US Stove B866564 User Manual
MODEL: AP5660
Industrial Park Rd.,
This product can expose you to chemicals including carbon monoxide, which
is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and/or other
Ce produit peut vous exposer à des agents chimiques, y compris au monoxyde de
carbone, lesquels sont reconnus dans l’État de la Californie comme causant le cancer et
des malformations congénitales ou autres dommages au fœtus. Pour obtenir plus de
renseignements, veuillez consulter le site www.P65warnings.ca.gov
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS MANUAL WILL HELP YOU TO OBTAIN EFFICIENT, DEPENDABLE SERVICE FROM THE HEATER, AND ENABLE YOU
TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS CORRECTLY. KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
• Please read this entire manual before installation and use of
this appliance. Failure to follow these instructions could result
in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.
• Contact your local building or re ofcials about obtaining
permits, restrictions and installation inspection requirements in
your area.
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
• If your heater is not properly installed, a house 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 re ofcials 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.
ALL PICTURES SHOWN ARE FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY.
ACTUAL PRODUCT MAY VARY DUE TO PRODUCT ENHANCEMENT.
Report #: F19-548
Certied to ASTM E1509-12 ( 2017),
and Certied to ULC S627, 2000,
and (UM) 84-HUD
This unit is not intended to be used as a
primary source of heat.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Certied to comply with 2020
particulate emissions standards.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
R
This manual is subject to change without notice.
United States Stove Company
PO Box 151, 227
South Pittsburg, TN 37380
PH: (800) 750-2723
www.usstove.com
reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov
852334J-0503J
Safety Precautions
• 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 efcient operation.
• Install vent at clearances specied by the vent
manufacturer.
• Do not connect the pellet vent to a vent serving any
other appliance or stove.
• Do not install a ue damper in the exhaust venting
system of this unit.
• Use of outside air is not required for this unit.
• Contact your local building ofcials 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),
• Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel,
kerosene, charcoal lighter uid, or similar liquids to
start or ’freshen up’ a re 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 oor of your home;
incase of accidental re 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
* This appliance is a freestanding heater. It is not intended to be attached to any type of ducting. It is not a
furnace.
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 tting lid. The closed
container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible surface or on the ground, well away
from all combustible materials, pending nal 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 trafc 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 airow 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 ammable 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 oor. WARNING—THIS UNIT MUST NOT BE
INSTALLED IN THE BEDROOM (per HUD requirements).
CAUTION—The structural integrity of the mobile home
oor, 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.
2
Specications
Heating Specications
Fuel Burn Rate* (lowest setting) 1.5 lbs./hr.
Hopper Capacity 45 lbs. (kg)
* 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 30.50 in. (774.6 mm)
Width 24.25 in. (615.9 mm)
Depth 26.19 in. (665.2 mm)
Electrical Specications
Electrical Rating 115-120 volts, 60 HZ, 3.0 Amps
Watts (operational) 180W
Watts (igniter running) 346W
This manual describes the installation and operation of the Ashley, AP5660 pellet stove. This heater meets the 2020
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s crib wood emission limits for woodheaters sold after May 15, 2020. Under
specic EPA test conditions burning Douglas Fir dimensional lumber this heater has been shown to deliver heat
at a rate of 11,155 to 24,361 Btu/hr. This heater achieved a particulate emissions rate of 1.9 g/hr when tested to
method ASTM E 2779 / EPA Method 28R (*and an efciency of 62%).
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 re.
Do not over 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 is Certied to ASTM E1509-12 (2017), and Certied to ULC S627, 2000,
and (UM) 84-HUD.
WARNING: It is against federal regulations to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with the
operating instructions in the owner’s manual.
3
Installation
Figure 5
2”
FLOOR
PROTECTION
USA 6”
CANADA 8”
USA 6”
CANADA 18”
Figure 5
Figure 5
2”
FLOOR
PROTECTION
USA 6”
CANADA 8”
USA 6”
CANADA 18”
Attention: DO NOT vent under any porch, deck, awning, or in any semi enclosed or roofed area. Doing so
may result in unpredictable airow at the vent cap under certain conditions and can affect the performance
of your stove, as well as, other unforeseeable issues.
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 specic installation details for clearances and other
installation requirements)
A Freestanding Unit—supported by pedestal/legs and placed on a non-combustible 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 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 certied 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 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 oor protector must extend 2” (51mm) beyond each side of the exhaust
vent. This applies to both freestanding heaters and insert heaters.
2”
USA 6”
CANADA 8”
Alcove Dimensions
40”
36”
2”
35”
FLOOR
PROTECTION
6”
BACK WALL
FLOOR PROTECTION
USA 6”
CANADA 18”
4
USA 6”
CANADA 8”
USA 6”
CANADA 18”
FLOOR PROTECTION
This heater must have a non-combustible oor protector (ember protection) installed beneath it if the oor is
of combustible material. If a oor pad is used, it should be UL listed or equal. The oor pad or non-combustible
surface should be large enough to cover at least the area under the product and 6” (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”
oor protector. Floor protection must extend under and 2 in. (50.8mm) to each side of the chimney tee for an
interior vertical installation.
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 1/4” thick is recommended for this installation.
VENTING REQUIREMENTS
• Install vent at clearances specied by the vent manufacturer.
• Do not connect the pellet vent to a vent serving any other appliance or stove.
• Do not install a 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 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 backpufng 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 ensure 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.
5
PELLET VENT INSTALLATION
The installation must include a clean-out tee to enable collection of y ash and to permit periodic cleaning of the
exhaust system. 90-degree elbows accumulate y ash and soot thereby reducing exhaust 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. Non-combustible 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 sun deck 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.
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).
VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES
G
Step 1
Pull the factory installed wires out
of the top of the stove. There will
be two wire harnesses, as shown.
6
Assembly Instructions
Step 2
Unpack the top mount controls and
ensure that the wiring harness shown
is attached securely.
Step 4
Attach the control panel to the top of the stove, as shown.
Step 5
Secure with two sheet metal screws.
Connect the factory installed
wiring harnesses to the control
panel as shown.
Step 3
Installation
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 efcient 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 nd proper clearance measurements in 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 if “PL” or “L”
vent pipe is used throughout existing chimney. 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 certied for use with listed 3 inch or 4 inch “PL” or “L” pellet venting products. 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.
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 buttery valve that is preset to maximum air intake. For optimum
operating efciency you may calibrate the buttery 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.
7
Installation
THROUGH THE WALL INSTALLATION (RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION)
Canadian installations must conform to CAN/CSA-B365. To vent the unit through the wall, connect the pipe
adapter to the exhaust motor adapter. If the exhaust adapter is at least 18 in.(457mm) above ground level, a
straight section of pellet vent pipe can be used through the wall.
Your heater dealer 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 clearance through a combustible wall. Once outside the structure,
a 3 in.(76mm) clearance should be maintained from the outside wall and a clean out tee should be placed on
the pipe with a 90-degree turn away from the house. At this point, a 3ft (0.91m) (minimum) section of pipe should
be added with a horizontal cap, which would complete the installation.
A support bracket should be placed just below the termination cap or one every 4ft (1.22m) to make the system
more stable. If you live in an area that has heavy snowfall, it is recommended that the installation be taller than 3ft
(0.91m) to get above the snowdrift line. This same installation can be used if your heater is below ground level by
simply adding the clean-out section and vertical pipe inside until ground level is reached. With this installation you
have to be aware of the snowdrift line, dead grass, and leaves. We recommend a 3ft (0.91m) minimum vertical
rise on the inside or outside of the house.
The “through the wall” installation is the least expensive and simplest installation. Never terminate the end vent
under a deck, in an alcove, under a window, or between two windows.
THROUGH THE ROOF/CEILING
INSTALLATION
When venting the heater 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 in.(76mm)
adapter is added before the clean-out tee.
You must use the proper ceiling support
anges and roof ashing (supplied by
the pipe manufacturer; follow the pipe
manufacturer’s directions). It is important
to note that if your vertical run of pipe is
more than 15ft (4.57m), the pellet vent pipe
size should be increased to 4 in. (102mm) in
diameter.
Do not exceed more than 4ft (1.22m) of pipe
on a horizontal run and use as few elbows as
possible. If an offset is required, it is better
to install 45-degree elbows rather than
90-degree elbows.
TYPICAL THROUGH THE WALL INSTALLATION
8
16.83
10.02
FRESH AIR INTAKE
EXHAUST PIPE
17.06
11.47
Installation
OUTSIDE AIR SUPPLY
(OPTIONAL, UNLESS INSTALLING IN A MOBILE HOME)
Depending on your location and home construction, outside air
may be necessary for optimal performance.
Metal pipe (solid or exible) must be used for the outside air
installation. PVC pipe is NOT approved and should NEVER be
used.
A wind shield over the termination of the outside air pipe or a
90-degree elbow or bend away from the prevailing winds MUST
be used when an outside air pipe is installed through the side of a
building. The outside air termination MUST be at least 1ft (0.305m)
away from the exhaust system termination.
The outside air pipe on your heater is 2” (50.8mm) OD. The outside
air connecting pipe must be at least 2” (50.8mm) ID. The outside
air connection used MUST NOT restrict the amount of air available
to your heater. The outside air connecting pipe must be as short
and free of bends as possible, and it must t over, not inside, the
outside air connection to the heater.
NOTE: Dimensions from the oor to your stoves inlet/exhaust
pipes are approximate and may vary depending on your
installation.
EXHAUST/INLET LOCATIONS
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. 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 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.
TYPICAL FRESH AIR TERMINATION
HEARTH PAD
FLOORING
STEEL FRAME
1/4” LAG BOLTS,
SECURELY FASTENED
GROUND WIRE, DIRECTLY
TO METAL CHASSIS
NOTE: Only the free standing model is
approved for installation into a mobile
home.
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.
CAUTION: The structural integrity of the manufactured home oor, wall, and ceiling/roof must be maintained.
9
Level / Temp
Manual
T-Stat
Appliance Controls
PANEL/REMOTE 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 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 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”.
C. °C / °F BUTTON
• The °C / °F button changes the two digit display
from degrees Celsius to degrees Fahrenheit.
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 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.
10
Operation
• DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO START THE FIRE - Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel,
kerosene, charcoal lighter uid, or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a 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. DO NOT BURN:
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 re starters made from paper, cardboard, saw dust, wax and similar substances for the
purpose of starting a re in an affected wood heater.
Burning these materials may result in release of toxic fumes or render the heater ineffective and cause smoke.
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 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 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:
13. 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 nes.
14. Binders – Some pellets are produced with materials to hold the together, or “bind” them.
15. 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 rebox, and then
reinstall burn pot. Clean door glass if necessary (a dry cloth or paper towel is usually sufcient). Never use abrasive
cleaners on the glass or door. Check fuel in the hopper, and rell 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 rst few res, your stove will emit an odor as the high temperature paint cures or becomes
seasoned to the metal. Maintaining smaller res will minimize this. Avoid placing items on stove top during this
period because paint could be affected.
11
THE FIRESTARTER
1. Fill hopper and clean burn pot.
2. Press “On/Off” button. Make sure green light comes on.
3. 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 re is established adjust for desired ame increasing the
amount the damper is open as the heat setting is increased. (See “DAMPER CONTROL”)
4. Adjust feed rate to desired setting by pressing “Heat Level Advance” button.
If 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 efciency 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 re’s appearance. A low, reddish, dirty re can be improved by
turning the dampener slightly to the right. A “blow torch” 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 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 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.
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
The 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 ashing “E3”
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.
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 rebox temperatures have fallen to a preset level.
12
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.
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.
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.
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 efciently 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 specic 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.
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 ue gas may result.
• Attempts to achieve heat output rates that exceed heater design specications can result in permanent
damage to the heater.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
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 ue or a
newly started re or from a slow-burning re. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the ue lining. When
ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot re, which may damage the chimney or even destroy the house.
Despite their high efciency, 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 ow. It should therefore be periodically removed.
Inspection and Removal – The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected by a qualied person annually
or per ton of pellets to determine if a creosote or y ash build-up has occurred. If creosote has accumulated, it
should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney re. 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 specically designed for
the type of chimney in use. A qualied 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.
13
WARNING: FAILURE TO PROPERLY MAINTENANCE THE CLEAN OUTS WILL RESULT
IN POOR PERFORMANCE OF THIS STOVE.
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 before performing this procedure.
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 y ash out of the heat exchanger. The clean outs are located inside the cabinet doors, on the lower
front corners of the heat exchanger. It is imperative that they be cleaned out at a minimum of once per
month. To access these clean outs, you must remove both side panels. The clean outs are secured to the
rebox with (2) 5/16” screws. Remove the clean outs and vacuum out any accumulated ash. This should be
done at least once per month or more frequently if large amounts of ash are noticed while cleaning or if the
stove does not seem to be burning properly
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
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.
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.
HEAT
EXCHANGER
CLEANER
HANDLE
LOCATING THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDE CLEANOUTS (CLEAN THOROUGHLY)
CLEANOUTS
GASKET
COVER
RIGHT
SIDE
COVER
CLEANOUTS
GASKET
LEFT
SIDE
14
LOCATING THE FRONT CLEANOUTS (CLEAN ANNUALLY)
1. Remove the front glass by releasing the two latches attaching it to the unit. They are located behind the
right side panel.
2. Remove the two side brick panels.
3. Remove the two interior side panels.
FRONT
CLEANOUTS
15
Maintenance
Figure 27
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.
Circulation Fan
CHECK AND CLEAN THE HOPPER
Check the hopper periodically to determine if there is any sawdust (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.
Auger Motor
Exhaust Fan
Igniter
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 high-temperature 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.
DO NOT abuse the door glass by striking, slamming or similar trauma. Do not operate the stove with the glass
removed, cracked or broken.
16
Maintenance
FALL START UP
Prior to starting the rst re of the heating season, check the outside area around the exhaust and air intake
systems for obstructions. Clean and remove any 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 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 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 Weekly Monthly or as needed
Burn Pot Stirred Empty
Combustion Chamber Brushed
Ashes Check Empty
Interior Chambers Vacuumed
Combustion Blower Blades Vacuumed / Brushed
Convection Blower Impeller Vacuumed / Brushed
Vent System Cleaned
Gaskets Inspected
Glass Wiped/Cleaned
Hopper (end of season) Emptied and vacuumed
Heat Exchanger Tubes Bi-Weekly
ASH REMOVAL - FREESTANDING UNIT
Remove the ashes periodically to avoid unnecessary ash build up. Ash removal is as follows:
1. Let re burn out and allow unit cool to room temperature.
2. Clean the heat exchanger tubes (see Heat Exchanger Cleaning section) – Make sure Pellet Stove is at room
temperature before touching .
3. Open the ash pan door, remove the burn pot and empty into metal container.
4. Vacuum to remove ashes from the rebox.
5. BE SURE THAT ASHES ARE COOL TO THE TOUCH BEFORE VACUUMING. Some vacuum cleaners may leak ash
into the room. Your vacuum cleaner should have a special lter or bag to eliminate leakage.
6. Remove ash pan and dispose of ashes into metal container.
7. Reinstall ash pan.
8. Reinstall burn pot.
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.
17
Loading...