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PELLET STOVE
EF-IV i
OWNERS TECHNICAL MANUAL
SHERWOOD INDUSTRIES LTD.
6782 OLDFIELD RD
VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA V8M-2A3
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ENVIROFIRE INSTALLATION MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 1) INTRODUCTION PAGE Important Safety Data........................................................... 3 Pellet Quality ........................................................................ 4 Warnings and Recommendations......................................... 5 Automatic Safety Features ................................................... 5 2) OPERATION How to Start Your Pellet Appliance.........................
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IMPORTANT SAFETY DATA To prevent the possibility of a fire, ensure that the appliance is properly installed by adhering to the installation instructions. An ENVIROFIRE dealer will be happy to assist you in obtaining information with regards to your local building codes and installation restrictions. The stove’s exhaust system works with negative combustion chamber pressure and a slightly positive chimney pressure, it is very important to ensure that the exhaust system be sealed and air
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PELLET QUALITY IS IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING PAGE Your pellet stove has been designed to burn wood pellets only. Since there are many manufacturers of wood pellets it is important to select pellets that are free of dirt or any impurities. The Pellet Fuel Industries (P.F.I.) has established standards for wood pellet manufactures. We recommend the use of pellets that meet or exceed these standards. Ask your dealer for a recommended pellet type. THE PERFORMANCE OF YOUR PELLE
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WARNINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS A. Do not abuse the glass by striking or slamming the door shut. B. Do not attempt to operate the stove with broken glass. C. Do not attempt to open the door and clean the glass while the unit is in operation. To clean the glass, use a soft cotton cloth and mild window cleaner, gas or wood stove glass cleaner or take a damp paper towel and dip into the fly ash, this is a very mild abrasive and will not damage the glass. D. Do not use abrasive cleaner
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HOW TO START AND OPERATE YOUR PELLET APPLIANCE 1. Check and fill hopper with pellets. 2. Make sure unit is plugged into a Convection working outlet. Blower Speed Control 3. Switch the power “ON” by pushing the KNOB A start up switch once only. 4. Turn knob “B” to the 12 o’clock Auger Light position. (Lower grade pellets may need a higher setting on the feed rate). NOTE: unit will take longer to Start-up light if the hopper has been completely Switch emptied. 5. Wait until the f
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SLIDER/DAMPER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This is used to regulate the airflow through the pellet stove. A Qualified Service Technician or Installer should set the Slider Damper. The Slider Damper is pre set from the factory. The slider damper will be set and held in place with a 5/16” hex head screw. This screw will be tightened in the middle of the slot located in the slider damper plate. The slider damper is located behind the left side panel. To open the left side panel, undo
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AREAS FOR ROUTINE INSPECTION The following should be inspected periodically to ensure that the appliance is operating at its optimum and giving you excellent heat value: 2 3 DAYS/WEEKLY SEASON or 2 TONS OF FUEL Burn Pot and Liner Exhaust Vent Ash Pan Fresh air Intake Tube Inside Firebox Blower Mechanisms Behind Firebox Liners Heat exchanger tubes Burn Pot and Liner Latch Mechanism of ash pan Door Glass Door Latch Heat exchanger tubes All Hinges Ash pan and Door gaskets Post Seas
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have different ash contents. Ash content is a good indication of fuel efficiency and quality. Refer to “Warnings and Recommendations” for disposal of ashes. BLOWER MECHANISMS ( # 2 SEE PAGE 10) Unplug the stove then open the right/left side panels to access the two blowers. Only the convection blower motor (on the right side of the stove) will require lubrication. The convection motor has two lubrication holes on it. Use two drops of SAE 20, light oil to lubricate every six months.
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Once you are finished using the pellet appliance for the season, unplug the stove for added electrical protection. It is very important that the stove be cleaned and serviced as stated above. (See Section Areas of Routine Inspection) 5 4 2 3 1 ELECTRICAL COMPONENT FUNCTIONS The following is a list of electrical components and their functions on the ENVIROFIRE EF-IVi pellet stove. 1. CONVECTION FAN CONTROLLER This controller is
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11 8 7 9 5 10 14 6. EXHAUST/COMBUSTION BLOWER This variable speed fan (mounted on the left side of the stove) is responsible for drawing the outside fresh air into the combustion chamber for burning. The hot air then continues to be drawn over the heat exchanger tubes and into the exhaust channel. It is then pushed out through the exhaust system. A motor speed controller tied in with the Dial-A-Fire controls the speed of the blower. 7. AUGER MOTOR AND AUGER The 1 rpm auger mo
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12. 160°F (71°C) TEMPERATURE SENSOR When this sensor (located on the left side firewall) reaches 160°F (71°C), the convection blower will go to high, bypassing the fan controller and removing excess heat from the unit. 13. 120°F (49°C) N/O TEMPERATURE SENSOR (SHUT-DOWN SENSOR) This sensor (mounted on the exhaust blower housing) has two functions: - Should the fire go out, this sensor will shut the stove off when the exhaust temperature drops below 120°F (49°C). - When the auger is t
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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” in diameter, or over 28 sq. inches cross sectional area). A
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REMOVING YOUR NEW STOVE FROM IT’S PALLET To remove your new stove from its pallet, open the left and right side panels. There are two wood screws that are holding the bottom of the stove to the pallet. Remove the screws. Close the side panels. See PAGE 18 how to install the pedestal. INSERT MODEL FREE STAND MODEL REMOVE SCREW HERE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS 22” 28 1/2” 21 1/2” 14
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MASONRY FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION, MODEL FPI The Fireplace Insert model includes surround face. (Surround assembly instructions are in this manual). (SEE PAGE 15 in this manual) CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES: Side wall..................................................9” (200 mm) from the body of the heater Facing on masonry fireplace...................9” (200 mm) from the body of the heater Mantle......................................................8” (200 mm) from the body of th
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ASSEMBLING THE FACE PLATE FOR THE FPI MODEL 1. To assemble the surround panels, lay the panels face down on a soft flat surface and align the outer edges of the sides with the top panel. Bolt the sides to the top using the hardware provided. (4 x 1/4” nuts and bolts) 2. Assemble the brass frame using the corner hardware and screws supplied in the face plate packaging. Install corner hardware into the side brass, then push into the top frame. 3. Place the brass frame over the panel a
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FREESTANDING INSTALLATION, MODEL FS CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES This unit must be installed on a noncombustible hearth pad, extending at least 6” (inches) (150 mm) in front of the appliance and at least the entire width of the appliance. -Side wall to unit A- 6 INCHES (150 mm) -Back wall to unit B- 2 INCH (50 mm ) -Corner to unit C- 2 INCH (50 mm ) -Front of hearth pad to unit....D- 6 INCHES (150 mm)(Floor Protection) ALCOVE CLEARANCES Alcove width ...................
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-Side wall to unit .................. E 6 INCHES (152 mm) -Mantle to unit F 10 INCHES (254 mm) -Top facing to unit G 8 INCHES (203 mm) -Side facing to unit H 9 INCHES (228 mm) -Floor protection D 6 INCHES (152 mm) FREESTANDING PEDESTAL INSTALLATION ASSEMBLY: Model FS comes with a pedestal that has to be attached prior to installation: - Remove the pedestal from the box - Remove the ENVIROFIRE unit from the box - Place the ENVIROFIRE unit on its back on the pallet.
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HORIZONTAL EXHAUST THROUGH THE WALL 1. Choose a location for your stove that meets the requirements stated in this manual and allows installation with the least amount of interference to house framing, plumbing, wiring, etc. 2. Install a non-combustible hearth pad (where necessary). 3. Place the appliance 15” (37.5 cm) away from the wall. If the stove is to be set on a hearth pad, set the unit on it. 4. Locate the center of the exhaust pipe on the stove. Extend that line to the wall
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THROUGH WALL INSTALLATION 20
