England's Stove Works 25-PUF, 55-SHP240, 55-TRP240 Owner's Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL

MODEL NUMBERS:

25-PUF 55-SHP240 55-TRP240

Thank you for purchasing this product from a fine line of heating equipment. We wish you many years of safe heating pleasure with your new heating appliance.

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IMPORTANT: IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THIS UNIT DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE DEALER. CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE @ 1-800-245-6489.

Mobile Home Use:

These freestanding pellet units are approved for mobile home or doublewide installation with outside combustion air hook-up. See “Flue System” section of manual.

Mobile home installation should be in accordance with the Manufactured Home and Safety Standard (HUD), CFR 3280, Part 24.

WARNING: Do Not Install in Sleeping Room

CAUTION: The structural integrity of the mobile home floor, wall and ceiling/roof must be maintained.

Please Note the Following Precautionary Statements:

NOTE: WE DO NOT RECOMMEND PELLET STOVES AS YOUR ONLY SOURCE OF HEAT.

England’s Stove Works highly recommends the use of smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors with any hearth product, including this unit. Follow all manufacturer’s instructions when using smoke or Carbon Monoxide detectors.

CAUTION: Do not start this unit before you read this manual.

Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuel burning room heater.

Keep children, furniture, fixtures, and all combustible materials away from any heating appliance. Refer to this owner’s manual for all clearances to combustible materials.

WARNING: USE OF OUTSIDE AIR IS MANDATORY WITH THIS UNIT.

DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITH HOPPER OPEN. LID MUST BE SHUT AND TIGHTLY SECURED.

DO NOT OPERATE WITH DOOR OPEN

SAFETY NOTICE

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. FOR YOUR SAFETY AND PROTECTION, FOLLOW ALL THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS FOR RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS (INCLUDING PERMITS) IN YOUR AREA.

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Rev. 4/2010

A letter from our Technical Support department:

Thank you for purchasing this fine product from England’s Stove Works!

England's Stove Works was started, and is still owned by, a family that believes strongly in a "Do It Yourself" spirit – that’s one reason you found this product at your favorite “Do It Yourself” store.

We intentionally design and build our stoves so that any homeowner can maintain his or her unit with basic tools, and we're always more than happy to show you how to do the job as easily and as inexpensively as possible.

From our free, downloadable service sheets; to our Pellet Service Video; to our new "wizard-style," click-through Troubleshooting guide on our web site, we have always tried to help our customers stay "heat-ready," especially when oil and electricity prices continue to skyrocket.

Please look at our vast Help section on our web site and call our Customer Service department at [phone] if you need any help with your unit. We are nearly always able to help “walk you through” any repairs, problems or questions you may have.

PLEASE NOTE: While information obtained on our web site and through our 800 number is always free of charge, there will be a service charge incurred with any “on-site” repairs or maintenance that we may arrange.

Wishing you years of efficient, quality and “comfy” heating,

England’s Stove Works Technical Support Department

www.englanderstoves.com

[phone]

Dimensions of your pellet unit:	27 ½”W x 40 ½”H x 30 ½”D	360 lbs.
Hopper capacity:	(Approx. 14” height from floor to center of exhaust)
	Approximately 240 lbs (this can vary widely depending on
	pellet size, length and diameter)
EPA Status:	Exempt
Input BTU Range:	8500 to 42500
Burn Rate:	Approximately 1 to 5 lbs. per hour

IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THIS UNIT DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE DEALER.

CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE at 1 [phone].

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BEFORE RE-STARTING YOUR UNIT

Every time before pressing “ON” to start your unit – Be sure to remove all ashes (burnt or partially burnt) from your burn pot area! Wearing protective gloves and with the unit cool, remove the Burn Pot and dump the ashes, following the instructions in the Owner’s Manual. Also be sure to follow all other maintenance instructions as outlined in your Owner’s Manual and the Instructional DVD included with the unit. Failure to remove ashes from this area before each burn can cause smoke-back and serious damage to your stove, and can void your warranty. We will not be held responsible for poorly maintained units, including excess ash in the burn pot area.

Burn Safe and Burn Clean – Clean the burn pot area daily!

A NOTE ON COLD AIR RETURNS AND

CENTRAL FURNACES

Some homes, including the modern, air-tight homes that are well-insulated, create a negative draft that could cause smoke to be released from your unit, especially if it is too close to your home’s Central Furnace. If you install your stove in the same room as the Cold Air Return from your home’s Central Furnace, you must place your stove at least 20 feet (20’) from the Cold Air Return. We recommend you open an outside window slightly, and never close the door that leads from this room to the rest of your home.

IN THE EVENT OF SMOKE-BACK

1.If you see smoke coming out of your unit into the room due to a power failure, DO NOT OPEN THE HOPPER OR DOOR TO YOUR UNIT!! Remain calm.

Open the nearest outside door and windows and wait for all signs of smoke to clear (at least one hour, although the smoke should dissipate quickly once the door and windows are opened). When power is restored, press the ON button to restart your unit, and let the unit run for at least 30 minutes.

--If you see any further signs of smoke-back, press the OFF button and call Technical Support at [phone] before restarting your unit, as damage could have occurred due to the power failure.

--If you see no more signs of smoke-back, press the OFF button and wait for your unit to completely shut down and cool down, then clean the burn pot area before restarting your unit (see “Before Starting Your Unit,” above).

2.If you see smoke coming out of your unit into the room and the power has not failed, DO NOT OPEN THE HOPPER OR DOOR TO YOUR UNIT!! Remain calm.

Immediately press the OFF button, open the nearest outside door and windows and wait for all signs of smoke to clear (at least one hour, although the smoke should dissipate quickly once the door and windows are opened). Do NOT restart your unit before calling Technical Support at [phone].

Please call Technical Support at [phone] with any questions.

England’s Stove Works, Inc.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1.Check local installation codes for your area. Call your Homeowner’s Insurance representative for inspection of your stove’s installation.

2.Read and comply with the instructions in this manual.

3.This unit should be tested (dry run) before loading pellets for 20 minutes. The stove should automatically shut itself off after the 20-minute dry run.

4.Your stove is designed to burn Premium Wood Pellets only. Burning pea coal, cherry pits, or anything other than wood pellets will void your warranty. Pellets with high ash content will burn dirty and require the unit to be cleaned more often. This unit is designed for use with ¼” diameter pellet fuel. Using pellets longer than 2” can bind the auger and require frequent manual removal.

5.Be sure your pellets are not damp or wet. Keep sawdust out of the unit.

6.Use three-inch (3”) U.L.-approved PELLET VENT TWIST-LOCK PIPE when installing this stove and follow the manufacturer’s specifications for installation and clearances (we highly recommend Simpson Dura-Vent pellet twist-lock pipe) (AC-3000 kit). For installations over 4000 ft. above sea level the exhaust should be vented with 4"pellet vent pipe (AC-3100 kit). Even though this pipe interlocks, it is a good idea to seal all connections with high temperature silicone (AC-RTV3). Use at least three screws to secure the pipe to this unit’s exhaust blower. Also, if you do not use U.L.-approved twist-lock pellet pipe, be sure to use U.L.-approved Pellet Vent pipe, and fasten each joint of the pipe with at least three screws.

7.Outside combustion air is mandatory for these units to work properly. Make this connection using a 1 7/8” I.D. metal pipe (steel, aluminum or copper) and coupler. Be sure to secure the pipe to the unit with a clamp or aluminum tape. The outside end should be covered (screened) to prevent any foreign matter from entering the system. Try to keep the number of bends in this pipe to a minimum. Our Part Number PU-OAK (Outside Air Kit with flex pipe) can be used.

NOTE: If an older unit, measure the opening to determine what size pipe to use.

NOTE: If the total run of the connection exceeds 6’, use 3” metal pipe and coupler instead.

8.Regularly inspect the burn pot area and, if any crust forms, remove it with a long handled screwdriver or putty knife.

9.The ash in the burn pot should be removed regularly, depending on your burn rate. The area to the right and left of the burn pot is for ash storage; keep the air holes in the burn pot clean for a more efficient burn. Check your exhaust system frequently. Refer to “Ash Removal and Disposal” section. DO NOT BURN STOVE LONGER THAN 2-3 DAYS (DEPENDING ON

ASH CONTENT OF PELLETS) WITHOUT CLEANING!

10.Keep pellets and all other combustible materials a safe distance from the unit.

11.This unit will require floor protection if installed on a combustible surface. The minimum floor protector for this unit is 48” x 48”, which should give you at least six inches (6”) of protection at the rear and each side, and six inches (6”) minimum in the front of the unit.

12.Horizontal runs should not exceed four feet (4’) with a maximum vertical flue height of thirty-five feet (35’). At fifteen feet (15’), the pipe should be increased to four inch (4”) pellet vent pipe.

13.The stove will not operate using natural draft or without power source for the blower system and the fuel feed system, and must not be burned with any type of coal (only use wood pellets).

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14.This unit should be turned off and allowed to cool prior to cleaning. Any ashes should be kept in an airtight metal container and not disposed of until they are completely cooled (see Ash Removal and Disposal).

15.Read the instructions thoroughly, including instructions concerning the digital control board, and save them for future reference.

16.Do not allow paint, chemicals or construction dust on or near your unit. Do not allow liquid or ANY foreign materials on or inside your unit. Shut your unit down and cover it when painting, construction or similar activity is taking place. Wipe and clean your unit after any construction is done in your home, or if any foreign material gets on or inside your unit. You may also need to remove the rear and side cover plates to your unit (unplug unit first) and vacuum and clean the motors and inside of your unit.

17.Improper gasket maintenance, including failure to replace gaskets, can cause air leaks resulting in smoke-backs.

18.Remember that, as with any appliance, there is user responsibility involved, including installation, operation and maintenance of this product. Be sure to check local codes, and call Customer Service at [phone] if you have any questions.

19.Be sure to follow the directions of all manufacturers of third party products that you use, including exhaust pipe, etc. Never use gasoline, lantern fuel, charcoal lighter fluid, diesel fuel or any other flammable liquid to start the fire. If you manually start your unit, recommended fire starter materials are: Wax-impregnated wood chips, cardboard cubes or fire starter chips designed for pellet stoves (see section on Manually Starting Unit). Follow any manufacturer’s directions for these products, and NEVER place any fire starter on any hot surface or hot coals. Never apply any fire starter products of any kind to a hot surface or hot coals.

20.Basement Installation: We recommend basement installation be performed only by a professional installer. For basement installations, a 3” (three inch) pipe and coupler must be used for Outside Combustion Air, and a minimum clearance of 3’ (three feet) must be maintained from the ground to the pellet vent exhaust pipe outside the dwelling. Keep in mind that each

elbow used reduces draft by 15%; it is good practice to add 3’ (three feet) of vertical rise for each elbow used. Example: After the 2nd elbow used, have 6’ (six feet) of vertical rise before terminating your vent pipe.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This unit must be properly installed to prevent the possibility of a house fire or “smoke-back.” The instructions must be strictly adhered to.

Do not use makeshift methods or material which may compromise the installation.

Your unit requires periodic maintenance and cleaning (refer to manual). Failure to maintain your unit may lead to a variety of problems, including but not limited to smoke spillage into the home. England’s will not be liable for consequential or indirect damages to property or persons resulting from the use of this product.

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UNIT PREPARATION

1.Attach the spring handle to the door by turning it counterclockwise. Important: Also check hopper latch – must be tight so that the top is sealed to prevent back-burn.

2.Test your 110-volt outlet for current and then plug in the unit. (We highly recommend a surge protector for our pellet unit, as the control panel is electronic).

3.The stove has a digital read-out control board and is started by pressing the “ON” touch pad. This will start the auger and exhaust blower. The room air blower will start later as the stove reaches the pre-set blower temperature (see “Control Board” section for further explanation).

4.Check to be sure the auger and the exhaust blower are operating before connecting the unit to the flue system. Be sure to “dry run” your unit for 20 minutes before connecting it to the flue (it should stop automatically after 20 minutes).

5.This unit is designed to provide optimum proportions of fuel and air to the fire in order to burn free of smoke and soot. Any blockage of the air supply to or from the unit will seriously degrade its performance and will be evidenced by smoking exhaust and sooting window. For best operation the ash content of the pellet fuel should be less than 1%. Avoid high ash content fuels because this will rapidly fill up the burn pot and eventually cut off the combustion air supply.

Safety Tips

1.The unit will not run during a power outage. If an outage occurs check the unit for smoke spillage and open an outside door and window if any smoke spills into the room.

2.Disconnect the power cord before performing any maintenance or repairs on the unit. NOTE: Turning the unit “off” does not disconnect all power from the unit.

3.Do not unplug the unit if you suspect a malfunction. Turn the unit off, periodically inspect it and call customer service.

4.Do not open the door during the start up cycle and do not add pellets to the burn pot at any time, otherwise a dangerous condition could result.

5.The exhaust system should be checked, at a minimum, at least twice a year for any build up of soot or creosote.

6.The viewing door must be closed and latched during operation.

7.Your stove requires periodic maintenance and cleaning; failure to maintain your unit may lead to smoke spillage in your home.

8.This unit is designed and approved for pelletized wood fuel only; any other type of fuel burned in this unit will void the warranty and safety listing.

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INSTALLATION

FLUE SYSTEM

Caution: Follow the pipe manufacturer’s installation instructions and directions for passing through combustible walls and ceilings.

Be sure to check local codes in your area.

NOTE: See the installation drawing later in this manual (Illustration 1).

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

For any of these installations, keep in mind that each elbow used reduces draft by 15%; it is good practice to add 3’ (three feet) of vertical rise for each elbow used. Example: After the 2nd elbow used, have 6’ (six feet) of vertical rise before terminating your vent pipe.

Pellet Vent Pipe

The UL approved pellet vent pipe that we recommend is a twist lock system; however, it is still recommended that high temperature silicone (AC-RTV3) be used at each joint. England’s Stove

Works recommends the use of Simpson Dura-Vent twist-lock pipe (AC-3000 kit) -- (if you use other pipe, consult your local building codes and/or building inspectors, and secure each joint with at least three screws — see Important Information, above). Do not use “B” vent gas pipe or galvanized pipe with this unit. The pellet 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. For installations over 4000 ft. above sea level the exhaust should be vented with 4" pellet vent pipe (AC-3100 kit). Do not install a flue damper of any kind in this system, and do not connect this unit to a flue system serving another heating appliance.

Through the Wall

To vent the unit through the wall, connect the pipe adapter to the exhaust motor adapter. If the exhaust adapter is at least eighteen inches (18”) above ground level, a straight section of pellet pipe can be used to initially pass through the wall (see Illustration 1). Your dealer or our factory should be able to provide you with a kit that will handle most of this installation, which will include a wall thimble that will allow the proper clearances through a combustible wall. Once outside the structure, a threeinch (3”) clearance should be maintained to the outside wall and a clean out tee should be placed on the pipe that extends through the wall. We recommend a minimum of three feet (3’) of vertical pipe with a 90-degree turn away from the house. At this point, a one-foot (1’) section and horizontal cap will complete the installation (see Illustration 1).

A wall strap should be placed just below the last 90-degree section to make the system more stable. If you live in an area that has heavy snowfall, it is recommended the installation be taller than three feet (3’) to get above the snowdrift line.

The same type installation can be used if your stove is below ground level by adding the clean-out section and vertical pipe inside until ground level is reached. However, we recommend basement installation be performed only by a professional installer. For basement installations, a 3” (three inch) pipe and coupler must be used for Outside Combustion Air, and a minimum clearance of 3’ (three feet) must be maintained outside the dwelling from the ground to the Pellet Vent Exhaust Pipe.

The through-the-wall installation is the least expensive and simplest installation. In a through-the- wall installation you should be mindful of the snowdrift line, as well as dead grass and leaves. We recommend a three foot (3’) minimum vertical rise on the inside or the outside of the dwelling. Never terminate the end vent under a deck, in an alcove, under a window or between two windows.

Call [phone] to inquire about the AC-3000 Through-the-Wall Kit or the AC-3100 High Altitude Kit.

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Through the Ceiling

When venting the stove through the ceiling, the pipe is connected the same as through the wall, except the clean out tee is always on the inside of the house, and a 3” adapter is added before the clean-out tee. You must use the proper ceiling support flanges and roof flashing supplied by the pipe manufacturer -- follow the pipe manufacturer’s directions and Illustration 1 in this manual. It is important to note that if your vertical runs of pipe are more than fifteen feet (15’) at this point, the pellet vent pipe should be increased to four inches (4”) in diameter. Do not exceed four feet (4’) of pipe on a horizontal run, and do attempt to use the least number of elbows in the flue system. If an offset is used it is better to install a 45-degree elbow whenever possible. Please remember, installing elbows may inhibit your draft by up to 15% per elbow.

Existing Flue System

If you are replacing a wood stove with a pellet unit the chimney or pipe should be thoroughly cleaned before proceeding with the installation. The flue system should be either masonry or a UL approved pre-manufactured Class A flue system. The flue thimble should be either six inches (6”) or eight inches (8”) and the proper reducer (6” to 3” or 8” to 3”) can be purchased at your local dealer. Connect a three inch (3”) tee with clean-out to the pipe adapter -- seal this with high temperature silicone, then extend your pipe to the installed reducer at the thimble. If the thimble is in the ceiling, the pipe will go straight up, but if the thimble is in the wall another 90-degree elbow will be required to make the connection.

Outside Air (Outside Combustion Air Intake)

Outside air is mandatory for this unit to operate properly. This unit has been designed and tested with this connection, because so many homes are airtight and there is not adequate combustion air available inside the dwelling. The air intake pipe is located on the bottom side of the burn pot (from the rear) and measures 1 ½” inside diameter (I.D.). The connection can be made with a metal 1 7/8 ” I.D. coupler and pipe (see “Important Information” section of manual), and should exit through the wall. Be sure to secure the pipe to the unit with a clamp or aluminum tape. The outside end of the pipe should be covered (screened) to prevent foreign matter from entering the system. Our Outside Air Kit (Part Number PU-OAK) can be used. If the unit is located below ground level, you will need to run the pipe up and then outside the dwelling. NOTE: If the total run of the connection exceeds 6’, if more than 2 elbows are used, or if a basement installation, use 3” metal pipe (and coupler) instead. Note: If an older unit, measure the opening to determine what size pipe to use or couple to.

Mobile Home Installation

Secure the heater to the floor using the two holes in the unit base. If the unit is on a combustible surface, you will need to drill matching holes in the floor protection that you choose (see Floor Protection section). Do not disturb the structural integrity of the home, and be sure the unit is permanently electrically grounded to the chassis of your home. Remember that outside combustion air is mandatory, and not to install the unit in a sleeping room of the home.

Important Notes Concerning Installation:

*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 (800-245-6489) and/or consult a professional installer if you have any questions.

IMPORTANT: Improper hook-up (too much pipe, too many elbows, etc.) will cause the unit not to operate. Call Customer Service (800-245-6489) if you have questions about your hook-up or if your unit will not operate.

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Freestanding Pellet Installation

Caution: Follow the pipe manufacturer’s installation instructions and directions for passing through combustible walls and ceilings. Check local codes in your area.

Illustration 1

Must have minimum 3” adapter before tee for longer run.

For shorter run (such as Masonry Connection below), tee alone is acceptable.

Our Part AC-3000 is acceptable for through-the-wall installation. (AC-3100 for 4000+ ft. installations.)

Basement Installation should be performed by professional installer. Use 3” metal pipe and coupler for Outside Combustion Air. Minimum 3’ clearance from ground to the Pellet Vent Exhaust Pipe.

Masonry Connection

1.If 3” flue pipe exceeds 15’ in length, increase to 4” flue pipe for remaining flue connections.

2.Total flue length should not exceed 35’.

3.Horizontal run not to exceed 4’.

4.Floor protector required: Min. size 48” x 48”.

5.If the total run of outside air connection exceeds 6’, if more than 2 elbows are used, or if a basement install, use 3” metal pipe (and coupler) instead.

6.Outside Air is mandatory for proper safe operation.

FLOOR AND WALL PROTECTION

Floor Protection

If your floor is constructed of a non-combustible material such as brick or concrete, there is no need for floor protection. If the floor is constructed of a combustible material such as hardwood, linoleum, or carpet, then you will be required to use floor protection between the unit and the combustible. The protection should be U.L. approved or equal, and should be large enough to provide a minimum of six inches (6”) behind and on both sides of the stove. The clearance in front of the stove should be at least six inches (6”). This pellet unit will need a minimum 48” x 48” floor protector.

Wall Protection

From the rear and the sides of this stove, twelve inches (12”) of clearance is required to paneling, wallpaper, drywall or other combustibles. The pellet vent pipe would require the standard three inches (3”) clearance, or as recommended by the manufacturer. Normally additional wall protection is not required with this type unit.

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