Page 2 - Vermont Castings EWF30; Introduction; Save These Instructions for Future Reference; Table of Contents; Proposition 65 Warning:
2 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Vermont Castings, EWF30 fireplace. An efficient fireplace carefully engineered to bring you the latest in wood combustion principles and modern foundry technology.You can count on years of comfortable heating and pleasurable fire ...
Page 3 - Safety Information; Please Read This Manual Before Installing and Using Fireplace; before; beginning installation.; Any such action may possibly cause a fire hazard.; installing the fireplace.; Drafts; Standard for Factory Built Fireplaces
3 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Safety Information Please Read This Manual Before Installing and Using Fireplace IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty...
Page 4 - Specifications; EWF30 Woodburning Fireplace
4 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Specifications Range of heat output* ............... 11,100 - 40,500 Btu/hrMaximum heat output** ....... in excess of 55,000 Btu/hrEPA emissions rating (g/h) ......................................3.5*Area heated*** .............. Up to 2,400 sq. ft. (223 sq. m)Size o...
Page 5 - Chase Installation; MUST
5 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 FP1561EWF30 parts id3/05 Fig. 2 Fireplace and chase parts identification. FP1561 Chase Installation Insulation methods shown are optional for cold climate, not a requirement for unit operation. Termination Cap Storm Collar Pan Flashing Draftstop Batt Insulation(cut o...
Page 6 - Rise; Support; Chimney Requirements - Offset Installations; Illustration Key; total; 0 ̊ Elbow Offsets; MBUF; Offset
6 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 D Rise B G H B Offset C E 6 FT. G H A Hearth Floor Chimney Section CHIMNEY FLUE EXIT Elbow FP269MBUF 5/16/96 rev. 5/25 TCS8A Support Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Chimney Requirements - Offset Installations Notes: G + H cannot exceed 20 feet. Air Space Clearances: “...
Page 7 - Planning Information; Never; The Ten Foot Rule; Mounting the Fireplace; must; Planning the Chimney Run
7 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Planning Information Determine how the chimney will be run, length of run and chimney components required to complete the job. (Fig. 4) Never install a chimney below minimum heights.In planning a chimney system, it is important to know:1. The height of a chimney is ...
Page 8 - Chimney Supports; must not; Support provided by elbow straps fulfills; If you live in a cold climate, it is not required but; highly recommended; that you insulate fireplace; very important; for outside wall installations over; caulk between; Installation
8 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Chimney Supports The chimney system is supported by the fireplace for vertical chimney heights less than 30’ (9m) above the hearth. Chimney supports are required if the vertical height exceeds 30’ (9m). Locate chimney supports at ceiling holes or other structural fra...
Page 9 - Framing; Framing should be positioned to accommodate; Option for Circulating Models Only; Report to your dealer any parts damaged; only; Straight-Up Chimney Installation; 0 ̊ Offset Elbow
9 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Framing Framing can be constructed before or after the fireplace is set in place, however, most installers build the frame before setting the fireplace.Frame fireplace with 2 x 4 lumber or heavier materi-als. Refer to framing dimensions in Figure 1 for basic fireplace s...
Page 10 - The; inside dimension; of the frame; must be; the same; Install metal; Size of Chimney; Angle of Chimney at Ceiling
10 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Locate center point of the chimney on ceiling as though a straight up chimney arrangement is to be used. Mea-sure your offset dimension from straight up chimney center point on ceiling. Ceiling Chimney Hole/ Possible Obstructions The size of the hole in ceiling wil...
Page 11 - Installing Outside Air Kit; Soffit Termination
11 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Installing Outside Air Kit An outside air kit may be installed on the EWF30. The AK-MST allows for 100% of required combustion air to come from outside source. If desired, or if local codes mandate the use of an air kit, then an AK-MST is required to complete the i...
Page 12 - Installing the Chimney System; Make sure the; Elbow Strap; AKMST; outside air cover; ” in diameter, caulk around the hole, and
12 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Installing the Chimney System Start by attaching the first chimney section to the collar on top of the fireplace. Install the pipe as pictured in Figure 16. When you get a good lock, you will hear the pipe clearly snap together. Once sections are snap-locked in place...
Page 13 - is; is not; Attic Installation
13 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Installing the Firestop Spacer in the Ceiling Hole A firestop spacer is used to keep pipe spaced properly and required for safety.Nail the firestop spacer (at each corner) to the framing members of the ceiling hole. NOTE: A firestop spacer is not required at the roof....
Page 14 - Ten Foot Rule; AIR SPACES; Air Space Clearances
14 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Penetrating the Roof Run pipe to roofline. Since chimney system must be vented to the out-of-doors, you must use an approved CFM Corporation termination.If a chase is used, refer to the installation manual pro-vided with the termination cap. Locate Chimney Centerpoi...
Page 15 - No side wall protection is required for fireplaces; Side View; Top View; Mantels; wood mantels
15 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 local building codes for minimum clearance from top of fireplace opening to bottom of mantel shelf.All joints (top, bottom and sides) where wall or deco-rative facing material meets fireplace surround must be completely sealed with a noncombustible material. (Figures...
Page 16 - Side Wall Protection; Examples of wall shield insulation:; Hearth Installation; or; COMMON MATERIALS AND FACTORS; To determine the thickness required for any; new
16 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Side Wall Protection Adjacent combustible side walls that are within mini-mum dimensions shown in Figure 25 of the fireplace opening must be protected with CFM Corporation Wall Shield Model SP40 or a specifically built wall shield described in Figure 20.The special w...
Page 18 - Operation; Attach Handles; handles; EWF30 Controls; primary air control; is located in the upper left; The Damper; The damper directs air flow within the fireplace.; damper; is operated by moving the lever located in
18 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Operation Attach Handles The fallaway handle is used to open and close the front doors. Remove after each use so the handle will not get hot. Keep in convenient location for each use. (Fig. 27)Assemble the primary air control and damper handles by passing the screw...
Page 19 - Correct; The Fan; NOTE: When operated with the; Burn Only High-Quality Wood
19 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 KT108b BFC Correct door position 8/23/00 djt KT108b Fig. 230 Correct door position during operation. Correct Optional Spark Screen Correct The Fan Heated air from the fireplace is forced into the room by an internal fan. The control for the fan is in the right corne...
Page 20 - Starting and Maintaining a Wood Fire; Some chimneys need to be “primed,” or; DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS HEATER.; Overfiring may; Reloading and Reviving a Wood Fire; If the charcoal bed is relatively thick and your; Special Tactics for Cold-Climate Heating
20 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Starting and Maintaining a Wood Fire Burn solid wood fuel only in the EWF30, and burn it directly on the grate. Do not elevate the fuel. Do not burn coal or other fuels. Minimize thermal stress by allowing the plates to adjust gradually during an initial break-in fi...
Page 21 - Remove and Store Ash Safely; Ash may contain hot coals and
21 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 A well-insulated home, located in a moderate climate and with the EWF30 Fireplace located centrally in an open floor plan, will be easier to heat than a drafty home in the far north in which the EWF30 is installed on an exterior wall at the end of a long house. Diff...
Page 22 - Care of the Cast Iron Surface; Maintenance; Door Pawl; How to Replace Gaskets; Replaceable Fiberglass Gaskets; The door to the front
22 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Keep your EWF30 Fireplace Looking New and Working Its Best Care of the Cast Iron Surface An occasional dusting with a dry rag will keep your EWF30 fireplace looking new. If the paint needs retouching, first allow the surface to cool completely. Wire-brush areas needi...
Page 23 - The Chimney System
23 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 1. Remove the existing fiberglass gasket by grasping an end and pulling firmly. 2. Use a wire brush or the tip of a screwdriver to clean the channel of any remaining cement or bits of gas-ket. 3. Apply a thin bead of fireplace cement to the newly- cleaned groove. 4. P...
Page 24 - Maintenance Schedule; • Ash should be removed before the level reaches the; Yearly Spring Cleaning:; • Remove ash from the fire box and replace with a
24 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 The prefabricated chimney used with your fireplace should be cleaned from above using an 8” round brush and the appropriate number of extension rods for com-plete access. The chimney cap first must be removed following the procedure recommended by the manufacturer. A...
Page 25 - Chimney Components; Component
25 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 U.S. Round Top Termination Top used to terminate chimney at roof. (Flashing not included.) RLTSK8 Round Top Termination - Top used to terminate chimney at chase. Extended (Flashing not included.) RLTSK8L Flashing Metal finishing required around Contemporary 8-6-12 w...
Page 26 - EWF30 Fireplace; Deflector Cabinet Top
26 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 EWF30 Fireplace CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. For unit WFE05H0 4 51 30, 31 18 23 34 35 36 40 41,42,43 37 38 44,45,46 47 39 27 26 25 50 ...
Page 28 - Optional Accessories; Fan Kit; Place fan assembly at the back of the unit between; TWABR
28 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Optional Accessories Fan Kit FK26 Fan The FK26 fan helps distribute heated air from within the firebox out into the room. The fan is controlled by a snapstat that turns power on and off as the firebox tem-perature rises above and falls below a preset tempera-ture. A ...
Page 29 - Trim Kits; Model; Steel Face Plate
29 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 Trim Kits A choice of two decorative stell face plates with brick ledge for masonry applications (if needed) are available to enhance the look of your EWF30 fireplace. Installa-tion instructions are included with the kit. Model Description EWF30SFP Steel Face Plate ...
Page 31 - LIMITED LIFETIME Warranty; For Vermont Castings; Limited Lifetime Warranty
31 Vermont Castings EWF30 20008662 LIMITED LIFETIME Warranty For Vermont Castings EWF30, Sequoia II, Non-Catalytic Woodburning Fireplace Limited Lifetime Warranty CFM Corporation warrants that all refractory brick and material used in this product will be warranted against deterioration not resultin...
Page 32 - CFM Corporation
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