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OM-APEX E V1.06

November 19, 2012

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APEX CBT

INTRODUCTION

To Our Valued Customers

Dear Customer:

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  ank you for purchasing a 

Blaze King APEX CBT

 catalytic wood burning furnace (hereaft er 

referred to as “furnace”).

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  is owner's manual explains the steps required to safely assemble, install, operate, and maintain 

your new furnace.  Please carefully read these requirements for safe installation and proper 
operation before installing and using your furnace.

Obtain permits from the Building Inspector or Fire Department, if local laws require.  Check local 
building and fi re codes before installing your heater.  When you have completed the installation, 
have it checked by your local inspector.  Disregarding inspection and code requirements may 
jeopardize your homeowner's insurance.  Since some insurance carriers require notifi cation of a 
stove installation, contact your insurance agent.  We want your Blaze King to give you a lifetime 
of trouble-free operation.

While we have made every eff ort to make these instructions as complete as possible, some 
installation or operating conditions may not be covered.  If you have any questions that are not 
answered here, contact your Blaze King dealer, Local Building Inspector, Fire Department, or our 
customer service department at Blaze King.  In the USA please call (509)-522-2730 or in Canada 
please call (250)-493-7444.

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  e Management and Employees of

Blaze King Industries, Inc

Содержание APEX CBT

Страница 1: ...ADA Phone 250 493 7444 Fax 250 493 5833 Blaze King Industries 146 A Street Walla Walla WA 99362 U S A Phone 509 522 2730 Fax 509 522 9803 Pour la version française de nos manuels S V P vous référez à notre site web www blazeking com Manufactured By OPERATION INSTALLATION MANUAL Installer Please complete the details on the back cover and leave this manual with the homeowner Homeowner Please keep th...

Страница 2: ...__________________________________________________ 24 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ___________________________________________________ 25 BYPASS 25 CATALYTIC MONITOR THERMOMETER 25 FUEL 25 AIR SETTINGS 26 THERMOSTATS 26 FAN OPERATION 27 LIGHTING THE FIRE 27 OPERATION DURING POWER FAILURE CONDITIONS 28 MAINTENANCE ______________________________________________________________ 29 ASHES 29 CATALYTIC COMBUS...

Страница 3: ...er When you have completed the installation have it checked by your local inspector Disregarding inspection and code requirements may jeopardize your homeowner s insurance Since some insurance carriers require notification of a stove installation contact your insurance agent We want your Blaze King to give you a lifetime of trouble free operation While we have made every effort to make these instr...

Страница 4: ... W Fire door opening 12 x 13 Firebox Length 27 Width 16 Height 24 Capacity 6 cu ft Recommended Fuel length 26 Firebox design features Catalytic with post burn preheated secondary air Construction 12 gauge firebox brick cast lined 20 gauge insulated cabinet Shipping Weight 550 lbs Average output from B415 emission run higher Btu s achievable depending on wood size and moisture content geographic lo...

Страница 5: ...OM APEX E V1 06 November 19 2012 Page 5 APEX CBT APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS ...

Страница 6: ...BT PRODUCT INFORMATION Damper motor Secondary Combustion air Power outage levers Primary Combustion air Damper motor Loading door Door shield Bypass door SS Combustor shield Combustor SS intake plate Firebricks Flame shield Cast liner Cutaway view ...

Страница 7: ...OM APEX E V1 06 November 19 2012 Page 7 APEX CBT CERTIFICATION LABEL ...

Страница 8: ...oval and other routine maintenance operations Never operate the furnace unless you are sure the smoke pipe and chimney are in safe condition Flue gasses may contain carbon monoxide which is poisonous Keep smoke pipe and chimney clean to prevent a chimney fire Inspect and clean flues and chimney regularly In the event of a chimney fire turn down all thermostats and close off combustion air Call a f...

Страница 9: ...he following furnaces A An electric forced air furnace rated at 15 KW to 27 KW with a minimum size fan of 900 cfm see INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Combination APEX Electric on page 19 B A forced air gas furnace with a maximum output of 120 000 btu and a minimum size fan of 900 cfm see INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Combination APEX Gas Oil on page 21 C An oil furnace having an oil input as shown on the na...

Страница 10: ...0B 2 1 1 8 The plenums installed to the furnaces need to be constructed of metal in accordance with NFPA 90B 2 1 3 Blaze King supports the WETT Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc Canada NFI National Fireplace Institute USA These organizations provide training and certification for personnel involved in installation and maintenance of wood heating systems If the furnace sits on a combustible floor...

Страница 11: ...interconnect duct is 12 in x 17 in typical installations see fig 3 The interconnect duct opening can be cut on either side of the Apex CBT depending where the existing or alternate furnace is located Cut the opening max 1 1 2 inches from the floor and locate close to the front about 8 Distance A see fig 4 The side panel can be taken of for easier cutting Note the bypass handle is located on the le...

Страница 12: ...LLATION REQUIRES NOTE IN THIS CONFIGURATION SPECIAL CLEARANCES APPLY SEE CF6KIT INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT INSTALL IN THIS CONFIGURATION WITHOUT CF6 KIT OPTION ALTERNATE HOT AIR PLENUM GAS OIL ELECTIRC UP FLOW FURNACE HOT AIR TO HOUSE RETURN AIR PLENUM COUNTER FLOW GAS HOT AIR TO HOUSE MP80 MP80 ELECTRIC OR OIL 12 x 17 12 x 17 APEX CBT APEX CBT APEX CBT APEX CBT PR O H IB ITE D 35 KIT WARNING Hot air Ple...

Страница 13: ...n off it might be easier to cut the opening that way Use the pre punched cutouts if applicable A W H Fig 4 Fig 5 Metal strip Casing Insulation DO NOT USE INTERCONNECT DUCT ELBOWS THAT HAVE AN INSIDE RADIUS OF LESS THAN 6 150mm THE WARM AIR SUPPLY OF THE APEX FURNACE SHALL NOT BE CONNECTED TO THE COLD AIR RETURN INLET OF THE EXISTING OR ALTERNATE FURNACE THE POSSIBILITY EXISTS THAT THE COMPONENTS O...

Страница 14: ...al system and correct air flow will be maintained Change all filters in the system to insure maximum free air flow Using an accurate manometer check the static pressure at the end of a typical duct near the exit to the house Check the static pressure in the plenum above the existing furnace also Pressure drop Static pressure at furnace minus static pressure at duct exit Record the pressure drop of...

Страница 15: ...imney support package must be used when a connection is made through the ceiling to a listed prefabricated chimney These accessories are absolutely necessary to provide safe clearances to combustible wall and ceiling material This furnace may be connected to a lined masonry chimney or a listed factory built chimney suitable for use with solid fuels and conforming to ULC629 in Canada or UL 103HT in...

Страница 16: ...ctor The resulting space must remain empty A flush mounted sheet metal cover may be used on one side only If covers are to be used on both sides each cover must be mounted on noncombustible spacers at least 1 clear of the wall Blaze King recommends the use of a Stainless steel liner preferably insulated inside a masonry chimney This to maintain proper draft and overall better operation of the unit...

Страница 17: ...ECTRICAL GENERAL All wiring on the Apex CBT shall be fastened to the outside of the insulated cabinet surfaces only This is to prevent overheating by direct contact with firebox components Electrical installation must be done by a qualified licensed electrician experienced in control circuit wiring FAN LIMIT INSTALLATION Drill 2 holes into the front of the plenum 18 above unit Using the bracket pr...

Страница 18: ...re is a central connection for the damper motors in the junction box on the side of the furnace This connection is in later diagrams referred to as damper motor It controls both damper motors and involves a bypass switch which prevents the primary air damper motor from opening when the bypass is open NEVER CONNECT DAMPER MOTORS TO 120V CONNECT ONLY TO 24V To primary air damper To secondary air dam...

Страница 19: ...n as indicated in fig 3 The electric furnace may be located on either side of the APEX CBT but clearances to combustibles must be maintained Refer to general and pressure loss portions of this manual also see INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS cont on page 14 If changes are made to the installation of the electric furnace they must comply with CSA Standard C22 1 AN INTERLOCK LIMIT SWITCH MUST BE INCLUDED I...

Страница 20: ...OM APEX E V1 06 November 19 2012 Page 20 APEX CBT Fig 21 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WOOD ELECTRIC WITH R AND G CONNECTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Combination APEX Electric ...

Страница 21: ...OT CONNECT TO ANY FURNACE THAT IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AN AIR CIRCULATION BLOWER DO NOT CONNECT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES TO A CHIMNEY SERVING A GAS FURNACE OR OTHER GAS APPLIANCE AN INTERLOCK LIMIT SWITCH MUST BE INCLUDED IN THE CONTROL CIRCUITRY PREVENTING THE GAS FURNACE FROM OPERATING WHEN THE SYSTEM OUTPUT PLENUM TEMPERATURE IS ABOVE 150 F TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAM FOLLOWS SEE FIG 22 ADD ON TO OIL FU...

Страница 22: ...ectrical connections Limit switches and relays may be laid out differently than shown The words and letters marked on the switches and relays should be followed and connections made to the proper locations WIRING DIAGRAM FOR THE CONNECTION OF THE APEX CBT TO AN ALTERNATIVE GAS OR OIL FURNACE WITH 120 VAC FAN CONTROL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Combination APEX Gas Oil ...

Страница 23: ... on either side the APEX CBT becomes an INDEPENDENT wood only furnace The blower must have a minimum 900 cfm capacity 1 3 hp In this configuration the interlock limit is not used Figure 23 shows the electrical connections use only 1 limit switch Fig 23 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS INDEPENDENT WOOD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Wood only ...

Страница 24: ...y Comfort MP80 VC120 Wood Furnace Stand Alone Applications Apex CBT Fig 24 1 3 HP 110V Motor Adjustable from 900 cfm to 1200 cfm 20ga Steel Cabinet Construction High Quality Baked Enamel Finish Complete with 24 X 20 Air Filter Inlet Duct size 22 x 17 15 16 Please check the dimensions on this drawing against the unit you are installing as there may be some slight variation in the dimensions due to ...

Страница 25: ...ystem also contains a built in switch which reduces the combustion air when the bypass is opened to avoid over firing See MAINTENANCE cont on page 31 for adjusting bypass handle and gasket CATALYTIC MONITOR THERMOMETER This monitor is located on the side of the furnace It purpose is to show you the temperature of the catalyst Depending on the temperature you know if the catalyst is active or not P...

Страница 26: ...not using high amounts of wood Fig 25 Low output adjustment THERMOSTATS If your furnace is operating as a combination unit remember both units will not fire at the same time If the wood furnace is to be your main source of heat set the wood thermostat at your desired room temperature and set the thermostat from your alternate furnace approximately 5 F 3 C lower Note If the alternative furnace is r...

Страница 27: ... the draft Open the bypass door NEVER USE FLAMMABLE FLUIDS TO START THE FIRE On top of crumpled paper place split dry kindling and then small wood Light the fire as low as possible and leave the door 1 2 13 mm open Once the kindling is well ignited or the coals revived load 2 or 3 fire logs in such a way that the flames can work their way between the logs then close the door and immediately close ...

Страница 28: ...il it stays up This will open the draft to a pre set level see fig 26 When the power returns the damper motor will open after pressing the reset button on the limit switch and the manual control will return to normal position Even without the manual control open the factory adjusted bleed air system will provide some combustion air When power is restored reinstall the blower system air filters and...

Страница 29: ...se locally dispersed they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR REPLACEMENT If the combustor must be examined or replaced follow this procedure 1 Allow the furnace to burn out and cool down 2 Open the door and the bypass door Remove the flame shield underneath the combustor 3 The combustor may now be seen Push the combustor from und...

Страница 30: ...e King dealer 2 Be sure the fire is out and the furnace has cooled down The door does not have to be removed from the furnace 3 With a pair of pliers pull the old door gasket out of the channel and dispose of it 4 Thoroughly clean out the channel so the new silicone adhesive will adhere and the gasket will fit smoothly 5 Run a small bead of a high temperature silicone adhesive such as G E Silicone...

Страница 31: ...e center of the channel DO NOT USE HOUSEHOLD SILICONE CAULKING High temperature silicone may be obtained from most auto parts stores 6 Start the new gasket in a corner Do not stretch or cut the gasket Distribute the gasket evenly around the channel 7 Close the bypass door and allow the adhesive to dry MAINTENANCE cont ADJUSTING BYPASS HANDLE The bypass handle has to be adjusted over time to achiev...

Страница 32: ...y a small intense fire be built preferably in the morning This daily practice should burn out the small deposits of creosote before they build to a dangerous level The combustion air inlet should be opened for at least 30 minutes by turning the thermostat up in the morning and evening NEVER burn out large deposits of more than one days accumulation Always assure safety by having a clearly understo...

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Страница 34: ...OM APEX E V1 06 November 19 2012 Page 34 APEX CBT REPLACEMENT PARTS See next page for list referring to these item numbers 1 2 3 5 4 6 ...

Страница 35: ...ntake plate 1 EA 3 8216 Stainless steel flame shield 1 EA 4 12061 Cast liner 2 EA 5 Z4500F Combustor 1 EA 6 dmpmtr Damper motor 1 EA doorknob Doorknob same for door and bypass handle 2 EA 0186 Gasket loading door 5 feet 1 EA 0186A Gasket bypass door 4 feet 1 EA Fire Brick A 29 EA Fire Brick ZB 6 EA Fire Brick ZC 1 EA Fire Brick ZE 2 EA REPLACEMENT PARTS cont ...

Страница 36: ...r End User except as noted for replacement parts Warranty Period Components Covered Parts Labor Wood 1 Year X All parts materials and surface finishes flaking and peeling Subject to Conditions Exclusion and Limitations listed 2 Years X Fan assemblies and motors thermal sensors catalytic thermometer bi metallic thermostat assembly 5 Years 2 Years X Firebox Heat Exchanger Bypass Door Steel Component...

Страница 37: ...al purchaser Please see the exclusions and limitation section below as certain restrictions and exclusions apply to this warranty How the Warranty Works 1 All warranties by the manufacturer are set herein and no claim shall be made against the manufacturer on any oral warranty or representation All claims under this Limited Warranty must be made in writing by your dealer 2 Any stove or part thereo...

Страница 38: ...laze King will not be responsible for inadequate performance caused by environmental conditions 10 The Limited Warranty does not cover installation and operational related problems such as use of downdrafts or spillage caused by environmental conditions Environmental conditions include but are not limited to nearby trees buildings roof tops wind hills mountains inadequate venting or ventilation ex...

Страница 39: ...e which the defect is brought to the attention of Blaze King During the 2nd year purchaser pays 20 3rd year purchaser pays 40 4th year purchaser pays 60 5th year purchaser pays 80 25 If a defect or problem is determined by Blaze King to be non warrantable Blaze King is not liable for travel costs for service work In the event of in home repair work the customer will pay any in home travel fees or ...

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