Ashley AP5660L Installation and Operating manual

Installation and Operating Manual

Model AP5660(PE)

Certifi ed for installations in the USA and Canada.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Certified to comply with 2015 particulate emissions standards.

This unit is not intended to be used as a primary source of heat.

SAFETY NOTICE

Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuel-burning room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.

If your heater is not properly installed, a house fi re may result. For everyone’s safety, follow all Installation and Operating

Directions. Never use makeshift compromises during the installation of this appliance.

Contact your local building or fi re offi cials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.

These Pellet Stove Room Heaters have been designed for use in the US and Canada and are suitable for mobile homes.

The French version of this manual is available for download at www.usstove.com.

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United States Stove Company • 227 Industrial Park Road, South Pittsburg, TN 37380 • Phone #: (800) 750-2723

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Safety Precautions

This manual describes the installation and operation of the Ashely, AP5660PE wood heater. This heater meets the 2015

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s crib wood emission limits for wood heaters sold after May 15, 2015. Under specifi c test conditions this heater has been shown to deliver heat at rates ranging from 11,370 to 34,260 Btu/hr.”

 IMPORTANT: Read this entire manual before installing and operating this product. Failure to do so may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Proper installation of this stove is crucial for safe and efficient operation.

 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 of outside air is not required for this unit.

 Contact your local building officials to obtain a permit and information on any additional installation restrictions or inspection requirements in your area.

 Do not throw this manual away. This manual has important operating and maintenance instructions that you will need at a later time. Always follow the instructions in this manual.

 This appliance is designed for the use of pelletized fuel that meet or exceed the standard set by the Pellet Fuel Institute(PFI), The use of other fuels will void warranty.

 Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or ’freshen up’ a fire in this stove. Keep all such liquids well away from the stove while it is in use.

 A working smoke detector must be installed in the same room as this product.

 Install a smoke detector on each floor of your home; incase of accidental fire from any cause it can provide time for escape.

 The smoke detector must be installed at least 15 feet (4,57 M) from the appliance in order to prevent undue triggering of the detector when reloading.

 Do not unplug the stove if you suspect a malfunction. Turn the

ON/OFF SWITCH to ”OFF’ and contact your dealer.

 Your stove requires periodic maintenance and cleaning (see

”MAINTENANCE ”). Failure to maintain your stove may lead to improper and/or unsafe operation.

 Disconnect the power cord before performing any maintenance!

NOTE: Turning the ON/OFF Switch to ”OFF” does not disconnect all power to the electrical components of the stove.

 Never try to repair or replace any part of the stove unless instructions for doing so are given in this manual. All other work should be done by a trained technician.

 Do not operate your stove with the viewing door open. The auger will not feed pellets under these circumstances and a safety concern may arise from sparks or fumes entering the room.

 Allow the stove to cool before performing any maintenance or cleaning. Ashes must be disposed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible surface or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal.

 The exhaust system should be checked monthly during the burning season for any build-up of soot or creosote.

 Do not touch the hot surfaces of the stove. Educate all children on the dangers of a high-temperature stove. Young children should be supervised when they are in the same room as the stove.

 The hopper and stove top will be hot during operation; therefore, you should always use some type of hand protection when refueling your stove.

 A power surge protector is required. This unit must be plugged into a 110 - 120V, 60 Hz grounded electrical outlet. Do not use an adapter plug or sever the grounding plug. Do not route the electrical cord underneath, in front of, or over the heater. Do not route the cord in foot traffic areas or pinch the cord under furniture.

 The heater will not operate during a power outage. If a power outage does occur, check the heater for smoke spillage and open a window if any smoke spills into the room.

 The feed door must be closed and sealed during operation.

 Never block free airflow through the open vents of the unit.

 Keep foreign objects out of the hopper.

 The moving parts of this stove are propelled by high torque electric motors. Keep all body parts away from the auger while the stove is plugged into an electrical outlet. These moving parts may begin to move at any time while the stove is plugged in.

 Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near this stove.

 When installed in a mobile home, the stove must be grounded directly to the steel chassis and bolted to the floor. WARNING—

THIS UNIT MUST NOT BE INSTALLED IN THE BEDROOM

(per HUD requirements). CAUTION—THE STRUCTURAL

INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME FLOOR, WALL, AND

CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED.

 This appliance is not intended for commercial use.

 CAUTION: Burning fuel creates carbon monoxide and can be hazardous to your health if not properly vented.

* This appliance is a freestanding heater. It is not intended to be attached to any type of ducting. It is not a furnace.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION CARD

Name__________________________________________ Telephone #: (_____)_____________

City____________________________________________ State_______ Zip_________________

Email Address __________________________________________________________________

Model # of Unit________________________________ Serial #___________________________

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City____________________________________________ State_______ Zip_________________

If internet purchase, please list website address___________________________________

Date of Purchase _______________________________________________________________

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I have read the owner’s manual that accompanies this unit and fully understand the: of my new USSC appliance.

Print Name Signature Date

Please attach a copy of your purchase receipt.

Warranty not valid without a Proof of Purchase.

Warranty information must be received within 30 days of original purchase.

Detach this page from this manual, fold in half with this page to the inside and tape together. Apply a stamp and mail to the address provided. You may use an envelope if you choose.

You may register online by going to www.usstove.com

All information submitted will be kept strictly confi dential. Information provided will not be sold for advertising purposes.

Contact information will be used solely for the purpose of product notifi cations.

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United States Stove Company

P.O. Box 151

South Pittsburg, TN 37380

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SPECIFICATIONS

HEATING SPECIFICATIONS

Fuel Burn Rate* (lowest setting)

Burn Time (lowest setting)

Hopper Capacity

BTU’S

5.1 lbs./hr.

32hrs. (approximate)

80 lbs.

43,900 per hour

* Pellet size may effect the actual rate of fuel feed and burn times. Fuel feed rates may vary by as much as 20%. Use PFI listed fuel for best results.

DIMENSIONS

Height

Width

Depth

Weight

37 in. (942 mm)

24.25 in. (615.9mm)

26.19 in. (665.2 mm)

270 lbs. (kg)

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Rating

Watts (operational)

Watts (igniter running)

115-120 volts, 60 HZ, 3.0 Amps

180W

346W

This manual describes the installation and operation of the United States Stove

Company Model 5660 pellet stove. This heater meets the 2015 U.S. Environmental

Protection Agency’s crib wood emission limits for woodheaters sold after May 15,

2015. Under specifi c EPA test conditions burning Douglas Fir dimensional lumber this heater has been shown to deliver heat at a rate of 11,370 to 34,260 Btu/hr. This heater achieved a particulate emissions rate of 1.92 g/hr when tested to method ASTM

E 2779 / EPA Method 28R.

Report No. 0215PS032E

FUEL CONSIDERATIONS

Your pellet stove is designed and tested with premium grade pellets that comply with Pellet Fuels Institute(PFI) standards. You can only burn premium grade pellets in this pellet heater. (Minimum of 40 lbs density per cubic ft, 1/4” to 5/16” diameter, length no greater than 1.5”, not less than 8,200 BTU/lb, moisture under 8% by weight, ash under 1% by weight, and salt under 300 parts per million). Pellets that are soft, contain excessive amounts of loose sawdust, have been, or are wet, will result in reduced performance and may cause damage to your heater. Store your pellets in a dry place.

DO NOT store the fuel within the installation clearances of the unit or within the space required for refueling and ash removal. Doing so could result in a house fi re.

Do not overfi re or use volatile fuels or combustibles, doing so may cause a personal and property damage hazards.

SAFETY AND EPA COMPLIANCE

Your pellet stove has been approved for installation in the USA and Canada. It may also be installed in a manufactured or mobile home.

Your stove conforms to ASTM E 1509, 2012, and Certifi ed to ULC S627, 2000, and(UM) 84-HUD by INTERTEK Testing Services in

Fairview, Oregon USA.

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INSTALLATION OPTIONS

Read this entire manual before you install and use your pellet stove. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death!

(See specifi c installation details for clearances and other installation requirements)

A Freestanding Unit—supported by pedestal/legs and placed on a non-combustible fl oor surface in compliance with clearance requirements for a freestanding stove installation.

An Alcove Unit—supported by pedestal/legs and placed on a non-combustible fl oor surface in compliance with clearance requirements for an alcove installation.

Your pellet stove may be installed to code in either a conventional or mobile home (see SPECIAL MOBILE HOME

REQUIREMENTS). The installation must comply with the Manufactured Home and Safety Standard (HUD), CFR3280, Part 24.

It is recommended that only a authorized technician install your pellet stove, preferably an NFI certifi ed specialist.

DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.

The use of other components other than stated herein could cause bodily harm, heater damage, and void your warranty.

IMPROPER INSTALLATION: The manufacturer will not be held responsible for damage caused by the malfunction of a stove due to improper venting or installation. Call (800) 750-2723 and/or consult a professional installer if you have any questions.

CLEARANCES

Your pellet stove has been tested and listed for installation in residential, mobile home, and alcove applications in accordance with the clearances given. For safety reasons, please adhere to the installation clearances and restrictions. Any reduction in clearance to combustibles may only be done by means approved by a regulatory authority.

INSTALL ALL VENTS AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER

When your Pellet Stove Room Heater is being installed on a combustible fl oor it is mandatory that a 1/2” (13mm) thick non-combustible hearth pad be installed under the heater. The non-combustible hearth pad must extend at least 6” beyond the fuel loading and ash removal openings and at least the depth of the heater plus 6 inches (152mm) out in front of the heater. The fl oor protector must extend 2” (51mm) beyond each side of the exhaust vent. This applies to both freestanding heaters and insert heaters.

2”

BACK WALL

2”

6”

FLOOR

PROTECTION

USA 6”

CANADA 8”

USA 6”

CANADA 18”

FLOOR PROTECTION

Alcove Dimensions

36”

35”

USA 6”

CANADA 8”

USA 6”

CANADA 18”

40”

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FLOOR PROTECTION

This heater must have a non-combustible fl oor protector (ember protection) installed beneath it if the fl oor is of combustible material. If a fl oor pad is used, it should be UL listed or equal. The fl oor pad or non-combustible surface should be large enough to cover at least the area under the product and 6 in. (152 mm) beyond the front and beyond each side of the fuel loading and ash removal openings. Your heater will need a minimum 31” x 38” fl oor protector. Floor protection must extend under and 2 in. (50.8mm) to each side of the chimney tee for an interior vertical installation (see FIGURE 2).

Canadian Installations require a minimum of 450 mm [17.7”] beyond the front of the unit and 200mm [7.8”] beyond each side of the unit. A Floor Protector of ¼ inch thick is recommended for this installation.

THROUGH THE WALL INSTALLATION INTERIOR VERTICAL INSTALLATION

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Installation

VENTING REQUIREMENTS

Install vent at clearances specifi ed by the vent manufacturer.

Do not connect the pellet vent to a vent serving any other appliance or stove.

Do not install a fl ue damper in the exhaust venting system of this unit.

The following installation guidelines must be followed to ensure conformity with both the safety listing of this stove and to local building codes. Do not use makeshift methods or compromise in the installation.

IMPORTANT! This unit is equipped with a negative draft system that pulls air through the burn pot and pushes the exhaust out of the dwelling. If this unit is connected to a fl ue system other than the way explained in this manual, it will not function properly.

MAXIMUM VENTING DISTANCE

Installation MUST include at least 3-feet of vertical pipe outside the home. This will create some natural draft to reduce the possibility of smoke or odor during appliance shutdown and keep exhaust from causing a nuisance or hazard by exposing people or shrubs to high temperatures. The maximum recommend vertical venting height is 12-feet for 3-inch type “PL” vent.

Total length of horizontal vent must not exceed 4-feet. This could cause back pressure. Use no more than 180 degrees of elbows (two 90-degree elbows, or two 45-degree and one 90-degree elbow, etc.) to maintain adequate draft.

IMPORTANCE OF PROPER DRAFT

Draft is the force which moves air from the appliance up through the chimney. The amount of draft in your chimney depends on the length of the chimney, local geography, nearby obstructions and other factors. Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures in the appliance. Inadequate draft may cause backpuffi ng into the room and ‘plugging’ of the chimney.

Inadequate draft will cause the appliance to leak smoke into the room through appliance and chimney connector joints.

An uncontrollable burn or excessive temperature indicates excessive draft.

Take into account the chimney’s location to insure it is not too close to neighbors or in a valley which may cause unhealthy or nuisance conditions.

PELLET VENT TYPE

A UL listed 3-inch or 4-inch type “PL” pellet vent exhaust system must be used for installation and attached to the pipe connector provided on the back of the stove (use a 3-inch to 4-inch adapter for 4-inch pipe). Connection at back of stove must be sealed using Hi-Temp RTV. Use 4-inch vent if the vent height is over 12-feet or if the installation is over 2,500 feet above sea level.

We recommend the use of Simpson Dura-Vent® or Metal-Fab® pipe (if you use other pipe, consult your local building codes and/or building inspectors). Do not use Type-B Gas Vent pipe or galvanized pipe with this unit. The pellet vent pipe is designed to disassemble for cleaning and should be checked several times during the burning season. Pellet vent pipe is not furnished with the unit and must be purchased separately.

PELLET VENT INSTALLATION

The installation must include a clean-out tee to enable collection of fl y ash and to permit periodic cleaning of the exhaust system. 90-degree elbows accumulate fl y ash and soot thereby reducing exhaust fl ow and performance of the stove. Each elbow or tee reduces draft potential by 30% to 50%.

All joints in the vent system must be fastened by at least 3 screws, and all joints must be sealed with Hi-Temp RTV silicone sealant to be airtight. The area where the vent pipe penetrates to the exterior of the home must be sealed with silicone or other means to maintain the vapor barrier between the exterior and the interior of the home.

Vent surfaces can get hot enough to cause burns if touched by children. Noncombustible shielding or guards may be required.

PELLET VENT TERMINATION

Do not terminate the vent in an enclosed or semi-enclosed area, such as; carport, garage, attic, crawl space, under a sundeck or porch, narrow walkway, or any other location that can build up a concentration of fumes. Termination in one of these areas can also lead to unpredictable pressure situations with the appliance, and could result in improper performance and/or malfunction

The termination must exhaust above the outside air inlet elevation.

The termination must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other materials.

Do not terminate the venting into an existing steel or masonry chimney.

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VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES

A. Minimum 4-foot (1.22m) clearance below or beside any door or window that opens.

B. Minimum 1-foot (0.3m) clearance above any door or window that opens.

C. Minimum 3-foot (0.91m) clearance from any adjacent building.

D. Minimum 7-foot (2.13m) clearance from any grade when adjacent to public walkways.

E. Minimum 2-foot (0.61m) clearance above any grass, plants, or other combustible materials.

F. Minimum 3-foot (0.91m) clearance from an forced air intake of any appliance.

G. Minimum 2-foot (0.61m) clearance below eves or overhang.

H. Minimum 1-foot (0.3m) clearance horizontally from combustible wall.

I. Must be a minimum of 3 foot (0.091m) above the roof and 2 foot (0.61m) above the highest point or the roof within 10 feet (3.05m).

G

VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES

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Assembly Instructions

STEP 1

Pull the factory installed wires out of the top of the stove.

There will be two wire harnesses, ash shown.

STEP 2

Unpack the top mount controls and ensure that the wiring harness shown is attached securely.

STEP 3

Connect the factory installed wiring harnesses to the control panel as shown.

STEP 4

Attach the control panel to the top of the stove, as shown.

STEP 5

Secure with two sheet metal screws.

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You have already made the important decision of choosing your U.S. Stove Pellet Burning Room Heater; now your next step is to determine where to install your new pellet stove heater. To get the most effi cient use of re-circulated heat, you should consider a room that is centrally located within your home. Choose a room that is large and open.

It is Extremely Important to maintain proper clearances from any combustible surfaces or materials in the room where your heater will be located. You can fi nd proper clearance measurements on page 12 of this manual and on the rating label of your pellet stove.

The pellet stove can be vented through an exterior wall or into an existing masonry or metal chimney. The chimney must be lined if it is over 6” (150mm) in diameter or if it has a cross-sectional area of over 28 square inches (711mm2).

Venting can pass through the ceiling and roof if approved pipe is used. Where passage through a wall, or partition of combustible construction is desired, the installation must conform to CAN/CSA-B365.

DO NOT OBTAIN COMBUSTION AIR FROM THE ATTIC,

GARAGE OR ANY OTHER UNVENTILATED AREA. YOU

MAY OBTAIN COMBUSTION AIR FROM A VENTILATED

CRAWL SPACE.

DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE EXHAUST

VENTING SYSTEM OF THIS UNIT.

DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE

SERVING ANOTHER HEATER, FURNACE OR APPLIANCE.

INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE

VENT MANUFACTURER.

ONLY USE APPROVED MATERIAL FOR INSTALLATION,

FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE,

BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.

This appliance is certifi ed for use with listed 3 inch or 4 inch

“PL” or “L” pellet venting products as well as Selkirk’s Direct-

Temp Vent system for pellet burning appliances. The use of other components other than stated herein could cause bodily harm, heater damage, and void your warranty.

HORIZONTAL EXHAUST VENT INSTALLATION

1. Locate your pellet stove in a location which meets the requirements of this manual, but in an area where it does not interfere with the house framing, wiring, etc.

2. Install a non-combustible hearth pad underneath the pellet stove. This pad should extend at least 6” (152mm) in front of the unit.

3. Place the pellet stove approximately 15” (381mm) away from the interior wall.

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4. Locate the center of the exhaust pipe of your unit. This point should then be extended to the interior wall of your house. Once you have located the center point, on the interior wall, cut a 7” (175mm) diameter hole through the wall.

5. The next step is to install the wall thimble, refer to the instructions which come with the wall thimble for this step.

6. Install the appropriate length of exhaust vent pipe into the wall thimble. See steps 11 and 12 when determining the correct length of exhaust vent to use.

7. Outside Fresh Air is Mandatory when installing this pellet stove room heater in airtight homes and

mobile homes. Be sure that the outside air vent has an approved cap on it to prevent rodents from entering.

Be sure to install in location that won’t become blocked with snow, etc.

8. The air intake pipe is equipped with a butterfl y valve that is preset to maximum air intake. For optimum operating efficiency you may calibrate the butterfly valve to provide less intake air. Caution: Too much

restriction on the intake air will cause dirtier burn, therefore, will require more frequent cleaning.

9. Connect the exhaust vent pipe to the exhaust outlet of your pellet stove.

10. Secure all vent joint connections with 3 screws. Seal the exhaust vent joint connections with high temperature silicone sealant.

11. Push the unit straight back to the interior wall, being sure to maintain the minimum clearances to combustibles

6” (152mm) to the back of the unit. Seal the annular space of the wall thimble and around the vent pipe with high temperature silicone sealant.

12. The exhaust vent pipe must extend at least 12” (300mm) out past the exterior wall. Seal the annular space of the wall thimble and around the vent pipe with high temperature silicone sealant.

13. Install an approved horizontal termination cap or if necessary install a 90° elbow and appropriate length of vertical venting. An approved vertical vent cap is recommended.

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HORIZONTAL EXHAUST VENT INSTALLATION

Listed Horizontal Cap

Exhaust Vent

Wall Thimble Mfg.

by Pellet Vent Mfg.

Figure 8

Combustion Air Intake with approved cap

6” (152mm)

Clearance to

Combustibles

Floor Protector

6” (152mm) Clearance

Front

Figure 9

6” (152 mm)

Non-Combustible

Floor Protection

6” (152 mm) Clearance

Wall to Back of Unit

Existing Floor

(Combustible)

Wall Thimble

Exhaust Vent

45 Elbow or Listed Termination

Rodent Mesh Cap

Combustion Air

Intake with approved cap

12” (300mm)

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FREESTANDING INTERIOR VERTICAL INSTALLATION

1. Locate your Pellet Stove Room Heater in a location which meets the requirements of this manual, but in an area where it does not interfere with the house framing, wiring, etc.


3. Place your Pellet Stove Room Heater on the hearth pad and locate the unit in a manner that will leave the exhaust vent with a minimum of 3” (75mm) clearance to any combustible wall.

4. When installing the air intake, locate the center of the combustion air intake pipe at the back of your unit. Line up the center with the same spot on your exterior wall and cut a 2-1/2” (64mm) diameter hole through the wall.

5. Install the combustion air intake pipe.


7. Install a tee, with a cleanout, on the exhaust pipe found at the rear of your unit.

8. Install approved vent upward through the ceiling. When you pass through the combustible framing ensure that the appropriate ceiling fi re stop is used. You must maintain a minimum 3” (75mm) clearance to combustibles and keep any insulation away from the exhaust vent.

9. Extend the exhaust vent through the roof fl ashing and ensure that the vertical cap is approximately 36” (900mm) above the roof.

Listed Termination

Figure 10

Flashing

36” (900 mm)

3” (75 mm) Clearance to Combustibles

3” (75 mm)

Tee with

Cleanout

6” (150 mm)

6” (150 mm)

Non-Combustible

Floor Protection

Existing Combustible

Floor

Combustion Air

Intake with approved cap

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FREESTANDING EXTERIOR VERTICAL INSTALLATION

1. Locate your Pellet Stove Room Heater in a location which meets the requirements of this manual, but in an area where it does not interfere with the house framing, wiring, etc.


3. Place your Pellet Stove Room Heater on the hearth pad and locate the unit in a manner that will leave the exhaust vent with a minimum of 3” (75mm) clearance to any combustible wall.

4. If installing the optional air intake, locate the center of the combustion air intake pipe at the back of your unit. Line up the center with the same spot on your exterior wall and cut a 2-1/2” (64mm) diameter hole through the wall.


6. Locate the center of the exhaust pipe, at the back of the unit. Line up the center with the same spot on the exterior wall a cut a 7” (178mm) diameter hole through the wall.

7. Install the wall thimble; (refer to the instructions which come with the wall thimble).

8. Install an approved exhaust vent through the wall; be sure to make sure that 3” (75mm) clearances to combustibles are maintained.


10. Install a Tee with a cleanout on the end of the exhaust pipe and then install approved venting upward from there.

Be sure to install support brackets every 5’ (1525cm) to keep the venting straight and secure.

11. Extend the exhaust vent through the roof fl ashing and ensure that the vertical cap is approximately 36” (900mm) above the roof.

Listed Termination

Figure 11

Flashing

36” (900 mm)

6” (150 mm)

Clearance

Wall Thimble

3” (75 mm)

Clearance

Tee w/ Cleanout

6” (150mm)

Non-Combustible

Floor Protection

Existing Combustible

Floor

Support Bracket

Combustion Air Intake with approved cap

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SELKIRK DIRECT-TEMP VENT SYSTEM FOR PELLET STOVE HEATERS

Images courtesy of Selkirk

UP AND OUT HORIZONTAL TERMINATION KIT STRAIGHT OUT HORIZONTAL TERMINATION KIT

STRAIGHT OUT HORIZONTAL TERMINATION KIT

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Mobile Home Installation

Mobile home installation should be done in accordance with the Manufactured Home and Safety Standard (HUD), CFR 3280,

Part 24. Canadian installations require that the heater must be connected to a 3 or 4 inch, factory-built chimney conforming to CAN/ULC-S629. See the installation illustrations in this manual for minimum height above the roof. U.S. Stove suggests the use of Selkirk’s Pellet Venting Products. Refer to their installation instructions for proper installation of the exhaust and combustion air intake. The chimney installation must allow for removal in case of mobile home transportation, especially outside connections. You may contact your local building authority or person having jurisdiction on height restrictions.

In order for this unit to be installed in a mobile home the following criteria must be met:

The unit must be secured to the fl oor using lag bolts in the holes provided in the pedestal base.

Ensure that the unit is permanently electrically grounded to the chassis of your home with 18 gauge copper wire.

All exhaust systems must have a spark arrestor.

IT IS MANDATORY TO TAKE THE COMBUSTION AIR FROM THE OUTSIDE WHEN INSTALLING THIS UNIT IN AIR

TIGHT OR MANUFACTURED/MOBILE HOMES.

CAUTION: THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MANUFACTURED HOME FLOOR, WALL, AND CEILING/ROOF

MUST BE MAINTAINED. MAKE SURE TO MAINTAIN AN EFFECTIVE VAPOR BARRIER BY SEALING WITH SILICONE

WHERE THE CHIMNEY OR OTHER COMPONENTS PENETRATE TO THE EXTERIOR OF THE STRUCTURE. REFER

TO AND FOLLOW THE CHIMNEY MANUFACTURER’S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN SLEEPING ROOM.

Figure 15

HEARTH PAD

FLOORING

16

STEEL FRAME

GROUND WIRE, DIRECTLY

TO METAL CHASSIS

1/4” LAG BOLTS,

SECURELY FASTENED

NOTE: Only the freestanding model is approved for installation into a mobile home.

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SELKIRK DIRECT-TEMP VENT SYSTEM FOR PELLET STOVE HEATERS

Images courtesy of Selkirk

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Control Panel

PANEL CONTROLS

The blowers and automatic fuel supply are controlled from a panel on the top of the stove. The control panel functions are a follows.

A. ON/OFF SWITCH (“POWER” BUTTON)

When pushed, the stove will automatically ignite. No other fi re starter is necessary. The igniter will stay on for at least

10 and up to 12 minutes, depending on when Proof of Fire is reached. The fi re should start in approximately 5 minutes.

The red light located above the “POWER” button will turn green when pressed and remain green until the stove is turned off.

After pushing “POWER”, the auger motor is on for 3.5 minutes, off for 1 minute. During the remainder of the start-up period, the auger motor operates on the heat range “1” setting.

During start up the heat level advance (Up and Down keys) will change the heat range indicator level accordingly, but there is no change in the stoves operating conditions until start-up is completed.

During start-up ignition must occur within 12 minutes or the stove will error out and show E4.

During the start-up phase, the Mode key does not function.

B. LEVEL / TEMP ARROW BUTTONS

These buttons when pushed will set the pellet feed rate, hence the heat output or heat range of your stove.

The levels of heat output will incrementally change on the bar graph starting from heat range “1” to heat range “5”.

D. MODE (M/T) BUTTON

The Mode of the stove can be switched between manual and controlled with a Thermostat. Separate LEDs to the left of the two digit display indicate the mode of operation – Manual or

T-Stat. The stove has to be in normal operation to be switched from Manual to T-Stat mode.

Manual mode operates according to the 5 set levels of feed on the bar graph from heat range “1” to heat range “5”.

T-Stat mode works as follows:

The stove has a built in Thermostat into the controls of the appliance. The temperature sensor for the T-Stat is located on the back of the stove behind the display board.

Once the stove has gone into run mode the stove can be switch into T-Stat mode.

The Up and Down Level / Temp Arrow buttons are used to change the desired set-point temperature. Once the desired temperature is reached the two digit display will fl ash for four seconds and reset to the actual room temperature.

Once the stove reaches within 3°F of the desired temperature set point, it returns to the heat range that the stove was set on before it was switched to T-Stat mode (if the stove was running on heat range “5” when switched to T-stat mode when it gets within 3°F of the set point it will return to heat range “5”).

Once the stove reaches the desired set-point, the stove will drop to heat range “1”.

When room temperature drops below desired set-point the stove will ramp back up until it reaches the desired temperature.

C. °C / °F BUTTON

The °C / °F button changes the two digit display from degrees Celsius to degrees Fahrenheit.

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• DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO START

THE FIRE - Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a fi re in this stove. Keep all such liquids well away from the stove while it is in use.

• HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. KEEP CHILDREN,

CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY

CAUSE SKIN BURNS.

This heater is designed to burn only PFI Premium grade pellets. This appliance can also burn pellets rated as standard after May 16, 2015

1. Garbage;

2. Lawn clippings or yard waste;

3. Materials containing rubber, including tires;

4. Materials containing plastic;

5. Waste petroleum products, paints or paint thinners, or asphalt products;

6. Materials containing asbestos;

7. Construction or demolition debris;

8. Railroad ties or pressure-treated wood;

9. Manure or animal remains;

10. Salt water driftwood or other previously salt water saturated materials;

11. Unseasoned wood; or

12. Paper products, cardboard, plywood, or particleboard.

The prohibition against burning these materials does not prohibit the use of fi re starters made from paper, cardboard, saw dust, wax and similar substances for the purpose of starting a fi re in an affected wood heater.

DO NOT BURN:

Burning these materials may result in release of toxic fumes or render the heater ineffective and cause smoke.

Operation

Binders – Some pellets are produced with materials to hold the together, or “bind” them.

High ash content – Poor quality pellets will often create smoke and dirty glass. They will create a need for more frequent maintenance. You will have to empty the burn pot plus vacuum the entire system more often. Poor quality pellets could damage the auger. We cannot accept responsibility for damage due to poor quality pellet.

PRE-START-UP CHECK

Remove burn pot, making sure it is clean and none of the air holes are plugged. Clean the fi rebox, and then reinstall burn pot. Clean door glass if necessary (a dry cloth or paper towel is usually suffi cient). Never use abrasive cleaners on the glass or door. Check fuel in the hopper, and refi ll if necessary.

BUILDING A FIRE

Never use a grate or other means of supporting the fuel.

Use only the burn pot supplied with this heater.

Hopper lid must be closed in order for the unit to feed pellets.

During the start-up period:

1. Make sure burn pot is free of pellets.

2. DO NOT open the viewing door.

3. DO NOT open the damper, the damper needs to be closed during start up.

4. DO NOT add pellets to the burn pot by hand.

NOTE: During the fi rst few fi res, your stove will emit an odor as the high temperature paint cures or becomes seasoned to the metal. Maintaining smaller fi res will minimize this. Avoid placing items on stove top during this period because paint could be affected.

Attempts to achieve heat output rates that exceed heater design specifi cations can result in permanent damage to the heater.

PROPER FUEL

THIS STOVE IS APPROVED FOR BURNING PELLETIZED

WOOD FUEL ONLY! Factory-approved pellets are those 1/4” or 5/16” in diameter and not over 1” long. Longer or thicker pellets sometimes bridge the auger fl ights, which prevents proper pellet feed. Burning wood in forms other than pellets is not permitted. It will violate the building codes for which the stove has been approved and will void all warranties. The design incorporates automatic feed of the pellet fuel into the fi re at a carefully prescribed rate. Any additional fuel introduced by hand will not increase heat output but may seriously impair the stoves performance by generating considerable smoke.

Do not burn wet pellets. The stove’s performance depends heavily on the quality of your pellet fuel. Avoid pellet brands that display these characteristics:

Excess Fines – “Fines” is a term describing crushed pellets or loose material that looks like sawdust or sand. Pellets can be screened before being placed in hopper to remove most fi nes.

THE HOTROD AUTOMATIC FIRESTARTER

Fill hopper and clean burn pot.

Press “On/Off” button. Make sure green light comes on.

The damper should be completely closed or open no more than ¼ of the way during start-up. This will vary depending on your installation and elevation. Once fi re is established adjust for desired fl ame increasing the amount the damper is open as the heat setting is increased. (See “DAMPER CONTROL”)

Adjust feed rate to desired setting by pressing “Heat Level

Advance” button.

If fi re doesn’t start in 12 minutes, press “On/Off”, wait a few minutes, clear the burn pot, and start procedure again.

DAMPER CONTROL

The damper control lever is located on the back of the stove on the lower left side. The dampener adjusts the combustion air. This control is necessary due to the varied burn characteristics of individual installations, different pellet brands and pellet feed rates. It allows you to improve the

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Operation effi ciency of your stove. Providing correct combustion air will reduce the frequency of cleaning your glass door and prevent the rapid buildup of creosote inside your stove and chimney.

You should adjust the damper based on the fire’s appearance. A low, reddish, dirty fi re can be improved by turning the dampener slightly to the right. A “blow torch” fi re can be improved by turning the dampener to the left a little bit.

As a general rule, on lower feed rate settings, the damper should be farther to the left closing it off. On higher feed rates, the damper should be open more by having it set more towards the right. Through trial and error, you will fi nd the best setting. Consult your dealer if you need help.

NOTE: On heat range “1”, damper should be either completely closed or open no more than a ¼ of the way. If damper is open to far, it can cause the fi re to go out.

OPENING DOOR

If the door is opened while the stove is in operation it must be closed within 30 seconds or the stove will shut down. If the stove shuts down push the “On/Off” button to re-start your stove. The stove will have to fully shut down and turn off before you will be able to restart the stove.

SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE

Turning your stove off is a matter of pressing the “POWER” button on the display board. The green light will turn back to red when the “POWER” button is pushed. The auger motor will stop, and the blowers will continue to operate until the internal fi rebox temperatures have fallen to a preset level.

WARNING: Never shut down this unit by unplugging it from the power source.

1. Your stove is equipped with a high temperature thermodisc.

This unit has a manual reset thermodisc. This safety switch has two functions.

A. To recognize an overheat situation in the stove and shut down the fuel feed or auger system.

B. In case of a malfunctioning convection blower, the high-temperature thermodisc will automatically shut down the auger, preventing the stove from overheating.

ROOM AIR FAN

When starting your stove the Room Air Fan will not come on until the stove’s heat exchanger warms up. This usually takes about 10 minutes from start-up.

IF STOVE RUNS OUT OF PELLETS

NOTE: On some units, once tripped, like a circuit breaker, the reset button will have to be pushed before restarting your stove. On other units the thermodisc has no reset button and will reset itself once the stove has cooled. The manufacturer recommends that you call your dealer if this occurs as this may indicate a more serious problem. A service call may be required.

2. If the combustion blower fails, an air pressure switch will automatically shut down the auger.

The fi re goes out and the auger motor and blowers will run until the stove cools. This will take 30 minutes or longer depending on the heat remaining in the appliance. After the stove components stop running all lights on the display will go out and the two digit display will begin fl ashing “E3”

NOTE: Opening the stove door for more than 30 seconds during operation will cause enough pressure change to activate the air switch, shutting the fuel feed off. The stove will shut down and show “E2” on the two digit display. The stove has to fully shut down before restarting.

REFUELING

• The hopper and stove top will be hot during operation; therefore, you should always use some type of hand protection when refueling your stove.

• Never place your hand near the auger while the stove is in operation.

We recommend that you not let the hopper drop below ¼ full.

KEEP HOPPER LID CLOSED AT ALL TIMES EXCEPT

WHEN REFILLING. DO NOT OVERFILL HOPPER.

TAMPER WARNING

This wood heater has a manufacturer-set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal regulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.

VISIBLE SMOKE

The amount of visible smoke being produced can be an effective method of determining how effi ciently the combustion process is taking place at the given settings. Visible smoke consist of unburned fuel and moisture leaving your stove.

Learn to adjust the air settings of your specifi c unit to produce the smallest amount of visible smoke. Wood that has not been seasoned properly and has a high wood moisture content will produce excess visible smoke and burn poorly.

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EXHAUST SYSTEM

Maintenance

• Failure to clean and maintain this unit as indicated can result in poor performance and safety hazards.

• Unplug your stove’s electrical cord prior to removing the back panel or opening the exhaust system for any inspection, cleaning, or maintenance work.

• Never perform any inspections, cleaning, or maintenance on a hot stove.

• Do not operate stove with broken glass, leakage of fl ue gas may result.

• Attempts to achieve heat output rates that exceed heater design specifi cations can result in permanent damage to the heater.

If a vacuum is used to clean your stove, we suggest using a vacuum designed for ash removal. Some regular vacuum cleaner (i.e. shop vacs) may leak ash into the room.

DO NOT VACUUM HOT ASH

CHECK AND CLEAN THE HOPPER

Check the hopper periodically to determine if there is any sawdust (fi nes) that is building up in the feed system or pellets that are sticking to the hopper surface. Clean as needed.

DOOR AND GLASS GASKETS

Inspect the main door and glass window gaskets periodically.

The main door may need to be removed to have frayed, broken, or compacted gaskets replaced by your authorized dealer. This unit’s door uses a 3/4” diameter rope gasket.

Creosote Formation – When any wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney fl ue or a newly started fi re or from a slow-burning fi re. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the fl ue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fi re, which may damage the chimney or even destroy the house. Despite their high effi ciency, pellet stoves can accumulate creosote under certain conditions.

Fly Ash – This accumulates in the horizontal portion of an exhaust run. Though non-combustible, it may impede the normal exhaust fl ow. It should therefore be periodically removed.

Inspection and Removal – The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected by a qualifi ed person annually or per ton of pellets to determine if a creosote or fl y ash buildup has occurred. If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire. Inspect the system at the stove connection and at the chimney top.

Cooler surfaces tend to build creosote deposits quicker, so it is important to check the chimney from the top as well as from the bottom. The creosote should be removed with a brush specifi cally designed for the type of chimney in use. A qualifi ed chimney sweep can perform this service. It is also recommended that before each heating season the entire system be professionally inspected, cleaned and, if necessary, repaired. To clean the chimney, disconnect the vent from the stove.

INTERIOR CHAMBERS

• Burn Pot: Periodically remove and clean the burn pot and the area inside the burn pot housing. In particular, it is advisable to clean out the holes in the burn pot to remove any build up that may prevent air from moving through the burn pot freely.

• Heat Exchanger: There is a clean out plate on both sides of the heat exchanger that need to be removed to clean fl y ash out of the heat exchanger. The cleanouts are located inside the cabinet doors, on the lower front corners of the heat exchanger.

BLOWER MOTORS

Clean the air holes on the motors of both the exhaust and distribution blowers annually. Remove the exhaust blower from the exhaust duct and clean out the internal fan blades as part of your fall start-up.

PAINTED SURFACES

Painted surfaces may be wiped down with a damp cloth.

If scratches appear, or you wish to renew your paint, contact your authorized dealer to obtain a can of suitable hightemperature paint.

GLASS - CLEANING, REMOVAL AND

REPLACEMENT OF BROKEN DOOR GLASS

Cleaning - We recommend using a high quality glass cleaner. Should a buildup of creosote or carbon accumulate, you may wish to use 000 steel wool and water to clean the glass. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners. DO NOT perform the cleaning while the glass is HOT. ,

In the event you need to replace the glass, Do not attempt to operate the unit with broken glass. Replacement glass may be purchased from your U.S. Stove Pellet Burning Room Heater

Dealer. If glass is broken, follow these removal procedures:

Replacement glass must be 0.197” thick tempered ceramic glass with a working service temperature of 1400 deg. F.

Center Glass size: 10” x 10.67” Side glass size: 4” x 10.67”

1. Once the heater has cooled, remove the door from the heater.

2. Remove the rope gasket from the door followed by the eight(8) nuts holding the glass retainer in place.

3. While wearing gloves, carefully remove any loose pieces of glass from the door frame.

4. Replace the glass and gasket, making sure the gasket runs the full perimeter of the glass edge.

5. Re-install the retainer and eight nuts and rope gasket using high temperature silicone to adhere the gasket to the door.

6. Never use substitute materials for the glass.

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Maintenance

DO NOT abuse the door glass by striking, slamming or similar trauma. Do not operate the stove with the glass removed, cracked or broken.

hopper. Thoroughly clean the burn pot, and fi rebox. It may be desirable to spray the inside of the cleaned hopper with an aerosol silicone spray if your stove is in a high humidity area.

The exhaust system should be thoroughly cleaned.

FALL START UP

Prior to starting the fi rst fi re of the heating season, check the outside area around the exhaust and air intake systems for obstructions. Clean and remove any fl y ash from the exhaust venting system. Clean any screens on the exhaust system and on the outside air intake pipe. Turn all of the controls on and make sure that they are working properly. This is also a good time to give the entire stove a good cleaning throughout.

SPRING SHUTDOWN

After the last burn in the spring, remove any remaining pellets from the hopper and the auger feed system. Scoop out the pellets and then run the auger until the hopper is empty and pellets stop fl owing (this can be done by pressing the “ON” button with the viewing door open). Vacuum out the

SPRING SHUTDOWN

After the last burn in the spring, remove any remaining pellets from the hopper and the auger feed system. Scoop out the pellets and then run the auger until the hopper is empty and pellets stop fl owing (this can be done by pressing the “ON” button with the viewing door open). Vacuum out the hopper. Thoroughly clean the burn pot, and fi rebox. It may be desirable to spray the inside of the cleaned hopper with an aerosol silicone spray if your stove is in a high humidity area.

The exhaust system should be thoroughly cleaned.

Maintenance Schedule

Use the following as a guide under average use conditions.

Gaskets around door and door glass should be inspected and repaired or replaced when necessary.

Daily

Stirred

Weekly

Empty

Brushed

Check

Monthly or as needed

Burn Pot

Combustion Chamber

Ashes

Interior Chambers

Combustion Blower Blades

Convection Blower Impeller

Vent System

Gaskets

Glass

Hopper (end of season)

Heat Exchanger Tubes

Empty

Vacuumed

Vacuumed / Brushed

Vacuumed / Brushed

Cleaned

Inspected

Wiped/Cleaned

Emptied and vacuumed

Bi-Weekly

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Maintenance

ASH REMOVAL - INSERT UNIT

1. Allow Heater to cool to room temperature

2. Lift the ash pan door up and pull out

3. Follow directions for freestanding unit above on this page.

DISPOSAL OF ASHES

Ashes should be placed in a steel metal container with a tight fi tting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible fl oor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials, pending fi nal disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have been thoroughly cooled. Do not place other waste in the same container.

SMOKE AND CO MONITORS

Burning wood naturally produces smoke and carbon monoxide(CO) emissions. CO is a poisonous gas when exposed to elevated concentrations for extended periods of time. While the modern combustion systems in heaters drastically reduce the amount of CO emitted out the chimney, exposure to the gases in closed or confi ned areas can be dangerous. Make sure your stove gaskets and chimney joints are in good working order and sealing properly to ensure unintended exposure. It is recommended that you use both smoke and CO monitors in areas having the potential to generate CO.

ATTENTION:

This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repair for proper operation. It is against federal regulations to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.

CAUTION: This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repair for proper operation. It is against federal regulations to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.

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Maintenance

CLEANING

Heat Exchanger Tubes – Your Pellet Stove Room Heater is designed with a built in heat exchanger tube cleaner. This should be used every 2 or 3 days to remove ash build up on the heat exchanger tubes, which can reduce heat transfer. The handle, for the heat exchanger tube cleaner, is located in front of the vent tubes on front side of heater. Slide the rod front to back several times to clean the tubes then follow the instructions for ash removal.

Figure 26

Heat Exchanger

Cleaner Handle

Gasket

Cover

Periodically remove the clean outs on either side of the heat exchanger.

Clean out the ash, then follow the instructions for ash removal. Check the gasket before replacing the clean out cover. If gasket is damaged new gasket can be ordered. Alternatively, high temperature silicone can be used to ensure a proper seal between the clean out cover and the stove body.

WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE HEAT EXCHANGE TUBE

CLEANER WHILE THE PELLET STOVE IS IN OPERATION OR COOLING

DOWN; WAIT UNTIL PELLET STOVE HAS COOLED COMPLETELY BE-

FORE PERFORMING THIS PROCEDURE.

Fans – DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING UNIT

Over time ash or dust may accumulate on the blades of the circulation & exhaust fans. The fans should be inspected, periodically, and if any accumulation is present vacuumed clean as the ash or dust can impede the fans performance. It is also possible that creosote may accumulate in the exhaust fan therefore, this must be brushed clean.

The exhaust fan can be found behind the left side panel (facing the front of the heater), the circulation fan can be found behind the right side panel. To access the igniter, remove the air inlet tube and cover (2 screws). The auger motor is located in the center rear of the unit.

Note: When cleaning, take care not to damage the fan blades.

Auger Motor

Circulation Fan

Exhaust Fan

Igniter

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Trouble Shooting Guide

When your stove acts out of the ordinary, the fi rst reaction is to call for help. This guide may save time and money by enabling you to solve simple problems yourself. Problems encountered are often the result of only fi ve factors: 1) poor fuel;

2) poor operation or maintenance; 3) poor installation; 4) component failure; 5) factory defect. You can usually solve those problems related to 1 and 2. Your dealer can solve problems relating to 3, 4 and 5.

For the sake of troubleshooting and using this guide to assist, you should look at your heat level setting to see which light is fl ashing.

• Disconnect the power cord before performing any maintenance! NOTE: Turning the ON/OFF Switch to ”OFF” does not disconnect all power to the electrical components of the stove.

• Never try to repair or replace any part of the stove unless instructions for doing so are given in this manual.

All other work should be done by a trained technician.

2. The stove is being left on the highest setting for extended periods of time.

4. Power surge or brown out situation.

Display is Flashing “E1”

Possible Causes

1. The convection blower is overheating and tripping the internal temperature shutoff.

3. Fuel other than wood pellets is being burned in the stove.

Possible Remedies: (Unplug stove fi rst when possible)

Clean any dust off of the windings and fan blade. If oiling the blower does not help, the blower may be bad.

If operating the heater on the highest heat setting, the room temperature could increase enough and lead to potential overheating situations. If this happens try operating at a lower heat setting.

This pellet stove is designed and tested to use wood pellets.

Check for signs of fuel other than wood pellets. No other types of fuel have been approved for this pellet stove. If there are signs of other types of fuel being used, stop using them immediately.

A power surge, spike, or voltage drop could cause the high limit switch to trip. Check to see if a surge protector is being used on the stove. If not, recommend one to the customer.

5. High Limit Switch is malfunctioning.

If the other items check out OK, replace the high limit switch.

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Possible Causes



1. Airfl ow switch hose or stove attachment pipes for hose are blocked.

Unhook air hose from the air switch and blow through it.

If air fl ows freely, the hose and tube are fi ne. If air will not fl ow throw the hose, use a wire coat hanger to clear the blockage.

2. The air inlet, burnpot, interior combustion air chambers, combustion blower, or exhaust pipe are blocked with ash or foreign material.

Follow all cleaning procedures in the maintenance section of the owner’s manual.

3. The fi rebox is not properly sealed.

Make sure the door is closed and that the gasket is in good shape.

4. Vent pipe is incorrectly installed.

Check to make sure vent pipe installation meets criteria in owner’s manual.

5. The airfl ow switch wire connections are bad.

Check the connectors that attach the gray wires to the air switch.

6. Combustion blower failure.

With the stove on, check to see if the combustion blower is running. If it is not, you will need to check for power going to the combustion blower. It should be a full current. If there is power, the blower is bad. If there is not, see #8.

7. Control board not sending power to combustion blower.

If there is no current going to the combustion blower, check all wire connections. If all wires are properly connected, you have a bad control board.

8. Control board not sending power to air switch.

9. Air switch has failed.

There should be a 5-volt current (approximately) going to the air switch after the stove has been on for 30 seconds.

To test the air switch, you will need to disconnect the air hose from the body of the stove. With the other end still attached to the air switch, very gently suck on the loose end of the hose (you may want to remove the hose entirely off the stove and the air switch fi rst and make sure it is clear).

If you hear a click, the air switch is working. BE CAREFUL

TOO MUCH VACUUM CAN DAMAGE THE AIR SWITCH.



Possible Causes

1. The hopper is out of pellets

2. The air dampener is too far open for a low feed setting

3. The burnpot holes are blocked.

4. The air inlet, the interior chambers, or exhaust system has a partial blockage.

5. The hopper safety switch has failed or hopper is open.

6. The auger shaft is jammed.

7. The auger motor has failed.

8. The Proof of Fire (POF) thermodisc has malfunctioned.

9. The control board is not sending power to the POF thermodisc or other auger system components.


Refi ll the hopper.

If on the low setting, you may need to close the dampener all the way.

Remove the burnpot and thoroughly clean it.

Follow all cleaning procedures in the maintenance section of the owner's manual

When operating the unit, be sure the hopper lid is closed so that the hopper safety switch will activate. Check the wires leading from the hopper safety switch to the control panel and auger motor for secure connections. Use a continuity tester to test the hopper safety switch; replace if necessary.

"Start by emptying the hopper. Then remove the auger motor by removing the auger pin, then remove the two bolts that hold the auger bracket to the auger tube. The auger bracket will now be able to be removed form the auger tube. Remove the two bolts on the side of the auger tube to remove the lower bearing of the auger. Pull the auger out of the tube to free the jam.

Remove the auger motor from the auger shaft and try to run the unit. If the motor will turn the shaft is jammed on something. If the motor will not turn, the motor is bad.

Temporarily bypass the POF thermodisc by disconnecting the two wires and connecting them with a short piece of wire. Then plug the stove back up. If the stove comes on and works, you need to replace the POF thermodisc. This is for testing only. DO NOT LEAVE THE THERMODISC

BYPASSED. Your blowers will never shut off and if the fi re went out the auger will continue to feed pellets until the hopper is empty if you leave the POF thermodisc bypassed.

There should be a 5-volt (approximately) current going to the POF thermodisc after the stove has been on for

10 minutes.


Possible Causes

1. The air inlet, burnpot, interior combustion air chambers, combustion blower, or exhaust pipe are blocked with ash or foreign material.


Follow all cleaning procedures in the maintenance section of the owner’s manual.

2. The Proof of Fire (POF) thermodisc has came unplugged

3. The Proof of Fire (POF) thermodisc has malfunctioned.

Check the (POF) thermodisc to see if the wires are connected properly.

Temporarily bypass the POF thermodisc by disconnecting the two wires and connecting them with a short piece of wire. Then plug the stove back up. If the stove comes on and works, you need to replace the POF thermodisc. This is for testing only. DO NOT LEAVE THE THERMODISC

BYPASSED. Your blowers will never shut off and if the fi re went out the auger will continue to feed pellets until the hopper is empty if you leave the POF thermodisc bypassed.

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4. The hopper is out of Pellets.

6. The auger shaft is jammed.

7. The auger motor has failed.


5. The hopper safety switch has failed or hopper is open.

Refi ll the hopper.

When operating the unit, be sure the hopper lid is closed so that the hopper safety switch will activate. Check the wires leading from the hopper safety switch to the control panel and auger motor for secure connections. Use a continuity tester to test the hopper safety switch; replace if necessary.

Start by emptying the hopper. Then remove the auger motor by removing the auger pin. Remove the auger shaft inspection plate in the hopper so that you can see the auger shaft. Gently lift the auger shaft straight up so that the end of the auger shaft comes up out of the bottom auger bushing. Next, remove the two nuts that hold the top auger biscuit in. Then rotate the bottom end of the auger shaft up towards you until you can lift the shaft out of the stove. After you have removed the shaft, inspect it for bent fl ights, burrs, or broken welds. Remove any foreign material that might have caused the jam. Also, check the auger tube for signs of damage such as burrs, rough spots, or grooves cut into the metal that could have caused a jam.


Possible Causes


1. The stove automatically fl ashes "E5" when turned on


The T-stat sensor has come unplugged form the control board. Check to see if the sensor is unplugged. If the sensor is not unplugged then the sensor is damaged or has a short. If the sensor is damaged or has a short it will need to be replaced.

STOVE FEEDS PELLETS, BUT WILL NOT IGNITE

Possible Causes:

1. Air damper open too far for ignition.


Push the air damper in closer to the side of the stove for startup. In some situations it may be necessary to have the damper completely closed for ignition to take place. After there is a fl ame, the damper can then be adjusted for the desired feed setting.

2. Blockage in igniter tube or inlet for igniter tube.

Find the igniter housing on the backside of the fi rewall. The air intake hole is a small hole located on bottom side of the housing. Make sure it is clear. Also, look from the front of the stove to make sure there is not any debris around the igniter element inside of the igniter housing.

Make sure that the air intake collar on the burnpot is touching the rear wall of the fi rebox.

3. The burnpot is not pushed completely to the rear of the fi rebox.

4. Bad igniter element.

Put power directly to the igniter element. Watch the tip of the igniter from the front of the stove. After about 2 minutes the tip should glow. If it does not, the element is bad.

5. The control board is not sending power to the igniter. Check the voltage going to the igniter during startup. It should be a full current. If the voltage is lower than full current, check the wiring. If the wiring checks out good, the board is bad.


SMOKE SMELL COMING BACK INTO THE HOME


1. There is a leak in the vent pipe system.


Inspect all vent pipe connections. Make sure they are sealed with RTV silicone that has a temperature rating on

500 degree F or higher. Also, seal joints with UL-181-AP foil tape. Also, make sure the square to round adapter piece on the combustion blower has been properly sealed with the same RTV.

2. The gasket on the combustion blower has gone bad. Inspect both gaskets on the combustion blower to make sure they are in good shape.

Because it is a wood-burning device, your pellet heater may emit a faint wood-burning odor. If this increases beyond normal, or if you notice an unusual soot build-up on walls or furniture, check your exhaust system carefully for leaks.

All joints should be properly sealed. Also clean your stove, following instructions in “MAINTENANCE”. If problem persists, contact your dealer.

CONVECTION BLOWER SHUTS OFF AND COMES BACK ON

Possible Causes: Possible Remedies: (Unplug stove fi rst when possible)


2. Circuit board malfunction.

Clean any dust off of the windings and fan blades. If cleaning the blower does not help, the blower may be bad.

Test the current going to the convection blower. If there is power being sent to the blower when it is shut off, then the control board is fi ne. If there is NOT power being sent to the blower when it shuts off during operation, then you have a bad control board.

STOVE WILL NOT FEED PELLETS, BUT FUEL FEED LIGHT COMES ON AS DESIGNED


1. High limit switch has tripped or is defective.

2. Bad Auger Motor.

Wait for the stove to cool for about 30 - 45 minutes. Locate the High Limit thermodisc and press the reset button on the back of it. If the heater will not restart, check the thermodisc to see if it’s bad. To test if the thermodisc is bad, you can bypass it as described previously for the POF thermodisc.


3. Auger Jam.

4. Loose wire or connector.

5. Bad control board.

Start by emptying the hopper. Then remove the auger motor by removing the auger pin. Remove the auger shaft inspection plate in the hopper so that you can see the auger shaft. Gently lift the auger shaft straight up so that the end of the auger shaft comes up out of the bottom auger bushing. Next, remove the two nuts that hold the top auger biscuit in. Then rotate the bottom end of the auger shaft up towards you until you can lift the shaft out of the stove.

After you have removed the shaft, inspect it for bent fl ights, burrs, or broken welds. Remove any foreign material that might have caused the jam. Also, check the auger tube for signs of damage such as burrs, rough spots, or grooves cut into the metal that could have caused a jam.

Check all wires and connectors that connector to the auger motor, high limit switch, and the Molex connector.

If the fuse is good, the wires and connectors check out good, and the high limit switch did not trip, test for power going to the auger motor. If there is not a full current going to the auger motor when the fuel feed light is on, you have a bad control board.

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HIGH LIMIT SWITCH KEEPS TRIPPING




Clean any dust off of the windings and fan blades. If oiling the blower does not help, the blower may be bad.

2. The stove is being left on the highest setting for extended periods of time.

If operating the heater on the highest heat setting, the room temperature could increase enough and lead to potential overheating situations. If this happens, try operating at a lower heat setting.

3. Fuel other than wood pellets is being burned in the stove.

4. Power surge or brown out situation.

This pellet stove is designed and tested to use wood pellets.

Check for signs of fuel other than wood pellets. No other types of fuel have been approved for this pellet stove. If there are signs of other types of fuel being used, stop using them immediately.

A power surge, spike, or voltage drop could cause the high limit switch to trip. Check to see if a surge protector is being used on the stove. If not, recommend one to the consumer.

5. High limit switch is malfunctioning.

If the other items check out OK, replace the high limit switch.

• GLASS “SOOT’S” UP AT A VERY FAST RATE

• FLAME IS LAZY, DARK, AND HAS BLACK TIPS

• AFTER STOVE HAS BEEN ON FOR A WHILE, THE BURNPOT OVERFILLS


1. Stove or vent pipe is dirty, which restricts airfl ow through the burnpot.

2. Vent pipe installed improperly.

Follow all cleaning procedure in the maintenance section of the owner’s manual.

Check to make sure the vent pipe has been installed according to the criteria in the owner’s manual.

3. Air damper is set too far in (closed) for a higher setting. Pull the damper knob farther out away from the side of the stove and try to burn the unit again.

4. Burnpot holes are blocked.

5. Air damper is broken.

Remove the burnpot and thoroughly clean it.

Visually inspect the damper assembly. Make sure the damper plate is attached to the damper rod. When the damper rod is moved the plate should move with it.

6. Blockage in air intake pipe.

7. Combustion blower is not spinning fast enough.

Visually inspect the air intake pipe that leads into the burnpot for foreign material.

Test the RPM on the blower after the blades have been cleaned. The RPM should be approximately 3000 RPM.

(Applies to GLASS “SOOT’S” UP AT A VERY FAST

RATE Only)

The brand of pellets or the batch of pellets that are being used may be of poor quality. If possible, try a different brand of pellets. You might also want to try a brand that is made from a different type of wood (softwood vs. hardwood).

Different woods have different characteristics when being burned.

Parts Diagram

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Parts List

80606

80491

892344

892264

892345

892037

892276

851714

892064

892199

88166

80602

88167

88167

80622

80604

80676

891998

891999

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32

33

34

28

29

30

23

24

25

26

27

18

19

20

21

22

15

16

17

17

Key Parts No. Description

1 88161 Glass w/Gasket, Center

12

13

14

9

10

11

4

5

6

2

3

7

8

88162

88082

891994

88163

88164

88165

891995

891996

891997

891540

80549

80599

80601

80631

69794

Glass w/Gasket, Side

Gasket, Door

Burn Pot

Brick Panel - Center

Brick Panel - Left

Brick Panel - Right

Magnet

Ash Pan

Latch, Ash Pan

Latch, Door

Pressure Switch

Switch, Low-Temp

Switch, Hi-Temp

(w/ Reset Button)

Gasket, Exhaust Blower

Blower, Exhaust

Gasket, Convection Blower

Gasket, Convection Blower

Blower, Convection

Igniter

PCBA, Controller

Bushing

Auger

Motor, Auger

Micro Switch

Top Assembly

Panel Left, Cabinet

Panel Right, Cabinet

Hearth Trim

Ashley Grill Opening

Ashley Logo

Decorative Log

Housing, PCBA Controller

PCBA Board

Exhaust Grill

Qty .

1

1

1

1

1

2

4

1

1

1

1

4

2

6 ft

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

2

1

1

1

1

1

IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN WARRANTY, COMPONENTS MUST BE REPLACED USING ORIGINAL

MANUFACTURERS PARTS PURCHASED THROUGH YOUR DEALER OR DIRECTLY FROM THE

APPLIANCE MANUFACTURER.

USE OF THIRD PARTY COMPONENTS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.

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Wiring Diagram

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Limited Warranty

The operation of this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with the owner’s manual will void your warranty and is also against federal regulations.

United States Stove Company warrants to the original purchaser its products against premature failure of any component due to workmanship, quality, or materials as follows:

TIME PERIOD:

Firebox ......................................................................................................................................

Flue Collar - if equipped ..............................................................................................................

All Doors ....................................................................................................................................

..... One Year

..... One Year

..... One Year

Firebox Baffl e ................................................................................................................................. One Year

Door Gaskets ................................................................................................................................. One Year

All Electrical Components (Including Blower) - if equipped ................................................................. One Year

Cabinet and Trim ............................................................................................................................ One Year

CLAIM PROCEDURE

Any defects should be reported to United States Stove Company or its dealer and/or distributor giving descriptions and pertinent data, including proof or purchase which will be returned upon request.

Providing the heater has been installed and used in accordance with the Owners Manual supplied with the heater, United States Stove Company will either:

1) Replace the defective part free of charge

2) Replace the heater free of charge

3) Where the defect is of a cosmetic (non-functional) nature, United States Stove Company will bear reasonable expense to refurbish the heater, including such items as welding, painting, and incidental labor. A “Reasonable” is de ned by terms of this warranty as $30.00/hour with full refund for any purchase of parts.

NOT COVERED

Speci cally not covered under terms of this limited warranty or any other warranty are problems relating to smoking or creosote. Smoking is attributable to inadequate draft due to the design or installation of the ue system or installation of the heater itself. Creosote formation is largely attributable to improper operation of the unit and/or draft as mentioned above. Also, not covered are:

1) Removal and re-installation cost.

2) Service calls to diagnose trouble (unless authorized in writing by the manufacturer, distributor, or dealer).

3) Painted surfaces, brass or brass-colored surfaces.

4) Damage or defect caused by improper installation, accidents, misuse, abuse (including over ring) or alteration.

5) Transportation or shipping costs.

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

1) United States Stove Company shall not be liable for incidental, consequential, special, or contingent damages anyone might suffer as a result of their breach of this written warranty or any implied warranty.

2) Should the heater be replaced by United States Stove Company “free of charge”, all further warranty obligations are thereby met.

3) Parts and/or service replacements made under the terms of this warranty are warranted only for the remaining period of the original heater warranty.

speci c written exclusionary waivers, no one has authority to add to or vary this limited warranty, or to create for United States Stove Company any further obligation of liability in connection with this heater or any other applicable accessory. Any further warranty implication applicable to this heater or any applicable accessory is limited in duration to the same time period as the original statement in the above schedule.

YOUR DUTIES

1) This heater, including all applicable accessories, must be installed and operated in accordance with local authorities having jurisdiction and the instructions furnished with the Owners Manual.

2) You should keep as permanent record your proof of purchase (or canceled check or invoice).

PROBLEM/RESOLUTION

1) As purchaser, you must rst contact the dealer and/or distributor from whom you purchased your heater.

2) If within a reasonable period of time you do not receive satisfactory service from the distributor and/or dealer, write or call United States Stove Company, Customer Service Department, including complete details of the problem and/or problems you are experiencing, details of your installation, your proof of purchase, and the heater serial number or test agency code number.

WARRANTOR

The warrantor of record is United States Stove Company, PO Box 151, 227 Industrial Drive, South Pittsburg, Tennessee 37380. Phone number

800-750-2723.

NOTE

This warranty gives you speci c legal rights; and, you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

IMPORTANT

Keep this warranty card for future reference.

We congratulate you on your selection of United States Stove Company and its products. As the oldest solid fuel manufacturer in the United States (since

1869), the United States Stove Company is very proud of its products, service, employees, and satis ed customers. As President of United States Stove

Company, I would like to hear from you if you are not satis ed with the manner in which you have been handled by our distributor, dealer, representative, customer service department, parts department, or sales department. Please write me at the above address.

Sincerely

Richard Rogers, President 85989 I

Notes

HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS

THIS MANUAL WILL HELP YOU OBTAIN EFFICIENT, DEPENDABLE SERVICE

FROM YOUR KING OR ASHLEY, AND ENABLE YOU TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS

CORRECTLY.

KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WHEN WRITING, ALWAYS GIVE THE FULL MODEL NUMBER WHICH IS ON THE

NAMEPLATE ATTACHED TO THE HEATER.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

AS SHOWN IN THIS LIST:

1. THE PART NUMBER

2. THE PART DESCRIPTION

3. THE MODEL NUMBER: AP5660(PE)

4. THE SERIAL NUMBER:____________________

United States Stove Company

227 Industrial Park Road

P.O. Box 151

South Pittsburg, TN 37380

(800) 750-2723

WWW.USSTOVE.COM

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