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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
Ev olution
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 PROPERTY
DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVE
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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 CONTROL BOARD FUNCTIONS: 1. AUGER TRIM: Used to change feed rates on LOW ONLY for poorer quality fuels. Push the Auger Trim button until the number 1 and 5 lights appear on the Heat Level Indicator. This will increase the feed rate to 4 seconds ON time Auger pulse. This is done only on LOW to allow the burning of poor quality fuels. Push the button until the number 1 and 4 lights appear, this will reduce the Auger On time to 2 second. This setting is for high-grade
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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 properly 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 AJAR. 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-pro
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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 Bi-annually or 2 Tons of Fuel B u r n P o t L i ne r Burn Pot and Liner Exhaust Vent Heat Exchanger Tubes Fresh Air Intake Tube A i r I n ta k e Ash Pan Blower Mechanisms T u b e Door Glass Heat Exchanger Tubes I g ni t o r Inside Firebox Behind Firebox Liners Ash Pan and Do
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Routine Cleaning and Maintenance ASH PAN (weekly) This part is located under the burner, in the pedestal, and has a latching mechanism to secure it. To remove the ash pan, open the cover from the right hand side, unlock the latch on the pedestal cover and pull the pan out. Dump the ashes into a metal container stored away from combustibles. Monitor the ash level every week. Remember that different pellet fuels will have different ash contents. Ash content is a good indication of fuel effi
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Routine Cleaning and Maintenance EXHAUST VENT (biannually) This vent should be cleaned every year or after two tons of pellets. We recommend contacting your dealer for professional cleaning. To clean the vent pipe, tap lightly on the pipe to dislodge any loose ash. Open the bottom of the “T” to dump the ash, then vacuum as much of the ash out of the vent pipe as possible. BLOWER MECHANISMS (season) Unplug the stove then open the right and left side panels to access the two blowers. Vacuum
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Installation DECIDING WHERE TO LOCATE YOUR PELLET APPLIANCE: 1. Check clearances to combustibles. 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 an exterior wall behind the unit or connect it to an existing masonry or metal chimney (must be lined if the chimney is over 6” (15 cm) diameter, or over 28 inches² (180 cm²) c
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Installation APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS: � � � � � � � � � � ��� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �� � � � � � ��� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � ��� � � � � ��� � � � � � � � � � � �� � Figure 5: Dimensions of EF5. 12
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� � � � � � � � � � � � Installation CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES: This unit can be installed on a combustible floor due to the built in pedestal hearth pad (for example linoleum, hardwood flooring). If this unit is to be installed onto a carpeted surface, a hearth pad must be used for stability. � � � � � � � � These dimensions are minimum clearances � � but it is recommended that you ensure � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � sufficient room for serving, routine cleaning and maintenance. Side w
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Installation HEARTH PAD PEDESTAL INSTALLATION: Carefully place the back of the pellet appliance on the pallet and install the hearth pad. Align the holes in the hearth pad and the unit and install the four (4) screws provided. Place the unit on its back and install the hearth pad using the four screws provided This unit can be installed on a combustible floor due to the built in pedestal hearth pad (for example linoleum, hardwood flooring). If this unit is to be installed onto a carpeted surfa
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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 9 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 OUTSIDE FRESH-AIR CONNECTION: Outside fresh air is mandatory when installing this unit in airtight homes and mobile homes. � � � � � � � A Fresh-air intake is strongly recommended for all � � � � installations. Failure to install intake air may result in improper combustion as well as the unit smoking during power failures. � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � When connecting to an outside fresh air source, do not use � � � � � � � � � � � plastic or combustible pipe. A 15⁄8” min
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Installation MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION: ● Secure the heater to the floor using the two holes in the pedestal. ● Ensure the unit is electrically grounded to the chassis of your home (permanently). ● Do not install in a room people sleep in. ● Outside fresh air is mandatory. Secure outside air connections directly to fresh air intake pipe and secure with three (3) screws evenly spaced. CAUTION: THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MANUFACTURED HOME FLOOR, E N V I R O E F 5 WALL AND CEILING/ROO
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Installation HORIZONTAL EXHAUST THROUGH WALL INSTALLATION: 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. Where passage through a wall or partition of combustible construction is desired, the installation shall conform to CAN/CSA-B365 Installation Code for Solid-Fuel-Burning Appliances and Equipment. Only use venting of L or PL type
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Installation THROUGH WALL WITH VERTICAL RISE AND HORIZONTAL TERMINATION INSTALLATION- RECOMMENDED: A 45° elbow with a rodent screen may � � � � � � � � � � � be used in place of the termination � � � � � � � � � � � � � � cap (or stainless steel termination hood). � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � Figure 15: Venting horizontally with rise. THROUGH CONCRETE WALL WITH VERTICAL RISE INSTALLATIONS: H o r i zo ntal
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Installation INSIDE VERTICAL INSTALLATIONS: 1. Choose a stove location that is ideal. See the section “DECIDING WHERE TO LOCATE YOUR PELLET APPLIANCE.” 2. Place a non-combustible hearth pad where necessary. 3. Place the unit on the hearth pad (if � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � installed on a carpeted surface) and � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � space the unit in a manner so when � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � the pellet vent is installed vertically, i
