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Section
2
– Catalyst Information
1.
Tamper Warning-
This wood stove contains a catalytic combustor which needs periodic
inspection and replacement for proper operation. It is against the law to operate this wood
stove in a manner inconsistent with the operating instructions in this manual, or if the catalytic
element is deactivated or removed.
2.
Catalyst type-
The combustor supplied with this wood stove is an Applied Ceramics
FireCat® combustor. Please refer to section 5 for catalyst maintenance. Refer to section 7
for catalyst troubleshooting. Refer to section 9 for catalyst warranty information.
3.
Catalyst Monitoring-
It is important to periodically monitor the operation of the catalytic
combustor to ensure that it is functioning properly, and to determine when it needs to be
replaced. You may also purchase a catalytic probe thermometer which can be used to more
accurately observe and maintain proper catalyst activity. The probe stem must be 3/16”
diameter and between 4” and 5 ½” in length. (Condar brand model: 3-12-1)
Optional Probe installation:
To install the probe, remove the metal button on the top plate of
the stove near the flue. Insert the probe through the top plate and into the firebox.
Reading the Probe:
Follow the instructions in section 4 to build and maintain a fire. During
normal operation (see section 4) the probe should read between 600 degrees or “active” and
less than 1400 degrees or “too hot” If, during normal operation, the probe reads less than 600
degrees, the stove should be refueled following the instruction in section 4. If the probe is
approaching 1400 degrees, you need to decrease the primary air control so that you do not
over-fire the catalyst. A non-functioning combustor will result in a loss of heating efficiency,
and an increase in creosote and emissions. Combustors should be visually inspected at least
three times during the heating season to determine if physical degradation has occurred.
Actual removal of the combustor is not recommended unless more detailed inspection is
warranted because of decreased performance. See Section 5