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Astoria
Pellet Stove
• Horizontal Or Vertical Vent
• Freestanding Stove
• Mobile Home Approved
• Class A Chimney Retrofit
• Hearth Stove into Existing
Masonry Chimney , Masonry
Fireplace, or Z.C. Fireplace
-- Please read this entire manual before
installation and use of this pellet fuel-
burning room heater. Failure to follow
these instructions could result in
property damage bodily injury or even
death.
-- Contact local building or fire officials
about restrictions and installation
inspection
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2 Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of an Astoria pellet heater. In purchasing an Astoria you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Astoria is one of the finest home heaters the world over. This manual will explain the installation, operation, and maintenance of this pellet-burning heater. Please familiarize yourself with the Owner's Manual before operat
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Table of Contents 3 Introduction Operation (continued) Introduction......................................................2 Manual Mode.....................................................21 Important Information .........................................2 Auto Mode........................................................22 Restrictor Adjustment.........................................23 Safety Precautions Adjusting the Fan Speed......................................23 Safety Precautions ..........
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Gas 4 Safety Precautions • Do not operate the • Contact your local building heater if you smell officials to obtain a permit smoke coming from and information on any the heater. Turn the installation restrictions or MODE switch to inspection requirements Ok "OFF", monitor your in your area. Notify your heater, and call your insurance company of this dealer. heater as well. • Never use gasoline, • The exhaust system must gasoline-type lantern fuel, be completely airtight and kerosene, charcoal
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Safety Precautions 5 • The heater will not operate • This heater must be during a power outage. If connected to a standard a power outage does 115 V., 60 Hz grounded occur, check the heater electrical outlet. Do not for smoke spillage and use an adapter plug or open a window if any sever the grounding plug. smoke spills into the room. Do not route the electrical cord underneath, in front of, or over the heater. • Keep foreign objects out • When installed in a mobile ? of the hopper. home, the
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6 Specifications Heating Specifications: Approximate Maximum Heating Capacity (in square feet)*.................................800 to 2,250 Sq. Feet Burn Rate (Pounds per Hour)**.......................................................................1.7 to 5.5 Maximum Burn Time on Low Burn** ................................................................67.5 Hours Hopper Capacity............................................................................................115 Pounds * Heating capa
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Installation 7 Before You Begin READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE THIS HEATER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH. Check with local building officials for any permits required for installation of this pellet heater and notify your insurance company before proceeding with installation. Packing List • Thermostat & Wire • Scraper Rod Tool • Brush • Fuses (2) Installation Options: • Residential or Mobile Home
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8 Installation Clearances - Straight Installation Through the Wall Installations Interior Vertical Vents A A AAAAAAAAA 3” A A A AAAAAAA A Minimum 2” A A A AAAAAAA A Minimum “Tee” 3” Minimum A AAAAAAA A AAAAAAAA A AAAAAAA A A AAAAAA A A AAAAAAA A 9” Minimum A AAAAAA A A AAAAAAA A 9” Minimum A AAAAAAAAAAAA A A AAAAAAAAAAAAAA A A AAAAAAAAAAAA A A AAAAAAAAAAAAAA A A AAAAAAAAAAAA A A AAAAAAAAAAAAAA A A AAAAAA A A AAAAAAA A Floor Protection 6” Minimum 6” Minimum A AAAAAA A A AAAAAAA A AAAAAAAA AAAAA
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Installation 9 Venting the Pellet Stove • PELLET VENT MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 3" CLEARANCE TO ANY COMBUSTIBLE (INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER). • DO NOT CONNECT THE PELLET VENT TO A VENT SERVING ANY OTHER APPLIANCE OR STOVE. • DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEM OF THIS UNIT. • USE AN APPROVED WALL THIMBLE WHEN PASSING THE VENT THROUGH WALLS AND A CEILING SUPPORT/FIRE STOP SPACER WHEN PASSING THE VENT THROUGH CEILINGS (MAKE SURE TO MAINTAIN 3
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10 Installation Pellet Vent Type • Must be 4" diameter Type "L"(except for masonry fireplace installations) - or - connect the vent to a factory built type "A" chimney. All vent joints (including adapters, elbows, etc…) must be sealed with 500° F. RTV silicone. Installing the Pellet Vent Seal each vent section (including adapters, elbows, etc...) by injecting a liberal amount of 500° F. RTV silicone into the gap between sections. • Horizontal sections must have a 1/4" rise every 12" of tra
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Installation 11 Mobile Home Requirements • Outside air is required (used for combustion) - see the directions below. • The heater must be bolted to the b floor (Some states do not require this; check with your local building Use the lag bolts (used department). See the illustration to secure the stove to to the right. the pallet) to screw the pedestal to the floor. • The heater must be grounded to the steel chassis of the mobile home (Some states do not require 7/16” this; check with your l
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12 Installation Alcove Installation Requirements When the pellet stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7' tall, it is considered an alcove installation. Because of the reduced height, the requirements listed below must be met. • Minimum height is 60" • Maximum depth is 48" • Minimum width is 46" • Minimum clearance of 9" on each side and 3" on back Baffle Installation Install the baffles included with the stove (see page 29 for details). Door Seal Verification The
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Installation 13 Installation Example: Direct "Through-the-wall" Installation Horizontal Rain Cap Type "L" Outside Air Vent 12” Minimum House Shield - prevents discoloration to outside of home - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AAAAAAAAAAAAA A AAAAAAAAAAAAA AA A Seal each vent AAAAAAAAAAAAA AA A section (including AAAAAAAAAAAAA A 3” Minimum adapters, elbows, Wall Thimble (note AAAAAAAA A 3” clearance etc...) by injecting a between vent and A AAAAAA A A liberal amount of combustibles) 500° F. RTV A A
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14 Installation Installation Example: Interior Vertical Installation AAAAAAAAAAAA A 2” 3” AAAAAAA A Minimum Minimum A AAAAA A A “Tee” Outside A AAAAA A A Type "L" Vent Air (optional) A AAAAA A A A AAAAA A A A AAAAAA AAAAA A A 9” Minimum A AAAAAA AAAAA A A A AAAAAA AAAAA A A AAAAA A Floor Protection 6” Minimum A AAAAA A AAAAAAA Vertical Cap 24” Minimum Storm Collar AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA Roof Flashing AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA A AA A Insulation must maintain 3” clearance. A
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Installation 15 Installation Example: Class A Chimney Retrofit AAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AA AAAAAAAAA AA 2” 3” Minimum Minimum A AAAAAAA A AA “Tee” A AAAAAAA A AA Outside A AAAAAAA A AA Air Type "L" Vent (optional) A AAAAAAA A AA A AAAAAAA A AA A AAAAAAA A AA 9” Minimum A AAAAAAAAAAAAAA A AA A AAAAAAAAAAAAAA A AA A AAAAAAAAAAAAAA A A AAAAAAA A Floor Protection 6” Minimum A AAAAAAA A Seal each vent AAAAAAAAA section (including adapters, elbows, AAAAAA etc...) by injecting a A AAAAAAAA A liberal amo
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16 Installation Installation Example: Masonry Fireplace Hearth Stove Vertical Cap “L” Vent Cover Plate (non-combustible) Storm Collar Seal the cover plate with silicone. AAAAA AAAA AAAAAAAA AA AAAAA AAAAAAAAAA AAAA Seal each vent section (including AAAA AAAA AA A A AAAAA AAAA adapters, elbows, A AA A AAAA AAAA AAAAAA AAAA A AA A etc...) by injecting a A AA A AAAAAA AA A A AAAAAAA A AA A liberal amount of “L” Vent Flex 500° F. RTV AAAA AAAA AA A A AAAAA AAAA Section silicone into the gap
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Installation 17 Installation Example: Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Hearth Stove Vertical Cap Cover Plate (non-combustible) Storm Collar Seal the cover plate with silicone. “L” Vent Seal each vent AA section (including AA adapters, elbows, etc...) by injecting a AAAA AA AAAA liberal amount of A AA A AA A AA A 500° F. RTV A AA A AA A AA A silicone into the gap AAAA AA AAAA between sections. AAAA AA “L” Vent Flex AAAA AA AAAAA Section Allow room for the AAAA AA AAAAA hopper lid to o
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18 Installation Installation Example: Freestanding Masonry Chimney Vertical Cap “L” Vent Cover Plate (non-combustible) Storm Collar Seal the cover plate with silicone. AAAA AAAA AAAAAAA AA AAAA AAAAAAAAA AA AA AAAA AA AAAA AA AAAA AAA AAAA AAAAAA AAAA AAAA AAAA AAAAAA A A A Seal each vent section (including A AA A AAAA AA AAAA AA AAAAAA A A A adapters, elbows, AAAA AAAA AA AAAA AAAA AAAAAA AAA etc...) by injecting a AAAAAA AAAA AAAA AA AAAAAA liberal amount of 500° F. RTV AAAA AA AAAA AA
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Operation 19 Safety Notice Read this entire manual (especially the "Safety Precautions" on pages 4 and 5) before using this stove. Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. ! Do not unplug the stove to turn it off. This stove relies upon electricity to push the flue gases out the pellet vent – unplugging it may lead to smoke entering your room. ! Failure to maintain your heater will lead to a restricted combustion air system, leading to poo
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s t l e l 20 Operation Loading Pellets Lift the hopper lid to its vertical position. Pour pellets into the hopper until full. NOTE: The hopper holds approximately 115 pounds of pellets. To Close the Hopper Lid: lift the lid, pull this tab forward, then lower the lid down. To Open the Hopper Lid: These notches allow lift the hopper lid from this handle. you to open the hopper lid to the level you wish. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAA Make sure pellets AAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAA AAA
