Non-Catalytic
Convection
HeaterModel 2479

Homeowner’s Installation and Operating Manual
2278 SAFETY NOTICE
If this heater is not properly installed,
Dutchwest operated, and maintained, a house ﬁre may result.
For safety, follow all installation,
noncatoperation and maintenance directions. Contact local
building ofﬁcials about restrictions
cover and installation inspection requirements in your
area.
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The Dutchwest Model 2479 covered in this Owner’s Guide has been tested andlisted by OMNI - Test Laboratories, Inc. of Beaverton, Oregon. The test standards utilized were UL 1482 for the United States and ULC S-627 for Canada.
Dutchwest Model 2479 is not listed for mobile home installations.
This heater meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s
emission limits for wood heaters sold on or after July 1, 1990.

PLEASE NOTE
Read this entire manual before you install and use
your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions
may result in property damage, bodily injury or loss oflife. Save these instructions for future use.

Table of Contents

Accessories

Speciﬁcations ............................................................ 3• Clearance-reducing Right Side Heat Shields• Clearance-reducing Heat Shields for single-wall

Installation ..........................................................4
Clearances .......................................................10
Assembly ..........................................................16
Operation ..........................................................18
Maintenance .....................................................23
Illustrated Parts List ..........................................30

stove pipe

• Variable-speed Blower• Outside Air Termination Kit• Clearance Reducing Rear Exit Flue Heat Shield• Clearance Reducing Top Exit Flue Heat Shield

Warranty ...........................................................32

Proposition 65 Warning: Fuels used in gas, woodburning or oil ﬁred appliances, and the products of
combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.
California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6
Patents:
U.S.: D288357, 4502395, 4646712
Resolute Acclaim: 4683868,D308246
Canada: 1235969. Other foreign mechanical patents issued.

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Speciﬁcations
A

D

C

G
F

H

B

E

Model 2479
A
29¹⁄₄” (743 mm)
B
29³⁄₄” (756 mm)
C
32¹⁄₂” (826 mm)
D
2278 24¹⁄₂” (622 mm)
E
19” (483 mm)
DutchwestF
noncat30¹⁄₄”
specs(768 mm) Center of Flue Collar, Rear Exit
5/04 34” (864 mm)
GH
5³⁄₄” (146 mm)
Log length24” (610 mm)
Maximum burn time1
Up to 14 hrs.
Average area heated (sq. ft.)2
1000 - 2400 (93 - 223 m2)
Range of heat output4
11,300 - 26,500 Btu/hr.
Maximum heat output1
55,000 Btu/hr.
EPA emissions rating4 (g/h, non-catalytic)
1.31
Weight
480 lbs. (218 kg)
Loading
Side or front
Flue exit position (reversible)
Top or rear
Air control
One
Fig. 1 Dutchwest Convection Heater speciﬁcations.

1. Maximum burn times and heat outputs are based on laboratory testing using full loads of seasoned hardwoods, and may vary in individual use
depending on how the stove is operated, type and moisture content of fuels, and other factors. Maximum burn times are achieved under different
operating conditions than are maximum heat outputs.
2. These values are based on operation in building code-conforming homes under typical Winter climate conditions in the northeastern U.S. If yourhome is of nonstandard construction (e.g. unusually well-insulated, not insulated, built underground, or if you live in a more severe or more temperate climate), these ﬁgures may not apply. Since so many variables affect performance, consult your Dutchwest Authorized Dealer to determine
realistic expectations for your home.
4. Under speciﬁc conditions used during EPA emissions testing.

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Installation
SAFETY NOTICE: IF YOUR DUTCHWEST CONVECTION HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED,
OPERATED AND MAINTAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY
RESULT. FOR SAFETY, FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DIRECTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALSABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATIONINSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.
Before you begin the installation, review your plans to
conﬁrm that:• Your stove and chimney connector will be far enoughfrom combustible material to meet all clearance requirements.
• The ﬂoor protector is large enough and is constructed
properly to meet all requirements.
• You have obtained all necessary permits from local
authorities.
Your local building ofﬁcial is the ﬁnal authority for approving your installation as safe and for determiningthat it meets local and state codes.
Clearance and installation information is printed on themetal label attached to the rear of the stove. Local authorities generally will accept the label as evidence that,when the stove is installed according to the informationon the label and in this manual, the installation meetscodes and can be approved.
Codes vary in different areas, however. Before starting
the installation, review your plans with the local building
authority. Your local dealer can provide any additional
information needed.
Important: Failure to follow these installation instructions may result in a dangerous situation, including achimney or house ﬁre. Follow all instructions exactly,
and do not allow makeshift compromises to endanger
property and personal safety.

Masonry Chimneys
If you use an existing masonry chimney, it must be
inspected to ensure safe condition before the stoveis installed. Your local professional chimney sweep,building inspector, or ﬁre department ofﬁcial will be able
either to make the inspection or to direct you to someone who can.
An inspection of the chimney must conﬁrm that it hasa lining. Do not use an unlined chimney. The chimney should also be examined for cracks, loose mortar,other signs of deterioration, and blockage. Repair any
defects before the chimney is used with your stove.
Unused openings in an existing masonry chimney must
be sealed with masonry to the thickness of the chimneywall, and the chimney liner should be repaired. Openings sealed with pie plates or wallpaper are a hazard
and should be sealed with mortar or refractory cement.
In the event of a chimney ﬁre, ﬂames and smoke may
be forced out of these unused thimbles.
The chimney should be thoroughly cleaned before use.
A newly-built masonry chimney must conform to thestandards of your local building code or, in the absenceof a local code, to a recognized national code. Masonrychimneys must be lined, either with code-approved
masonry or pre-cast refractory tiles, stainless steel
pipe, or a code-approved, “poured-in-place” liner. The
chimney’s clean-out door must seal tightly.
Prefabricated Double-Wall
Insulated Chimney

Chimney Types
Your Dutchwest Convection Heater must be connectedto 1) a chimney complying with the requirements forType HT chimneys in the standard for Chimneys, Factory-Built, Residential Type and Building Heating Appliance, UL 103, or 2) a code-approved masonry chimney
with a ﬂue liner.
Whatever kind you use, the chimney and chimney connector must be in good condition and kept clean.

Tile Lined
Masonry
Chimney

ST241

Fig. 2 If in sound condition and approved for use, either amasonry or a prefabricated chimney may be used.
ST241
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A prefabricated metal chimney must be one tested andlisted for use with solid-fuel burning appliances.
A horizontal connector run should be inclined 1/4” perfoot (20 mm per meter) from the stove toward thechimney. The recommended maximum length of a horizontal run is 3 feet (1m) and the total length of chimney
connector should be no longer than 8 feet (2.5m).

Chimney Height
For proper draft and good performance, the chimney
should extend at least 16’ (5 m) above the ﬂue collar of
the stove.
The chimney must also extend at least 3’ (914 mm)above the highest point where it passes through a roof,
and at least 2’ (610 mm) higher than any portion of abuilding within 10’ (3 m). (Fig. 2)
DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEYFLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.

Guidelines for Installing
the Chimney Connector
The chimney connector is the single-wall pipe, or listed
and approved double-wall pipe that connects the stove
to the chimney. The chimney itself is a masonry or
prefabricated structure that encloses the ﬂue. Chimney
connectors are used only to make the connection fromthe stove to the chimney.
Do not pass the chimney connector through a combustible wall, ﬂoor, or ceiling, through an attic or roof space,or through a closet or similar concealed space. If passage through a combustible wall is unavoidable, follow
the recommendations in the following section on Wall
Pass-Throughs. Keep the passage as short and direct
as possible, with no more than two 90 degree turns.

Two Types of Connector
You may use either a single-wall steel connector of thesize and gauge described below, or a listed and approved double-wall connector.

Single-Wall Connector
The single-wall chimney connector should be made of
24 gauge or heavier steel, and must have a minimum
internal diameter of 6” (150 mm) for model 2479.

0 To 10'
2' Min.

3'Min.

0 To 10'Install single-wall chimney connector not less than 18”(450 mm) from the ceiling.

2' Min.

In cathedral ceiling installations, extend the prefabricated chimney downward to within 8 feet (2.5 meters)of the stove. The entire chimney connector should be
exposed and accessible for inspection and cleaning.

3'
Min.

Reference
Point
AC246

Fig. 3 The 2/3/10 rule for chimneys.
AC246

ChimneySize
4/1/96The Model 2479 heater should be vented into a masonry chimney with a square ﬂue with nominal ﬂue sizeof 8” x 8” (203 x 203 mm), or a round ﬂue with nominal
ﬂue size of 6” (152 mm).
Chimney liners larger than 8” x 12” (203 x 305 mm)may promote rapid cooling of smoke and reduction indraft, especially if they are located outside the home.
These large chimneys may need to be insulated orhave their ﬂues relined for proper stove performance.
Accessories to help make the connection between
stainless steel chimney liners and the stove are available through your local dealer.

Do not use galvanized chimney connector; it cannot
withstand the high temperatures that can be reachedby smoke and exhaust gases and it may release toxic
fumes under high heat.
Chimney

Flue Liner
Flue

Elbow

ThimbleSlip Pipe
Standard Connector

Flue Collar

Floor Protector

ST418

Fig. 4 Sections of a steel chimney connector of at least 24
gauge thickness are fastened together with screws toST418
connect the stove to the chimney.

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Double-Wall Connector
Information on assembling and installing double-wallconnectors is provided by the manufacturer of the
double-wall pipe. Follow the manufacturer’s installation
instructions exactly. Most manufacturers of prefabricated double-wall insulated chimneys also offer doublewall connector pipes. Using a chimney and connector
pipe from the same manufacturer helps simplify theassembly and installation.
NOTE: For installations using double-wall connectors, minimum clearances must conform to listed
clearances in the Stove and Chimney Connector
Clearance Charts on Page 12 and 13 of this manual.

2. Secure each joint between sections of chimney connector, including telescoping joints, with at least three
sheet metal screws.
3. Secure the chimney connector to the chimney. Instructions for various installations follow below.
4. Conﬁrm that the installed stove and chimney connector are correct distances from nearby combustible
material. See the clearance charts on pages 12 and 13.
NOTE: Special slip pipes and thimble sleeves that form
telescoping joints between sections of chimney connector are available to simplify installations. They caneliminate the need to cut individual connector sections.
Consult your local dealer about these special pieces.

Securing the Connector to a
Prefabricated Chimney

Assembling Single-Wall
Chimney Connector
SAFETY NOTE: Always wear gloves and safety
goggles when drilling, cutting or joining sections ofchimney connector.
For double-wall connectors, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions exactly. For single-wall connectors, follow
the instructions below.
1. Insert the crimped end of the ﬁrst section into thestove’s ﬂue collar, and keep each crimped end pointing
toward the stove (Fig.5). Using the holes in the ﬂue collar as guides, drill 1/8” (3 mm) holes in the bottom of theﬁrst section of chimney connector and secure it to theﬂue collar with three #10 x 1/2” sheet metal screws.

TowardStove

Follow the installation instructions of the chimney
manufacturer exactly as you install the chimney. The
manufacturer of the chimney will supply the accessories to support the chimney, either from the roof ofthe house, at the ceiling of the room where the stove isinstalled, or from an exterior wall.
Special adaptors are available from your local dealer
to make the connection between the prefabricatedchimney and the chimney connector. (Fig. 6) The topof such adaptors attach directly to the chimney or to thechimney’s ceiling support package, while the bottom of
the adaptor is screwed to the chimney connector.
These adaptors are designed so the top end will ﬁtoutside the inner wall of the chimney, and the bottom
end will ﬁt inside the ﬁrst section of chimney connector.
Any soot or creosote falling from the inner walls of thechimney will stay inside the chimney connector.
Prefab (Insulated)
Chimney

Flue Gas
Direction
Ceiling Support
Package
ST242

Fig. 5 Crimped sections always point toward the stove sothat any liquid condensation will not leak out.

Prefab Chimney
Adapter
Chimney Connector(Stovepipe)

ST242
Chimney connector
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ST419

Fig. 6 Joining the chimney connector to a prefabricatedchimney.

6

ST419
Joining the chomney
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Securing the Connector
to a Masonry Chimney
The Dutchwest Convection heater may be connected
to either a freestanding masonry chimney or a masonryﬁreplace chimney.

ThimbleSleeveFlue
Elbow

ThimbleKeep
SleeveEnd Flushwith Flue
Tile

Freestanding Installations
If the chimney connector must pass through a combustible wall to reach the chimney, follow the recommendations in the wall pass-through section that follows.
The opening through the chimney wall to the ﬂue(the “breech”) must be lined with either a ceramic or
metal cylinder, called the “thimble”, which is securely
cemented in place. (Fig. 7) Most chimney breeches
incorporate thimbles, but check to be sure the ﬁt is snug
and the joint between thimble and chimney wall ﬁrmly
cemented.
A special piece called the “thimble sleeve,” slightly
smaller in diameter than the standard connector andmost thimbles, will ease the removal of the chimney
connector system for inspection and cleaning. Thimble
sleeves should be available from your local dealer.
To install a thimble sleeve, slide it into the breech until
it is ﬂush with the inner ﬂue wall. Don’t extend it into
the actual ﬂue passage, as that could interfere with thedraft.
The thimble sleeve should protrude 1-2” (25-50 mm)
into the room. Use furnace cement and thin gasketing
to seal the sleeve in place in the thimble. Secure thechimney connector to the outer end of the sleeve withsheet metal screws.

Fireplace Installations Above the Fireplace
In this installation, the chimney connector rises fromthe stove, turns ninety degrees, and goes back into theﬁreplace chimney. The liner of the ﬁreplace chimney
should extend at least to the point at which the chimney
connector enters the chimney. Follow all the guidelines
for installing a chimney connector into a freestanding
masonry chimney, and pay special attention to these
additional points:

Chimney
Connector
Flue LinerFig. 7 The thimble, made of either ceramic or metal, must be
cemented in place securely.
Masonry Wall
ST243

thinble connection

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Chimney Connector Shield
Block-Off Plate
Chimney Connector

ST796asFig. 8 The connector enters ﬂue above the ﬁreplace. If theclearance between the chimney connector and either the
ST796
mantel and/or the ceiling is inadequate,
special protective
Dutchwest
shields will be required.
flue over mantel
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Flue Liner
Extend Chimney
Connector to theFirst Tile of the Flue
Liner
Observe
Miniumum Clearances• Check the stove and chimney connector clearances••

to combustible mantel or trim materials. Use thenecessary combination of mantel, trim, and connector heat shields to provide the required clearances.
(Fig. 8)
Double-check connector clearance from the ceiling.
The ﬁreplace damper must be closed and sealed
to prevent room air from being drawn up the ﬂue,
reducing the draft. However, it must be possible tore-open the damper to inspect or clean the chimney.

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DamperPlate isRemovedor Locked
in OpenPosition

Close Offthe Damper
Opening with
Sheet Metal
and Sealant

ST797

Fig. 9 The connector passes through the ﬁreplace to enter
ﬂue. Special Fireplace Adapter Kits to simplify ﬁreplace instalST797
lations are available fromyour local dealer.
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Fireplace Installations Through the Fireplace
The Convection heater may be installed either without
legs* as a ﬁreplace insert, or with standard legs attached - depending on the safety regulations that apply
to your situation, the height of the ﬁreplace opening andyour own preference. For either situation, the chimney
connector/positive connection kit extends back from thestove, enters the ﬁreplace cavity, and turns upward. Itthen passes through the ﬁreplace damper opening andsmoke chamber and connects to the chimney ﬂue.
In such installations, a “positive connection” must be
made to the chimney ﬂue with a special kit available
from your local dealer. Also, special clearance and ﬂoor
protection provisions must be observed. These provisions are discussed in the Clearance and Floor Protection sections respectively.

12”(305mm)Chimney Connector

12”(305mm)ST420

Fig. 10 Wall pass-through enclosed with noncombustible
materials.

Wall Pass-Throughs
Whenever possible, design your installation so the connector does not pass through a combustible wall. If you
must use a wall pass-through in your installation, checkwith your building inspector before you begin and construct it in accordance with local building codes. Alsocheck with the chimney connector manufacturer for any
speciﬁc requirements.

18” (450mm)
Empty SpaceAll Around theChimney Connector

Sheet Metal
ST420
Cover
wall pass through(One sidewith noncombust
only)
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Accessories are available for use as wall passthroughs. If using one of these, make sure it has beentested and listed for use as a wall pass-through.
All combustible material in the wall is cut away a sufﬁcient distance from the single-wall connector to provide
the required 12” (305 mm) clearance for the connector.
Any material used to close up the opening must be noncombustible.
The following wall pass-through methods may be approved in your area:• Use a section of listed factory-built chimney with anine-inch clearance to combustibles.
• Place a chimney connector pipe inside a ventilated
thimble, which is then separated from combustiblesby 6” (152 mm) of ﬁberglass insulating material.
• If the stove is installed without legs, we recommend
the use of noncombustible tiles or pavers as shims toallow air ﬂow into the convection air inlets under thestove. Make sure not to block air slots instove bottom
with shims or remove fan cover.
• Place a chimney connector pipe inside a section oflisted solid-insulated, factory-built chimney, with aninside diameter 2” (51 mm) larger than the chimney
connector and having 1” (25 mm) or more of insulation and maintaining a minimum 2 inch air space
between the outer wall of the chimney and combustibles.
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ST421

Fig. 11 Hollow wall pass-through.

DO NOT CONNECT THE HEATER TO ANY AIR
DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEMIn Canada: The Canadian Standards Association has
ST421 Figure 11 shows one
established different guidelines.
hollow wall pass throughmethod, in which all combustible
material in the wall is
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cut away to provide the required 18” (450 mm) clearance for the connector. The resulting space mustremain empty.

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A ﬂush-mounted sheet metal cover may be used on one
side only. If covers must be used on both sides, eachcover must be mounted on non-combustible spacers
at least 1” (25 mm) clear of the wall. Your Dutchwest
dealer or your local building inspector can provide details of other approved methods of passing a chimney
connector through a combustible wall. In Canada, thistype of installation must conform to CAN/CSA-B365,
Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances andEquipment.

C

B

A

NOTE: Do not vent your Dutchwest stove into a factorybuilt (zero-clearance) ﬁreplace. These appliances andtheir chimneys are speciﬁcally designed as a unit for
use as ﬁreplaces. It may void the listing or be hazardous to adapt them for any other use.

Floor Protection
A tremendous amount of heat radiates from the bottom
plate of your Dutchwest stove. The ﬂoor area directly
under and around the stove will require protection fromradiant heat as well as from stray sparks or embers that
may escape the ﬁrebox.
Heat protection is provided by the CFM Corporation
Bottom Heat Shield. Spark, ember and thermal protection must be provided by a ﬂoor protector constructedwith noncombustible material as speciﬁed.

B

B

A

A

A.
B.
C.

B

A

U.S.

Canada16”
6”
10”18” (457 mm)
8” (203 mm)
10” (254 mm)

ST798

Minimum Dimensions for Noncombustible Floor
Protectors (Width x Depth):
ST798

DWan
nonR-valuecat(1”/25mm thick minimum withof at least 1.19)

Model
2479

floor protection
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CanadaU.S.

51³⁄₄” x 46¹⁄₂” 55³⁄₄” x 50¹⁄₂” (1416 mm x 1238 mm)

Fig. 12 Be sure to follow exactly the minimum ﬂoor protection
requirements on all four sides of the stove.

In the US and Canada most installations will requirethat the bottom heat shield must be attached. Only
when the stove is placed on a completely noncombustible surface such as unpainted concrete over earth may
it be used without the heat shield.
Even when the bottom heat shield is installed, youmust provide special protection to the ﬂoor beneath.
For installation with the heat shield attached, use anapproved 1” (25mm) noncombustible hearth pad with K= 0.84 BTU/in ft2 hr °F or an equivalent material with an
R-value of at least 1.19. (Refer to “How to Determine
if Alternate Floor Protection Materials are Acceptable”
section) The ﬂoor protector may be covered with adecorative noncombustible material if desired. Do not
obstruct the space under the heater.
Protection requirements vary somewhat between the
United States and Canada as follows:
U.S. Installations: The ﬂoor protector is required under
the stove and must extend at least 16” from the front
and left (loading door) side of the stove, and at least 6”
from the right side and rear. (Fig. 12)
In Canada: a noncombustible ﬂoor protector is required
under the heater also. The ﬂoor protector must extend
18” (457mm) from the front and left (loading door) sideof the stove, and at least 8” (203mm) from the right sideand rear. (Fig. 12)

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ST799

Fig. 13 Combustible supporting timbers (A) may lie beneathﬁreplace hearths; such situations require additional ﬂoor
protection.

Due to the side loading door, ﬂoor protector requireST799 on the left side than on
ments call for more protection
the right. If you wish acombustible
more balancedsupport
look, increase
the other side of the hearth as well. Do not reduce side
timbers
protection under any circumstances.

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How to Determine if Alternate Floor Protection Materials are Acceptable
All ﬂoor protection must be noncombustible (i.e. metals,
brick, stone, mineral ﬁber boards, etc.). Any organic
materials (i.e. plastics, wood paper products, etc.) are
combustible and must not be used. The ﬂoor protection
speciﬁed includes some form of thermal designationsuch as R-value (thermal resistance) or k-factor (thermal conductivity).
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Procedure:
1. Convert speciﬁcations to R-value:i. R-value given - no conversion needed.
ii. k-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in
inches: R = 1 x T
kiii. K-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in
inches: R = 1
xT
K x 12
iv. r-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in
inches: R = r x T
2. Determine the R-value of the proposed alternate
ﬂoor protector:
i. Use the formula in Step 1 to convert values not
expressed as R.
ii. For multiple layers, add R-values of each layer todetermine overall R-value.
3. If the overall R-value of the system is greater thanthe R-value of the speciﬁed ﬂoor protector, the alternate is acceptable.
EXAMPLE: The speciﬁed ﬂoor protector should be 3/4inch thick material with k-factor of 0.84. The proposed
alternate is 4” brick with an r-factor of 0.2 over 1/8”
mineral board with a k-factor of 0.29
Step a: Use formula above to convert speciﬁcation to
R-value: R = 1 x T = 1 x 1.00 = 1.19
k
0.84
Step b: Calculate R of proposed system.
4” brick of r = 0.2, therefore:
Rbrick = 0.2 x 4 = 0.8
1/8” mineral board of k = 0.29, therefore
1
Rmineralboard =x 0.125 = 0.431
0.29
Rtotal = Rbrick + Rmineralboard = 0.8 + 0.431 = 1.231
Step c: Compare proposed system Rtotal of 1.231 to
speciﬁed R of 1.19. Since proposed system Rtotal isgreater than required, the system is acceptable.
Deﬁnitions(ft )(hr)(°F)
Btuk=(Btu)(in)= K x 12(ft2)(hr)(°F)

K = (Btu)(ft)(ft2)(hr)(°F)r=(ft2)(hr)(°F) 1=(Btu)(in)k

R=2

Fireplace Installations
The Dutchwest Model 2479 has a reversible ﬂue collar
to allow for either top exit or rear exit installations.

Many ﬁreplaces do not satisfy the “completely noncombustible” requirement because the brick or concrete hearth in front of the ﬁreplace opening usually is
supported by heavy wooden framing as in Figure 13.
Because heat passes readily through brick or concrete,
it can easily pass through to the wood. As a result, suchﬁreplace hearths are considered a combustible ﬂoor.
You may not install a heater on a combustible hearth
without legs. Standard leg installations must include thebottom heat shield. The ﬂoor protector must also meetstandard requirements for freestanding installations.

Floor Protection for Fireplace
Installations with Standard Legs
Fireplace installations with the standard legs and thebottom heat shield must have a ﬂoor protector of thesame construction as that speciﬁed for freestanding installations: use an approved 1” (25mm) noncombustible
hearth pad with K = 0.84 BTU/in ft2 hr °F or an equivalent material with an R-value of at least 1.19 (that may
be covered with a decorative noncombustible material
if you desire). (Refer to “How to Determine if Alternate
Floor Protection Materials are Acceptable: section) The
ﬂoor protector must extend at least 16” (406 mm) [18” /457 mm in Canada] from the front of the stove and fromthe left (loading door) side, and at least 6” (152 mm)[8” (203 mm) in Canada] from the right side and rear.
It must also provide protection beneath any horizontal
runs of the chimney connector, including 2” to either
side.
Many raised hearths will extend less than the required
distance from the front of the heater when it is installed.
In such cases, sufﬁcient ﬂoor protection, as describedabove, must be added to extend the hearth 16” (406mm) [18” (457 mm) in Canada].
Hearth rugs do not satisfy the requirements for ﬂoor
protection.
Fireplace insert installations also have speciﬁc clearance requirements to the side walls, side decorative
trim, and ﬁreplace mantel. This information is found in“Fireplace Installation Clearances” in this section.

REMINDER- FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATIONSWITHOUT LEGS ARE PERMISSIBLE ONLY IF THE
HEARTH IS COMPLETELY NONCOMBUSTIBLE,
SUCH AS UNPAINTED CONCRETE OVER EARTH.

You may install your Dutchwest Model 2479 in an existing ﬁreplace as a ﬁreplace insert with no legs, or withthe standard legs attached.
To install the heater without legs as a ﬁreplace insert,
the ﬂoor must be completely noncombustible, such as
an unpainted concrete ﬂoor over earth.

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Clearances
Keep the Stove a Safe Distance
From Surrounding Materials
Both a stove and its chimney connector radiate heat inall directions when operating. A safe installation requires that adequate clearance be maintained between
the stove and nearby combustible materials to ensurethat such materials do not overheat.
Clearance is the distance between either your stove or
chimney connector, and nearby walls, ﬂoors, the ceiling,
and any other ﬁxed combustible surface. Keep furnishings and other combustible materials away from thestove as well. In general, a distance of 48” (1220 mm)
must be maintained between the stove and moveable
combustible items such as drying clothes, furniture,
newspapers, ﬁrewood, etc. Keeping those clearance
areas empty assures that nearby surfaces and objects
will not overheat.

Safe Ways to Reduce ClearancesYour stove has speciﬁc clearance requirements thathave been established through careful research andtesting to UL and ULC standards.
Clearance requirements have been established to meet
every installation possibility, and they involve the combination of basic variables:

•
•
•
•
•

When the stove has no listed heat shield
When the stove has a listed heat shield
When the wall has no heat shield
When the wall has a heat shield
When the stove has a double-wall chimney connector

ST809

Fig. 14 Extra ﬂoor protection may be required for the ﬁreplace hearth, even if your stove is installed with the legs andST809
the bottom heat shield.
stove n fireplace
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Fireplace Installation Clearances
A ﬁreplace installation requires special clearance between the:• Side of the stove and the right and left walls• Side of the stove and the decorative side trim on
the ﬁreplace face

• Top of the stove and the mantel
In addition, both Fireplace Adaptor and Fireplace Insert
installations have special ﬂoor protection requirementsthat are addressed in the section on Floor Protection.

M• When the stove has a single-wall connectorTTwith heat shields, or without heat shields
In general, the greatest clearance is required when you
locate a stove with no heat shield near a wall with noheat shield. The least clearance is required when boththe stove and the wall have heat shields. Reducing a
stove clearance may require a listed heat shield on thechimney connector as well, or a double-wall connector.
Clearances may be reduced only by means approvedby the regulatory authority and in accordance with theclearances listed in this manual. The charts and sample
installations that follow list all the clearances required
for the various installation conﬁgurations of Dutchwest
Convection Heaters.

T

S

ST800

Side Walls (S) ................ 20¹⁄₂” (521 mm)
Trim (T) .......................... 8” (203 mm)
ST800
Top Trim (TT) .................
13” (330 mm)
fireplace
Mantel (M) .....................
27” (686 mm)
installFig. 15 Minimum clearances for ﬁreplace installation. Recommended clearances must be maintained between stove andthe surrounding combustible components.

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Designing a Safe Installation

Clearance Chart Reference Diagrams

The section that follows contains charts with the information that you’ll need to make your installation safe.
Included are a chart to tell you exactly where to cut thehole in the ceiling so that the stove will meet clearance
requirements, a chart that gives stove clearances for all
installations, and a chart to illustrate the required sizesof wall shields for various installations.

Refer to the diagrams below when using the Stove andChimney Connector Clearance Chart that follows. For
example, the letter “A” gives the minimum side clearance for installations in which the stove is not equippedwith any heat shield and the wall beside the stove is notprotected. “D” gives the minimum side clearance when
the stove does not have any heat shield, but the wall is
protected.

Refer to these charts as you plan the installation and do
not compromise on any of the dimensions listed.

Measure clearance distances from the top plate of thestove or chimney connector to the wall, not the wall
protector.

Unprotected Surfaces
Parallel Installations

Protected Surfaces

Corner Installations
C

B

Parallel Installations

F

E

A

Corner Installations

D
C

F

Installations with no stove heat shields
H
G

J

N/A

N/A

I

Rear exit, ﬂue collar heat shield installations
L

M

O

K

P

N
M

P

ST255aTop exit, ﬂue collar heat shield, right side heat shield and chimney connector heat shields or double wallconnector

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Stove and Chimney Connector Clearance Charts
Model 2479 Large Convection Heater
UNPROTECTED SURFACES
CornerParallel Installations
Installations
Stove Clearance
No heat shields

Side(A) 21”(533 mm)(G) 23”(584 mm)(K) 15”(381 mm)Right Side
Only(K) 20”(508 mm)

Rear3(B) 26”(660 mm)(H) 13”(330 mm)(L) 15”(381 mm)

Corner(C) 21¹⁄₂”(546 mm)
N/A

PROTECTED SURFACES
CornerParallel Installations
Installations
Side(D) 8”(203 mm)
N/A

Rear3(E) 20”(508 mm)
N/A

Corner(F) 16¹⁄₂”(419 mm)
N/A

Rear exit,
ﬂue collar heat shields
Top exit1,2, ﬂue collar(M) 12¹⁄₂”(N) 8”(O) 12”(P) 10”Single-wall connector(318 mm)(203 mm)(305 mm)(254 mm)w/connector heat shield
Right Sideand right side heat shield
Only
Top exit1 , ﬂue collar(L) 16”(M) 12¹⁄₂”(N) 8”(O) 14¹⁄₂”(P) 12”heat shield,(406 mm)(318 mm)(203 mm)(368 mm)(305 mm)Double wall connector
Chimney Connector Clearance: To Rear Wall Combustible Surface
Single-wall connector
20”
14”
No connector heat shield(508 mm)(356 mm)
Single-wall2 connector
w/connector heat shield
9”
6”& ﬂue collar heat shield(229 mm)(152 mm)Double-wall connector
10”
8¹⁄₂”
& ﬂue collar heat shield(254 mm)(216 mm)
Front Clearance to Combustibles:(All Installations)48” (1219 mm)
1. Shielding for a top exit stove must include a ﬂue collar shield to protect the area behind the ﬂue collar.
2. Chimney connector heat shields must extend exactly 24” (610 mm) above the ﬂue collar of the stove.
3. Dimension is to the top plate of the stove, not the back wall of the stove.
Important:
When choosing an installation utilizing the side loading door located on the left side of the stove, follow theminimum dimensions given in the Stove and Chimney Connector Chart on Page 4 and the Minimum Dimensions for Noncombustible Floor Protectors given on Page 9, Figure 12.
For operation of the side loading door, the minimum clearances on the left side of the stove for usable operation is 14¹⁄₂” (368 mm) in a corner installation and 20” (508 mm) in a parallel installation.

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Distance from Center of Flue Collar to Wall in Top-Exit Installations
Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2479
NOTE: These are not clearance distances. These measurements indicate where the centerline of the ﬂue collar will be for various installations. Measurements are from the centerline of the ﬂue collar to the wall, not thewall protector.

B

A

E

C

D

F

C

F

ST427

Chimney Connector
Listed, Approved
Double-wall, with
ﬂue collar shield
Single wall, with
Connector heat shields
and ﬂue collar shield
Single wall with noheat shields

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ST427
UNPROTECTED SURFACES
dutchwest
flue centerlineCorner
Parallel Installations
Installations
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Side
Rear
Corner(A) 34¹⁄₂”(B) 12¹⁄₂”(C) 21”(846 mm)(318 mm)(533 mm)PROTECTED SURFACES
CornerParallel Installations
Installations
Side
Rear
Corner(D) 22¹⁄₂”(E) 12”(F) 20¹₂”(572 mm)(305 mm)(521 mm)(A) 29¹⁄₂”(749 mm)(B) 12¹⁄₂”(318 mm)(C) 21”(533 mm)(D) 22¹⁄₂”(572 mm)(E) 9¹⁄₂”(241 mm)(F) 18¹⁄₂”(570 mm)(A) 35¹⁄₂”(902 mm)(B) 23¹⁄₂”(967 mm)(C) 30”(762 mm)(D) 22¹⁄₂”(572 mm)(E) 17¹⁄₂”(445 mm)(F) 25”(635 mm)

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Wall Heat Shield Dimensions
DutchWest Non-Catalytic Convection Heater Model #2479

48”(1219 mm)48”
(1219 mm)
Rear Exit48” (1219 mm)
Centered Behind Stove
ST801

Spaced 1”(25 mm)from Floor

Fig. 16 Rear wall protection.

48” (1219 mm)

Spaced 1”(25 mm)from Floor

ST802Fig. 17 Sidewall protection.
ST802
sidewall protection
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ST801
rear wall protection
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Wall Shields
Meet atCorner48”(1219 mm)48”
(1219 mm)Spaced 1”(25 mm)from Floor

ST803

Fig. 18 Corner wall protection.

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AssemblyYour convection heater requires some assembly.
Follow the directions carefully and refer to the parts
diagram at the back of this manual.

Bottom Heat Shield

Unpack the Parts
Remove the bottom heat shield strapped to the top of
the stove and all loose parts from the ﬁrebox and theash pan. Check to make sure all the parts are included
and intact. You should have received:

•
•
•
•
•
•

1 fully assembled heater body
1 bottom heat shield*
4 legs1 ash pan1 ceramic handle assembly
1 hardware bag, containing the following parts:• (3) #10 x 1/2” sheet metal screws, (to attach thechimney connector to the ﬂue collar)• (1) 1/8” Allen wrench, (to tighten the door latch)• (1) 5/32” Allen wrench, (to tighten the damper
handle)• (4) washers, (used with the leg bolts to attach
legs to the stove)• (1) door handle insert holder (for storing the ceramic handle assembly when it is not in use.)• (4) 1/4-20 x 1” hex head screws, (to attach legs)

If any parts are missing or damaged, immediately notify
your Dutchwest dealer for replacements. Do not installyour stove without having all necessary parts or using
damaged parts.
* A Bottom Heat Shield is required in many installations. Refer to the ﬂoor protection information
found in the Installation Section of this manual.

ST813

Fig. 19 Remove bands holding stove to pallet and remove
heat shield from to of stove.

ST813
stove on pallet
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Leg
Bolt

Attach the Legs and Heat Shield
NOTE: To avoid damaging the sheet metal components, do not place the stove on its back to install thelegs. Follow the instructions below.
1. Remove the band that holds the stove to the pallet
and remove the bottom heat shield that was positioned on top of the stove. (Fig. 19)
2. Rotate the stove counterclockwise until the front left
corner overhangs the pallet and the leg-mounting
hole is accessible. (Fig. 20)
3. Remove and discard the (4) 1/4-20 x 3/8” hex headbolts that are in the leg holes on the bottom of thestove.

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Handle Insert
HolderST814

Fig. 20 Rotate stove on pallet to expose front left corner.
ST814

front left leg
4. In the hardware
bag, locate the four legs, the door
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handle insert holder, (on this leg only, the door
handle insert holder is used along with a washer),(4) 1/4-20 x 1” leg bolts and four (4) washers.
5. Place the bolt through a washer and then the door
handle insert holder and align the leg with the bolt
hole in the bottom of the stove. Tighten securely.

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6. Reposition the stove so the other front corner overhangs the pallet and remove the leg bolt from thebottom of the stove. Align the leg with the bolt holein the bottom of the stove, and attach it with the bolt
and washer. Tighten securely.
7. Reposition the stove so the ﬁrst rear leg can be attached. Attach the leg using the procedure describedin Step 6. (Fig. 21)
8. Reposition the stove so the remaining leg can be
attached. Attach it using the procedure described in
Step 6. Remove the pallet from beneath the stove.
9. Remove the (4) 1/4-20 x 3/8” hex head bolts fromthe mounting bosses and attach the bottom heatshield using the same bolts.
Carefully move the stove to its ﬁnal position. One way
to lessen the effort of moving the stove over smooth
ﬂooring is to slide it on a piece of inverted carpet. Moveit slowly to ensure the ﬂoor is not scratched.
Retighten all leg fastening hardware.

Fan Kit Installation
1. Secure the fan assembly to the inner back with two(2) 1/4-20 x 3/4” hex head screws and one (1) 1/4”
star washer as shown in Figure 22.
2. Attach snapstat to the mounting holes on the underside of the bottom with two (2) 1/4-20 pan headscrews.
3. Attach the rheostat to the door handle insert holder
near the front left leg. Insert the rheostat control
shaft through the handle holder hole. Install theretaining ring and rheostat knob onto the shaft.
4. Place cables where they won’t be harmed by trafﬁc.
5. Fan will not operate until stove reaches approximately 109°F.

Rheostat
Knob

Pan
Head
ScrewsSnapstat
Rheostat

ST813

Fig. 22 Fan installation.

ST816

ST816
fan install
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Fig. 21 Reposition stove so one rear leg can be attached.

ST815
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Operation
Heater Controls and Features
Air Control
The Dutchwest Convection Heater Model 2479 has acontrol that regulates the amount of air drawn into thestove. Generally, more air entering the stove allows theﬁre to burn hotter and faster, while less air decreases
heat output and prolongs the overall burn time.
The Air Control Lever is located at the lower frontedge of the left side (looking from the front of thestove). (Fig. 23) The lever operates two internal shutters. Opening the inlet shutters provides air for primary
combustion.

Primary Air
Control Lever
ST811

Fig. 24 Turn primary air control lever clockwise to open.
Damper

ST811
Dutchwest
primary air
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Side Loading
Door
Primary
Air Control
Lever

ST812

Front Loading Door
ST810

Fig. 25 Turn primary air control lever counterclockwise to
close.

Fig. 23 The heater controls.

To open the shutters, turn the lever clockwise. The
ST810
shutters are all the way open when the lever points toDutchwest
ward the rear at a “9:00” position. (Fig. 24) To close theheat control The shutters
shutters, turn the lever counterclockwise.
are fully closed when the 5/04
lever points straight down.
(Fig. 25)

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Damper Function

Successful Wood Burning

The Damper is operated by moving the handle on
the upper left side of the stove. (Fig. 26) It has two
positions: OPEN, to start the ﬁre and load fuel, and
CLOSED, for greatest efﬁciency and heat. When thedamper is closed, exhaust gases travel through asecondary combustion chamber at the rear of the stove
before ﬂowing into the chimney.

Woodburning is often said to be more of an art than ascience. You’ll easily master the art if you start by using
good, dry fuel and by understanding how the stove’s air
supply system operates.

Use the door insert handle to rotate the damper handle.
Turn it counterclockwise to open the damper and clockwise to close it. You will feel resistance as the damper
mechanism engages into the open (counterclockwise)
position.

Burn Only High-Quality FuelYour heater is designed to burn natural wood only. Do
not burn other fuels. Never burn pressure-treated wood,
painted or stained wood, or glossy newsprint.
High efﬁciencies and low emissions are only possible
when burning air-dried, seasoned woods. Avoid burning“green” wood that has not been properly seasoned.

The best hardwood fuels include oak, maple, beech,
ash, and hickory that has been split, stacked, andair-dried outside under cover for at least one year. If
hardwood is not available, tamarack, yellow pine, white
pine, Eastern red cedar, ﬁr, and redwood are softwoods
Load Doors
that are commonly burned. They too should be propA Side Loading Door allows the easiest loading oferly dried. The length of the wood should be the samewood logs. The Front Door opens for adding an occaas that speciﬁed for your particular stove. Avoid using
sional log to the ﬁre. Always be sure to open the stovewood that has been dried more than two years. Often
damper before opening either door.
gray in color, this wood burns very quickly, resulting inshort burn time and diminished stove performance.
If you must burn it, mix it inwith greener wood to slow
Open
Closedthe burn.
Door Insert Handle
The stove damper must be open when you start aﬁre, load fuel, or before you open either door for
any reason.

Store your ﬁrewood undercover to keep it dry. Evenfor short-term storage, keep
wood outside of the heater’s
installation clearances andoutside of the space aroundthe heater required for refueling and ash removal.

ST804

Fig. 26 Damper operating positions.

ST804
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Use the Air Control Settings
that Work Best for You
No single control setting will ﬁt every situation. Eachinstallation will differ depending on the quality of thefuel, the amount of heat desired, and how long you wish
the ﬁre to burn.
Control settings also depend on your particular installation’s “draft,” or the force that moves air from thestove up through the chimney. Draft is affected by suchthings as the height, type, and location of the chimney,
local geography, nearby obstructions, and other factors.
Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures inthe stove. On the other hand, too little draft can cause
backpufﬁng into the room and/or insufﬁcient heat.
How do you know if your draft is excessively high or
low? Symptoms of too much draft include an uncontrollable burn or a part of the stove or chimney connector glowing-red. Inadequate draft may is indicatedby smoke leaking into the room through the stove or
chimney connector joints.
When ﬁrst using the stove, keep a record of the results
you achieve from different control settings. You willﬁnd that speciﬁc settings will give you a ﬁxed amountof heat. It may take a week or two to determine theamount of heat and the length of burn you should expect from various control settings.
Notice that changes in the weather have a strong effecton chimney draft. Higher outdoor temperatures andlower air pressure both weaken draft; lower temperatures and higher air pressure encourage a stronger
draft. An exception to this is in installations with outdoor
chimneys; since these lose heat to the outdoors, ittakes longer to warm them up initially, and it takes moreheat to keep them warm, especially when temperaturesare very low outdoors.
Most installations do not require a large amount of
combustion air, especially if adequate draft is available.
Do not attempt to increase the ﬁring rate of your heaterby altering the air control adjustment range outlined inthese directions.
In some newer homes that are well insulated andweather-tight, poor draft may result from insufﬁcient
air in the house. In such instances, an open window
near the stove on the windward side of the house (sideagainst which the wind is blowing) will provide the fresh
air needed. Another solution is to equip the stove withan Outside Air Kit, available from your local dealer.
Use the air control settings indicated in Figure 27 asa starting point to help determine the best settings foryour installation.

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High

MediumLow
ClosedST817

Fig. 27 Position the primary air control lever for different burnrates.

DO NOT OPERATE THE STOVE WITH THE ASH
DOOR OPEN. OPERATION WITH THE ASH DOOROPEN CAN CAUSE AN OVERFIRING CONDITIONTO OCCUR. OVERFIRING THE STOVE IS DANGEROUS AND CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE,
INJURY, OR LOSS OF LIFE.

ST816
air
settings
Loading Wood
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Dutchwest Convection

How to Build and Maintain a Wood Fire

Heater through either the front or side doors. Frontloading is useful for kindling a new ﬁre and adding anoccasional log; however, we recommend side-loading
as most convenient when adding several logs at a time.
Always be certain that the stove damper is open before
opening either door.
WARNING: OPERATE YOUR DUTCHWEST CONVECTION HEATER ONLY WITH THE DOORS FULLYCLOSED EXCEPT WHEN REFUELING.
THIS STOVE IS HOT WHILE IN OPERATION! KEEP
CHILDREN, CLOTHING, AND FURNITURE AWAY.
CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS.

Break-in Fires
If your stove is new or has new cast iron replacement
parts, “season” the new cast iron with a few break-inﬁres. Follow Steps 1-3 below. Then let the ﬁre burnout. Do not close the damper. Maintain a small but notsmoky ﬁre by adjusting the air control. After the breakin ﬁres, continue with Step 4.
The stove’s paint and cement will emit a slight odor
as these materials cure during the ﬁrst few ﬁres. You
may wish to provide extra ventilation near the stove bypartially opening a door or window until the odor disappears

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Lighting the Fire
Step 1. Open the stove damper. Open the primary aircontrol fully.
Step 2. Lay some crumpled newspapers in the stove.
Place six or eight ﬁnger-width size pieces of dry kindling on the paper. On the kindling, lay two or threelarger sticks of split dry wood approximately 1-2” (25-50mm) thick.

You’ll soon ﬁnd that this stove is HOT WHILE IN OPERATION! KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING, AND FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS.
DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS HEATER. Overﬁring may
cause a house ﬁre, or can result in permanent damage
to the stove. If a part of the stove or the chimney connector glows, you are overﬁring.

Reloading and Reviving the Fire

DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO START
THE FIRE. DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPTHA, OR
ENGINE OIL.

Reload your stove while it is still hot and there areplenty of embers to re-kindle the ﬁre quickly. Include
some smaller pieces of wood in the new load of fuel tohelp the stove regain high temperatures quickly.

Also, never use gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene,
charcoal lighter ﬂuid, or similar liquids to start or“freshen up” a ﬁre in this heater. Keep all such liquids
well away from the heater while it is in use.

Follow this procedure when you reload the stove:

Step 3. Light the newspaper and close the door. The
ﬁre soon will be well-established and you may graduallybuild it up by adding a few sticks at a time of a progressively larger size. For your initial three or four break-in
ﬁres, let the ﬁre burn brightly for a short time, then let it
die out.
NOTE: An especially large, outdoor, or cold chimney
may need to be “primed,” or warmed up, before it willdraw sufﬁciently to start a ﬁre. If this is the case, roll up
a couple pieces of newspaper, place them on top of thekindling and toward the back of the stove, light them,and close the doors. This should heat the chimney
enough to initiate a draft.
Once the draft is established, open the front door andlight the rest of the fuel from the bottom. Do not lightthe main bed of fuel until the chimney begins drawing. Repeat the procedure as often as necessary if theinitial attempt is unsuccessful.

• Open the damper and move the primary air lever to
•

•
•
•
•

the “HIGH” position.
Open the front door and check the ash level on thegrates and in the ash pan. Clear excess ash fromthe grates, particularly at the rear area. Level theember bed. Empty the ash pan if necessary.
Replace the ash pan and close the front door.
Load wood, smaller pieces ﬁrst, and close the loading door.
Allow the stove to regain its “thermal momentum”
before closing the damper. This may take 15-20
minutes.
Close the damper and set the air control lever for thedesired heat output.

NOTE: If the charcoal bed is relatively thick and yourfuel is well-seasoned, it is possible to add fresh fuel(smaller pieces ﬁrst), close the door and damper, andreset the air control within ﬁve minutes.

Step 4. Once the ﬁre is burning steadily, continue
adding fuel until a thick bed has been established on
the grate. The bed should be about 2” (50mm) deepand should cover the throat opening into the secondary
combustion chamber that is located in the lower centerﬁreback.
Step 5. Once the ember bed is formed, prepare thestove for high-efﬁciency operation. Load it with fuel, ﬁrst
with smaller splits of wood and then larger ones.
Close the damper and set the air control lever to the“HIGH” position. Operate the stove for 15-20 minutes atthis maximum air setting to guarantee the new load offuel has fully ignited. Once the fuel is burning steadily,
you may adjust the air supply to provide the desiredheat output. Refer back to the air control settings chart
on Page 20.

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Remove Ashes Frequently

Safe Ash Handling

Wear heavy stove gloves when removing ashes. Checkthe ash compartment before reloading the stove. If theash pan is nearly full, empty the pan. Before replacing
the ash pan, clear away any ash that may have spilledover the sides and back of the pan.

Ashes may contain hot coals and must be treated withextreme care. Ashes should be placed outdoors in a
metal container with a tight-ﬁtting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible
ﬂoor or on the ground, well away from all combustible
materials, pending ﬁnal disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed,
keep them in the closed container until all cinders havethoroughly cooled. Note: It may take days for thesecoals to stop burning. Wood ash may be used as agarden fertilizer.

Empty the ash drawer regularly - typically every one
to three days. The frequency will vary depending on
what kind of wood you use and how hot you run yourstove—the hotter the ﬁre, the more wood you burn, andthe faster ash will accumulate.

CAUTION: Never use a vacuum cleaner to remove
ash from the stove; always remove and dispose of theashes properly.

ST805

Fig. 28 Check the ash compartment before reloading thestove.
ST805
remove ashes
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ST438

Fig. 29 Hot ashes can be dangerous and must be stored
outdoors on a noncombustible surface in a metal container
with a tight-ﬁtting lid.

ST438
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Maintenance
Keep Your Stove Looking New
And Working Its Best
Care of the Cast Iron Surface
An occasional dusting with a dry rag will keep the
painted cast iron of your Dutchwest Convection Heater
looking new.
If the paint needs retouching, allow the stove to coolcompletely. Wire-brush areas needing to be painted.
Remove non-painted components such as air controls
or cover them with masking tape. Touch up the stovewith high temperature stove paint available from yourlocal dealer. Apply the paint sparingly. Two light coats
are better than one heavy one.

Small Locking
NutLarge Locking Nut

Pawl
Striker
Screw

Door

Cleaning the Glass
You will ﬁnd that most of the carbon deposits on theglass will burn off regularly during hot ﬁres. You canwipe ﬂy ash from the glass when hot using a crumpled
piece of dry newspaper. Never use liquid cleaning
agents on hot glass. If you wish to clean the glass
more thoroughly, follow this procedure:• Be sure the glass is completely cool.
• Use a glass cleaner especially made for this pur•pose.
Dry the glass completely.

Adjust the Door Latch
The door latches must close tightly to ensure a goodseal between the each door and the stove plates. With
time and use, the door latches will require periodic
adjustment. Follow this procedure: (Fig. 30)
1. Loosen the small locking nut with an open end
wrench.
2. Use the allen wrench (included with the stove) toturn the striker screw clockwise one quarter-turnand close the door to test the engagement. The
door latch should engage tightly when closed. Makefurther adjustments in small increments.
3. When the striker screw is properly adjusted, tighten
the small locking nut against the pawl without allowing the striker screw to turn.

ST806

Fig. 30 Door latch adjustment.

Test and Repair the Door Gaskets
Air leaks can be caused by low spots in the door gasST806
kets. To locate such low spots,
close each door on aslip of paper and attempt todoor
pulllatch
the paper free. If the
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paper slips out without tearing,enough at that spot.
If the seal cannot be improved by adjusting the door
latch, try shimming the gasket. Pack a small quantity of
cement or a smaller diameter gasket into the channel
beneath the gasket to lift the main gasket and thereby
improve its contact with the door frame.
If shimming does not improve the seal, replace thegasket following these steps:
1. Remove the original gasket by grasping an end andpulling ﬁrmly.
2. Wearing safety goggles, use a wire brush or the tipof a screwdriver to clean the channel of any remaining cement or bits of gasket.
Remove the old gasket bypulling gently, but ﬁrmly.

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Fig. 31 Door gasket.

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3. Apply a thin bead of stove cement in the newlycleaned groove.
4. Lay the gasket into the groove. Wait until you are acouple inches from the end before you cut it.
5. Test the gasket by closing the door on a slip of paper
as described above. Adjust the gasket in any areas
where an inadequate seal is evident.
All rope-type gasketing used in the Dutchwest Convection Heater is made of ﬁberglass. The gasket is 3/8”
diameter for front and side doors and the ash door and3/8” for the top plate. 3/16” gasket is used behind theglass.

Adjusting Bolt
(on underside)

Front of
Stove
Lock Nut
Anchor Bolt
Damper Rod

Avoid Damaging the Glass Door Panel
Do not abuse the glass by slamming the door or striking
the glass with a log. Never operate your stove if it has
damaged or broken glass. If you need to replace theglass, use only replacement glass provided by your local Dutchwest dealer.

Damper Adjustment
With time, you may need to adjust the damper linkage to ensure that the damper plate seals tightly whenclosed. Test the damper when the stove is cold. When
turned into the closed position, the damper should be
feel “snug” but not too tight. It will become a little tighteras the stove heats up. Use a 7/16” socket wrench withsocket extension to adjust the linkage:
1. From inside the stove, ﬁrst loosen and then remove
the two (2) nuts on the threaded rods that secure the
top plate to the inner top of the stove.
2. Remove the top plate and open the damper.
3. Loosen the adjusting bolt’s lock nut. (Fig. 32)
4. Loosen the anchor bolt’s lock nut, located on theunderside of the damper.
5. Loosen the anchor bolt a turn or two.
6. Tighten the adjusting bolt.
7. Test the damper. Make further adjustments if necessary.
8. When ﬁnal adjustment has been made, tighten theadjusting bolt lock nut, the anchor bolt, and the anchor bolt lock nut.

ST441

Fig. 32 Damper adjustment.

Over time, the air control may tighten or loosen. To
adjust the tensionST441
on the control, let the stove cool toroom temperature.
Open therod
side-loading door and lookdamperin toward the inner side of the front panel of the stove.
7/7/00djthead bolts (A) on the pri(Fig. 33) Locate thelower hex
mary air manifold rods on either side of the door. Adjust
with a 7/16” wrench.
Note that the mechanism may tighten slightly as thestove heats up. Your adjustment should leave the aircontrol snug, but not overly tight.

Air Manifold

Adjustment
Screw
Air Control

ST808

Fig. 33 Primary air control adjustment.

Primary Air Control Adjustment
Simple spring-loaded tabs maintain tension on the
primary air control lever. The air control should be loose
enough for you to easily set its position by hand, butalso snug enough to remain in that position until you
change it.

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Cleaning the Chimney System
The chimney system is composed of the chimney andthe pipe that connects the stove to the chimney. Inspect
the chimney and chimney connector at least twice
monthly, and clean if necessary.
When you ﬁrst begin using the stove, check daily forcreosote — a substance that can look like either thicktar or black, crisp ﬂakes. Experience will show how
often you need to clean to be safe. The frequency
may even vary during the year. In the colder months
when the hottest ﬁres producing the least creosote areburned, you may need to clean only every couple ofmonths. During the warmer months when creosote ismore likely to result from cooler-burning ﬁres, weekly
cleaning may be necessary.
At the very least, inspect the chimney connector andchimney at least once every two months during theheating season to determine if a buildup of creosote
or soot has occurred. If a signiﬁcant layer of creosote
has accumulated (1/8” [3 mm] or more), or if soot has
accumulated, either should be removed to reduce therisk of a chimney ﬁre. Failure to keep the chimney andconnector system clean can result in a serious chimneyﬁre.
The conditions for a chimney ﬁre develop as follows:
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and otherorganic vapors which combine with expelled moisture
to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in
the relatively cool chimney ﬂue of a slow-burning ﬁre.
As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the ﬂue
lining. Creosote is ﬂammable and, when ignited, makes
an extremely hot ﬁre within the ﬂue system which candamage the chimney and overheat adjacent combustible material.
To reduce the amount of creosote that may form, remember to provide adequate air for combustion and to
strive for small, intense ﬁres rather than large, smoldering ones.
You can never be too safe. Contact your local ﬁreauthority for information on what to do in the event ofa chimney ﬁre, and have a clearly understood plan on
how to handle one.

Inspect Regularly, Clean As Required
Inspect the chimney and chimney connector twice
monthly and clean if necessary. Let the stove coolcompletely before you inspect the chimney. Use a ﬂashlight and mirror to sight up the ﬂue through the chimney
clean-out door or chimney connector inspection tee. If
no inspection access is available, disconnect the pipe
from the stove.
Clean the chimney using a specially designed chimney
cleaning brush, the same size and shape as the ﬂue
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liner, attached to ﬂexible ﬁberglass rods designed forthis purpose. Run the brush up and down the liner
so that any deposits fall to the bottom of the chimney
where they can be removed through the clean-out door.
Clean the chimney connector by disconnecting the sections, taking them outside, and removing any deposits
with a stiff wire brush. You can use a chimney brush ofcorrect size to clean chimney connector pipe. Reinstall
the connector sections after cleaning, being sure tosecure the individual sections with three sheet metalscrews per section.
If you are unable to inspect and/or clean the chimneysystem yourself, contact your local Dutchwest dealer orhire a qualiﬁed chimney sweep in your area to do thejob.

Maintenance Schedule
The Stove
DAILY:• Clear any ash build-up from around the air holes andcombustion ﬂow path in the lower ﬁreback.
• Ashes should be removed before they reach the topof the ash pan. Check accumulation at least once aday.
• Keep the area around the stove clear of any combustible materials such as wood, furniture or clothing.
TWO MONTHS:• Check door handle to be sure it is working properly.
Gasketing becomes compressed after a period oftime. Adjust handle tightness if necessary.
• Check leg bolts and heat shield screws; tighten if
necessary.
ANNUAL SPRING CLEANING:• Check gasketing for wear, and replace if necessary.
• Remove ashes from the ash pan and replace with amoisture absorbing material (such as kitty litter) to
keep the interior of the stove dry.
• Clean the dust from the inner sides of bottom, rear or
pipe heat shields if your stove is equipped with them.
Clean surfaces are better heat reﬂectors than dirty
surfaces.
• Touch up the black paint.
• Inspect for and remove ash build-up behind the combustion package. This should be done in conjunction
with annual cleaning of the chimney connector since
this inspection is most conveniently done through theﬂue collar opening. Inspect the passages to eitherside of the combustion package (a mirror will be
helpful) and vacuum away ash using a ﬂexible vacuum hose inserted into each passage. Care should betaken not to damage the white ﬁbrous material in thisrear chamber. (Fig. 34)
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The Chimney Connector
TWO WEEKS:• Inspect the chimney connector and chimney. Clean if
necessary.
TWO MONTHS:• Inspect the chimney and chimney connector. Pay
particular attention to the horizontal runs of chimney
connector, and the elbows. Clean the system if necessary.
ANNUAL SPRING CLEANING:• Disassemble the chimney connector and take it
outdoors for inspection and cleaning. Replace weaksections of connector.
• Inspect the chimney for signs of deterioration. Repairs to a masonry chimney should be made by aprofessional mason. Replace damaged sections ofprefabricated chimney. Your local Dutchwest dealer
or a chimney sweep can help determine when replacement is necessary.
• Thoroughly clean the chimney.

Inspect andVacuum Both
Rear Corners
ST876

Ash Build-Up

Fig. 34 Inspect and clean out ash accumulation on eitherside of the non-catalytic combustion system.

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Draft Management
Your stove is only one part of a system that includes
the chimney, the operator, the fuel, and the home. The
other parts of the system will affect how well the stove
works. When there is a good match between all theparts, the system works well.
Wood stove operation depends on natural (unforced)
draft. Natural draft occurs when exhaust gas is hotter(and therefore lighter) than the outdoor air at the top of
the chimney. The greater the temperature difference,the stronger the draft. As the hot exhaust gas rises outof the chimney, it generates suction that draws air into
the stove for combustion. A slow, lazy ﬁre when thestove’s air inlets are fully open indicates a weak draft.
A brisk ﬁre, supported only by air entering the stove
through the air inlets, indicates a good draft. The inlets
are passive; they regulate how much air can enter thestove, but they don’t force air into it.
The efﬁciency of a modern woodburning appliance,(in which the amount of air available for combustion isregulated), depends on the chimney to keep exhaustgases warm all the way outdoors. The characteristics
of your chimney - whether it is steel or masonry, interioror exterior, matched or mismatched to the stove outlet,- determine how quickly it will warm up and how wellit will sustain the optimum temperatures necessary tomaintain strong draft and efﬁcient combustion. Here follows a description of various ﬂue system characteristics
and the related effects on stove performance.

Masonry Chimney
Although masonry is the traditional material used forchimney construction, it can have distinct performance
disadvantages when used to vent a controlled-combustion woodstove. Masonry forms an effective ‘heat sink’- that is, it absorbs and holds heat for long periods oftime.
The large mass, however, may take a long time tobecome hot enough to sustain a strong draft. The
larger the chimney (in total mass), the longer it will taketo warm up. Cold masonry will actually cool exhaustgases enough to diminish draft strength. This problem
is worse if the chimney is located outside the home orif the chimney ﬂue has a cross-sectional volume muchlarger than the stove outlet.

Steel Chimney
Most factory-made ‘Class A’ steel chimneys have alayer of insulation around the inner ﬂue. This insulation
keeps the smoke warm and protects the surrounding
structure from the high ﬂue temperatures. Because theinsulation is less dense than masonry, the inner steel
liner warms up more quickly than a masonry chimney;
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this makes the steel chimney support a good draft
more quickly than masonry does. Steel chimneys are
not as attractive as masonry, but they are very durable
and generally outperform masonry.

Indoor/ Outdoor Location
Because the chimney’s function is to keep the smoke
warm, it is best to locate it inside the house. Thislocation uses the house as insulation for the ﬂue andallows some radiant heat release from the ﬂue into thehome. Since an interior chimney doesn’t continuously
lose its heat to the outdoors, less heat from the stove isrequired to get it warm and keep it warm.

Flue Sizing
The ﬂue size for a controlled-combustion applianceshould be based on the cross-sectional volume of thestove ﬂue outlet. In this case, more is deﬁnitely notbetter. Hot gases lose heat through expansion; if astove with a six-inch ﬂue collar (28 square inch area)
is vented into a 10” x 10” ﬂue, the gases will expand toover three times their original volume. As gases coolwith expansion, draft strength decreases. If an oversized ﬂue is also outside the house, the heat it absorbs
will be conducted to the outdoor air and the ﬂue willremain relatively cool.
It is common for a masonry ﬂue to be oversized for thestove. Such a chimney can take quite a while to warm
up and the stove performance will likely be disappointing. The best solution to an oversize ﬂue problem isthe installation of an insulated steel chimney liner ofthe same diameter as the appliance ﬂue outlet. The
liner keeps the exhaust gas warm and the result is astronger draft. An uninsulated liner is a second choice- although the liner will keep the exhaust restricted toits original volume, the air around the liner will requiretime and heat energy to warm up.
Check your local codes. You may be required to installa ﬂue liner in any oversize or masonry ﬂue.

Pipe & Chimney Layout
Every bend in the ﬂue will act as a brake on the exhaust as it ﬂows from the ﬁrebox to the chimney cap.
The ideal pipe and chimney layout is straight up fromthe stove through a completely straight chimney. Use
this layout if at all possible as it will promote optimum
stove performance and simplify maintenance.
If the stovepipe must elbow to enter a chimney, locate
the elbow about midway between the stove top andthe chimney thimble. This conﬁguration lets the smoke
speed up before it must turn, keeps some pipe in theroom for heat transfer, and allows long-term ﬂexibility
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There should be no more than eight feet of single-wallstove pipe between the stove and a chimney. Longer
runs can cool the smoke enough to cause draft andcreosote problems. Use double-wall stove pipe forlonger runs.

Single VentingYour stove requires a dedicated ﬂue. Do not connect
the stove to a ﬂue used by any other appliance. Chimney draft is a natural form of energy and follows thepath of least resistance. If the stove is vented to a ﬂuethat also serves an open ﬁreplace or another appliance,
the draft will also pull air in through those avenues.
The additional air ﬂow will lower ﬂue temperatures,
reduce draft strength and promote creosote development; overall stove performance will suffer. The effectis similar to that of a vacuum cleaner with a hole in thehose. In some extreme instances, the other appliancecan even impose a negative draft and result in a dangerous draft reversal.

Fuel
Even the best stove installation will not perform wellwith poor fuel. If available, always use hardwood thathas been air-dried (“seasoned”) 12-18 months. Softwood burns more rapidly than hardwood and has a highpitch content that can result in creosote. Decayed woodof any type has little heat value and should not be used.
Unseasoned (‘green’) wood has a high moisture content. Much of its heat value will be used to evaporate
moisture before the wood can burn. This signiﬁcantly
reduces the amount of energy available to warm yourhome, as well as the intensity of the ﬁre and temperature of the exhaust gas. Incomplete combustion andcool ﬂue temperatures promote creosote formation andweak draft.
You can judge the moisture content of wood by its appearance and weight or use a commercially available
moisture meter for an exact measurement. Unseasoned wood will be a third heavier than dry wood. Also,
look for cracks (“checking”) in the ends of the log that
result from contraction as the wood dries. The longer
and wider the cracks are, the dryer the wood is.

Creosote
Creosote is a by-product of low-temperature stove
operation, weak draft, or both. It is a tar that results
when unburned gases condense inside the ﬂue system at temperatures below 290˚ F. Creosote is volatileand can generate a chimney ﬁre. All of the installation
characteristics that adversely affect chimney draft also
promote creosote condensation. Consequently, you can
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minimize creosote accumulation with an effective chimney design and the use of operational techniques thatencourage good draft and complete combustion.
Inspect your chimney frequently and clean it wheneveraccumulation exceeds 1/4”.

Backpufﬁng
Backpufﬁng is a condition that results when the draft is
too weak to pull ﬂue gases out of the chimney system
as fast as the ﬁre generates them. Volatile gases build
up within the ﬁrebox until reaching a density and temperature at which they ignite. With this ignition, you mayhear a mufﬂed popping sound and see a bit of smoke
forced out of the stove.
This condition is most likely to occur in the Spring or
Fall when moderate outdoor temperatures and low
intensity ﬁres produce weak draft. If your stove backpuffs, open the damper to let the smoke rise to the ﬂue
more quickly. Also, open the air inlets to induce a livelier
ﬁre and speed airﬂow through the stove. Avoid large
loads of ﬁrewood at one time. You should always see
lively, dancing ﬂames in the ﬁrebox; a lazy, smoky ﬁre is
inefﬁcient and will promote draft problems.

Draft TestingAn easy way to determine whether your chimney draft
is strong enough is to close the stove damper, wait a
few minutes to let the airﬂow stabilize, and then test
whether you can vary the strength of the ﬁre by swinging the air control open and closed. Results here are
not instant; you may need to wait a few minutes for achange in the air control setting to have an effect on
the ﬁre. If there is no change, the draft is not yet strong
enough to let you close the damper. You will need toopen it for a while longer and manage the ﬁre with the
air inlet until the draft strengthens.
Keep a record of your operating habits and relate themto their effects on the stove’s function. You’ll be rewarded with safe and efﬁcient performance.

Negative Pressure
Good draft also depends on a sufﬁcient supply of air
to the stove. The chimney can’t pull in more air than isavailable to it. Sluggish draft can be caused by a housethat is tight enough to prevent the ready ﬂow of air tothe stove, or by competition between the stove andother appliances that vent indoor air to the outside; i.e.,
exhaust fans for range hoods, clothes dryers, bathroom
fans, etc.
If the chimney draws well when all such equipment isturned off (or sealed, in the case of ﬁreplaces and/or
other stoves), you need to be attentive in timing the useof the other appliances. If you need to crack a nearby

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window or door to enable the chimney to pull well, you
should install an outside-air intake to bring combustion
air into the room.

Conclusion
Woodburning is more an art than a science. Art includes technique; and since installations, homes, andfuel vary, the stove operator must also vary technique,(mostly timing), to achieve satisfying results. Over time,
you will become familiar with the features of your particular installation; you will be able to identify cause andeffect in a variety of seasonal circumstances, and adapt
your operating habits to changing conditions.

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CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, speciﬁcations, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time,
without notice.

Dutchwest Convection Heater
Model 2479
Ref.

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3.
4.
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Description

BottomInner Bottom
Primary Air Manifold to Inner Bottom Gasket (1/4” Rd Fiberglass)
Inner Back
Right Side
Left Side
Outside Air Bracket

2479

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Models 2479
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Description

Fountain Assembly
Brick Support Bracket
Shoe Refractory
Shoe Gasket
Lower Fireback Refractory
Upper Fireback Refractory
Lower Retainer
Right End Insulation
Right End Refractory
Lower Load Door RefractoryPrimary Air Flap Assembly
Inner Top
Fireback Retainer
DamperDamper Adjuster
Damper Crank
Damper Operating Rod
Ash Door
Ash Lip
Front Door
Door Gasket (Front, Ash and Load Doors)
Load Door Insulation
Load Door Refractory (to June 2005)
Load Door Refractory II (replaces above)
Handle w/Lifter (Wood)
Load Door (to June 2005)
Load Door II (replaces above)** When using to replace original door, use new refractory and load door insulation
Grate
Damper Handle
Top
Flue Collar
Flue Collar Gasket
Outer Back
Ash PanAshdoor Handle
Glass
Glass Gasket
Glass Clips
Leg
Pawl Assembly 3/4” Short Adjuster
Front & Side Door Handle
Bottom Heat ShieldPrimary Air Manifold
Front
Andirons (2)Bracket, Rheostat
Pawl Assembly 1” Long Adjuster

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2479

30002100
30000986
30002243
30002864
30002244
30002251
30002272
30002209
30002213
30002222
30002736
30002233
30002236
7000954
7000950
7000951
30002241
30002235
30002237
30002177
1203589
30002250
30002253*
30002438
30002787
30002234*
30002240**
30002087
5004265
30002232
13050501305050
30002257
7000G895004237
30002157
1203556
30002146
30002086
30002362
5004245
30002293
30002172
30002169
7001117
30002216
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LIMITED LIFETIME Warranty
For Dutchwest Non-Catalytic Wood Stove
Limited Lifetime Warranty
CFM Corporation warrants that all refractory brick andmaterial used in this product will be warranted against
deterioration not resulting from physical damage oroverloading of the woodstove for the lifetime of thisproduct. This coverage includes the components ofthe EverBurn System: “shoe, fountain, and ﬁreback.
Coverage is provided only to the original purchaser.

Limited 3 Year Warranty
All cast iron parts are warranted for a period of three
years against breakage, cracking or burn-through.

Limited 1 Year Warranty
The following parts of the woodburning stove are
warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date you
receive it: The handles, glass door panels, door
gasketing and porcelain ﬁnish. Any of these items
found to be defective will be repaired or replaced at
no charge, upon the return of the part with postage
prepaid to a Dutchwest Authorized Dealer.
Any parts repaired or replaced during the limited
warranty period will be warranted under the termsof the limited warranty for a period not to exceed theremaining term of the original limited warranty or six(6) months, whichever is longer.

Exclusions & Limitations
1. This warranty is non-transferable.
2. This warranty does not cover misuse of the stove.
Misuse includes overﬁring, which will result if the stoveis used in such a manner as to cause one or more of
the plates to glow red. Overﬁring can be identiﬁed laterby warped plates and areas where the paint pigment
has burned off. Overﬁring in enamel stoves is identiﬁed by bubbling, cracking, chipping and discolorationof the porcelain enamel ﬁnish. CFM Corporation offers
no warranty on chipping of enamel surfaces. Inspect
your woodburning stove prior to accepting it for any
damage to the enamel.
3. This warranty does not cover misuse of the stove as
described in the Owners Guide, nor does it cover astove which has been modiﬁed unless authorized by a
CFM Corporation representative in writing. This warranty does not cover damage to the stove caused byburning salt saturated wood, chemically treated wood,or any fuel not recommended in the Owners Guide.
4. This warranty does not cover a stove repaired bysomeone other than a Dutchwest Authorized Dealer.

5. Damage to the unit while in transit is not covered bythis warranty but is subject to a claim against the common carrier. Contact the Dutchwest Authorized Dealer
from whom you purchased your stove or CFM Corporation if the purchase was direct. (Do not operate
the stove as this may negate the ability to process theclaim with the carrier).
6. Claims are not valid where the installation does notconform to local building and ﬁre codes or, in their absence, to the recommendations in our Owners Guide.
7. The salt air environment of coastal areas, or a highhumidity environment, can be corrosive to the porcelain enamel ﬁnish. These conditions can cause rustingof the cast iron beneath the porcelain enamel ﬁnish,
which will cause the porcelain enamel ﬁnish to ﬂake
off. This warranty does not cover damage caused bya salt air or high-humidity environment.
8. CFM Corporation shall have no obligation to enhanceor update any unit once manufactured.
IN NO EVENT SHALL CFM CORPORATION BE LIABLE
FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIEDWARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS,
ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTENWARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY SUPERCEDES ALL
OTHER ORAL OR WRITTEN WARRANTIES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations ofincidental and consequential damages or limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you
speciﬁc rights and you may have other rights, which varyfrom state to state.

How to Obtain Service
If a defect is noted within the warranty period, thecustomer should contact a Dutchwest Authorized Dealer
or CFM Corporation if the purchase was direct with thefollowing information:
1. Name, address, and telephone number of the purchaser
2. Date of Purchase.
3. Serial number from the label on the back4. Nature of the defect or damage.
5. Any relevant information or circumstances, e.g., installation, mode of operation when defect was noted.
A warranty claim will then start in process. CFM Corporation reserves the right to withhold ﬁnal approval of awarranty claim pending a visual inspection of the defectby authorized representatives.

CFM Corporation
410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6
800-668-5323 • www.cfmcorp.com© CFM Corporation