Figure 1 - Main control board
Figure 2 - Removing software
EF Autolite Software Upgrade
2008 B Model-TC80 Thermostat Ops
General Information
From time to time, new operating software is updated for
the EasyFire pellet stove. TC80 upgrade includes
improved thermostat operation. The software is
permanently burned onto a computer ROM memory chip.
Changing the software is easily accomplished with
common tools provided care is taken not bend any “legs”
during the installation.
Installation of this software should be accomplished by a
qualified technician familiar with electronic and
mechanical equipment. This installation does not require
changing any high voltage connections.
WARNING - ELECTRIC SHOCK POTENTIAL
All repairs must be accomplished with the
120VAC and 12 DC power disconnected
from stove.
INCLUDED IN THIS KIT:
Qty
P/N
Description
1
11191
EF - Autolite Software - TC80T50
1
140806
Installation manual
Removal of old software
1)
Disconnect all power to stove.
2)
Remove control board access panel located on
lower right side of pedestal (EF Freestanding or
lower side frame on insert).
3)
Find software chip on lower left side of board
(Figure 1)
. Note label direction and position of
small dot in upper right corner.
4)
Using small flat blade screw driver carefully insert
under chip between base. Lift chip a small amount
then go to other side and complete same
(Figure
2)
. Continue until chip is free of socket base.
Installation of new software
1)
Carefully layout new software noting the label
direction and small dot on upper right corner
(Figure 3)
.
2)
Starting at the lower row of pins, carefully align
each pin into top of socket.
3)
Apply slight pressure down on chip and align top
row of pins into socket
(Note: Pin placement is
important for proper stove operation
).
4)
With all pins carefully aligned with socket, push
slightly on each side of chip slowly working into
socket.
Make sure you support the circuit board
with your other hand so it does not bend.
5)
After chip is seated into socket confirm no pins
have been bent and all pins are firmly into socket.
6)
Re-apply power and confirm the green LED light on
main board is slowly flashing. If not check chip and
pin placement.
Starting and operating new control system
All control function remain the same. The stove will
require proper settings. Two key adjustments are required
including Jumper and Fan Speed
(Figure 2)
.
Jumper 1 Setting - #1 for EF3801/4001B
#2 for EF5001 & U.
Jumper 2 Setting - Altitude as required
.
Fan Speed Setting if required
- Adjust Low on “Low”
switch selection in run mode. View fire with Feed Trim @
3:00 o’clock - 2" flame over burn pot after 15 minutes.
Adjust High on “High” switch selection. View fire with
flame active and blowing ash out of pot 6" flame.
After adjustments re-install all cover plates.
JUMPER SETTINGS
TYPE 1 OR 2
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