Operator's Manual
HPS09 Pellet Stove
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Warning
if the electrical Power fails any time
when the stove is hot, keeP all stove
doors closed.
the automatic safety features must
not be byPassed.
automatic safety features
Power outage
During a power outage, the stove will shutdown safely.
Do not open the main door or ash door. During a power
failure the exhaust fan will not run. Keeping the doors
sealed will allow the exhaust vent to draft out naturally.
When the power is restored, the stove will not restart. If
the exhaust temperature is still 120 degrees Fahrenheit
when power is restored, the exhaust and convection fans
will continue to run until the stove cools. See lighting
instructions to restart stove.
overheating
over fire Protection:
If the stove is being over fired or
burning too hot, the high limit switches will automati-
cally shut down the stove to avoid damage to compo-
nents. If the temperature on the hopper reaches 200
degree Fahrenheit, the auger will automatically stop and
the stove will shut down. The exhaust fan will continue
to run until the proof of fire switch cools. Allow stove
to cool before attempting to re-ignite. See lighting
instructions.
introduction
Congratulations on your investment in quality. Thank
you for your purchase on a Castle Pellet Stove from
Ardisam, Inc. We have worked to ensure that this pellet
stove meets the highest standards for usability and
durability. With proper care, your stove will provide
many years of dependable service. Please read entire
manual before installation and use.
burning Pellet fuel
Ashes need to be removed from the stove periodically.
See Normal Care & Maintenance section for cleaning
procedure. Due to the nature of pellet fuels, this stove
will require attention periodically. Regular cleaning is an
important part of burning pellet fuel.
Pellets
• This pellet stove is designed and approved to burn
wood pellets, that comply with pellet fuels industry
standards. Minimum of 40 lbs. density per cubic feet,
1/4” to 5/16” in diameter, with a maximum length of
1-1/2”, and less than 1% ash.
• The performance of your pellet stove is greatly
affected by the type and quality of wood pellets. As
the heat output of various quality wood pellets differ,
so will the performance and heat output of the pellet
stove.
• Wood pellets are generally produced out of wood
waste such as sawdust and shavings. The raw material
is dried, mechanically fractioned to size and extruded
into pellets under high pressure. Wood pellets need
to be protected from direct exposure to water. Water
from sources such as condensation and humidity
causes pellets to expand and break down into unus-
able fuel. Keep fuel dry.
• It is important to select and use only pellets that
are dry and free from dirt and debris. Dirty fuel will
adversely affect the operation and performance of
the unit and will void the warranty. The Pellet Fuel
Institute (PFI) has established standards for wood
pellet manufacturers. Only use pellets that meet or
exceed PFI standards for premium fuels.
clinkers
• Impurities, such as silica (clinkers), will need to be
regularly cleaned and removed from the pellet stove.
Clinkers will form a hard mass and block airflow
through the pot liner. High quality fuels will result if
fewer clinkers.
Caution
burning wood Pellets according to
recommendations will assure longer
stove life and less fuel related Prob-
lems.
the use of grates or other methods of
suPPorting the fuel in this stove is Pro-
hibited and will void all warranties.
