Quadra-Fire Castile Insert Pellet 810-02901 (MBK) Owner'S Manual Installation And Operation Download

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250-7251H

January 28, 2010

CASTILE PELLET INSERT

O-T L

Tested and

Listed by

Portland

Oregon USA

OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.

Owner’s Manual

Installation and Operation

810-02901

(MBK)

810-03201

(PMH)

CASTINS-CSB

CASTINS-CWL

Models:

WARNING

Please read this entire manual
before installation and use of this
pellet fuel-burning room heater.
Failure to follow these instructions
could result in property damage,
bodily injury or even death.

•

Do not store or use gasoline or other flam

mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

• Do not overfire - If any external part starts to

glow, you are overfiring. Reduce feed rate.

Overfiring will void your warranty.

• Comply with all minimum clearances to com

bustibles as specified. Failure to comply may

cause house fire.

Check building codes prior to installation.

• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state

and national codes and regulations.

• Consult local building, fire officials or authorities having

jurisdiction about restrictions, installation inspection,

and permits.

CAUTION

Tested and approved for wood pellets and shelled

field corn fuel only. Burning of any other type of fuel

voids your warranty.

CAUTION

• Important operating and

maintenance instruc

tions included.

•

Leave this manual

with party respon

sible for use and

operation.

•

Read, understand and

follow these instruc

tions for safe installa

tion and operation.

DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL

CAUTION

DO NO

DISCARD

WARNING

Hot glass will cause burns.

• Do not touch glass until it is cooled

• NEVER allow children to touch glass

• Keep children away

• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as

fireplace.

• Alert children and adults to hazards of high

temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other

flammable materials.

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other flammable

materials away.

HOT SURFACES!

Glass and other surfaces are

hot during operation AND

cool down.

Summary of Contents for Castile Insert Pellet 810-02901 (MBK)

Page 1: ... MUST comply with local regional state and national codes and regulations Consult local building fire officials or authorities having jurisdiction about restrictions installation inspection and permits CAUTION Tested and approved for wood pellets and shelled field corn fuel only Burning of any other type of fuel voids your warranty CAUTION Important operating and maintenance instruc tions included...

Page 2: ...ert side face trim 0 in 0mm E Hearth extension from door opening 6 in 152mm F Hearth extension from side of door opening 6 in 152mm B D C C A B E 0 in Clearance To Exposed Section and Face Trim A Top of Hopper Top Rear Vent 0 in 0mm B Side of Outside Skin Top Rear Vent 0 in 0mm C Back of Hopper Rear Vent 0 in 0mm Top Vent 2 5 in 64mm D Vent Pipe to Combustible Rear Vent 3 0 in 76mm E From Panel Ed...

Page 3: ...Chimney 12 H Altering Factory Built Fireplace 12 Section 4 Vent Information A Chimney Exhaust Connections 13 B Venting Termination Requirements 13 C Equivalent Feet of Pipe 14 D Pipe Selection Chart 14 Section 5 Venting Systems A Full Reline with Outside Air Horizontal 15 B Full Reline with Outside Air Vertical 16 Section 6 Mobile Home 17 Section 7 Appliance Set Up A Reversible Top Rear Flue Adapt...

Page 4: ...articulate Emis sions Rating 0 7 grams hr BTU Output 8 000 30 000 hr Heating Capacity up to 1 500 sq ft depending on climate zone Hopper Capacity 45 lbs Fuel Wood Pellets or Shelled Corn Shipping Weight 260 lbs WARNING Risk of Fire Hearth Home Technologies dis claims any responsibility for and the warranty and agency listing will be voided by the above actions DO NOT Install or operate damaged app...

Page 5: ...he loca tion of the vent termination CAUTION If burning shelled field corn you must use ap proved venting specifically designed for corn to prevent corro sion or degradation Follow the instructions from the venting manufacturer Since pellet exhaust can contain ash soot or sparks you must consider the location of Windows Air Intakes Air Conditioner Overhang soffits porch roofs adjacent walls Landsc...

Page 6: ...stem Upper level air leaks such as Recessed lighting Attic hatch Duct leaks To minimize the effects of negative air pressure Install the outside air kit with the intake facing prevailing winds during the heating season Ensure adequate outdoor air for all combustion appliances and exhaust equipment Ensure furnace and air conditioning return vents are not located in the immediate vicinity of the app...

Page 7: ... met 8 The masonry chimney is inspected by a profes sional and is clean or the factory built metal chimney is installed according to the manufac turer s instructions and clearances 9 The chimney meets the required minimum height 10 All labels have been removed from the glass door 11 Plated surfaces have been wiped clean if applicable 12 Thermostat or remote has been installed 13 A power outlet is ...

Page 8: ... 4 in 629mm 9 13 16 in 249mm 2 0 in 51mm 24 3 16 in 614mm 19 0 in 483mm 12 3 4 in 324mm 9 3 16 in 234mm 0 8 in 77 mm 0 in 76 mm 4 1 in 1105mm 4 1 in 1080mm NOTE All views are shown with Panel Cast Trim Set installed 5 16 in 8 1mm 8 1 16 in 71 mm 7 16 in 595mm 11 1 16 in 81mm 8 in 0 mm Panel Size inch mm inch mm Small Cast 30 762 42 1 2 1078 Large Cast 34 864 48 1219 Small Econo 30 762 40 1016 Heig...

Page 9: ...ale Actual installation may vary due to individual design preference B Clearance To Combustibles UL and ULC Inches Millimeters A Top of Hopper Top or Rear Vent 0 0 B Side of Outside Skin Top or Rear Vent 0 0 C Back of Hopper Top Vent 2 5 64 Rear Vent 0 0 D Vent Pipe to Combustible Top or Rear Vent 3 0 76 E Front Panel Edge Top or Rear Vent 0 0 INSTALLED AS A BUILT IN UNIT Shown Optional Outside Ai...

Page 10: ...e to face trim 0 0 Location Inches Millimeters A Rear Width 23 7 16 595 B Depth 18 for Zero Clearance 14 for Masonry 457 356 C Height 19 1 4 if drop down 21 1 4 if flush or hearth mount 489 540 D Front Width 28 1 4 718 Figure 10 1 Figure 10 2 C Masonry and Zero Clearance Fireplaces Inches Millimeters E Floor protection hearth extension from door opening 6 152 F Floor protection to the side of door...

Page 11: ... a 1 4 6mm inch airspace is provided between the insert and the floor of outer wrap Figure 11 1 Measure and mark the metal floor for cutting With a drill make a starter hole in each corner Figure 11 2 Using a saws all cut out the floor Figure 11 3 If the floor is made of thin metal we recommend using the 2 x 4 from the insert packaging to support the insert The 2 x 4 may need to be cut to the appr...

Page 12: ...HIS FIREPLACE MAY HAVE BEEN ALTERED TO ACCOMMODATE AN INSERT IT MUST BE RETURNED TO ITS ORIGINAL CONDITION BEFORE USE AS A SOLID FUEL BURNING FIREPLACE 250 2061 Figure 121 G Prefabricated Metal Chimney The chimney can be new or existing masonry or prefabricated and must meet the following minimum requirements Must be minimum 6 inch 152mm inside diameter of high temperature chimney listed to UL 103...

Page 13: ... to be the same as minimum clearance to vinyl inside corners Clearance of a termination cap below electrical service shall be the same as minimum clearance to vinyl soffits Clearance of a termination cap above electrical service will be 12 inches 305mm minimum Location of the vent termination must not obstruct or interfere with access to the electrical service 1 Chimney Connector Use 3 or 4 inch 7...

Page 14: ...re as 1 foot of horizontal pipe and a foot of horizontal pipe is twice as restrictive as a foot of vertical pipe D Pipe Selection Chart The table below can help you calculate the equivalent feet of pipe which is a method used to determine pellet vent size Figure 14 1 C Equivalent Feet of Pipe ft ft ft ft Example of 3 Elbow Rear Vent Termination Calculation Figure 14 1 Pellet Venting Component of E...

Page 15: ...Never draw outside combustion air from Wall floor or ceiling cavity Enclosed space such as an attic or garage NOTE Illustrations reflect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY Illustrations diagrams are not drawn to scale Actual installation may vary due to individual design preference A Full Reline With Outside Air Horizontal Outside Air through Rear Wall Horizontal NOTE Use metal...

Page 16: ... Vertical Figure 16 1 Outside Air Termination at Chimney Top Vertical 305mm min below 305mm min above NOTE Use metal plate around exhaust vent pipe and seal all edges with non flammable insula tion such as fiberglass mineral wool or ceramic Do not use high temperature caulk ing materials to seal any edge to prevent furture serviceability NOTE In Canada this fireplace insert must be installed with ...

Page 17: ...rances to combustibles and floor protection requirements on pages 9 10 for listings to combus tibles and appropriate chimney systems 6 Use silicone to create an effective vapor barrier at the location where the chimney or other component penetrates to the the exterior of the structure 7 Follow the chimney manufacturer s instructions when installing the vent system for use in a mobile home 8 Instal...

Page 18: ...Installation 1 release ammo can latches on each side Figure 18 1 2 Place the reversible adapter in the correct position for your installation 3 Make sure BOTH latches are in position before securing them Rear Vent Installation 1 Remove the 90o adapter and installation screws from the packaging 2 Attach the 90o adapter onto the vent adapter using the 3 screws provided You will need to pre drill the...

Page 19: ...er flex pipe and run pipe through pre cut hole in back of appliance and through the wall 6 Attach hose to outside termination cap with second hose clamp 7 Secure termination cap to outside surface 8 Secure trim ring to interior wall Tools Needed Phillips head screwdriver wire cutters hole saw or jig saw CAUTION Never draw outside combustion air from Wall floor or ceiling cavity Enclosed space such...

Page 20: ...ve surface to avoid scratching the paint 2 Lay zero clearance front and sides face down Bend the tab down toward the inside 3 The side pieces are shipped flat It is much easier to manually flex the sides into a bowed position before installing 4 Lay 1 cast ring face up which will become the bottom ring when installed Attach the 2 sides FIRST and then the front piece Figure 20 1 5 Now turn the cast...

Page 21: ...or damage the cast trim pieces 2 Lay the panel set face down on protective covering to prevent scratching the painted surface 3 Secure the panels legs to top panel with the screws provided 4 Now bend the tabs down toward the backside of the panel set 5 on top and 2 on each leg Leave the panel set face down 5 Place the corresponding cast trim pieces 2 cast trim legs and 1 cast trim header underneat...

Page 22: ...nstallation Place the log over the firepot The charred area on the log is turned toward the back not the front The log will be about 2 1 2 inches 64mm above the firepot when in place It must rest on the 3 logs in a stable position to prevent it from falling into the firepot Figure 22 5 G Optional Log Set Placement Instructions Notch Thermocouple Cover Drop Tube Figure 22 1 CAUTION Logs are FRAGILE...

Page 23: ... the appliance convection air Remove any packaging from inside the thermostat before using NOTE If the thermostat is located too close to the appliance you may need to set the tempera ture setting slightly higher to maintain the desired temperature in your home 3 There is a 4 screw terminal block located on the junc tion box to the left of the power cord inlet The center 2 screws are for the therm...

Page 24: ...llets The only change in operation is that the feed rate may require a slight adjustment The BTU output of the appliance varies slightly compared to pellets depending on the quality of the Fire Risk WARNING High ash fuels or lack of maintenance can cause the firepot to overfill Follow proper shutdown procedure if ash buildup exceeds half way point in firepot Failure to do so could result in smokin...

Page 25: ...d to be reduced If the fire is not 4 inches 102mm tall increase the feed rate A medium and low setting will give a shorter flame The flame will rise and fall somewhat This is normal D Starting Your First Fire 1 A thermostat is required for proper operation of this appliance except for corn At this time fill the hopper with pellets set the thermostat to its lowest setting Plug the power cord into n...

Page 26: ...ight R ed G reen Light Blue Light Wing Nut G Iginition Cycles 1 During each ignition cycle it is normal to see some smoke in the firebox The smoke will stop once the fire starts 2 The convection blower will automatically turn on after your appliance has reached the set temperature This blower transfers heat from your appliance into the room and will continue to run after the thermostat has stopped...

Page 27: ...on glass 2 This is normal Clean the glass 3 Glass has turned dirty 3 Excessive build up of ash The lower burn settings will produce more ash the higher burn settings produce less The more it burns on low the more frequent clean ing of the glass is required 4 Fire has tall flames with black tails and is lazy 4 The feed rate needs to be reduced or the firepot needs cleaning Heat exchanger or exhaust...

Page 28: ...lean Make sure front door is closed Replace control box Call light on No fire Partially burned fuel in firepot Firepot clean out plate not closed Firepot is dirty missed ignition Check that firepot clean out plate is fully closed Clean firepot Make sure there is no clinker in the firepot Clinkers may have to be broken up with firepot scraper tool or other means Call light on No fire Unburned pelle...

Page 29: ...causing loss of vacuum Empty hopper of fuel Use a wet dry vacuum cleaner to remove remaining fuel from hopper including feed tube Check feed chute for obstructions Loosen 2 screws and jiggle feed assembly Check that set screw is tight on feed spring shaft at end of feed motor Check connections on feed motor replace if defective No call light Appliance does not begin start sequence Thermostat not s...

Page 30: ...g system Remove stainless steel baffle from firebox to clean ash from on top of baffle Clean behind rear brick panels Change fuel brand to pre mium Check that firepot clean out plate is fully closed Reduce feed rate using feed rate adjustment control rod located inside hopper Nuisance shutdowns Low flame Sawdust buildup in hopper Feed motor is reversing Defective thermocouple Defective control box...

Page 31: ...el OR X Ash Removal from Firebox More frequently depending on the fuel type or ash build up OR X Beneath Heat Exchanger Every 1 ton of fuel OR X Blower Combustion Exhaust More frequently depending on the fuel type OR X Blower Convection More frequently depending on operating environment OR X Door Latch Inspection Prior to heating season OR X Exhaust Path More frequently depending on ash build up O...

Page 32: ...rd as shown in Figure 32 3 The top has been removed to show the details d Lay sides on protective padding to avoid scratching the paint or chipping the porcelain e Repeat for the other side Front Right Cast Side Top CAST SIDE Flex frame upward with thumb to relieve pressure on cast side Figure 32 1 Figure 32 2 Frame Frame Figure 32 3 2 Remove Cast Sides for Cleaning Maintenance 4 Ash Removal from ...

Page 33: ...ad of into the room Open the cast front door to access the 2 cleaning rods Figure 33 1 b Locate the 2 rods directly underneath the heat exchanger tubes Rods are bent at a 90 angle for easy handling c To clean pull the rods straight out until it stops approximately 10 inches 254mm Slide the rods OUT and IN a couple of times 5 Cleaning Ash Pan Frequency Weekly or every 5 bags of fuel By Homeowner Lo...

Page 34: ... collect in the exhaust vent ing system The venting system may need to be cleaned at least once a year or more often depending upon the quality of your fuel or if there is a lot of horizontal pipe sections Ash will build up more quickly in the horizontal sections 13 Cleaning Convection Blower Requires No Lubrication Frequency Yearly or as needed By Qualified Service Technician a The appliance must...

Page 35: ...ll Follow proper shutdown procedure if ash buildup exceeds half way point in firepot Failure to do so could result in smoking sooting and possible hopper fires Correct Flame Size Yellow White in Color Correct Figure 35 3 Tall Lazy Flame Orange in Color Incorrect Figure 35 1 Figure 35 2 D High Ash Fuel Content Maintenance Frequency When the ash build up exceeds more than half way up the firepot By ...

Page 36: ... igniter wires are clear of any movement i e ash pan firepot cleaning rod cleaning slide plates etc f Re install the ash pan and then re install the cast side panel and re connect the power a Open hinged cast face and lift door assembly off from the insert and lay on a flat surface face down b Using a screwdriver tap the bottom of the rope retainer rod to push it up out of the hole The top end of ...

Page 37: ...tely cover the top of the fire box There is an opening on the left as shown in Figure 37 5 G Baffle Brick Set Removal Figure 37 3 Hook on left side Tab on right side Tabs Brick is flush against back wall Notches exposed Figure 37 4 Figure 37 5 Remove Right Left Brick Vacuum Exhaust Area Right Brick Removed Figure 37 1 Figure 37 2 1 Follow proper shutdown procedures on Page 31 The top baffle has a ...

Page 38: ...28 2010 R Castile Pellet Insert Figure 38 1 Figure 38 2 Hook on left side Tab on right side Figure 38 3 Figure 38 4 Figure 38 5 Lift brick pull forward at an angle and drop down into notches Re installing Baffle Brick Set Cont d ...

Page 39: ...protection tube The thermocouple sends a millivolt signal to the control box indicating the preset temperatures of the green and red lights have been obtained When describing the location of a component part it is always AS YOU FACE THE FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE 2 Convection Blower The convection blower is mounted at the bottom rear of the appliance There are 2 impellers one on each side of the motor...

Page 40: ... disc with automatically reset itself 19 Snap Disc 3 Burn Back Protector 250 F Snap disc 3 is mounted on the back of the auger tube in the VACUUM SWITCH SNAP DISC 2 CAPACITOR FEED MOTOR SNAP DISC 1 CONVECTION BLOWER COMBUSTION BLOWER SNAP DISC 3 FUSE RESET BUTTON CALL LIGHT THERMOSTAT BLOCK HEAT OUTPUT SWITCH THERMOCOUPLE IGNITOR YELLOW YELLOW RED RED ORANGE WHITE BLUE BLUE PURPLE GRAY BLACK BLACK...

Page 41: ...ing Rods Heat Exchanger Tubes Figure 41 1 Blowers Feed Motor Figure 41 3 Feed Motor Exhaust Blower Convection Blower CLEANING RODS 10 Heat Exchanger Tubes Control Box Junction Box Reset Button Heat Output Switch Power Cord Outlet Thermostat Block Fuse Red Call Light R ed G reen Am ber Light Blue Light ...

Page 42: ...Page 42 250 7251H January 28 2010 R Castile Pellet Insert C Exploded Drawing Figure 42 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 7025 006 3 24 09 ...

Page 43: ...ot 410 8320 Floor Firepot 414 0290 Gasket Firepot 240 0930 Y Nut Lock 1 4 20 226 0090 Bolt Firepot 1 1 4 Long 225 0120 8 Pull Rod Assembly 414 5270 Clip Hitch Pin 25 229 0360 Spring Firepot 200 2050 9 Top Cast Matte Black 414 0060BK Must Specify Porcelain Color 414 0060POR Must Specify Powder Coat Color 414 0060PWD 10 Top Slide Assembly Left 414 5180 11 Face Matte Black 414 0040BK Must Specify Por...

Page 44: ...ower Exhaust Combustion 812 4400 Y Gasket Exhaust Combustion Blower Between Housing Stove 240 0812 Y Between Housing Motor round 812 4710 27 Exhaust Transition Assembly 414 5100 Latch Draw 229 0230 28 Exhaust Adapter Assembly 414 5110 Gasket Flue Adapter 240 0850 29 Blower Convection 812 4900 Y Blower Magnet 7019 188 30 Feed Assembly 414 5400 Bearing Feed System Nylon 410 0552 Collar Set 7 8 229 0...

Page 45: ...14 5390 Porcelain Mahogany 414 5460 Powder Coat Sienna Bronze 414 5510 Powder Coat Willow 414 5520 Cleanout Tool 414 1140 Dvd Original Energy Insert 7000 441 Paint Touch Up Matte Black 7000 304 Porcelain Mahogany 855 1450 Powder Coat Sienna Bronze TOUCHUP CSB Powder Coat Willow TOUCHUP CWL Power Cord 812 1180 Harness Thermostat Wire 230 0810 Deflector Bottom Airwash 413 0680 Fuse 7 Amp Junction Bo...

Page 46: ...Qty 3 Ft 200 0860 Outside Air Cap Assembly 7001 044 Outside Air Collar Assembly 7001 045 Trim Plate Outside Air Kit 412 7100 Panel Trim Set Basic Standard With Gold Trim 811 0990 Bracket L Trim 832 0840 Component Pack 413 5270 Trim Panel Set Std Gold Gold Trim Set 811 0710 Panel Set Large Use With Cast Trim 811 0920 Component Pack Fasteners Instructions For Cast Trim 413 5260 Panel Set Standard Us...

Page 47: ...hogany 414 7130PMH Powder Coat Sienna Bronze 414 7130CSB Powder Coat Willow 414 7130CWL Zero Clearance Adjustable Trim Support For Standard Panel Surround Only 811 0980 FASTENERS Avk Rivnut Repair Kit 1 4 20 3 8 16 Rivnut Tools RIVNUT REPAIR Y Bolt Hex Head 1 4 20 X 1 Qty 10 25221A 10 Y Nut Wing 8 32 Qty 24 226 0160 24 Y Screw 1 4 20X3 8 Phillips Button Head Qty 24 7000 401 24 Y Screw Flat Head Sc...

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