Pacific energy Alderlea T4, T4 CLASSIC Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
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KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
Alderlea T4
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
- AUSTRALIA
SERIAL #
AUSTRALIA
SAFETY NOTICE
If this stove is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the
installation instructions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and
installation inspection requirements in your area.
MODEL: ALDERLEA T4, T4 CLASSIC
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SERIES - C
5055.302AS
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 fire
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 fire 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 ..............................................................................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. Green or wet wood will cause
a rapid buildup of creosote. If you feel it is necessary to burn wet or unseasoned wood, do so
only with the air inlet set open enough to maintain a good strong fire and fairly high chimney
temperatures. Do not attempt to burn overnight using green wood or wet wood. Wet wood
will reduce heat output, as well as contributing significantly 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 fire 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
fireplace 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 flue 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 on this stove (8mm medium density fiberglass 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 Pacific Energy dealer.
WARNING:
Never use chemicals or any other volatile
liquid to start a fire. Do not burn garbage, or
flammable fluids such as gasoline,
naptha, or engine oil. We strongly
recommend that smoke detectors be installed.
WARNING:
Only use materials supplied 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 – 413mm x 267mm x 5mm
To remove broken glass, undo the four retaining screws and remove clamps, noting posi-
tion 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 firing 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 fire, 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
fires 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 firebox.
- 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 flue of a
slow burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited, this
creosote makes an extremely hot fire.
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 fire.
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 first 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 significantly to creosote formation as the excess
moisture that is boiled off cools the fire, 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 fire. Creosote comes from tar and organic vapours
released from a slow burning wood fire. Flammable creosote will condense and accumulate in the
lining of a relatively cool chimney. When ignited, this creosote can result in an extremely hot fire.
Avoiding a Chimney Fire
There are two ways to avoid chimney fires:
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 fireplace and void your
warranty).
4. Do not leave the air inlet wide-open for extended periods of time.
5. Keep a fire extinguisher handy.
6. Prepare a home evacuation plan with a place outside where everyone
is to meet.
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32mm
105mm
OUTSIDE AIR INLET
79mm
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If You Suspect a Chimney Fire
Signs of a chimney fire 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 fire department.
3. After the chimney fire has been extinguished, the chimney must be cleaned and checked for
stress and cracking before starting another fire. Also check combustibles around the chimney
and roof.
We recommend that our woodburning hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals
who are certified in the U.S. by the National Fireplace Institute® (NFI) as NFI woodburning Specialists
or who are certified in Canada by
Wood Energy Technical Training (WETT).
Appliance Dimensions
Fig #1
660mm
Outside Air Opening Dimensions
Fig #1a
*
*
527mm
146mm
714mm
* CENTERLINE OF CHIMNEY
OUTLET
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