Dansons Group HCJ, HCF300, HCF120, HCS User Manual

Cheap Charlie

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Installation shall conform to CAN/CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid-Fuel-Burning Appliances and

Equipment in Canada and NFPA 211 Chimney, Fireplaces, Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances in the USA.

Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.

Dear Cheap Charlie Owner:

CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your Cheap Charlie wood pellet shop and home heater! You have selected the finest in residential wood pellet heating technology.

Let us pass on a few "tips" concerning installing your heater and heating with wood pellets.

1. Whether you install your stove yourself or hire a professional installer, a quality installation is a must for the safety of your family and for efficient, satisfactory operation of your stove.

2. Initial setup of the stove is the most important step to ensure the efficient and satisfactory operation of your

home and shop heater for many years to come.

3. Know the quality and characteristics of the pellets you burn. Pellets can vary greatly from

company to company, from load to load and occasionally from bag to bag.

4. Be extra diligent in your cleaning program.

5. Remember that most operational dilemmas with pellet stoves are usually traced back to Improper installation, poor quality pellets and/or a lack of timely cleaning.

With just a minimum of daily care your Cheap Charlie heater will provide years of clean, efficient, comfortable and environmentally sound heating.

Thank you for selecting a Cheap Charlie wood pellet shop and home heater.

Sincerely,

Canadian Comfort Industries & Dansons Group Inc.

UPDATES

Up to date additions, product registration and warranty extension registration can be found on our website

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No part of this manual may be copied, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, in any form or by any means without the expressed written permission of,

Canadian Comfort Industries; 26319 Twp Rd 531, Acheson, AB, Canada T7X 5A3

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------TABLE OF CONTENTS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ------------------------------------------------------------------------SPECIFICATIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------AUTOMATIC SAFETY FEATURES -----------------------------------------------------------INSTALLATION OPTIONS ----------------------------------------------------------------------INSTALLATION CHECK LIST ------------------------------------------------------------------EXHAUST SYSTEMS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- GENERAL --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- EXHAUST SYSTEM SIZING ---------------------------------------------------------------- EXHAUST SYSTEM TERMINATION ------------------------------------------------------OUTSIDE AIR ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FREESTANDING INSTALLATION ------------------------------------------------------------- STOVE PLACEMENT -------------------------------------------------------------------------- FLOOR PROTECTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES ----------------------------------------------------- STRAIGHT INSTALLATION ----------------------------------------------------------- CORNER ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ALCOVE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THROUGH THE WALL DIRECT INSTALLATION ------------------------------------ VERTICAL INSTALLATIONS ---------------------------------------------------------------MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION ---------------------------------------------------------------- OPERATING YOUR STOVE --------------------------------------------------------------------HOW YOUR HOME OR SHOP HEATER WORKS -----------------------------------------LIGHTING A FIRE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE CONTROLS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------SHUTTING THE STOVE OFF ------------------------------------------------------------------PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT TIPS ----------------------------------------------------INITIAL BURN SETUP ----------------------------------------------------------------------------PELLETS PELLET QUALITY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- PELLET CONSUMPTION -------------------------------------------------------------------- FACTORS EFFECTING PELLET FEED RATES -------------------------------------- FINE TUNING THE PELLET FEED RATES --------------------------------------------- ASH and CLINKERS -------------------------------------------------------------------------- FINES -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PFI PELLET STANDARDS ------------------------------------------------------------------REQUIRED ROUTINE CLEANING ------------------------------------------------------------PERIODIC MAINTENANCE --------------------------------------------------------------------TROUBLE SHOOTING ---------------------------------------------------------------------------LIMITED WARRANTY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------APPENDIX “A” - INSERTING, REMOVING, AND ADJUSTING THE BURN GRATE APPENDIX “B” – SETUP TIPS ---------------------------------------------------------------APPENDIX “C” – OPTIONS ----------------------------------------------------------------------APPENDIX “D” – ACCESSORIES ------------------------------------------------------------APPENDIX “E” – “ACU-TRON” WALL THERMOSTAT ----------------------------------APPENDIX “F” – HOPPER CLEAN-OUT DROP CHUTE ----------------------------------SERVICE & MAINTENANCE LOG ---------------------------------------------------------------

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

o Do not operate the heater if you smell smoke coming from the heater. Push the “OFF” Touch pad, monitor your heater, and call your dealer.

o Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or

’freshen up’ a fire in this heater. Keep all such liquids well away from the heater while it is in use.

o Don’t unplug the heater if you suspect a malfunction. Push the “OFF” Touch pad and inspect the heater.

o Do not operate the heater if the flame becomes dark & sooty or if the firepot overfills with pellets. Push the

”OFF” Touch pad and periodically inspect the heater (see ”Operating Your Stove”).

o Never try to repair or replace any part of the heater unless instructions for consumer are given in this manual.

All other work should be done by a trained technician.

o The viewing door and ash pan must be closed and latched during operation.

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

o Contact your local building officials to obtain a permit and information on any installation restrictions or

inspection requirements in your area. Notify your insurance company of this heater as well.

o The pellet appliance exhaust system works with negative combustion chamber pressure and a slightly

positive chimney pressure, therefore the exhaust system must be completely airtight and properly installed. All pellet vent joints must be sealed with HI-TEMP RTV silicone sealant and at least 3 sheet metal screws, to each other as well as to the heater.

o This unit must be properly installed to prevent the possibility of a house fire. The instructions must be strictly

adhered to. Do not use makeshift methods, which may compromise the installation.

o Your heater requires periodic maintenance and cleaning (see ”Operating Your Stove”). Failure to maintain

your heater may lead to smoke spillage in your home.

o Allow the heater to cool before carrying out 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.

o This heater is designed and approved for pelletized wood fuel only. Any other type of fuel burned in this

heater will void the warranty and safety listing.

o 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.

o Keep foreign objects out of the hopper.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . Continued

o Disconnect the power cord before performing any maintenance. NOTE: Touching the OFF touch pad does not

disconnect all power to the heater.

o 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.

o Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near the heater. Because this heater can

be controlled by a thermostat there is a possibility of the heater turning on and igniting any items placed on or near it.

o This heater must be connected to a standard 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.

o It is recommended to connect the heater to a standard 110 – 120V ground surge protected unit or surge

protected electrical outlet..

o When installed in a mobile home, the heater must be bolted to the floor, have outside air, and MUST

NOT BE INSTALLED IN THE BEDROOM (Per H.U.D. requirements). Check with local building officials.

o Educate all children on the dangers of a high-temperature heater.

o Young children should be supervised when they are in the same room as the heater.

o Caution: NEVER PUT FINGERS NEAR AUGER. Pellet fuel is fed to the burn pot by a screw auger that is

driven by a high torque motor. The auger can start and stop automatically anytime while the heater is operating.

o Do not connect this appliance directly to air ducts or any air distribution system. This will void any warranty.

o Do not burn with insufficient combustion air. A periodic check is recommended to ensure proper combustion

air is admitted to the combustion chamber. Setting the proper combustion air is achieved by adjusting the slide damper located on the right hand side of the appliance.

o It is advisable to clean the exhaust vent bi-annually or every two tons of pellets.

o Soot or creosote may accumulate when the stove is operated under incorrect conditions such as an extremely

rich burn (black tipped, lazy orange flames).

Note: Canadian Comfort Industries grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or maintenance of your heater, and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage(s).

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SPECIFICATIONS

HEATING SPECIFICATIONS

- Approx. Heating capacity (Sq Feet) ¹ = 800 – 2,000 sq ft

- Approx. Fuel burn rate per hour ¹¹ = 1.75 – 5.5 lbs per hour

- Hopper Capacity

¹ Heating capacity will vary depending on floor plan layout of your home, degree of insulation, and the

outside temperature. Fuel size, quality, density and moisture level will also have an effect.

¹¹ Pellet size may affect 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

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Rating = 115 Volts 60 HZ 2.0 Amps Watts (operational) = 175 (approximately) Watts (optional igniter) = 475 (approximately)

A voltage surge protector or ground fault outlet is required for this unit. The warranty on the circuit board will be voided if surge protection is not installed before operating this unit.

FUEL CONSIDERATIONS

Your Cheap Charlie shop and home heater, is designed to burn pellets that comply with Association of Pellet Fuel Industries standards. (Minimum of 40lbs density per cubic ft, ¼ to 5/16’ diameter length no greater than 1.5”, not less than 8,200 BTU’s/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, produce clinkers and/or heavy ash will result in reduced performance and may actually cause the fire to go out. (see pelletheat.org for further information)

EPA COMPLIANCE

This heater is exempt from EPA Phase II requirements, but has been tested for emissions using EPA test methods by Warnock Hersey , US. Pellet appliances that are designed with the combustion air supply exceeding 35:1 (by ratio) are exempt from EPA regulations.

PRODUCT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

CC Edison Jr. / CC Franklin120 = 120+ pounds CC Edison Sr./ CC Franklin300 = 300+ pounds

24”

46 1/2”

26”

8 1/4”

Exhaust

+

14 1/4”

Common for

all models

CC EDISON Sr./

CC FRANKLIN 300

3 3/4”

Air Inlet

8 3/4”

CC EDISON Sr./ CC FRANKLIN 300

CC EDISON Jr. / CC FRANKLIN 120

24”

CC EDISON Jr. / CC FRANKLIN 120

Weight

272 lbs.

225 lbs.

31 1/2”

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AUTOMATIC SAFETY FEATURES

L250 HIGH LIMIT SWITCH

Your pellet appliance has a high temperature limit switch installed. If the temperature at the back of the firebox reaches approximately 250deg F., the switch will shut off the electricity going to the Vacuum Switch and to the Auger Motor. The auger will automatically stop, and the appliance will shut down when the exhaust temperature cools (120deg F). If this happens call your dealer or Dansons Customer Service (1-866-456-9269).

IT IS IMPORTANT TO FIND THE REASON WHY THE UNIT OVERHEATED.

L120 LOW LIMIT SWITCH

This limit switch is mounted on the exhaust blower housing and has 2 main functions.

1. Should the fire happen to go out, for any reason, this limit switch will shut the stove off when the exhaust temperature drops below 120deg F.

2. Upon starting the appliance, the AcuTron control board has a 15 minute “Lighting Mode”, if the stove exhaust does not reach 120deg F in that 15 minutes the stove will shut off. As soon as the stove exhaust

F140 FAN LIMIT SWITCH

Your pellet appliance has a convection fan control limit switch. The room air fan's (F140) temperature limit snap switch automatically sets the fan on high when your stove is producing heat faster than the fan is carrying it into the room. This may occur when the heat control lever is set at [3 or 4] and the FAN SPEED is set to a very low or off setting. After the fan runs at this automatic high setting a few minutes, it may cycle back to its lower setting and may continue to cycle between [HIGH] and your selected setting. The circulation (room air) fan cycling from high to low is a normal condition as well as a safety feature of your appliance. To compensate for the fan cycling, adjust the FAN SPEED to a higher setting.

VACUUM SWITCH

This safety device (mounted on the back panel pillar) detects vacuum in the exhaust system, firebox, and air intake. If the exhaust blower fails, the vent pipe becomes plugged, the viewing door is open, or if you are out of pellets, this switch will sense that there is no airflow and will stop the auger from continuing to feed pellets.

If the power does go out, the pellet appliance will stop running. When the power comes back on, the stove will not restart if the switch is in the manual mode. If the exhaust temperature is above 120deg F or the switch is in the manual position, the stove will start to feed pellets again and may re-light itself.

NOTE: If power outages are a concern you may wish to purchase a battery back-up system. It must sate “For Igniter Equipped Appliance” and be a minimum of 750 watts.

For further information contact your local Specialty Retailer, Certified HVAC Service Depot, or Dansons Group Inc. Customer Service Department at 1-866-456-9269.

does reach 120deg F, the limit switch opens and the AcuTron enters a 5 minute “Safety Delay” mode.

Low Limit L120

Fan Limit F140

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INSTALLATION OPTIONS

READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE YOUR

Cheap Charlie HOME & SHOP HEATER.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY

RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH!

(See specific Installation details for clearances and other installation requirements)

The four “HCF” CC Franklin120 (figure 3) and “HCF” CC Franklin300 (figure 3a). The “HCJ” and “HCS” product come with a black door with small viewing area. The “HCF” product comes with either black painted, or brass trimmed doors, with large viewing area.

All makes& models may be installed to code in both conventional and mobile homes.

INSTALLATION OPTIONS INCLUDE:

Cheap Charlie products are the: “HCJ” CC Edison Jr. (figure 1), the “HCS” CC Edison Sr. (figure 2); the

1. A FREESTANDING STOVE:

2. A HEARTH STOVE:

coal burning fireplace.

3. An ALCOVE:

for an installation in an alcove (a recessed space or nook in a wall).

When placed on a non-combustible floor pad in compliance with clearance requirements

When installed on a non-combustible hearth of a masonry or factory built wood or

Set on a non-combustible floor pad.

HCS

HCF300

HCJ

HCF120

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Model

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INSTALLATION CHECK LIST

Unless you are knowledgeable and experienced in stove installation, we recommend your Cheap Charlie

heater receive a Pre-delivery Check and be installed by an Authorized Cheap Charlie Dealer.

COMPLETE THIS CHECK LIST PRIOR TO LIGHTING YOUR FIRST FIRE:

_____ Carefully read this "Owner's manual”. SAVE THIS MANUAL.

_____ Obtain final inspection and approval by local building officials.

_____ Carefully clean all marks off the brass parts before the first fire is lit. Use a soft cloth and a "Windex"

_____ Polish the hopper to remove the oil type coating used in manufacturing.

_____ Have your Authorized Cheap Charlie Dealer demonstrate all the operational, cleaning and

_____ Sign and keep a copy of the Pre-delivery Check List supplied by your Authorized Pelpro Dealer,

______ Register your purchase online at www.dansons.com/support.

_____ Fill the hopper with quality pellets to prime the unit; Using the CCI “Acu-Tron”, (figure 5), PUSH the

NOTE: Do not attempt to light a fire at this time. Leave the START / FEED RATE [ON] for 2 to 5 minutes until

pellets start dropping into the burn grate. Then touch the OFF pad to turn off system . The auger is now primed to deliver fuel to the burn grate (figure 6). Then light the stove according to the directions outlined in "LIGHTING YOUR STOVE",

type cleaner. Caution: Never use an abrasive cleaner on any part of your stove.

maintenance steps necessary for your stove.

“Dansons Certified Installer”, found inside our appliance or available online. Register online at www.dansons.com/support

FEED RATE Touch Pad and this will start the auger and the combustion fan.

for Extended Warranty.

Hopper Lid

Heat Tubes

Hopper

Tube Scraper

Window

Auger

uger Motor

Burn Grate

Burn Pot

Fan Motors

Exhaust

ir Intake

Ash Pit

CCIAU –“AcuTron Board” Cutaway View

Figure 5 Figure 6

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EXHAUST SYSTEMS (GENERAL)

PELLET VENT MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 3” CLEARANCE TO ANY COMBUSTIBLE

(INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER).

DO NOT CONNECT THE PELLET VENT TO A VENT SERVING ANY OTHER APPLIANCE

OR STOVE.

DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEM OF THIS UNIT.

PELLET VENT TYPE:

Must be an approved 3” or 4” Diameter Type ”PL” vent, vented to the outside (fig. 7) or connect the vent to a factory built type “A” chimney using an adaptor; and/or “All Fuel” Stainless Steel chimney liner for masonry fireplace installations (fig. 8) . Use 4” dia. vent if vent or liner height is over 15’ or if installation is over 4,000’ above sea level.

VENTING DISTANCE:

Maximum venting height is 33’. Maximum horizontal offset is 10’. Use no more than 18 0 of elbows (two 90 elbows, or two 45 elbows & one 90 elb ow, etc) , plus termination.

33’

30’

Vent must have a support bracket every 5’ when on the exterior wall.

If appliance is installed above 4,000’ elevation, always use 4” diameter venting.

Vent height and run

not

exceed the distance shown in the un-shaded region of chart.

To achieve optimum performance, keep vent runs as short as possible. Especially on hori zontal installations.

VENT INSTALLATION:

Termination must exhaust above the air inlet elevation, and parallel or above the exhaust output of the pellet appliance. It is recommended that at least 3’ of vertical pipe be installed to create some natural draft. This is to help prevent the possibility of smoke or odor during the appliance shut down.

Horizontal sections must have a ¼” rise every 12” of travel after 3’ long.

must

4”

Use Diameter “PL” Vent If venting outside of shaded area.

Use or Diameter

3” 4”

“PL” Vent, if venting in shaded area.

0’

5’

25’

20’

15’

10’

5’

0’

10’

Pellet Vent connections must be sealed with HI-Temp RTV Silicone and screwed together with at least 3 x 3/8” long stainless steel screws. Seal each vent section by injecting a liberal amount of HITEMP RTV silicone sealant into the gap.

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EXHAUST SYSTEMS . . . Continued

PELLET VENT TERMINATION: (Figures 7 & 8)

Termination must be a minimum of 6” above the chimney (B) (note: the chimney must meet local codes for height above the roof or other obstructions)

Must have an approved cap (G) (to prevent water from entering) or a 45* elbow downturn (F)

If the termination is located on a windy side of house, an approved house shield is recommended to prevent soot from accumulating on the side of the house.

Must not be located where snow or other materials will plug it.

Must have a “Metal Seal Plate” or “Wall Thimble” at point (A)

F

G

B

Figure 7 Figure 8

VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES:

• Horizontal terminations must protrude 12” from the wall, vertical terminations 24”

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A Minimum 4’ clearance below or beside

any door or window which opens. B Minimum 1’ clearance above any door or window that opens. C Minimum 3’ clearance from any adjacent building. D Minimum 7’ clearance above any grade when adjacent to public walkways. NOTE: Vent may not terminate in covered walkway or breezeway. E Minimum 2’ clearance above any grass, plants, or other combustible material. F Minimum 3’ clearance from any forced air intake of any other appliance. G Minimum 2’ clearance below eves or overhang. H Minimum 1’ clearance horizontally from combustible wall X Must be a minimum of 36” above the roof and 24” above the highest point of the roof within 10’.

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2’

10’

OUTSIDE AIR

Outside air is REQUIRED ON ALL MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS.

Outside air is strongly recommended for all other installations. Failure to install intake air may result in improper combustion as well as the unit smoking during power failures.

Metal pipe, ONLY, either solid or flexible, must be used in all outside air installations.(B) NOTE: Non-metallic material MUST NOT BE USED for outside air installations.

A wind shield, (C), over the termination of the outside air pipe or a 90 degree elbow or bend directed away from the prevailing winds MUST be used when an outside air pipe is installed through the side of a building. Keep the outside air pipe termination at least 1 foot away from the exhaust system termination.

When outside air is taken from an existing chimney the exhaust system must not terminate in the same chimney.

The outside air pipe on your stove is 2" OD. The outside air connecting pipe must be at least 2" ID The outside air connecting pipe must be as short and free of elbows as possible, and must fit over, (A), not inside, the outside air pipe on your stove.

Through The Wall Kits Include:

3 FOOT PACKAGE – PART# ACFAKT03 10 FOOT PACKAGE – PART# ACFAKT10

1 – 2” Galvanized Hood c/w screen 1 – 2” Galvanized Hood c/w screen 1 – 2” Aluminum Flex Duct – 1 – 2” Aluminum Flex Duct –

compressed 15” length, extends to 30” – 36” compressed 4’ length, extends to 120”

2 – 2” Worm Gear Clamps 2 – 2” Worm Gear Clamps

NOTE: Available from your local Authorized Dealer or Dansons Group Inc. 1-877-303-3134

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