Pacific energy ALDERLEA T6 Installation Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDE

SERIAL #

ALDERLEA T6 CAST IRON WOOD STOVE

MODEL: ALDERLEA T6

If this stove is not properly installed, a house  re may result. For your safety,
follow the installation instructions. Contact local building or  re officials about
restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.

Keep these instructions for future reference.

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SERIES: B

SAFETY NOTICE

5055.3272AS

NOTE:
WE STRONGLY
RECOMMEND THAT
SMOKE DETECTORS BE
INSTALLED.

If smoke detectors have been previ­ously installed, you may notice that
they are operating more frequently.
This may be due to curing of stove
paint or fumes caused by accidentally
leaving the  re door open. Do not
disconnect the detectors. If neces­sary, relocate them to reduce their
sensitivity.

SAFETY NOTICE:

If this stove is not
properly installed, a
house  re may result.
For your safety,
follow the installation
instructions. Contact
local building or
fire officials about
restrictions and
installation inspection
requirements in your
area.

Contents

Contents ....................................................................................... 2

Safety and Maintenance .............................................................. 3

Maintenance Checks ................................................................... 4

Formation and Need for Removal .......................................................... 5

Chimney Fires ........................................................................................ 5

Avoiding a Chimney Fire ........................................................................ 5

Creosote ....................................................................................... 5

Appliance Dimensions ................................................................ 6

Outside Air Opening Dimensions .............................................. 6

If You Suspect a Chimney Fire ............................................................... 6

In Case of a Chimney Fire ..................................................................... 6

Installation .................................................................................... 7

Clearances ............................................................................................ 8

Minimum Clearances to Combustibles .................................................. 8

Floor Protector ............................................................................. 8

Chimney and Connector ........................................................................ 9

Installation Procedure ............................................................................ 9

Firebrick Installation Instructions ............................................ 10

Combustion Air ...........................................................................11

Operation .................................................................................... 12

Wood Selection.....................................................................................12

How to Test Your Wood .........................................................................13

Lighting for the First Time .....................................................................13

Lighting a Fire .......................................................................................13

Normal Operation .................................................................................13

Restarting After Extended or Overnight Burns ......................................14

Proper Draft ..........................................................................................14

Ash Removal ........................................................................................14

Disposal of Ashes .................................................................................15

Baffle Removal ........................................................................... 15

Removal ................................................................................................15

Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 16

Replacement Parts .................................................................... 17

Compliance Plate ....................................................................... 19

Please read this entire manual before
you install and use your new room
heater. Failure to follow instructions
may result in property damage, bodily
injury, or even death.

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Safety and Maintenance

1. Burn only dry, well seasoned wood. The denser or heavier the wood when dry, the
greater its heat value. This is why hardwoods are generally preferred.

wood should not be used, as it will reduce heat output, as well as contributing
signi cantly to creosote buildup.

2. Remove ashes frequently and only when the stove is cold. Too much ash could cause
embers to roll out the door when it is opened. This may pose a  re hazard. For proper
operation, maintain a 25mm minimum ash base.

3. If glass becomes darkened from slow burning or poor wood, it can readily be cleaned with
 replace glass cleaner when stove is cold. Never scrape with an object or use abrasive
cleaners that might scratch the glass. The type and amount of deposit on the glass is
a good indication of the  ue pipe and chimney buildup. A light brown dusty deposit that
is easily wiped off usually indicates good combustion and dry, well-seasoned wood,
therefore relatively clean pipes and chimney. On the other hand, a black greasy deposit
that is difficult to remove is a result of wet and green wood and too slow a burning rate.
This will also create heavy deposit buildup in the chimney.

4. DOOR GASKETS - The gasket used by Paci c Energy (8mm medium density  berglass
rope) requires only light pressure to seal. This will prolong seal life. It is important that
the door seal be maintained in good condition. Periodically inspect seals and replace
if necessary. Follow instructions included in the door gasket kit obtainable from your
nearest Paci c Energy dealer.

Green or wet

WARNING:
Never use chemicals or any other volatile
liquid to start a  re. Do not burn garbage,
or  ammable  uids such as gasoline,
naptha, or engine oil. We strongly
recommend that smoke detectors be
installed.

WARNING:
Only use materials and components sup­plied or speci ed by manufacturer when
doing maintenence or replacements.

5. DOOR GLASS - Do not slam loading door or otherwise impact glass. When closing
door, make sure that no logs protrude to impact the glass. If the glass gets cracked
or broken, it must be replaced before using the stove. Replacement glass can be
obtained from your dealer. Use ceramic glass only. Do not substitute with any other

type.

GLASS SIZE - 511mm x 302mm x 5mm

To remove broken glass, undo the four retaining screws and remove clamps, noting position
for re-assembly. Remove all particles of glass. Be careful as they are very sharp. Install
new glass complete with gasket. Replace clamps and screws.

6. Do not store wood within heater installation clearances, or within the space required
for fuel loading and ash removal. Keep the area around the heater clean and free of
loose combustibles, furniture, newspapers, etc.

7. If the heater requires cleaning, use mild soap and water only. Use of abrasive cleaners

will void warranty.

8. Establish a routine for fuelling and  ring the heater. Check daily for creosote buildup
until experience shows how often you need to clean the chimney to be safe.

9. Be aware that the hotter the  re, the less creosote is deposited. Weekly cleaning may
be necessary in mild weather, even though monthly cleaning is usually enough in the
coldest months when burning rates are higher.

10. Instruct all members of your family on the safe operation of the heater. Ensure they
have enough knowledge of the entire system if they are expected to operate it. Study
the section on chimney  res and the importance of following the steps outlined "In Case
of Chimney Fire".

CAUTION:

• do not overtighten, tighten screws very
carefully

• do not clean glass when hot

• do not use abrasive cleaners on glass

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Maintenance Checks

Check the following parts for damage such as cracks, excessive corrosion, burned out sections
and excessive warping: (See website for descriptions and more detail)

Weekly:

- Firebrick - Visual, for cracking.

- Door Gasket - sagging, placement, damage.

Monthly

- Brick rail tabs and brick rails.

- Air riser tube in the back of the  rebox.

- Back side of airwash chamber.

- Baffle locking pin.

- Boost tube cover.

When Cleaning the
Chimney System:

- Top baffle board/blanket.

- Baffle.

- Top heat shield and mounting bolt.

- Baffle Gasket.

- Brick Rails.

- Manifold.

**- Some warping of the baffle is normal(up to 1/4” or .65cm).

- Replace if the baffle has permanent warping greater than this or has cracking or breakage.

- Please contact your Dealer if you experience any of the damage listed above. Continuing to
operate your stove with broken parts may accelerate damage to other parts and may void your
warranty

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Creosote

Formation and Need for Removal

When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapours, which combine
with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapours condense in the relatively
cool chimney  ue of a slow burning  re. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the
 ue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot  re.

The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected periodically (at least once every
two months) during the heating season to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred. If
creosote has accumulated (3 mm. or more), it should be removed to reduce the risk of a
chimney  re.

1. Highest smoke densities occur when a large amount of wood is added to a bed of hot
coals and the air inlet is closed. The heated wood generates smoke, but without ample
air, the smoke cannot burn. Smoke-free, clean burning requires leaving the air inlet
relatively wide open, especially during the  rst 10 to 30 minutes after each loading, when
most of the smoke generating reactions are occurring. After 30 minutes or once the
wood is fully charred, the air inlet can be turned down substantially without excessive
smoke generation. Wood coals create very little creosote-producing smoke.

2. The cooler the surface over which the wood smoke is passing, the more creosote will
be condensed. Wet or green wood contributes signi cantly to creosote formation as the
excess moisture that is boiled off cools the  re, making it difficult for the tars and gases
to ignite, thus creating dense smoke and poor combustion. This moisture-laden smoke
cools the chimney, compounding the problem by offering the smoke the ideal place to
condense.

In summary, a certain amount of creosote is inevitable and must be lived with. Regular

inspection and cleaning is the solution. The use of dry, seasoned wood and ample
combustion air will help to minimize the buildup.

Chimney Fires

Excessive creosote build-up can cause a chimney  re. Creosote comes from tar and organic
vapours released from a slow burning wood  re. Flammable creosote will condense and
accumulate in the lining of a relatively cool chimney. When ignited, this creosote can result
in an extremely hot  re.

Avoiding a Chimney Fire

There are two ways to avoid chimney  res:

1. Keep your chimney clear of creosote build-up by cleaning your chimney before each
burn season, and as necessary (accumulations of 3 mm or more) during the

season.

2. Burn clean, well-seasoned wood only (seasoned at least one year). Avoid wet or

green wood.

3. Do not burn household trash, cardboard, plastics, construction lumber, treated or

beach wood (salt from beach wood will corrode your  replace and void your
warranty).

4. Do not leave the air inlet wide-open for extended periods of time.

5. Keep a  re extinguisher handy.

6. Prepare a home evacuation plan with a place outside where everyone

is to meet.

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If You Suspect a Chimney Fire

Signs of a chimney  re may be one or more of the following:

1. A roaring sound

2. Vibration of the chimney

3. Flames and sparks shooting out of the top of the chimney

In Case of a Chimney Fire

1. Immediately close the air inlets on the stove.

2. Evacuate the home, and call the local  re department.

3. After the chimney  re has been extinguished, the chimney must be cleaned and
checked for stress and cracking before starting another  re. Also check combustibles
around the chimney and roof.

Appliance Dimensions

Fig #1

743mm

Outside Air Opening Dimensions

C

Fig #1a

9.5mm

*

C

L

*

L

105mm

OUTSIDE AIR INLET

730mm

216mm

757mm

* CENTERLINE OF CHIMNEY
OUTLET

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