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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (DC Models)
NOTE: Each time the stove is started, the firepot should be checked for debris and clear air holes. Some fuel will cause
the firepot to build up more frequently making it necessary to stir and clean the firepot more often. Do not allow ash to
build up underneath the firepot. Take the firepot out at least weekly to vacuum out any ash in the bottom.
PRIMING THE AUGER:
Never leave the stove unattended during priming or start-up.
Priming the auger is required when the unit is new or when
the hopper has completely run out of fuel.
TO PRIME THE AUGER:
A.
Load the hopper with Fuel (Corn or Wood Pellets).
B.
Push the “On/Off” switch to the “On” position. Wait about 1 minute
C.
Press the “auger” switch button until pellets begin to drop into the firepot.
When pellets begin to drop regularly, the auger is primed.
STARTING YOUR STOVE
Note: The viewing door, ash pan door and hopper door must be closed and/or latched during operation.
A.
Turn the air intake butter fly damper to approximately ¼ open.
B.
If using a DC battery, make sure that all connections are secure. If the unit
will not start, the battery (not supplied with unit) may need charging.
C.
Clean out the firepot; make sure nothing is plugging the igniter.
D.
Press the “On/Off” switch to the “On” position.
This stove is equipped with a self igniter (optional) that will start Wood Pellets
without the use of fire starter.
NOTE: You cannot use the self igniter to start
corn. You must place a couple hand fulls of wood pellets in the firepot and
then you will be able to start the corn as it auger in. The igniter will not
operate if the unit is on DC battery power. You must manually light the unit.
Fuel will drop into the firepot and ignite in 3-5 minutes. The
igniter will continue to run for approximately 10 min until a fire is established.
If a fire is not started within the minimum cycle, the auger will stop feeding and
You will need to start the cycle over again.
Pushing and holding the Auger switch allows you to prime the auger and add
fuel to the firepot automatically. This can be done app. 1 minute after pushing
the on/off start button. The unit starts automatically on the low heat setting.
When you have started the unit (app. 10 minutes) you can press and hold the
Heat level button and it will advance one heat setting. Press the button until you
Have reached the desired heat setting. It is recommended to burn the unit on the
Number 3 heat setting for the first 30-45 minutes.
The convection blower speed varies directly with the feed rate. The “High Fan” switch will override the variable fan
function (# 1 heat setting only). Setting 2-5 is full fan speed.
NOTE: In case of a power outage or interruption lasting longer than 5 seconds, the “Start” button must be pushed to
re-engage the auger. The self-igniter will not operate if the unit is on battery power. Manually light the unit.
IMPORTANT: The circuit board will not function properly if the outlet is not a constant 115 volt, 60 cycle power
source. The outlet must be grounded properly and have the correct polarity. A polarity and ground tester can be
picked up at any hardware store to assure proper operation. If you are using a power generator, solar power or wind
generation make sure that you have a constant correct power source.
The unit electrical warranty would become void if a constant power source is not available. Also make sure that a
proper surge protector is between the unit and the power source. The circuit board will not be warranted if there is not
a surge protector installed to the unit.
It is strongly recommended that you unplug the power source during times when the unit is not being operated to
protect the unit from power surges, power spikes and drops in power. It is very common for a circuit board to work
when the unit is shut off in the spring and then won’t work in the fall. Unplugging the unit will prevent this from
happening.
Air intake, butter fly damper adjustment
