Page 2 - Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove; Save These Instructions for Future Reference; Welcome; All of Us at CFM Corporation
2 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 This manual describes the installation, operation, and maintenance of the Vermont Castings Defiant Model 1610CE non-catalytic wood burning heater. This heater meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s emission limits for wood heaters so...
Page 3 - Table of Contents; The Story of the Defiant; Installation Accessories
3 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Table of Contents Specifications ................................................. 4Installation ...................................................... 5Assembly ...................................................... 12Operation .................
Page 4 - Specifications
4 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Specifications Defiant, Model 1610CE Nominal heat output ............. 14.5 kW (49,500 BTU/hr) 1 Mnimum flue draught ....................... 12 Pa (0.048” WG)Mean flue gas temp .............................. 419° C (786° F)Efficiency (space heatin...
Page 5 - Installation; Before you begin an installation, be sure that:; Outside Air
5 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Installation SAFETY NOTICE: IF YOUR DEFIANT IS NOT PROP-ERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRIC-TIONS AND INSTALLATION I...
Page 6 - What Kind of Chimney to Use; Masonry Chimneys; Connecting Flue Pipes
6 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 What Kind of Chimney to Use You must connect the Defiant to a code-approved masonry chimney with a flue liner, to a relined masonry chimney that meets local codes, or to a prefabricated metal chimney. Figure 3 illustrates the two types. The chi...
Page 7 - Special slip pipes and thimble sleeves that form
7 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 c) Mild steel fluepipes complying with BS 1449: Part 1: 1991, with a flue wall thickness of at least 3 mm;d) Cast iron fluepipes complying with BS 41: 1973 (1998).Flue Pipes with a spigot and socket joint should be fitted with the socket facing u...
Page 8 - Fireplace Installations
8 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 securely in place. Most chimney breeches incorporate thimbles, but the fit must be snug and the joint between the thimble and the chimney wall must be cemented firmly.A special piece called the “thimble sleeve,” slightly smaller in diameter tha...
Page 9 - Through the Fireplace; Hearths
9 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Through the Fireplace If your fireplace opening height is at least 737 mm (29"), you may install a Defiant through the opening using a “positive connection” kit, available from your local deal-er. Positive connection kits ensure a tight fit ...
Page 10 - Floor Protection for Fireplace Installation
10 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Costructional Hearth Dimensions as below At least 300 mm At least 150 mm or to a suitable heat resistant wall At least 150 mm Hearth Surface Free of Com- bustible Material Perimeter should be clearly marked e.g. edge of superimposed hearth P...
Page 11 - Summary of Clearances; The minimum thickness of solid noncombus-; Defiant EU; Connecting Flue Pipe - Clearances
11 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Summary of Clearances Minimum recommended side clearances to non-combustible surfaces 125 mm (5”).Minimum recommended rear clearance to noncom-bustible surfaces 50 mm (2”).NOTE: The minimum thickness of solid noncombus- tible materials is sp...
Page 12 - Set Up Your Stove; Assembly; Install Stove Legs; Attach; Storing the Handle
12 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Set Up Your Stove Cast iron stoves are heavy, and it will take two to four people to move your Defiant into position.Wipe the protective coating of oil from the griddle with a clean dry rag or a paper towel. Install the handle on the griddle....
Page 13 - Insert the screws through the ash door heat shield; Attach the fan assembly at the bottom edge of the inner
13 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Install the Optional Ash Door Heat Shield Many installations will require the use of the supplied ash door heat shield. Refer to the “Floor Protection” sections starting on Page 9 to determine if your installa-tion requires the use of the as...
Page 14 - The Defiant Controls; facing the stove; Operation; A Single Air Control Regulates; thermostat; Air Control Positions; Damper Positions; Two Ways to Add Fuel
14 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 The Defiant Controls Two controls regulate the performance of the Defiant: a primary air control supplies oxygen for the fire, and a damper directs air flow within the stove to activate and deactivate the catalytic combustor. (Fig. 25)Symbols ca...
Page 15 - The Defiant NC is; door open; Do not; they often contain
15 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Defiant ST521Intrepidloading11/00 ST521 Fig. 28 Top loading is the best way to add fuel during regular use. Front loading is useful for kindling a fire. In addition, however, the front doors open as well for adding an occasional log to a fire....
Page 16 - Use the Air Control Settings; Burn Rate; Conditioning Your Stove
16 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 agement information on Page 26 to see how the size, type, and location of your chimney will affect your stove operation. When thermometer readings drop below 175° C (350° F) it is time to adjust the air control for a higher burn rate or to r...
Page 17 - starting a fire; good fire; If this is one of the; Some chimneys must be “primed,” or warmed; If your Defiant has been broken-in previously; Close the damper when the griddle temperature; add wood fire; Refuel While the Embers Are Still Hot
17 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 ST263 starting a fire 12/99 ST263 Fig. 31 Start the fire with newspaper and dry kindling. ST264 good fire 12/99 ST264 Fig. 32 Add larger pieces of wood as the fire begins to burn well. 1. Open the stove bypass damper, and open the prima-ry air...
Page 18 - Door handles can be hot. A glove has been; CAUTION: The Defiant will be hot while in opera-; Overfiring may; Ash Disposal; ashdoor
18 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 operating temperature quickly. Use this sequence as a guide to successful refueling: NOTE: Door handles can be hot. A glove has been included with your stove. We recommend using this glove whenever operating door or damper controls and espec...
Page 19 - Draft Management
19 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Draft Management A stove is part of a system, which 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 the parts, the system ...
Page 21 - Maintenance; Left Door
21 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Below you will find important information on general care, inspection and maintenance of your Vermont Castings stove. Should it become necessary, use only replacement parts recommended by your authorized dealer. Keep Your Stove Looking New an...
Page 22 - Adjust the Damper as Needed; Door Pawl; Damper adjustment
22 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Adjust the Damper as Needed The tension on the Defiant’s damper is adjustable to compensate for compression of the gasket that seals the damper to the upper fireback. To adjust the damper:1. Remove the griddle. Loosen the lock nut at the cen- ...
Page 23 - All Gasketed Construction Gaskets; The lower fireback to the back panel; The Chimney System; Creosote
23 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 3. Determine the correct length of the appropriate-sized gasket by laying it out in the channel. Allow an extra 25-51 mm (1-2”), and mark the spot to be cut.4. Remove the gasket from the channel, place it on a wood cutting surface, and cut i...
Page 24 - Maintenance Schedule; Clear any ash build-up from around the air holes and; Check gasketing for wear, and replace if necessary.; The Chimney Connector; ANNUAL SPRING CLEANING:; Thoroughly clean the chimney.
24 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Clean the chimney connector by disconnecting the sec-tions, taking them outside, and removing any deposits with a stiff wire brush. Reinstall the connector sections after cleaning, being sure to secure the joints between individual sections ...
Page 25 - Defiant Woodburning Stove
25 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 12 87 24 23 20 22 19 21 13 14 5 16 17 18 25 69 64 35 65 6 7 8 39 32 88 42 43 50 41 15 48 38 40 34 2 53 54 55 58 76 75 70 74 68 80 78 67 77 75 71 73 80 78 68 33 2850Defiant Nparts11/05 66 62 37 62 11 28 62 59 45 23 45 23 56 46 45 61 60 47 4 1...
Page 26 - Item Description
26 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Defiant Woodburning Stove Model 1610CE (continued) 1. Side Insulation 30002846 2. Right Side Brick 30002847 3. Left Side Refractory 30002848 4. Brick Support Bracket 30002480 5. Griddle Gasket 1203668 6. Back 30002833 7. Left Heat Deflector 30...
Page 27 - Shell Enamel Parts - Defiant Model 1610CE
27 Defiant 1610CE Non-Catalytic Woodburning Stove 30003846 Defiant Woodburning Stove Model 1610CE (continued) Shell Enamel Parts - Defiant Model 1610CE Part Name Classic Biscuit Bordeaux Chestnut Ebony Midnight Vermont Brown Blue Green Top 30002834 30002874 30002915 30002926 30002894 30002884 30002937...
Page 28 - Limited Lifetime Warranty; CFM Corporation
LIMITED LIFETIME Warranty For Vermont Castings Defiant, Non-Catalytic Wood Stove Limited Lifetime Warranty CFM Corporation warrants that all refractory brick and material used in this product will be warranted against deterioration not resulting from physical damage or overloading of the woodstove fo...
