Quadra-Fire CASTILEI-MBK Owner's Manual Installation And Operation
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Installation and Operation
Model:
CASTILEI-MBK
CASTILEI-PMH
CASTILEI-CSB
CASTILEI-CWL
• Important operating and
maintenance instruc-
tions included.
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 fl am-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• Do not overfi re - If any external part starts to
glow, you are overfi ring. Reduce feed rate.
Overfi ring will void your warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-
bustibles as specifi ed. Failure to comply may
cause house fi re.
CAUTION
Tested and approved for wood pellets and shelled
fi eld corn fuel only. Burning of any other type of fuel
voids your warranty.
CAUTION
Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national
codes and regulations.
• Contact local building or fi re offi cials about restrictions and
installation inspection requirements in your area.
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CASTILE PELLET INSERT
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read, understand and
•
follow these instruc-
tions for safe installa-
tion and operation.
WARNING
NOTICE
Leave this manual with
•
party responsible for use
and operation.
Hot glass will cause burns.
•
Do not touch glass until it is cooled
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NEVER allow children to touch glass
•
Keep children away
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CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fi replace.
•
Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
fl ammable materials.
•
Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable
materials away.
To obtain a French translation of this manual, please
contact your dealer or visit www.quadrafi re.com
Pour obtenir une traduction française de ce manuel,
s'il vous plaît contacter votre revendeur ou visitez
www.quadrafi re.com
7022-122D
Tested and
O-T L
Listed by
C
US
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are
hot during operation AND
cool down.
NOTE
May 12, 2014
Portland
Oregon USA
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- Page 1 CASTILE PELLET INSERT Portland Owner’s Manual Tested and O-T L Oregon USA Listed by Installation and Operation OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc. Model: CASTILEI-MBK CASTILEI-PMH CASTILEI-CSB CASTILEI-CWL NOTICE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read, understand and Leave this manual with • • • Important operating and...
- Page 2 Castile Pellet Insert and Welcome to the Quadra-Fire Family Hearth & Home Technologies welcomes you to our tradition of and fi replaces. And yet we are old-fashioned when it comes to excellence! In choosing a Quadra-Fire appliance, you have our craftsmanship.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Castile Pellet Insert Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. • WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. •... -
Page 4: Section 1: Listing And Code Approvals
Castile Pellet Insert Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certifi cation E. BTU & Effi ciency Specifi cations Particulate 1.8 grams/hr MODEL: Castile Pellet Insert-B Emissions Rating: LABORATORY: OMNI Test Laboratories, Inc *BTU Output: 8,500 - 28,200 / hr REPORT NO. 061-S-77d-6.2 Heating Capacity: up to 1,500 sq. -
Page 5: Section 2: Getting Started
Castile Pellet Insert Getting Started Since pellet exhaust can contain ash, soot or sparks, you A. Design, Installation & Location Considerations must consider the location of: • Windows 1. Appliance Location • Air Intakes NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation. •... -
Page 6: Locating Your Appliance & Chimney
Castile Pellet Insert D. Negative Pressure B. Locating Your Appliance & Chimney WARNING! Risk of Asphyxiation! Negative pressure can Location of the appliance and chimney will affect cause spillage of combustion fumes and soot. performance. • Install through the warm airspace enclosed by the building Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air avail- envelope. -
Page 7: Avoiding Smoke & Odors
Castile Pellet Insert E. Avoiding Smoke and Odors Vent Confi gurations Negative Pressure, Shut-Down and Electrical Power To reduce probability of reverse drafting during shut-down Failure conditions Hearth & Home Technologies strongly recom- mends: To reduce the probability of back-drafting or burn-back in the pellet appliance during power failure or shut down con- •... -
Page 8: Fire Safety
Castile Pellet Insert H. Inspect Appliance & Components F. Fire Safety To provide reasonable fi re safety, the following should be • Remove appliance and components from packaging given serious consideration: and inspect for damage. • Install at least one smoke detector on each fl oor of your •... -
Page 9: Appliance Dimensions
Castile Pellet Insert Dimensions and Clearances A. Appliance Dimensions 707mm 594mm 203mm 629mm 483mm 249mm 330mm 51mm 819mm Figure 9.1 - Top View Figure 9.2 -Side View Figure 9.3- Front View Overall Size Metal Surround w/Cast Trim, STD 42-1/2 in. (1080mm) 30 in. -
Page 10: Clearances To Combustibles As A Built-In, Ul And Ulc
Castile Pellet Insert NOTE: All Clearances are Minimum Clearances B. Clearance To Combustibles, UL and ULC AS A BUILT-IN 0 in. Clearance To Exposed Section And Face Trim Figure 10.1 Must be installed in a non-tapered enclosure. Inches Millimeters Top of Hopper Top Vent Rear Vent Side of Hopper... -
Page 11: Clearances To Combustibles, Masonry & Zero Clearance
Castile Pellet Insert C. Masonry and Factory-Built Fireplaces NOTE Maximum Mantel Depth: 12 inches (305mm) It is necessary to permanently seal any opening between the masonry of the fi replace and the facing masonry. Face Mantel Trim E. Hearth Extension If employing a hearth extension, any parts or materials used in construc- tion must be non-combustible. -
Page 12: Fireplace
Castile Pellet Insert H. Removing Metal Floor of Factory-Built Fireplace • The fi rebrick (refractory), glass doors, screen rails, screen In Figure 2.3 Ensure that the power cord can not be damaged mesh and log grates can be removed from a factory-built fi re- by the sharp metal edge. -
Page 13: Section 4: Vent Information
Castile Pellet Insert Vent Information B. Venting Termination Requirements A. Chimney and Exhaust Connection CAUTION 1. Chimney & Connector: Use 3 or 4 inch (76-102mm) diameter type "L" or "PL" venting system. It can be vented Do not terminate vent in any enclosed or semi-enclosed vertically or horizontally. -
Page 14: Pellet Venting Chart
Castile Pellet Insert C. Pellet Venting Charts WARNING The maximum horizontal venting allowed with no vertical vent- Fire Risk. ing attached is 48 inches (1219mm) including one 90° elbow or two 45° elbows. This is our recommended horizontal vent- • Only LISTED venting components may be ing installation. -
Page 15: Section 5: Venting Systems
Castile Pellet Insert Venting Systems A. Full Reline With Horizontal Outside Air WARNING Fire Risk. CAUTION Inspection of Chimney: • Masonry chimney must be in good condition. Never draw outside combustion air from: • Meets minimum standard of NFPA 211 •... -
Page 16: Full Reline With Outside Air-Vertical
Castile Pellet Insert C. Full Reline With Vertical Outside Air CAUTION NOTE: Check clearances carefully for this type of installation to ensure adequate room for outside air Check building codes prior to installation. venting. • Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations. -
Page 17: Section 6: Mobile Home
Castile Pellet Insert Mobile Home A. Mobile Home Installation CAUTION You must use a Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit for instal- THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MANUFAC- lation in a mobile home. TURED HOME FLOOR, WALL AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED. An outside air inlet must be provided for the combustion Do NOT cut through: air and must remain clear of leaves, debris, ice and/or... -
Page 18: Section 7: Appliance Set-Up
Castile Pellet Insert Appliance Set-Up B. Outside Air Kit Instructions A. Leveling System Parts Included in Kit: 1 piece of 2 inch x 3 ft. fl ex hose, The leveling bolts are located at the rear of the appliance. 2 hose clamps, 1 collar assembly, 1 termination cap To access the bolts, remove the side access panels. -
Page 19: Door Handle Removal
Castile Pellet Insert C. Door Handle Removal fastener for the type of wall material, i.e., brick, sheet- rock, etc. 1. Open the outer door. NOTE: 3/8 inch (9.5mm) thick tile or like material can be 2. Unlatch and open the fi rebox door. cut to size and fi... -
Page 20: Hearth Support, Standard Surround
Castile Pellet Insert F. Hearth Support For Standard Surround Only Install Front Last Figure 20.1 - Assembled View Bend top and bottom tabs toward inside Figure 20.3 Turn right side up and attach top cast ring Figure 20.4 Figure 20.2 Item Description Alignment... -
Page 21: Surround & Trim Set, Econo
Castile Pellet Insert 8. If power enters appliance on the left side: The cord will F. Hearth Support (Cont’d) have to be routed through the back of the insert. When routing the power cord, keep cord lying fl at as possible, Base Plate Only Installation keeping the cord away from all exhaust surfaces and Parts Needed: (1) cast ring (2) base zero clearance panel... -
Page 22: Surround Cast Trim Set
Castile Pellet Insert G. Surround & Trim Set, Econo (Cont’d) 4. Assemble Cast Trim and attach to surround: a) Place corresponding cast trim pieces (2 cast trim sides and 1 cast trim header) underneath the surround set, also face down. Align the holes in the metal pieces with the 5 bosses on the top cast piece and 2 bosses on each side piece. - Page 23 Castile Pellet Insert H. Surround and Cast Trim Set (Cont’d) I. Optional Log Set Placement Instructions CAUTION (4) Felt Vibration Insulation Pads Logs are FRAGILE. Use extreme care when handling or cleaning logs. Secure Surrounds to Cast Trim Kit Two Piece Log Set Installation Open door to expose the fi...
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Page 24: Thermostat Installation
Castile Pellet Insert J. Thermostat Installation A 12 volt AC thermostat is required to operate this pellet appliance. You may use the included wall mount thermo- CAUTION stat or purchase an optional programmable thermostat Shock hazard. or remote control. • Do NOT remove grounding prong from plug. The included thermostat is equipped with an adjustable •... -
Page 25: Section 8: Operating Instructions
Castile Pellet Insert Operating Instructions Clinkers A. Combustible/Non-Combustible Materials Minerals and other non-combustible materials such as sand will turn into a hard, glass-like substance called a clinker • Combustible Material when heated in the fi repot. Material made of or surfaced with wood, compressed paper, plant fi... -
Page 26: General Operation Information
Castile Pellet Insert C. General Operating Information WARNING 1. Thermostat Calls For Heat Fire Hazard. The appliance is like most modern furnaces; when the thermostat Keep combustible materials, gasoline calls for heat, your appliance will automatically light and deliver and other fl ammable vapors and liquids heat. -
Page 27: Starting Your First Fire
Castile Pellet Insert F. Starting Your First Fire G. Fire Characteristics 1. A thermostat is required for proper operation of this A properly adjusted fi re with the heat output control switch appliance, except for corn. At this time, fi ll the hopper set on “HIGH”... -
Page 28: Ignition Cycles
Castile Pellet Insert J. Ignition Cycles WARNING 1. At the beginning of each ignition cycle, it is normal to see some smoke in the fi rebox. The smoke will stop once Fire Risk the fi re starts. Do NOT operate appliance: 2. -
Page 29: Section 9: Troubleshooting
Castile Pellet Insert With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your appliance will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a qualifi ed service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective action to be taken. Troubleshooting This troubleshooting guide can only be used by a qualifi... - Page 30 Castile Pellet Insert Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Slow or smoky start-up Dirty exhaust and/or venting system. Check for ash build up in appliance, (Cont’d) including behind rear panels, fi rebox, heat exchanger, exhaust blower and venting. Feed system fails to Out of fuel.
- Page 31 Castile Pellet Insert Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Convection blower fails to #1 snap disc defective. Replace snap disc. start. Blower not plugged in. Check that blower is plugged into wire har- ness. Blower is defective. Replace blower. Control box is defective. Replace control box.
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Page 32: Maintaining & Servicing Appliance A. Proper Shutdown Procedures
Castile Pellet Insert Maintaining & Servicing Your Appliance C. General Maintenance A. Proper Shutdown Procedure 1. Types of Fuel Depending on the type of fuel you are burning will dictate how CAUTION often you have to clean your fi repot. If the fuel you are burning has a high dirt or ash content or you Shock and Smoke Hazard are burning shelled fi... - Page 33 Castile Pellet Insert 4. Cleaning Ash Drawer 2. Cleaning Firepot with Cleaning Rod & Firepot Clean-Out Tool • Frequency: Weekly or every 5 bags or more frequently depending on ash build • Frequency: Daily or more often as needed • By: Homeowner •...
- Page 34 Castile Pellet Insert 8. Cleaning the Glass 6. Cleaning Heat Exchanger Tubes • Frequency: When clear view of the fi repot is obscure • Frequency: Weekly or every 5 bags of fuel • By: Homeowner • By: Homeowner a. Appliance must be completely cool before cleaning The amount of ash buildup in the fi...
- Page 35 Castile Pellet Insert 10. Cleaning the Hopper 14. Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season • Frequency: Monthly or every 50 bags of fuel • Frequency: At the end of the heating season • By: Homeowner • By: Homeowner a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been After burning approximately 1 ton of fuel you will need to unplugged and the exhaust blower is off.
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Page 36: High Ash Content Maintenance
Castile Pellet Insert D. High Ash Fuel Maintenance • Frequency: When the ash build-up exceeds more than half way up the fi repot. Pellets B • By: Homeowner Firepot Overfills In Feed T Poor quality pellet fuel, or lack of maintenance, can create conditions that make the fi... -
Page 37: Combustion Blower Replacement
Castile Pellet Insert F. Convection Blower Replacement E. Combustion Blower Replacement 1. The blower is located at the bottom rear of the insert. 1. If you have adequate clearance you will not have to If an outside air kit is also installed, you will fi rst need remove the panel set and disconnect fl... -
Page 38: Igniter Replacement
Castile Pellet Insert G. Igniter Replacement H. Glass Replacement WARNING • Glass is 5mm thick high temperature heat- resistant ceramic glass. • DO NOT REPLACE with any other material. • Alternate material may shatter and cause injury Igniter Bracket 1. Open the face and remove door from the appliance Igniter Thumb Screw by lifting door off of hinge pin and and lay on a fl... -
Page 39: Baffl E & Brick Removal
Castile Pellet Insert Re-installing Baffl e & Brick Set I. Baffl e & Brick Set Removal 1. Follow proper shutdown procedures in Section 10. 1. Place right brick in behind the right bracket, and then slide to the left so the tabs are behind the center brick. 2. - Page 40 Castile Pellet Insert Re-installing Baffl e & Brick Set (Cont’d) Lift brick, pull forward at an angle and drop down into notches Hook on Tab on left side right side Figure 40.4 Figure 40.1 Figure 40.5 Figure 40.2 Figure 40.3 Page 40 7022-122D May 12, 2014...
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Page 41: Section 12: Reference Material
Castile Pellet Insert Reference Materials When describing the location of a component part it is always AS YOU FACE THE FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE. A. Component Function 1. Control Box shut off power to the appliance. a. The control box is located on lower right side of 7. - Page 42 Castile Pellet Insert have been obtained. snap disc with automatically reset itself. 16. Thermostat 19. Snap Disc #3 (Burn Back Protector) 250°F The appliance is designed to run on a 12 volt AC thermostat. Snap disc #3 is mounted on the back of the auger tube in the The heat anticipator, if present, should be set on the lowest center of the appliance and has a reset button.
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Page 43: Component Locations
Castile Pellet Insert B. Component Locations 10 Heat Exchanger Tubes Cleaning Rods Figure 43.1 - Cleaning Rods & Heat Exchanger Tubes RIGHT SIDE Feed Motor Combustion Blower Vacuum Switch Leveling Bolt Convection Blower Figure 43.2 Control Box Red Call Light Fuse Power Cord Outlet... -
Page 44: Exploded Drawings
Castile Insert-B Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2011 Castile Pellet Insert Ending Manufacturing Date: Active CASTILEI-MBK, CASTILEI-PMH, CASTILEI-CSB CASTILEI-CWL Part number list on following pages. Figure 44.1 Page 44 7022-122D May 12, 2014... -
Page 45: Service Parts & Accessories
Castile Insert-B Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2011 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed Stocked in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION... - Page 46 Castile Insert-B Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2011 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed Stocked in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...
- Page 47 Castile Insert-B Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2011 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...
- Page 48 Castile Insert-B Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2011 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...
- Page 49 Castile Insert-B Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Jan 2006 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed Stocked in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...
- Page 50 Castile Insert-B Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Jan 2006 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed Stocked in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...
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Page 51: Maintenance & Service Log
Castile Pellet Insert E. Service And Maintenance Log Date of Service Performed By Description of Service Page 51 May 12, 2014 7022-122D... - Page 52 Castile Pellet Insert E. Service And Maintenance Log (Cont’d) Date of Service Performed By Description of Service Page 52 7022-122D May 12, 2014...
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Page 53: Homeowner's Notes
Castile Pellet Insert F. Homeowner’s Notes Page 53 May 12, 2014 7022-122D... -
Page 54: Warranty Policy
Castile Pellet Insert Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies Inc., on behalf of its hearth brands (”HHT”), extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet, coal and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer. WARRANTY COVERAGE: HHT warrants to the original owner of the HHT appliance at the site of installation, and to any transferee taking ownership of the appliance at the site of installation within two years following the date of original purchase, that the HHT appliance... - Page 55 Castile Pellet Insert WARRANTY CONDITIONS: WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS: This warranty is void if: LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY: 4021-645C 12-29-10 Page 2 of 2 Page 55 May 12, 2014 7022-122D...
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Page 56: Contact Information
CONTACT INFORMATION: Hearth & Home Technologies 1445 North Highway Colville, WA 99114 Division of HNI INDUSTRIES www.quadrafi re.com Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Quadra-Fire dealer visit our website at www.quadrafi re.com NOTICE DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL Read, understand and...