Operating instructions

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Prior to stove operating on thermostat, confirm proper
operation by servicing and adjusting the stove as
outlined in the “Installation Guide”. When servicing
stove, operate with thermostat bypassed as stove will
reset to start up mode each time thermostat is
activated.
C. In the MEDIUM position the EASYFIRE will be
feeding approximately three (3) pounds of pellets per
hour and the flame will fluctuate between 3" and 8" of
fire.
D. In the HIGH position the EASYFIRE will be feeding
approximately 4+ lbs. per hour and the flame will
fluctuate between 3" and a full flame. The fan speed
will increase accordingly as the heater automatically
adjusts itself based on temperature inside the heater
(see G below).
E. The CLEAN position is to be used only when the
heater is not burning and you wish to clean out the
accumulated ash in the front of the fire area. See
CLEAN OUT section of maintenance instructions.
F. After the heater is running for several hours and you
wish to turn it off simply press the button to OFF. The
heater will continue running until it cools down
and then will automatically shut itself down.
G. REMEM BER: Each feed position will fluctuate
because the microprocessor is automatically
adjusting the feed and air based on temperature. This
means the pellet feed rate and flame height will
change accordingly based on quality of pellet and
heat loss of dwelling.
3. Starting the Stove: Push a Heat Range button (Low or
Medium is best for start up) and turn the thermostat up to
“Call for heat”. The stove fan will begin to operate along with
the ignitor cycle. After about a minute the pellets will begin
to fall in the burn pot. After five minutes there will be a fire in
the burn pot and the stove will begin to heat up. When the
stove reaches start up operating temperature it will then
switch to the control panel setting and begin it’s automatic
operation cycle.
Feed Trim Adjustment
Underneath the control button you will find a small round
button that will turn forward and reverse. This button can
adjust the feed motor in the LOW operating position. By
turning the button clockwise you can increase the feed on
LOW and by turning it counterclockwise you can decrease
the feed in the LOW position. Factory setting is 1:00
o’clock.
Once the stove is at operating temperature for one hour
set the stove on LOW. Adjust the trim button so that
average flame is approx. 1-2" above the burn pot. This
will set the average feed rate (air/flue) for best
operation.
Move this button carefully! It is designed to fine tune
your LOW setting in the event you change brands of pellets
and/or live at a higher elevation. If this setting is to low the
stove may go out during LOW setting operations. If this
should happen increase the trim by small amount.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Moving parts may cause injury, DO NOT
operate with rear cover removed.
WARNING: Risk of electrical shock, disconnect all AC/DC
power before servicing.
ALWAYS TURN YOUR Heater OFF & LET IT COOL
BEFORE CLEANING.
Your EASYFIRE Pellet Heater requires routine
maintenance for maximum performance and is mandatory
for the warranty to remain in effect.
The following procedures should be studied carefully and
performed regularly as indicated:
1. Fly-ash: Some ash will accumulate in the heat
exchanger, Fire Pot and flue and should be cleaned out
on a regular basis for best efficiency and safety. When
the heater is shut down and cold, you should:
a. Open door and remove Heat Exchanger Cover. To
remove, simply slide up and out from retaining angle
bracket (Figure 12). Clean one side at a time. W ith
one slide cover removed, leave door open and turn
control button to the "CLEAN" position. Let heater
run until ash in Fire Pot area is vacuumed out by
heater fan. Turn off and replace cover. Remove
remaining cover and repeat procedure for the other
side. The vent pipe should be cleaned out after this
procedure. Remove the clean-out port cover (Figure
13) and vacuum as required.
b. Remove Fire Pot by lifting up and out, it may be
brushed out or vacuumed. Fire Pot should be
cleaned weekly and depending on pellet quality daily.
Make sure holes in pot are not clogged. The area
around and below the pot should be checked every
five or six days depending on how many hours a day
you are burning your heater and the quality of the
pellets being burned. (After a few days you will be
able to determine the frequency needed for clean
out.)
The important thing to remember is that excessive Fly-
ash accumulation will affect the efficiency of the burn.
c. Scrape pellet feed chute with putty knife to remove
hardened material on which sawdust can
accumulate.
d. The clean-out port cover should be removed and the
vent pipe checked every four to six weeks or
whenever you utilize the clean-out mode on the
control dial.
e. Fly-ash can also accumulate in the vent pipe and
termination cap. Inspect exhaust system frequently to
maintain free flow of exhaust fumes and fly-ash. The
frequency of clean-out depends entirely on the quality
of the pellets, so you will have to initially monitor the
buildup in the pellet vent pipe.
2. Hopper Clean Out: Vacuum the accumulated saw dust
in the hopper weekly. Keep free of debris and foreign
material. AN ACCUMULATION OF SAW DUST CAN
CAUSE IRREGULAR PELLET FEED. For best results
this should be done on a regular basis depending upon
how often the heater is used. If you burn the heater all
the time you should do this every eight to ten days.
3. Cleaning the Exhaust Fan Blade & Heat Exchanger:
The exhaust blower should be checked for excessive Fly-
ash buildup. Regular and routine maintenance utilizing
the CLEAN OUT feature will keep the exhaust blower
housing and fan blades clean. This cleaning can only be
done when the heater is NOT burning. For best results