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SHERWOOD INDUSTRIES IS AN ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE COMPANY. THIS MANUAL IS PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
PELLET STOVE
MERIDIAN
Freestanding and Fireplace Insert
OWNER’S MANUAL
Contact your building or fire officials about restrictions and installation
inspection requirements in your area.
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION
AND USE OF THIS PELLET-BURNING ROOM HEATER. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PROPER
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Table of Contents Introduction......................................................................................................................................3 Pellet Quality.........................................................................................................................3 Rating Label Location.............................................................................................................3 Important Safety Data............................................
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Introduction PELLET QUALITY: Pellet quality is important, please read the following: Your enviro pellet stove has been designed to burn wood pellets only. Do not use any other type of fuel, as this will void any warranties stated in this manual. The performance of your pellet stove is greatly affected by the type and quality of wood pellets being burned. As the heat output of various quality wood pellets differs, so will the performance and heat output of the pellet stove. CAUTION: It is impo
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Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY DATA: Please read this entire Owner’s Manual before installing or operating your ENVIRO Pellet Stove. Failure to follow these instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury or even death. Contact your local building or fire official to obtain a permit and any information on installation restrictions and inspection requirements for your area. To prevent the possibility of a fire, ensure that the appliance is properly installed by adhering to the instal
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Introduction ASHES: Disposed ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be on a non-combustible floor on the ground, well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispensed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have been thoroughly cooled. ELECTRICAL: The use of a surge protected power bar is recommended. The unit m
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Operating Instructions AUTOMATIC SAFETY FEATURES: Your pellet Stove has the following safety features: A) The stove will shut off when the fire goes out and the exhaust temperature drops below 120 °F (49°C). B) The stove has a high temperature safety switch. If the temperature on the hopper reaches 200 °F (93 °C) the auger will automatically stop, and the stove will shut off when the exhaust temperature cools. If this happens call your local dealer to reset the 200 °F (93 °C) high limit swi
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Operating Instructions OPERATING YOUR PELLET STOVE: PRE-BURN INSTRUCTIONS: The burn pot liner holes must be clear and the liner installed correctly against the ignitor tube for proper operation. Check the hopper for enough pellets to start the unit. DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WITH THE DOOR OR ASH PAN OPEN. MANUAL MODE: To START: Press the ON / OFF button. The stove will turn on. The system light will flash. The Auger Light will flash with each pulse of the auger (the Auger Feed Rate is pre-pr
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Routine Cleaning and Maintenance The following list of components should be inspected and maintained routinely to ensure that the appliance is operating at its optimum and giving you excellent heat value: 2-3 Days / Weekly Semi-annually or 2 Tons of Fuel Burn Pot and Liner Exhaust Vent Ash Pan Fresh air Intake Tube B u r n P ot L i n e r Inside Firebox Blower Mechanisms Door Glass Heat exchanger tubes Heat exchanger tubes Behind firebox liners I g ni to r Ash pan and Door gaskets All Hinges Doo
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Routine Cleaning and Maintenance ASH PAN AND DOOR GASKETS (weekly) After extended use the gasketing may come loose. To repair this, glue the gasketing on using high- temperature fiberglass gasket glue available from your local ENVIRO dealer. This is important to maintain an airtight assembly. ASH PAN (weekly) The ash pan is located under the burner. Dump the ashes into a metal container stored away from combustibles. Monitor the ash level every week. Remember that different pellet fuels wil
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Routine Cleaning and Maintenance EXHAUST PASSAGES (season) Removal of the firebox backing for bi- annual cleaning (refer to Figure 5): • Open the door by lifting the handle, remove the burn pot and burn pot liner. • Lubricate all screws with penetrating oil. • Remove the four (4) screws that hold the brick liner retainers in place. Remove side brick liners by sliding them forward then out. • Pull the center panel out. • Vacuum and clean thoroughly. Installation of firebox backing: • Insert
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Installation DECIDING WHERE TO LOCATE YOUR PELLET APPLIANCE: 1. Check clearances to combustibles (see INSTALLATION - CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES - FREESTANDING, INSTALLATION - ALCOVE CLEARANCES - FREESTANDING, and INSTALLATION - CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES - FIREPLACE INSERT. 2. Do not obtain combustion air from an attic, garage or any unventilated space. Combustion air may be obtained from a ventilated crawlspace. 3. Do not install the stove in a bedroom. 4. You can vent the stove through
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3 24 / 4 " ( 6 29 m m ) Installation DIMENSIONS - FREESTANDING: 1 3 2 / 2 " ( 826m m ) 7 2 4 / 8 " ( 6 32 m m ) Figure 8: Meridian Freestanding Dimensions. DIMENSIONS - FIREPLACE INSERT: 7 2 3 / 8 " ( 60 5m m ) 7 12 / 8 " 3 2 3 / 4 " ( 3 26m m ) ( 6 0 4m m ) 7 2 2 / 8 " ( 58 3 m m ) Figure 9: Meridian Fireplace Insert Dimensions. 12
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Installation CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES - FREESTANDING: These dimensions are minimum clearances but it is recommended that you ensure sufficient room for serving, routine cleaning and maintenance. B a ck w a l l A d j ac e nt 3 " ( 7 6m m ) w a l l 2 " ( 51m m ) 6" ( 1 52 m m ) M i ni m um 6" ( 15 0 m m ) Figure 10: Meridian on Floor Figure 11: Minimum Clearances to Combustibles for Protection. Freestanding Meridian. This pellet stove requires floor protection. The floor protection must be n
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Installation CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES - FIREPLACE INSERT: The fireplace insert must be installed into a masonry fireplace. This model includes a surround faceplate and a pedestal. When installing this unit, ensure that the pedestal is removed from the inside of the hopper and installed on the bottom of the unit. Refer to INSTALLATION - INSTALLATION OF PEDESTAL AND LEVELING LEGS - FIREPLACE INSERT and INSTALLATION - INSTALLING HOPPER COVER AND ADJUSTING HOPPER HEIGHT - FIREPLACE INSERT be
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Installation Figure 15: Hopper Cover Screw Placement. Figure 16: Hopper Extension Screw Placement. MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION - FREESTANDING: ● Secure the heater to the floor using the holes in the pedestal of the appliance. ● Ensure the unit is electrically grounded to the chassis of your home (permanently). WARNING: Do not install in a room people sleep in. CAUTION: The structural integrity of the manufactured home floor, wall and ceiling/roof must be maintained • Outside fresh air is mandator
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Installation EXHAUST AND FRESH AIR INTAKE LOCATIONS: 3 5 / 4 " 3 5 / 4 " ( 1 4 6m m ) ( 1 4 6m m ) 1 9 / 16 " (2 29 m m ) 5 1 8 / 8 " 7 3 / 16 " ( 4 73 m m ) ( 87 m m ) 1 1 3 / 16 " 7 1 ( 3 3 2 m m ) 1 0 / 8 " 6 / 8 " 1" ( 27 7 m m ) ( 156m m ) ( 25m m ) Figure 19: Meridian Insert Inlet and Outlet Location. 7 1 1 1 1 / 1 6 " 6 / 16 " 1 " ( 2 9 1 m m ) ( 1 7 0 m m ) ( 2 5 m m ) Figure 18: Meridian Freestanding Inlet and Outlet Location. EXHAUST Freestanding Insert 1 Base of unit to center of fl
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Installation VENT TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS: IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOUR PELLET STOVE BE INSTALLED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER/INSTALLER. Table 1: Use in conjunction with Figure 21 for allowable exterior vent termination locations. Letter Minimum Clearance Description A 24 in (61 cm) Above grass, top of plants, wood, or any other combustible materials. B 48 in (122 cm) From beside/below any door or window that may be opened. C 24 in (61 cm) From above any door or window that may be opened. D 24 in
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Installation CORNER THROUGH WALL INSTALLATION - FREESTANDING: F r esh A i r I ntake 3" ( 7 .5 cm ) W a l l t h i m b l e m a n ufactur ed b y p el l et ve nt m a nufa c t u r e r . 3 " ( 7 .5 cm ) Figure 22: Corner Installation. HORIZONTAL EXHAUST THROUGH WALL INSTALLATION - FREESTANDING: Vent installation: install vent at clearances specified by the vent manufacturer. A chimney connector shall not pass through an attic or roof space, closet or similar concealed spaces, or a floor, or ceiling.
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Installation 10. The pipe must extend at least 12” (30 cm) away from the building. If necessary, bring E x ha u s t T u b e another length of 3 " ( 75m m ) o r 4" ( 1 0 0m m ) pipe (PL type) to " P L " o r "L " ve n t the outside of the W al l T h i m bl e home to connect to the first section. Do not forget to place high temperature 4 5 ° E l b o w w i t h s c r e e n silicone around the or T e r m i n a t i o n C a p pipe that passes through the thimble. 11. Install a vertical F
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Installation VERTICAL RISE WITH HORIZONTAL TERMINATION INSTALLATION (RECOMMENDED) - FREESTANDING: T er m i na t i on c ap A 45° elbow with a rodent screen may be used 90 ° el b ow in place of the termination cap (or stainless steel termination hood). W a l l fr am i ng V e r t i c a l s e c ti on of ven t pi p e W a l l s t r ap H o r i zontal f r a m e fo r th i m b l e C l ea n out tee W al l t h i m bl e E N V I R O M e r i di a n Figure 25: Through Wall with Horizontal Termination. THROUG
