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1 Vermont Castings • Resolute® Acclaim Installation & Operating Manual_R33 • 05/17 2000893

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For use in the United States and Canada

SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, OPERATED AND MAINTAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.

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Resolute® AcclaimWood Burning Stove

Model 2490

Owner's ManualInstallation and Appliance Setup - Care and Operation

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.Call your dealer for questions on Installation, Operation, or Service.

NOTICE: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this wood-burning room heater. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury or even death.

• Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherflammablevaporsand liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Donotoverfire-Ifanyexternalpartstartstoglow,youareoverfiring.Closeaircontrols.Overfiringwillvoidyour warranty.

• Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles asspecified.Failuretocomplymaycauseahousefire.

WARNING!

Testedandapprovedforusewithdry,seasonedcordwoodonly. Do Not Burn Wet or Green Wood. Burning any other type of fuel will void your warranty.

CAUTION!

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Resolute® Acclaim Woodburning Stove

Thank you for choosing a Vermont Castings Resolute Acclaim.Yourstoveisoneofthefinestavailable.Itfeatureshighefficiency,non-catalyticperformance,usingspace-agerefractorymaterial and the precisely calibrated delivery of air to a concentrated charcoal bed to promote secondary combustion in a controlled environment. Iftreatedproperlyandoperatedaccordingtotheguidelinesinthismanualitwillprovideyearsofsafe,dependable,andeconomical heating. TheResoluteAcclaimislistedbyOMNI-TestLaboratoriesofPortland,Oregon.TheteststandardsareANSI/UL-1482and737 for the United States and ULC S627 for Canada.The Resolute Acclaim is listed for burning wood. Do not burn other fuels. The Resolute Acclaim is listed and approved for installation in mobile homes only in the United States and only with use of VermontCastingsMobileHomeInstallationKit#3249.TheVermontCastingsResoluteAcclaimisincompliancewiththestandardssetforthbytheFederalEnvironmentalProtectionAgency,40CFRPart60.532(b)(2),asstatedonthepermanentlabelattachedtoeachstove.Inadditiontodirectionsoninstallationandoperation,thismanualincludesdirectionsonmaintenanceandassembly.Werecommendthatyouhireaprofessionalsolidfuelstoveinstallertoinstallyourstove,ortoadviseyouontheinstallationshould you attempt to install it yourself.

Table of ContentsSpecifications ......................................................3Dimensions ..........................................................4Installation ............................................................5

What kind of Chimney to Use .............................5StoveInstallation ................................................8FloorProtection ..................................................9Clearance to Combustibles Chart ....................13AlcoveInstallation ............................................17Smoke&CODetectors ....................................18Safety Tips .......................................................18

Operation ............................................................18Stove Controls ..................................................19How to Build and Maintain a Fire .....................20Ash Removal ....................................................23

Draft Management .............................................24Maintenance .......................................................26Service Parts List ..............................................31Warranty .............................................................34

Proposition 65 Warning:Fuelsusedingas,woodburningoroilfiredappliances,and theproductsofcombustionof such fuels, contain chemicals known to the StateofCalifornia to cause cancer, birth defects and otherreproductive harm.CaliforniaHealth&SafetyCodeSec.25249.6

Warming Shelf:#0064 Classic Black#1385 Biscuit#1395 Brown Majolica#1397 BordeauxAccessories:#0184 Rear Heat Shield#0246 Bottom Heat Shield#0133 Sparkscreen#3255 OutsideAirAdapter(for3"Ducting)

#3249MobileHomeKit-Includes:RearandBottomHeatShields,OutsideAirAdapter,Ducting and Leg Clips

#0574 Stove Surface Thermometer#3421 GasketKit#4360 GriddleHandleKit




MODEL: ResoluteAcclaim,Model2490LABORATORY: OMNITestLaboratories,IncREPORT NO. 227-S-29-4TYPE: SolidFuelRoomHeater/Wood

Burning TypeSTANDARD(s): UL1482-1996,UL737-2007,

ULC-S627-00

EPA Certification Number: 412Non-Catalytic InformationEPA Certified Emissions: 3.4g/hr*EPA Default Efficiency: 71.0%**Actual tested Efficiency: 72.1%***EPA BTU Output: 9,500-33,900****Peak BTU/Hour Output: N/AOther Important InformationVent Size: 6Inch(152mm)Firebox Size: 1.6 cu. ft.Max. Wood Length: 18"MaximumIdeal Wood Length: 16"(TopLoad)Fuel Seasoned Cordwood

(20%moisture)

*An efficiency based on EPA historical data: 63% for non-catalytic stoves.**Maximum calculated efficiency using Douglas Fire dimensional lumber and data collected during EPA emissions test.***A range of BTU outputs based on EPA Default Efficiency and the burn rates from the low and high EPA tests, using Douglas Fir dimensional lumber.**** A peak BTU out of the unit calculated using the maximum first hour burn rate from the High EPA Test and BTU content of seasoned cordwood (8600) times the efficiency.This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repair for properoperation.Itisagainstfederalregulationstooperatethis wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.

Area Heated..................................Upto1,600SquarefeetLoading .......................................................... Front and topFlue Exit Position .........................Reversible,ToporRearPrimary Air ...................................................... Manually SetSecondary Air ..........................................................PresetAsh Handling System........................RemovableAshPanGlass Panels ...........................High-TemperatureCeramicWeight ......................................................425lbs.(192kg.)

Specifications




RESOLUTEAcclaim

25-1/2"(648 mm)

27-1/2"(699 mm)

26"(660 mm)

6"(152 mm)

23"(584 mm)

19-1/2"(495 mm)

12-3/4"(324 mm)

25"(635 mm)

21-1/2"(546 mm)

25"(635 mm)

19"(483 mm)

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21-1/2"(546 mm)

(Reg. Legs)19-1/2"

(495 mm)(Short Legs)

Figure 1-ResoluteAcclaimdimensions.

DRAWINGSNOTTOSCALE

DimensionsWidth(leg-to-leg) .......................................26"(660mm)Depth(leg-to-leg)......................................19"(480mm)Height to Top of Flue Collar: w/Regularlegs .................. 271⁄2"(699mm)TopExit ...........................................25"(635mm)RearExit w/Shortlegs ...................... 251⁄2"(648mm)TopExit ...........................................23"(584mm)RearExit




InstallationSAFETY NOTICE: IF YOUR RESOLUTE ACCLAIM IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, OPERATED AND MAINTAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. FOR SAFETY, FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DIRECTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.Beforeyoubeginaninstallation,reviewyourplanstoseethat:• Your stove and chimney connector will be far enough from

combustible material to meet all clearance requirements.• Thefloorprotector is largeenoughand is constructed

properly to meet all requirements.• You have all necessary permits from local authorities.Yourlocalbuildingofficialisthefinalauthorityforapprovingyour installation as safe and determining that it meets local and state codes.The metal label permanently attached to the back of every Vermont Castings stove indicates that it has been tested to currentULandULCstandards,andgivesthenameofthetesting laboratory. Clearance and installation information is also printed on the label. Local authorities generally will acceptthelabelasevidencethat,whenthestoveisinstalledaccordingtotheinformationonthelabelandinthismanual,the installation meets codes and can be approved.Codesvaryindifferentareas,however.Beforestartingtheinstallation,reviewyourplanswiththelocalbuildingauthority.Your local dealer can provide any additional information needed.Foranyunresolvedquestionsaboutinstallation,refertotheNationalFireProtectionAssociation’spublicationANSI/NFPA211–1988Standard forChimneys, Fireplaces,Vents andSolidFuelBurningAppliances. InCanada, theequivalentpublication isCSACAN-B365, InstallationCode forSolidFuel Burning Appliances and Equipment. These standards are the basis for many national codes. They are nationally recognized and are accepted by most local authorities. Your localdealeroryourlocalbuildingofficialmayhaveacopyof these regulations. IMPORTANT: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN A DANGEROUS SITUATION, INCLUDING A CHIMNEY OR HOUSE FIRE. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY AND DO NOT ALLOW MAKESHIFT COMPROMISES TO ENDANGER PROPERTY AND PERSONAL SAFETY.

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Aprefabricateddouble-wall insulated chimney

Atile-linedmasonry chimney

Figure 3-Standardchimneytypes.

2' Min.

2' Min.

3'Min.

0 To 10'

3'Min.

0 To 10'

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ReferencePoint

Figure 2-The2’-3’-10’ruleforchimneys.

Masonry ChimneysAn inspection of the chimney must confirm that it has alining. Do not use an unlined chimney. The chimney also shouldbeexaminedforcracks,loosemortar,othersignsofdeterioration,andblockage.Repairanydefectsbeforethechimney is used with your stove.

What Kind of Chimney to UseYour Resolute Acclaim may be connected either to a sound masonry chimney that meets local codes, to a relinedmasonrychimneythatmeetslocalcodes,ortoanapprovedprefabricatedmetal chimney.Whatever kind youuse, thechimney and chimney connector must be in good condition and kept clean.Ifyouuseanexistingmasonrychimney,itmustbeinspectedto ensure safe condition before the stove is installed. Your localprofessionalchimneysweep,buildinginspector,orfiredepartmentofficialwillbeabletomaketheinspectionortodirect you to someone who can.Thechimneyshouldextendatleast3’(914mm)abovethehighestpointwhere itpassesthrougharoof,andat least2’(610mm)higherthananyportionofabuildingwithin10’(3m).(Figure2)Forproperdraftandgoodperformance,anychimneyusedwithaResoluteAcclaimshouldextendatleast16’(5m)abovethefluecollarofthestove.Napoleon Home Inspections



Unusedopeningsinanexistingmasonrychimneymustbesealedwithmasonrytothethicknessofthechimneywall,andthechimneylinershouldberepaired.Openingssealedwith pie plates or wallpaper are a hazard and should be sealedwithmortarorrefractorycement. In theeventofachimneyfire,flamesandsmokemaybeforcedoutoftheseunused thimbles.The chimney should be thoroughly cleaned before use.A newly-built masonry chimneymust conform to thestandardsofyourlocalbuildingcodeor,intheabsenceofalocalcode,toarecognizednationalcode.Masonrychimneysmustbelined,eitherwithcode-approvedmasonryorprecastrefractory tiles, stainless steel pipe, or a code-approved,“poured-in-place”liner.Thechimney’sclean-outdoormustseal tightly to help ensure a good draft.Prefabricated ChimneysA prefabricated metal chimney must be one tested and listedforusewithsolid-fuelburningappliancestotheHigh-Temperature(H.T.)ChimneyStandardUL-103-1985(2100°F.)fortheUnitedStates,andHighTemperature(650°C)StandardULCS-629forCanada.DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.Chimney SizeA Resolute Acclaim is approved for venting into a masonry chimneywithafluesizeof8”x8”(203x203mm),andintoaroundfluesizeof8”(203mm)or6”(152mm).Itmaybe vented into larger chimneys aswell.However,chimneyswith liners larger than8”x12” (203x305mm)mayexperience rapid cooling of smokeand reduction indraft,especiallyiftheyarelocatedoutsidethehome.Theselarge chimneys may need to be insulated or to have their fluesrelinedforproperstoveperformance.Accessories to help make the connection between stainless steel chimney liners and your Resolute Acclaim are available through your local dealer.Chimney Connector GuidelinesAchimneyconnectoristhedouble-wallorsingle-wallpipethat connects the stove to the chimney. The chimney itself is amasonryorprefabricatedstructurethatenclosestheflue.Chimney connectors are used only to make the connection from the stove to the chimney. They are for interior use only.Double-wall connectorsmustbe testedand listed forusewith solid-fuel burningappliances.Single-wall connectorsshouldbemadeof24gaugeorheaviersteel,andshouldbe6”(152mm)indiameter.Donotusegalvanizedchimneyconnector; it cannot withstand the high temperatures that can bereachedbysmokeandexhaustgases,andmayreleasetoxicfumesunderhighheat.

Ifpossible,donotpass thechimneyconnector throughacombustiblewallorceiling.Ifpassagethroughacombustiblewall is unavoidable, refer to the recommendations in thesectionfollowingonWallPass-Throughs.Donotpasstheconnectorthroughanattic,aclosetoranysimilarconcealedspace.Thewholechimneyconnectorshouldbeexposedandaccessible for inspection and cleaning.Install thechimneyconnectornot less than23” (584mm)fromtheceiling.Keepitasshortanddirectaspossible,withnomorethantwo(2)90°turns.Ifpossible,use45°elbows.Slopehorizontalrunsofconnectorsupward1/4”perfoot(20mmpermeter)goingfromthestovetowardthechimney.Therecommendedmaximumlengthofahorizontalrunis3’(914mm),andthetotallengthofchimneyconnectorshouldbenolongerthan8’(2.5m).In cathedral ceiling installations, extend theprefabricatedchimneydownwardtowithin8’(2.5m)ofthestove.SAFETY NOTE: ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES AND PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR WHEN DRILLING, CUTTING OR JOINING SECTIONS OF CHIMNEY CONNECTOR.Double-wall Chimney ConnectorsThe listing for the Resolute Acclaim in the U.S. and Canada includesuseofdouble-wallchimneyconnectorsthathavebeentestedandlistedforusewithsolid-fuelburningappliancesby a recognized testing laboratory.Information on assembling and installing double-wallconnectorsisprovidedbythemanufacturerofthedouble-wallpipe.Followthemanufacturer’sinstructionsexactlyasyou assemble the connector and attach it to the stove and chimney. Using chimneys and connectors from the same manufacturer helps make the assembly and installation straightforward.NOTE: For installations using double-wall connectors, minimum clearances must conform to the listed clearances in the clearance chart on Page 12.




Single-wall Chimney Connectors• Beginningat thefluecollarof thestove,assemble the

chimneyconnector.Insertthefirstcrimpedendintothestove’sfluecollar,andkeepeachcrimpedendpointingtoward the stove.Using theholes in the fluecollar asguides,drill1/8” (3mm)holes in thebottomof thefirstsectionof chimneyconnectorandsecure it to thefluecollarwiththree(3)#10x1/2”sheetmetalscrews.

• Secure each joint between sectionsofchimneyconnector,including telescoping joints,with at least three (3) sheetmetal screws. The predrilled holes in the top of each section of chimney connector serve as guideswhenyoudrill1/8”(3mm)holesinthebottomofthenextsection.

• Secure the chimney connector tothechimney.Instructionsforvarious installations follow.

• Be sure the installed stove and chimney connector are correct distances from nearby combustible material.

NOTE: Special slip pipes and thimble sleeves that form telescoping joints between sections of chimney connector are available to simplify installations. They often eliminate the need to cut individual connector sections. Consult your local dealer about these special pieces.Securing the Single-wall Connector to a Prefabricated ChimneyFollow the installation instructions of the chimney manufacturer exactlyasyouinstallthechimney.Themanufacturerofthechimneywillsupplytheaccessoriestosupportthechimney,eitherfromtheroofofthehouse,attheceilingoftheroomwherethestoveisinstalled,orfromanexteriorwall.Special adapters are available from your local dealer to make the connection between the prefabricated chimney and the chimney connector. The top of such adapters attach directly tothechimneyortothechimney’sceilingsupportpackage,while the bottom of the adapter is screwed to the chimney connector.Theseadaptersaredesignedsothetopendwillfitoutsidetheinnerwallofthechimney,andthebottomendwillfitinsidethefirstsectionofchimneyconnector.Whenassembledinthisway,anysootorcreosotefallingfromtheinnerwallsofthe chimney will stay inside the chimney connector. Securing the Single-wall Connector to a Masonry ChimneyBothfreestandingmasonrychimneysandfireplacemasonrychimneys may be used for installation of your Resolute Acclaim.

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Figure 4 - The crimpedend of the connector points toward the stove.

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Thimble Sleeve

Chimney Connector

Flue

Keepsleeve end flushwithfluetile

Figure 5-Thethimble,madeofeitherceramicormetal,mustbecemented securely in place.

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Chimney

Elbow

SlipPipe

Standard Connector

Flue Collar

Thimble

Flue Liner

Flue Liner

Figure 6-Chimneyconnectionisafreestandinginstallation.

Freestanding Installations Ifthechimneyconnectormustpassthroughacombustiblewall to reach thechimney, followtherecommendations intheWall Pass-Through section that follows. The openingthrough the chimney wall to the flue (the “breech”) mustbelinedwitheitheraceramicormetalcylinder,calledthe“thimble”,whichissecurelycementedinplace.Mostchimneybreechesincorporatethimbles,butthefitmustbesnugandthe joint between the thimble and the chimney wall must be cementedfirmly.(Figure5)Aspecialpiececalledthe“thimblesleeve,”slightlysmallerindiameterthanstandardconnectorandmostthimbles,willfacilitate the removal of the chimney connector system for inspection and cleaning. Thimble sleeves should be available from your local dealer.Toinstallathimblesleeve,slideitintothebreechuntilitisflushwiththeinnerfluewall.Donotextenditintotheactualfluepassage,asthiscouldinterferewiththedraft.Thethimblesleeveshouldprotrude1-2”(25-50mm)intotheroom. Use furnace cement and thin gasketing to seal the sleeve in place in the thimble. Secure the chimney connector to the outer end of the sleeve with sheet metal screws.




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FlexibleConnector

Mantel Shield

Fireplace AdaptorKit

Figure 8-Chimneyconnectorenterschimneythroughthefireplaceopening.

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Chimney Connector Shields *

*

Mantel

Seal the Damper

*Check these clearances

Figure 7-Chimneyconnectorenterschimneyabovethefireplace.

Wall Pass-ThroughsWheneverpossible,designyourinstallationsotheconnectordoes not pass through a combustible wall. If you areconsideringawallpass-throughinyourinstallation,checkwith your building inspector before you begin. Also check with thechimneyconnectormanufacturer foranyspecificrequirements.Accessoriesareavailableforuseaswallpass-throughs.Ifusingoneofthese,makesureithasbeentestedandlistedforuseasawallpass-through.U.S.: In the United States, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has established guidelines for passing chimney connectors through combustible walls. Many building code inspectors follow these guidelines when approving installations. The following illustration showsoneNFPA-recommendedmethod. All combustible material in the wall is cut away a sufficientdistancefromthesingle-wallconnectortoprovidethe required 12” (305mm) clearance for the connector.Any material used to close up the opening must be noncombustible.ThreeothermethodsarealsoapprovedbytheNFPA.Theseare: • Usingasectionofdouble-wall chimneywitha9” (229

mm)clearancetocombustibles.• Placing a chimney connector pipe inside a ventilated

thimble,which is thenseparated fromcombustiblesby6”(152mm)offiberglassinsulatingmaterial.

• Placingachimneyconnectorpipeinsideasectionof9”(229mm)diameter,solid-insulated,factory-builtchimney,with2”(51mm)ofairspacebetweenthechimneysectionand combustibles.

Through A FireplaceIfyourfireplaceopeningheightisatleast23”(584mm)*,youmay install a Resolute Acclaim through the opening using a“positiveconnection”kitavailablefromyourlocaldealer.These kits provide a secure connection between the stove fluecollarandthechimneyflue.(Figure8)Ifitisnecessaryto reverse thefluecollar fromthe topexit to the rearexitposition,followthedirectionsonPage10.Fireplaceinstallations,whetherconnectedtotheflueaboveor through the fireplace opening, have special clearancerequirements to adjacent trimand themantel.You’ll findtherequiredsafeclearancesforResoluteAcclaimfireplaceinstallationsonPage11.Floor protection requirements also apply to fireplace installations.FloorprotectionisdiscussedonPage9.

Above A FireplaceIn this installation, the chimney connector rises from thestove,turnsninetydegrees,andgoesbackintothefireplacechimney.(Figure7)Thelinerofthefireplacechimneyshouldextendatleasttothepointatwhichthechimneyconnectorenters the chimney. Follow all the guidelines for installing a chimneyconnectorintoafreestandingmasonrychimney,andpay special attention to these additional points:• Ifthereisacombustiblemantelortrim,checkthestove

and chimney connector clearances. Use the necessary combinationofmantel,trim,andconnectorheatshieldsto provide the required clearances.

• Double-checkconnectorclearancefromtheceiling.• The fireplace dampermust be closed and sealed to

preventroomairfrombeingdrawnuptheflue,reducingthe draft.However, itmust be possible to reopen thedamper to inspect or clean the chimney.Napoleon Home Inspections



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Figure 10-Anapprovedwallpass-throughforCanada.Figure 9-Anapprovedwallpass-throughfortheUnitedStates.

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Wall Stud

Chimney Connector

Floor Protection

12”(305mm)ofNoncombustible Material

Floor ProtectionA tremendous amount of heat radiates from the bottom plate ofyourResoluteAcclaim.Thefloorareadirectlyunderandaround the stove will require protection from radiant heat as well as from stray sparks or embers that may escape the firebox.Heat protection is provided through the use of a Vermont Castings BottomHeat Shield #0246. Spark and emberprotectionmustbeprovidedbyafloorprotectorconstructedwithnoncombustiblematerialasspecified.Most installations will require that the bottom heat shield be attached.Onlywhen thestove isplacedonacompletelynoncombustible surface such as unpainted concrete over earth may it be used without the heat shield. Evenwhenthebottomheatshieldisinstalled,youmustprovidespecialprotectiontothefloorbeneath.Forinstallationswiththeheatshieldattached,useanoncombustiblefloorprotectorsuchas1/4”non-asbestosmineralboardorequivalent,or24gaugesheetmetal.Thefloorprotectormaybecoveredwith a noncombustible decorative material if desired. Do not obstruct the space under the heater.ProtectionrequirementsvarysomewhatbetweentheUnitedStates and Canada as follows: U.S. installationsthefloorprotectorisrequiredunderthestoveandmustextendatleast16”fromthefrontofthestove(“C”,Figure11),andatleast6”fromthesidesandrear(“D”and“E”,Figure11).Itmustalsoextendunderthechimneyconnectorand2”toeitherside(“F”,Figure11).Tomeettheserequirements,afloorprotectormustbeatleast38”wideand42”deep.In Canada, a noncombustible floor protector is requiredundertheheateralso.Thefloorprotectormustextend18”(457mm)tothefront(“C”,Figure11),and8”(203mm)fromthesidesandrear(“D”and“E”,Figure11).Tomeettheserequirements,afloorprotectormustbeatleast42”(1067mm)wideand46”(1168mm)deep.

Canada: The Canadian Standards Association has established different guidelines. The illustration below shows one method, in which all combustible material in the wall is cut away to provide the required 18” (457 mm) clearance for the connector. The resulting space must remain empty. A flush-mounted sheet metal cover may be used on one side only. If covers must be used on both sides, each cover must be mounted on noncombustible spacers at least 1” (25 mm) clear of the wall. Your local dealer or your local building inspector can provide details of other approved methods of passing a chimney connector through a combustible wall.InCanada, this typeof installationmustconform toCAN/CSA-B365, Installation Code for Solid Fuel BurningAppliances and Equipment. NOTE: Do not vent your Resolute Acclaim into a factory-built (zero-clearance) fireplace under any circumstances. The Resolute Acclaim has not been specifically tested and listed for this type of installation. These appliances and theirchimneysarespecificallydesignedasaunit foruseasfireplaces.Itmayvoidthelistingorbehazardoustoadapt them for any other use.DO NOT CONNECT THE RESOLUTE ACCLAIM TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.




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RESOLUTEAcclaim

Wood framing requires protection from radiant heat

Figure 12 - Supporting timbers under fireplace hearth areconsidered to be combustible

U.S. CanadaA 38" 42"(1067mm)B 42" 46"(1168mm)C 16" 18"(457mm)D 6" 8"(203mm)E 6" 8"(203mm)F 10" 10"(254mm)

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Top Exit Rear Exit

Figure 11-Requiredfloorprotectordimensions.

Keep the Stove a Safe Distance From Surrounding MaterialsBoth a stove and its chimney connector radiate heat in all directions when operating. A safe installation requires that adequate clearance be maintained between the stove and nearby combustible materials to ensure that such materials do not overheat.Clearance is the distance between either your stove or chimneyconnector,andnearbywalls,floors,theceiling,andanyotherfixedcombustiblesurface.Keepfurnishingsandothercombustiblematerialsawayfromthestoveaswell.Ingeneral,adistanceof48”(1220mm)mustbemaintainedbetween the stove and movable combustible items such as dryingclothes,furniture,newspapers,firewood,etc.Keepingthose clearance areas empty assures that nearby surfaces and objects will not overheat. Safe Ways to Reduce Clearances Your stove has special clearance requirements that have beenestablishedaftercarefulresearch,andtestingtoULand ULC standards.Clearance requirements have been established to meet most installationpossibilities,andtheyinvolvethecombinationoffour basic variables:• When the stove has no listed heat shield mounted on it.• When the stove has a listed heat shield mounted on it.• When the wall has no listed heat shield mounted on it.• When the wall has a listed heat shield mounted on it.Ingeneral,thegreatestclearanceisrequiredwhenyouareplacing a stove with no heat shield near a wall with no heat shield. The least clearance is required when both the stove and the wall have heat shields. Reducing a stove clearance may require a listed heat shield on the chimney connector as well. Clearances may be reduced only by means approved by the regulatoryauthority,or inaccordancewith theclearanceslisted in this manual.

Floor Protection for Fireplace InstallationDo not assume that your fireplace hearth is completelynoncombustible Many fireplace hearths do not satisfy the “completely noncombustible”requirementbecausethebrickorconcreteinfrontofthefireplaceopeningissupportedbyheavywoodframing as in Figure 12. Because heat passes readily through brickorconcrete,itcaneasilypassthroughtothewood.Asaresult,suchfireplacehearthscanbeafirehazardandareconsideredacombustiblefloor.For all fireplace installations, follow the floor protectionguidelines described above.Keepinmindthatmanyraisedhearthswillextendlessthanthe required clearance from the front of the heater when it is installed. In such cases, sufficient floor protectionasdescribed above must be added in front of the hearth to satisfy theminimumfloor protector requirement from thefrontofthestove:16"(410mm)fromthefrontintheUnitedStatesand18"(457mm)fromthefrontinCanada.Hearthrugsdonotsatisfytherequirementsforfloorprotectionastheyarenotfireproof.Fireplace installations also have special clearance requirements to the sidewalls, side decorative trim, andfireplacemantel.Refertotheinformationonfireplaceandmantel trim shields in this section.




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Air Flow

Stud Wall Framing

Wall Shield

Noncombustible spacers and fasteners

Drywall

Air Flow

Shield

Metal Spacer

Screen

Figure 13-Approvedwallshieldconstruction.

5. Secure the extension plate and flue collar with thefastenersremovedinthefirststep.Runtheboltsinonlyfinger-tight.Adjust the fit of theextensionplateand/orfluecollarifnecessary.Tightenallfour(4)fasteners,butdo not overtighten them. Test the action of the griddle; makeanyneededadjustmentsbylooseningthehardware,repositioningthefluecollarandextensionplate,retestingthegriddleaction,andretighteningthehardware.

Fireplace InstallationsAfireplaceinstallationrequiresspecialclearancebetweenthesideofthestoveandtherightandleftwalls,thesideofthestoveandthedecorativesidetrimonthefireplaceface,and the top of the stove and the mantel.Venti lated shields (noncombustible) instal led onnoncombustible spacers 1” (25 mm) away from thecombustible surface may be used to reduce clearances. (Figure14)AmantelshieldfortheResoluteAcclaimmustbeatleast48”(1219mm)long,centeredoverthestove.Sidetrimshieldsmustextendthefulllengthofthetrim.(Figure15)Anunprotectedmantel(“A”,Figure15)musthaveaminimumclearanceof36"(914mm),measuredfromthestove’stopplate. With a ventilated shield the clearance may safely be reducedto30"(762mm).Maximumdepthofthemantelis9"(229mm).Unprotected top trim(B)protruding11⁄2" (38mm)or lessfromthefaceofthefireplacemustbeaminimumof28"(711mm)fromthestove'stopsurface.Thisclearancemaynotbereducedbyshielding.Iftoptrimprotrudesmorethan11⁄2"(38mm)themantelclearancesof36"(915mm)unshieldedand30"(762mm)shieldedmustbeused.Sidetrimmusthaveaminimumclearanceof8"(203mm),measured from the stove's top side edge. In this case,ventilated shielding will not provide protection to allow clearance reduction. In addition, a fireplace installationmust observe the floorprotection guidelines discussed previously.The charts and sample installations on the following pages list theclearancesrequiredforvariousinstallationconfigurationsof the Resolute Acclaim.

Airmustbeabletoflowbetweenthewallandtheshield.Atleast50%ofthebottom1”(25mm)oftheshieldshouldbeopen and the shield must be open at the top.Whencalculatingclearance,alwaysmeasurefromthetopplateofthestove,or,fromthechimneyconnectoritself,totheadjacent combustible surface. Do not measure from the heat shields of the stove or connector to the combustible surface.Reversing the Flue CollarYourResoluteAcclaimisshippedwiththefluecollarinthetopexitposition.Dependingonyourrequirements,youmaywishtoreversethefluecollarandextensionplatetotherearexitposition.Theonlytoolnecessaryisa7/16”wrench.To reverse the flue collar position:1. Remove the four (4) fasteners thathold thecollarand

extensionplate.Thefastenersareaccessiblebyreachingthroughthefluecollarofthestove.

2. Removethefluecollarandextensionplate.3. Examine the exposed gasket; contact your Vermont

Castings Authorized Dealer if the gasket needs to be replaced.

4. Position the extension plate and flue collar in theappropriateorientation,makingsurethegasketremainsinplace.Thenotchededgeoftheextensionplateshouldbenexttothegriddle.

Wall ShieldsWall shields should be constructed of 24 gauge or heavier sheetmetal,oranothernoncombustiblematerialsuchas1/2"(13mm)insulationboardorcommonbrick“laidonflat,”withthe 31⁄2"(89mm)sidedown.(Figure13)Shieldsmustbespacedoutfromthecombustiblesurface1"(25mm)onnoncombustiblespacers.Thespacersshouldnotbe directly behind the stove or chimney connector.




1" (25mm)

1/4" (6mm)

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Mantel

Spacer

Shield

Figure 14-Acustom-formedmantelshield.

Protected UnprotectedA-Mantel 30"(762mm) 36"(914mm)B-TopTrim 28"(711mm) 28"(711mm)C-SideTrim 8"(203mm) 8"(203mm)

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C C

A B

Fireplace Mantel and Trim ClearancesMeasured from the stove top and sides

Figure 15-Maintainclearancestocombustiblecomponentsofthemantelpiece.




Clearance to Combustibles ChartUnprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces

Stove Clearance

Parallel Installations Corner Installations** Parallel Installations Corner

Installations**Side Rear Corner Side Rear Corner

No Heat Shield (A)15"(380mm)

(B)24"(610mm)

(C)15"(380mm)

(D)8"(203mm)

(E)13"(330mm)

(F)8"(203mm)

TopExit,RearHeatShieldOnly1 (G)15"(380mm)

(H)24"(610mm)

(I)15"(380mm)

(J)8"(203mm)

(K)13"(330mm)

(L)8"(203mm)

RearExit,RearHeatShieldOnly (M)15"(38mm)

(N)10"(254mm) N/A (O)8"

(203mm)(P)7"

(180mm) N/A

TopExit,RearH.S.,Single-WallConnector,ConnectionShields1,2

(Q)15"(380mm)

(R)15"(380mm)

(S)15"(380mm)

(T)8"(203mm)

(U)9"(23mm)

(V)8"(203mm)

TopExit,RearH.S.,Double-WallConnector1,3

(Q)15"(380mm)

(R)17"(432mm)

(S)15"(380mm) *

Chimney Connector ClearanceNo Heat Shields 23"(508mm) 12"(305mm)Chimney Connector Heat Shields2 14"(360mm) 8"(203mm)

Double-WallConnector3 16"(410mm) *Front Clearance to Combustibles** AllInstallations-48"(1220mm)

*Clearanceswithdouble-wallconnectorsandprotectedsurfaceshavenotbeentestedfortheResoluteAcclaim.**Adistanceof48”mustbemaintainedbetweenthestoveandmovablecombustibleitemssuchasdryingclothes,furniture,firewood,etc.1 Whenarearheatshieldisinstalledonatopexitstove,theshieldinsertmustbeattachedtotheshieldsotheareabehindthefluecollaronthestoveisprotected.2 Chimneyconnectorheatshieldsmustextendexactly28”(710mm)abovethefluecollarofthestove.Noshieldingcanbeusedontheconnectorabove28”(710mm).Theunshieldedchimneyconnectorabovethe28”(710mm)pointwillbe14”(360mm)fromanunprotectedwallor8”(203mm)fromaprotectedwall.3 Intopexitinstallations,thisclearancerequirestheuseoftherearstoveheatshieldwiththeshieldinsertinstalled.




Unprotected Surfaces Protected SurfacesStove InstalledParallel to Wall Stove in Corner Stove Installed

Parallel to Wall Stove in Corner

TopExit,NoHeatShield

TopExit,RearHeatShieldOnly

RearExit,RearHeatShieldOnly

TopExit,RearHeatShieldandSingleWallConnectorw/Shields,orDoubleWallConnector

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Minimum Wall Shield Requirements for Common Installations

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ST6003Resolute Acclaimwall shield01/01

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A=26”(660mm)B=23”(584mm)C=44”(1118mm)D=36”(914mm)E=11”(279mm)F=43”(1092mm)G=47”(1194mm)H=1”(25mm)

Figure 18-Atopexitstovewithheatshieldsonboththestoveandchimney connector. Reduced rear and side wall clearances. The chimneyconnectorheatshieldmustbeexactly28”.Notethatrearand side wall shields meet at corner.

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A=26”(660mm)B=44”(1118mm)C=36”(914mm)D=11”(279mm)E=43”(1092mm)F=49”(1245mm)G=1”(25mm)

Figure 20-Atop-exitstovewithreducedrearandsidewallclearances.Notethatrearwallshieldmustextendcompletelytocorner.

E

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A=26”(660mm)B=44”(1118mm)C=36”(914mm)D=48”(1220mm)E=1”(25mm)

Figure 19-Atop-exitstovewithawallshieldonlynopipeorstoveheatshields).A26”widesectionofrearwallshieldmustbecenteredbehind the connector.

FF

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Figure 21-A top-exit stovewith reduced rear and side wallclearance. Wall shields must meet at corner.

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A=26”(660mm)B=49”(1245mm)C=44”(1118mm)D=36”(914mm)E=1”(25mm)F=23”(584mm)

Figure 17-Atop-exitstovewith90°elbowandnostoveorconnectorheat shields. Note clearance between chimney connector and ceiling.

A

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A=48”(1220mm)B=36”(914mm)

Figure 16-Arear-exitstovewithreducedrearwallclearanceonly.




Distance from the Center of the Flue Collar to the Wall in Top-Exit Installations Theinformationonthispageishelpfulinplanningstoveplacementfortop-exitinginstallations,particularlythoseinstallationswithchimneysthatpassthroughtheceiling.However,thisisnotaclearancechart.FinalstoveclearancesmustadheretotheguidelinesstatedintheClearanceChartonPage12.

Resolute Acclaim: WITHOUT Stove and Chimney Connector Heat ShieldsUnprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces


Installations**Side(A) Rear(B) Corner(C) Side(D) Rear(E) Corner(F)27-1/2"(699mm)

26"(660mm)

25-1/2"(648mm)

20-1/2"(521mm)

15"(381mm)

18-1/2"(470mm)

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A B C

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D E F

*Thisdistance,fromthecenterofthefluecollartothefrontedgeofthehearth,isthesameforallinstallationsonthispage:35”intheUnitedStatesand37”(940mm)inCanada.

Resolute Acclaim: WITH Stove and Chimney Connector Heat ShieldsUnprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces


Installations**Side(A) Rear(B) Corner(C) Side(D) Rear(E) Corner(F)27-1/2"(699mm)

17"(432mm)

25-1/2"(648mm)

20-1/2"(521mm)

11"(279mm)

18-1/2"(470mm)

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A B C D E F

**Tolocatecenteroffluecollarforcornerinstallation,add101⁄2"(270mm)totheclearancedistancefromstovecornertowall.Markofftheresultingdistancefromthecorneralongbothwalls.Next,measurethesamedistancefromthesetwopointsoutfromthewalls.Theselasttwomeasurementswillmeetatapointrepresentingthecenterofthefluecollar.Refertothediagramsabove.




Alcove InstallationsBecause of their restricted air flow and heat retentioncharacteristics, specific construction requirements andspecial clearances apply to installations into alcoves. No stove or chimney connector heat shields are used in alcove installations. Bottom heat shield requirements remain the same as for other installations.ALCOVE INSTALLATION OF THE RESOLUTE ACCLAIM IS NOT PERMITTED IN CANADA.Construction Requirements Showingnoncombustibleceilingframingandmaximumandminimum permitted dimensions.

St504Alcove cutaway11/00

Figure 22-Cutawayperspectiveofalcoveinstallation.

24"

14-1/4"

48" Min.

11"Min.

36" Max.

ST505Alcove Ceiling plan11/00

ExistingCombustibleFraming

Metal studs support7/16”

Durock©(orequivalent)

ceiling

Figure 23-Reflectedceilingplan.

36"(914mm)

Max.

48" (1219mm) Min.

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7/16”Durock© (orequivalent)spaced1”offwood studs on noncombustible spacers

Use recommended floorprotection

Figure 24-Floorplan.SheetrockonfrontfacebuttstoDurock© (orequivalent)alcovelining.

65"62" Min.to AlcoveCeiling

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Ceiling support packageextends2"belowDurock© (orequivalent)ceiling

1"airgap,top,bottom,onbothsides and back wall

NOTE:From62"to65"mustbecoveredbyanoncombustiblematerial.

Figure 26-Frontsection:65"minimumclearancetocombustibleson front face. Combustible facing may overlap metal studs by only1".Itshouldnotextendbelowtheheightofthenoncombustibleceiling.

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RESOLUTEAcclaim

JoistShield(suppliedby chimney manufacturer)

Metal Stud

Combustible facing may overlap metal studs byonly1”

7/16”Durock© (orequivalent)

1”airgaptopandbottom,onbothsides and back wall

Figure 25-Alcovesidesection.




Smoke and CO DetectorsThe use of smoke and carbonmonoxide (CO) detectorsthroughout the home is strongly advised, even if notrequired by building codes or insurance regulations. It is a good idea to install a smoke detector in the livingareasandeachbedroom.Follow the smoke/COdetectormanufacturer'splacementandinstallationinstructionsandmaintain regularly.You may not, however, wish to install a detector in theimmediate vicinity of the stove. Depending on the sensitivity oftheunit,thealarmcanbesetoffwhileyouaretendingthefireoremptyingtheashes.Ifyouinstalladetectorinthesameroom,locateitasfarawayfromthestoveaspossible.Safety TipsConvenientlylocatea"ClassA"fireextinguishertocontendwith small fires. Be sure the fire extinguisher works andis clearly visible. All occupants of the house should know whereitis,andhowitoperates.Haveheavystoveglovesavailable near the stove. Have special safety accessories (e.g.,ChildGuardScreen)availableforuseifsmallchildrenwill be in the home.Intheeventofastovepipeorchimneyfire….• Evacuate the house immediately• Notifythefiredepartment• If the fire isn't too threatening, closing down the stovetight,(damper,primaryair,alldoors)willhelptosmotherthefire.

• Inspect your stove, stove pipe and chimney for anydamage caused by the fire and correct any damagebefore using your stove again.

OperationYou will need the following tools to assemble the Acclaim:•9/16"openendwrench •safetyglasses&gloves•Flatheadscrewdriver •powerdrillw/1/8"(3mm)bit• Stub handle phillips screwdriverUnpack the Stove1. Remove the shipping straps and plastic wrap.2.Inspect thestoveandcontents forshippingdamageor

missing parts. Immediately notify your dealer of anydamage. Do not install this stove if any damage is evident or any parts are missing.

Hardware Bag contents:•StoveLegs,4•3/8-16x11⁄4"hexheadLegBoltswithwashers,4•Owner'sRegistrationCard•Touch-upPaint(Porcelainenamelstoves)

Install Stove LegsRemoveanddiscardthefour largeslot-headscrewsfromthestovebottom.Installthestovelegsusingthehexheadboltsfromthepartsbag.(Figure26a)Use3/8"washerswithallfourlegs.Tightentheboltsfirmly.

ST466SevilleAttach legs

Leg Bolt and WasherLeg Leveler

Figure 26a-Attachstovelegsandleglevelers.

CAUTION!Overtighteningcanstriptappedthreads.

WARNING!Thiswoodheaterhasamanufactured-setminimumlowburn rate thatmustnotbealtered. It isagainst federalregulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.




Stove Controls Two Controls Operate the Stove The primary air control lever,locatedbeneaththeashlip,regulates how much heat the stove produces by controlling theamountofairreceivedbythefire.Themoreairsupplied,thehotterthefire.(Figure27)Withatravelrangeofabout6"(159mm),theaircontrolisclosedwhentheleverisfullyleft.Maximumheatisproducedwhen the lever is fully right. Itmayalsobesetanywherebetweena“start-up”positionandthehighandlowextremesto achieve a desired heat output. A directional arrow cast intotheAcclaim'sashlipservesasareminderofthecorrect“open”and“closed”positions.The damper handle is located on the right side of the stove andcontrolsairflowwithinthestove.(Figure27)Thedamperisopenwhenthehandleistowardtherearofthestove,andthecombustiongasesexitdirectlyoutthefluecollar.Whenthehandleispulledforwardandlocked,thedamperisclosed,secondarycombustionoccurs,andthestoveoperatesmostefficiently.The damper must be fully open or fully closed. There are no intermediate positions for the damper handle.

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Flue Collar

TopLoadDoor/Griddle

Damper Handle(notshown)

Griddle Handle

GlassPanel

Front Door

PrimaryAirControl

Front Door Handle

Figure 27-TheResoluteAcclaimcontrolsareconvenientlylocatedand easy to use.

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FirebricksSecondary Air Ports

AshPan

Bottom Crates

Removable Andirons

Figure 28-AlookinsidethefireboxoftheResoluteAcclaim.

Two Rules For SuccessBurning wood is said to be more of an art than a science. You’lleasilymastertheartifyoustartbyusinggood,dryfuel,andunderstandhowthestove’sairsupplysystemoperates.Burn Only High-Quality FuelThis heater is designed to burn natural wood only; do not burn fuels other than those for which this heater was designed. Higher efficiencies and lower emissions generally resultwhenburningair-dried, seasonedwoodsascompared tosoftwoodsorfreshlycuthardwoods.Avoidburning“green”wood that has not beenproperly seasoned.Also, do notuseconstructionmaterialsortrashasfuel;thechemicals,coatings and hardware that may be present can cause damage to the refractory material.

Two Ways to Add Logs and a Choice of Fire ViewsConvenienttop-loadingofwoodthroughtheAcclaim’sstovetop griddle supplements traditional fireplace-style loadingthrough the front door. The griddle simply lifts to open.The front door employs a rotating cam and a door latch tab to secure it. The handle points down when the door is closed. Toopenthefrontdoor,pullonthehandletoreleasethecam.Tocloseit,pushthedooruntilthelatchengages.Double-check the latch by pushing lightly on the handle. When the latchisproperlysecured,thedoorwillremainclosed.

Forclearfireviewing,thefrontdoorfeaturesalarge,self-cleaningglasspanel.Thefrontdoormaybeopened(orevenremoved)andtheoptionalsparkscreenclippedinplaceforopen-fireviewingaswell.Removable Andirons For Greater Front-Loading ConvenienceThe andirons slip into pockets cast into the front of the bottom grate and can be removed when loading through the front door.(MostAcclaimowners,however,prefertheconvenienceof“smokeless”toploading.)IMPORTANT: The andirons must be in place during operation. (Figure28)Theynotonlyhelpkeeptheglass door panel clearforfireviewing,buttheyassureproperplacementofthefuelloadforefficientclean-burningoperation.




Thebesthardwoodfuels includeoak,maple,beech,ash,andhickorythathasbeensplit,stacked,andair-driedoutsideunder cover for at least one year. Avoid burning cordwood that is over 2 years old as such fuel can contribute to short burntimes,backpuffingandover-firing.Forareasthatdonothaveasupplyofhardwood,someofthebettersoftwoodsthatarecommonlyburnedincludetamarack,yellowpine,whitepine,Easternredcedar,fir,andredwood.They too should be properly dried. The length of the wood shouldbe16”(406mm).Useofwoodshorterthan16”mayresult in decreased burn times.Wood should be stored under cover to maintain dryness. Evenforshort-termstorage,keepwoodasafedistancefromthe heater and keep it out of the areas around the heater used for refueling and ash removal. Use the Air Control Settings That Work Best for YouNosinglecontrolsettingwillfiteverysituation.Eachoperationwilldifferdependingonthequalityofthefuel,theamountofheatdesired,andhowlongyouwishthefiretoburn.Controlsettingsalsodependonyourparticularinstallation’s“draft,”ortheforcethatmovesairthroughthestoveandupthrough the chimney. Draft is affected by such things as the length,type,andlocationofthechimney,localgeography,nearbyobstructions,andotherfactors.Toomuchdraftmaycauseexcessive temperatures in thestove.Ontheotherhand,toolittledraftcancausebackpuffingintotheroomand/orinsufficientheat.Howdoyouknowifyourdraft isexcessivelyhighorlow?Symptoms of too much draft include an uncontrollable burn or a part of the stove or chimney connector glowing red. Inadequatedraftisindicatedbysmokeleakingintotheroomthrough the stove or chimney connector joints.Insomenewerhomesthatarewell-insulatedandweather-tight,poordraftmayresultfrominsufficientairinthehouse.Insuchcasesitmaybenecessarytoductcombustionairto thestovedirectly fromoutside. In fact, in someareas,outside combustion air is required for stove installations in all new construction.Your Resolute Acclaim is designed to easily incorporate outsidecombustionairwithaVermontCastingsOutsideAirDuctAdapter#3255availablefromyourlocaldealer.When first using the stove, keep track of the air controlsettings.Youwillquicklyfindthataspecificsettingwillgiveyouafixedamountofheat. Itmaytakeaweekor twotodetermine the amount of heat and the length of burn you shouldexpectfromvarioussettings.Most installations do not require a large amount of combustion air,especiallyifadequatedraftisavailable.Donotforanyreasonattempttoincreasethefiringrateofyourheaterbyaltering the air control adjustment range outlined in these directions.

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Low High Start-up

Normal Operation

Move handle down and to therightforstart-upposition

Figure 29-Variablesettingsfortheprimaryaircontrolbetweentheopen and closed positions provide a range of heat output.

How to Build and Sustain a Wood FireYou can load wood into your Resolute Acclaim through eitherthetoporfrontloadingdoor.Front-loadingisusefulforkindlinganewfire,butwerecommendtoploadingasthemostconvenient way of regularly adding several logs at a time.Your Resolute Acclaim may be operated with the front door openforfireplace-styleviewingaswellasclosed.Alwaysbecertain the stove damper is open when the door is open and alwaysusetheoptionalfirescreenforfireviewing.Starting and Maintaining A Wood FireAnewstoveneedstobe“brokenin.”Sincecastironplatesexpandand contract in response to temperature change,let them adjust gradually to heating and cooling. To properly breakinyourstove,followSteps1-3belowonlyforyourfirstthreeorfourfires.Afterthat,youmaygoontoStep4andnormal operation of the stove.The stove paint and cement will emit a slight odor during the firstfewfires.Wesuggestthatyouprovideextraventilationnear the stove by partially opening a door or window when the odor is present.

WARNING!Operate only with doors fully open or doors fully closed. If doors are left partly open, gas and flame may be drawn out of the fireplace stove opening, creating risks of both fire and smoke.

Primary Air SettingsAir Setting AirControlPositionCLOSED Fully LeftLOW Approximately1"(25mm)

totherightofCLOSED.HIGH Approximately3"(80mm)

totherightofCLOSED,where the lever hits the stop

START-UP Fully Right

Use the following air control settings as a starting point to determine the best settings for your needs.




ST614Resolute AcclaimDamper control1/26/01 djt

Damper Control

Closed Open

Figure 30-Withthedamperclosed,secondarycombustiontakesplaceandtheAcclaimoperatesmostefficiently.

NOTE: Effectivenessofa“top-down”methodtostartafire.Smoke emissions when starting a fire can be difficult tocontrol because the stove is not yet heated to its optimum temperature.Onemethodof reducingemissionsduringacoldstart-upistheuseofa“top-down”kindlingprocedure.Inthis,placelargerpiecesofkindlingonthebottomofthekindling pile followed by smaller and smaller pieces as the pileisaddedto.Veryfinelysplitpiecesshouldbeonthetop.Light the kindling pile with a match at the top and allow the kindling to burn downward into the larger pieces. This reduces smokebyslowlyincreasingthefiresizewithoutcreatinganair-starvedcondition.You’llsoonfindthisstoveis HOT WHILE IN OPERATION! KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING, AND FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS.DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS HEATER.Overfiringcanresultinpermanentdamagetothestove.Ifanexteriorpartofthestoveorthechimneyconnectorglows,youareoverfiring.Reloading and Reviving a Wood FireReload your stove while it is still hot and there are plenty of embers to re-kindle thefirequickly. Includesomesmallerpieces of wood in the new load of fuel to help the stove regain high temperatures quickly.Follow this procedure when you reload your stove:• Openthedamperandmovetheprimaryairlevertothe

“HIGH”position.• Openthefrontdoorandchecktheashlevelonthegrates

and in theashpan.Clearexcessash fromthegrates,particularly at the rear area. Level the ember bed. Empty the ash pan if necessary.

• Replace the ash pan and close the front door.• Loadwood,smallerpiecesfirst,andclose the loading

door.

1. Openthestovedamper,andopentheprimaryaircontrolfullytotheStart-upposition.

2. Laysomecrumplednewspapersinthestove.Placesixoreightpiecesofdrykindlingsplittoafinger-widthsizeonthepaper,andonthekindlinglaytwoorthreelargersticksofsplitdrywoodapproximately1-2”(25-50mm).

Do not use chemicals or fluids to start the fire. Do not burn garbage or flammable fluids such as gasoline, naptha or engine oil. Also,neverusegasoline-typelanternfuel,kerosene,charcoallighterfluid,orsimilarliquidstostartor“freshenup”afireinthisheater.Keepallsuchliquids well away from the heater while it is in use.

3. Light thenewspaperandclose thedoor.Thefiresoonwillbewell-establishedandyoumaygraduallybuilditupby adding a few sticks at a time of a progressively larger size.

Foryourinitialthreeorfourbreak-infires,letthefireburnbrightlyforashorttime,thenletitdieout.

NOTE:Somechimneysneedtobe“primed,”orwarmedup,beforetheywilldrawsufficientlytostartafire.Tocorrectthissituation,rollacoupleofpiecesofnewspaper,placethem on top of the kindling and toward the back of the stove,lightthem,andclosethedoors.Thisshouldgetthesmoke moving in the right direction.

Oncethedraftisestablished,openthefrontdoorandlightthe rest of the fuel from the bottom. Do not light the main bedoffueluntilthechimneybeginsdrawing,andrepeatthe procedure as often as necessary if the initial attempt is unsuccessful.

NOTE: Continuous operation with the air control in the start-up(fullyopen)positionmayshortenthelifeoftheinternal castings.

4. Oncethefireisburningsteadily,continueaddingfueluntila thick ember bed has been established on the grate. The bedmustbeabout4”(102mm)deepatthebackofthegrateandabout1”(25mm)deepatthefront,andshouldcover the throat opening into the secondary combustion chamberthatislocatedinthecenterofthelowerfireback.

Ifyourwoodiswell-seasoned,thedampermaybeclosedwhenthegriddletemperaturereaches500°F (260°C).Depending on the type of wood being burned and its moisturecontent,itmaytakeseveralhourstoestablishand then maintain the ember base that is required for high-efficiencyoperation.

5. Oncetheemberbedisformed,preparethestoveforhigh-efficiencyoperation.Load itwith fuel,firstwithsmallersplits of wood and then larger ones.

Close the damper and set the primary air control lever to the“HIGH”position.Operatethestovefor15-20minutesatthismaximumairsettingtoguaranteethenewloadoffuelhasfullyignited.Oncethefuelisburningsteadily,youmay adjust the primary air supply to provide the desired heat output.




ST615Thermostaton griddle

Stove top Thermometer

Figure 31-Athermometergivestemperaturereadingsthathelpyou to operate your stove safely and effectively.

ST616Screen10/1/02 djt

Top Bail

Side Clip

Figure 32-Anglethescreentoseatthetopfirst,thenpushthebottom straight in until the clips snap into place.

The damper must be open as well whenever you operate theResoluteAcclaimintheopen-firemode.Thiswillpreventsmoke and combustion gases from entering the room.Thesparkscreenfitsinsidethearchoftheinnerstovefrontandisheldinplacebyatopbailandtwosideclips.(Figure32)Toinsertthescreen,placethetopbailbetweentheinnerfrontandtheairmanifold.Pushwithanevenpressureonthe sides until the clips snap into place.Thefrontdoormaybeleftonortakenoff.Toremoveit,openitandretractthespring-loadedupperhingepin.Tiltthedoorslightly and lift it off the lower hinge pin.

WARNING!FOR SAFETY AND GREATEST EFFICIENCY, OPERATE YOUR STOVE ONLY WITH ALL DOORS/GRIDDLES FULLY CLOSED. THE TEST STANDARD FOR YOUR STOVE WHEN IT IS OPERATED IN THIS MODE IS UL 1482.YOUR STOVE MAY BE USED AS A FIREPLACE WITH THE FRONT DOOR OPEN OR REMOVED ONLY WHEN THE SPARK SCREEN IS PLACED CORRECTLY IN THE OPENING TO PROTECT AGAINST THE POSSIBILITY OF SPARKS AND EMBERS LEAVING YOUR STOVE. THE TEST STANDARD FOR YOUR STOVE WHEN IT IS OPERATED IN THIS MODE IS UL 737.USE ONLY THE RESOLUTE ACCLAIM SPARK SCREEN, PART #0133, WITH YOUR ACCLAIM . RESOLUTE ACCLAIM SPARK SCREENS ARE AVAILABLE FROM YOUR VERMONT CASTINGS’ AUTHORIZED DEALER.

Rules for Open Fire Viewing

Continuous operation at griddle temperatures higher than 650°F (340°C)may damage the cast iron parts or theporcelainenamelfinishofyourResoluteAcclaim.A surface thermometer can also tell you when to adjust the controlsandwhentorefuelthestove.(Figure31)During start-up and after re-loading, for example, athermometerreadingofatleast500°F(260°C)signalsthestove is hot enough to close the damper and shift into the high-efficiencymode.Readings lower than 350°F (177°C) announce the stoveneeds loading or it is time to increase the air supply for a higher burn rate. Attheotherextreme,atemperatureover650°F(340°C)isa warning to slow the burn rate.

NOTE:Iftheemberbedhasburneddowntotheextentthefirecannotberevivedeasily,itmaybenecessarytosettheaircontroltothe“Start-up”positionuntil thefirehasbeenre-established.• Allowthestovetoregainits“thermalmomentum”before

closingthedamper.Thismaytake15-20minutes,andwillbeconfirmedbyatemperatureonthegriddleofatleast500°F(260°C).

• Closethedamper,andsettheprimaryair leverforthedesired heat output.

NOTE:Iftheremainingcharcoalbedisrelativelythickandifyourfueliswellseasoned,itispossibletoaddfreshfuel(smallerpiecesfirst),closethedooranddamper,andresettheprimaryairwithin5minutes.A Surface Thermometer is a Guide to PerformanceUntilyouarefamiliarwithhowyourstoveworks,monitorthegriddle surface temperature frequently. Use these temperature ranges as general indicators of heat output: Lowtomedium 350-500°F(177-260°C) Medium 500-600°F(260-318°C) High 600-650°F(318-340°C)




Clear the Ash FrequentlyThe slanted grate is designed to shape the charcoal bed to promote high temperatures near the entrance to the secondary combustion chamber. The grates must be kept free of heavy ashaccumulation.Clearashmanuallyeverysixtoeighthoursof operation or before you reload. Tocleartheash,“hoe”theashandcharcoalforwardwithastoveshovelorsimilarfireplacetoolsotheydropthroughthe grate.

CAUTION!NEVER USE A VACUUM CLEANER TO REMOVE ASH FROM THE STOVE; ALWAYS REMOVE AND DISPOSE OF THE ASHES PROPERLY.

ST438ash pail7/6/00 djt

Remove and Store Ash SafelyChecktheashpanbeforereloadingthestove.Iftheashisclose to the top,empty thepan.Beforereplacing theashpan,clearawayanyashthathasspilledoverthesidesandback of the pan.Whenburningwood,emptytheashdrawerregularly,typicallyevery one to three days. The frequency will vary depending onhowhotyourunyourstove:thehotterthefire,themorewoodyouburn,andthefasterashwillaccumulate.The ash pan is located in the ash drop chamber with a handle attached to the front and one to the rear. Always use stove gloveswhenhandlingtheashpan.Keepitlevel,andcarryit outside for disposal. Empty the ash into your ash disposal container.Whenyouarefinished,slide thepanback intothe stove. Ash may contain hot coals and must be treated with extreme care. It shouldbe removed frequently and placed outdoors in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. Theclosed container of ash should be placed on a noncombustible floor oron theground,well away fromall combustiblematerials,pendingfinaldisposal.Iftheashisdisposedofbyburialinsoilorotherwiselocallydispersed,itshouldberetainedinthe closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled. Wood ash may be used as a garden fertilizer.

CAUTION!Do not put any tool up into the secondary combustion chamber or you will risk damaging the refractory package.




Draft ManagementA stove is part of a system,which includes the chimney,theoperator,thefuel,andthehome.Theotherpartsofthesystem will affect how well the stove works. When there is agoodmatchbetweenalltheparts,thesystemworkswell.Woodstoveoperationdependsonnatural(unforced)draft.Naturaldraftoccurswhenthesmokeishotter(andthereforelighter)thantheoutdoorairatthetopofthechimney.Thebiggerthetemperaturedifference,thestrongerthedraft.Asthesmokerisesfromthechimneyitprovidessuctionor‘draw’thatpullsairintothestoveforcombustion.Aslow,lazyfirewiththestove’sairinletfullyopenindicatesaweakdraft.Abriskfire,supportedonlybyairenteringthestovethroughthenormalinlet,indicatesagooddraft.Thestove’sairinletispassive;itregulateshowmuchaircanenterthestove,butitdoesn’tmoveairintoit.Depending on the features of your installation - steel ormasonrychimney,insideoroutsidethehouse,matchedtothestove’soutletoroversized-yoursystemmaywarmupquickly,oritmaytakeawhiletowarmupandoperatewell.Withan‘airtight’stove,onewhichrestrictstheamountofairgettingintothefirebox,thechimneymustkeepthesmokewarm all the way to the outdoors. Some chimneys do this betterthanothers.Here’salistoffeaturesandtheireffects.Masonry ChimneyMasonry is a traditionalmaterial for chimneys, but it canperformpoorlywhenitservesan‘airtight’stove.Masonryisaveryeffective‘heatsink’-itabsorbsalotofheat.Itcancoolthesmokeenoughtodiminishdraft.Thebiggerthechimney,thelongerittakestowarmup.It’softenverydifficulttowarmupanoutdoormasonry chimney, especially an oversizedone,andkeepitwarmenoughtomaintainadequatedraft.Steel ChimneyMostfactory-madesteelchimneyshavealayerofinsulationaroundtheinnerflue.Thisinsulationkeepsthesmokewarm.Theinsulationislessdensethanmasonry,sotheinnersteelliner warms up more quickly than a masonry chimney. Steel doesn’t have the good looks ofmasonry, but it performsmuch better. Indoor/Outdoor LocationBecausethechimneymustkeepthesmokewarm,it’sbesttolocate it inside the house. This uses the house as insulation fortheflueandallowsalittleheatreleaseintothehome.Anindoorchimneywon’tloseitsheattotheoutdoors,soittakesless heat from the stove to get it warm and keep it warm.

Flue sizing The insidesizeofachimney foran ‘airtight’stoveshouldmatchthesizeofthestove’sflueoutlet.Whenachimneyserves an airtight,more is not better; in fact, it can be adisadvantage.Hotgasescooloffthroughexpansion;ifweventastovewithasix-inchfluecollar(28squareincharea)intoa10x10”flue,thegasesexpandtooverthreetimestheiroriginalsize.Thiscoolsthegases,whichweakensdraftstrength.Ifanoversizedflueisalsooutsidethehouse,theheat it absorbs gets transferred to the outdoor air and the flueusuallystayscool.It’scommon foramasonryflue,especiallyonebuilt forafireplace, tobeoversized foranairtightstove. Itcan takequiteawhiletowarmupsuchaflue,andtheresultscanbedisappointing.Thebestsolutiontoanoversizedflueisaninsulatedsteelchimneyliner,thesamediameterasthestoveorinsert’sflueoutlet;thelinerkeepsthesmokeatitsoriginalvolume,andtheresultisastrongerdraft.Anuninsulatedlinerisasecondchoice-thelinerkeepsthesmokerestrictedtoitsoriginalsize,butthesmokestillmustwarmuptheairaroundtheliner.Thismakesthewarm-upprocesstakelonger.Pipe & Chimney LayoutEvery turn the smoke must take in its travel from the stove to the chimney top will slow it down. The ideal pipe and chimney layoutisstraightupfromthestove,toacompletelystraightchimney. If you’re starting fromscratch, use this layout ifpossible. If thestovepipemustelbow toenterachimney,locate the thimble about midway between the stove top and the ceiling. This achieves several goals: it lets the smoke speed upbeforeitmustturn,itleavessomepipeintheroomforheattransfer,anditgivesyoulong-termflexibilityforinstallinga taller stove without relocating the thimble. Thereshouldbenomorethaneightfeetofsingle-wallstovepipe between the stove and a chimney; longer runs can cool the smoke enough to cause draft and creosote problems. Usedouble-wallstovepipeforlongruns.Single VentingEach‘airtight’stoverequiresitsownflue.Ifanairtightstoveisventedtoafluethatalsoservesanopenfireplace,oraleakierstove, it’seasierforthechimneydrafttopullair inthroughthosechannelsthanitistopullairthroughtheairtight,andperformancesuffers.Imagineavacuumcleanerwithaholeinthehosetoseetheeffecthere.Insomecasestheother appliance can even cause a negative draft through the airtight,andresultinadangerousdraftreversal.




Back-puffingBack-puffingresultswhenthefireproducesvolatilegasesfasterthanthechimneydraftpullsthemoutofthefirebox.Thegasesbackupinthefireboxtillthey’redenseenoughandhotenoughtoignite.Ifyourstoveback-puffs,youshouldopenupthedampertoletthesmokerisetothefluemorequickly,letmoreairintothefirebox,andavoidbigloadsoffirewood.Runyourstovewithenoughprimaryairso thatyoualwaysseelively,dancingflamesinthefirebox;alazy,smokyfireisinefficientandcancontributetocreosotebuildupin the chimney. Draft TestingAneasywaytotestyourchimneydraftistoclosethestove’sdamper,waitafewminutestolettheairflowstabilize,thenseewhetheryoucanvarythestrengthofthefirebyswingingtheair control open and closed. Results are not always instant; you may need to wait a few minutes for a change in the aircontrolsettingtohaveaneffectonthefire.Ifthere’snochange,thenthedraftisn’tstrongenoughyettoletyouclosethedamper,andyou’llneedtoopenitforawhilelongerandmanagethefirewiththeairinletuntilthedraftstrengthens.Ifyoukeeptrackofyourburninghabitsandrelatethemtotheireffectsonthestove’soperation,you’llberewardedwithgood performance and a safe system. Negative PressureGood draft also depends on a supply of air to the stove; a chimneycan’tpullinmoreairthanisavailabletoit.Sluggishdraft results when a house is tight enough to prevent the readyflowofairtothestove,orbycompetitionbetweenthestoveandotherequipmentthatsendsindoorairoutside-especiallypower-drivenequipmentlikerangehoods,clothesdryers,etc.Ifthechimneydrawswellwithallotherequipmentturnedoff(orsealed,inthecaseoffireplacesand/orotherstoves),thenyousimplyneedtobecarefulwithtimingtheuseoftheotherequipment.Ifyouneedtocrackanearbywindowordoortoenablethechimneytodrawwell,that’sasignthatyoushouldinstallanoutside-airintaketobringcombustion air directly to the stove. Vermont Castings Group dealers carry adapters to attach to the stove to connect an air duct for outdoor combustion air.ConclusionWood-burningisanartratherthanascience.Oncethestoveandchimneysystemareinplace,thestoveusercanonlyvarytechnique,mostlyyourtiming,toachievegoodresults.Ifyoukeeptrackofyourburninghabitsandrelatethemtotheireffectsonthestove’soperation,you’llberewardedwithgood performance and a safe system.

CreosoteCreosoteisaby-productofslowwood-burning.It’sanorganictarthatcancondenseintheflueifit’sdenseinthesmoke,andslow-moving,andcoolsofftolessthan290°F.Condensedcreosoteisvolatile,andcangeneratechimneyfiresifitgetshot enough. All the features that affect chimney draft also affectcreosotecondensation-sousewhatevercombinationof installation features and operational steps will encourage good draft and minimize creosote production.Because letting the smoke cool off and slow down is one ofthekeystocreosoteproduction,itmakessensetolineachimneytomatchthestove’soutletsize,forsafetyreasonsas well as performance. Canadian law requires a matching linertoserveanystoveorinsertventedthroughafireplacechimney;intheUS,theNationalFireProtectionAssociationrecommendsoneiftheflueismorethanthreetimesbigger(insquarearea)thantheoutletonthestoveorinsert.SomelocalitiesenforcetheNFPAguidelinesaspartoftheirbuildingcodes.FuelEven the best stove installation will not perform well with poorfuel.Thebestfuelishardwoodthathasair-dried12-18months.Softwoodburns,butnotaslongashardwood.Fairly‘green’woodhasagoodamountofmoistureinit;itwillburn,butsomeoftheheatpotentialisusedtodrivetheremaining moisture off the wood. This reduces the amount that reaches your home and can contribute to a creosote problem.Therearemoisturemetersavailableforfirewood;you can also judge your wood by its appearance and weight. Ifyougetitgreen,liftapieceandgetasenseofitsweight;it can lose a third or more of its weight as it dries. Also look at the ends of a log; as it dries it shrinks and often cracks. Themoreweatheredandcrackedapieceis,thedrieritis.Dry wood burns readily with a good chimney draft. But with modernstoves,especiallycatalyticones,thewoodcanbetoodry.Whileextra-drywoodhas little creosote in it, theremaindercan‘gasout’fromthewoodquicklyanddenselyenoughtooverloadthecatalyticburner.Ifyouheararumblingorroaringnoise,likeapropanetorch,fromthestove,thatisasignthatthecatalystisseriouslyoverfiring.Thecatalystisaplatinumfilmonaceramicbase;themetalcangettohighertemperaturesthantheceramiccantake,andoverfiringthecatalyst can break it. Dry wood can also burn out faster than youwant.Ifyourdrywoodburnsouttooquicklyoroverloadsthecatalystyoucanmixingreenerwoodtoslowthefiredown.




MaintenanceKeep Your Stove Looking New and Working Its BestCare of the Cast Iron Surface:An occasional dusting with a dry rag will keep the painted cast iron of your Resolute Acclaim looking new. A damp cloth maybeusedaswell,butonlywhenthestoveiscool.Makesure no water remains on the stove surface. Ifthepaintneedsretouching,allowthestovetocoolcompletely.Wire-brushareasneedingtobepainted.Removenon-paintedcomponents such as air controls or cover them with masking tape. Touch up the stove with high temperature stove paint available from your local dealer. Apply the paint sparingly. Two light coats are better than one heavy one.Care of the Porcelain Enamel Surface:Use a dry rag or a soft brush. Do not use water or other liquids. Fingerprintsusuallycanbebuffedoffwithadry,softrag.Ifmarksremain,allowthestovetocoolcompletely,thenbuffwithadamp,softrag.Drycompletelybeforestartingafiresothat water drops or wet streaks will not leave marks. Never use abrasives or harsh chemical cleaners on the porcelain enamelfinish.Toremovestainsorspillsfromporcelainenamel,firstmakesure that the stove is completely cool. Use only a kitchen appliance cleaner or polish recommended for enamel surfaces. Apply sparingly with a soft rag and buff away all traces of the cleaner.Cleaning the Glass:Most of the carbon deposits on the glass will burn off regularly duringhotfires.Ifyouwishtocleantheglassmorethoroughly,follow this procedure:• Let the stove and glass cool completely. • Washtheglasswithwarmwater,andasoftpapertowel

or rag. • Rinse and dry thoroughly.• Neveruseabrasives,ashes,orharshchemicalstoclean

your Resolute Acclaim glass.Forstubborndeposits,useaceramicglasscleaneravailablefromyourVermontCastings’AuthorizedDealer.Donotallowthecleanertotouchbrassornamentsorporcelainfinish.

ST617Resolute Acclaimclean stove1/01

Left Sealing Plate

Rear Firebricks Retainer ClipRight Firebrick

Figure 33-Removeleftandrightsealingplates.

• Removethetworearfirebricksbyleaningthemforward,removing the retainer clip and lifting them out through the griddle opening.

• Remove both grate sections.

• Remove the sealingplates by removing the7/16” hexhead bolts and pulling the plate forward.

• Vacuumdebrisfrombothsidesoftheexposedrefractorycombustionpackage,beingcarefulnottoimpactthefragilerefractory material.

• Check the gasket which the sealing plates seal against. Replace if necessary following the directions for gasket replacement that follow.

• Replace the grate sections.

• Replacethesealingplates,rearfirebricks,retainerclipandthesidefirebricksinthatorder.

WARNING!Handle firebrick with care. Protruding steel reinforcement wires could cause injury. Rough handling could break firebricks.

Clean the Exhaust Channels:Thefirebricksandsealingplatesshouldberemovedandtheexhaustareaoneithersideof thesecondarycombustionpackageshouldbevacuumedcarefullyatleastonceayear,orafter every 60 days of sustained burning. Follow these steps:• Removetheashpan,thegriddleandtheandirons.• Remove the left and right side firebrickby lifting them

approximately1/2”andswingingthefrontedgeintowardthe firebox center. Inserting a flat screwdriver bladeunderneath the brick and lifting will make the removal easier.




Repair Air Leaks to Prevent Overheating and Excessive Fuel ConsumptionAdjust the Door Latch :The door gasket will compress after use. To restore a tight seal,adjustthetensiononthelatch:• Remove the Allen head button screw that attaches the

doorlatchtabtothestovefront.(Figure34)• Remove one of the washers that separates the tab from

thefront(saveitforfutureuse.)• Replace the remaining washers and the door latch tab.• Remove another washer if necessary.• Test the seal by closing the door on a slip of paper and

attempting to pull the paper free. If the paper is freedwithouttearing,thegasketisn’tsnugenoughatthatspot.

ST618Adjust door latch1/01

Door Latch Tab

Rotating Cam

Washers

Allen Head Button Screw

Figure 34 - The front door seal can be adjusted simply by adding or removing washers.

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DamperLock Nut

Set Screw

Figure 35-Whenthedamper’sgasketbecomescompressedafterprolongeduse,thedampershouldbeadjustedtoregainatightseal.

Adjust the Door:Althoughitisunlikelythatadjustingitwillbenecessary,theheightoftheResoluteAcclaim’sfrontloaddoorisadjustable.The lower door hinge pin has a shoulder that lifts or lowers the door as you screw the pin up or down.Repair Missing Cement in Seams:The cement in the stove seams may deteriorate over time and falloutinplaces.Justaswiththestovedoors,itisnecessarytokeeptheseamsealsingoodcondition.Spot-fixwithfurnacecement(availablefromyourlocaldealer)anyareaswherethe cement seal is visibly deteriorated. Allow 24 hours for the new cement to dry.Adjust the Damper as Needed:ThetensionoftheResoluteAcclaim’storsionbarisadjustableto compensate for compression of the gasket that seals the damper to the damper frame. To adjust the damper:• Loosen the lock nut on the set screw in the center of the

damper.(Figure35)• Turnthesetscrewapproximatelyonehalf-turnclockwise.• Re-tightenthelocknutandtestthedampermechanism.

If the paper indicates a low spot in a specific area, try“adjusting”thegasketinthatarea.Packmorecementorasmaller diameter gasket into the channel beneath the gasket so that the main gasket is raised and makes contact with the doorframe.Thisprocedureshouldsolvetheproblem.If itdoesn’t,replacethegasketfollowingthesesteps:

• Wearing safety goggles anda dustmask, remove theoriginalgasketbygraspinganendandpullingfirmly.

• Use a wire brush or the tip of a screwdriver to clean the channel of any remaining cement or bits of gasket.

• Applyathinbeadofstovecementinthenewly-cleanedgroove.

• Packthegasketintothegroove.Waituntilyouareacoupleinches from the end before you cut it.

• Test the gasket by closing the door on a slip of paper such as described above. Adjust the gasket in any areas where an inadequate seal is evident.




ST559Removegasket11/30/00 djt

Figure 37-Removegasket,thencleanchannelwithwirebrush.

ST559Removegasket11/30/00 djt

CementStove Gasket

Figure 38-Layabeadofgasketcementthenpressgasketinplace.

ST625Res AcclaimGlass replace10/1/02 djt

Glass Panel

Retainer Clip

3/16”Gasket

Figure 36-Glassreplacement.

3. Applyathin(1/8”)unbrokenbeadofstovecementtothenewly-cleanedgroove.

4. Startingatoneend,packanewgasketintothegroove.Wherethetwoendsofthegasketmeet,ensureagoodjointbeforetrimminganyexcess.Donotoverlaporleaveraggededges.(Figure38)

Other gaskets formseals betweennon-movingparts, butthese are not subject to the same wear and deterioration asgasketsonmovingparts.Itisunlikelythatyouwilleverneed to replace these gaskets unless the involved parts are disassembledandthenputbacktogether.Inanyevent,thisisajobthatshouldbedoneonlybyqualifiedservicepersonnel.

Resolute Acclaim Gaskets on Moving PartsGasket Size The Part(s) it Seals

3/16" The glass to the load door frame.5/16"WireMesh The griddle to the stove top.

1/2"The arch and bottom edge of the innner front stove panel to the front load door.

1/2" The front of the grate to the front load door.

Shouldyouneedtochangeareplaceablegasket,waituntilthefireisoutandthestovehascooled.Besuretofollowthestandard safety procedure for working with dusty materials: wear safety goggles and a dust mask. The procedure for replacing gaskets is the same, regardless of the gasketlocation. Four easy steps are involved:1. Removetheexistinggasketbygraspinganendandpulling

firmly.(Figure37)2. Use a wire brush or the tip of a screwdriver to clean the

channel of any remaining cement or bits of gasket. Use a cold chisel for stubborn deposits.

• Openthedoorandcarefullyremovetheglassbyremovingthetwo(2)clips(oneperside)thatholdtheglasspanelagainst the gasket in the arched door opening. Each clip isheldinplacewithtwo(2)Phillipstruss-headmachinescrews.(Figure36)

• Examinethegasketthatsealstheglasstothedoorframe.Replace if necessary with gasket obtained from your local VermontCastings’AuthorizedDealer.

• The glass used in your Resolute Acclaim is specially coated ononesidewithaheatreflectingmaterial.Examinethereplacementglasspanel,andnoticethemarkingsalongthe edge.

• Center the replacement glass panel in the arched door opening,withthemarkedsideoftheglasspanelfacingthegasket.Thereshouldbeagaptoallowforexpansionand contraction between the edge of the glass panel and the cast iron.

• Replace the two retainer clips and fasten with the previously removed screws. Tighten the screws slowly and evenly; do not overtighten.

How to Replace Gaskets TheResoluteAcclaimusesrope-typefiberglassgasketstomakeatightsealbetweensomeparts.Withuse,particularlyonthosepartsthatmove,gasketscanbecomebrittleandcompressed and can begin to lose their effectiveness. These will need periodic replacement.Allof thegasketsusedaremadeoffiberglass.The threesizesofreplaceablegasketarelistedbelow,alongwiththeirapplication.

Avoid Damaging the GlassDo not abuse the glass in the front door by slamming the doorshutorbystrikingtheglasswithapieceofwood,andnever operate your stove if it has damaged or broken glass. Ifyouneedtoreplacetheglass,useonlyglassprovidedbyVermont Castings Group.Replace Broken Glass ImmediatelyDo not operate the Resolute Acclaim if the glass is damaged. Use the following procedure for glass replacement. NOTE: Replace glass with Vermont Castings Group replacement glassonly,availablefromyourlocaldealer.




Gaskets on Resolute Acclaim Stationary Parts5/16”-Betweenthefluecollarandfluecollarextensionandthestove’stopandback.5/16”-Thesealbetweentheupperfirebackcornersandthelowerfireback.5/16”-Thesealbetweentheundersideofthetopplateandtheupperedgeoftheupperfireback.5/16”-Thedamperplatetothereversesideofupperfireback.5/16”-Thesealbetweenthesealingplatesandtheverticalribs of the stove back.NOTE: When replacing this last gasket after removing the upper fireback, place two (2) cap screws into the upperfirebackmountingholesbefore you cement the channels and replace the gasket. The new gasket will run inside the cap screws. Remove the screws after the gasket cement dries.Replacing the Door Gaskets• Lift off the door as described previously. Lay it face down

on a padded surface.• Follow steps 1-4 on gasket replacement as described

previously.Replacing the Griddle Gasket• Toreplaceeitherthedamperorthegriddlegasket,follow

Steps1-4onreplacinggasketsdescribedpreviously.

Replace Broken FirebricksIf a firebrick breaks, replace only with Vermont Castings’customfirebricks,availablefromyourlocaldealer.Vermont Castings Group custom firebricks contain metalreinforcementsthatmaintainthebrick’sintegrityifitcracks.A brick that is cracked but still intact does not need to be replaced.A Clean Chimney System is Safer and Works Better - Learn to Recognize Creosote and Soot Whenyoufirstbeginusingthestove,checkdailyforcreosote—asubstancethatcan look likeeither thick tarorblack,crispflakes.Experiencewill showhowoftenyouneed toclean to be safe. The frequency may even vary during the year.Inthecoldermonthswhenthehottestfiresproducingtheleastcreosoteareburned,youmayneedtocleanlessfrequently. During the warmer months when creosote is more likely to result fromcooler-burningfiresandweakerdraft,more frequent cleaning may be necessary.Attheveryleast,inspectthechimneyandchimneyconnectortwice monthly. Clean if necessary. Let the stove cool to check ifabuildupofcreosoteorsoothasoccurred.Ifasignificantlayerofcreosotehasaccumulated—1/8”(3mm)ormore—itshouldberemovedtoreducetheriskofachimneyfire.Failureto keep the chimney and connector system clean can result inaseriouschimneyfire.Theconditionsforachimneyfiredeveloplikethis:Whenwoodisburnedslowly,itproducestarandotherorganicvapors,whichcombinewithexpelledmoisturetoformcreosote.Thecreosotevaporscondenseintherelativelycoolchimneyflueofaslow-burningfire.Asaresult,creosoteresidueaccumulateson the flue lining.When ignited, this creosotemakes anextremelyhotfirewithinthefluesystemwhichcandamagethe chimney and overheat adjacent combustible material.

ST626Res Acclaimdoor gasket10/1/02 djt

Stove front to door: 1/2”gasket

Grate to stove front:1/2”gasket

Glass to door frame:3/16”gasket

Figure 39-Twodifferentgasketsizesareusedtosealthefrontdoor.

ST627griddle gasket2/6/01

5/16”WireMeshGasket

5/16”FiberglassGasket

Figure 40 -A5/16”wiremeshgasketseals thegriddle to thestovetop.Thefluecollarissealedwitha5/16”fiberglassgasket.




Yearly Spring Cleaning:• Checkgasketingforwear,andreplaceifnecessary.

• Vacuum exhaust area on either side of secondarycombustion package.

• Remove ashes from the ash pan and replace with a moistureabsorbingmaterial(suchaskittylitter)tokeepthe interior of the stove dry.

• Cleanthedustfromtheinnersidesofbottom,rearorpipeheat shields if your stove is equipped with them. Clean surfacesarebetterheatreflectorsthandirtysurfaces.

• Touch up the black paint.

Chimney Connector:Two Weeks:• Inspect the chimney connector and chimney. Clean if

necessary.

Two Months:• Inspectthechimneyandchimneyconnector.Payparticular

attentiontothehorizontalrunsofchimneyconnector,andthe elbows. Clean the system if necessary.

Yearly Spring Cleaning:• Disassemble the chimney connector and take it outdoors

for inspection and cleaning. Replace weak sections of connector.

• Inspectthechimneyforsignsofdeterioration.Repairstoa masonry chimney should be made by a professional mason. Replace damaged sections of prefabricated chimney. Your local dealer or a chimney sweep can help determine when replacement is necessary.

• Thoroughly clean the chimney.

Toreducetheamountofcreosotethatmayform,remembertoprovideadequateairforcombustionandtostriveforsmall,intensefiresratherthanlarge,smolderingones.Youcanneverbetoosafe.Contactyourlocalfireauthorityforinformationonwhattodointheeventofachimneyfire,and have a clearly understood plan on how to handle one. Inspect the Chimney Connector and Chimney Twice Monthly and Clean as RequiredLet the stove cool completely before you inspect the chimney. Then,useastronglight,andsightupthroughthefluecollarintothechimneyflue.Ifitisnotpossibletoinspectthefluesystemthisway,thestovemustbedisconnectedtoprovideadequate viewing. Clean the chimney using a specially designed chimney cleaningbrush,thesamesizeandshapeastheflueliner,attachedtoflexiblefiberglassrodsdesignedforthispurpose.Run the brush up and down the liner so that any deposits fall to the bottom of the chimney where they can be removed throughtheclean-outdoor.Thechimneyconnectorshouldbecleanedbydisconnectingthesections,takingthemoutside,and removing any deposits with a stiff wire brush. Reinstall theconnectorsectionsaftercleaning,beingsuretosecuretheindividual sections with three sheet metal screws per section.Ifyouareunabletoinspectand/orcleanthechimneysystemyourself,contactyourlocaldealerorhireaqualifiedchimneysweep in your area to do the job.Resolute Acclaim Maintenance Schedule

Stove:Daily:• Ashes should be removed before they reach the top of

the ash pan. Check at least once a day.• Keeptheareaaroundthestoveclearofanycombustible

material.Two Months:• Check door handle to be sure it is working properly.

Gasketing becomes compressed after a period of time. • Check leg bolts and heat shield screws; tighten if necessary.• Vacuum exhaust area on either side of secondary

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Resolute Acclaim Woodburning Stove - Model 2490Item Description Part Number

1 Flue Collar SeeChartPage302 Back 13018603 Damper Rod 16008534 Spacer 12017805 Washer-3/8" 12024886 Damper Ramp 13018117 Damper Tab 16014888 Damper 13018299 Upper Firebrick 1301805

10 Flue Cover SeeChartPage30

Item Description Part Number11 LeftGriddleQuad(Pre-2010) SeeChartPage30

11a LeftGriddleQuad 3000511812 Griddle 130635613 RightGriddleQuad(Pre-2010) 1301832

13a RightGriddleQuad 3000511914 Griddle Handle Stub 160088115 GriddleKnob 160066116 Bushing 120190017 Griddle Handle Screw 120130818 Top SeeChartPage30




Resolute Acclaim Woodburning Stove - Model 2490 (continued)

Item Description Part Number19 CombustionPackage 160249720 SealingPlates(2) 130185921 Arch Brick Retainer 3000659022 Left Arch Brick* 3000658823 Right Arch Brick* 3000658924 Rear Grate 130185125 Front Grate 130185226 PitPlate 130180427 Andiron(2) 130180628 TieRod(4) 160164029 Left End SeeChartPage3030 AshPan 500577531 LeftInnerSide 1301855

32a Left Side Firebrick 160015332b Right Side Firebrick 3000468933 LeftShoulderPlate 130186334 Leg(4) SeeChartPage3035 PackageSupportPlate 130180936 Bottom 130185437 RightShoulderPlate 130186438 Ashlip SeeChartPage3039 Air Valve 130181440 Air Valve Shaft 1600621

Item Description Part Number41 AirValveHandle/DoorHandle 160066351 RightInnerSide 130185652 Right End SeeChartPage30

53 DamperHandleStubw/SetScrew 30002820

54 Damper Handle 160066455 Damper Handle Screw 120131056 Air Manifold 130180357 Front 130186158 GlassRetainer(2) 160139959 Glass 140112061 Door SeeChartPage3062 Door Hook 160015563 Dor Handle Shaft 160062364 Latch Retainer 120184365 Compression Spring 160055166 UpperDoorPin 160055067 C-Clip 160055368 Pin,HingeBottom 160041969 Nut,Hex5/16-18 120327970 Bracket,SideBrick(2) 30006591

*NOTE: For stoves built before May 2013, order BrickReplacementKit#30006595.

Shell Enamel Parts - Resolute AcclaimEnamel Color Top Left Side Right Side Flue Collar Flue Cover Ashlip Door Leg

Classic 1301862 1301857 1301858 1301816 1301817 1301819 1301865 1301833Biscuit 30003118 30003119 30003120 30003121 30003122 30003117 30003123 30003116

Bordeaux 30006778 30006779 30006780 30006781 30006782 30006777 30006783 30006776Brown Majolica 30004887 30004888 30004889 30004890 30004891 30004886 30004892 30004885


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Warranty Limited 3 Year WarrantyVermont Castings Group warrants that this woodburning stove will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years from the date you receive it, except that the catalyst, thermostat assembly, handles, glass door panels, cement, and gasketing shall be warranted as described below.VermontCastingsGroupwillrepairorreplace,atitsoption,anypartfoundtobedefectiveuponinspectionbyaVermontCastings,AuthorizedDealer.Thecustomermustreturnthedefectivepartorthestove,withshippingprepaid,totheAuthorizedDealerorpayforanyAuthorizedDealerin-hometravelfeesorservicechargesforin-homerepairwork.Itisthedealer’soptionwhethertherepairworkwillbedoneinthecustomer’shomeorinthedealer’sshop.If,uponinspection,thedamageisfoundtobethefaultofthemanufacturer,repairswillbeauthorizedatnochargetothecustomerforpartsand/orlabor.Any woodburning stove or part thereof that is repaired or replaced during the limited warranty period will be warranted under the terms of the limited warrantyforaperiodnottoexceedtheremainingtermoftheoriginallimitedwarrantyorsix(6)months,whicheverislonger.Limited 1 Year WarrantyThe 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 youreceiveit:Thethermostatassembly,handles,glassdoorpanels,cement,and gasketing. Any of these items found to be defective will be repaired or replacedatnocharge,uponthereturnofthepartwithpostageprepaidtoa Vermont Castings Authorized Dealer.Any part repaired or replaced during the limited warranty period will be warranted under the terms of the limited warranty for a period not to exceedtheremainingtermoftheoriginallimitedwarrantyorsix(6)months,whichever is longer.Limited Catalyst WarrantyThecatalystwillbewarrantedforasixyearperiodasfollows:Iftheoriginalcatalyst or a replacement catalyst proves defective or ceases to maintain 70% ofitsparticulateemissionreductionactivity(asmeasuredbyanapprovedtestingprocedure)within24monthsfromthedatethestoveisreceived,thecatalyst itself will be replaced free. From25-72monthsapro-ratedcreditwillbeallowedagainstareplacementcatalyst and the cost of labor necessary for its installation at the time of replacement.For stove purchases made after June 30, 1990, a third year (25-36months)ofnochargereplacementwillbemadewhencombustorfailureisduetothermaldegradationofthesubstrate(crumblingofceramicmaterial).The customermust pay for any in-home travel fees, servicecharges,ortransportationcostsforreturningthestovetotheAuthorizedDealer. Amount of Time Credit Towards SincePurchase ReplacementCost 0-24months 100% 25-36months 50% 37-48months 30% 49-60months 20% 61-72months 10%Any replacement catalyst will be warranted under the terms of the catalyst warranty for the remaining term of the original warranty. The purchaser must provide the following information in order to receive a replacement catalyst under the terms of this limited warranty:1. Name,addressandtelephonenumber.2. Proofoforiginalpurchasedate.3. Date of failure of catalyst.4. Any relevant information or circumstances regarding determination of

failure.5. Inaddition,theownermustreturnthefailedcatalyst.

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Exclusions & Limitations1. Thiswarrantyistransferable;however,proofoforiginalretailpurchase

is required.2. This warranty does not cover misuse of the stove. Misuse includes

overfiringwhichwillresultifthestoveisusedinsuchamannerastocauseoneormoreoftheplatestoglowred.Overfiringcanbeidentifiedlater by warped plates and areas where the paint pigment has burned off.Overfiringinenamelfireplacesisidentifiedbybubbling,cracking,chipping and discoloration of the porcelain enamel finish.VermontCastings Group offers no warranty on chipping of enamel surfaces. Inspectyourwoodburningstovepriortoacceptingitforanydamagetothe enamel.

3. This warranty does not cover misuse of the stove as described in the Owner’sGuide,nordoesitcoveranstovewhichhasbeenmodifiedunless authorized by a Vermont Castings Group representative in writing. This warranty does not cover damage to the stove caused by burningsaltsaturatedwood,chemicallytreatedwood,oranyfuelnotrecommendedintheOwner’sGuide.

4. This warranty does not cover a stove repaired by someone other than a Vermont Castings Authorized Dealer.

5. Damagetotheunitwhileintransitisnotcoveredbythiswarrantybutissubject to a claim against the common carrier. Contact Vermont Castings Authorized Dealer from whom you purchased your stove or Vermont CastingsGroupifthepurchasewasdirect.(Donotoperatethestoveasthismaynegatetheabilitytoprocesstheclaimwiththecarrier.)

6. Claims are not valid where the installation does not conform to local buildingandfirecodesor,intheirabsence,totherecommendationsinourOwner’sGuide.

7. Thesaltairenvironmentofcoastalareas,orahigh-humidityenvironment,canbecorrosivetotheporcelainenamelfinish.Theseconditionscancauserustingofthecastironbeneaththeporcelainenamelfinish,whichwillcausetheporcelainenamelfinishtoflakeoff.Thiswarrantydoesnotcoverdamagecausedbyasaltairorhigh-humidityenvironment.

8. VermontCastingsGroupshallhavenoobligationtoenhanceorupdateany unit once manufactured.

INNOEVENTSHALLVermontCastingsGroup BELIABLEFORINCIDENTALANDCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.ALL IMPLIEDWARRANTIES,INCLUDINGTHE IMPLIEDWARRANTIESOFMERCHANTABILITYANDFITNESS,ARELIMITEDTOTHEDURATIONOFTHISWRITTENWARRANTY.THISWARRANTYSUPERCEDESALLOTHERORALORWRITTENWARRANTIES.Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental andconsequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,sotheabovelimitationsmaynotapplytoyou.Thiswarrantygivesyouspecificrightsandyoumayhaveotherrightswhichvaryfromstatetostate.How to Obtain ServiceIfadefectisnotedwithinthewarrantyperiod,thecustomershouldcontacta Vermont Castings Authorized Dealer or Vermont Castings Group if the purchase was direct with the following information:

1. Name,address,andtelephonenumberofthepurchaser.2. Date of purchase.3. Serial number from the label on the back.4. Nature of the defect or damage.5. Anyrelevantinformationorcircumstances,e.g.,installation,mode

of operation when defect was noted.A warranty claim will then start in process. Vermont Castings Group reserves the right towithholdfinalapprovalofawarranty claimpendingavisualinspection of the defect by authorized representatives.


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