautions. Open windows anddoors as needed to clear smoke and/or odor.
Paint discoloration will occur if the stove isover fired.
16. This stove has a painted surface whichis durable but it will not stand rough handlingor abuse. When installing your stove, use carein handling. Clean with soap and warm water

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when stove is NOT hot. Do not use any acids
or scouring soap, as these solvents wear anddull the finish.
17. 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.
18. 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.
19. Keep stove area clear and free from all
combustible materials, gasoline, and otherflammable vapors and liquids.
20. To prevent burns, always wear protective
clothing, leather hearth gloves and eye
protection, while tending the fire.
21. While in operation, keep the feed door closed
and secured at all times except while tending
the fire.
22. Do not over fire the stove. Over firing will
occur if the feed door is left open during
operation. Such actions can result in very
dangerous operating conditions.
23. All power cords and electrical appliances
and/or assemblies must be kept outside of theclearance dimensions shown in this manual for
combustible materials.
24. 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 should
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 required

Safety Glasses
Hearth Gloves
Pencil
6 foot Folding Rule orTape Measure
Tin Snips
Drill: Hand or Electric

1/8” dia. Drill Bit(sheet metal screws)
Screwdrivers(blade and Phillips types)
5/16” Nut Driver or Ratchetwith 5/16” Socket (for 1/4”
Hex Nuts)
11mm Nut Driver or
Ratchet with 11mm Socket(for Stove Bolts)

materials required(NOTE: The following items are NOT included with your stove)
Flooring Protection: 48” x 70” Chimney: Existing 6” Lined Maas specified (see page 3)
sonry Chimney or 6” Inside Dia.
Chimney Connection: 6” black listed Type HT chimney.
steel (24 ga. min.) straight or Furnace Cement (manufacturer
elbow (as required)recommends Rutland Code 78
or equivalent)
1/2” Sheet Metal Screws

CAUTION: Stove is heavy. Make sure you
have adequate help and use proper
lifting techniques whenever moving
stove.

Refer to diagram and parts lists at back of thismanual.
ill. C –1. Uncrate the stove and remove packing mateHearth
rials and protective poly bag. (Save exterior
Assembly
cardboard box for further assembly.)
6. Attach the front legs to hearth with long stove
2. Remove parts from inside of stove. Parts
bolts (B), flat washers (E) and hex nuts (F).
include: one swing top (#9), two lids (#10), one
lid support (#11) one damper collar (#13), one 7. Carefully lift stove upright and place in desired
feed door (#7), one lid lifter (#15), one slide
damper (#5), four legs (#1), hardware packill. D –(#16), and S-Hook (#17) from inside firebox.
Front Leg
Assembly

location (see following instructions for properly
locating stove).
8. Attach damper collar
to rear top surfaceof stove using shortstove bolts (A) flat
ill. A – Hardware Pack
washers (E) and hex
3. Place flattened carton on floor and carefullynuts (F).
turn stove over onto carton.
9. Place swing top in
4. Attach the rear legs to base of stove withposition on top oflong stove bolts (B),stove. To install,position at approxiflat washer (E)and hex nut (F).
mately 45 dgree an5. Attach hearth to bottom
ill. E – Damper Collar
gle to stove (dashedof stove with two shortlines in ill. F) until pins drop into locator holes
stove bolts (A), washthen swing into position.
ers (E) and hex nuts (F).
ill. B – Rear Leg
Assembly

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Assembly Instructions continued…

ill. F – Swing Top, Lid Support & Lids (2)10. Place lid support and two lids in position on
swing top (see ill. F).
11. Place the slide draft into position on thehearth. Hold in position with round head stovebolt (C) andlarge flat washer (D).
12. L ow e r f e e ddoor into position whilealigning hingepins.
13. Place S-Hookin hole at left
front corner ofhearth. Note:
S-Hook is used
ill. G– Slide Draft, Door &to hang lid liftS-Hook (lid lifter storage) Location
er while not inuse.

Locating Stove
Proper clearances must be maintained for adequatetion with three (3) sheet metal screws in eachstove pipe and/or elbow joint to firmly hold the
air circulation. Adequate ventilation must be
pipe sections together. Do Not connect
provided while operating this stove.
this stove to any air distribu1. The stove must be placed on solid concrete,tion or duct system.
solid masonry, or when installed on a combustible floor, on a listed floor protector, such 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 ,connector stove pipe, and corner clearancesas Hy-C or Imperial Model UL 4870BK or
using the location drawings (figure 1 & 2) andequivalent. The base must extend at least 18”
your local building codes or fire protection
beyond the front of the hearth, 18” to the sides
ordinances.
of the stove, and must extend under the stove
pipe if it is elbowed towards a wall (see figure
NOTE: Drywall faced with brick or stone must
1 and consult local building codes and fire
be considered a combustible surface.
protection ordinances.)
6. Do Not install this stove in a mobile
home, Manufactured Home, trailer or
CAUTION: (Fire Hazard) Carpeting andother combustible material Must not
Tent – NO EXCEPTIONS! (HUD Federal
cover the floor protector. These
Standard: 24 CFR Ch.xx)
materials must remain outside of
7. The clearances provided are minimum
combustible clearances, see fig. 1- 2.
dimensions determined by NFPA. Installationof this stove must comply with the latest edi2. The stove must have its own flue. Do nottion of NFPA 211 for reduced clearances and/or
connect this unit to a chimney
your local building code rulings. Use whichever
flue serving other appliances.
minimum dimensions are LARGEST.
3. After observing the clearances to combustible
Failure to follow these minimum clearmaterials (figure 1 & 2), locate your floor
ance requirements may result in an unsafe
protector accordingly (figure 1) and careinstallation and could cause a fire.
fully place the stove in your selected location. 8. This stove is NOT a UL listed stove.
Install connector pipe, elbows, and thimble as
required, utilizing either a recently cleaned andinspected 6” masonry chimney or a 6” i.d. listed
chimney. Maximum 64 square inches.
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DASHED LINE SHOWSHORIZONTAL CHIMNEY
CONNECTOR AND
ADDITIONAL FLOORPROTECTION REQUIRED36" 38"18"

BACKWALLCOMBUSTIBLECONSTRUCTIONPER NFPA 211

FLOOR
PROTECTOR

70"
SIDEWALLCOMBUSTIBLECONSTRUCTIONPER NFPA 211

18”

36"
18"

18"

48"

(TOP VIEW)

Fig. 1 – Minimum Clearance Dimensions from Combustible Surfaces

CORNER CLEARANCES

36"

36"

Fig. 2 – Top View
Minimum Corner Clearances from
Combustible Surfaces

Minimum Clearances
To Combustible Surfaces
Unit to Sidewall......................... 36 inches
Unit to Backwall......................... 36 inches
Unit Corner to Wall..................... 36 inches
Pipe Connector to Backwall........... 38 inches
Pipe Connector to Ceiling............. 18 inches
CAUTION: Keep furnishings and othercombustible materials away form thestove.

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Connector Pipe Installation
1. The smooth end of the stovepipe fits over thetion. The use of more than two 90° bends may
cast iron damper collar. Secure with three (3)decrease the amount of draw and possibly
sheet metal screws.
cause smoke spillage. Where possible, use only
corrugated (nonadjustable) elbows. These
2. Horizontal pipe runs must slope upwards
provide a better seal.
towards the chimney at least 1/4” per foot ofhorizontal run.
7. The connector pipe must not pass through an
attic or roof space, trusses, closet, or any con3. You must have at least 18 inches of clearance
cealed space, or floor, ceiling, wall or combusbetween any horizontal piping and the ceiltible construction. A UL 103 HT Listed chiming.
ney must be used from the first penetration of
4. The pipe cannot extend into the chimney flue
ceiling or wall to the chimney cap. Never(figure 3).
use single wall connector pipe
5. Secure pipe/elbow sections with three (3) sheetasa chimney - a house fire could
metal screws at each joint to make the piping
result.
rigid.
6. It is recommended that no more than two (2)NOTE: Stove pipe is NOT INCLUDED.
90° bends be used in the stovepipe installaTO PURCHASE PIPE, Visit your local
hardware, HOME or building center. See “Locating Stove” page 3 foradditional specifications.

	CORRECT	

WRONG

WRONG

Fig. 3 – 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 4–7. 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 4.
THIMBLECOLLAR
6˝ ROUND
24 ga. BLACKSTOVEPIPE

CHIMNEY
FLUE
5/8" TILE
CHIMNEY
LINER

8˝ MIN.
LINER
BELOW
ENTRY
HOLE

MASONRY
CHIMNEY

Fig. 4 - 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. 5 - Chimney Construction Through Attic Space
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Manufactured Chimney
Refer to chimney and chimney
connector maker’s instructions for
installation and use.

Fig. 6 - Chimney Construction Through Roof

Use only 6” diameter listed chimney UL 103
HT. Chimney made to this listing is High Temperature rated to 2100 degrees Fahrenheit. Usechimney from only one manufacturer. Never mix
brands. Carefully follow the chimney manufacturer’s stated requirements and clearances. Use
the chimney manufacturer’s attic guards, roof

Fig. 7 - Chimney Connection to Firebox
Through Masonry Wall

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supports, flashing, radiation shields and fire stops
when passing through a ceiling. Use a listed wallpass-thru when passing through a combustiblewall. Do not use makeshift compromises during
installation. Also see Chimney Connector Systems
on page 14. 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 aflue 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 insurance
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company if you cannot find a qualified expert.
CAUTION: Not all fireplaces are suitablefor conversion to a wood stove. Check
with a qualified expert.
Many prefabricated fireplaces are of the “zeroclearance fireplace” category. These consist ofmulti-layered metal construction. They are designed with enough insulation and/or air coolingon the base, back and sides so they can be safely
installed in direct contact with combustible floors
and walls. Although many prefabricated fireplaces
carry endorsements from nationally recognizedorganizations for use as fireplaces, they have notbeen tested for connection to wood stove heaters.
Connecting a stove to such a device will void the
manufacturer’s warranty.
Steel-lined fireplaces are constructed with
1/4” firebox liner, an air chamber in connection
with 8” of masonry. These can be safely used withwood burning stoves. They contain all the essential
components of a fireplace, firebox, damper, throat,smoke shelf, and smoke chamber. Many look identical to masonry fireplaces and should be checked
carefully before connecting a stove to them.
Venting a stove directly into a fireplace does
not meet code and should not be attempted. (Thisconstitutes connection to another appliance - thefireplace.) Combustion products will be depositedand build up in the firebox or fireplace. The stove
warranty will be void with such an installation. Do
not create a hazard in your home by connecting inthis manner.

Fireplace Installation
Do Not Attempt to route chimney connector pipe through the throat of a fireplace. Directly connecting the stovepipe into theexisting masonry chimney (figure 12 “Type A”
fireplace conversion) of the fireplace is the only approved method of installation. This is a complicatedand involved 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,
combustible trimwork, ceilings and walls.
Positioning the center of the stove pipe entry
into the chimney 24” below the ceiling should
insure proper clearance for a 6” stovepipe.
2. Install a metal or fire clay (5/8” minimum thickness) thimble. Make sure the thimble is flushwith the inner surface of the chimney liner anddoes not protrude into the flue (see figure 4 onpage 6).
3. Secure the thimble with refractory mortar. The
thimble should be surrounded by 8” of solid
unit masonry brickwork or 24” of stone.
4. Install the stovepipe into the thimble as far as
possible without extending past the flue lining(see figures 4 on page 6).
5. A small airspace (about 1/2”) should remain
between the stovepipe and thimble to allow for
expansion of the pipe. Seal this airspace withhigh-temperature caulking or ceramic wool.
6. Secure and seal the damper in the closed position 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.

Fig. 8 - Fireplace Conversion
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Operating Instructions
CAUTION: HOUSE FIRE HAZARDS• Do not store wood on floor protector, underneath stovepipe or anywhere within minimum clearances fromcombustible surfaces specified forthis stove.
• Over firing may cause a house fire.
You are over firing If the stove or
chimney connector glows red.
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 stove — whether in use or instorage.
Operating Safety Precautions
1.		 Never over fire this stove by building excessively hot fires as a house/building fire may result. You are overfiring the stove If stove or stovepipe
begins to glow or turn red.
2.		 Never build extremely large fires
in this type of stove as damage to thestove or smoke leakage may result.
3.		 Stove is HOT while in operation. Keepchildren, clothing, and Furniture awayfrom hot stove. Contact may cause
skin burns. Do not touch the stoveafter firing until it has cooled.
4.		 Provide air into the room for proper combustion.
5.		 Inspect stovepipe every 60 days.
Replace immediately if stovepipe isrusting or leaking smoke into theroom.

This stove is designed to burn
WOOD FUEL ONLY.
Hardwood, 18” to 20” should be split and air
dried (seasoned), for 6 months to obtain maximum
burning efficiency. Wood should be stored in a dry,well ventilated area.
NOTICE: Use solid wood materials only.
Do Not burn garbage or flammablefluids. Do Not Use Coal as Coal or
charcoal will destroy the Grate and/or the Firebox.

NOTE: A 2” layer of sand or a layer offirebrick must be used as bottom insulationin the Boxwood stove. An optional castiron grate, 26G, may be used in addition
to firebrick or sand. See Accessory Sheet
included with this manual for ordering
information.
Lighting
1. Open draft damper fully to provide maximum
draft.
2. Open the feed door and place several wads ofcrushed paper in the firebox.
3. Lay small stacks of kindling on the paper tostart the fire.
4. Light the paper and kindling, close the doorand secure tightly.
5. Add fuel after fire is burning briskly. Use care
not to smother the kindling fire when adding
wood. Close the door and secure tightly.
6. Adjust the draft damper and slide draft
control. The more closed the slide draft is set,
the lower and slower the fire will burn. The
more open, the faster and hotter the fire will
burn. Do not over fire the stove.
Adding Fuel
Add small amounts of fuel each hour or so
instead of piling large quantities of fuel at one
time. This will insure a more complete combustion
process and less buildup of tars, soot, or creosote
will occur in the chimney.
1. Always open draft damper before opening thefeed door.
2. When adding fuel be careful not to smother thefire.
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3. Close the feed door and secure tightly.
4. Adjust the damper and slide draft control.
5. Empty ashes regularly. Do not allow ashes
to pile up higher than the top lip of the slide
draft.
6. Properly dispose of hot ashes (see Safety
Instructions, item #14 on page 2.)
7. Do not over fire the stove.
CAUTION: DO NOT OVER FIRE appliance.
Too much wood or burning nonrecommended materials such as
trash or flammable liquids may cause
overfiring. You are over firing if thechimney connectors or stove glows
red. Close the door, slide draft anddamper immediately to reduce the air
supply to the fire. This will slow down
the fire.

CAUTION: Slow burning fires and extended use may cause excessive creosote buildup. Ignition of creosotebuildup or over firing may cause achimney fire. Chimney fires burn extremely hot and may ignite surrounding materials. In case of a chimney fire
immediately LEAVE THE BUILDING AND
call the fire department FROM A SAFELOCATION.

Maintenance & Service Hints
ASH DISPOSAL – Do not allow ashes toaccumulate higher than the slide draft. Dispose ofproperly. (See Safety Instructions #14, page 2.)
Chimney Draft – Draft is a function of
the chimney, not the stove — do not expect thestove to draw. Smoke spillage into the house or
excessive buildup of condensation or creosote in
the chimney are warnings that the chimney is NOT
functioning properly. Correct the problem before
using the stove. Following are some possible causes
for improper draft.
1. The connector stovepipe may be pushed
into the chimney too far, stopping the draft.
2. If the chimney temperature is too cool,water will condense in the chimney and run backinto the stove. Creosote formation will be rapid
and may block the chimney. Operate the stove at afire level high enough to keep the chimney warm
to prevent condensation from forming.
3. If the fire burns well but sometimes creates
excess smoke or 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 overa house or tree, falls on top of the chimney likewater over a dam, beating down the smoke. The
top of the chimney should be at least three (3) feetabove the roof and be at least two (2) feet higher
than any point of the roof within ten (10) feet.
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CREOSOTE – Formation and Removal.
Slow-burning wood produces tar and other organic
vapors which combine with expelled moisture toform creosote. Creosote vapors condense in therelatively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire.
As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the fluelining. If ignited, this creosote creates an extremely
hot fire which may ignite surrounding materials
resulting in a building fire.
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 brushor other commonly available materials from yourlocal hardware retailer.
Chimney Inspections – The chimney
connector and chimney should be inspected at the
beginning of and at least twice a month during
the heating season to determine if a creosote buildup
has occurred.
Chimney fires burn very hot. If the chimney
connector should glow red, reduce the fire by closing the damper and spin draft control and immediately call the fire department.

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Maintenance & Service continued …
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 expert before
using again.

A fire in the stove may be smothered bypouring a large quantity of coarse salt, baking soda,
or cool ashes on top of the fire.
Stove Joints – Required Tune-up.
This stove is manufactured with cast ironcomponents. It does not have weldedseams. Periodic “tune up” may be required byrefilling and/or replacing the cement/joint mortar
along the seams where the cast iron components
meet.

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Ordering Parts - BX26E Boxwood stove
When ordering missing or replacement parts, always give the Model Number of the stove,
Part Number, and Part Description. Use the illustration and parts list provided to identify parts.
Part No.
1		
2		
3		
4		
5		
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7		
8		
9		
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Description	Qty.
Leg................................................................ 4
Bottom.......................................................... 1
Side.............................................................. 2
Back.............................................................. 1
Slide Draft Damper....................................... 1
Front............................................................. 1
Feed Door..................................................... 1
Top................................................................ 1
Swing Top..................................................... 1
Lid................................................................. 2
Lid Support................................................... 1
Hearth........................................................... 1
Damper Collar Assembly.............................. 1
Door Handle Assembly ................................ 1
Lid Lifter (L-1)............................................... 1
Hardware Pack, Complete ........................... 1
S-Hook (used to hang lid lifter)..................... 1
Door Latch.................................................... 1
Retainer Bolts............................................... 4

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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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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,

Proprietor

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

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

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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