STANDARD BARREL STOVE KIT
MODEL BK100E OWNERS MANUAL

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions carefully.

1. The installation of this barrel stove must comply with your local building code rulings.  Please observe the clearances to combustibles.  (Reference Fig. 3, Fig.4 and Fig. 5)

2. Do NOT install this barrel stove in a mobile home or trailer.  (NO EXCEPTIONS)

3. Always connect this barrel stove to a chimney and vent to the outside.  Never vent to another room or inside a building.

4. DO NOT CONNECT a wood burning barrel stove to an aluminum Type B gas vent.  This is not safe.Use approved masonry or a UL 103 HT Listed Residential Type and Building Heating Appliance Chimney. Use a 6" diameter chimney or larger, that is high enough to give a good draft (see specifics in installation instructions.)

5. Be sure that your chimney is safely constructed and in good repair.  Have the chimney inspected by the fire department or a qualified inspector.  Your insurance company may be able to recommend a qualified inspector.

6. Creosote or soot may build up in the chimney connector and chimney and cause a house/building fire. Inspect the chimney connector and chimney twice monthly during the heating season and clean if necessary (see Maintenance & Service Hints).

7. To prevent injury, do not allow anyone to use this barrel stove who is unfamiliar with the correct operation of the barrel stove.

8. Do not operate stove while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

9. For further information on using your barrel stove safely, obtain a copy of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) publication “Using Coal and Wood Stoves Safely” NFPA No. HS-10-1978.  The address of the NFPA is Batterymarch Park, MA 02269.

10. Ashes should not be allowed to accumulate higher than the side of the ash pan. Dispose of ashes in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. Keep the closed container on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials. Keep the ashes in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled. The ashes may be buried in the ground or picked up by a refuse collector.

11. While constructing and assembling this barrel stove, always wear ANSI approved safety goggles and gloves.

12. Use a file or grinder to remove any sharp edges from holes cut in the barrel.

13. If any parts are missing or defective, please notify the dealer or manufacturer immediately. DO NOT OPERATE A STOVE THAT IS MISSING ANY PARTS.

14. Use only new or reconditioned barrels. Do not use a rusted barrel or one contaminated with residual chemicals which contain toxins or volatile gases.

15. Never use an acetylene torch to cut holes in your barrel as explosive gases may be trapped inside the barrel.

16. Do not use the barrel stove outdoors. It is designed for indoor use only.

17. The paint used on your stove may give off smoke and/or odor during the first fires. This may occur during the first 12 to 15 fires until the paint has cured. After the paint has cured this will end and not reoccur. Persons with lung conditions or owners of susceptible domestic pets (such as birds) should take
prudent precautions. Open windows and doors as needed to clear smoke and odor. If the stove is overfired, paint discoloration will occur.

18. The stove parts have a painted surface which is durable but it will not stand rough handling or abuse. When installing your stove, use care in handling. Clean with soap and warm water when stove is not hot. Do not use any acids or scouring soap, as these solvents wear and dull the finish.

19. While stove is in operation, all persons, especially young children should be alerted to the hazards from high surface temperatures. Keep away from a hot stove to avoid burns or clothing ignition.

20. If small children will be in the same room as the stove during operation, provide a sturdy
barrier to keep them at a safe distance from the stove. Never leave small children unsupervised when they are in the same room as the stove.

21. Keep stove area clear and free from all combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.

22. To prevent burns, always wear protective clothing, leather hearth gloves and eye protection, while tending the fire.

23. While in operation, keep the feed door closed at all times except while tending the fire.

24. Do not overfire the stove. Overfiring will occur if the feed door is left open during operation. Such actions will result in very dangerous operating conditions.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove parts from inside of carton. Parts include: one damper collar (# 1), two leg sets (# 2), one door/frame assembly (# 3–10) and one hardware pack (# 7).
   
2. Stand barrel on end with plug facing up. Position door between the large and small plugs with the large plug at the 12 o’clock position.
   
   NOTE: On 30 gallon barrels, use end without plugs for mounting door.
   
3. Open the feed door and trace around the opening using a scribe or marking pencil.
   
4. Open the slide draft and mark the bottom left corner of the left side opening. Next mark the bottom right corner of the right side opening.
   
5. Remove the door assembly from the barrel end. Using a straight edge and marking tool, scribe a line between the two marks representing the corners of the slide draft. Next, scribe a line going up from each corner mark until it intersects with the markings for the door opening.
   
6. Cut the opening for the door and draft using either a sabre saw or a reciprocating saw with a metal blade. Deburr opening with metal file (see Fig. 1).
   
7. Set the door frame assembly over the newly created hole. Mark and drill the mounting holes using a 1/4” bit. Deburr opening with metal file. Attach the assembly using nuts and bolts provided with kit (see Fig. 1).
   
8. With the door opening cut, you are now able to get at the inside of the barrel to attach leg assemblies. Center legs so barrel is stabilized and secure legs to barrel.
   
9. Align damper/collar toward the rear of barrel. Using a scribe or marking tool, trace the throat of the collar onto the barrel top.
   
10. Cut the flue pipe opening using a sabre saw or reciprocating saw. Deburr opening with metal file.
    
11. Reposition the damper collar over the newly created opening. Mark and drill the mounting holes using a 1/4” bit. Deburr opening with metal file. Attach the damper collar using nuts and bolts provided with kit.

Fig. 1

DOUBLE BARREL STOVE KIT MODEL BK50E

LOCATING STOVE

Proper clearances must be maintained for adequate air circulation. Adequate ventilation must be
provided while operating this stove.

1. The stove must be placed on solid concrete, solid masonry, or when installed on a combustible floor, on a listed floor protector, such as Hy-C or Jackes-Evans Model UL 3654BK or equivalent. The base must extend at least 16” beyond the front of the hearth, 8” to the sides of the stove, and must extend under the stove pipe if it is elbowed towards a wall (see Fig. 1 and consult local building codes and fire
   protection ordinances.)
   
2. The stove must have its own flue. Do not connect this unit to a chimney flue serving other appliances.
   
3. After observing the clearances to combustible materials (see Fig. 3, Fig. 4 & Fig. 5), locate your floor protector accordingly (see Fig. 3) and carefully place the stove in your selected location. Install stove pipe, elbows, and thimble as required, utilizing either a recently cleaned and inspected 6” masonry chimney or a 6” i.d. listed chimney. Maximum 64 square inches.
   
4. Use 6" round black stove pipe, not galvanized stove pipe. Secure pipe sections with three (3) sheet metal screws in each stove pipe and/or elbow joint to firmly hold the pipe sections together. Do Not connect this stove to any air distribution or duct system.
   
5. Recheck clearances from the stove, connector stove pipe, and corner clearances using the illustrations (see Fig. 3, Fig. 4 & Fig. 5) and your local building codes or fire protection ordinances. NOTE: Drywall faced with brick or stone should be considered a combustible surface.
   
6. Do NOT install this stove in a mobile home or trailer. (NO EXCEPTIONS)
    
7. The clearances provided are minimum dimensions.
   
8. This stove is NOT a UL listed stove.

MINIMUM CLEARANCES to COMBUSTIBLE SURFACES

Unit to Sidewall ........................................... 36 inches Unit to Backwall ........................................... 36 inches Unit Corner to Wall ....................................... 36 inches Pipe Connector to Ceiling ............................ 18 inches CAUTION: Keep furnishings and other combustible materials away form the stove.

Fig. 4

Fig. 3

Fig. 5

PIPE INSTALLATION

CORRECT WRONG WRONG

Chimney Connections   Chimneys perform two functions.   As a means of exhausting smoke and flue gases which are the result of fuel combustion.  The chimney provides "draft" which allows oxygen to be continuously introduced into the appliance, so that proper combustion is possible. As of April 1, 1987 all wood stoves should be installed using a factory built chimney that meets the "Type HT" requirement of UL 103 (when using a factory built chimney).

Fig. 7

Note, your stove does not create draft. Draft is a function of the chimney. A minimum of 0.05 w.c., (measured in water column) is required for proper drafting to prevent back-puffing, smoke spillage, and to maximize performance. (Gauges to measure chimney draft are readily available at stove shops and are economical to purchase or rent.)

IMPORTANT Installation Points

1. Size the chimney flue to the stove pipe. (6" pipe = 6" chimney flue)

2. Use elbows only as necessary. Elbows reduce draft, no more than two should be used in any chimney run.

3. Make sure all horizontal runs of connector pipe have a minimum outward rise of 1/4" per horizontal foot. This allows any condensation or creosote buildup to run back into the firebox.

Masonry Chimney Before using an existing masonry chimney, clean the chimney, inspect the flue liner and make any repairs needed to be sure it is safe to use. Make repairs before attaching the stove. The connector stove pipe and fittings you will need to connect directly to a masonry chimney are shown in figure 7. If the connector stove pipe must go through a combustible wall before entering the masonry chimney, consult a qualified mason or chimney dealer. The installation must conform to local building and fire codes and latest edition of NFPA 211. Do not connect this stove into the same chimney flue as the fireplace, gas appliance, or a flue connected with any other stove. The chimney used for a stove must not be used to ventilate the cellar or basement. If there is a cleanout opening in the base of the chimney, close it tightly. Listed Chimney Carefully follow chimney manufacturer's instructions.

Fig. 8

Use only a listed chimney. If your chimney starts at the ceiling (see Fig. 8 and Fig. 9) you will need enough 6" round black stove pipe to reach the ceiling. The top of the chimney must be at least three (3) feet above the roof and be at least two (2) feet higher than any point of the roof within ten (10) feet (see Fig. 8 and Fig. 9 & Fig. 10).

Fig. 9 Fig. 10

Venting to Existing Fireplace In some instances, people desire to convert an existing fireplace for stove use. Usually, safe connection to an existing masonry chimney requires more work than using a prefabricated chimney. The existing fireplace must be closed and sealed at the damper with high-temperature caulk, ceramic wool, or furnace cement. Prior to installation, clean and inspect the existing flue and smoke shelf. Installation should be designed so the system can be dismantled for periodic cleaning and inspection. Before conversion, make sure the existing chimney is structurally sound, the chimney incorporates a flue liner and make sure it is in good condition. (A flue liner consists of clay tile that protects the brickwork of a chimney. If a chimney does not have a liner, or it is damaged, have it relined by a professional. Do Not use a chimney that is unlined or damaged!) If you have any question regarding the condition of the chimney, consult a qualified licensed contractor, qualified engineer, competent mason, certified Chimney Sweep, or a knowledgeable inspector. Consult your insurance company if you cannot find a qualified expert.   CAUTION: Not all fireplaces are suitable for conversion to a wood stove. Check with a qualified expert. Many prefabricated fireplaces are of the "zero-clearance fireplace" category. These consist of multi-layered metal construction. They are designed with enough insulation and/or air cooling on the base, back and sides so they can be safely installed in direct contact with combustible floors and walls. Although many prefabricated fireplaces carry endorsements from nationally recognized organizations for use as fireplaces, they have not been tested for connection to wood stove heaters. Connecting a stove to such a device will void the manufacturer's warranty. Steel-lined fireplaces are constructed with 1/4" firebox liner, an air chamber in connection with 8" of masonry. These can be safely used with wood burning stoves. They contain all the essential components of a fireplace, firebox, damper, throat, smoke shelf, and smoke chamber. Many look identical to masonry fireplaces and should be checked carefully before connecting a stove to them.

Venting a stove directly into a fireplace does not meet code and should not be attempted. (This constitutes connection to another appliance - the fireplace.) Combustion products will be deposited and build up in the firebox or fireplace. The stove warranty will be void with such an installation. Do not create a hazard in your home by connecting in this manner.

FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

Directly connecting the stovepipe into the existing masonry chimney (see Fig. 11) of the fireplace is the only approved method of installation. This is a complicated and involved process and to insure safety should only by done by a qualified installer. An entry hole must be cut through the masonry and tile liner with minimal damage to the liner. At least 8" of liner must remain below the entry position. When locating the stove and stovepipe, all minimum clearances must be observed from combustible surfaces including mantels, combustible trimwork, ceilings and walls. Positioning the center of the stove pipe entry into the chimney 24" below the ceiling should insure proper clearance for a 6" stovepipe.

Fig. 11

2. Install a metal or fire clay (5/8” minimum thickness) thimble. Make sure the thimble is flush with the inner surface of the chimney liner and does not protrude into the flue (see Fig. 6).
   
3. Secure the thimble with refractory mortar. The thimble should be surrounded by 8” of solid unit masonry brickwork or 24” of stone.
   
4. Install the stovepipe into the thimble as far as possible without extending past the flue lining (see Fig. 6 and Fig. 7).
   
5. A small airspace (about 1/2”) should remain between the stovepipe and thimble to allow for expansion of the pipe. Seal this airspace with high-temperature caulking or ceramic wool.
   
6. Secure and seal the damper in the closed position using high-temp caulking, ceramic wool, or furnace cement. Also check to see if the chimney has a cleanout. If it does, make sure it is closed and sealed as well. A leaky cleanout will greatly reduce draft efficiency.

If you have any questions regarding venting your stove, contact the manufacturer or contact the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and request a copy of the latest editions of NFPA Standard 211 and NFPA Standard 908. Their address is: Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Explosion Hazard • Never use chemicals, gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar flammable liquids to start or “freshen-up” a fire in the stove. • Keep all flammable liquids, especially gasoline, out of the vicinity of the stove — whether in use or in storage. CAUTION: HOUSE FIRE HAZARDS • Do not store wood on floor protector, underneath stovepipe or anywhere within minimum clearances from combustible surfaces specified for this stove. (36”) • Overfiring may cause a house fire. You are overfiring If the stove or chimney connector glows red. CAUTION: DO NOT OVERFIRE APPLIANCE You are overfiring if the chimney connectors or stove glows red. Close the door, slide draft and damper immediately to reduce the air supply to the fire. This will slow down the fire. CAUTION: CHIMNEY FIRE HAZARD Slow burning fires and extended use may cause excessive creosote buildup. Ignition of creosote buildup or overfiring may cause a chimney fire. Chimney fires burn extremely hot and may ignite surrounding materials. In case of a chimney fire call the fire department immediately. OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. Never overfire this stove by building excessively hot fires as a house/building fire may result. you are overfiring the stove If stove or stovepipe begins to glow or turn red.   2. Never build extremely large fires in this type of stove as damage to the stove or smoke leakage may result.   3. Stove is HOT while in operation. Keep children, clothing, and Furniture away from hot stove. Contact may cause skin burns. Do not touch the stove after firing until it has cooled.   4. Provide air into the room for proper combustion.   5. Inspect stove and pipe every 60 days. Replace immediately if stovepipe is rusting or leaking smoke into the room.

This stove is designed to burn WOOD FUEL ONLY. Hardwood, 18" to 20" should be split and air dried (seasoned), for 6 months to obtain maximum burning efficiency. Wood should be stored in a dry, well ventilated area. NOTICE: Use solid wood materials only. Do Not burn garbage or flammable fluids. Do Not Use Coal. Coal or charcoal can damage the stove components. NOTE: Build six (6) small fires upon initial firing to temper barrel stove. NOTE: A  2” layer of sand or a layer of firebrick should be used as bottom insulation in the barrel stove. A cast iron or steel grate may be used in conjunction with the bottom insulation. Lighting 1. Fully open damper/collar and slide draft below door to provide maximum air draft.   2. Open the feed door and place several wads of crushed paper in the firebox.   3. Lay small stacks of kindling on the paper to start the fire.   4. Light the paper and kindling, close the door and secure tightly.   5. Add fuel after fire is burning briskly. Use care not to smother the kindling fire when adding wood. Close the door and secure tightly.   6. Adjust slide draft and flue damper/collar for proper combustion. Periodically check fire to assure proper firing. The more closed the slide draft is set, the lower and slower the fire will burn. The more open, the faster and hotter the fire will burn. Do not overfire the stove.   7. NEVER build extremely large fires in this type of barrel stove as damage to the barrel stove or smoking may result.   8. If you have too much draft, then regulate the draft with the 6” cast iron stove pipe damper in the damper/collar.   9. DO NOT TOUCH the barrel stove after firing until it has cooled. 10. NEVER OVERFIRE this barrel stove by building excessively hot fires as a house/building fire may result. 11. Inspect stove pipe and barrel every 60 days. Replace immediately if there is rusting or smoke leaking into the room. 12. If barrel stove begins to glow or turn red, you are overfiring the barrel stove. Immediately adjust slide draft to the closed position and turn 6” cast iron damper to a fully closed position. This will limit the amount of air being allowed into the barrel and will begin to extinguish the fire.

Adding Fuel

Add small amounts of fuel each hour or so instead of piling large quantities of fuel at one time. This will insure a more complete combustion process and less buildup of tars, soot, or creosote will occur in the chimney.

1. Always open draft damper before opening the feed door.
2. When adding fuel be careful not to smother the fire.
3. Close the feed door and secure tightly.
4. Adjust the damper and slide draft control.
5. Empty ashes regularly. Do not allow ashes to pile up higher than the top lip of the slide draft.
6. Properly dispose of hot ashes (see Safety Instructions, item #10)
7. Do not overfire the stove (see step # 12).

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE HINTS

ASH DISPOSAL – Do not allow ashes to accumulate higher than the grate. Dispose of properly. (See Safety Instructions #10)

CHIMNEY DRAFT – Draft is a function of the chimney, not the stove — do not expect the stove to draw. Smoke spillage into the house or excessive buildup of condensation or creosote in the chimney are warnings that the chimney is NOT functioning properly. Correct the problem before using the stove. Following are some possible causes for improper draft.

1. The connector stovepipe may be pushed into the chimney too far, stopping the draft.
 
2. If the chimney temperature is too cool, water will condense in the chimney and run back into the stove. Creosote formation will be rapid and may block the chimney. Operate the stove at a fire level high enough to keep the chimney warm to prevent condensation from forming.
 
3. If the fire burns well but sometimes creates excess smoke or burns slowly, it may be caused by the chimney top being lower than another part of the house or a nearby tree. The wind blowing over a house or tree, falls on top of the chimney like water over a dam, beating down the smoke. The top of the chimney should be at least three (3) feet above the roof and be at least two (2) feet higher than any point of the roof within ten (10) feet.

CREOSOTE – Formation and Removal. Slow-burning wood produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. Creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. If ignited, this creosote creates an
extremely hot fire which may ignite surrounding materials resulting in a building fire.
If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed. Failure to remove creosote may result in ignition and may cause a house/building fire. Creosote may be removed using a chimney brush or other commonly available materials from your local hardware retailer.

CHIMNEY INSPECTIONS – The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected at the beginning of and at least twice a month during the heating season to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred.
Chimney fires burn very hot. If the chimney connector should glow red, reduce the fire by closing the damper and slide draft control and immediately call the fire department.

CAUTION: A chimney fire may cause ignition of wall studs or rafters which were assumed to be a safe distance from the chimney. If a chimney fire has occurred, have your chimney inspected by a qualified expert before using again.

A fire in the stove may be smothered by pouring a large quantity of coarse salt, baking soda, or cool ashes on top of the fire.

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CONCLUSION:

OUR BARREL STOVE KIT IS SAFE WHEN INSTALLED PROPERLY AND WILL PROVIDE YEARS OF SERVICE.  HOWEVER, ALWAYS EXERCISE GOOD JUDGMENT WHEN YOU ARE USING THIS BARREL STOVE.  YOU ARE DEALING WITH FIRE AND FIRE MUST BE TREATED WITH RESPECT.  STAY WARM AND IN GOOD HEALTH!

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