Magnum T40AC, T40DC, T40I, ESSEX, Wood Pellet Stove / Fireplace Insert OWNER’S MANUAL Installation – Operation – Maintenance Instructions NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE SAVED for future reference PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS PELLET BURNING STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. IMPORTANT: Always contact your local dealer/installer with questions before contacting the factory.
Web Site: www.hearthdirect.com Rev. date 03/30/04 SECTION PAGE Introduction / Specifications..…………………………………… Technical Bulletin/Importance of Adequate Fresh Air…………. Safety Steps……………………………………………………… Burning Solid Fuels……………………………………………… Unpacking Your Magnum Wood Pellet Appliance ………………. Clearances……………………………………………………….. Guidelines for Exhaust Venting Systems Design……………….. Design Guidelines for Outside Combustion Air Connection……. Installation Precautions…………………………………………..
DEAR VALUED MAGNUM PRODUCT OWNER, We appreciate your decision to help preserve our precious environment by purchasing your Magnum Wood Pellet Appliance. With everyone working together, we can have clean air and renewable heat for our homes. Please read this Owners Manual carefully before using this appliance and if you have any questions contact your local Magnum reseller. We appreciate your business and wish you many warm days and nights with your new Magnum Wood Pellet Appliance.
Technical Bulletin Importance of adequate fresh air Every home is a slightly different situation and depending on the design of the air movement within the home, might be easy to distribute heat or very difficult. If you have boiler heat or other nonducted central heating this becomes even more of a challenge as adequate circulation within the home and proper make up air for combustion is lacking because of the design of your central heating system.
SAFETY STEPS IMPORTANT: Proper installation of this stove is crucial for proper and safe operation. Installing this product improperly may result in a house fire and personal injury. All applicable building codes for your location must be followed. In areas where building codes require additional steps to the installation of this product not included in this manual, the building codes will take precedent and must be followed.
5 BURNING SOLID FUELS (wood pellets) Unlike petroleum and natural gas products, solid fuels such as wood pellets create ash as the fuel is burned. Even with the highly efficient flame your Magnum Wood Pellet stove will produce, the solid fuels used will produce ash. This ash will have to be cleaned out of the stove from time to time. The cleaning procedure will be discussed later in this manual.
UNPACKING YOUR MAGNUM WOOD PELLET APPLIANCE When you receive your Magnum Wood Pellet Stove, Leg unit or Fireplace Insert, be careful to inspect all parts and components to make sure that nothing was damaged or lost in shipment. If there was shipping damage, be sure to report it to your Magnum reseller, or the shipping company that delivered your unit. Freight damage claims must be made to the Freight Company immediately.
CLEARANCES CONVENTIONAL CLEARANCES A…SIDEWALL B…BACK WALL 9 In. (229 mm) 3 In. (75 mm)……(VERTICAL VENTING INSTALLATION REQUIRES A MIN. 3” CLEARANCE FROM COMBUSTIBLES TO VENT PIPE). C…CORNER WALL 3 In (75 mm)…….(VERTICAL VENTING INSTALLATION REQUIRES A MIN. 3” CLEARANCE FROM COMBUSTIBLES TO VENT PIPE). D…VENT PIPE TO WALL 3 In (75 mm)……..
GUIDELINES FOR EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEMS DESIGN It is recommended that only an authorized Magnum installer install your pellet/corn stove. The following installation guidelines must be followed to ensure conformity with both the safety listing of this stove and to local building codes. 9 A listed 3” or 4” type “PL” pellet vent exhaust system must be used for FREESTANDING installation and attached to the pipe connector provided on the back of the stove. Use a 3” to 4” adapter for 4” pipe.
GUIDELINES FOR EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEMS DESIGN, CONT…… To determine whether a 3” or 4” exhaust system should be used, follow the guidelines below: 1) Determine the “equivalent pipe length” for each component used according to the comparison chart below. Add the “equivalent pipe length” of all components to get the “total equivalent pipe length”. 2) Determine the altitude at which you are installing the stove. 3) Cross-reference the “total equivalent pipe length” and the altitude using the graph below.
DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR CONNECTION OUTSIDE MAKE-UP AIR FOR COMBUSTION IS REQUIRED ON ALL INSTALLATIONS 1) For FREESTANDING installations with horizontal through-the-wall exhaust, it is REQUIRED that the stove combustion air intake be connected to a fresh air intake outside. If the home is newer or has been tightly insulated it is imperative to the operation of the unit to install outside combustion air.
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: Do not install this appliance in any manner other than as described in this manual. If you have any questions about properly venting or installing your Magnum pellet stove, please contact your dealer or American Energy Systems, Inc. for information. NOTE: THIS STOVE MUST BE BURN TESTED OUTSIDE IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA FOR AT LEAST (4) FOUR HOURS. THIS WILL CURE THE PAINT AND SEASON THE STOVE METAL.
INSTALLATION CONFIGURATIONS The Magnum Wood Pellet Appliances may be installed as follows: 1) A freestanding unit (with a pedestal only) 2) A hearth mounted fireplace insert into a masonry or factory built fireplace (T40I only) 3) A built-in heater mounted in an alcove with a pedestal 4) A built-in heater mounted on a non-combustible floor without a pedestal MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS IN ADDITION TO THE STANDARD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION, THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS ARE MANDATORY FOR INSTALLATION I
VENT TERMINATION GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: The following are general instructions for installing this appliance. THE VENT PIPE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED FOR THE VENT PIPE BEING USED. USE ONLY 3 or 4 INCH LISTED TYPE PL PELLET VENT PIPE. WARNING: Shut off all electrical power to the wall or room where the appliance is going to be installed before cutting any holes. Be careful not to drill or cut into any water lines or electrical wiring as water damage or electrical fire may result.
HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION EXHAUST VENT TERMINATION SHALL BE AS FOLLOWS: A MINIMUM OF 4 FEET/122Omm BELOW, BESIDE AND 1 FOOT ABOVE ANY DOOR OR WINDOW THAT OPENS, OR ANY OPENING INTO A BUILDING. A MINIMUM OF 2 FEET/610mm FROM ANY ADJACENT BUILDING OR OVERHANG. A MINIMUM OF 7 FEET/2130mm ABOVE GRADE, WHEN LOCATED ADJACENT TO PUBLIC WALKWAYS. A MINIMUM OF 2 FEET/610mm ABOVE GRASS, PLANTS OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLES. Note: The pipe lengths shown are for reference only. Your actual pipe length requirements may differ.
Storm Collar VERTICAL INSTALLATION GUIDELINES ON CONNECTING TO AN EXISTING FACTORY-BUILT CHIMNEY: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Inspect the chimney for the presence of creosote, soot or other combustible deposits, and blockage or obstructions. Thoroughly clean the chimney and remove any obstructions. Thoroughly inspect the chimney for soundness, proper clearances and presence of all necessary parts, including a chimney cap, prior to making the connection.
Storm Collar Note: This type of installation is not recommended in cold climates unless closed in and insulated properly. 3” min. required Warning: Unless the venting is enclosed and insulated, this installation will cause poor venting, excess ash buildup, premature failure of exhaust system, staining of the house siding and serious creosote buildup. This installation should not be used in a cold climate area.
AC CONTROL PANEL/THERMOSTAT HOOK-UP WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER CORD DURING ANY ELECTRICAL OPERATION 1. Remove control panel from protective packaging. 2. Connect the one way molex plug to the control panel, do not pull on the wire harness inside the stove. NOTE: Use only a low voltage mercury or bi-metal thermostat switch. (No power Required on thermostat) NOTE: If you are not going to use the thermostat function then skip steps #4 -#8 and go to Step #9. 3.
DC CONTROL PANEL/THERMOSTAT HOOK-UP WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER CORD DURING ANY ELECTRICAL OPERATION 10. Remove control panel from protective packaging. 11. Connect the one way molex plug to the control panel, do not pull on the wire harness inside the stove. NOTE: Use only a low voltage mercury or bi-metal thermostat switch. (No power Required on thermostat) NOTE: If you are not going to use the thermostat function then skip steps #4 -#8 and go to Step #9. 12.
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T40I INSERT INSTALLATION cont. Chimney cap Storm Collar Seal Plate 6”(150mm) min.
T40I INSERT INSTALLATION cont.
It is not recommended to run the fresh air to the top of the chimney It is best to route the fresh air intake either out the back of the fireplace cavity or down and out to an outside air source. Running the fresh air up and out the top of the chimney can cause excessive draft issues.
Thermostat wire connection 24 volt thermostat hookup Molex Plug 26 Low voltage thermostat
OPTIONAL 12 VOLT BATTERY BACK-UP WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER CORD DURING ANY ELECTRICAL OPERATION Note: Never use an unsealed battery 1. Disconnect the 110 volt AC power before connecting the 12 volt battery. 2. Determine the location for the 12 volt battery and obtain the proper length and type of wire (Use 18 gauge stranded wire) 3. Drill and install 1/2” conduit where passing through a wall or floor. 4. Connect a red 18 gauge wire to red positive (+) battery terminal on the stove. 5.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (DC Models) NOTE: Each time the stove is started, the firepot should be checked for debris and clear air holes. Some pellets will cause the firepot to build up more frequently making it necessary to stir and clean the firepot more often. Do not allow ash to build up underneath the firepot. PRIMING THE AUGER: Never leave the stove unattended during priming or start-up. Priming the auger is required when the unit is new or when the hopper has completely run out of fuel.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (AC models) NOTE: Each time the stove is started, the firepot should be checked for debris and clear air holes. Some pellets will cause the firepot to build up more frequently making it necessary to stir and clean the firepot more often. Do not allow ash to build up underneath the firepot. PRIMING THE AUGER: Never leave the stove unattended during priming or start-up. Priming the auger is required when the unit is new or when the hopper has completely run out of fuel.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS…continued (ALL MODELS) PROPER FUEL This stove is designed and approved to burn pelletized wood fuel only. Do not use any other type of fuel. Factory approved pellets are those ¼” or 5/16” in diameter and not over 1” in total length. Larger pellets will cause the auger to jam or bridge in the pellet hopper. The use of unapproved fuel will void all warranties. Do not burn damp or wet pellets. The stove’s performance depends greatly on the quality of your pellet fuel.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: BE SURE THE STOVE IS TURNED OFF, THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED, AND THE UNIT IS COLD BEFORE CLEANING OR SERVICING. RECOMMENDED CLEANING PERIODS: A. The heat exchange tubes in the stove should be cleaned daily / weekly. B. The fire box should be cleaned every 7 to 10 days or when needed. C. The interior ash chambers should be inspected and cleaned as needed. D. The chimney pipe and cap should be checked monthly for soot buildup. E. Combustion blower should be cleaned as needed.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS…continued WARNING: DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD BEFORE CLEANING OR SERVICING THIS UNIT. THE STOVE MUST BE TURNED OFF AND COOLED BEFORE USING THE RAKE HANDLE. ASH RAKE HANDLE II. HEAT EXCHANGER: This stove is designed with a built-in heat exchange tube Rake. The ash handle is located on the front of the stove and is moved backwards and forwards several times to remove the buildup of ash. After cleaning, push the rake handle in until it stops.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE T40I INSERT Auto reset 110 deg. Normally open proof of fire thermodisk Auto reset 110 deg. Normally open cool down thermodisk The Convection (room fan) blower will accumulate dust, cat hair, etc. on the blades during the heating season. This must be vacuumed clean as often as necessary.
regularly as the pet hair will clog up the fins and also the motor windings and cause premature wear, overheating and failure of the blower system. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS…continued WARNING: DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE CLEANING OR SERVICING. NOTE: CLEANING INTERVALS MAY VARY GREATLY WITH DIFFERENT BRANDS OF FUEL DUE TO THE ASH CONTENT, MOISTURE, AND MATERIAL COMPOSITION OF DIFFERENT FUELS.
AUTOMATIC FEATURES A. THERMOSTAT OPTION: When using a thermostat, set the stove to one of the medium or higher settings. The stove will burn at the rate selected on demand by the thermostat (medium to high). When the room temperature drops below the thermostat setting, the thermostat switch will close, allowing the stove to operate at the medium or higher settings. When the room temperature matches the thermostat setting, the thermostat switch will open, allowing the stove to operate at the low setting.
GLASS MAINTENANCE, ADJUSTMENT, REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT Your Magnum Wood Pellet Stove comes to you with the glass door installed in place, ready for use. The glass is surrounded on the edges with a gasket and seated in a glass channel. It is held in place with two (2) clips on the top and two (2) clips on the bottom REMOVAL OF BROKEN OR DAMAGED GLASS Open the door and lift off of hinges. If the door is tight, tap gently on the bottom of the door with your hand or rubber hammer.
CIRCUIT BOARD FUNCTIONS (how does the circuit board operate?) Startup/ normal operation When the circuit board is energized (depending on which model, either the start button is pushed or the On/Off button is pushed), the start up cycle is initiated. This starts a timed 10-15 cycle which allows the unit to light. If the unit is on AC power, the automatic ignition system will energize. The igniter will glow red in the firepot for 10 minutes and then shut off to protect the igniter.
AC CIRCUIT BOARD OPERATION HEAT LEVEL 5 4 3 2 1 ADVANCE LOGO AUGER TRIM FAN AUGER ON / OFF 3. FAN BUTTON ALLOWS FOR CONVECTION FAN OVERRIDE TO HI SETTING. 4. AUGER TRIM ALLOWS FOR LOW FUEL SETTING ON LOWEST SETTING ONLY, TOP 2 BAR GRAPH LED'S. #1 - 4 DISPLAYS LOWEST SETTING. #1 DISPLAYS MEDIUM SETTING. #1 - 5 DISPLAYS HIGHEST SETTING. 5. HEAT/ADVANCE BUTTON IS A MANUAL HEAT ADJUSTMENT, DISPLAYED BY THE BAR GRAPH LED'S DURING IGNITIONS SEQUENCE, UNIT WILL OPERATE AT LEVEL #3 FOR 10 MIN.
SETTING THE DRAFT A proper draft setting is crucial to the successful burning of solid fuels. Draft refers to the amount of air flowing through the burn chamber of your stove. Too much or too little draft will cause your stove to burn improperly and may result in the fire burning out. Please follow these guidelines carefully as you operate your stove to achieve maximum efficiency and enjoyment.
AC MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM DHC-2000 AC board WARNING: DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING THIS UNIT.
DC MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM WARNING: DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING THIS UNIT BATTERY INPUT 12v DC + - YELLOW PINK BLACK/RED IGNITOR BLUE EXTERNAL FUSE REQUIRED 6-AMP AGC PURPLE POS PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD MOLEX 10 WAY ORANGE NEG GRAY OPTIONAL 12 VOLT BATTERY BACK-UP APS N/O WHITE - NEG BLACK/RED FUSE-6A FUSE-6A + POS N/O PROOF OF FIRE AIR SWITCH MOLEX RED 6-WAY RED BROWN POWER SUPPLY GRAY RED N/O N/C HI LIMIT COOL DOWN TRANSFORMER GRAY WHITE/COMMON BLACK/HOT ROOM FAN EXHAUST FAN
DRAFT SLIDE GATE ADJUSTMENT Exhaust Draft Motor (AC model shown) located inside of right side panel NOTE: Always disconnect power before making this adjustment. Draft Slide Gate # 10 bolt with 5/16 hex head The normal operation of the Magnum appliances would be with the Draft Slide Gate open fully as shown. When the gate is in the fully open position, the plate will be against the mounting plate as shown.
IGNITER REPLACEMENT The igniter system on the Magnum appliances’ is an integral part of the wiring system. If the igniter is shorted out, the wiring must be by-passed for the unit to operate. It is recommended that once a season the igniter is checked for proper operation and replaced if it does not glow red. Access to the igniter can be made by opening up the left side panel. The power must be disconnected and make sure that you do not pull on the wiring when taking out the circuit board.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Unplug power to the appliance before performing any service. PROBLEM ? Fire burns with a lazy, orange flame and/or fuel builds up in the firepot and the window gets sooted up quickly. CAUSES ♦ Insufficient combustion air. ♦ Feed rate too high for manual draft setting. ♦ ♦ Wood pellets have too much moisture, have too many fines, too high of ash content or are old. Combustion/Exhaust blower plugged or going out. ♦ Venting plugged with fly ash or ice.
PROBLEM ? Fire goes out or stove shuts down automatically. CAUSES SOLUTIONS ♦ Hopper is empty. ♦ Fuel is not feeding. ♦ High limit temperature switch has tripped. ♦ Vacuum tripped. pressure switch ♦ Poor quality or wet fuel. ♦ Combustion air too high. 9 9 9 Refill hopper. See “Pellets will not feed” below. Allow stove to cool for 1 hour and relight after re-setting the high temperature thermodisk.
PROBLEM ? Blower will not operate. CAUSES ♦ No power to stove. ♦ No power to control board. ♦ Blower has overheated due to dirt on blades or in motor ♦ Blower is defective SOLUTIONS 9 Check to see that the stove is plugged into the wall outlet. 9 Check to see if your circuit breaker has “tripped”. 9 Check wire connection between the high limit snap switch and the terminal block. 9 Clean blades and motor, have a Magnum tech replace blower. ? Soot or fly ash in the house.
PROBLEM Fuel burns off to quickly, have difficulty keeping a pilot fire. CAUSES Air shutter is open to far. SOLUTIONS Adjust your air shutter to a more closed position. Over drafting on a vertical install. Outside air is not hooked up Positive or negative pressure in home is affecting the units operation Foreign object caught in the auger and will not turn. Accidental object in fuel. A chimney restrictor may need to be installed. Consult with your Magnum dealer.
MAGNUM APPLIANCES REPLACEMENT PARTS PRICE LIST ORDER # RP2000 RP2001 RP2002 RP2004 RP2005 RP2006 RP2008 RP2010 RP2020 RP2022 RP2025 RP2026 RP2027 RP2030 RP2035 MF3541 RP2045 RP2050 RP2055 RP2060 RP2061 RP2062 RP2065 RP2070 RP2072 RP2075 RP2076 RP2077 RP2080 RP2081 RP2082 MF3600 RP2083 RP2085 RP2086 RP2087 RP2088 RP2089 RP2090 RP2091 RP2092 RP2093 RP2094 RP2095 RP2096 RP2097 RP2098 RP2099 RP2100 RP2101 RPT2806 P1315 P1316 MODEL NAME/DESCRIPTION T40, Essex Igniter T40 Brick Panel, Left T40 Brick Panel, Right
5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty is issued by American Energy Systems, Inc. (Manufacturer) and extends only to the original purchaser of this product. This limited warranty will not become effective unless you have returned the attached warranty card within 30 days of your purchase. If you fail to do so, you may make no claim under this warranty. American Energy Systems, Inc. excludes and disclaims all implied warranties including, but not limited to, the implied warranty of merchantability.
SERVICE RECORD DATE SERVICE OR CLEANING PERFORMED This record must be sent in when any warranty claims are made.
