Pellet Fuel Specifications
This stove is designed and EPA certified to burn Premium wood pellet fuel only. Burning any other fuel that
is not approved for use with this appliance will void the appliance warranty.
Caution:
It is important to select and use only fuel that is free of dirt or other impurities such as chemical binders or
high salt content. "Dirty" fuel will adversely affect the operation and performance of the unit and will void
the warranty. We recommend the use of pellets that meet or exceed the PFI standards. Ask your dealer for a
recommended pellet type.
Store fuels at least 48” (1.2 m) away from the pellet stove and in a cool dry location.
In The U.S.
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Burn only pellets that have been graded by an EPA approved organization. Pellet Fuels Institute, ENplus
or CANplus are approved orgizations.
Minimum Fuel Specifications;
DENSITY: > 38lbs/cuft.
DIMENSIONS: < 1.5 in. with a diameter of .230 to .285
INORGANIC FINES (Ash Content): <1%
CHLORIDES: <300ppm by weight.
ASH CONTENT: < 2%
TRACE METALS: < 100mg/kg
Contains no construction or demolition waste.
In Canada,
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Use premium grade pellets.
Max. feed rate is approx. 4.5 lbs/hour. ** Feed Rates can vary greatly depending on fuel type and quality **
Due to this, the stove may require adjustment to the damper and or the feed rate trim to achieve a
satisfactory burn on low.
Ash:
The ash content of the fuel and operation of your stove will directly determine the frequency of cleaning.
The use of high ash fuels may result in the stove needing to be cleaned daily. Pellets made from hardwoods
generally produce more ash than those made from softwoods.
Clinkering:
[clinkers are minerals, silica (sand) or other impurities in the fuel that will form a hard mass during the burn-
ing process]. If the Burn Pot Liner holes do become blocked, remove the liner (when the unit is cold) and
clean/scrape the clinkers out. Clean the holes with a small pointed object if required
BTU Content:
BTU (heat value) content may range from just under 7,000 to almost 9,000 Btu/lb., depending upon species
and region of the country and other variables.
The use of Cordwood is Prohibited. Do not burn garbage, rubber, plastics or flammable fluids such
as gasoline, naphtha or engine oil.
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