Operating instructions

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Figure 11
GENERAL WARNINGS
The EASYFIRE Pellet Stove and Insert has been
designed and approved for burning wood pellet fuel only.
Burning solid fuel in other forms is not permitted and will
void all warranties.
NEVER use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuels,
kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or
"freshen up" a fire. Keep all such liquids well away from the
heater while it is in use.
Ashes must be disposed of in a metal container with a
tight fitting lid and placed on a noncombustible floor or
ground, well away from all fuels, pending final disposal.
This heater, when installed, must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-
2006.
Provide adequate clearances around air openings into the
combustion chamber and adequate accessibility clearance for
servicing and proper operation. Never obstruct the front
opening of the heater.
The pellet heater must be operated with a power source
and will not operate using natural draft. If there is a power
failure the heater will shut down. If the 12 volt back-up system
is installed, the heater will automatically switch to 12 volt
power. An optional backup battery is available for the unit
which lasts approximately 48 hrs on high and 72 hrs on low.
A bigger battery may be purchased if desired for longer
durations.
The EasyFire Pellet Heater has been listed by OMNI-Test
Laboratories, Inc. to ASTM, U.L.,and EPA Standards.
FUEL SELECTION
Proper fuel selection is important for overall operation. Your
stove operates best with 1/4" diameter wood pellets that are
no longer than 3/4" long. The pellets should be specifically
manufactured for use pellet heaters. Use of fuel non-
conforming fuel will cause the stove to operate erratically.
Additionally, a low ash content of below 1% is required and
will reduce your cleaning and maintenance time. Store pellets
in a clean dry area. Do not use pellets that have been damp
or have a moisture level above 5%.
The quality of pellet fuel varies from brand to brand. This will
affect the efficiency of your heater. We suggest that you try
several brands until you find one that gives you a clean effi-
cient burn. Poor quality pellets will burn rich with black soot
and ash will accumulate quickly. Quality pellets will burn clean
and ash build up will be minimal.
AUTOLITE START-UP AND OPERATION
Refer to Installation and Operation manual provided with
the unit for standard match lighting and 12V operations.
1. AutoLite Start-Up:
Prior to operating your AutoLite stove, make sure the
hopper is full of wood pellets and the interior components
have been installed properly including; burn screen & pot,
heat exchange covers, and ash drawer.
IMPORTANT: The Fire Pot must be seated flush and
must sit even in the pot tray. Air leaking around the Fire Pot
will create a poor burn (Figure 11). Light the pellets in Fire
Pot using any approved pellet lighter.
Note: Caution must be taken when installing burn pot or
operating door not to damage ceramic glass. Do not
attempt to operate heater if glass becomes damaged in any
way!
2. AutoLite Control Functions: Control functions on the
Easyfire are as follows: OFF, FAN, LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH,
CLEAN. Here is how each function works:
A. When the Control Button is turned to FAN, a timer is
activated and you will have about ten (10) minutes to
get the pellets lit and reach a minimum temperature.
This function is used for match lighting when the AC
power is out.
Should the pellets not light in 10 minutes simply turn the
button to OFF and begin again. This will give you
another 10 minutes to get the pellets lit. The reason for
the timer function is so that the heater will automatically
shut down if the fire goes out. Pellets do not feed in the
FAN position.
B. In the LOW position, the EASYFIRE will be feeding
approximately 1 to 1½ lbs. of pellets per hour and the
flame will fluctuate between 1" and 6" in height.