PELLET STOVE EF-IV i OWNERS TECHNICAL MANUAL SHERWOOD INDUSTRIES LTD.
ENVIROFIRE INSTALLATION MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 1) INTRODUCTION PAGE Important Safety Data........................................................... 3 Pellet Quality ........................................................................ 4 Warnings and Recommendations......................................... 5 Automatic Safety Features ................................................... 5 2) OPERATION How to Start Your Pellet Appliance.......................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY DATA To prevent the possibility of a fire, ensure that the appliance is properly installed by adhering to the installation instructions. An ENVIROFIRE dealer will be happy to assist you in obtaining information with regards to your local building codes and installation restrictions. The stove’s exhaust system works with negative combustion chamber pressure and a slightly positive chimney pressure, it is very important to ensure that the exhaust system be sealed and airtight.
PELLET QUALITY IS IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING PAGE Your pellet stove has been designed to burn wood pellets only. Since there are many manufacturers of wood pellets it is important to select pellets that are free of dirt or any impurities. The Pellet Fuel Industries (P.F.I.) has established standards for wood pellet manufactures. We recommend the use of pellets that meet or exceed these standards. Ask your dealer for a recommended pellet type.
WARNINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS A. Do not abuse the glass by striking or slamming the door shut. B. Do not attempt to operate the stove with broken glass. C. Do not attempt to open the door and clean the glass while the unit is in operation. To clean the glass, use a soft cotton cloth and mild window cleaner, gas or wood stove glass cleaner or take a damp paper towel and dip into the fly ash, this is a very mild abrasive and will not damage the glass. D.
HOW TO START AND OPERATE YOUR PELLET APPLIANCE 1. Check and fill hopper with pellets. 2. Make sure unit is plugged into a working outlet. 3. Switch the power “ON” by pushing the start up switch once only. 4. Turn knob “B” to the 12 o’clock position. (Lower grade pellets may need a higher setting on the feed rate). NOTE: unit will take longer to light if the hopper has been completely emptied. 5. 6.
SLIDER/DAMPER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This is used to regulate the airflow through the pellet stove. A Qualified Service Technician or Installer should set the Slider Damper. The Slider Damper is pre set from the factory. The slider damper will be set and held in place with a 5/16” hex head screw. This screw will be tightened in the middle of the slot located in the slider damper plate. The slider damper is located behind the left side panel.
AREAS FOR ROUTINE INSPECTION The following should be inspected periodically to ensure that the appliance is operating at its optimum and giving you excellent heat value: 2 3 DAYS/WEEKLY Burn Pot and Liner Ash Pan Inside Firebox Behind Firebox Liners Burn Pot and Liner Door Glass Heat exchanger tubes Ash pan and Door gaskets SEASON or 2 TONS OF FUEL Exhaust Vent Fresh air Intake Tube Blower Mechanisms Heat exchanger tubes Latch Mechanism of ash pan Door Latch All Hinges Post Season Clean-up TOOLS REQUIRED
have different ash contents. Ash content is a good indication of fuel efficiency and quality. Refer to “Warnings and Recommendations” for disposal of ashes. BLOWER MECHANISMS ( # 2 SEE PAGE 10) Unplug the stove then open the right/left side panels to access the two blowers. Only the convection blower motor (on the right side of the stove) will require lubrication. The convection motor has two lubrication holes on it. Use two drops of SAE 20, light oil to lubricate every six months.
Once you are finished using the pellet appliance for the season, unplug the stove for added electrical protection. It is very important that the stove be cleaned and serviced as stated above. (See Section Areas of Routine Inspection) 5 4 2 3 1 ELECTRICAL COMPONENT FUNCTIONS The following is a list of electrical components and their functions on the ENVIROFIRE EF-IVi pellet stove. 1. CONVECTION FAN CONTROLLER This controller is responsible for varying the speed of the convection blower.
8 7 9 5 10 14 6. EXHAUST/COMBUSTION BLOWER This variable speed fan (mounted on the left side of the stove) is responsible for drawing the outside fresh air into the combustion chamber for burning. The hot air then continues to be drawn over the heat exchanger tubes and into the exhaust channel. It is then pushed out through the exhaust system. A motor speed controller tied in with the Dial-A-Fire controls the speed of the blower. 7.
. 160°F (71°C) TEMPERATURE SENSOR When this sensor (located on the left side firewall) reaches 160°F (71°C), the convection blower will go to high, bypassing the fan controller and removing excess heat from the unit. 13. 120°F (49°C) N/O TEMPERATURE SENSOR (SHUT-DOWN SENSOR) This sensor (mounted on the exhaust blower housing) has two functions: Should the fire go out, this sensor will shut the stove off when the exhaust temperature drops below 120°F (49°C).
DECIDING WHERE TO LOCATE YOUR PELLET APPLIANCE 1. Check clearances to combustibles. 2. Do not obtain combustion air from an attic, garage or any unventilated space. Combustion air may be obtained from a ventilated crawlspace. 3. Do not install the stove in a bedroom. 4. You can vent the stove through an exterior wall behind the unit or connect it to an existing masonry or metal chimney (must be lined if the chimney is over 6” in diameter, or over 28 sq. inches cross sectional area).
REMOVING YOUR NEW STOVE FROM IT’S PALLET To remove your new stove from its pallet, open the left and right side panels. There are two wood screws that are holding the bottom of the stove to the pallet. Remove the screws. Close the side panels. See PAGE 18 how to install the pedestal.
MASONRY FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION, MODEL FPI The Fireplace Insert model includes surround face. (Surround assembly instructions are in this manual). (SEE PAGE 15 in this manual) CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES: Side wall..................................................9” (200 mm) from the body of the heater Facing on masonry fireplace...................9” (200 mm) from the body of the heater Mantle......................................................
ASSEMBLING THE FACE PLATE FOR THE FPI MODEL 1. To assemble the surround panels, lay the panels face down on a soft flat surface and align the outer edges of the sides with the top panel. Bolt the sides to the top using the hardware provided. (4 x 1/4” nuts and bolts) 2. Assemble the brass frame using the corner hardware and screws supplied in the face plate packaging. Install corner hardware into the side brass, then push into the top frame. 3. Place the brass frame over the panel assembly. 4.
FREESTANDING INSTALLATION, MODEL FS CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES This unit must be installed on a noncombustible hearth pad, extending at least 6” (inches) (150 mm) in front of the appliance and at least the entire width of the appliance. -Side wall to unit A- 6 INCHES (150 mm) -Back wall to unit B- 2 INCH (50 mm ) -Corner to unit C- 2 INCH (50 mm ) -Front of hearth pad to unit ....D- 6 INCHES (150 mm)(Floor Protection) ALCOVE CLEARANCES Alcove width ..........................
-Side wall to unit .................. -Mantle to unit -Top facing to unit -Side facing to unit -Floor protection E 6 INCHES (152 mm) F 10 INCHES (254 mm) G 8 INCHES (203 mm) H 9 INCHES (228 mm) D 6 INCHES (152 mm) FREESTANDING PEDESTAL INSTALLATION ASSEMBLY: Model FS comes with a pedestal that has to be attached prior to installation: - Remove the pedestal from the box Remove the ENVIROFIRE unit from the box Place the ENVIROFIRE unit on its back on the pallet.
HORIZONTAL EXHAUST THROUGH THE WALL 1. Choose a location for your stove that meets the requirements stated in this manual and allows installation with the least amount of interference to house framing, plumbing, wiring, etc. 2. Install a non-combustible hearth pad (where necessary). 3. Place the appliance 15” (37.5 cm) away from the wall. If the stove is to be set on a hearth pad, set the unit on it. 4. Locate the center of the exhaust pipe on the stove. Extend that line to the wall.
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INSIDE VERTICAL THROUGH THE ROOF INSTALLATION, 1. Choose a stove location that is ideal. See the section Deciding Where to Locate Your Pellet Appliance. 2. Place a non-combustible hearth pad where necessary. 3. Place the unit on the hearth pad and space it in a manner so when the pellet vent is installed vertically, it will be 3” (76 mm) away from a combustible wall. 4. Locate the center of the fresh air intake pipe on the unit.
OUTSIDE VERTICAL PIPE INSTALLATION To accomplish the above titled installation, follow steps 1 through 8 in the previous section and then finish it by performing the following. 9. Install a tee with clean out on the outside of the house. 10. Install PL vent upward from the tee. Make sure that you install support brackets to keep the vent straight and secure. 11. Secure the flashing as you go through the roof. 12. Ensure that the rain cap is approximately 36” (900 mm) above the roof.
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION - Secure the heater to the floor using the two holes in the pedestal. Do not disturb the structural integrity of the home. - Ensure the unit is electrically grounded to the chassis of your home (permanently). - Do not install in a room people sleep in. - Outside fresh air is mandatory. OUTSIDE FRESH AIR CONNECTIONS Outside fresh air is mandatory when installing this unit in airtight homes and mobile homes.
TROUBLESHOOTING: DO NOT: - Hold the start-up switch down, this is a momentary contact switch and can be damaged if held down too long. - Service the stove with wet hands. The stove is an electrical appliance, which may pose a shock hazard if handled improperly. Only qualified technicians should deal with possible internal electrical failures. - Remove any screws in the firebox without first lubricating them with penetrating oil. What to do if: 1. The stove will not start 2.
The stove will not operate when hot - 2. The exhaust motor will not function normally - 3. Open the left side panel, check all connections against the wiring diagram. Thoroughly check for broken wires or connections. If all the connections are verified and the exhaust blower does not function at all, tap lightly on the exhaust blower’s motor end cap, this may loosen a tight motor. Apply 115 V directly to the exhaust blower. If the motor does not run, replace the blower.
6. The auger motor will not function normally - - 7. Make sure the exhaust blower is operating. Make sure the dial-a-fire is turned on. Unplug the stove and open the side and back panels. Check all the connections to the auger motor, auger dial-a-fire, vacuum sensor, 200°F (93°C) temperature sensor and the timing control module against the wiring diagram in this manual. Check the condition of the vacuum hose (located on the left side of the stove).
8. The stove will not shut down - 9. Check the connections to the 120°F (49°C) exhaust temperature sensor, start-up switch and the start-up timer against the wiring diagram. Check the 120°F (49°C) temperature sensor by removing one of the brown wires from the sensor. The unit should shut down right away as long as the start button was not pressed within 15 minutes of this test. If the stove shuts down within 15 minutes, replace the 120°F (49°C) sensor.
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PARTS LIST EF4i-001 EF4i-002 EF4i-007 EF4i-008 EF4i-009 EF4i-010 EF4i-011 EF4i-012 EF4i-013 EF4i-015 EF4i-016 EF4i-017 EF4i-021 EF4i-024 EF4i-025 EF4i-026 EF4i-028 EF4i-029 EF4i-36 EF4i-037 EF4i-041 EF4i-043 EF4i-044 EF4i-045 FE4i-047 EF4i-051 EF4i-053 EF4i-054 EF4i-O55 EF4i-056 EF4i-058 EF4i-059 EF4i-060 EF4i-062 EF4i-063 EF4i-064 EF4i-065 EF4i-066 EF4i-069 EF4i-071 EF4i-074 EF4i-076 EF4i-078 EF4i-088A EF4i-092 EF4i-093 EF4i-094 EF4i-095 EF4i-096 EF4i-097 AUGER MOTOR CONVECTION BLOWER COMBUSTION BLOWER CO
AUGER BRASS BUSHINGS SET of TWO AUGER EF4i-025 EF4i-065 FAN TEMP SENSOR 16° F (71° C) COMBUSTION BLOWER EF4i-007 EF4i-013 EXHAUST TEMP SENSOR 120° F (49° C) EF4i-010 PIN IGNITER EF4i-127 HIGH LIMIT TEMP SENSOR 200° F (93° C) EF4i-016 VACUUM SWITCH CONTROL PANEL with DECAL EF4i-017 EF4i-053 FAN CONTROLLER with KNOB EF4i-045 GREEN LIGHT AUGER MOTOR EF4i-041 EF4i-001 IGNITER TEMP SENSOR 120° F (49° C) PHASE CONTROLLER EF4i-141 START-UP SWITCH EF4i-043 DIAL-A-FIRE EF4i-044 CONVECTION B
STOVE TOP HANDLE FS STOVE TOP EF4I-111 FS RIGHT CABINET SIDE EF4i-143 CONTROL PANEL w DECAL BACK GRILL EF4i-097 STAINLESS BURN POT LINER EF4i-024 EF4i-053 FIREBOX LINER TOP BAFFLE EF4i-066 IGNITION BURN POT EF4i-021 VACUUM PORT COVER FIREBOX LINER W/ INSULATION EF4i-047 STEEL BRICK LINING EF4i-130 FRONT GRILL EF4i-123 GLASS RETAINERS DOOR LATCH AND HINGE COVERS DOOR LATCH WITH BOLT EF4i-096 EF4i-029 GLASS EXTRUSIONS FS LEFT CABINET SIDE DOOR HANDLE (WOODEN) EF4i-142 EF4i-028 FS PED
WARRANTY Sherwood Industries Ltd. gives a five year limited warranty on all steel manufactured parts. A one-year warranty is provided on all electrical components. The above limited warranties are extended only to the original purchaser. There is no warranty on the following parts: - fiberglass rope baskets refractory material burn pot liner paint enamel finish or gold plating where it applies, and, vacuum hose.