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    0893 Resolute Acclaim Cover Homeowner ’ s Installation and Operating Manual For use in the United States and Canada Do Not Discard This Manual: Retain for Future Use 2000893 4/06 Rev . 16 Resolute Acclaim W oodburning Stove Model 2490 0893 SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERL Y INST ALLED, OPERA TED AND MAIN- T AINED, A HOUSE FIRE MA Y[...]

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    2 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Introduction Thank you for choosing a V ermont Castings Resolute Acclaim. Y our stove is one of the finest available. It features high efficiency , non-catalytic performance, using space-age refractory material and the precisely calibrated delivery of air to a concentrated charcoal bed to promote se[...]

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    3 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 RESOLUTE Ac c la i m 25  " (648 mm) 27  " (699 mm) 26" (660 mm) 6" (152 mm) 23" (584 mm) 19  " (495 mm) 12  " (324 mm) 25" (635 mm) 21  " (546 mm) 25" (635 mm) 19" (483 mm) 0893 Resolute Acclaim specifi[...]

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    4 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Installation SAFETY NOTICE: IF YOUR RESOLUTE ACCLAIM IS NOT PROPERL Y INST ALLED, OPERA TED AND MAINT AINED, A HOUSE FIRE MA Y RESUL T . FOR SAFETY , FOLLOW ALL INST ALLA TION, OPERA- TION AND MAINTENANCE DIRECTIONS. CONT ACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRIC- TIONS AND INST ALLA TION INSPECTION [...]

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    5 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Unused openings in an existing masonry chimney must be sealed with masonry to the thickness of the chimney wall, and the chimney liner should be repaired. Open- ings sealed with pie plates or wallpaper are a hazard and should be sealed with mortar or refractory cement. In the event of a chimney fire,[...]

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    6 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Single-wall Chimney Connectors • Beginning at the flue collar of the stove, assemble the chimney connector . Insert the first crimped end into the stove’s flue collar , and keep each crimped end pointing toward the stove. Using the holes in the flue collar as guides, drill 1/8” (3mm) holes i[...]

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    7 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 A special piece called the “thimble sleeve,” slightly smaller in diameter than standard connector and most thimbles, will facilitate the removal of the chimney connector system for inspection and cleaning. Thimble sleeves should be available from your local dealer . T o install a thimble sleeve, s[...]

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    8 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Accessories are available for use as wall pass- throughs. If using one of these, make sure it has been tested and listed for use as a wall pass-through. U.S.: In the United States, the National Fire Protec- tion Association (NFP A) has established guidelines for passing chimney connectors through comb[...]

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    9 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Floor Protection A tremendous amount of heat radiates from the bottom plate of your Resolute Acclaim. The floor area directly under and around 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 t[...]

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    10 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Keep the Stove a Safe Distance From Surrounding Materials Both a stove and its chimney connector radiate heat in all directions when operating. A safe installation re- quires that adequate clearance be maintained between the stove and nearby combustible materials to ensure that such materials do not [...]

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    1 1 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 5. Secure the extension plate and flue collar with the fasteners removed in the first step. Run the bolts in only finger-tight. Adjust the fit of the extension plate and/or flue collar if necessary . T ighten all four (4) fasteners, but do not overtighten them. T est the ac- tion of the griddle[...]

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    12 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 (A) 15” (B) 24” (C) 15” (D) 8” (E) 13” (F) 8” (380 mm) (610 mm) (380 mm) (203 mm) (330 mm) (203 mm) (G) 15” (H) 24” (I) 15” (J) 8” (K) 13” (L) 8” (380 mm) (610 mm) (380 mm) (203 mm) (330 mm) (203 mm) (M) 15” (N) 10” N/A (O) 8” (P) 7” N/A (38mm) (254 mm) (203 mm) (180 m[...]

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    13 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Stove Installed Parallel to W all Stove Installed Parallel to W all Stove in Corner Stove in Corner Unprotected Surfaces Protected Surfaces D E F F C C A B J K L L I I G H P Q M N N/A N/A T U V V S S Q R ST600 RESOLUTE Acclaim clearance dia gra m 1/25/01 T op Exit, No Heat Shields T op Ex[...]

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    14 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Minimum W all Shield Requirements for Common Installations H H H H D F A B E D ST6003 Resolute Acclaim wall shield 01/01 C G A = 26” (660 mm) B = 23” (584 mm) C = 44” (1 1 18 mm) D = 36” (914 mm) E = 1 1” (279 mm) F = 43” (1092 mm) G = 47” (1 194 mm) H = 1” (25 mm) ST603 Fig. 18 A top[...]

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    15 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Distance from the Center of the Flue Collar to the W all in T op-Exit Installations The information on this page is helpful in planning stove placement for top-exiting installations, particularly those in- stallations with chimneys that pass through the ceiling. However , this is not a clearance char[...]

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    16 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Because of their restricted air flow and heat retention characteristics, specific construction requirements and special clearances apply to installations into alcoves. No stove or chimney connector heat shields are used in alcove installa- tions. Bottom heat shield requirements remain the same as f[...]

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    17 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Stove Controls T wo Controls Operate the Stove The primary air control lever , located beneath the ashlip, regulates how much heat the stove produces by controlling the amount of air received by the fire. The more air supplied, the hotter the fire. (Fig. 27) With a travel range of about 6” (159 m[...]

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    18 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Removable Andirons For Greater Front-Loading Convenience The andirons slip into pockets cast into the front of the bottom grate and can be removed when loading through the front door . (Most Acclaim owners, however , prefer the convenience of “smokeless” top loading.) IMPORT ANT : The andirons mu[...]

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    19 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Use the following air control settings as a starting point to determine the best settings for your needs. Primary Air Settings Air Setting Air Control Position CLOSED Fully Left LOW Approximately 1” (25mm) to the right of CLOSED. HIGH Approximately 3”(80mm) to the right of CLOSED, where the lever[...]

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    20 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 minutes at this maximum air setting to guarantee the new load of fuel has fully ignited. Once the fuel is burn- ing steadily , you may adjust the primary air supply to provide the desired heat output. Y ou’ll soon find this stove is HOT WHILE IN OPERA- TION! KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING, AND FURNI- TUR[...]

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    21 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Rules for Open Fire Viewing W ARNING: FOR SAFETY AND GREA TEST EFFI- CIENCY , OPERA TE YOUR STOVE ONL Y WITH ALL DOORS/GRIDDLES FULL Y CLOSED. THE TEST ST ANDARD FOR YOUR ST OVE WHEN IT IS OPER- A TED IN THIS MODE IS UL 1482. YOUR STOVE MA Y BE USED AS A FIREPLACE WITH THE FRONT DOOR OPEN OR REMOVED [...]

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    22 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 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 works well. Wood stove operation depends on natural (unfor[...]

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    23 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Creosote Creosote is a by-product of slow wood-burning. It’s an organic tar that can condense in the flue if it’s dense in the smoke, and slow-moving, and cools off to less than 290°F . Condensed creosote is volatile, and can generate chimney fires if it gets hot enough. All the features that [...]

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    24 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Maintenance Keep Y our Stove Looking New and W orking Its Best Care 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 may be used as well, but only when the stove is cool. Make sure no water remains on the[...]

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    25 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Repair Air Leaks to Prevent Overheating and Excessive Fuel Consumption Adjust the Door Latch The door gasket will compress after use. T o restore a tight seal, adjust the tension on the latch: • Remove the Allen head button screw that attaches the door latch tab to the stove front. (Fig. 34) • Re[...]

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    26 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Replace Broken Glass Immediately Do not operate the Resolute Acclaim if the glass is damaged. Use the following procedure for glass re- placement. NOTE: Replace glass with CFM Corpora- tion replacement glass only , available from your local dealer . • Open the door and carefully remove the glass by[...]

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    27 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Gaskets on Resolute Acclaim Stationary Parts 5/16” Between the flue collar and flue collar extension and the stove’s top and back: 5/16” The seal between the upper fireback corners and the lower fireback: 5/16” The seal between the underside of the top plate and the upper edge of the uppe[...]

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    28 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire within the flue system which can damage the chimney and overheat adjacent combustible material. T o reduce the amount of creosote that may form, re - member to provide adequate air for combustion and to strive for small, intense fires rather [...]

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    29 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. 1 2 3 6 7 8 4 5 9 1 1 10 12 14 13 15 16 17 18 25 24 19 20 21 22 23 26 27 53 54 55 52 51 32 35 37 36 33 32 31 29 30 34 38 56 57 59 58 62 63 [...]

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    30 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 Resolute Acclaim Woodburning Stove Model 2490 (continued) Item Description Part Number Item Description Part Number 19. Combustion Package 1602497 20. Sealing Plates (2) 1301859 21. Arch Brick Retainer 1600154 22. Left Arch Brick 1600151 23. Right Arch Brick 1600152 24. Rear Grate 1301851 25. Front G[...]

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    31 Resolute Acclaim W oodb ur ning Stove 2000893 W arranty Limited 3 Y ear W arranty CFM Corporation 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 shal[...]

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