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Safety Label

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Listed Pelletized
Solid Fuel Burning Appliance
Also for Use in Mobile Homes
Model: Astoria PS

Serial No:

Tested to: ASTM E, 1509-95, Room Heater Pellet Burning Type (UM) 84 HUD
Electrical Rating: 115V, 60Hz, 3 Amp; Start 3 Amps, Run 1.5 Amps
Maximum Input Rating: 5.5 lbs (2.5kg)/hr
This pellet fired appliance has been tested and listed for use in manufactured (mobile) homes in accordance
with OAR 814-23-900 through 814-23-909.
WARNING - FOR MANUFACTURED HOMES: Do not install appliance in a sleeping room. Must utilize outside
combustion air inlet (part #99200136) or equivalent. Structural integrity of the manufactured home floor, 
ceiling, and walls must be maintained.
Install only in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation and operating instructions. Contact local
building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection in your area. 
Use only listed 4 in./100 mm diameter listed type “L” or “PL” venting system. See manufacturer’s installation
instructions and local codes for precautions required for passing chimney through a combustible wall or
ceiling. Do not connect this appliance to a vent serving another appliance. Inspect and clean exhaust venting
system frequently in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 
May be installed in a sleeping room with use of outside combustion air inlet (Part #99200136) or equivalent.

Minimum Clearance to Combustible Materials (Measured to Stove Top)

BACKWALL

LEFT SIDEW

ALL

FLOOR PROTECTOR

A

C

H

H

B

G

E

ADJACENT WALL

ADJACENT W

ALL

D

D

RIGHT SIDEW

ALL

E

Interior Vertical

Horizontal Through

Flue Installation

the Wall Installation

Left Sidewall

A

9”

9”

Right Sidewall

B

9”

9”

Backwall

C

**

3”

Corner

D

3”

3”

Flue Vent

E

3”

3”

Maximum alcove depth 48 in/1220 mm, minimum ceiling height 60 in/1525 mm, minimum alcove width
46 in/1165 mm.
Combustible floor must be protected by a non-combustible material, extending to the front (G) 6 in/150 mm
and to the sides (H) 0 in/0 mm.
EXCEPTIONS: Non-combustible floor protection must extend beneath a vent tee when installed.
** This dimension will vary depending on brand of listed type “L” vent. See manual for details.

For use with 1/4 in/6 mm to 5/16 in/7 mm diameter pelletized wood fuels only.
Replace glass only with 5 mm ceramic glass available from your dealer.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. Disconnect power supply before servicing. Route power cord away from
unit. Do not route power cord beneath heater.
Operate only with viewing door and ash removal tray tightly closed. Do not obstruct combustion air openings.
The space beneath heater must not be obstructed. Keep all furnishings away from heater.

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

This model is exempt from EPA certification under 40 CFR 60.531 by definition

[Wood Heater (A) “Air-to-fuel Ratio”].

Date of Manufacture

2001

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DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL

MADE IN U.S.A.

Mfg. by TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC.

10850 117th Pl N.E.

Kirkland, WA 98033

Report No. 028-S-42-2

0406

Summary of Contents for Astoria 2003

Page 1: ...e to follow these instructions could result in property damage bodily injury or even death Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your...

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Page 3: ...make the installation and operation of your new heater an easier and more enjoyable experience We offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoyment from y...

Page 4: ...adhered to Do not use makeshift methods or compromise in the installation Never try to repair or replace any part of the heater unless instructions are given in this manual All other work should be do...

Page 5: ...E Turning the Mode Switch to OFF does not disconnect all power to the heater The exhaust system should be checked twice a year minimum for any build up of soot or creosote This Manual Do not throw thi...

Page 6: ...Installation Example Interior Masonry Chimney 17 Operation Safety Notice 18 Location of Controls 18 Starting the Heater for the First Time 18 Curing the Paint 18 Priming the Auger 18 Loading Pellets 1...

Page 7: ...s Air Inlet 1 3 4 Outside Diameter A 4 Diameter Exhaust 10 1 2 17 5 8 1 2 7 1 4 Center Line 33 3 8 26 1 2 28 This tab is for the scraper rod tool Electrical Specifications Electrical Rating 115 Volts...

Page 8: ...ve 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 frami...

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Page 10: ...INGS 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 mus...

Page 11: ...ion 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 o...

Page 12: ...We recommend the Travis Industries Outside Air Kit part 99200136 Must not terminate above or within 1 of the chimney termination Must have a rain cap or down turned elbow to prevent water from enteri...

Page 13: ...al restrictor position will vary over time as soot builds up inside the exhaust system make sure the homeowner knows how to visually inspect the flame and adjust the restrictor Not Enough Air If clink...

Page 14: ...12 Minimum Horizontal Rain Cap Wall Thimble note 3 clearance between vent and combustibles Outside Air Type L Vent 12 Minimum A A A A A A A A A A A A AAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAA AA AA...

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Page 18: ...AAAA AAAA AAAA AAAA Storm Collar Vertical Cap Cover Plate non combustible Silicone Seal the cover plate with silicone NOTE you will probably need a short horizontal section here to clear the lintel a...

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Page 20: ...mote required for Auto Operation To Open the Control Panel Use the knob to open up this panel revealing the control panel Firepot O F F RO OM TE M P F F SET TEM P TIM ER MIN Tim e Set Tim e Can cel A...

Page 21: ...es very hot do not touch the area below the handle The Two Modes of Operation Manual Manual mode requires the user to turn the heater on and off manually Auto requires a thermostat Auto mode allows yo...

Page 22: ...ate selected on the Heat Output dial HEAT OUTPUT AUTO OFF MANUAL AA AA MANUAL START FAULT W O L H E D M I G H W O L H E D M I G H FAN To Shut Down Move the mode switch to OFF The exhaust blower will s...

Page 23: ...0 80 90 50 60 70 80 90 Robertshaw To Adjust the Heat Adjust the Heat Output dial to meet the heating requirements you desire NOTE If you find that the stove turns on and off repeatedly you may wish to...

Page 24: ...ut 5 yet the firepot does not remain clean the stove needs to be cleaned and checked for air leaks see Maintenance section of this manual Too Much Air If the flames are too active small flickering fla...

Page 25: ...es on when an error occurs The stove runs out of pellets During initial start up for a split second or for improper electrical frequency A start up sequence that does not result in the heater coming u...

Page 26: ...adjustment see Restrictor Adjustment in the installation section of this manual The door glass or ashpan is open or has an air leak The firepot requires cleaning The exhaust system requires cleaning A...

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Page 28: ...the stove With the door closed insert the included tool into the hole on the heat exchanger cleaning rod Move the heat exchange cleaner up and down several times Vacuum Hopper Run the stove until the...

Page 29: ...r the bracket before tightening NOTE Do not overtighten the pawl This can permanently damage the latch and prematurely wear out the door gasket Door Frame Bracket attached to side of heater Pawl Lock...

Page 30: ...side Lift the firepot out of its holder Slide the ash pan trap door forward to expose the ash dumps the door can be removed and cleaned if necessary Brush all flyash into the ash dumps including the...

Page 31: ...op of the firebox The two tabs at the outside back corners insert into notches at the right and left rear corners of the firebox walls The baffles install on ledges above the firebrick Air Tubes Fireb...

Page 32: ...ration of the room heater will lead to some soot formation which will collect in the exhaust venting system The exhaust venting system should be inspected at least once every year to determine if clea...

Page 33: ...Blower Housing Exhaust Box Phillips Screwdriver Restrictor Knob Clean the Vent make sure the stove and vent is cool Check the vent sections for creosote accumulation indicating a poorly burning stove...

Page 34: ...ould engage with a slight amount of resistance yet not be difficult to engage If the glass is cracked replace The glass is held in place by glass clips that are underneath the airwash brackets See the...

Page 35: ...may produce a low hum particularly on HIGH This sound will change as the FAN dial is turned Heat Exchanger Tubes You may hear the heated air being forced through these tubes by the convection fan Exh...

Page 36: ...or equivalent Minimum Clearance to Combustible Materials Measured to Stove Top BACKWALL LEFT SIDEWALL FLOOR PROTECTOR A C H H B G E ADJACENT WALL ADJACENT WALL D D RIGHT SIDEWALL E Interior Vertical...

Page 37: ...er components due to water or weather damage which is the result of but not limited to improper chimney venting installation 7 Exclusions to this 7 Year Warranty include injury loss of use damage fail...

Page 38: ...is within range of the 50 length of thermostat wire It should be centralized in the room and away from the heater The wire may be routed externally on the wall or behind the wall preferred 3 Follow t...

Page 39: ...ssemble the log shelf following the directions below Right Log Shelf Leg Left Log Shelf Leg Log Shelf Cross Brace 3 8 Nutdriver Nuts 3 Remove the firepot from the pellet stove Center the log shelf ass...

Page 40: ...3 Firebox Cleaning 28 Fireplace Installation 15 Firepot Cleaning 25 Firepot Inspection Inspect the Burn 24 Flames Inspect the Burn 24 Floor Protection Requirements 6 Fuel 5 Gasket door glass inspectio...

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