Avalon Pellet Stove Manual
Astoria
Pellet Stove
• Horizontal Or Vertical Vent
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• Class A Chimney Retrofit
• Hearth Stove into Existing Masonry Chimney , Masonry Fireplace, or Z.C. Fireplace
- - Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuelburning room heater. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage bodily injury or even d e a t h .
- - Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
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Installer: After installation give this manual to the
Copyright 2007, T.I. | $10.00 | 4051227 | 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW | |
Mukilteo, WA 98275 |
2 | Introduction |
Introduction
We welcome you as a new owner of an Astoria pellet heater. In purchasing an Astoria you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Astoria is one of the finest home heaters the world over. This manual will explain the installation, operation, and maintenance of this
Important Information
No other Astoria heater has the same serial number as yours. The serial number is on the hopper lid.
This serial number will be needed in case you require service of any type.
Model: Astoria
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Purchased From:
Mail your Warranty Card Today, and Save Your Bill of S a l e .
To receive full warranty coverage, you will need to show evidence of the date you purchased your heater. Do not mail your Bill of Sale to us.
We suggest that you attach your Bill of Sale to this page so that you will have all the information you need in one place should the need for service or information occur.
Table of Contents | 3 |
Introduction | |
Introduction ........................... | 2 |
Important Information ..................... | 2 |
Safety Precautions | |
Safety Precautions ...................... | 4 |
Specifications | |
Heating Specifications .................... | 6 |
Dimensions............................ | 6 |
Electrical Specifications................... | 6 |
Fuel................................. | 6 |
EPA Compliance ........................ | 6 |
Installation | |
Before you Begin ........................ | 7 |
Packing List........................... | 7 |
Installation Options...................... | 7 |
Planning the Installation ................... | 7 |
Stove Placement ........................ | 7 |
Floor Protection Requirements............... | 7 |
Clearances - Straight Installation ............. | 8 |
Clearances - Corner Installation.............. | 8 |
Venting the Pellet Stove ................... | 9 |
Maximum Venting Distance ............... | 9 |
Pellet Vent Type...................... | 10 |
Installing the Pellet Vent................. | 10 |
Pellet Vent Termination.................. | 10 |
Mobile Home Requirements ................. | 11 |
Outside Air ............................ | 11 |
Alcove Installation Requirements ............. | 12 |
Baffle Installation........................ | 12 |
Door Seal Verification ..................... | 12 |
Restrictor Adjustment ..................... | 12 |
Installation Example: Direct 'Through the Wall' .... | 13 |
Installation Example: Interior Vertical........... | 14 |
Installation Example: Type A Chimney Retrofit..... | 15 |
Installation Example: Masonry Fireplace......... | 16 |
Installation Example: | 17 |
Installation Example: Freestanding Masonry Chim.. | 18 |
Operation | |
Safety Notice .......................... | 19 |
Location of Controls ...................... | 19 |
Starting the Heater for the First Time........... | 19 |
Curing the Paint ...................... | 19 |
Priming the Auger ..................... | 19 |
Loading Pellets......................... | 20 |
The Two Modes of Operation ................ | 20 |
Operation (continued) | |
Manual Mode........................... | 21 |
Auto Mode ............................ | 22 |
Restrictor Adjustment ..................... | 23 |
Adjusting the Fan Speed................... | 23 |
24 | |
'AUGER ON' Light....................... | 24 |
'FAULT' Light .......................... | 24 |
Power Outages......................... | 24 |
Maintenance | |
Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove)..... | 25 |
Inspect the Burn ...................... | 25 |
Make Sure Pellets are not Piling Up.......... | 25 |
Check Firepot for Clinkers ................ | 26 |
Cleaning the Firepot.................... | 26 |
Opening the Door ........................ | 27 |
28 | |
Clean the Heat Exchange Tubes............ | 28 |
Vacuum Hopper ...................... | 28 |
Clean the Gold Door.................... | 28 |
Clean the Baffles...................... | 29 |
Sweep Ash Into Ashpan................. | 30 |
Check Ashpan, Dispose if Necessary........ | 31 |
Clean the Glass ...................... | 31 |
Yearly Maintenance (or every two tons)......... | 32 |
Clean the Exhaust Duct ................. | 32 |
Clean the Exhaust Blower ................ | 33 |
Clean the Vent ....................... | 33 |
Door Seal........................... | 34 |
Door Alignment ....................... | 34 |
Adjusting the Door Hinge and Latch.......... | 35 |
Check for Air Leaks - Door, Glass and Ashpan .. | 36 |
Replacement Parts....................... | 36 |
Normal Operating Sounds | |
Normal Operating Sounds.................. | 37 |
Safety Label | |
Safety Label ........................... | 38 |
Warranty | |
Warranty ............................. | 39 |
Optional Equipment | |
Thermostat ............................ | 40 |
Pellet Log ............................. | 41 |
Index | |
Index................................ | 42 |
•Do not operate the heater if you smell smoke coming from the heater. Turn the MODE switch to 'OFF', monitor your heater, and call your dealer .
•Never use gasoline,
start or 'freshen up' a fire in this heater. Keep all such liquids well away from the heater while it is in use.
•Do not unplug the heater if you suspect a malfunction. Turn the MODE SWITCH to 'OFF' and periodically inspect the heater.
•Never try to repair or replace any part of the heater unless instructions are given in this manual. All other work should be done by a trained technician.
•The viewing door and ashpan must be closed and latched during operation.
•Never block free airflow through the open vents of the unit
•Do not operate the heater if the flame becomes dark & sooty of if the firepot overfills with pellets. Turn the MODESWITCHto 'OFF' and periodically inspect the heater (see 'Running Your Heater').
•Contact your local building officials to obtain a permit and information on any installation restrictions or inspection requirements in your area. Notify your insurance company of this heater as well.
•The exhaust system must be completely airtight and properly installed. The pellet vent joints must be sealed with RTV 500o F. (260o C.) silicone sealant.
•This unit must be properly installed to prevent the possibility of a house fire. The instructions must be strictly adhered to. Do not use makeshift methods or compromise in the installation.
•Your heater requires periodic maintenance and cleaning (see 'Maintaining Your Heater'). Failure to maintain your heater may lead to smoke spillage in your home.
•Allow the heater to cool before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning. Ashes must be disposed in a metal container with a tight lid and placed on a
•This heater is designed and approved for pelletized wood fuel only. Any other type of fuel burned in this heater will void the warranty and safety listing (see page 6 for details).
Safety Precautions | 5 |
•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.
• | Keep foreign objects out |
? | of the hopper. |
Mobile
Home
•Disconnect the power cord before performing any maintenance.
N O T E :
Turning the Mode Switch to 'OFF' does not disconnect all power to the heater.
• 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.
• Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near the heater. Because this heater can be controlled by a thermostat there is a possibility of the heater turning on and igniting any items placed on or near it.
•This heater must be connected to a standard 115 V., 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.
Avalon Wood Pellet Stove
•When installed in a mobile home, the heater must be bolted to the floor, have outside air, and NOT BE
INSTALLED IN THE BEDROOM (Per H.U.D. requirements). Check with local building officials.
•The exhaust system should be checked twice a year minimum for any
•Do not touch the hot surfaces of the heater. Educate all children of the danger of a hightemperature heater. Young children should be supervised when they are in the same room as the heater.
•Travis Industries, Inc. grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or maintenance of your heater, and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage(s).
6 | Specifications | |
Heating Specifications: | ||
Approximate Maximum Heating Capacity (in square feet)*................. | 800 to 2,250 Sq. Feet | |
Burn Rate (Pounds per Hour)**.................................... | 1.7 to 5.5 | |
Maximum Burn Time on Low Burn** ................................ | 67.5 Hours | |
Hopper Capacity.............................................. | 115 Pounds |
*Heating capacity will vary depending on the home's floor plan, degree of insulation, and the outside temperature. It is also affected by the fuel size, quality, and moisture level.
**Small pellets will increase or decrease the stated burn rates and burn times. Differences of plus or minus 20% depending on fuel quality may occur.
Dimensions:
Center | |
Line | |
This tab is for | |
the scraper | 4' |
rod tool. | |
Diameter | |
Exhaust | |
Air Inlet | 1/2' |
Outside | |
Diameter) | |
28' | |
Weight: 250 Lbs. | |
Electrical Specifications: | |
Electrical Rating............................................ | 115 Volts, 3.6 Amps, 60 Hz |
Watts During | 400 (approximately) |
Watts During Operation...................................... | 180 (approximately) |
Fuel:
The unit is designed for wood pellets that comply with the standards set by the Association of Pellet Fuel Industry (density of at least 40 lbs. per cubic foot, 1/4' to 5/16' diameter, length no greater than
BTU's/lb., moisture under 8% by weight, ash under 1% by weight, and salt under 300 parts per million). If the fuel does not comply to this standard, the unit may not operate as designed.
N O T E: This heater may use alternative fuel if equipped with the
EPA Compliance:
This heater has been tested exempt from EPA Phase II Requirements by OMNI Test Labs.
Installation | 7 |
Before You Begin
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE THIS HEATER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.
Check with local building officials for any permits required for installation of this pellet heater and notify your insurance company before proceeding with installation.
Packing List
• Thermostat & Wire | • Scraper Rod Tool • Brush • Fuses (2) |
Installation Options:
•Residential or Mobile Home (see the section 'Mobile Home Requirements')
•Alcove Compatible (see the section 'Alcove Installation')
•Horizontal or Vertical Vent
•Outside Air Compatible
•Vent with
Planning The Installation
HINT: | Have an authorized Travis Industries dealer install this heater. If you install the heater |
yourself, have your dealer review your installation plans. | |
HINT: | Sketch out a detailed plan of the installation including dimensions. Then verify the |
dimensions with the requirements listed in this manual. | |
HINT: | When determining the location of the stove, locate the wall studs (for horizontal |
penetrations) and ceiling trusses (for vertical penetrations). You may wish to adjust the | |
stove position slightly to ensure the vent does not intersect with a framing member. | |
HINT: | Place the heater outside and load 10 pounds of pellets inside the hopper. Plug the |
heater in and let it run on HIGH until the pellets run out. This will cure the paint and burn | |
off any oil on the steel, eliminating any smell inside the home. |
Stove Placement
•Stove must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within (e.g. drapes, doors), 36' of the front of the heater.
?If the stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7', it must follow the requirements in the section 'Alcove Installation Requirements'.
HINT: | REDUCING CLEARANCES - Clearances may be reduced by methods specified in NFPA |
211, listed wall shields, pipe shields, or other means approved by local building or fire | |
officials. |
•Heater and floor protection must be installed on a level, secure floor.
Floor Protection Requirements
•The heater must be installed on a
•Must extend under and 2' to each side and rear of a 'Tee' (if used).
8 | Installation |
Clearances - Straight Installation
Through the Wall Installations | Interior Vertical |
3” | ||
Minimum | 2” | |
Minimum | ||
3” Minimum | “Tee” | |
9” Minimum | ||
9” Minimum | ||
6” Minimum | Floor Protection | 6” Minimum |
Clearances - Corner Installation
Through the | Interior Vertical | |
Wall Vents | Vents | |
3” | 3” Minimum | |
Minimum | ||
3” Minimum | 2” | |
45° | 45° Elbow | Minimum |
“Tee” |
3” Minimum | 3” |
Minimum |
6” Minimum
6” Minimum
Floor Protection
Note: If interior vertical pellet vent is used, the clearance to the backwall is determined by the
Installation | 9 |
Venting the Pellet Stove
•PELLET VENT MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 3' CLEARANCE TO ANY COMBUSTIBLE (INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER).
•DO NOT CONNECT THE PELLET VENT TO A VENT SERVING ANY OTHER APPLIANCE OR STOVE.
•DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEM OF THIS UNIT.
•USE AN APPROVED WALL THIMBLE WHEN PASSING THE VENT THROUGH WALLS AND A CEILING SUPPORT/FIRE STOP SPACER WHEN PASSING THE VENT THROUGH CEILINGS (MAKE SURE TO MAINTAIN 3' CLEARANCE TO ANY COMBUSTIBLES.
•No more than one tee and 180° of elbows (one tee with two 90° elbows, one tee with one 90° and two 45° elbows, etc.).
Maximum Venting
Distance:
•Vent must have a support bracket every 5' of pellet vent when exterior of structure
The vent height and run must not exceed the distance shown in the shaded region shown to the right.
20 Feet
Venting into this shaded area may require restrictor
adjustments. See the
15 Feet
section “Restrictor Adjustment” for details.
10 Feet
NOTE: To achieve optimum performance, we
recommend keeping the vent as short as possible
(horizontal run especially). | 5 Feet |
Rignroll free demo. 0 Feet | |||
5Feet | 10Feet (max.) | ||
0Feet |
1 0 | Installation |
Pellet Vent Type
•Must be 4' diameter Type 'L'(except for masonry fireplace installations) - or - connect the vent to a factory built type 'A' chimney. All vent joints (including adapters, elbows, etc… ) must be sealed with 500° F. RTV silicone.
Installing the Pellet Vent
Seal each vent section (including adapters, elbows, etc..) by injecting a liberal amount of 500° F. RTV silicone into the gap between sections.
•Horizontal sections must have a 1/4' rise every 12' of travel.
•Pellet vent connections must be sealed airtight with 500° F. RTV silicone and screwed together with at least three sheet metal screws.
Pellet Vent Termination (See the illustration below)
•Must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering) or a 45° downturn.
•If the termination is located on a windy side of the house, an approved house shield is recommended to prevent soot from building up on the side of the house.
•Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material.
•Horizontal terminations must protrude 12' from the wall, verticall terminations require 24'.
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X
A
F
B
D
C
H F
A
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NOTE: Measure clearances to the nearest edge of the exhaust hood.
AMinimum 4' clearance below or beside any door or window that opens Minimum 1’ clearance below or beside any window that does not open.
Avalon Astoria Pellet Stove Manual
BMinimum 1' clearance above any door or window that opens
CMinimum 2' clearance from any adjacent building
DMinimum 7' clearance above any grade when adjacent to public walkways NOTE: Vent may not terminate in covered walkway or breezeway.
EMinimum 2' clearance above any grass, plants, or other combustible materials
FMinimum 3' clearance from any forced air intake of any other appliance
GMinimum 2' clearance below eaves or overhangs
HMinimum 1' clearance horizontally from combustible wall
X | Must be a minimum of 2' above the roof |