Installation & Operating Manual

1 18390-975 Vermont Castings Defiant Model 1975-CAT-C Installation Manual_R12 11/21 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 recommandons que nos appareils de chauffage au bois soient install s et entretenus apr des professionnels qui ont t accr dit s aux.

2 -U. par le National Fireplace Institute (NFI) comme tant des sp cialistes du NFI en mati re d appareilsde chauffage au ois, ou qui sont accr dit s au Canadadans le cadre du Programme de formation techniqueen nergie du bois (WETT)The French language version of this Manual is available online: version fran aise de ce manuel est disponible en ligne : 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.

3 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Do not overfire - If any external part starts to glow, you are overfiring. Close air controls. Overfiring will void your warranty. Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified. Failure to comply may cause a house !Tested and approved for use with dry, seasoned cordwood only. Do Not Burn Wet or Green Wood. Burning any other type of fuel will void your !

4 Installation & Operating ManualInstallation and Appliance Setup - Care and OperationINSTALLER: Leave this Manual with party responsible for use and : Retain this Manual for future your dealer for questions on Installation , Operation, or NC Cover5/05 For use in the United States and CanadaDefiant Model 1975-CAT-CWood Burning StoveNOTICE: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by qualified personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends HHT Factory Trained or NFI certified Castings Defiant Model 1975-CAT-C Installation Manual_R12 11/21 Congratulations on your choice of a Vermont Castings Defiant Model 1975-CAT-C stove.

5 With this purchase you have made a commitment to make the hearth a place of warmth, beauty and comfort in your home. At Vermont Castings, we share that joy and appreciation for the hearth. We assure you that your cast-iron Vermont Castings stove has been made with the utmost care and will provide you with many years of service. As you become acquainted with your new stove, you will find that its appearance is matched by its functionality, due to cast iron s unique ability to absorb and radiate , Vermont Castings products are among the cleanest-burning wood stoves available today.

6 However, clean burning depends on both the manufacturer and the operator. Please read this Manual carefully to understand how to properly operate and maintain your Vermont Castings, we are equally committed to your satisfaction as a customer. That is why we maintain an exclusive network of the finest dealers in the industry. Our dealers are chosen for their expertise and dedication to customer service. They are factory-trained and knowledgeable about every Vermont Castings product.

7 Feel free to contact your Authorized Vermont Castings Dealer anytime you have a particular question about your stove or its Manual contains valuable instructions on the Installation and operation of your Vermont Castings Defiant Model 1975-CAT-C. It also contains useful information on maintenance. Please read the Manual thoroughly and keep it as a read this entire Manual before you install and use your new stove. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even : Cast iron is an artisan crafted material, which is made the same way today as nearly 2000 years ago.

8 Due to the intrinsic primitive nature of the casting process, part to part variation is normal and adds to the character of a hand built cast iron LABELHFS erial de s rie:8390-976_R1 Date of Manufacture / Date de fabrication:2019 2020 2021 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DECM anufactured by / Fabriqu par: Hearth and Home Technologies 352 Mountain House Road, Halifax PA 17032US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCYC ertified to comply with 2020 US EPA particulate emissions standards at g/hr.

9 This wood heater contains a catalytic combustor which needs periodic inspection and replacement for proper operation. Consult the Owner s Manual for further information. It is against Federal Regulations to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with Operating instructions in the Owner s #/Rapport #0135WS043S / 0135ES043 ETested to / Test : ASTM E2515, ASTM E2780, UL 1482-2011, ULC-S627-00, CAN/CSA APPROVED FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES IN THE AND and use only in accordance with manufacturer s Installation and operation instructions.

10 Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and Installation inspection in your area. Install only with legs provided in accordance with Installation : Risk of flame and smoke spillage. Do not obstruct the space beneath the : Use with solid wood fuel only. Do not burn other fuels. Build a fire directly on hearth only. Do not elevate fire. Keep doors fully closed while : Use a minimum 6 or 8 diameter factory built high temperature ( ) chimney which is listed to UL-103 (2100 F) or 8 X 8 nominal or larger approved masonry chimney with flue liner.