Heatilator BIR36-B Owner's Manual page 21

4. I don't get enough/any heat. What can I do about it?
Diagnostic Question
How much wood is used for fi re?
How well seasoned is the wood?
Did you install a fan?
How much heat output do you expect? • Unrealistic expectations
How are air controls set?
5. The wood burns too fast. What can I do?
Diagnostic Question
What is the condition of the wood?
How are air controls set?
Fireplace won't shut down.
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Possible Causes of Condition
Insuffi cient fuel
Condition of fuel
Snap disc may be faulty
• Heat output too low for square foot-
age
Operational problems
Possible Causes of Condition
Extremely dry wood
Operational problems
ACC Timer is not working properly
Solutions
Make larger fi res
Burn seasoned wood: (split, covered
on top minimum 6 months, preferably a
year) (about 20% moisture)
Replace snap disc
Replace fi replace with one with greater
heat output
Follow manufacturer's instructions
Solutions
Mix in less seasoned wood after fi re
established
Follow manufacturer's instructions
Call qualifi ed Quadra-Fire dealer
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