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PI-1010A

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DATE PRINTED: 4/7/11

Version 1.05

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM. Too much heat.
CAUSE

SOLUTION

By-Pass door left open.

Close the by-pass door.

Thermostat set too high.

Lower thermostat setting.

Loading door gasket leaking,

Replace door gasket

admitting excess air into firebox

and/or adjust door, page 27.

Excessive draft in the chimney

Measure draft with a Manometer
See DRAFTS, page 9 & 21. Consult your Blaze King dealer
or a chimney sweep. Install a cap.

Thermostat not operating properly

Consult your Blaze King dealer.

Wood is too small.

Use larger pieces.

PROBLEM: Fan will not run, or there is no adjustment for fan speed.
CAUSE

SOLUTION

Faulty fan motor

Call your Blaze King dealer.

PROBLEM: Excessive creosote formation in chimney and chimney Connector.
CAUSE

SOLUTION

By-pass door left open

Close by-pass door.

By-pass door not sealing tightly

Inspect by-pass door and seal for warping. Ash or creosote buildup
may occur on door or seat. With stove cold scrape and vacuum area
around by-pass. Be sure all mating steel surfaces are clean and
smooth.

Improper operation.

Check thermostat setting and operating procedures, page 30.

Wood too green or wet.

Use seasoned wood.

Catalytic combustor not operating properly.

Inspect the combustor.
See catalytic combustor testing, page 28.

Poor draft caused by an

Measure draft with Manometer.

oversize or short flue, etc

See DRAFTS, page 9 & 21.
See CHIMNEY, page 8.

Consult your Blaze King dealer or a chimney sweep.

Chimney too cold or poorly insulated.

Upgrade chimney system.
Consult your Blaze King dealer or a chimney sweep.

PROBLEM: Catalytic combustor thermometer (on top of stove) does not go into "Active" zone, or does not stay
there for long.
CAUSE

SOLUTION

Improper operation

Check thermostat setting and operating procedures.
See page 28.

Obstruction in chimney or cap

Clean chimney, remove obstructions.

Faulty catalyst thermometer.

Replace thermometer and recheck combustor operating temperature.

Wood too green or wet.

Use seasoned wood.

Combustor plugged or coated.

Clean combustor, see page 26.

Combustor not functioning.

Check and test combustor
If needed replace combustor. See page 27.

Summary of Contents for The Princess PI 1010A

Page 1: ...O INSTALLATION OR OPERATION OF THIS APPLIANCE PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE LISTED BY Blaze King Industries 146 A Street Walla Walla WA 99362 U S A Phone 509 522 2730 Fax 509 522 9803 Valley Comfort Systems Inc 1290 Commercial Way Penticton BC V2A 3H5 CANADA Phone 250 493 7444 Fax 250 493 5833 Pour la version française de nos manuels S V P vous référez à notre site web www bl...

Page 2: ...rd in front of or beneath heater Do not remove bricks or mortar in masonry fireplace Do not use grate or elevate fire Inspect and clean chimney frequently U S ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY Certified to comply with July 1990 particulate emission standards Operate with doors closed Open door to feed fire ONLY Do not obstruct combustion air openings Use only high temperature ceramic glass if replac...

Page 3: ...alified licensed installer have it checked by your local inspector Disregarding inspection and code requirements may jeopardize your homeowner s insurance Since some insurance carriers require notification of a stove installation you should contact your insurance agent We want your stove to give you many years of trouble free operation While we have made every effort to make these instructions as ...

Page 4: ...bustor Testing and Replacement CHIMNEYS MASONRY FIREPLACE In Canada A code approved masonry chimney with a 6 listed stainless steel flue liner system and the accompanying vent connector is required In U S A A code approved masonry chimney with appropriate vent connector extending from the flue collar of the stove to the first chimney flue liner and adaptor plate A full length listed flue liner sys...

Page 5: ...ue 10 Fuel 10 Hearth 10 Ice Formation and Prevention 10 Inspections 10 Listed 10 Thermometer 10 Thermostat 10 Leveling Screws 10 SAFETY 11 Chimney Fire 11 Smoke Detectors 11 Fire Extinguishers 11 Building and Fire Codes 11 Children 12 Chimneys 12 Clearances to Combustible Materials 12 Creosotes Formation and Need for Removal 12 Fuel 13 Electrical Power 13 Disposal of Ashes 13 Loading Door 13 SPECI...

Page 6: ...orized Service Representative 25 Creosote Formation Inspection Removal 25 Loading Door Gasket Inspection Replacement 25 26 Catalytic Combustor Testing Cleaning 26 Catalytic Combustor Replacement 27 Door Glass Cleaning 27 Door Glass Replacement 27 Fan Assembly 28 Paint 28 Rheostat Replacement 28 Thermometer 28 Thermostat 28 TROUBLESHOOTING 29 Chimney Fire 29 Heat not enough 29 Heat too much 30 Fan ...

Page 7: ...ring locations at the purchaser s expense RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COMPANY IF the purchaser has complied with all of the terms and conditions of this warranty and IF the purchaser has notified BLAZE KING of a defect prior to the expiration of the respective warranty period and after shipment BLAZE KING will either repair or replace the product AT ITS ELECTION or MAY ELECT to refund a portion of the...

Page 8: ...matically voids all warranties CHIMNEY One or more passageways vertical or nearly so for sending flue gases smoke to the outside atmosphere Stoves must be vented ONLY to the outside and never to other rooms or buildings Special methods are required when passing through a wall or ceiling See chimney manufacturers instructions and local building codes Two types of chimneys are acceptable for use wit...

Page 9: ...g from 02 to 10 wc is suggested for normal operation Low draft may sometimes be improved by making a chimney taller Exterior chimneys may be too cold to achieve proper draft with these units If an exterior masonry chimney is being used it should be lined with a listed stainless steel liner An external factory built chimney should be enclosed in an insulated chase FAN The fan circulates room air ac...

Page 10: ...er s Laboratories Inc standards and specifications when properly installed and inspected WARNING DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM THERMOMETER The probe of the Blaze King catalyst thermometer rests behind the catalyst The thermometer gives an indication of the temperature of the gasses leaving the catalyst Due to its design the thermometer has a 4 8 minute lag time The thermometer should be period...

Page 11: ...hat might cause a fire Your family should have a prearranged plan so that each person knows what to do and will act immediately if an emergency arises After the fire is out have your chimney inspected by a Building Inspector or certified chimney sweep Any damaged chimney components should be replaced before the stove is used again A damaged masonry chimney should be repaired or rebuilt Contact you...

Page 12: ... to follow these guidelines is illegal and voids the certification and warranty It can also result in a fire causing property damage injury or death Combustible materials include items such as plasterboard or wood paneled walls furniture wooden mantels bookshelves carpets and drapes Firewood should not be stored within the specified clearances AVOID FIRE Maintain the designated clearance distance ...

Page 13: ...d container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled Do not store other waste in the ash container Ashes should never be placed in wooden or ...

Page 14: ...consumer The first is the Btu output that is achieved during EPA testing This testing is quite complicated and involves burning costly milled wood This is a standard for all manufacturer testing and is not intended to provide consumers with a model for how a stove will burn in their home The second method that counts is what Blaze King refers to as the Real World method These btu s are achieved du...

Page 15: ...l A qualified professional chimney sweep can perform both inspection and cleaning If you choose to clean your own chimney use the proper tools Homemade cleaners may damage your chimney CHIMNEY HEIGHT AFFECTS DRAFT Tall chimneys usually provide a strong dependable draft The chimney should be kept warm to enhance the draft This will also reduce creosote accumulation caused by smoke and condensation ...

Page 16: ...emoval openings B 16 406 mm in USA B 18 457 mm in Canada Floor Protection COMBUSTIBLE Minimum 1 25 4mm Clearance to Combustible Hearth Clearance FLOOR PROTECTION A non combustible floor protection is required for all installations extending 16 in USA or 18 in Canada in front of the door and extending 8 to either side of the door opening In addition to the above requirement that portion of the inse...

Page 17: ...ality materials and construction however mistakes occasionally occur Inspect all parts for damage due to shipping and to be sure that all needed parts are enclosed If you discover a part is missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately for replacement or repair Refer to the part number listed on page 32 and the model and serial numbers of your stove see the tag on the back of the stove COMBUS...

Page 18: ...SA and by WETT in Canada We recommend that that our wood hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified In the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as NFI Wood Specialists Provide protection for the hearth to prevent damage while sliding the heavy insert in and out of the fireplace opening 1 Carefully remove and inspect the insert parts in the shipping packages...

Page 19: ...lide the unit into the fireplace opening and attach the chimney liner or flue connector system as required Work through the opening above the unit where the top shroud panel will fit If access to the flue outlet on the insert is very restricted by fireplace opening height you may need to temporarily remove a side panel as fitted in step 2 to allow enough work area to properly connect the stainless...

Page 20: ...e insert to the top of the chimney using a stainless steel liner that meets UL 1777 or ULC S635 4 Air passage to the chimney cavity of the fireplace must be prevented by sealing the damper area around the chimney liner or sealing the fireplace front 5 The airflow in and around the fireplace must not be altered by the installation of the insert i e no louvers or cooling air outlet ports should be b...

Page 21: ...h stainless steel chimney liner with a direct connection to the stove is recommended for masonry chimney installations A chimney must extend at least three feet above the highest point where it passes through the roof and at least two feet higher than any portion of the building within ten feet of the chimney Smoke travels up the chimney in a circular spiraling motion A 6 inch round stainless stee...

Page 22: ...TER KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS WELL AWAY FROM THE HEATER WHILE IT IS IN USE Do not burn materials soaked in flammable liquids trash garbage artificial or paper logs plastics gift wrappings coal charcoal naphtha engine oil chemical cleaners chemical fire starters treated or painted wood saltwater driftwood railroad ties plywood particle board Do not burn sawdust wood shavings pellets or chips in this wo...

Page 23: ...nt stoves do You may not see a of flames once you have the stove in full operation The only time you will see a lot of flames is when you burn the stove on High thermostat setting or when you open the By Pass or Front Loading door to add wood Your first step is to get around 5 pounds of small wood strips about the size of popsicle sticks or a little larger Crumple up 3 5 sheets of black white news...

Page 24: ...loaded your wood DO NOT OVER FIRE Although your fireplace insert has been designed to heat efficiently and operate at high temperatures it is meant to supplement other heating means in your home Your stove should never be fired to a red hot condition Congratulations You now have the greatest most efficient burning wood stove in full operation You can now adjust the Thermostat to fit your needs Kee...

Page 25: ...tove is clean burning If significant creosote buildup occurs reexamine your fire building and burning procedures Most instances of creosote buildup in the chimneys of catalytic woodstoves are due to operator error If you still have questions consult your dealer or contact the Customer Service department at Blaze King INSPECT CHIMNEY TWICE MONTHLY Inspect your chimney at least twice each month duri...

Page 26: ... IS A LOCK NUT ON THE LATCH THREAD ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE STOVE LOOSEN THIS LOCK NUT FIRST thread the latch catch in or out to properly adjust the door seal The gasket should be just tight enough to pass inspection see step 9 Do not over tighten the latch making the door difficult to latch 9 Check the fit of the door gasket Insert a narrow strip of paper into the door opening and close and latch th...

Page 27: ...and rest the bottom of the plate on the two pins that protrude below the catalyst The flame shield should rest at an angle about 45 degrees with its bottom near the combustor and its top near the stove front CLEANING DOOR GLASS The best way to keep the glass clean is to leave the stove on high burn for a period of time after each reloading The moisture evaporating off a new load of wood contribute...

Page 28: ...he switch reverse the above steps being sure to tuck the wires back into the assembly so they do not come in contact with the fan blade THERMOMETER The catalyst thermometer has a built in lag of 4 8 minutes That means it will tell you what was happening 4 8 minutes ago It is only an indication of the temperatures of the gasses after they pass through the catalyst The thermometer probe must be clea...

Page 29: ... that is damaged should be replaced Any damage to the flue connector should be corrected before the system is used again Possible causes of a chimney fire and remedies for those causes can be found further in this section Excessive Creosote Formation and Spots of Creosote Accumulation in Chimney or Flue Connector PROBLEM Not enough heat CAUSE SOLUTION Green or wet wood Use seasoned wood Don t be a...

Page 30: ...scrape and vacuum area around by pass Be sure all mating steel surfaces are clean and smooth Improper operation Check thermostat setting and operating procedures page 30 Wood too green or wet Use seasoned wood Catalytic combustor not operating properly Inspect the combustor See catalytic combustor testing page 28 Poor draft caused by an Measure draft with Manometer oversize or short flue etc See D...

Page 31: ...d CAUSE SOLUTION Low thermostat setting or lowering the thermostat Turn the thermostat to the warmest setting setting too far too quickly during the first 20 30 minutes or until the fire is well established after each reloading Poor draft caused by an oversize or short flue etc Measure draft with Manometer See DRAFTS page 9 21 See CHIMNEY page 8 Consult your Blaze King dealer or a chimney sweep Ob...

Page 32: ...02 Wood Handle loading 0121A bypass doors 0121B Fan rheostat knob 0137 Fan rheostat 0136 Fan motor 0719C OPTIONAL KITS Part Name Part Gold Door Z4686G C To order above replacement parts contact your local Blaze King dealer For more information contact our customer service department at Blaze King Walla Walla WA 509 522 2730 or in Canada at Valley Comfort Systems Blaze King Penticton B C 250 493 74...

Page 33: ...PI 1010A Page 33 DATE PRINTED 4 7 11 Version 1 05 Stainless steel same cleaning procedure Ceramic Süd Chemie Prototech Major Cleaning Procedures for Süd Chemie Prototech Catalystic Combustors ...

Page 34: ...ean the combustor Major Cleaning Procedure Inspection Necessary Equipment Cleaning Steps Inspection Prior to Major Cleaning CAUTION DO NOT REMOVE THE COMBUSTOR WHILE IT OR ANY PORTION OF THE STOVE IS HOT Carefully remove the combustor from the stove see your Use Care Manual Do not remove the stainless steel band or manufacturer s combustor holder from around the outside of the combustor It is very...

Page 35: ...inses STEP 6 STEP 7 STEP 5 After THIRTY MINUTES remove the combustor from the cleaning solution Place it on a towel Discard the used cleaning solution and rinse out the pot STEP 6 Fill the pot with the boiling rinse water and gently place the combustor in the rinse water Allow the combustor to remain in the rinse water for 15 minutes Keep the rinse water at just below boiling Meanwhile preheat eno...

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