Empyre Elite XT 100 Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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Empyre Elite XT
Model 100 and 200
Installation and
Operation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Empyre Elite XT Model 100 and 200 Installation and Operation Instructions...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ............................... 3–4 The Empyre Elite XT Hot Water Furnace ....................... 3 How The Empyre Elite XT Works ........................3 Serial Number Information ..........................4 Safety ................................. 5–7 Safety Precautions ............................5 Safety Alert Symbol ............................6 Signal Words ..............................
  • Page 4 Refractory Layout - Model 100 ........................26 Unit Dimensions - Model 200 ........................27 Brick Layout - Model 200 ..........................27 Refractory Layout - Model 200 ........................27 Troubleshooting ..............................28 Warranty ............................... Back Cover EMPYRE ELITE XT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    XT furnace, read the Installation and Operation Instruction Manual cover to cover and follow all instructions carefully. The Empyre Elite XT furnace has been designed for outdoor installation and has also been tested to meet UL Standard 391 - 2006/726-06 Standard C22.2 No.3 and CSA B366- 1-M91 for indoor central solid fuel fired furnaces, therefore it may be installed indoors.
  • Page 6: Serial Number Information

    Appareil de Chauffage Norme B366.1-M91 de la CSA Norme 391 de ULC - 2006/726-06 Norme C22.2 No 3 Empyre Elite XT 100/200 #702112231 or #70626288 Empyre Elite XT 100/200 no 702112231 ou no 70626288 WN20717 EMPYRE ELITE XT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 7: Safety

    - DO NOT operate with loading or ash removal doors open. and restrictions. - DO NOT add fuel during a power outage. • The Empyre Elite XT must be installed on a level, - DO NOT allow ash and creosote buildup. Furnace must be noncombustible floor pad, such as concrete or patio blocks.
  • Page 8: Safety Alert Symbol

    Canadian CSA Requirements DANGER Installation of the Empyre Elite XT as an add-on unit in the Canadian provinces and territories must comply DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation with requirements of CAN/CSA-B365, and changes...
  • Page 9 Empyre Elite XT 100/200 #702112231 or #70626288 closed. 2. Close all the combustion air inlets on the furnace. Empyre Elite XT 100/200 no 702112231 ou no 70626288 To cool an overheated furnace: 1. Turn all thermostats to their highest temperature setting.
  • Page 10: Features

    Identifying Main Components - Front View 13-A 13-B 13-A 13-B Note: Furnace shown is the Empyre Elite XT 200. Parts on the model 100 will have the same description but appearances may vary. Description Description Front Upper Cover 13-B Insulation Board Configuration...
  • Page 11: Indentifying Main Components - Rear View

    FEATURES Identifying Main Components - Rear View Note: Furnace shown is the Empyre Elite XT 200. Parts on the model 100 will have the same description but appearances may vary. Description Description Roof Right Side Panel Lifting Hook Supply Port 1” Elite XT 100, 1-1/4” Elite XT 200...
  • Page 12: Installation

    Floor* 0” (0 mm) *See Indoor Installation Requirements below. Outdoor Installation Requirements 1. The Empyre Elite XT furnace must be installed on a level, noncombustible floor pad, such as concrete or patio blocks. 2. Install the furnace in a location that best suits wind direction for your home and building(s) and neighbouring residents.
  • Page 13: Foundation Dimensions

    Trench for Underground Pipes Foundation Dimensions 1. The water lines The specifications below provide a stable concrete pad must be properly for the Empyre Elite XT furnace. The open area indicated insulated to mini- by ‘E’ in the drawing provides a channel for plumbing mize heat loss. and electrical conduit.
  • Page 14: Outdoor Furnace Installation

    3.0 feet (0.9 m) above the highest point where it they are located. The Empyre Elite XT adds to that draw, exits the roof and be at least 2.0 feet (0.6 m) taller than making it important to ensure there is an adequate any point of the roof within 10.0 feet (3.04 m).
  • Page 15: Low Water Temperature Protection

    Condensation (water) in the boiler tubes will cause corro- sion and premature failure. The ESO, as installed in Fig- ures 1-3, pages 14 & 15, gives the Empyre Elite XT excel- lent protection from low water temperatures. Empyre System Optimizer...
  • Page 16: Water Line Hookup

    Water Line Hookup See Figures 1 to 3. Important: Pump must always be in lowest part of the water line system from the Empyre Elite XT to the building. Pump may be at the furnace or in the building. Note: The spacing between the tees must be no more than 4 times the diameter of the plumbing line size.
  • Page 17 The Pro-Fab Industries warranty covers the Empyre Elite XT furnace only and does not include anything outside of the Empyre Elite XT furnace. Pro-Fab Industries takes NO responsibility for installations.
  • Page 18: First Fill

    Vent opening and water Maintaining Proper Water Level level indicator When the water level is low, the Empyre Elite XT may be filled or topped up through the vent opening, Figure 1. Starting the Fire in the Hot Water Furnace Once the Empyre Elite XT has been properly installed, all...
  • Page 19: Operation

    Empyre Elite XT 100 is 18” - 25” (45.7 cm - 63.5 cm) , the unburned wood which can cause logs to hang up. Elite XT 200 is 20” - 28” (50.8 cm - 71.2 cm).
  • Page 20: Daily Routine

    Fire Brick and Insulation 1. Do this when the fire has died down before reloading The secondary burn chamber of the Empyre Elite XT high furnace. Switch blower off. efficiency furnace is lined with high temperature insulation. 2. Open ash clean out door. It is designed to sustain high furnace temperatures and 3. Pull out ash tray.
  • Page 21: Blower Draft Setting

    Power Outages Do not carelessly throw heavy pieces of wood onto the The Empyre Elite XT furnace, unlike a gas or oil fired brick. appliance, does not stop generating heat when the power Gently rake ashes out of secondary burn chamber.
  • Page 22: Maintenance

    See page 9. Tighten with a wrench. 9. All doors must be closed during operation. 10. Operate the backup heating system (gas, oil or electric) periodically to ensure that it will operate satisfactorily when needed. Figure 4 EMPYRE ELITE XT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 23: End Of Heating Season

    9. A water sample must be drawn 30 days after purchase of the unit and forwarded to your dealer for testing. Maintain the results of this test on file. Thereafter, draw a water sample once a year and forward to your dealer for testing. EMPYRE ELITE XT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 24: Reference

    In normal operation, the probe temperature will be shown on the display. In case of an alarm or error, the following messages will be shown: Er = Memory error - - = Short-circuit probe error ∞ = Open probe error EMPYRE ELITE XT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 25: Hot Water Wood Furnace Wiring Diagram

    DO NOT CONNECT THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OF THIS UNIT TO ANY OTHER ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE. DO NOT MODIFY THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OR ANY OTHER PART OF THIS FURNACE. MODIFICATION TO ANY PART OF THIS FURNACE WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. EMPYRE ELITE XT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 26: How To Correct A Sticking Flapper

    Flap tab and notch Empyre Elite XT 100 - Gap to be - 3/8” (10 mm) Empyre Elite XT 200 - Gap to be - 3/4” (19 mm) EMPYRE ELITE XT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 27: Furnace Specifications

    Contact your local dealer for more information on the options available for your furnace and to order furnace replacement parts. Identify parts by referring to components throughout this manual. Furnace replacement parts must be purchased through Pro-Fab Industries by your dealer in order to maintain the furnace warranty. EMPYRE ELITE XT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 28: Unit Dimensions - Model 100

          Not shown Not shown             2535 Production Release DESCRIPTION     Not shown Revisions EMPYRE ELITE XT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 29: Unit Dimensions - Model 200

    Insulation, Fibre Board, Front, Burn Chamber, Elite 200 Insulation, Fibre Board, Front, Burn Chamber, Elite 200             Revisions Revisions        EMPYRE ELITE XT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

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  • Page 32 Empyre Elite XT Furnace except the warranty expressed the Empyre Elite XT line of furnaces or parts without thereby be- herein. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING MERCHANT- coming liable to make similar changes in the furnaces or any of its ABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL parts previously manufactured.

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